By Darren Casserly Opinion Editor It was recently announced that there will be at least another six weeks of level five restrictions put in place by the government. This was met with the usual disappointment that we have become accustomed to over the last year. But what was different this time around was the overwhelming feeling of resignation that this is life now, and there … [Read more...] about How many more lockdowns will people take?
Archives for February 2021
Sustainability is shaping the future of fashion: a talk with Maura Duffy
By Sophia Hadef Maura Duffy is an ambitious 23 year-old fashion student. She was born in Boston, to two Irish parents. She moved to Ireland when she was six years old, and Cork later became her home. Throughout school, she always had an interest in the arts but decided that studying a commerce degree would be the stereotypical safe option. She completed one … [Read more...] about Sustainability is shaping the future of fashion: a talk with Maura Duffy
Are teachers unfairly criticised over school closures?
By Úna Kehily The complicated debate around the re-opening of schools has dominated the media since the reintroduction of Level 5 restrictions in late December. The last several weeks have seen heated exchanges between Teachers’ Unions, the Minister for Education and other members of government about the safety of teachers and students returning to schools, and the … [Read more...] about Are teachers unfairly criticised over school closures?
Generation Tech calls for volunteers
By Saoirse Higgins Features Editor NUI Galway student Annemarie Clancy is encouraging students to volunteer for charity organisation Generation Tech. Generation Tech is a charity organisation that was set up during the first lockdown to help over 65s with technical support whilst their cocooning. Since their beginning in the pandemic, Generation Tech have supported … [Read more...] about Generation Tech calls for volunteers
“Pets are for life, not just pandemics”. A brief insight into Galway SPCA
By Caroline Spencer The latest lockdown has seen dramatic changes for animal shelters in Galway. Galway SPCA has seen a staggering increase of animal abandonments in the past year. The charity’s shops have had to close under the current Level-5 restrictions. People are being urged not to donate animal supplies due to the high volumes of donations. Office workers have … [Read more...] about “Pets are for life, not just pandemics”. A brief insight into Galway SPCA