Photo by Kelly on Pexels The United States has a close tie with Israel, offering support in various forms. However, this connection sparks debates, especially concerning Israel's actions in Gaza. Amidst the clinks of glasses and murmurs of patrons, the bar of my workplace served as an unexpected backdrop for insightful conversations with two Americans, John and Sarah. … [Read more...] about Voices of Complexity: Navigating America’s Divide over the Israel-Hamas Conflict
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Charity partners for RAG week 2024
Photo by University of Galway Students’ Union RAG week 2024 was one of the busiest in terms of fundraisers, as the Students Union’s pledge to put the ‘Raise and Give’ back into RAG was a roaring success. Though always a fundraising event, RAG week often gets dismissed as an excuse for students to party. But according to the charities benefitting, the activities go … [Read more...] about Charity partners for RAG week 2024
RAG Week’s successful shave-off
Photo by University of Galway Students’ Union Galway is well known for its thriving nightlife, but to put the ‘Raise and Give’ back into RAG week, some students are opting for a different kind of buzz. ‘Shave Off’, an event that sees contestants shaving their heads to raise money was an unprecedented success this year, securing vital funding to support those in … [Read more...] about RAG Week’s successful shave-off
The realities of immigration: challenges and advocacy surrounding international protection applicants in Ireland
The Citizenship Ceremony in the Killarney Convention Centre, County Kerry. Photo: Don MacMonagle As we bear witness to the rise of immigration across Ireland, there is simultaneously a parallel rise of issues around international protection applicants rights and the barriers they face in seeking asylum. Human rights barrister and International Protection Appeals Tribunal … [Read more...] about The realities of immigration: challenges and advocacy surrounding international protection applicants in Ireland
Ye olde valentine’s history
Photo by Engin Akyurt on Pexels Valetine’s Day is officially over, a holiday that we are reminded of as soon as the new year starts as retailers display their plushies and boxes of chocolates for your significant other, but as quickly as it comes around it ends. The funny fact is, these gifts are out on sale for a month and a half, but there are people still … [Read more...] about Ye olde valentine’s history