Place: UCC

Sign in

Place: UCC

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

<p>The jury of six men and five women—one juror was excused during the 10-day trial—were unanimous in finding him guilty. File picture: Larry Cummins</p>

court and crime

'Predator' found guilty of raping woman after breaking into her bedroom during Cork rag week

The prosecution told the trial the defendant's account of the incident 'is more than unlikely, it is lies.'

<p>In the fourth storm warning in seven weeks, hazardous conditions are expected throughout the country. Picture: Andy Gibson</p>

news

14 counties facing 'potential danger to life' as Storm Debi hits

<p> </p>

news

Third-level survey shows 1 in 6 first years are current drug users

Concept of a group of happy looking people and a disabled person. A vector illustration of various characters of different gende

people

A student's guide to Cork: Tried and tested tips for making friends, where to go and more

'Dr' Paul O'Donovan swaps Olympic gold medal for gown as he graduates from UCC

munster

'Dr' Paul O'Donovan swaps Olympic gold medal for gown as he graduates from UCC

news

Most existing methods to tackle conspiracy beliefs are ineffective, study finds

Hundreds welcome Michael D Higgins and Maltese president Vella to UCC

Hundreds welcome Michael D Higgins and Maltese president Vella to UCC

A huge crowd, up to eight deep, lined the avenue from the quad, cheering as the presidents of Ireland and Malta arrived

Thu, 02 Mar, 2023

Homeless man fined for pitching tent in carpark of UCC's School of Music

Homeless man fined for pitching tent in carpark of UCC's School of Music

On arrest, charge and caution by Garda Aoife McCarthy, the young man said: “Do you go to mass?”

Tue, 13 Dec, 2022

Anne Lucey: Farewell, mummy, and thanks for the company in the depths of UCC library

Anne Lucey: Farewell, mummy, and thanks for the company in the depths of UCC library

Now about to be repatriated to Egypt, the mummy was a familiar and even friendly sight to University College Cork students and staff in the 1980s

Fri, 09 Dec, 2022

Letters to the Editor: Bonuses for bank bosses a kick in the teeth for taxpayers

Letters to the Editor: Bonuses for bank bosses a kick in the teeth for taxpayers

There is nothing more galling than private companies which were bailed out by the taxpayers of this country rewarding their top executives with bonuses.

Sat, 03 Dec, 2022

Ireland second in the EU for per-capita emissions of greenhouse gases — we must act

Ireland second in the EU for per-capita emissions of greenhouse gases — we must act

The best outcome we can hope for at these talks is a firm agreement on a financial mechanism to direct money on an ongoing basis to compensate for damage caused by climate change

Mon, 07 Nov, 2022

Student accommodation shortage 'the worst it has ever been'

Student accommodation shortage 'the worst it has ever been'

Union representatives describe the situation as an 'emergency' with some students on the verge of being homeless and others facing seven-hour daily commutes

Tue, 13 Sep, 2022

Deep sea species research

UCC study highlights risk to deep-sea life from continental shift

Researchers say even a tiny change can result in a sudden, often drastic response

Thu, 08 Sep, 2022

UCC lecturer fears for his safety after letter threat

UCC lecturer fears for his safety after letter threat

Amanullah De Sondy also criticised political leaders for their 'silence' on racism after he received an abusive letter recently

Tue, 06 Sep, 2022

UCC moves closer to developing 'pan-European university' with seven other institutions

UCC moves closer to developing 'pan-European university' with seven other institutions

The goal is to give students, staff, and researchers "seamless" mobility, either physical, virtual, or blended, at cooperating partner institutions.

Fri, 11 Feb, 2022

business people on monitor report graph and business analyze

If your toddler has a 'Micheál' and 'Leo' in their friend group you might want to buy a lottery ticket

As a Fine Gael TD calls for an investigation into the National Lottery as no player has won the jackpot in almost six months, a statistician calculates that you're more likely to see a toddler starting crèche next year whose first two friends are called 'Micheál' and 'Leo'

Fri, 19 Nov, 2021

Alcohol Drinking - Stock

Students take a stand against 'drink spiking'

IT Carlow Students' Union has announced an initiative aimed at curbing the recent increase in students' drinks being spiked

Wed, 03 Nov, 2021

Predicting pandemics: How Irish universities are building early warning Covid systems

Predicting pandemics: How Irish universities are building early warning Covid systems

Developed during the third wave of the pandemic, a free rapid testing project across Irish universities is now trying to develop an early warning system for the presence of SarsCoV2 on college campuses.

Sat, 30 Oct, 2021

UCC unveils Rainbow Walkway to mark ‘national coming out’ day

UCC unveils Rainbow Walkway to mark ‘national coming out’ day

The walkway symbolises the progress made at UCC and nationally since the first LGBT+ staff and students groups were established by the university in the 1980s.

Mon, 11 Oct, 2021

Large security operation in place as Cabinet meets in UCC

Large security operation in place as Cabinet meets in UCC

Gardaí were on duty at several entrances to the campus as Taoiseach Micheál Martin chaired the meeting, where details of the €165bn National Development Plan were signed off.

Mon, 04 Oct, 2021

Residents near UCC demand crackdown after chaotic party scenes

Residents near UCC demand crackdown after chaotic party scenes

Dozens of young people crammed into a party in a house rented to students off Connaught Avenue before the party spilled onto the streets between 3am and 4am

Fri, 01 Oct, 2021

More than 400 UCC staff and students taking part in Covid-19 rapid test project

More than 400 UCC staff and students taking part in Covid-19 rapid test project

Rapid tests have the potential to enhance and complement existing public health measures such as vaccination, hand-washing, mask-wearing, and social distancing

Mon, 20 Sep, 2021

Gut health could reverse brain deterioration, 'game changer' study finds

Gut health could reverse brain deterioration, 'game changer' study finds

Improving your gut health could turn back age-related brain deterioration including dementia, a “game-changer” scientific study from University College Cork has found.

Mon, 09 Aug, 2021

'A fella's lecturer pulled him out of the bar the night before exams': New book recounts UCC bar tales

'A fella's lecturer pulled him out of the bar the night before exams': New book recounts UCC bar tales

When the college started selling pieces of the floor of the bar online, people got in touch from all over the world recalling their memories of their time in the bar, which closed in 2016.

Mon, 31 May, 2021

CC LEINSTER HOUSE

More than 140 rentals in UCC area not registered, Dáil hears

Labour TD Sean Sherlock also raised what he described as a small minority of "slum landlords".

Fri, 28 May, 2021

Cork Polish library faces closure without financial support

Cork Polish library faces closure without financial support

Appeal for funds as lockdowns slash the non-profit organisation's income

Fri, 16 Apr, 2021

Links between public health and mental health under research spotlight during pandemic

Links between public health and mental health under research spotlight during pandemic

Ireland’s first professor of public mental health appointed at University College Cork

Tue, 06 Apr, 2021

Supreme Court rules flood liability case between UCC and ESB must be reheard

Supreme Court rules flood liability case between UCC and ESB must be reheard

Marathon litigation began after 2009 floods caused extensive damage to buildings on university campus

Thu, 25 Mar, 2021

Clodagh Finn: There are many lessons we can learn during National Tree Week

Clodagh Finn: There are many lessons we can learn during National Tree Week

“When anyone asks me about the Irish character, I say look at the trees. Maimed, stark and misshapen, but ferociously tenacious.

Wed, 24 Mar, 2021

Staying on top of the game despite pressures of Covid

Staying on top of the game despite pressures of Covid

Robust plan helped EviView hit its targets and continue to hire during 2020

Thu, 04 Feb, 2021

Tyndall: Deep-tech research at heart of a successful Europe

Tyndall: Deep-tech research at heart of a successful Europe

The work being done now will have a huge impact in creating solutions in the areas of health and wellbeing, the energy crisis, a greener sustainable society, smart agriculture, and transport

Thu, 21 Jan, 2021

Confusion over Covid-19 ventilation guidelines in schools and congregated settings

Confusion over Covid-19 ventilation guidelines in schools and congregated settings

Airflow is about more than opening windows, UCC expert says

Wed, 20 Jan, 2021

Cork Discovers: Artificial intelligence, animal hibernation and baking in space

Cork Discovers: Artificial intelligence, animal hibernation and baking in space

Learning to bake in space and a Blindboy podcast about science are some of the unusual events organised to engage all ages and highlight University College Cork’s cutting-edge research next week.

Mon, 16 Nov, 2020

Childhood obesity

UCC study: Four gaps found as Ireland struggles in fight against obesity

A new UCC study recommends introducing 'no-fry zones' near schools.

Mon, 09 Nov, 2020

Online conference to mark centenary of Terence MacSwiney hunger strike

Online conference to mark centenary of Terence MacSwiney hunger strike

A three-day online centenary conference exploring the events leading up to the death of former Mayor of Cork, Terence MacSwiney, will begin tomorrow.

Wed, 07 Oct, 2020

'We owe her a profound debt of gratitude' - Sister Margaret Mac Curtain dies age 91

'We owe her a profound debt of gratitude' - Sister Margaret Mac Curtain dies age 91

President Higgins leads tributes to historian, educator, human rights advocate, and feminist

Tue, 06 Oct, 2020

UCC to ask students to pay €75 if Covid rules breached

UCC to ask students to pay €75 if Covid rules breached

Students will be given 'informal option' on their first time of breaking the rules and would also have to complete 'in-house educational programme'

Thu, 24 Sep, 2020

We have waited long enough - residents welcome court ruling on 2009 floods

We have waited long enough - residents welcome court ruling on 2009 floods

This has gone on long enough - it’s time now for the ESB to offer those affected by the 2009 flood a full and fair settlement.

Thu, 09 Jul, 2020

Landlord due in court over noise complaints linked to properties near UCC

Landlord due in court over noise complaints linked to properties near UCC

A landlord with property in Cork’s university precinct has been summoned to appear in court on Friday on foot of noise complaints.

Thu, 02 Jul, 2020

Cork probiotic firm acquired by Danish company in €80m deal

Cork probiotic firm acquired by Danish company in €80m deal

PrecisionBiotics Group began in UCC and produces gut health products Alflorex and Zenflore.

Thu, 25 Jun, 2020

Boost for Cork's Olympic athletes as CIT track to reopen

Boost for Cork's Olympic athletes as CIT track to reopen

The athletics track at Cork Institute of Technology will reopen on Monday, June 29.

Thu, 18 Jun, 2020

Call for stronger Garda powers to tackle lockdown house parties

Call for stronger Garda powers to tackle lockdown house parties

Emergency legislation is being urgently demanded to help gardaí tackle lockdown house parties amid fears they could trigger a new wave of Covid-19 cases.

Wed, 03 Jun, 2020

Best-selling Percy Jackson author Rick Riordan studying at UCC

Best-selling Percy Jackson author Rick Riordan studying at UCC

Rick Riordan: ‘Irish mythology one of my favourites and part of my ancestral heritage’

Fri, 17 Apr, 2020

Improved bus services put brakes on public bike scheme

Improved bus services put brakes on public bike scheme

Improved bus services in Cork is regarded as one of the factors for a decline in the popularity of the city’s public bike rental scheme in Cork city last year with the number of trips down 11%.

Sun, 12 Apr, 2020

Army helped transfer cancer equipment from the Mercy Hospital to new oncology day ward in UCC

Army helped transfer cancer equipment from the Mercy Hospital to new oncology day ward in UCC

A novel approach to reducing the risk to cancer patients of contracting Covid-19 has seen the oncology day ward at the Mercy University Hospital (MUH) transfer lock, stock and barrel to a simulated nursing centre at University College Cork (UCC).

Tue, 07 Apr, 2020

B-Side the Leeside: Nun Attax and the Knocknaheeny Shuffle

B-Side the Leeside: Nun Attax and the Knocknaheeny Shuffle

Ellie O’Byrne sits down with three figures with roles in legendary Cork band Nun Attax' trajectory, and legend-in-the-making that was sadly never to be.

Wed, 01 Apr, 2020

Build, craft and colour your own Cork city for free, like

Build, craft and colour your own Cork city for free, like

From The English Market to UCC and Blackrock Castle, the collection included some of Cork’s favourtie spots.

Wed, 25 Mar, 2020

Calls for more over-60s supports amid Covid-19 fears

Calls for more over-60s supports amid Covid-19 fears

A leading elderly rights campaigner has called for more targeted supports to help vulnerable older people through the coronavirus crisis.

Wed, 11 Mar, 2020

Collaboration key to US-Irish success

Collaboration key to US-Irish success

A series of 14 ‘State-specific’ guides, providing practical tips and advice to Irish firms seeking to establish business in the USA for the first time, is currently being compiled and published by the American Chamber of Commerce.

Mon, 10 Feb, 2020

The Hub to become the 'new beating heart' on UCC campus

The Hub to become the 'new beating heart' on UCC campus

One of the oldest buildings at University College Cork (UCC) has opened for the first time as a state of the art, one-stop-shop for students following a multi-million euro transformation.

Mon, 10 Feb, 2020