Halloween
Halloween movie watch list for those cosy nights in
As you grow up Halloween becomes less of an opportunity to knock on doors and ask for sweets, but rather buying your own sweets and locking yourself in your own house.
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The importance of understanding a friend’s disability or illness
[dropcap]C[/dropcap]hronic disabilities and illnesses hold an emotional weight that only those who have come into direct contact with these conditions can understand.
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USI calls for legislation to protect staff tips
The push for legislation comes about following controversy over The Ivy restaurant’s policy on tipping. Last November, management issued a notice declaring staff could no longer take payments from the public due to their inability to “follow procedures and consider the whole team”. Read more…
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Getting thrifty with Swifty
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]rom country singer to global goddess, Taylor Swift’s style has dramatically changed, just like her music. She has come a long way since (insert ex-boyfriends name here) and throughout the years she has been pictured Read more…
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To bulk or not to bulk?
Considering either bulking or cutting to try and achieve your goals? Eoin Harte is here to help you find out what’s best for you. Read more…
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New year gear
Don’t be afraid to be different when it comes to fashion, try the colourful dress, wear a skirt instead of your jeans and buy the colour instead of black Read more…
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Grub Guide: Wishbone
Are you a big fan of chicken wings limited to a student budget? Mikey Walsh may have found the perfect place for you. Read more…
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Cheap and cheerful Christmas cooking
Are you tight on cash but want to share a Christmas dinner with your college mates? Mikey Walsh has found affordable options for you and your pals. Read more…
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Exam cram
During the exam period, many students resort to the caffeinated drinks to give them more of a buzz to keep them going on all-nighters of cramming and their diet takes a nasty turn. This is not good for the stress levels and it does not work. Read more…
Food
Eat fat to lose fat?
Are you looking to burn fat in as short a period of time as possible? Mikey Walsh is here to tell you how to do just that. Read more…
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Loneliness in winter
Christmas time can be a lonely time full of sadness and stress for some people. Aoife Horan talks about what you can to do to beat these winter blues. Read more…
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Christmas wishlist
So be real with yourself and eliminate expense which could potentially put you in debt come January. It’s time to be smart with your money and not get overwhelmed with the retail frenzy that comes with Christmas. Read more…
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Them brains, them brains need cannabis
Have you been struggling with anxiety? David Kelly may have found the answer to easing your worries. Read more…
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Alex Steinherr X Primark
Penny’s just released a skincare range with skincare-expert and social media guru Alex Steinherr. Béibhinn Thorsch gives us the lowdown on the skincare collection. Read more…
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Reality of retail
Long hours and mean customers during the festive season can be hard for anyone in retail. Nicole Cassidy tells us her experience with retail at Christmas Read more…
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In true military fashion
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Doc Martens website reads “Dr. Martens’ appeal to people who have their own individual style but share a united spirit – authentic characters who stand for something. People who possess a proud sense of Read more…
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Brace your face
Want to know the science behind the latest cosmetic procedures bloggers won’t stop talking about? Carrie McMullan is here to give you all the details. Read more…
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Christmas party do’s and dont’s
[dropcap]R[/dropcap]egardless of where you work, Christmas work parties are an annual opportunity for employees to showcase their character through what they decide to wear.
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Highlighting the Hypebeasts
[dropcap]F[/dropcap]rom bumbags to graphic t-shirts, so many streetwear trends have been making a splash this year in both the catwalk and the high street, but none more so than the sneaker.
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Wanderlust: Lausanne
Last call in most of the bars in Lausanne is at 10pm and unlike in Ireland where last call often means that you can stay in the pub for another hour or so, the Swiss don’t tolerate such practices. Bar staff will clear the place out within five minutes and hand you a plastic cup to pour the rest of your pint in. Read more…
Food
Grub Guide: Elephant & Castle
Nicole Cassidy gives us her thoughts on Temple Bar’s Elephant & Castle restaurant. Read more…
Health
Scentsation
Roisin Maguire looks into how we can use essential oils to our advantage in our everyday lives. Read more…
Food
Building Bulk
Eoin Harte discusses the do’s and don’ts when it comes to supplements. Read more…
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Go with your gut
Gut health is linked to hormone regulation, digestion, immune response and even more importantly your overall mental health. It’s time to take it seriously. Lorna Lawless talks through the science behind it all. Read more…
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Attacking asthma
Asthma is difficult but during these winter months symptoms become worsened and you need to know how to cope with them. Béibhinn Thorsch gives us all information we need to know about attacking asthma this winter.
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