As with any high-profile Irish event, An Garda Síochána are in attendance at Ashford Castle in Co. Mayo for Rory McIlroy’s wedding. But of course they’ve taken some time out from their VIP duties to do a wee bit of Twitter trolling. We wouldn’t expect anything less! Gardaí on duty at Ashford Castle, Cong, Co Mayo […]

9 years ago

The Citizens’ Assembly has voted in favour of changing Ireland’s abortion laws.  A huge majority (87%) voted to recommend that the Eight Amendment should not be retained in full.  A second vote will be held this afternoon asking the Assembly whether they think the Eighth Amendment should be repealed or replaced/amended. If the result of the […]

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A man is fighting for his life following an incident involving a parachute jump at the Cliffs of Moher in Co. Clare this morning.  The incident occurred at approximately 7am this morning when three people attempted to undertake parachute jump from the cliffs, reports Independent.ie.  The Irish Coast Guard, Gardaí, an ambulance and a rapid response […]

9 years ago

Isn’t he lovely? There were rumours floating about that Stevie Wonder would be playing at Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll’s wedding in Mayo this weekend.  So when he was spotted doing a bitta shoppin’ in Galway yesterday, well, that just confirmed it.  McIlroy’s wife-to-be is apparently a huge fan of the music legend.  Keep your eyes […]

9 years ago

Two men have died following a house fire in Co. Sligo early this morning.  Emergency services were alerted to the incident at a house on Market Street at 5am this morning, reports Independent.ie.  The two men were brought to University Hospital Sligo where they were later pronounced dead. The men were aged in their 30s and […]

9 years ago

If you binged as hard as we did then there’s most likely an enormous 13 Reasons Why-shaped hole in your life right now.  As hard as you try, no other Netflix series will ever fill the void.  We spotted this video doing the rounds on Facebook last night and were absolutely splitting our sides laughing.  Major […]

9 years ago

“Everyone who’s ever been young… so that’s everyone ever… knows just what humiliation feels like.” The enduring line from the trailer for Handsome Devil which we reckon will be a massive hit with Irish audiences when it hits cinemas this week.  The film tells the tale of a blossoming friendship between music-loving outsider Ned (Fionn O’Shea) and temperamental […]

9 years ago

There is no shame whatsoever in staying in on Easter Sunday.  Our choice for staying in? Some Netflix and a tasty takeaway… 1. The Choice A Nicholas Sparks movie that’ll be sure to stir a few emotions within you. We’re not crying, you’re crying.  2. London Has Fallen Looking for a thriller? Look no further.  Starring […]

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This colourful map below has revealed the most common surnames in every country in Europe. And Ireland’s one is no surprise. Murphy. Yup, we could’ve guessed it.  Smith is the most common name in England, Garcia in Spain, Silva in Portugal and Martin in France. Quite a random selection.  Artist Jakub Marian also created a […]

9 years ago

St Michael’s Church in Shroid, Co. Longford was broken into, burgled and vandalised overnight.  The break-in was discovered early this morning and it has been reported that the church alter was damaged and that several items, including the tabernacle, were stolen.  “It is extremely upsetting for the parishioners and the clergy here in Longford that […]

9 years ago

The art of tea making is one that must be taken very seriously.  It is no joking matter.  But these lads? They’ve made it into one.  And it’s brilliant. READ NEXT: These Are The Top 10 Most Shazam’d Songs Of All Time

9 years ago

Shazam is arguably one of the handiest inventions of our time.  You hear a catchy song on the radio or our and about, you pull out your phone, press a few buts, and Shazam! There’s the song you’ve been looking for.  It’s a deadly little app, and even better, it’s free.  Ever wondered what the […]

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The Connacht Tribune has reported that an 80-year-old man in Galway dragged a burglar from his home last September.  The man returned home from mass with his wife to discover a burglar attempting to enter their house from the rear via a smashed window.  The elderly man confronted the burglar, dragged him though the house […]

9 years ago

Nothing says summer has arrived like a good cocktail.  And presentation-wise, this could be one of the best we’ve seen in ages.  Hendrick’s is up there with some of our favourite gins of all time.  So we were filled with total excitement when we laid our eyes on this gin, raspberry and elderflower creation. The […]

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Happy Easter, friends! We hope you haven’t descended too far into a chocolate coma just yet.  And if you haven’t — then you should really get out there today and make the most of Easter Sunday with your fam and the gang.  Here’s today’s weather forecast:  It’ll be mostly cloudy this morning with outbreaks of […]

9 years ago

Car manufacturers Audi, BMW and Volkswagen are recalling a variety of models in Ireland over airbag concerns. Audi is recalling 32 vehicles from certain models of the A1, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q5 and Q7 manufactured between 18/07/2016 and 14/10/2016. Volkswagen is also carrying out a voluntary recall of 57 affected models of the […]

9 years ago

Salthill Beach, Galway has to be one of the nicest beaches on our fair island.  So when fitness trainers Becca Gillen and Dee Fitz were planning a bootcamp in Galway for the Easter weekend, they naturally chose Salthill beach as their open-air gym.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Becca Gillen (@beccagillen) […]

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Feast your eyes on Tivanagh Schoolhouse, Co. Roscommon — one of the coolest houses in Ireland.  The schoolhouse was first built in 1902 and was then renovated by the current owners in 2009. The owners plan to spend summer 2017 in Dublin, and so, are inviting you to make Tivanagh your home away from home […]

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The most wonderful time of the year.  Galway Food Festival 2017 kicked off yesterday, and the atmosphere around the city is only buzzing right now.  We told you all a few days ago just how excited we were about the festival… READ: 5 Reasons You MUST Attend Galway Food Festival This Easter Weekend View this post […]

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A teenager remains in serious condition in Connolly Hospital after being stabbed in the early hours of this morning in Batterstown, Co. Meath.  It is believed the man, aged in his late teens, was stabbed at a house in the area at approximately 4am this morning.  He was rushed to hospital.  Gardaí investigating the incident […]

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As far as Irish gins go — Mór is up there with some of our faves.  It’s unlike any other gin we’ve ever tried. The gin itself is bursting with flavour before even adding tonic, garnish or shaking it into a cocktail.  Earthy root botanicals, subtle florals and vivid fruits come together to create a […]

9 years ago

The finale of Orange is the New Black season 4 left us high and feckin’ dry — an explosive cliffhanger that left us in the middle of a chaotic prison riot.  None of us slept that night. And we’ve be anticipating the new season eagerly ever since.  Well, this teaser released today has barely whet […]

9 years ago

It’s that time of the year again.  Galway Food Festival season.  The best time of the year, some might say? Five days of workshops, masterclasses, demos, coffees, dancing, music, cocktails and plenty of food, glorious food.  It all kicks off this Thursday, April 13 and runs until Monday, 17.  The festival was born six years […]

9 years ago

Great news for Bray locals — Just Eat are seriously upping their game locally.  If you’re as deeply in love with Box Burger and Platform Pizza as we are, then you’ll be delighted to learn that you can now get them delivered to your door! No more leaving the house — hurrah! Check out the […]

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Holy mother of God. It’s so beautiful. Is there anything better than a Sunday roast? Heapings of meat, potatoes, delicious varieties of veg – all smothered in gravy.  Well, the lads at Seven Zero One Bar & Base in Liverpool have taken this glorious concept and converted it in a burger. Hell yes.  This beauty consists of […]

9 years ago

It’s Sunday, so therefore it is okay to call it quits in the middle of the day, climb into bed with a cuppa tea and just watch Netflix until you fall asleep and Monday starts.  Here are seven new releases to choose from: 1. Divergent  A futuristic thriller set in a world where people are divided into […]

9 years ago

We love coffee, easter eggs and, of course, chocolate as much as the next fella — our three true weaknesses at this time of year.  And they’re everywhere… endless temptation.  So our hearts skipped a beat when we saw that this Cork café is combining all three to create the drink of our dreams.  Cast […]

9 years ago

‘Duvet Day at the d’…  This hotel package has quite the ring to it, and it sounds like our ideal weekend in a nutshell.  the d hotel in Drogheda is offering customers the perfect weekend away — under a duvet, in your PJs.   The ‘Duvet Day’ package includes a hamper of junk food, a […]

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We’re long-time fans of NastyGal.com here at Lovin. In Ireland you’re pretty much guaranteed no one will have the same threads as you if you’ve purchased ’em off Nasty. Which is always nice.  Anyone who has read best-selling book Girlboss, by founder Sophia Amoruso, will tell you it’s an excellent read based on a phenomenal journey.  […]

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The Voice UK is coming to Ireland, folks, so get warming those vocal chords now.  The popular TV show will hold auditions in Belfast, Donegal and Galway this month for their 2018 season.  Following the cancellation of the Irish version of the show last year, competition will most definitely be tough for a spot on […]

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A male driver in his 20s was killed in a single car collision in Limerick last night.  The incident occurred on the R515 at Doonmoon in Knocklong at 11.40pm and the driver was pronounced dead at the scene.  Three of the car’s passengers were injured in the incident and were transported to University Hospital Limerick. […]

9 years ago

AA Motor Insurance surveyed over 7,000 motorists and have revealed that drivers in the capital are the worst behaved in the country.  Not all the surprising, eh? AA asked drivers which county they thought had the worst drivers based on their own experiences and almost half (!!!) named and shamed Dublin.  Drivers in Donegal were crowned […]

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A woman, believed to have been in her 60s, has died after being struck by a train in Co. Mayo. The tragic incident happened at Knockshambally, near Straide, at around 11:30am yesterday, Saturday. It is believed the woman was struck by the Ballina to Dublin passenger train when she chased her dog onto the tracks […]

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Gardaí in Kildare are appealing for information regarding the whereabouts of 16-year-old Richard Wall. Richard has been missing from Naas since Monday, March 27. He’s described as having black hair, brown eyes, is of slim build and 5’9” in height. He was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, blue jeans and a grey hoodie. […]

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We sincerely, sincerely hope that this is an elaborate April Fool’s Day joke.  Because this latest announcement from HB could honestly ruin our lives.  HB have today announced that the iconic and much-beloved Iceberger is to be discontinued.  Life without Icebergers? Nah, not worth living, thanks.  A HB Ireland spokesperson said, “It’s with regret that we […]

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A 21-year-old man was killed after his car struck a ditch in Co. Cork this morning.  The single vehicle collision occurred on the R577 near Kiskeam before 6am.  Gardaí and emergency services rushed to the scene where the man was tragically pronounced dead a short time later.  The road remains closed for examination.  CORK Boherbue/ Castleisland […]

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Major gorse fires broke out in Connemara yesterday evening and continued to burn overnight.  The fire erupted in between Casla and Baile na hAbhann near Ros a Mhíl and emergency fire services are reported to have spent over 12 hours battling the blaze.  The final fire engine left the scene before 8am this morning.  According to […]

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We lose an hour’s sleep tonight as the clocks go forward for what is known as ‘British Summer Time’. Spring forward, fall back.  That’s the easiest way to remember which direction to change your clocks in when you need to… So, what do you need to do? At 1am Sunday, March 26 the clocks will go […]

9 years ago

A man in his 50s has died following a house fire in Armagh city. Emergency crews were called to the scene at Culdee Drive at 8.40pm last night, according to BBC News. Five units from the Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service attended the scene. Multiple valiant attempts were made by family members to rescue the man, who […]

9 years ago

Netflix has today released the full trailer for Casting JonBenet, an exploration of the world’s most sensational unsolved child-murder case.  The death of six-year-old American beauty queen JonBenet Ramsey has inspired years of media speculation and public fascination. Over 15 months, the filmmakers traveled to the Ramseys’ Colorado hometown to elicit responses, reflections and even performances from […]

9 years ago

Whoever writes the descriptions on H&M’s clothing is a feckin’ legend.  We spotted this “Blouse with a lace yoke” for sale on the H&M Irish website for €22.99. And unless “yoke” is a fashion term for some kind of design element we’re calling this the funniest thing we’ve seen all day.  Been looking for a lace […]

9 years ago

The perfect Easter gift for the Buckie lover in your life.  The mad folks at d-Bees in Lurgan, Co. Armagh have really outdone themselves this time.  They’ve come out with gifts for Christmas and Valentine’s Day in the past.  But this Easter Egg is out of this world…  The egg is currently reduced from £10.99 to […]

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It was a long ‘oul day.  So we thank God for Netflix.  Fluff your pillow, turn on the hot blankie and get ready to zone out for the day.  1. Greenleaf  Behind the walls of a major Memphis church lies a terrible family secret.  Produced by and starring Oprah Winfrey herself.  7.2/10 on IMDB.com — […]

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It’s International Happiness Day y’all.  Say cheese.  It can be easy to fall into a pessimistic rut, but so hard to climb out.  So incorporating some of these good, positive habits into your life can only be a good thing.  1. Don’t use your computer/phone/tablet in bed C’mon guys, you all know this one.  The majority […]

9 years ago

Tullamor mother Helen Lynch is appealing for help from the public to raise crucial funds to secure a life-saving transplant for her 8-year-old son, Charlie. So far €7,000 of the €10,000 GoFundMe goal has been raised.  Charlie has suffered with billary atresia, a liver condition, since birth and has been in and out of hospitals since then.  Now […]

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Iarnród Éireann has reported that a train which departed Connolly for Sligo at 11:05am this morning has been delayed due to anti-social behaviour on-board.  Customers at intermediate stations may experience delays of up to 40 minutes.  11:05hrs Connolly/Sligo is delayed by 40mins due to anti-social behaviour on-board, expect knock-on delays at intermediate stations. — Iarnród […]

9 years ago

The London-Irish Abortion Rights Campaign took part in London’s official St Patrick’s Day parade today.  “To celebrate the great women of Irish history and mythology, our parade entry, “In Awe of Mná”, presents a colourful exploration of the contributions of women to Irish society. From Ireland’s first abortionist, St. Brigid, to tireless suffragette, Hanna Sheehy-Skeffington, to […]

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Think you’re the definition of a ‘human of the sesh‘?  Well, then you probably need this Buckfast wallet in your life.  Feck Gucci, this wallet will have every head turning your way.  Slick af.  #Competition time ! For your chance to win a #buckfast wallet simply RT & follow to enter . Good luck ????ends […]

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Eight people were safely rescued from an overturned boat off the coast of Sligo this morning.  The alarm was raised at approximately 11.30am today when the boat got into difficulty off Aughris Head at Skreen, Sligo.  The Irish Coast Guard and local RNLI units were involved in the rescue operation. One person is being treated for serious […]

9 years ago

Lonely? Desperate? Looking for love? Well, look no further.  Because for one night, and one night only, The Skeff Bar in Galway are playing cupid and holding ‘First Dates Galway.  Friday two weeks from now, The Skeff will open its doors to 26 singletons.  Guests will be greeted by Maître D’ Jack Dinneen, who will welcome […]

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