Smedias 3 Archives – The College View

New blueprint for primary schools is a major success

January 18, 2023

It can be refreshing to hear people share stories of their own experiences with mental health. It’s nice to know we’re not alone and raise awareness for where we can go to get help. What’s

This is not the time to be closing Emergency Departments

January 18, 2023

Many of us have been witnessing the downfall of the health services in Ireland as significant pressure persists due to a surge of patients presenting to emergency departments (ED) across the country, GP practices and

A restructuring plan is needed for refugees in Ireland

January 18, 2023

The desperate plight of refugees and migrants requires rethinking our current system Over 12,000 people applied for asylum in Ireland last year. This represents an over 400 per cent year-on-year increase according to the Department

Eurovision hopeful John Lydon calls contest “disgusting”

January 18, 2023

John Lydon, also known as former Sex Pistol Johnny Rotten, has called the Eurovision Song Contest “disgusting” and “absolutely awful”, despite vying to represent Ireland in it this year. When asked in an interview on

Former College View Editor becomes head of Silicon Republic

January 18, 2023

Silicon Republic, an Irish-based technology news website, has announced that Jenny Darmody will become their new editor from this month. The news website, based in Dublin, covers news on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and maths),

Film

Avatar: The Way of Water Review – Family is Everything

January 18, 2023

It makes you care a lot, but you won’t care enough.

Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody – Review

January 18, 2023

Musical dramas and biopics may not be everyone’s cup of tea, and I didn’t think they were mine, but this movie was a touching and enjoyable cinematic experience; and while I did not grow up with Whitney Houston, I felt that this film did her justice.

Tár Review – A Triumphant Symphony

January 18, 2023

Tár is a truly incredible character piece. Revolving around the fictional revered composer as she is faced with both the greatest challenge of her professional career and the looming demons of her past, this psychological drama is an uncomfortable yet arresting dive into music, mania, and monsters.

The proposed anti-union laws in the UK are clear attacks against organised labour

January 18, 2023

Recently British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced his intention to introduce new anti-trade union and strike legislation. The new law seeks to impose “minimum service levels” for key public sector jobs such as in

Lionel Messi – The coronation of a king

January 18, 2023

Any remaining doubt surrounding who the greatest footballer of all time is was extinguished on Sunday 22nd December 2022, when Lionel Messi finally lifted the World Cup trophy for deserved winners Argentina. In a thrilling

Sporting action to watch 2023 - Vera Pauw

Sporting action you won’t want to miss in 2023

January 18, 2023

The impacts of COVID on sports in recent years, with their delays and difficulties, appear to have finally receded going into 2023. The last of the major delayed sporting action appears to be over now

University of Galway has launched a new €3 million European project for women in agriculture

January 18, 2023

FLIARA- Female Led Innovation in Agriculture and Rural Areas is a €3 million project, involving Universities across Europe aimed at developing and strengthening policy and government framework involving women in agriculture. The project aims to

FreeNow Customers to Face New Cancellation and Booking Fees in 2023

January 18, 2023

Cancellation of a taxi request more than 2 minutes after acceptance will see customers charged up to €10 under new FreeNow Terms and Conditions Ireland’s most popular taxi booking app, FreeNow, has introduced a range

Kelly Breen - National U23 1500m champion

DCU Athletics members win big at Junior and U23 Nationals

January 18, 2023

Members of DCU Athletics Club got the year off to a perfect start at last weekend at the 123.ie National Junior and U23 Championships in Abbottstown. The large contingent from DCU took home twenty-nine medals

Anti-Refugee protests reject far-right ties despite strong connections

January 18, 2023

Traffic came to a standstill last Thursday in Dublin city after multiple anti-refugee protests were held around the city. These anti-refugee protests have sparked much backlash from political figures, local communities and national media.

When cough syrups are out – opt for Salabat

January 18, 2023

Ireland’s Coughing Crisis: As a result of the coughing crisis, many articles reported earlier this week that coughing medicines were running out. However, people can make a homemade remedy to treat their coughs alternatively. “Calpol