The Journal Investigates Team Points out Penneys Greenwashing

By Emma Jane Cooke It is no secret that Penneys is known for its accessible and affordable clothing and accessories, but where is the fine line between getting your moneys worth and producing clothing solely to end up in a landfill? The Journal Investig...

To Panic or Not to Panic?

By Sarah Murnane On the recent press junket for her new movie Die My Love Jennifer Lawrence was discussingher experience with filming nudity, especially while being pregnant at the time of filming. She stated: "I remember them sending over a close-up of, l...

Breakup Season

By Sarah Murnane So ladies and gentlemen I meet you all here again at one of the strangest times of year for breakups. While this is technically ‘cuffing’ season, where couples spontaneously appear around every corner, it is also known for an increased lev...

Family Values

By Sarah Murnane How far should someone else be involved in your relationship? Some people believe that any relationship is purely between the two people engaged, and that any fallout or heartbreak is solely felt by the two individuals romantically involve...

The Magic of Soundtracks You’d Never Expect to Love

By EmilyRose Nulty  Discovering good music can originate from the strangest places… Music is universally magical; its ability to connect you to a feeling, a memory, a past version of yourself is rare. Some soundtracks stay with you years after the ...

Blackrock Boy Takes on Toy Show

By Sandy Scandal Seán Murphy, an ex-Blackrock College student, and current “looking for opportunities” graduate had a dream. Not a noble dream, like helping others, or launching a start-up that definitely wouldn’t collapse. No, Seán’s dream was simpler: ge...

Laurie Gilmore: the small-town romance author

By Ellen Madden Laurie Gilmore, who also goes by the name Melissa McTernan, is a USA Today and Sunday Times number one bestseller. She has written the Dream Harbor series, which includes The Pumpkin Spice Café, The Cinnamon Bun Book Store, The Christmas Tr...

TV Shows to Watch Before Xmas Takes Over

By Laura Molloy We're in that awkward season where some feel it is a little too early to celebrate Christmas, but also want to romanticise winter. To help you muddle through November, here are some tv show suggestions for your cosy nights. Dawson's Crea...