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- Plans approved for student accommodation on former Lantern Bar site
Galway City Council has approved plans to develop new student accommodation on the site of the now closed Lantern Bar, previously known as the Lantern Inn. The original Lantern Inn is set to be demolished… Read more: Plans approved for student accommodation on former Lantern Bar site - Technion Referendum Interview – SU full-time officers
In preparation for the policy referendum regarding the University of Galway/Technion joint research project, I sat with Students’ Union officers Paddy Marnane, Vice President/Welfare and Equality Officer, and Seán de Búrca, Vice President/Education Officer to… Read more: Technion Referendum Interview – SU full-time officers - Lit & Deb Students’ Union Presidential Debate: At a glance
Chair: Hugh Gately, Auditor of the Literary and Debating Society Candidates: Adam Mullins, Danny Saunders, Peter Ó Neill, Seán de Búrca Format: Opening moment:Candidates were asked to do keepie-uppies with a football, in a nod… Read more: Lit & Deb Students’ Union Presidential Debate: At a glance
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- In the eyes of young Gaeilgeoirí: Beyond Seachtain na GaeilgeTá an t-alt seo ar fáil trí Bhéarla agus trí Ghaeilge. Seachtain na Gaeilge has been promoting the Irish language through an annual festival for over 120 years. From its origins as a grassroots campaign… Read more: In the eyes of young Gaeilgeoirí: Beyond Seachtain na Gaeilge
- The billion-dollar question: Can there ever be an ethical billionaire?
While Irish rebels were setting up shop in Dublin’s GPO in 1916, American John D. Rockefeller saw his oil monopoly grow to make him the first billionaire in history. One billion dollars in 1916 would… Read more: The billion-dollar question: Can there ever be an ethical billionaire? - A choice or a necessity? Students share experiences of working during term time
It’s a well known story across college campuses in Ireland; every Friday evening, a mass exodus of students leave the cities and go back to their hometowns for the weekend. However, the majority of these… Read more: A choice or a necessity? Students share experiences of working during term time
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Student diary: accents and bus drivers
At the beginning of my year abroad, I thought my English would improve a lot; that after nine months in Ireland, nobody would be able to tell me apart from a native speaker. At least, that was the story I told … Read more... about Student diary: accents and bus drivers
The rundown of the Nun’s Island Masterplan
The announcement of plans for a new Law building was the latest bit of momentum behind the University of Galway’s ‘Nun’s Island Masterplan’-but what exactly is this masterplan, and why has it been in limbo for so … Read more... about The rundown of the Nun’s Island Masterplan
A poisoned chalice: Galway journalists on AI and the future of media
Artificial Intelligence is here to stay, and it’s on track to change the world as we know it. Since ChatGPT’s launch in November 2022, the world has been confronted by the reality of AI on a daily basis. … Read more... about A poisoned chalice: Galway journalists on AI and the future of media
Roadworks, rent and healthcare: What students want from the 2026 bye-election
Image by Mohamed Hassan on Pixabay Catherine Connolly’s win in the 2025 presidential election meant that the Dáil seat that she won in the 2024 general election was then left open. This, as well as Pascal … Read more... about Roadworks, rent and healthcare: What students want from the 2026 bye-election
Plans approved for student accommodation on former Lantern Bar site
Galway City Council has approved plans to develop new student accommodation on the site of the now closed Lantern Bar, previously known as the Lantern Inn. The original Lantern Inn is set to be demolished in … Read more... about Plans approved for student accommodation on former Lantern Bar site
I súile fíor-Ghaeilgeoirí óga: níos faide ná Seachtain na Gaeilge
Le Finn Brady. [This article is available in both English and Irish]. Tá Seachtain na Gaeilge ag cur ár dteanga dúchais chun cinn mar fhéile bhliantúil le breis agus 120 bliain. Óna dhúchas mar fheachtas … Read more... about I súile fíor-Ghaeilgeoirí óga: níos faide ná Seachtain na Gaeilge
In the eyes of young Gaeilgeoirí: Beyond Seachtain na Gaeilge
Tá an t-alt seo ar fáil trí Bhéarla agus trí Ghaeilge. Seachtain na Gaeilge has been promoting the Irish language through an annual festival for over 120 years. From its origins as a grassroots campaign by … Read more... about In the eyes of young Gaeilgeoirí: Beyond Seachtain na Gaeilge
Technion Referendum Interview – SU full-time officers
A protest took place at the University of Galway against a research project which is in collaboration with the Israeli institute, Technion. Photo: Supplied In preparation for the policy referendum regarding the … Read more... about Technion Referendum Interview – SU full-time officers
One minute that shapes your year
Image by Mohamed Hassan on Pixabay Students' Union elections can feel easy to ignore. Between assignments, part time work, society commitments, and trying to maintain some sort of balance, it is tempting to … Read more... about One minute that shapes your year
Lit & Deb Students’ Union Presidential Debate: At a glance
Hugh Gately, Adam Mullins, Danny Saunders, Peter Ó Neill, Seán de Búrca Chair: Hugh Gately, Auditor of the Literary and Debating Society Candidates: Adam Mullins, Danny Saunders, Peter Ó Neill, Seán de … Read more... about Lit & Deb Students’ Union Presidential Debate: At a glance
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2026
Beidh Seachtain na Gaeilge ar siúl ón Domhnach 1 Márta go dtí an Mháirt 17 Márta i mbliana. Seachtain na Gaeilge will take place from Sunday 1 March until Tuesday 17 March this year. Níor chailleadh an íoróin … Read more... about Seachtain na Gaeilge 2026
Presidential Candidate Interview: Danny Saunders
Photo by Seán de Búrca Interview by Sonny McGreevy What, in your view, is the single biggest issue facing students right now, and how would you tackle it in practical terms? “The cost of … Read more... about Presidential Candidate Interview: Danny Saunders
Presidential Candidate Interview: Peter Ó Neill
Photo by Izzy Bland Interview by Sonny McGreevy What, in your view, is the single biggest issue facing students right now, and how would you tackle it in practical terms? "It’s an issue I’ve … Read more... about Presidential Candidate Interview: Peter Ó Neill
Presidential Candidate Interview: Adam Mullins
Photo by Emma van Oosterhout Interview by Sonny McGreevy What, in your view, is the single biggest issue facing students right now, and how would you tackle it in practical terms? “I feel the … Read more... about Presidential Candidate Interview: Adam Mullins
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- Model UN Soc is debating to understand the world
Imagine you get to represent Ireland at a heated debate on international policy. You debate with other delegates, each representing their own country’s position, and work together to pass a resolution that addresses topics from international security to human rights. This is exactly what you get to do when you join the Model United Nations… Read more: Model UN Soc is debating to understand the world - Student diary: accents and bus drivers
At the beginning of my year abroad, I thought my English would improve a lot; that after nine months in Ireland, nobody would be able to tell me apart from a native speaker. At least, that was the story I told myself. My English level was already pretty decent before coming to Galway. I consumed… Read more: Student diary: accents and bus drivers - The rundown of the Nun’s Island Masterplan
The announcement of plans for a new Law building was the latest bit of momentum behind the University of Galway’s ‘Nun’s Island Masterplan’-but what exactly is this masterplan, and why has it been in limbo for so long? Expansion to Nun’s Island First announced in 2018, the development plan saw the university’s Buildings & Estates… Read more: The rundown of the Nun’s Island Masterplan
Opinion
- One minute that shapes your year
Students’ Union elections can feel easy to ignore. Between assignments, part time work, society commitments, and trying to maintain some sort of balance, it is tempting to scroll past campaign posts and move on. But the reality is simple. Decisions about your university experience will be made either way. The only question is whether you… Read more: One minute that shapes your year - The billion-dollar question: Can there ever be an ethical billionaire?While Irish rebels were setting up shop in Dublin’s GPO in 1916, American John D. Rockefeller saw his oil monopoly grow to make him the first billionaire in history. One billion dollars in 1916 would be worth close to thirty billion today when adjusted for inflation. The average Irish worker’s weekly earnings increased 3.1% to… Read more: The billion-dollar question: Can there ever be an ethical billionaire?
- Has the name Macbeth been uttered and is theatre now cursed forever?: A conversation with Druid about theatre in the modern age of media.
There is a superstition among theatre lovers that if “Macbeth” is spoken aloud inside a theatre then bad luck is to follow. Instead of “Macbeth” maybe this superstition should be changed to names of streaming services. Theatre since the earliest days of 5 BC has been a vital part of how humans have been entertained.… Read more: Has the name Macbeth been uttered and is theatre now cursed forever?: A conversation with Druid about theatre in the modern age of media.
Arts & Fashion
- Dining with the elite: Behind the scenes of Posh
“Watch closely, laugh freely, and understand who’s being celebrated; and at what cost.” Posh is a satirical play written by British playwright Laura Wade in 2010. It centres on the Riot Club, an elite Oxford University dining society loosely inspired by the real-life Bullingdon Club. The play follows a group of privileged young men who… Read more: Dining with the elite: Behind the scenes of Posh - University of Galway graduate Aoife Burke on being chosen to represent Ireland in new book celebrating 100 artists in Europe
Galway writer Aoife Burke has been chosen to represent Ireland internationally in the upcoming book 100 Artists of Europe, published by Culturale Lab in Italy. “It was a huge honour to be chosen among so many talented people. It’s a milestone for me in my career, and it’s very special to me,” she said. Coming… Read more: University of Galway graduate Aoife Burke on being chosen to represent Ireland in new book celebrating 100 artists in Europe - Inside the Hans Zimmer Experience with Irish soprano Katy Kelly
What soundtrack or song instantly transports you back into a film? On Saturday 7 March 2026, Galway’s Town Hall Theatre will host The Hans Zimmer Experience, a live performance celebrating one of the most influential film composers of our time; whose music has shaped many emotional landscapes of modern cinema. Hans Zimmer is known for… Read more: Inside the Hans Zimmer Experience with Irish soprano Katy Kelly
Business & Tech
- A poisoned chalice: Galway journalists on AI and the future of media
Artificial Intelligence is here to stay, and it’s on track to change the world as we know it. Since ChatGPT’s launch in November 2022, the world has been confronted by the reality of AI on a daily basis. The technology has remarkable potential, but it has come with a whole host of problems that societies… Read more: A poisoned chalice: Galway journalists on AI and the future of media - Are London’s streets ready for a ghost behind the wheel?
Walking down the Strand in 2026, you might notice something that feels like a glitch in the matrix. Nestled between the iconic red double deckers and the black cabs is a sleek, electric Jaguar I-PACE. It looks normal enough until you realise the driver’s seat is empty. Following a high-velocity expansion in the United States,… Read more: Are London’s streets ready for a ghost behind the wheel? - EU opens investigation into Shein over unethical selling practices
Following preliminary analyses, The European Commission has initiated its investigation into the Chinese online retail platform Shein. Concerns were raised over the fast fashion brand being in conflict with the Digital Services Act (DSA) for its addictive design, unclear algorithmic system and the selling of illegal products. Requests for information back in June 2024, as… Read more: EU opens investigation into Shein over unethical selling practices
Health & Lifestyle
- Nine years of ‘bad periods’: Why seeing endometriosis on an Irish screen matters
There’s a line in Conversations With Friends where Frances’ doctor describes her condition as “complicated”. It’s tidy language for something that can quietly derail your teens and twenties. I got emotional when I realised why the main character was passed out on the bathroom floor of her college house. She wasn’t drunk, she had endometriosis.… Read more: Nine years of ‘bad periods’: Why seeing endometriosis on an Irish screen matters - Inis Meáin: The forgotten island
I tagged along with classmates on a reporting trip to Inis Meáin, the quiet middle child of the Aran Islands. They were bound for interviews; I was there out of curiosity. And, if I’m honest, scepticism. Why Inis Meáin? Raised in east Galway, I’d made the pilgrimage west more than once, but always to Inis… Read more: Inis Meáin: The forgotten island - Think before you drink: How to avoid spiking over RAG Week
Monday, 9 February marks the beginning of an often-highly anticipated period in the student calendar with Raise and Give Week officially commencing. Jam-packed with fundraising and social events, the week often represents the pinnacle of the student social experience each year. However, with larger crowds and greater social opportunities, it is important to consider the… Read more: Think before you drink: How to avoid spiking over RAG Week
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- I súile fíor-Ghaeilgeoirí óga: níos faide ná Seachtain na Gaeilge
Le Finn Brady. [This article is available in both English and Irish]. Tá Seachtain na Gaeilge ag cur ár dteanga dúchais chun cinn mar fhéile bhliantúil le breis agus 120 bliain. Óna dhúchas mar fheachtas gnáthdhaoine le Conradh na Gaeilge, tá sé tar éis fás ina ghluaiseacht idirnáisiúnta ag sroicheadh breis agus milliún duine. Ach… Read more: I súile fíor-Ghaeilgeoirí óga: níos faide ná Seachtain na Gaeilge - Seachtain na Gaeilge 2026
Beidh Seachtain na Gaeilge ar siúl ón Domhnach 1 Márta go dtí an Mháirt 17 Márta i mbliana. Seachtain na Gaeilge will take place from Sunday 1 March until Tuesday 17 March this year. Níor chailleadh an íoróin ar na heagraithe go maireann “Seachtain na Gaeilge” níos mó ná seachtain, ach léiríonn sé an t-ardú… Read more: Seachtain na Gaeilge 2026 - Comhaltas na Mac Léinn ag Iarraidh ar Mhic Léinn Seasamh mar Iarrthóirí sa Toghchán
Tá spreagadh á thabhairt ag Comhaltas na Mac Léinn, Ollscoil na Gaillimhe, do mhic léinn seasamh mar iarrthóirí sa toghchán don Choiste Feidhmiúcháin 2026/27. I measc iar-Uachtaráin ar Chomhaltas na Mac Léinn, Ollscoil na Gaillimhe, tá Micheál D. Ó hUigínn, Pat Rabbitte agus Eamon Gilmore. Beidh 18 bpost mar oifigeach le líonadh i mbliana agus… Read more: Comhaltas na Mac Léinn ag Iarraidh ar Mhic Léinn Seasamh mar Iarrthóirí sa Toghchán
Sports
- Goalkeeping greatness guides UL to 1st Sigerson Cup title
On Wednesday 11 February, University of Limerick joined the illustrious list of universities to win the Electric Ireland Higher Education Sigerson Cup, GAA’s premier inter-varsity competition. Spurred on by heroics from goalkeeper Tristan O’Callaghan, UL won out by three points in the final against University College Cork. Throw in at an echoey, breezy Croke Park… Read more: Goalkeeping greatness guides UL to 1st Sigerson Cup title - Seattle seal second Super Bowl with dominant performance over Patriots
The Seattle Seahawks were crowned Super Bowl 60 champions on 7 February after defeating the New England Patriots 29-13 at Levi stadium in Santa Clara. The win marks the second title in the franchise’s history, and most importantly vanquished the demons from their dramatic loss in Super Bowl 49 to the Patriots. The Super Bowl… Read more: Seattle seal second Super Bowl with dominant performance over Patriots - Drogheda snatch all three points with late winner
Galway United were beaten in their League of Ireland opener against Drogheda United in Eammon Deacy Park on Friday after a 91st minute winner from the visitors. The hosts were left to rue a missed penalty and plenty of squandered chances when Jago Godden struck a low, driven shot past Evan Watts in the Galway… Read more: Drogheda snatch all three points with late winner