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Students Have Long Opposed Direct Provision. Jane McNamara Wants Them to Understand It
The journalist has just released a podcast – edited by Trinity student Ellie O'Neill – that explains every aspect of direct provision in Ireland.

Review
Normal People Week 5 Recap: Connell and Marianne, at Their Lowest Ebb
Episodes nine and 10 see Connell and Marianne at their most vulnerable, in a graceful and devastating depiction of mental health struggles.

Observations
Trinity Trend – Lockdown Edition: The Shaved Head
Fashion statements in Trinity are changed irreparably. But students are still trying things out in lockdown – with decidedly mixed results.

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In New Photobook, Niamh Barry Sheds Light on Tiny American Moments
Trinity student Niamh Barry, known for her student documentaries has just released her first book of photos – set in Boston.

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How Naoise Jo is Building a Brand in Dublin Design
We're in lockdown, but Naoise Jo – a Dublin-based designer – is making waves with a brand ethos of bringing ‘a little joy to whoever wears it’.

Review
Normal People Week 4 Recap: In Italy, Old Tropes Haunt Our Protagonists
After a breakup that hurt both Connell and Marianne, episodes seven and eight show them attempting to navigate a new kind of relationship.

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With Natalie Coleman’s Face Masks, Beauty That Breaks (Social) Barriers
The Dublin-based designer on the inspiration behind her face masks – as well as the social change she hopes they can help effect.

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One Single In (It’s a Love Song Set In KFC), CMAT is Doing Things Her Way
In her own words, she's a ‘singer, dancer, social media maverick, country heure and bimbo troubadour’. Now CMAT is making waves in Dublin pop.

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Trinity’s New Film Master’s Sets Budding Screenwriters Up for Success
Justin Mac Gregor will soon launch a new master's in film. He says now is the ‘perfect time’ to master the craft of screenwriting.

Review
With SugarKissAngel Hill, Players and TFM Deliver Drama Over the Airwaves
Now on its last episode, SugarKissAngel Hill – a collaboration between Players and Trinity FM – is an engaging story with super voice acting.