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What the hell do I do with all these new emoji?
With a tranche of new little cartoons – yes, even more – rolling out on our phones, I thought it would make sense to take a look and see where they fit into our lives. Read more…
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DCU beat Cardiff University in head-to-head match
DCU Athletics had a narrow victory over Cardiff University Athletics in their recent dual match held at Morton Stadium on Friday April 1st. Despite the horrific weather conditions there was some very strong races and Read more…
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Explainer: How did the Good Friday Agreement affect Irish football?
The signing of the Good Friday Agreement twenty-four years ago this month brought to an end the inter-ethnic violence that wreaked havoc in Northern Ireland since its inception in 1921. The accord’s wide-reaching ambitions included Read more…
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Doing assignments and exams during Ramadan is ‘a bit of a struggle’
The end of semester is a trying and demanding time for students across the country. However, for Muslim students practising Ramadan this month, their exam stress is compounded by intense day-long fasting. Ramadan, considered the Read more…
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R.I.P Red – Óg go Deo
There was widespread shock and sadness across the entire DCU community on Friday April 1st when people learned of the death of 2nd Year Bachelor of Education student Red Óg Murphy from Curry, Co. Sligo. Read more…
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Survey shows gender imbalance in those eyeing up a STEM career
There are 2.5 males to every one female at secondary level education in Ireland considering a career in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) according to survey conducted by Hayes Culleton Group. The report, which Read more…
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Can the ceasefire babies build bridges through football?
The generation of ‘ceasefire babies’, those born around or after the signing of the Good Friday Agreement, was promised peace, prosperity and a ‘new’ Northern Ireland. Remarkably, peace (compared to what had gone before) was Read more…
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What are Stress Relieving Mechanisms During Exam Season?
Managing our well-being effectively helps to reduce stress, worry and anxiety that may be taking over our lives negatively. For college students, exam season is one of the most stressful situations to experience. To overcome Read more…
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Netflix Have Proposed an Extra Charge for Password Sharing
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he rise of streaming services and the variety of content to enjoy in one’s spare time has changed how modern audiences watch movies and television. Instead of needing a DVD player or a TV guide, Read more…
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The Return Of The Messy Girl Aesthetic
The definition and understanding of aesthetics has undergone significant transformation in recent years. The term originally referred to beauty and the appreciation of beauty. However, contemporary perception consists of visuals reminiscent of film, television, books Read more…
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Students pet dogs to help with stress.
As part of DCU’s study on the physical and emotional health of students, Irish Guide Dogs for the Blind were brought to campus for the last week of college. The study ‘Promoting And supporting the Read more…
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Should we pay more for flights to improve climate change, as Ciarán Cuffe MEP suggested?
Nearly everyone in Ireland has availed of a cheap flight, offered by Ryanair. One can take a flight to Spain, Romania, Croatia, etc. for less than €20, which excludes if people want to add extra Read more…
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Rick and Morty Season 5 – Has it lived up to past Seasons?
Rick and Morty debuted in 2013 and it has made an impact as another eminent adult animation, with
positive TV ratings and acclaimed awards, cool merchandise and it’s large presence within
internet culture, but has its latest season lived up to the success of beloved earlier seasons? Read more…
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is IV vitamin drip therapy worth the hype?
The department chain sparked interest when it announced that one of the features of its new store is the chain GetDrip’s new IV vitamin treatment. Read more…
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It’s time wages for hospitality work are increased.
Finding staff is the biggest threat that the hospitality sector will face this year. Paul Kelly, CEO of Failte Ireland said “After the incredibly difficult long closure period, tourism businesses were delighted to be able Read more…
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UCD lecture on violence against women “Zoom-bombed” by pornography and sexist abuse
[dropcap]A[/dropcap]n online lecture on violence against women in County Clare during the War of Independence was cut short after attendees began shouting sexist and racist abuse and playing pornography. The lecture was being given by Read more…
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Rhinestone pop melodies and sing-along self-loathing are in abundance on CMAT’s delightful If My Wife New I’d Be Dead
One of many Irish artists to break through during the pandemic, Dunboyne’s Ciara Mary-Alice Thompson, better known as CMAT, has successfully cemented herself as one to watch in the upcoming decade. Read more…
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Four Binge Worthy Books
In the run up to World Book Day, Kathleen Keane discusses some books she just couldn’t put down. Read more…
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The Helix cancels Royal Moscow Ballet’s Swan Lake performance
A performance of Swan Lake by the Royal Moscow Ballet was cancelled last week in response to the Russian Federation’s invasion of Ukraine. On February 25th, The Royal Moscow Ballet were set to perform Swan Read more…
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Young Fine Gael calls for expulsion of Russian Ambassador
Young Fine Gael, along with many other political youth wings, has called for the expulsion of the Russian Ambassador in response to the on-going invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation. Fine Gael’s youth wing Read more…
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A&F clears rumours over ball ticket leak
The link to purchase tickets to the Accounting and Finance (A&F) Society Ball was leaked to members of the society a day before tickets were released. This left many students without a ticket as the event was labelled sold out. Read more…
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What to Expect From Green Week 2022!
It’s that time of year again! Green Week is nearly upon us, and environmentalists from all over DCU have been working tirelessly to organise events, talks, and initiatives. Sustainability can be a lonely business, and Read more…
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“We’re safe nowhere from gender based violence”: Cyberflashing attacks wreak havoc on Zoom
“We wanted to take a stand against what’s happening because it’s gotten to a level where women are safe nowhere from gender based violence,” Maughan explained a fortnight after the flashing. Read more…
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Masks to be required in DCU buildings until March 21st
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Chief Operations Officer of DCU has confirmed to students that the University will continue to require masks indoors in all buildings until March 21st. Declan Raftery sent this update in an email to all Read more…
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More students vape than smoke as they become a “growing E-waste stream”
Students may notice that stores, including Londis on DCU Glasnevin Campus, have begun to display disposable e-cigarettes behind their counters. The popularity these devices have risen since the beginning of this academic year. Read more…