Since February, X-Factor’s Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, more commonly known as Cheryl Cole, and One Direction’s Liam Payne have been teasing fans, by posting cosy photos of themselves online. Although the couple haven’t exactly kept their relationship a big secret it’s believed that Cheryl may be already fearing for the relationship as a source told Heat magazine
So this is an interview for the MU Times, artist’s profile of students involved in artsy things, what’s your name, what do you study and what sort of stuff do you do? My name’s Alice Kiernan, I study media studies and I’m a singer songwriter. When did you first decide to start doing music, do
In recent years, the word “consent” has been transformed from an unassuming dictionary look-up into a cultural buzzword. If you happen to pick up on someone dropping it into conversation today, there’s a high probability that this person is referring to sexual consent – that is, an enthusiastic, clearly-communicated, and unwavering “yes” in response to
On Wednesday the 30th of March will see Maynooth’s and Ireland’s first ever production of The MENding Monologues performed on campus. As we were on Easter break the interview was conducted via Facebook messenger with Jonah Kapila Worcester, Co-Director/ Founder of the Social Justice League society which is hosting this production, Erin Murray Co-Director/Producer and
After week of a break, MUT is back with plenty of vibrant content. We want you to make the best out of your return to college. There are plenty of positives about coming back. We focused on the five most effective ways; but even seeing your mates is a huge one. However, before we fully
I was very lucky to get on the guest list for one of the Common Grounds Collective events on the evening on March the 1st. Home is where the art is IV; a showcase by artists of their works in the front room of a student accommodation in Maynooth, considering these events run out of
The 29 year old pop star Kesha, best known for her two number-one singles, “Tik Tok” and “We R Who We R”, filed a lawsuit, back in 2014, against her producer, Lukasz Gottwald, also known as Dr. Luke. In the lawsuit, Kesha accused Dr. Luke of sexually, physically, verbally, and emotionally abusing her from the
Dear all, Study week is once again upon us. Can you believe that it is study week already? Didn’t we just finish with the Christmas exams? Now we are taking a small break before we prepare for the next session of mind-boggling tests! However, here at MUT we hope that you won’t be too disheartened
The Irish literary scene has always been one which has served as a sphere of revolution. At the genesis of our country’s independence were the writings of W.B. Yeats; from the harrowing years of the Troubles, the words of Seamus Heaney still echo. Feminism is its own unique brand of revolution, and critically-acclaimed author Louise
Of all the artists to come from that strange, nebulous movement dubbed “cloud rap”, “internet rap” or even “trillwave”, Bones is possibly the most interesting artist to emerge. Notable for his guarded persona, tendency towards short songs, a dark 90’s influenced aesthetic that colours all of his output and the range of styles his music
Dear all, I am beyond delighted to welcome you to the second issue of MUT. Already, we are on the second issue! And this week’s issue can be summarized in two words: politics and culture. I suppose, if we are going to talk politics might as well break the subject with a bit of culture!
Dear all, I would like to welcome you all to the newly established student newspaper which is Maynooth University Times, MUT if you like. This is our very first issue of the online edition! Is that screams of exuberant joy that I hear? I know, this is great news. The students of Maynooth finally have
If you are lucky enough to fly into Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport on a fine clear day, as you peer out the cabin window, your eyes will be drawn to the distinct sight of the Buda Castle keeping guard over the city. But as much as I enjoy the delights that Budapest and its
Being a university student is much like a crash course in being an adult as much as it is about your education. You’re thrust into a minefield of commitments and obligations, expected to juggle both your social and academic life on quite limited funds so you’re better equipped to handle it once you’re an adult
