When reporter Charlie Bird began his career at RTE, he carried a dictionary in his pocket. He found himself constantly searching for the spelling of words, and also their meaning, to make sure he was using them correctly. When I …
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Irish citizens abroad deserve to have their voices heard in elections
We need to address the barriers to voting as an Irish citizen abroad
In the lead up to my 18th birthday, two things were top priority on my to-do list: apply for my age card and register to vote. Throughout my years in school, I developed a deep interest in politics, fostered by …
Leo Varadkar: From failed Hist committee candidate to Fine Gael Taoiseach
The first Trinity-educated Taoiseach, many students now would most likely distance themselves from him
Leo Varadkar held the record for the youngest Taoiseach in the history of the State, and although Simon Harris has since eclipsed him for this title following the Fine Gael Ard Fheis, this is something for which Varadkar will be …
Navigating the autistic experience in college
Ava Dowdall discusses the unique and often challenging experience of being a third level student with autism
My experience of knowing that I am autistic is very limited to my time in college, which inevitably happens when you are diagnosed two months before you start your degree. It has been an experience where, as I have known …
The half baked activism of Instagram infographics
Never has there been a time where information about the world around us was so easily accessible
Never has there been a time where information about the world around us was so easily accessible, whether on the radio, TV, newspapers, or, more recently, social media. Information on current affairs, specifically humanitarian issues, climate change, and wars raging …
I don’t care about sabbatical elections
Jonathan Wang examines the drama of sabbatical elections and how they can put unwanted pressure on students
Sabbatical elections are a huge deal, especially for Trinity College Dublin’s Students’ Union (SU), where it is of massive importance to elect several people to represent the various needs of our considerable student body and convey the needs of that …
In a disconnected Dublin, TCDSU must continue to advocate for change
Cost of living, accommodation and the rise of the far-right in Ireland will challenge the newly elected sabbatical officers
In an email addressed to the entire student body on the 16th of February, Provost Linda Doyle reiterated the fact that 2024 has been dubbed the “Year of Elections”. Up to 50 countries will head to the polls to some …
Unrevolutionary, not unimportant
Maisie Mould makes the case for the significance of voting yes/yes on March 8
On the 8 March 2024, Irish citizens will be asked to vote on two referendums. The goal: to make Ireland more inclusive and protective of those previously neglected by the constitution. If passed, the definition of family in articles 41.1.1 …
Metrolink saga is a pitiful representation of Ireland at its most disappointing
After decades of delays, Metrolink is still facing heavy opposition and seemingly endless bureaucratic interruptions that showcase Ireland’s inability to fight for progress.
What can a person achieve in 34 years? Well, one could be born, attend school, move to college, graduate, start work, get married, start a family, and maybe even buy a house if we’re prepared to stretch the limits of …
Accomplishing accessibility: how hard can it be?
Siobhán Walsh discusses the barriers in place towards people with epilepsy in Dublin
Recently, I was lucky enough to score tickets to Noah Kahan’s sold-out Dublin concert. In order to enjoy the concert, as soon as the bridge of ‘Your Needs, My Needs’ began, I promptly put my coat hood on (backwards) to …