We’ve all had a few drinks (and maybe a few more) while on college campus. We might even have went to lectures after those drinks, much to the annoyance of our lecturers, we’re sure! Here is a degree that would change the college drinking game forever. Institute of Technology Carlow recently launched the country’s first […]

9 years ago

Our busy lives make fitting in proper workouts difficult — which is why a new study from McMaster University in Canada is such fantastic news.  Researchers found that exercise bursts as brief as 20 seconds — like sprinting up a few flight of stairs — can have major heart health benefits. Seriously. In a perfect world, […]

10 years ago

We’ve all been the tragic victims of a wardrobe emergency at one point or another.  A strap snaps or a zipper breaks and your heart sinks. Your outfit is ruined and you’ve nothing to change into. Fear not, my fellow fashion loving friends, there are a few things that you can do to salvage a […]

10 years ago

Exercise is crucial for a healthy life, but what if there was something else you could do to boost your health? Something a little bit easier. Scientists have discovered that passive heating, the kind you get from a long soak in a hot bath, is actually as good for you as certain types of exercise. […]

10 years ago

Anyone who’s anyone has been on a night out in Maynooth. Okay well maybe not anyone, but Gaz from Geordie Shore once visited Mantra so, you know, we’re pretty legit.  If you went to the University, currently attend, or know someone who does, you’ve no doubt gone on the tear in Maynooth town, and if […]

10 years ago

If you’re anything like me, then you absolutely LOVE tapas (seriously, read my bio). Ever since watching About Time, that adorable film with Domhnall Gleeson, Rachel McAdams where Domhnall plays a character that can time travel, I’ve wanted to re-enact that scene where the two characters meet at a Dine in the Dark dinner. Romance at its […]

10 years ago

Having a dedicated beauty regime is paramount, but obviously some of those products can be seriously expensive and put a lot of strain on your pocket. So, what if you could achieve the same effect with the stuff that you can find around your house? Some DIY beauty myths throughout the years have been exactly […]

10 years ago

We are always on the look out for gas Halloween costumes, but this one might be the best we have seen in a long time! I thought I was deadly for planning as going as a Card Against Humanity with my friend, but this one definitely tops that. (You can totally steal that idea by the […]

10 years ago

This does not bode well for the weekend…. Met Éireann have issued weather warnings for Cork and Kerry today, and we can expect anything between 25-40mm of rain between Thursday evening and Saturday morning. If you are in West Cork and Kerry, expect the worst of the onslaught, as weather stations in the area have […]

10 years ago

Halloween is one of the best times of the year!  You get to get dressed up, eat lots of sweets without the guilt, and watch some of your favourite Halloween films. So take note, because you are going to want to watch all of these in the next few weeks! Hocus Pocus  An absolute classic! […]

10 years ago

Yesterday we told you how University College Cork was named the Sunday Times University of the Year 2016. They won for the second year in a row, which is the first time that has happened in 15 years! Well now we have the 2017 University League Table, so you can see exactly how your university fared. […]

10 years ago

I am one of those people that is desperately clinging on to mild weather, unwilling to be plunged into the cold and darkness just yet. You know, one of those people who leaves their coat unbuttoned, in stoic defiance of the blistering wind around them? Also known as an idiot. Well maybe our protests have […]

10 years ago

The Waterford Walls 2016 Festival saw the city taken over by 40 artists, who unleashed their amazing skills on the walls across the city. But one piece in particular has caught the world’s attention… This amazing piece found itself on the front page of Reddit over the weekend and we can see why! This particular […]

10 years ago

The UK finally took notice of the GAA not too long ago, and it seems like they just can’t get enough of us. RTÉ2’s Bridget & Eamon made it’s British television debut on Saturday night, and their fan base has been growing ever since. The show premiered with a double episode at 11pm on UK Gold on […]

10 years ago

Stop what you are doing and immediately head to Killarney!  Firstly because Killarney is lovely, and secondly because MICHAEL FASSBENDER IS SINGING KARAOKE THERE! Okay, I’m calm. I told you earlier how Michael was in Kerry to receive a honour for his contributions to acting, and he has gone all out at the afters. He is […]

10 years ago

Lisa Berney from Kildare is competing in the finals of the Australian Women’s National Body Sculpting Competition, which is taking place on Sunday. Lisa claimed first place in all of her classes (Novice Fitness Short, over 30s, Intermediate Open, Overall) at the competition in Queensland last month, so Lisa will definitely be hoping to continue her winning streak! Credit: […]

10 years ago

We have all been there; the desperate pat of the pocket, the frantic searching of your bag, the retracing of your steps – you have lost your phone. Some of us (me included) will never see our beautiful, shiny phones again. We feel naked without them until we make the plunge and buy ourselves a new one. […]

10 years ago

Father Ted has immortilised the song “My Lovely Horse” and no one could ever do it quite like Ted and Dougal. But one band gave it their best shot, and you know it isn’t half bad! Thanks to The Vercettis for sharing this one! READ NEXT: WATCH: This Old Guinness Ad Might Just Be The Most […]

10 years ago

We all know someone who loves a pint, but I doubt we have ever met anyone who loves a pint more than these guys. This old Guinness ad makes for some intense watching, and I love it. They may only speak 4 words (as Gaeilge) but it gets the point across! Read Next: The 11 Most Irish […]

10 years ago

When I was a kid, I always imagined that if I found a message in a bottle, it would be from some pour soul trapped on a desert island. What 8 year old me could have done about that situation, I just don’t know, but it was a dream of mine none the less. One boy thought […]

10 years ago

Paul O’Connell is a legend here in Ireland and abroad, and nobody disputes it. But every now and again he drops us a little reminder that he is the soundest lad out there. When he retired from rugby, a nation collectively wept, and he left the pitch with the full weight of the nation’s respect […]

10 years ago

Following hot on the footsteps of Ryanair, who recently announced a load of new jobs, Aer Lingus will now be doing the same.  They will potentially be creating over 200 cabin crew positions over the next year, for their Dublin base. Suitable candidates must be 18 years or older, and must hold a valid EEA passport. […]

10 years ago

Who doesn’t love Michael Fassbender, seriously?  He’s Irish, he is an amazing actor and just seems like a really sound guy.  The 39 year old was in Kerry over the weekend in order to be inducted into the Order of Innisfallen, to celebrate his achievements in the film industry. He was also joined at the ceremony in Muckross House by […]

10 years ago

Naming a baby is a huge responsibility. Irish names will always be popular here in Ireland because they are beautiful and unique to our Emerald Isle, but we do take inspiration from across the seas as well. So, which names are the most popular? In 2015, Jack and Emily were the nation’s favourites but which names […]

10 years ago

It has been a good few years since we have welcomed Coldplay to the Emerald Isle but it looks like that could be changing very soon…  Hurrah! The band have dropped us a huge hint in their European tour announcement for 2017, by tweeting an image that flashes with the colours of different european countries.  […]

10 years ago

They say property is always an investment – regardless of what kind of property.  We really hope that is true, because some of these properties could definitely do with some tender love and care. But hey – an investment is an investment!  Property is getting more expensive by the day, thanks to the aptly named […]

10 years ago

Lads – you are going to want to snap these up fast!  Ryanair has announced a 20% discount on all its routes between October 11 and January 31. This is perfect for anyone living abroad, hoping to come home for Christmas, or for anyone that wants to take a quick festive break. View this post on Instagram A post […]

10 years ago

A girls night out is not a sprint; it is a marathon, and to make it to the end you need to be prepared beyond measure.  You will no doubt need tissues, spare lippy, plasters, curry chips and a psychology degree to make it out the other side of it.  While each group of friends might have […]

10 years ago

If ever there was a nation capable of creating an excellent cocktail festival, it is Ireland.  The Irish Cocktail Festival will run from October 10-15th, in venues all across the country. You can find participating venues here. Each venue will be creating a signature cocktail, that they hope will nab them the prize of Best Cocktail […]

10 years ago

Thurles man James O’Brien proposed to his girlfriend Eimer O’Leary in the middle of their favourite bar recently and it’s sure to melt even the coldest of hearts. Reardens Bar was packed as usual one Friday night, and while it may seem like a unromantic place to propose to the rest of us, the bar means a lot […]

10 years ago

Netflix – a gift from the television Gods. It is a treasure trove of quality watching. One genre that maybe never gets a look in when you’re endlessly scrolling through Netflix offerings might be documentaries. And I’m here to tell you that you have been missing out!  I have been moved, entertained, shocked, upset and […]

10 years ago

When you think of the best Irish pub, everyone no doubt has their own ideas in their head.  But everyone is probably picturing the same kind of things – a small, warm place in a tiny Irish town, with cheap pints, endless tayto, class toasted sandwiches, a fire burning in the corner and some legend propping […]

10 years ago

TD’s have returned to the Dáil today after their summer recess, some 68 days after they left. That is some holiday. They did have a few more days than usual as the Dáil Chamber was getting a revamp, but still! However, the world is a very different place since they last sat in the Chamber. So what has […]

10 years ago

In this day and age, people constantly claim that love and romance are dead. Well, we can officially tell you that that is not true. In Ballybunion at least. One Imgur user Snug12 uploaded this adorable photo of a sign in the window of a the café The Mixing Bowl, explaining why they weren’t open today. […]

10 years ago

Whether you’re going to work or school, you need a good night’s sleep to keep up with your busy schedule.  So you’re getting to bed earlier and earlier, but find yourself lying awake, restless. These foods could be the reason why. Try avoiding these foods about three hours before sleep, and you might be less wrecked come […]

10 years ago

Travel – it leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller. So I wonder what stories the travellers to the world’s most popular cities have to tell? Bangkok in Thailand is tipped to be the most-visited city in the world in 2016, according to the Mastercard Global Destination Cities Index, with over 21.47 million visitors this […]

10 years ago

If you went to University, you no doubt wrote assignments moments just before the due date. Even if you had weeks to prepare, you became a pro at doing at least five days of work in five hours.  Or if you’re anything like this student, make that five minutes… McKenna Clark went out on the piss the night […]

10 years ago

It wouldn’t be Ireland without a bit of rain, but even we have our limits. Met Éireann has issued a weather warning for Galway, Cork and Kerry this weekend. A Status Yellow rainfall warning is in place from now until noon on Saturday, and we can expected anything from 24-40mm of rain to fall over a 12-hour period. Fun! […]

10 years ago

Ireland… it is a complicated place and many people outside the country just don’t understand the eccentricities and oddities of our great nation. And who can blame them if they’re using Wikipedia to figure us all out? Ever asked a foreign person if they would “shift your mate?” and just been met with blank stares? Well that is […]

10 years ago

This is the sweetest thing we have seen in a long time… and they say romance is dead! Childhood sweethearts James Barry and Orla Gallagher have been together for over 13 years and recently, James decided to make it official. And James definitely doesn’t do things by halves… It all began early Sunday morning when […]

10 years ago

Foil Arms and Hog are back at it again and this might be their funniest video yet.  Do you only attend mass when your Mammy forces you? Same. Do you only pray when you’ve lost your car keys? Yeah, same.  So what kind of protection do you need from the terrible sins you have committed throughout […]

10 years ago

We certainly don’t need to tell you how good Gaelic Football is.  Oddly enough, the sport has largely contained itself to our lovely isle. Perhaps the rest of the world just weren’t ready for it? That is until now… The BBC have finally interviewed long serving BBC Radio 5 Live & Match Of The Day commentator Conor McNamara […]

10 years ago

For some of us, Christmas is made when it is topped with a dusting of snow. Everything looks so beautiful when it’s transformed into a winter wonderland, but unfortunately we haven’t seen snow for a good few years now. So what are the chances we will have a white Christmas this year? Christmas is just […]

10 years ago

During the incredible GAA season this year, there were plenty of opportunities for all photographers, amateur and professional alike, to capture the GAA at the heart of their local communities. Ireland’s Instagram awards, The Huawei Snapys, took place this month, giving Ireland’s top Instagrammers a chance to show off their photography skills.  Guinness sponsored the GAA Category and the standard of […]

10 years ago