Football is being spoiled by time-wasting – what can be done ahead of the World Cup? In the Premier League, the proportion of a match where the ball is in play is at a near-record low.

Football is being spoiled by time‑wasting – what can be done ahead of the World Cup?

Education Pathways Ireland is a scholarship programme enabling refugees currently residing in Uganda with an existing university degree to pursue graduate studies in Ireland, and is supported by UNHCR and Nasc, the Migrant and Refugee Rights Centre.

Civil engineer from war-torn country first to graduate under UCC refugee programme. YouTube video by UCCIreland

Kanku Biselele from the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) yesterday become the first student on the Education Pathways Ireland programme for refugees to graduate from UCC.

Kanku, a civil engineer, received a Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Energy.

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University College Cork welcomes UK Prime Minister | University College Cork Learn, Study and Research in UCC, Ireland's first 5 star university. Our tradition of independent thinking will prepare you for the world and the workplace in a vibrant, modern, green campus.

UCC today welcomed a delegation led by An Taoiseach Micheál Martin and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for an official visit that included a tour of one of UCC’s research flagships, Tyndall National Institute.

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Glasgow fire: how treasured buildings influence our sense of belonging and connection Losing a building that is part of the fabric and history of a place extends beyond economic effects to something more emotional.

Glasgow fire: how treasured buildings influence our sense of belonging and connection

Dr @sarahkerr.bsky.social writes @theconversation.com.

A guide to Medieval Gaelic's witty advice, sayings and guidance Medieval Gaelic writers provided advice and guidance on topics like wealth, love and drink in the form of witty dánfhocail

A guide to Medieval Gaelic's witty advice, sayings and guidance. Aidan Doyle & Ken Ó Donnchú @ucc.ie @corkup.bsky.social on the witty dánfhocail containing advice and guidance on topics like wealth, love and drink www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

What are our streets trying to tell us? Researchers at University College Cork are revealing a new approach to understanding the environmental impact of cities.

Innovative new methods for measuring and mapping air quality data have shown that one-size-fits-all plans to address pollution are not the answer – and that hyperlocal solutions right down to street level can pave the way to more sustainable and just cities.

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Cover of the Research Ireland Strategy, showing an aerial photograph of Ireland, with the Research Ireland and Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science logos; and the text: Curiosity, Capability, Competitiveness - Charting Ireland's Research and Innovation Future

Research Ireland's new Strategy: Curiosity, Capability, Competitiveness – Charting Ireland’s Research and Innovation Future, aims to build a research and innovation system that delivers prosperity for the people of Ireland. Read the full Strategy: www.researchireland.ie/strategy/

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America250: The Original Declaration of Independence

Professor Steve Sarson, American Civilization at Université Jean Moulin, will join us for a special guest lecture exploring the origins, arguments, and enduring influence of the Declaration.

All welcome today at 5pm: bit.ly/A250SS

What is the future for the SDGs? In 2015, world leaders gathered at the United Nations and agreed on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Now, with the 2030 deadline just five years away, what is the future for the SDG's?

In 2015, world leaders agreed on an ambitious blueprint for the future: the Sustainable Development Goals.

They promised to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. But with the 2030 deadline just five years away, what is the future for SDGs?

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Birdsong star Seán Ronayne among those honoured at UCC Alumni Awards | University College Cork Learn, Study and Research in UCC, Ireland's first 5 star university. Our tradition of independent thinking will prepare you for the world and the workplace in a vibrant, modern, green campus.

Ornithologist and wildlife sound-recordist Seán Ronayne was among those honoured at the University College Cork (UCC) Alumni Achievement Awards recently.

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Prof. Hannah Daly on a beach, with a rock wall in the background.

How has education reacted?

“The curriculum on sustainability has changed massively in recent years. While it was once common in classrooms to debate whether greenhouse gases contributed to global warming, the conversation has now shifted to how students can take meaningful action," @hannahdaly.ie

Green Careers on the Rise The global demand for green skills is currently exceeding supply, with projections showing that by 2050, green jobs will outnumber qualified workers two to one.

As the world races to meet climate goals and transition to a low-carbon economy, the demand for workers with “green skills” is soaring. Projections show that by 2050, green jobs will outnumber qualified workers two to one. But despite this demand, supply is lagging.

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Your guide to the US midterm elections The 2026 midterms will be deeply consequential both within the US and abroad - especially with regard to jobs and the economy in Ireland

The 2026 US midterm elections won’t just shape America’s future, they could have serious consequences for Ireland too.

From trade to jobs, Dr Clodagh Harrington explains why the elections matter.

Irish rugby player Edwin Edogbo, in his Ireland kit, is standing on the sideline of the Aviva stadium with three women.

An incredible moment for UCC Applied Economics student Edwin Edogbo who made his Ireland debut in the Six Nations clash with Italy. Edwin, a Quercus Sports Scholar, is pictured here with family members and Michele Power, Manager of the @quercusucc.bsky.social Talented Students' Programme.

Welcome to The Arch

Learn more in The Arch, our digital magazine which showcases our research impact:

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A group of people analysing findings displayed on an array of screens

At University College Cork, our community of marine researchers are leading the way. From the shoreline to the deep sea, from genetics to renewable energy, they are uncovering the secrets of our ocean and finding sustainable new solutions to protect it.

Women examining a living seawall in Cobh

Ireland is an ocean nation. Our past, present and future are tied to the sea. But as the ocean changes - warming, acidifying, and facing growing pressures from industry and pollution - so too must our understanding of it.

Wuthering Heights: The enduring appeal of Emily Bronte's novel, and why Heathcliff may have been Irish As the latest film hits cinemas, Irish experts tell us about the ongoing fascination with Emily Bronte's tale, and how it has inspired takes by the likes of Kate Bush, Laurence Olivier, and Cliff Rich...

Wuthering Heights: The enduring appeal of Emily Bronte's novel, and why Heathcliff may have been Irish

Dr Mary O’Connell says it’s more than a love story but a fierce exploration of trauma, cruelty and revenge — and that’s what gives it its lasting power.

Cortisol – truths and myths surrounding the “stress hormone” Professor Samantha Dockray at the School of Applied Psychology at UCC and Dr Brendan O’Shea, Kildare based GP.

Cortisol is everywhere online right now, but how much of the conversation is actually true?

Prof. Samantha Dockray joins @mcculld.bsky.social to separate fact from fiction about stress and cortisol.

My unsung hero of science: Frank Malina – fearless rocket engineer, groundbreaking artist and communist ‘traitor’ The first in a new series dedicated to little-known but highly influential scientists.

A fearless rocket engineer, groundbreaking artist and communist ‘traitor’

Dr @stephenroddy.bsky.social shares the life and legacy of Frank Malina in a new series dedicated to unsung heroes of science on @theconversation.com.

Cork University Business School joins top 1% of global business schools | University College Cork Learn, Study and Research in UCC, Ireland's first 5 star university. Our tradition of independent thinking will prepare you for the world and the workplace in a vibrant, modern, green campus.

Cork University Business School joins top 1% of global business schools

EQUIS accreditation recognises academic excellence alongside engagement with industry, internationalisation and research quality.

What's behind the 'feral & unhinged' reaction to Heated Rivalry? The lack of mainstream interest in popular romance explains why many were clearly surprised by the huge success of Heated Rivalry

What's behind the 'feral and unhinged' reaction to Heated Rivalry?

The lack of mainstream interest in popular romance explains why many were clearly surprised its success, Dr Clíona Ó Gallchoir @clionaog.bsky.social writes.

An ill wind: How Storm Éowyn uncovered ancient Irish burial sites after 1,300 years Storm-damaged trees at Lemanaghan bog expose early medieval burials, shedding new light on St Manchán’s monastery

Uncovering ancient Irish burial sites after 1,300 years

Dr Griffin Murray, UCC Archaeology, spoke to @clodaghfinn.bsky.social about the significance of remarkable archaeological discoveries.

Food Heritage in Action: Turning Tradition into Sustainable Enterprise | University College Cork Learn, Study and Research in UCC, Ireland's first 5 star university. Our tradition of independent thinking will prepare you for the world and the workplace in a vibrant, modern, green campus.

Renowned chef, author & archaeologist Dr Bill Schindler is partnering with UCC to deliver a new 10 week online pilot course, Food Heritage in Action.
Explore how traditional & indigenous foodways can inform sustainable and ethical food enterprise in contemporary contexts: www.ucc.ie/en/ace/food-...

How Ireland Voted 2024 The New Normal? Book © 2025

In 2024, governments across world fell as far-right parties surged. Why did Ireland buck the trend?

Prof. @theresareidy.bsky.social, co-editor of 'How Ireland Voted 2024', discusses the new publication in conversation with @mcculld.bsky.social

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Venezuela, Greenland... could Ireland be next? Trump is bringing us back to the future with his unbridled mercantilist and colonial expansion plans. Ireland is vulnerable, writes Vittorio Bufacchi

Venezuela, Greenland...could Ireland be next?

What we are witnessing today is very similar to what European nations were doing for centuries before the 19th century, Professor Vittorio Buffachi @vittorio66.bsky.social writes.

Broadcast to Podcast Conference 2026 A conference celebrating 100 Years of Irish Radio 1926 - 2026. 2RN was launched on January 1st 1926 and is today RTE Radio. This Conference looks at the past, present and future of radio broadcasting...

Exploring the legacy, culture and future of radio in Ireland

Join leading voices in Irish radio at a landmark conference at UCC next week. Final tickets now available. @cnam-ie.bsky.social @rte.ie

How digital banking is not having benefits for Irish households New research has found that digital banking technology is not improving the financial well-being of the squeezed middle in Ireland

Most read on #RTEBrainstorm: how digital banking technology is not improving the financial well-being of households in Ireland. Analysis by Marie Ryan @ucc.ie www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

The invisible carbon in Ireland’s waters Dissolved organic carbon may be one of the most underestimated pressures on Irish waters. About 20% of our land area is covered by peat and peaty soils, which are among the most carbon-rich ecosystems...

The invisible carbon in Ireland’s waters

It’s no longer enough to ask how much carbon we emit into the air. We must also ask how much we are losing into our waters, silently and invisibly, Dr Michelle McKeown writes.