Built to Last: “The Brutalist” Review
The parade of musician biopics, live-action remakes, and book adaptations flowing in and out of cinemas makes the film scene feel as stale as meal-prepped pasta on Friday afternoon. However,…
‘What, Like It’s Hard?’ Overcoming Lawyer Stereotypes to Shape the Future of our Legal Profession
As a law student — and a UCD one — it’s hard to ignore how lawyers are portrayed in the media. To be honest, it’s probably one of the reasons…
Purpose is Made: A Reflection on Human Ambition
A concept I have recently been struggling to grasp is human existence and the purpose of being alive. A crop of questions keep me troubled: why do I care about…
Wardrobe Refresh: Key Looks to Embrace in 2025
The dreaded skinny jeans are back. I’ll let you process this statement for a bit. I know it’s a scary thought… We thought we had left them well into the…
6 Irish Artists to Watch in 2025
Ireland’s musical landscape continues to thrive, with artists like Cruel Sister, NewDad, and Bricknasty leading the charge into 2025. This diverse lineup showcases the creative energy flowing through the country,…
A Pint Half Full? The Guinness Shortage Explained
Guinness is more than just a drink; it’s a cultural icon synonymous with camaraderie and tradition. From the bustling pubs of London to the quieter taverns in rural towns, Guinness…
Embracing the Magic of Winter Sea Swimming
“It doesn’t get any easier– you’ve just got to get in!” a gentleman called to me as he continued to tread water, smiling. I was standing at the top of…
“Monsters” or Victims? How the Menendez Brothers case has raised concerns about media ethics in True Crime
The notorious case of the Menendez brothers has once again captured the world’s interest over three decades later, following the recent release of Ryan Murphy’s controversial biographical crime Netflix series…
Saturday Market and Snapshots: A Weekend Outing to Meeting House Square
As the days get shorter and the assignments get longer, finding ways to spend time outside is increasingly difficult. Additionally, stepping outside your front door in Dublin is hard without…
The “Girlification” of it All: What are the implications?
As a young person living in a mediated world, you have likely encountered terms such as “girlification,” “I’m just a girl,” “girl dinner,” and “girl math.” While these terms may…
Kneecap 101
Alannah Nic An tSionnaigh presents a step-by-step guide (as Gaeilge) on how to embody the style, spirit and attitude of Kneecap! An Stíl Mhaireachtála Ar mhaith leat maireachtáil mar Kneecap?…
Brat Girl Summer: Just Another ‘Girl Trend’ or Something More Revolutionary?
Girls, undo your slick back buns and wipe off your ‘no-make-up make-up look’ because it’s ‘Brat Girl Summer’ and we don’t have to look effortless anymore. Each summer, the media…