Entertainment & Lifestyle – College Tribune

Environmental Demonstration held at UCD, supported by School of Languages, Culture and Linguistics

Sophie Gliott — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:29:11 +0000

The ‘Natura Centrum Est’ parade was held at UCD, supported by the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics. A performative walk held at UCD showcased the importance of environmental preservation. The walk was led by multidisciplinary artist Marcel·lí Antúnez Roca and included UCD professors and students carrying art posters of prominent figures in environmentalism. Based […]

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Video killed the Interview star: Has clip-farming replaced the interview?

Editor — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:40:04 +0000

In 2024, a clip of Stellan Skarsgård at the New York premiere for ‘Dune: Part Two’ gained traction online for his irritable response to journalist Amelia Dimoldenberg. D: “What was your favourite day on set?” S: “It’s such a TikTok question because you want a question that has one short answer, and I don’t-” D: […]

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From Cottage to Runway: The Global Moment of Irish Crafts

Editor — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:37:35 +0000

Dense wool and necessity-driven tweed have been making their way to the global markets, and even the world’s most popular runways. But where did it all start, and what’s the appeal? The College Tribune sat down with Clare Grennan to discuss all things Irish Design. Irish handicrafts go back a long time. From the traditional […]

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Battle of the Bands: The UCD Survivors

Editor — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:32:18 +0000

From music majors to engineering students, UCD fosters a student body filled with talent and a passionate love for creating music. Whether it’s a band practising in the depths of the Newman Basement or your showtune-obsessed roommate who won’t shut up, music permeates every corner of campus. While we may not have the Trinitones haunting […]

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Think you’ve got what it takes to be a fresher?

Editor — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:29:22 +0000

The UCD Fresher’s Survival Guide: Do’s and Don’ts and Other Things You’ll Learn the Hard Way Welcome to UCD! You have survived the leaving and the CAO, approximately 700 WhatsApp groups, and at least one family member asking you what you’re going to do with your degree. Congratulations, you are now officially a fresher (sorry, […]

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Bás na Aislinge Meiriceánaí : An bhfuil ceol na hÉireann réidh don domhan?

Editor — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 15:45:24 +0000

Céard atá i bpáirt ag na fáinní Claddagh, ag Yeats, ag Cillian Murphy, agus ‘Beamish’? Is cuid d’fhíormhór-onnmhairí chultúr na hÉireann iad uilig. Bíodh clú agus cáil orainn ar an ardán domhanda dár n-aisteoirí iomráiteacha, dár mbia agus dár ndeoch, ach le bliain nó dhó anuas ach go háirithe, is deacair a rá nach é […]

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Academics and Amps: Interviews with Upcoming Student Bands

Editor — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:13:00 +0000

DC Dolls have taken the Dublin music scene by storm over the past two years, expanding their fan base across Ireland and playing over 20 gigs nationwide. They are a five-piece female rock group. Their members include Vi (lead vocals), Abi (lead guitar), Kate (rhythm guitar), Susan (bass guitar), and Tracy (drums). The group has […]

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A Night of Beautiful Chaos: The Oscars 2026

Editor — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:03:00 +0000

The Academy Awards. The achievement of a lifetime. Better known as the Oscars, they remain Hollywood’s most glittering and self-indulgent night, where, for a few hours, the film world pauses to celebrate itself. This year’s ceremony unfolded against what host Conan O’Brien described as “chaotic, frightening times,” a line that landed somewhere between humour and […]

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The Bride! A Bold Protagonist… But Still Just Someone’s Wife

Editor — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 19:01:00 +0000

If you are not yet ready to move on from the Oscars and an award season full of Jessie Buckley, you might want to watch The Bride. It almost seems like a Frankenstein sequel with Jessie Buckley, Hamnet’s leading actress and crowd favourite, in the protagonist’s role. The actress triumphed this award season, notably winning […]

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Gen Z’s adoption of conservative views, ‘Red Pill’ ideology and the manosphere

Editor — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0000

Gen Z are generally depicted as “woke”, extremely progressive and open-minded, especially compared to older generations. However, with the rise of extremist ideologies and political beliefs, this generalisation feels far less certain. A recent study published by King’s College London found that, generally, Gen Z is more conservative than Baby Boomers (those born between 1946 […]

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Hot Girls with Stomach Problems: The Medical Research Gap

Sophie Gliott — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:32:00 +0000

When the standard is male, women become statistical anomalies in their own lives.

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Hollywood Has No Limits: Until it Comes Down to Making a Book-Accurate Film

Editor — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 15:01:48 +0000

In the past decade, Hollywood has been churning out book-to-film adaptations at industrial speed. They follow a well-curated plan to do so. The story was already known to the public before casting began, generating excitement for the film’s release. When these films are announced, Hollywood executives rely on the author’s pre-existing fanbase to give the […]

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The Hidden Cost of Hookups

Sophie Gliott — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:04:00 +0000

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I look around me at what dating has become in university: a case of extremes University is a time for learning. Your degree, whilst the reason that you are technically here, is only part of what you learn. This is the stage where you learn about life, navigating […]

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