DR of Congo joins list of countries making third-country deportation deals with the US

Judith Bellmunt Gras speaks about the US formulating deportation deals with third-countries potentially as a way to avoid the principle of non-refoulement.…

Why We Should Live Life More like a Sitcom

Judith Bellmunt on why we should live life with other people rather than just catch up after it’s all done.…

Lynda Brighton, the woman who sold her house in her mid-50s and has been travelling the world ever since

Judith Bellmunt Gras speaks to Lynda Brighton, a women who spends her life travelling the world.…

“It's going to be a complicated year and decade for the EU” says Vice President of the European Commission, Teresa Ribera

Vice President Teresa Ribera of the European Commission and Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus made recent visits to UCD to discuss the future of the EU, neutrality, and diplomacy. Judith Bellmunt Gras reports.…

Europe’s Remilitarisation: Everything You Need to Know

Judith Bellmunt Gras explores Europe's remilitarisation.…

The Male Loneliness Epidemic

Judith Bellmunt Gras examines the male loneliness epidemic through a critical lens and asks if it really is as simple as the internet makes it out to be.…

The Bondi Beach Attack and its Aftermath

Judith Bellmunt reports on the attack at Bondi Beach.…

New single “Lullaby” by Together for Palestine sends a strong message on dignity

Judith Bellmunt discusses Together for Palestine's single, Lullaby.…

President Trump begins work on the White House’s new $350m ballroom

Backlash surrounds Trump’s plans for a White House ballroom - Judith Bellmunt discusses the implications.…

Riots in City West and Arson Attack on Drogheda IPAS Centre

Two men have been charged with committing an arson attack on Drogheda IPAS centre - Judith Bellmunt explains the aftermath.…

Erasing or Rewriting History: The Debate of Taking Down Statues and Artwork

Is it wrong to vandalise or destroy art that glorifies violence and prejudice against marginalised people? Judith Bellmunt writes about the complexities of recording history.…

The Dublin Job Market: UCD Students Speak Out

Judith Bellmunt explores the struggles students face in Dublin’s job market, from unanswered applications to systemic barriers for international students.…

Arranged Marriages: Perspectives From India

Judith Bellmunt offers insight into what arranged marriages can look like in 2025.…

Encampment Set Up On Campus as UCD Issue Cease and Desist

A Pro-Palestine Encampment has been set up outside O’Reilly Hall following today’s ‘ Walk out for Gaza’ rally.…

What If I Don’t Like Techno Music?

Judith Bellmunt looks at the music scene in Dublin.…

Why LitSoc and Dramsoc Are the Beating Heart of Campus Creativity

Judith Bellmunt has spoken to the auditors of Litsoc and Dramsoc to find out what these much-loved societies’ plans and goals are for the next academic year.…

Taoiseach Micheál Martin Hints At A Substantial Transformation Of The Housing Market by the End of 2025

Judith Bellmunt reports on the Taoiseach’s proposal to reform the system of Rent Pressure Zones which have been in place since December 2016, and some of the resistance to such changes.…

Looking at Cinema’s Treatment of Transgender People

Laura Kiely looks at the history of transgender representation in cinema and highlights the need for better cinematic treatment in the current social and political climate…

‘Quare Reactions’: Queering Lockdown?

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UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science lauded by UCD and President Michael D Higgins

The 11th of February marked the occasion of the United Nations International Day of Women and Girls in Science.…

Rebecca vs Rebecca

Odin O’Sullivan finds out if the new Mrs De Winter measures up to the Original Rebecca…

Out of Innocence is a timeless portrayal of the Catholic guilt and shame in rural Ireland

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Chess: the rise of a different kind of sport

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The Kings and Queens of UCD

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