Students from the University of Galway have won in five categories in the 2024 Student Media Awards (Smedias). Tom O'Connor, a Final Year Human Rights Law student, took home a record number of three awards at this year's Smedias. His categories included Radio Journalist of the Year, Radio Documentary of the Year, and Radio Production of the Year - News and Current … [Read more...] about University of Galway students bring home five awards from the Smedias
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Giulia Cecchettin: trailblazer of Italy’s media coverage of femicide
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Health check: How is Irish traditional music doing?
It’s a windy day in Doolin, County Clare and the seaside village buzzes with activity. Knownfor its long-standing reputation as the home of Ireland’s traditional music scene, Doolin playshost to the annual Michael Russell Festival, drawing musicians from across the country. The theme of the weekend is a celebration of new music talents, attracting a growing audience … [Read more...] about Health check: How is Irish traditional music doing?
Are electric vehicles really our future?
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Two migrants’ journeys to Ireland in hopes of a better future
Photo by MarioGuti on iStock The country of Ireland is one that contains people from all walks of life. Due to the turmoil many countries face, people from a multitude of nationalities are finding themselves calling Ireland home. Sherín Al Sabbagh is from Gaza but has been living in Ireland for the past 15 years. Sherín arrived in Ireland in 2008 to pursue a master’s … [Read more...] about Two migrants’ journeys to Ireland in hopes of a better future