Articles
The lingering effects of ‘long covid’
Some people with Covid-19 will have symptoms that linger or recur for weeks or months after their initial recovery, this is known as long covid. Read more…
Covid-19
Articles
DCU students to receive refunds for on-campus accommodation
Level 5 restrictions came into place at midnight on Wednesday. DCU students living in on-campus accommodation who choose to move home during this time, will receive a refund for accommodation. Read more…
DCU News
DCU to examine nurse-led Covid-19 interventions
DCU are leading new research to examine Covid-19 care among people who are homeless. The research is headed by Dr Briege Casey of DCU’s School, Nursing, Psychotherapy and Community Health, and will examine the characteristics of a number of nurse-led Covid-19 interventions. Read more…
Features
Goujons taste just as good in takeaway boxes
It’s a Tuesday night in October, students are enjoying cans of Jack Slatts (with dash of course) after a long day of online lectures. This is not the NuBar from six months ago. Then again, Read more…
Lifestyle
Curbing the maskne epidemic
Despite face masks holding significant importance in our current climate, we did not expect the unwarranted skin irritation that would accompany it. Thankfully, with expert advice and recommendations, we can curb the maskne epidemic one step at a time. Read more…
Features
The power of street art
A walk through Temple Bar strikes a political pulse as the “Repeal the 8th” mural reminds you of a past triumph. Cutting through Love Lane, your inner romantic ignites itself. Read more…
News
DCUSU launch Covid-19 safety plan
ublin City University’s Student Union plans to launch a COVID-19 safety campaign in the coming weeks. Read more…
GAA
GAA and LGFA suspend all club games
The GAA management committee has endorsed a decision to suspend club fixtures at all levels, until further notice.
National News
Possible changes to the pandemic unemployment payment
Taoiseach Micheál Martin has hinted at the possibility of restoring previous Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP) rates to introductory levels for those in sectors badly affected by Covid-19.
News
Trinity Launches Ireland’s First On-Campus Testing Program
Trinity College (TCD) is the first Irish third level institute to launch an on-campus Covid-19 testing programme available for students and staff.
Lifestyle
Turn and face the strange
There is not one person who remains untouched by Covid-19. We are all still mourning things that we have sacrificed or that have been taken from us by the pandemic, which can make moving forward into such unusual times even harder. According to psychotherapist Olivia Feehan, this is totally natural, and she reassured that it is possible to move on while feeling the pain of our grief, but we must acknowledge our losses for recovery to begin. Read more…
National News
Government moves all of Ireland to level three Covid-19 restrictions
The Cabinet approved a move into Level 3 Covid-19 restrictions for the entire state on Monday October 5th.
Features
Anti-mask protests in Ireland begin to grow violent
A series of anti-mask protests have taken place across the country, in an effort to stop the government from legally mandating face coverings. Read more…
Features
From receptionist to covid officer
Stay indoors. Completely avoid contact with other people. Use a separate toilet to people in your household.
News
LGBTI+ youth feeling isolated from support networks during Covid-19
A survey by BelongTo reported high levels of LGBTI+ youth struggling with self-harm and suicide ideation. The survey titled: LGBTI+ Life in Lockdown, was carried out to understand what life is like for LGBTI+ youth Read more…
Football
Premier League restarts after four month delay due to Covid-19
The Premier League returned to action today, June 17, after a lengthy delay of the season since early March due to the Covid-19 global pandemic.
News
Residents near UCC urge Gardaí to crack down on “student parties” amid tension
Frustrated residents living near University College Cork (UCC) continue to speak out against what they claim are parties being held in violation of Covid-19 restrictions, following a confrontation with students renting in the area.
National News
Irish studies find that Vitamin D can help fight Covid-19
The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) has found that the intake of Vitamin D may boost resistance to Covid-19, or reduce the severity of the illness in those already infected.
National News
Childline experiences a large increase in calls amid Covid-19 Crisis
The number of children calling Childline has increased by over 20 per cent in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak as schools and childcare facilities have been closed.
National News
Covid-19 pandemic has major effect on the Irish drug trade
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a major effect on the Irish drug trade, ultimately decimating the cocaine industry but increasing demand for cannabis, according to Gardaí and community officers.
DCU News
Petition to implement “no detriment” policy in DCU hits over 1,000 signatures
A petition to get DCU to implement a “no detriment” policy due to students working from home has passed over 1,300 signatures on Change.org.
The Hype
Pandemic brings viewers to the frontline of a health crisis
Overcrowded hospitals, exhausted doctors, misinformation, white masks and hazmat suits.
DCU News
DCU campus accommodation may be made available to HSE if COVID-19 pandemic worsens
DCU campus accommodation may be made available to the HSE on an emergency basis if the Covid-19 pandemic worsens.
DCU News
Massive shutdown of colleges and universities due to coronavirus outbreak
All universities and colleges across the country are set to close due to coronavirus, according to Taoiseach Leo Varadkar.