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Let’s get fiscal
With the Fiscal Compact referendum looming, Cormac Duffy argues the case for a cautious yes vote…
Whistle while you work
In the wake of the final report by the Mahon Tribunal, Elizabeth O’Malley examines the role played by whistle-blowers in unearthing corruption…
Head to Head: The Fees Preferendum
On April 10th and 11th, UCD Students’ Union will hold a referendum to decide its official stance on the issue of fees and funding for third-level education. Elizabeth O’Malley, Catherine…
(In)visible issues
As “KONY 2012” takes over the internet, Yvanne Kennedy looks behind the hysteria and asks how we should oppose the world’s most infamous Ugandan There is no denying that Joseph…
Ignorance is bliss
As the ongoing atrocities in Syria fail to garner much public attention, Phillippa White examines the apparent media blackout and the international reaction to the crisis…
Allons Sarkozy
As France enters election season, Hannah Dowling gives a rundown of the challenges faced by President Nicolas Sarkozy in his re-election bid…
Rotten to the core?
Apple have recently been criticised for their attitude towards workers’ rights, but Conor O’Nolan explains that the company is perhaps not as unethical as it seems…
Size Matters
As the US Republican primaries march onwards, Cormac Duffy looks at the complexities and inconsistencies of the small government agenda.…
Stealing from the rich
In an attempt to ease the debt crisis facing Europe, a new tax system has been proposed to take revenue from financial transactions. Jack Walsh investigates the ‘Robin Hood’ tax…
Is UCD a university to be proud of?
Is UCD a university that deserves admiration, or could it do more to serve the needs of its students and boost its reputation? Lauren Tracey and Evan O’Quigley debate whether…
No Hits, Sherlock
Following the implosion of SOPA in the United States, Philippa White takes a look at its European successor.…
Declaration of Independence
With renewed calls for Scottish independence dominating UK parliamentary debate, Evan O’Quigley discusses the issues facing both sides of the argument.…
Charity case
After a series of controversies occurring within charities such as the Red Cross, Sean O’Grady looks at where our donations are really going.…
Head to Head: Should UCD leave the USI?
YES – Elizabeth Beecham Is UCD’s membership of the Union of Students in Ireland worth the €125,000 it cost us last year? I believe UCD can provide the advocacy, support…
Rise of the Haredi
While much of the world’s attention is focused on the freedom movements in countries in the Middle East, oppression in Israel has been overlooked. Evan O’Quigley explores the rise of…
Disunited Russia
Although Russian civilians have expressed their desire for a reformed government, Catherine Murnane wonders whether demonstration is enough to ensure such change…
Un-changed
As millions watch Kim Jong-un in fearful anticipation, Sally Hayden examines the future for North Korea.…
Hacked off
With the recent arrest of an Irish student for hacking, Emer Sugrue takes a look at the trend of incompetence in technology, and the treatment of those who expose it.…
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