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The Storms Vol 2 Poetry and prose post-pandemic

A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of attending the launch of a new journal of poetry, prose and visual art – The Storms Volume 2. It was hosted in Swords Castle, which might just be one of the most beautiful and underappreciated spots in Dublin. Writers from around the country, as well as from the UK, read out their poetry and prose. The whole atmosphere was really friendly and welcoming. You could tell that everyone was really pleased to be there and that they all felt very honoured. I was really grateful to be given a copy … Continue reading The Storms Vol 2 Poetry and prose post-pandemic

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Post-Covid Clubbing Considerations What are we wearing and where?

Two years into the global phenomenon we call Covid-19, articles about anything “through Covid” or “post-Covid” saturate every outlet and conversation about our lives, whether navigating the return to work and college or examining how we now watch movies. However, … Continue reading Post-Covid Clubbing Considerations What are we wearing and where?

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Vaccines and Blood Clots: What’s the Big Deal? If blood clots with contraceptives aren’t a problem, then why are they with vaccines?

Illustration by Emily Stevenson. All information correct as of 22/04/21.   If you paid even passing attention to the news over the last three weeks, you will have heard that some Covid-19 vaccines which people are relying heavily on for … Continue reading Vaccines and Blood Clots: What’s the Big Deal? If blood clots with contraceptives aren’t a problem, then why are they with vaccines?

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The disappointment of the substantial €9 meal Pub grub, even at the best of times, is not a satisfactory meal

In June of this year, the government reopened pubs that serve meals in a bid to make life just that little bit more normal and bearable again. The caveat? Everyone who wants a pint, a glass of wine or whatever … Continue reading The disappointment of the substantial €9 meal Pub grub, even at the best of times, is not a satisfactory meal