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DCUSU should stay in the USI
In addition to going to the polls to vote in the Student Union election this Tuesday and Wednesday, DCU students will also have to decide on whether or not the Student Union will continue its Read more…
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DCU Library cuts fees permanently
DCU Library has cut all fines for overdue books permanently across all campuses. The decision was announced yesterday following feedback from the Students Union and direct comments made in recent years. In a statement to Read more…
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Beyoncé makes history – Grammys 2023
The 65th Annual Grammy Awards were held on February 5th, with a who’s who of the music world heading to Los Angeles to honour the best the past year had to offer. The awards, hosted Read more…
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Yes or Pass: An Garda Síochána to be outfitted with body-worn cameras?
You can take the bus, the Luas, or even the train and believe that you are not being recorded, but you are. CCTV cameras have been installed for public safety, yet, there isn’t any recording Read more…
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Mattresses pulled out for prisoners
100% bed capacity figures cause concern for the Irish Prison Reform Trust (IPRT). The total number of people in prison now exceeds the beds available and prisoners are now sleeping on mattresses. There are currently Read more…
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Giraffes vs Penguins: The Generational Debate
The question has plagued me for years now, and I’ve come to realise that the only solution is a truly logical and analytical approach. So I’ve got a list of aspects I’ve written up with Read more…
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Wild Youth to represent Ireland at Eurovision 2023
Wild Youth has been selected as the Irish Eurovision 2023 entry, after a tightly contested race in The Late Late Show’s Eurosong national selection. The band saw off bookies favourite CONNOLLY to win the competition by two Read more…
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Tragedy for Turkey and Syria- were preparations enough?
Rescue teams continue to search through the rubble in both Turkey and Syria today, as countries worldwide provide aid and stand in solidarity with civilians who have lost their lives. Early Monday, the 6th of Read more…
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DCUSU Elections 2023: Hustings Live Updates
Matthew Joyce, Muiris O’Cearbhaill, Liam Coates, Jack Redmond, Sarah O’Tuama Additional Reporting: Amy McLoughlin
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Why ridesharing services are needed in Ireland
The shortage of taxis in Ireland is an issue that has profoundly been discussed and debated, but no real meaningful or productive improvement has been accomplished as of yet. While many taxi drivers have Read more…
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Why the Media Production Society has fallen off
After years of domination at the top of DCU’s Clubs and Societies leaderboard, it has officially been confirmed that the Media Production Society has fallen off. In this article, I endeavour to discuss the myriad Read more…
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Is it time to re-evaluate Ireland’s driving test?
The 2022 national average for the driving test pass rate is 53.2 according to the Road Safety Authority (RSA). A figure that shows roughly half of those who attempt their driving test fail. I consider Read more…
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Sub-minimum wage rates are outdated
When different rates of the minimum wage were introduced in correlation with working age, the justification was that young people had fewer responsibilities than older people in the working industry. At the moment, workers under Read more…
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Paschal Donohoe faced the correct consequences
One of the biggest news stories of 2023 has been the controversy around donations received by Public Expenditure Minister Paschal Donohoe in the 2016 and 2020 general elections and the Minister’s failure to declare certain Read more…
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The 5 Least Sexy College Degrees in DCU
From Chemistry to Computing, there are so many courses on offer here at DCU, all with varying levels of sexiness. Though very subjective, the facts are the facts- Communications takes the cake as the sexiest Read more…
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iPhone 13: A smarter alternative to its successor?
Although it is now considered Apple’s budget iPhone, the 13 hosts a range of features that make it hard to ignore. On June 2007, Steve Jobs premiered the first-ever iPhone. For the tech industry, this Read more…
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Ireland reacts and reflects on closing of all Argos stores in the country
Retailer Argos has announced that they are closing all of their 34 stores in the Republic of Ireland, resulting in around 580 job losses. The move was first confirmed by trade union Mandate, who said Read more…
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Alix Earle: The Rise To Fame
Alix Earle is the internet’s new “it girl” of the moment. The twenty two year old University of Miami student took TikTok by storm gaining 4 million followers since September of 2022. Unlike most other Read more…
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Joanna Cooper and ASI go Denim for Dementia
Model Joanna Cooper has backed The Alzheimer Society of Ireland’s annual ‘Denim Day for Dementia’ fundraising campaign. The nationwide campaign asks the public to don their denims on Friday 3rd of March to help raise Read more…
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The Reality Shows that You Need in Your Life
Whether it’s vicariously living as a New York socialite or a Beverly Hills party girl, reality shows are truly a perfect escape from the mundane. Envious lifestyles packed with plentiful drama make for the ultimate Read more…
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Tá méadú sna huimhreacha TG4 don tríú bhlian as a chéile.
Bhreathnaigh 3.64 milliún daoine ar TG4 i rith 2022, dar le figiúirí nua ón stáisiún teilifíse. Tá méadú tagtha ar líon lucht féachana TG4 arís don bhliain seo caite, i gcomhréir le treochtaí na blianta Read more…
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Explainer: What is amyloidosis, the rare form of blood cancer that Aslan legend Christy Dignam is battling?
Irish music legend Christy Dignam is receiving palliative care for a rare form of blood cancer, amyloidosis. The Aslan singer, aged 62, has been suffering with the disease since March 2013, with his family caring Read more…
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The Oscars Go Green with a Record Number of Irish Nominations
The nominations for the 95th annual Academy Awards were announced today, with a historic nomination for Ireland in the International Feature film category. Read more…
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New blueprint for primary schools is a major success
It can be refreshing to hear people share stories of their own experiences with mental health. It’s nice to know we’re not alone and raise awareness for where we can go to get help. What’s Read more…
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This is not the time to be closing Emergency Departments
Many of us have been witnessing the downfall of the health services in Ireland as significant pressure persists due to a surge of patients presenting to emergency departments (ED) across the country, GP practices and Read more…