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Ireland’s Prison Service – Prisons Prioritise Punishment not Rehabilitation – Former Governor of Mountjoy

April 17, 2019

Are Irish prisons working? Is Ireland’s asylum system fit for purpose? Final-year DCU journalism students conducted in-depth investigations into these two major questions in Irish public life. Working with School of Communications Journalist-in-Residence, Ursula Halligan, and Chair of the BA in Journalism, Declan Fahy, students worked in teams to produce a set of original multi-media articles on these pressing, but under-reported, public affairs topics.

USI wants free contraceptives to be made available

April 15, 2019

The Union of Students in Ireland spoke out about the cost of contraceptives hindering access to means of safe sex.

Electric scooters seized by Gardaí

April 15, 2019

It is a legal grey area where scooter users do not accept the law and see it as the same as using a bicycle, and some types of e-scooters are not considered mechanically propelled.

Grub Guide: Meltdown

April 3, 2019

That is exactly what Meltdown has done with one of their signature sandwiches, the “Mac Mama”. It is one of many creations, founder Maeve O’Malley, came up with that has put her epic toasties a step above the rest.

Number of drug related deaths shows need for injection facilities, says minister

March 20, 2019

Ireland needs supervised injection facilities to reduce deaths and drug overdoses, said Minister for Health Promotion and the National Drugs Strategy Catherine Byrne, on March 8th.

Bogged down with being bald?

March 20, 2019

So what do we do? How does anyone deal with losing the companionship of their hair?

Dublin’s best spots for fades and trims

March 6, 2019

Its a tattoo shop, it’s a barber shop and it’s a coffee shop. The Ink Factory on Wellington Quay has everything needed to make its customers stay for a whole day and have a great time there. They take booking which means no waiting in line listening the guy in front have a lovely conversation with the barber while staring at the clock. This place has a pleasant relaxed atmosphere with a bit of a buzz (pun intended) about the place.

Children used in peanut allergy study

March 6, 2019

Young children were used in a study that proved a tolerance could be built up for thoses suffering from a peanut allergy.

Huawei ban could stop progression to 5G for 5 years

March 6, 2019

The ban of Huawei products in countries across the world could slow the progression of the
implementation of a 5G network in Ireland over the next 5 year.

Surviving couch surfing

February 20, 2019

College is a fun place to expand the mind, open it up to new ideas and progress in life but it’s a huge financial commitment. Mikey Walsh gives his account of dealing with homelessness while studying.

Pharmacies are spreading the love by giving out free condoms

February 20, 2019

Love was the only thing that was spreading as free condoms were giving out by pharmacies before and after Valentines Day to promote safe sex.

Grub Guide: Andersons Creperie

February 6, 2019

The pricing is very reasonable, well worth every penny for very decent food and an enjoyable chat. Averaging at about €10 per meal, it’s easy to get a lot more for less money than in other similar places.

Grub Guide: Wishbone

December 12, 2018

Are you a big fan of chicken wings limited to a student budget? Mikey Walsh may have found the perfect place for you.

Cheap and cheerful Christmas cooking

December 12, 2018

Are you tight on cash but want to share a Christmas dinner with your college mates? Mikey Walsh has found affordable options for you and your pals.

Eat fat to lose fat?

December 12, 2018

Are you looking to burn fat in as short a period of time as possible? Mikey Walsh is here to tell you how to do just that.

DCU nurses want the same support the SU are giving teachers

December 2, 2018

While a national campaign for better working conditions for nurses in Ireland continues, student nurses in DCU are looking to DCUSU for support.

Grub Guide: The Lovely Food Company

October 31, 2018

The black pudding went particularly well with the steamed spinach and poached egg. The artisan bread was perfectly toasted and not one bit soggy, something that is a common experienced while getting toast in other restaurants.