TW: This article contains discussion of disordered eating that may be distressing for some readers.
On a dim Friday evening, in the back corner of a newly decorated pub, I ate a slice of birthday cake from an old cracked …
Sex & Relationships
The masculinisation and inferiorization of women of colour in relationships
Sophia Barretto unveils the complex dynamics of gender roles and racial identity in diverse relationships
Is there something in the chemical structure of “Your Best American Girl” that makes women of colour genetically predisposed to projectile sobbing following a post-night out listen? What is it that is so viscerally powerful about the song?
It’s the …
The 8th Amendment repealed – what’s changed?
Alice Matty and Donncha Murphy explore the history of abortion legislation in Ireland, and reflect on its social impact over the last 70 years
With the celebration of Trinity News’ 70th edition, we reflect on how the social context and political landscape of Ireland has changed over the last 70 years. Ireland, and how we construct our relationships today, looks almost unrecognisable to …
Navigating the World of Casual Sex as a 21st Century Woman
Amy Gallagher explores the history of casual sex for women, and whether our sexual liberation is really as liberating as we think
Dating in the 21st Century , as a heterosexual woman, is often an overcomplicated endeavour. Amidst the age of the cursed “situationship” (a romantic or sexual relationship that is not considered to be formal or established, as defined by the …
The Uninvited Intruders of the City of Love
Nora Barron brings us through all the reasons why it may not be the best idea to get intimate in Paris during reading week
The concept of going to Paris for reading week, sitting by the Fontaine des Fleuves while you catch up on a chapter of a textbook, and catching the eye of a dashing French local you immediately become acquainted with has …
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No UTI for U or I
A writer candidly speaks about the importance of being educated about UTIs,
UTIs are surprisingly common. Up to 40% of women and 12% of men will develop a urinary tract infection at some point in their lifetime. However, despite UTIs being so prevalent (especially amongst students), there isn’t much information surrounding them, …
So you’ve gotten the ick … or is it intuition?
Anna Lyons explores how the most arbitrary, yet sometimes relatable, situations have found their niche on TikTok, raising questions about whether there should be any merit awarded to them, or if they may be causing more harm than good.
The word “ick” has become one of the most commonly used words in the Gen-Z dating dialogue: there’s seldom a conversation I have with friends about dating that gives no mention to the ick. When you’re attracted to someone, and …
The Essential Guide to Dating Yourself
Katie Carrig shares her top tips for spending quality time alone without feeling terrified
As an accidental, but habitual, serial monogamist, I’ve only just begun the process of learning to be comfortable in my own company. Since the age of 18, a revolving door of romantic partners has kept me anything but alone. Now …
The evolution of therapy speak in modern relationships
Daisy Gambles explores the progression, and potentially harmful misuse, of therapy speak in contemporary relationships
In early July of this year, texts sent from the 21 Jump Street actor Jonah Hill to his ex-girlfriend Sarah Brady were posted online, sending the internet into a frenzy over the language and nature of the messages. The texts …
Written in the stars: does zodiac compatibility really matter?
Kelly Millikan explores whether astrological compatibility is really significant, or whether we are using starry-eyed love as a comfort blanket for the tough times we live in
The study of astrology is almost as old as civilization itself and is said to have originated in the cradle of humanity, Mesopotamia. Astrologists have kept track of the stars and correlating patterns since the third millennium, but over time …