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There’s something about Irish made films, they always seem to have a certain depth, sorrow and dark humour to them. I think the Irish have a natural talent for story telling that encompasses Irishness as whole, yet is unique enough from other films and filmmakers, which sets them aside from the rest of Hollywood. The […]
by Cliona Perrick
Finally, our list of books that are better than their movie and TV counterparts most of the time. Generally, you can’t beat the original version of the story, and what it took to create such a story must be appreciated. This is the last in our adaptation article trilogy, and here are the top books […]
by Katy Thornton
The Unseen Perils of the Hospitality Industry Several studies have found that those who work in the hospitality industry have the highest rate of substance abuse of any profession and are highly susceptible to mental-health issues, predominantly depression and anxiety. This leads to a particularly destructive and vicious circle, in that substance abuse leads to […]
by Mark Comerford
Lockdown may seem dismal, but there is a way for you to make your experience a bit more exciting; plants! Below I have provided a list of houseplants that can survive in low light, perfect for being kept indoors during the winter. These plants will be a nice addition to your living space. They will […]
by Keara Long
This year has already been tough for all of us. Now, with the new mandatory lockdown, many of us might be feeling more anxious, stressed, and restless than ever. Whilst this is bound to be inevitable thanks to the less-than-ideal circumstances, it doesn’t mean there is no way to diminish its effects. Meditation can be […]
by Sol Natalia Dieguez
As we get deeper into winter and the nights get darker and colder, many of us will come down with the common cold. In any other year, the common cold, for the majority of people would just be “one of those things.” We would catch it, stock up on lemsip and wobble through the week, […]
by Laura Varley
Online tours for the most famous international museums are quite easy to find, but when it comes to finding more bizarre alternatives, it takes time and effort to catch sight of them. We have compiled a list of curious and unusual museums with online tours, videos, or activities for you to experience at home during […]
by Julia Villanueva
It is a difficult choice but, what are the best poems set in Ireland? Years ago I heard that the Emerald Isle was known as the “land with the best writers per square meter”. And, the truth is, there is a lot of good literature spread all over the planet and, perhaps, the adjective “better” […]
by Judit Sadurni
Our November event features topics for international students during Covid-19, such as moving country, virtual orientations, mental health, the colleges’ handling of Covid-19 and any other topics you may like to bring up around being an international student. Our guest for this webinar is Conor Anderson, President of UCD SU. Firstly, a detailed discussion with […]
by Iftikhar Ahmad