by Elle Kelleher The Irish music industry was severely impacted during COVID-19. With all gigs cancelled, professionals around the country suddenly found themselves without income and, as the majority of full-time musicians are self-employed, with their eligibility status for the Pandemic Unemployment Payment in a precarious position, unsure if taking the odd gig here or…
Writer Evan Lynch A comprehensive and scientific questionnaire intended to aid men in figuring out whether they are, in-fact, the problem. You and your friends are approaching the nightclub you plan to attend; however, your glass drinks receptacle is not yet empty. What do you do? Chug the drink as quickly as…
By Sexpress Editor Caoimhe Battault At midnight on the 21st of October 2019, same-sex marriage and abortion became legal in Northern Ireland. Although these monumental changes for human rights in NI came from unfavourable circumstances, they are being undoubtably celebrated. After a gruelling Repeal campaign and successful referendum in the Republic in 2017, many campaigners…
By Fiona O’ Connell It may seem odd to couple these two wonderful ladies for any reason other than their outstanding contributions to the field of folk-influenced songwriting. However, there are many ways in which one can draw comparisons between Mitchell and Lenker. A traumatic childhood, a shared poetic desire, and a need to capture,…
Le Hugh Ó Raghallaigh Mac Gearailt Seachtain an-ghníomhach a bhí i gceist le Spraoi Cois Laoi do choiste na Cuallachta anseo i UCC. Cuireadh a lán imeachtaí ar fáil do mhic léinn uilig an choláiste. Cuireadh tús leis an seachtain leis an mBricfeast Gaelach! Tógadh seastán tae agus caifé lasmuigh den Leabharlann agus bhí bia…
By Laura A. Edgerton, Ballymaloe Graduate Cassanova Gelato just opened a new takeaway inside the English Market, but if you’re looking for a sit-down treat head over to George’s Quay. Whether you’re celebrating a big test or just treating yo self – it’s a great spot to get something sweet that is molto bene. Cassanova…
By Laura A. Edgerton If you buy a pumpkin to eat or carve this year, don’t forget about the seeds. Pumpkin seeds (also called pepitas) make a wonderful snack or topping for dishes like tacos, risotto or even porridge. Below you’ll find simple instructions on how to roast pumpkin seeds and add flavour. What you’ll…
Writes Philip Wade The world of Athletics has been plunged into yet another doping controversy with the news that high-profile trainer Alberto Salazar has been banned for four years for various doping violations. Salazar was the coach of many Olympic and World champions, most notably double Olympic Gold winner at London 2012, Mo Farah. As…
Writes Eoghan Creedon, Film & TV Editor South Park has recently aired its 300th episode. 300 episodes! By anyone’s standards, that’s a lot. The famously raunchy, offensive and most importantly, downright hilarious shows is currently airing its 23rd consecutive season on Comedy Central, and it has remained a huge staple of pop culture since first…
Dedicated to the memory of my grandmother, Renee Buckley – written by Ella Curtin Perched on the arm of the chaise-longue, the parlour of my grandmother’s house spreads out before me like a rolling wave, so expansive and never-ending, despite the four walls which confine it. The lace curtains flutter and dance in the faint breeze,…