Left: Mike Ashley, Newcastle United’s former owner. Right: Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman Al Saud, ruler of Saudi Arabia and Chair of Newcastle United’s new owner, the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund. Off the back of the Newcastle United takeover, one must ask themselves that generation-spanning question; has the game gone? Of course the game has not gone. … [Read more...] about Newcastle United set for seismic takeover
Archives for October 2021
Baboró International Arts Festival for Children celebrates its 25th anniversary
Into the World Within — Moonfish Theatre With the purpose of “inspiring children to engage with the world through their experience of the creative arts” and of “creating spaces where children can deepen their understanding of themselves, the perspectives of others and the world around them”,the Baboró International Arts Festival takes over Galway once again with both online … [Read more...] about Baboró International Arts Festival for Children celebrates its 25th anniversary
The importance of culture in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
Marvel Studio’s Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was ground-breaking for a number of reasons. After being in development for nearly two decades, it crashed into the cinematic world, a welcome escape from the real world’s Covid environment. Not only is it the fifth highest-grossing film of 2021, it’s also the first Marvel film with an Asian director and a … [Read more...] about The importance of culture in Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings
“Reduce! Reuse! Recycle!“ they say
How do you do this when you’re a student trying to save money? Galway is expensive enough without us having to pay extra to try and have a more sustainable lifestyle. I have compiled a few tips students and past students gave me that will allow you to not only to reduce your waste, but also save money. Living more sustainably does not have to be more expensive, but you do … [Read more...] about “Reduce! Reuse! Recycle!“ they say
Why you should volunteer for UniCoV- the free, twice-weekly COVID-19 testing programme
After what has felt like an eternity, NUI Galway students are back on campus. UniCoV, the free COVID-19 testing programme aims to keep it that way. Even though vaccination levels are high it is still possible to get infected with the virus and to transmit the virus to others. By keeping COVID-19 in check, the university experience can remain safe and vibrant. Like … [Read more...] about Why you should volunteer for UniCoV- the free, twice-weekly COVID-19 testing programme