Lifestyle
Wanderlust in Blackpool
Michelle gives us a simple guide to discover Blackpool and everything it has to offer- an unexpected location but perfect for a city break Read more…
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DCU News
DCU to host cultural festival Anam
[dropcap]DCU[/dropcap] is collaborating with RTÉ radio programme South Wind Blows to host Anam, a two-day festival dedicated to music, poetry, film and drama. The event, which takes place on the 11th and 12th of April Read more…
The Hype
Rap as genre – does it have meaning or is it just dumb lyrics?
[dropcap][/dropcap]R[dropcap][/dropcap]ap is undoubtedly one of the most popular genres of music these days, either on it’s own or as a compliment to hip-hop or R’n’B. Since the nineties the charts have been awash with rappers Read more…
DCU News
DCU students rally for life without official representation
[dropcap]A[/dropcap] delegation of pro-life students from four of Ireland’s universities took part in the recent Rally for Life march in the city centre.
The Hype
Legally Blonde brings glam to the Bord Gais theatre
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]n 2001, Reese Witherspoon captured the hearts of many with her portrayal of Elle Woods in the hit movie, Legally Blonde. It’s a timeless tale – fast forward seventeen years later and its message of Read more…
Features
Snow one gets left behind
[dropcap]H[/dropcap]er name was Emma, and though she came as a shock for Ireland , delivering snow and curtailing progress, she will be remembered by many, as the storm that let us out to play.
News
National survey shows equal gender enrollment in postgrad research
[dropcap]An[/dropcap] equal amount of men and women enroll for postgraduate research in Ireland, according to the Higher Education Authority. The HEA recently published a Factsheet on Postgraduate Research in Ireland, which looks at the many Read more…
Food
Grub Guide: taste of Toscana
Michelle Townsend tried and tested Italian restaurant Toscana rating it on price, service and atmosphere, location and value for money. Read more…
DCU News
Nubar denies Good Friday closure
[dropcap]The[/dropcap] manager of DCU’s student bar Nubar has denied claims made on social media that the bar will close on Good Friday, despite the ban on the sale of alcohol being lifted. The popular student Read more…
Lifestyle
Slaying in lingerie: a Dublin guide
The world’s most popular retailer for women’s lingerie, Victoria’s Secret, will finally open it’s doors to Irish fans on Grafton street before Christmas. Michelle Townsend talks through some alternative lingerie shops in Dublin that are equally as gorgeous. Read more…
The Hype
Unearthing the glitz and glamour of Sunset Boulevard
[dropcap]L[/dropcap]ights, camera, action … the powerful production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Tony award winning masterpiece invites audience members to look past the glitz and glamour of 1950’s Hollywood and unearths what life was really like Read more…
DCU News
DCU students with disabilities have trebled in the last decade
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he number of students registered with DCU’s Disability & Learning Support Service has more than trebled in the last decade.
DCU News
New Dublin metro will have a DCU platform
[dropcap]D[/dropcap]ublin’s new rail system is set to “transform connectivity to and from Dublin City University”, according to the college.
University News
Students flock to graduate fair in the RDS
[dropcap]T[/dropcap]housands of students attended the annual Gradireland Graduate Careers Fair, which took place in the RDS last Wednesday. The annual event is an opportunity for undergraduate and postgraduate students to engage with different employers from Read more…
Lifestyle
The A/W style guide: boots
With autumn well and truly underway and winter only around the corner, it’s time to (reluctantly) bid farewell to warm weather and adapt our footwear to a colder climate. And with a wide range of styles to pick from to suit any occasion, shoe lovers will be spoiled for choice this season. Read more…
Articles
Fenty Beauty breaks boundaries
Singer and superstar Rihanna has taken the beauty world by storm this month with her new makeup collection launch, Fenty Beauty. Read more…
FluxFeat
Summer’17 festival roundup
Electric Picnic in Stradbally Co. Laois was yet again another success with a wide variety of acts taking to the many stages across the weekend. The festival had something for every music fan, including Chaka Read more…
Music
Review: The Chainsmokers – Memories…Do not open
‘Closer’ dominated airwaves all over the world last summer, ‘Don’t Let Me Down’ won a Grammy this year for Best Dance Recording and ‘Something Just Like This’ racked up enough sales and downloads to stop Read more…
Music
The Band/Let It Shine review
On Saturday the 25th of February, viewers of BBC talent show ‘Let It Shine’ saw boyband Five To Five be crowned the winners, with each member landing a lead role in Take That singer-songwriter Gary Read more…
Lifestyle
How to help the Homeless
[dropcap]I[/dropcap]t is a sad but true fact that homelessness in Ireland is a growing crisis. Here are three different charities that you can get involved in to help tackle the issue. Focus Ireland Being the Read more…
The Hype
How Hamilton has taken theatre by storm
When most people think of musicals, they straightaway imagine classic, cult shows such as Grease or Hairspray, or really old-fashioned jazz dancing set in a 1920’s speakeasy. What they do not realise, however, is that Read more…
Articles
Five ways to help your Mammy this Christmas
Help out with the household chores. An obvious tip, but important nonetheless. Mams are particularly fussy when it comes to chores around Christmas time, especially if you’re expecting visitors or hosting dinner. Although she’ll insist upon Read more…
Film
Movie remakes: Will the new Lion King be a sure thing?
We live in a world where technology is constantly developing and improving. This can be seen across all forms of media, and one aspect of media where this can be seen clearly is film. The Read more…
Music
Will Zayn go the same Direction as Robbie?
There comes a time in each successful boyband’s lifespan where one member throws a spanner in the works and decide to leaves the band, disappointing fans all over the world.
Music
Rihanna ups the ‘Anti’
Michelle Townsend looks at the run-up to the infamous R8 – does it deliver? Read more…