Editors Pick

We’ve all seen the rise in bad concert ettiquette that has occrued post-pandemic but it reached new heights on Noah Kahan’s most recent US tour. Ellie Somers discusses the wider implications of these ‘interesting’ developments in concert culture.

Phoebe Bridgers is back better than ever and offline… much to the internets annoyance. Ellie Somers discusses whether the phone ban is an attemot to control or curate.

Is country music ready for outspoken women? 20 years ago The Chicks were institutionally punished for rejecting US involvement in the Middle East, now Kacey Musgraves is speaking out against ICE. Dáire McConville explores these Liberal Cowgirls, their legacy, and their future.

Belfast is becoming a hub of flourishing independent Coffee shops, but what is driving this sudden coffee shop boom in Belfast, and why does it matter?

Bridgerton is one of Netflix’s biggest shows but that does not mean it escapes criticism. Katie Ward adresses the backlash to the Season 5 annoucement.

With A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Katie Ward analyses the continuing relationship between Game of Thrones and the Northern Irish TV industry.

What does Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl half time show mean for Belfast? At first glance it may be difficult to see the links but they are definetly there. Ana Lazarut discusses what she feels the links are and why Bad Bunny’s message of love and unity is stronger than his opposition’s hate.

Traitors is one of the biggest shows on TV at the moment, but the show has not been free from controversy. With people from minority ethnic backgrounds often being the first to be banished, people have noticed the pattern. Aoibhe McDaid-Nelis reveals what this is a result of and what Traitors can reveal about our biases.

Aoibhe McDaid-Nelis gives us her thoughts on Netflix’s bid on Warner Bros. and explains why we should really consider its implications.

Cara Collins sits down for a chat with Lewis Nevin, founder and director of NuMuze. They talk all things music promotion, the NI music scene and much more.

Ana Lazarut used to watch Sex and the City as a silly sitcom, but that is not the case for her any more. Finding Carrie’s Big fixation frustrating, Ana argues that women are sick and tired of hearing about men all the time.

Are the legendary Marx Brothers still relevant in 2025? A writer explores this question, asking whether Queen’s students have a clue who they are and explaining why we should care.

By Leah Dillon-Sloan Let’s be honest, you don’t to go a Final Destination showing expecting subtly. The franchise has always

Orla Lloyd covers the Queen’s University Belfast Film Students 3rd Year Final Showcase Revie

By Eva Rowan and Bella Bryson It’s been a whirlwind year for the lads of Esmeralda Road, from opening for Liam Gallagher,

Carmen Gray reviews new Irish horror – Fréwaka.

Margot Paisner reviews Blue Road: The Edna O’Brien Story.

Amy Lonergan interviews local filmmaker – Adam Patterson.

Aisling Suri gives an inside look at this year’s QUB fashion show “Transcience”. From the runway to behind the curtain, Aisling recounts the evening’s events for those who missed an unforgettable night.

Lucy Hughes reviews the 2024 Booker Prize award winner – Orbital, by Samantha Harvey.

Aisling Suri discusses the recent puberty blocker ban in the UK, and the direct repercussions this will have on the trans community.

Carmen Gray reviews Sally Rooney’s new novel Intermezzo. While the novel handles grief well, the gendered social critique falls short.

Johnny Ball reviews James Mangold’s newest biopic based on Bob Dylan’s rise to stardom – A Complete Unknown.

Lucy Hughes writes about her experience at the 2024 RUA Exhibition.

Alicia McCormack delves into the world of personal identity through fashion in a world of TikTok microtrends.

A writer explores the 4b Movement, uncovering it’s rise in popularity in the current climate.

Jonathan Ball writes a interesting review on the Apprentice!

Sorcha Keeve discusses the complexities of safe spaces for queer people in the form of nightclubs!

Anna-Leigh Wilson writes on Saoirse Ronan’s latest film The Outrun and its powerful themes of alcoholism and trauma.

Esther Kabwika reviews “Gaza Remains The Story” – an exhibition run by the Palestine Museum in collaboration with Artists Against Genocide.

Eoghan Fitzpatrick-Harkin writes about Lady Hazel Lavery – the muse behind the piece The Green Coat.

Sorcha Keeve delves into how David Wojnarowicz depicts mourning and agency in his work, allowing us today to comprehend the sheer devastation of AIDs.