November 2019 – Page 2 of 2

Kinghan represents Ireland at inaugural Rugby X Tournament in London

November 13, 2019

DCU student Lucinda Kinghan recently represented Ireland at the first ever 5v5 rugby X tournament in the O2 in London playing two matches against England and the USA.

The benefits of turmeric

November 13, 2019

Like many Asian spices, turmeric is also known to have many health benefits and has been used as a form of traditional medicine.

DCU lacks supports for student parents

November 13, 2019

Student parents in DCU struggle to find time to study, integrate with their peers, and support their families while attending the university.

Bróinse i mBaile Átha Cliath

November 13, 2019

Tá an radharc bróinse ag dul ó neart go neart agus tá bialanna agus caiféanna i ngach áit beo. Tá an iliomad acu ann! Ní haon dochar do phléisiúr féin a dheanamh anois is arís.

Shinty U-21 glory as Ryan represents Ireland against Scotland

November 13, 2019

DCU student Brian Ryan was part of the Irish team that came out on top in the annual Under 21 Hurling Shinty International clash with Scotland.

Plan to combat the effects of climate change on health launched

November 13, 2019

The Department of Health has developed a Climate Change Adaptation Plan to identify the main challenges posed to the health service by the climate crisis.

DCU partners with McVerry Trust for homelessness report

November 13, 2019

Sixty three per cent of homeless males have suffered a traumatic childhood experience according to a new report by the Peter McVerry Trust.

Rebuilding DCU squad struggle to pass IT Carlow

November 13, 2019

Carlow Institute of Technology beat the DCU ladies’ rugby side with considerable ease as early scoring aided their way to a 40-27 win, despite a late surge for DCU.

Trispace catering staff seek better working conditions

November 13, 2019

Catering staff at DCU sent a letter with their workplace grievances to DCU’s governing authority members.

The protesters against direct provision

November 13, 2019

For a country that uses the slogan of “100,000 welcomes” to visitors, recent events of arson and protests would lead you to think that Ireland is not as welcoming and friendly as it claims to

Mary McAleese elected as Chancellor for Trinity College

November 13, 2019

Former President Mary McAleese has been elected as Chancellor for Trinity College Dublin after receiving a large number of nominations from the Senate.

The musicians helping to make climate change a cultural movement

November 13, 2019

Pop stars such as Lil Dicky are using their music and huge followings to raise awareness of climate change. This social media and music driven activism shows that a boiling point has been reached in

Kilkenny ace Adrian Mullen wins GAA Young Hurler of the Year Award

November 13, 2019

It’s not too often you will hit the spotlight in your first season of intercounty hurling, but Kilkenny star Adrian Mullen did just that as he took home the Young Player of the Year award

Kanye tries his Kanye best on latest solo effort

November 13, 2019

Kanye’s irrefutable egoism impedes his artistic focus on his new gospel-inspired album, “Jesus is King”.

Religion and young people in a modern world

November 13, 2019

Kanye West has recently switched his attention from the red hat wearing leader of the “Free” World to a different kind of controversial figurehead, God.

DCU student Mehwish Saqib appeals refusal of her leave to remain application to the High Court

November 13, 2019

DCU University of Sanctuary student Mehwish Saqib has appealed a deportation order against herself and her family to the High Court.

DCU Fencers take home gold and bronze in Cork

November 13, 2019

DCU Fencing has recorded one of their best tournament victories in the last few years as they took home Gold and Bronze in the Schull Novice Cup last week in UCC.

Escape rooms rising in popularity

November 13, 2019

Escape rooms are a relatively new concept that only rose to prominence in that last five years, but now in Ireland, there are over 20 escape rooms on offer, with at least six in Dublin

LGBTQ+ kissing protest takes place outside the Dail

November 13, 2019

Members of the LGBTQ+ community “shifted” outside the Dail on Wednesday the 6th of November to encourage the Government to introduce hate crime legislation.

House of The Dragon, a Game of Thrones spin off

November 13, 2019

If you are still suffering from post Game of Thrones blues, then fear no more.

Watchmen mirrors the brutal reality of the US political landscape

November 13, 2019

Ostensibly a remix rather than direct adaptation of Alan Moore’s iconic 1987 comic, HBO’s “Watchmen” offers a contemporary political perspective on one of the core texts of modern superhero fiction, introducing a largely new cast

The backing track to Dublin City

November 13, 2019

A new wave of young buskers have taken over the streets of Dublin. Competing for peak times and areas could cause busking wars but they are all part of a supportive community, says singer songwriter

The Democratic Party can’t make the same mistake again

November 13, 2019

There’s a reason that Bernie Sanders has never joined the Democratic Party. The fact of the matter is that it’s an institution that is beholden to capital and wealth and not any of the liberal

Cúpla Nod Chun Do Chuid Gaeilge A Fheabhsú

November 13, 2019

Tá an teanga seanda seo an-deacair, is streachailt bhuan é domsa. Tá buneolas agam ar an nGaeilge ach is breá liom an teanga gleoite seo. Is fearr Gaeilge bhriste, ná Béarla cliste.

DCU Ladies triumphant at Hockey Intervarsity’s in Kilkenny

November 13, 2019

DCU Ladies Hockey team claim The Chilean Plate with a close 5-4 victory against CIT in the final in Kilkenny, alongside DCU Men who came runners up.