Why a political revolt by Ireland’s under twenty fives is now a certainty

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

One recent evening Insider watched the 1967 Jean-Luc Godard film La Chinoise in which a small group of French students sit around their apartment, located in what is described as a “workers’ district”, and engage in theatrical discussions about how they must overthrow the bourgeoise and, in particular, the hierarchal French university system which saw students as passive receivers of knowledge handed down by their god-like professors, rather than participants in a dialectical exchange in which both students and teachers learn from each other and grow as a result. No one, with the exception of chairman Mao, is radical enough for most of these students. The French Communist Party which, to draw an Irish parallel, would have been more or less the political equivalent of present day Sinn Féin, is condemned as hopelessly “revisionist”. The Soviet Union, in particular its then president, the now largely forgotten Mr Kosygin, is convicted by the students at their kitchen table discussions of failing to do enough to support the Vietnamese in their war against Lyndon Johnson. And the French working class, with whom said kitchen table debaters absolutely sympathise, are seen as hopelessly passive. In a mix of desperation, madness, and idealism, the students decide to mount a campaign of terrorism, which will involve them doing something they have singularly failed to do for most of the film; getting up from that kitchen table and going outside. They plan to kill the visiting Soviet minister for culture who has been invited by President de Gaulle’s own culture minister, the novelist and decayed Stalinist intellectual Andre Malraux, to open a new wing of the university. After that, they hope to bomb the Sorbonne in the belief that this will spark a revolution. Insider is against blowing up universities. Partly because he knows such actions more often provoke backlash than revolution. But also because Insider happens to teach at a university and coming out in favour of blowing up universities might lead to an awkward email from one’s department head.

Most homeless households headed by women, Galway Simon report launch is told

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Up to two thirds of family households affected by homelessness are headed by women, the launch of the Galway Simon Community annual report was told this week.

The homelessness and housing charity’s 2019 report revealed that the organisation supported 646 local households last year, a total of 1,191 individuals, through their Homelessness Prevention and Housing Services. This was a 17 per cent increase in households supported compared to 2018 and was the largest number of people the charity has ever supported.

Galway based businesswoman awarded prestigious Best Aesthetic Business of the Year 2020

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Galway skincare expert Valerie Osborne has just been awarded the title of Best Aesthetic Business of the Year 2020 by Australian skincare giant Ultraceuticals. The awards took place virtually with Ultraceuticals creator and founder, Dr Geoffrey Heber, announcing the award at the company's virtual international conference.

Galway academics flood our history with colour as awardwinning book flies off shelves

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Galway is fortunate to be home to many people who bring an enormous amount to an understanding of the place where they live, and also to the country as a whole. Two of those people have now combined to produce a book that will do that and more, bringing to life a history we had consigned to monochrome and sepia.

Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh winners to be announced

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

The Mayor of the City of Galway, Cllr Mike Cubbard will announce this morning (November 5) the category winners of Galway’s bilingual business award – Gradam Sheosaimh Uí Ógartaigh, LIVE on Galway Talks with Keith Finnegan on Galway Bay FM.

Tomorrow Friday, he will reveal which of the 11 businesses and organisations on the Gearrliosta will be crowned the next New Tribe of Galway and overall winner of Gradam 2020. The announcements will also be streamed live on Gaillimh le Gaeilge’s and Galway Bay FM’s Facebook Live.

Connemara shooting instructor pens book on a lifetime of instruction

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

A Connemara shooting instructor has written a book that aims to teach aspiring Olympic shooters how to hone their skills.

Credit union mortgages available at Athenry Credit Union

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Athenry Credit Union has recently announced that they have entered the mortgage market, offering mortgages up to €200,000.

Buying a property can be a stressful process. What to buy (and where)? What can I afford (how much to bid)? When you’ve finally found what you’re looking for, you want to deal with a local lender directly and one that you can trust.

Animated movie made in Galway is top choice at UK Box Office

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Two by Two Overboard!, produced in Galway by Moetion Films was the highest grossing film at the UK box office for the second week in a row — no mean feat for an independent film to compete and win against the might of big-budget studio releases.

Tips for shopping online this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Halloween has come and gone and now everyone's mind is turning towards Christmas and more importantly what gifts to purchase. For some it is the best time of year; they revel in buying Christmas presents. For others, the festive period is a pain in the proverbial as they struggle to buy a present. Ultimately what happens is that they buy a present which they most likely purchased last year such as biscuits, pyjamas, and the ever reliable Lynx gift set.

But 2020's Christmas looks set to be completely different to others with the vast majority of presents to be purchased online. While some may say it is great as they will not be overcome by the throngs of people madly rushing about looking for a gift, others will feel the festive period will have a little less of yuletide magic.

Shop local online with McCambridges this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

McCambridges on Shop Street in Galway city is a name that is synonymous with Galway and great food in the west. After 25 years of creating the ideal Christmas hamper in store, customers can now order a McCambridges Christmas hamper through its online store.

Wildlands offering the gift of adventure this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

This year has really highlighted the importance of looking after our physical and mental health and what better way to treat loved ones or reward employees this Christmas than with the gift of an exhilarating adventure at Wildlands.

Give the gift of the Ardilaun's missed occasion voucher to loved ones this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

This year has been a little different for everyone; year after year, families and friends have come together at The Ardilaun Hotel in leafy Taylor’s Hill, to celebrate and mark those momentous occasions in life.

SockerClub is changing the image of socks for Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Inspired by a love of football and design, SockerClub was born to combine the iconic patterns of classic football jerseys and transfer them to make quality, bright and bold socks.

Enjoy a festive treat at the Harbour Hotel this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

The Harbour Hotel in the heart of the city has completed the final phase of its refurbishment works this year. All rooms have been completely upgraded with luxury features including air-conditioning, high definition TVs, bluetooth speakers, and mini – fridges.

Experience the Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Estate this Christmas

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

Galway’s most prestigious five star hotel, Glenlo Abbey Hotel and Estate has undergone a significant investment programme this year.

The Galmont gift vouchers — your Christmas, all wrapped up

Thu, Nov 05, 2020

The Galmont has the perfect present solution this holiday season with its vouchers making the ideal Christmas gift for those difficult-to-buy-for members of the family or circle of friends.

Fantasy Football round eight preview

Wed, Nov 04, 2020

Round seven concluded at Elland Road on Monday night when Leicester gave league new boys Leeds, a reality check with a 4-1 thumping. The game summed up another game week packed with goals.

MartAid 2020: Farm safety and technology to the fore of new charity drive.

Wed, Nov 04, 2020

With Marts unable to operate as normal this year, technology is helping farmers to run their businesses while saving both time and money. MartEye was founded at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic to help Marts and farmers buy and sell livestock online. Since launching only 6 months ago, Portershed based MartEye has grown at a phenomenal rate and is used in 40 marts across Ireland and the UK.

City opens online Book of Condolence in memory of Martin and Tom Oliver

Wed, Nov 04, 2020

An online Book of Condolence in memory of Martin and Tom Oliver who both passed away this week, has been opened on the Galway City Council website at https://www.galwaycity.ie/askgcc/index.php/512736?newtest=Y&lang=en

Students’ Union Kilometre Challenge starts today

Mon, Nov 02, 2020

NUI Galway Students’ Union (SU) today began its Kilometre Challenge which is the first of six charity challenges to raise funds for three Galway charities.

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