Lady Gaga always goes high-glam – even when she’s in a studio recording new tracks.  And in her latest Insta posts she can be seen sporting an embellished headband designed by none other than our own Joanne Hynes.  Joanne is a prolific fashion designer who has collaborated with the likes of Topshop and Dunnes Stores – […]

9 years ago

A sign in the window of a chemist in Kildare has become a viral sensation around the country. Berney’s Chemist in Kilcullen, Co.Kildare hung this hilarious sign on the door of the shop, advising locals that the shop was shut for the day due to bad weather on Monday with Hurricane Ophelia. The chemist posted […]

9 years ago

Christmas may be 67 days away, but The Late Late Toy Show is already on peoples’ minds.  Penneys have teamed up with RTÉ The Late Late Show for the third year to bring out a range of products that will help raise funds for Temple Street and Crumlin’s Children’s Hospital.  Your Christmas pyjamas are sorted […]

9 years ago

While we normally associate island-buying with winning the lotto, you can now buy two entire islands off the coast of Cork for less than the price of many houses.  Carbery and Cold Islands are located on the site of Dunmanus Bay in the west of Cork and are on sale for €550,000. The secluded islands offer 34 […]

9 years ago

If you, like myself, are always cold – this heated throw is going on sale in Aldi this Sunday, October 22. The ‘Easy Home Heated Throw’ is a micro-fleece heated blanket that has a detachable controller with 9 heat settings and a 12-hour timer setting. It is machine washable (without the controller) and it will only set […]

9 years ago

If you’re getting tired of Pumpkin Spice Lattes, maybe these Vampire Frappuccinos might tickle your fancy. Starbucks announced that they are bringing ‘Mr and Mrs Vampire Frappuccinos’ to some of their stores across the UK and Europe. And the coffee chain have just confirmed that they will be available in all Irish stores too from next […]

9 years ago

While Hurricane Ophelia was causing havoc across Ireland, one woman gave birth to her baby girl right in the midst of it all. Sonya Burke spoke on Cork radio station 96FM about delivering her baby, Maria, at home in Crosshaven, Co. Cork. The woman said that her house on Camden Road is pretty high up […]

9 years ago

Your daily dose of bizarre comes courtesy of Louis Walsh today, as it’s been announced he is narrating a Christmas… for dogs.  No, not about dogs. For dogs.  Yep, the music manager turned X-Factor judge is the narrator of ‘Merry Woofmas’, a Christmas movie which is aimed at dogs to help improve their mood.  You […]

9 years ago

The popular messaging app is set to launch a new feature that will allow you to share your ‘live location’ with friends. Whatsapp announced yesterday that you will soon be able to share your current location which has been a popular feature on parent company, Facebook since it launched in May this year. ‘Live Location’ […]

9 years ago

‘Tis the season to intentionally scare the living daylights out of yerselves by watching terrifying movies.  There’s a rake of good horrors to choose from at this time of year, on TV, in the cinema and on Netflix, but Ireland has decided on its all time fave.  A survey carried out by Fanta has revealed […]

9 years ago

Do we love wine enough to plan an entire holiday around it? Absolutely.  If you’re a big wine lover, this European city has been named the best destination for wine by The Lonely Planet experts.  In their new publication,’The Cities Book‘ they reveal the top destinations for food, drink, museums and the likes.  It seems […]

9 years ago

If you’re frantically looking for an original Halloween costume for next weekend, you might want to check this list to determine what to avoid.  Drinks brand, Fanta, carried out a survey and the winner of the most popular Halloween costume was none other than Donald Trump, so expect a lot of orange faces by the […]

9 years ago

Be careful answering the phone to unknown numbers, as there are reports of a new scam doing the rounds.  People are getting calls starting with +231 prefix from Liberia around Ireland and they missed calls are believed to be part of a scam. The Irish Examiner said the calls are part of a ‘Premium CallBack’ […]

9 years ago

It appears that Storm Ophelia may have swept lethal jellyfish into the Irish coastline. Zoologist, Dr. Tom Doyle of NUI Galway has warned the public of the possibility of the very dangerous Portuguese man o’ war that could be on our beaches following the hurricane. The jellyfish appeared on our shores last year and have […]

9 years ago

The Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards for 2017 have been announced, and Irish hotels have proven to be very popular. Over 300,000 travellers submitted ratings to the annual survey to crown the winners of the prestigious titles. Ballyfin Hotel in Co. Laois was not only voted the best hotel in Ireland, but it ranked […]

9 years ago

We’re a nation that is very vocal when it comes to voicing our opinions, particularly when we don’t actually have to confront anyone face to face. And this cross letter to the editor of a newspaper in 1995 has surfaced again after a Reddit user, EagleScout89 posted the newspaper clipping on the Ireland subreddit page. The […]

9 years ago

The devastation that has ensued since Hurricane Ophelia hit Ireland has a lot of the nation down, but maybe this little act of kindness will brighten up your day. Meteorologist, Joanna Donnelly, took to Twitter to share this very sweet letter from a young fan who thanked her for the hurricane warning – and also […]

9 years ago

It’s here… We now know who Ireland will play against for a chance to qualify for the 2018 World Cup.  We knew that it would either be Denmark, Croatia, Italy or Switzerland – and the nation has been in standstill waiting to see if we have a decent chance. It’s just been announced that our […]

9 years ago

If you’re a fan of a ‘cheeky‘ Nando’s and already love their Beanie Burger, you’ll be delighted to hear that the restaurant chain are adding two new veggie dishes to their menu. Nando’s is popular for its Portuguese style chicken dishes and peri-peri marinades, but if you’re a vegetarian or looking for something different to […]

9 years ago

While we all enjoy the occasional glass of wine (sometimes an occasional bottle, eh?), the calories are a lot higher than you would like to think. Let’s be honest, we never really have just one glass and it’s a habit that is bound to make the pounds start creeping on. According to Drink Aware there is […]

9 years ago

Just as the country is coming to terms with Hurricane Ophelia and the devastation that has followed, it appears that another storm is set to hit the country this weekend. It’s reported that Storm Brian will pass through Ireland later this week, bringing strong winds and rain nationwide. A Met Éireann spokesperson, John Eagleton, told The Independent that […]

9 years ago

As Hurricane Ophelia continues to cause havoc across Ireland today, people have been taking to social media to share what’s happening around them.  Ophelia has hit the south of the country pretty severely and will spread nationwide as the day goes on. Areas such as Cork, Waterford and Kerry have been getting the worst of […]

9 years ago

UPDATE 12:56pm One person has died after a tree fell on a car in West Waterford earlier this morning.  “Waterford Council have confirmed one fatality in an incident Aglish” Co Waterford @damienrte tells #TodaySOR now #Ophelia — Today Sean O’Rourke (@TodaySOR) October 16, 2017 According to RTÉ, the woman who lost her life was in her […]

9 years ago

As Hurricane Ophelia is battering Ireland and the country is going into lock-down, it appears that maybe a lot of us should go back to school. Because the number one trend on Ireland’s Twitter is in fact a misspelling. Yep, we have managed to make #Opheila trend instead of #Ophelia.  The hurricane is going to […]

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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has spoken live on air this morning about the severity of Hurricane Ophelia. The Taoiseach was in a meeting since 9.45am this morning in the Department Of Agriculture with the National Emergency Coordination Group discussing the action in place for the hurricane. The press conference was shown live on RTÉ News moments […]

9 years ago

There are thousands of homes without power this morning, mainly in the south of Ireland, as Hurricane Ophelia is making its way towards Ireland. ESB Networks report that close to 5,000 people are currently without power, with major outages in areas of Cork and Kerry. There are more than 1,600 people without power at Woodford […]

9 years ago

We are a divil sometimes when it comes to giving out about something.  We just aren’t a nation that are afraid to speak our minds. And with that comes the notion that us Irish are always moaning about something (which is kind of true, isn’t it?) There’s always something that we’re not happy with. So here are […]

9 years ago

Niall Horan is one of the most popular lads in Ireland, but how does he do on Tinder?  Looks like we’ll never know, as the Mullingar man has sworn off the dating app.  Speaking to The Irish Times, the singer didn’t beat around the bush when he noted it’s “filthy in there”. When asked if […]

9 years ago

Today, October 13th, is annual ‘No Bra Day’ and women are being encouraged to take a break from their bras to raise awareness about breast cancer. October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month and ‘No Bra Day’ has been taking place across the globe since 2011. Women are getting behind the campaign and spreading the news […]

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Met Éireann has issued a status ‘yellow’ weather warning for Ireland as Hurricane Ophelia is set to arrive in Ireland on Monday. Experts say that the remnants of the hurricane has the potential to have a high-impact effect on parts of the country. They said, “On Monday, an Atlantic storm from the remnants of Hurricane […]

9 years ago

On the market for a property and have some cash to spare?  Well, the world’s most expensive house is now up for sale, if you’re that way inclined.  Villa Les Cèdres is a 187 year old mansion that sits along the coast of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat in the south of France and it is simply stunning. Although […]

9 years ago

A new M20 motorway that will link Cork and Limerick has been given the green light this morning. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar confirmed the exciting news for motorists this morning in a speech to the Cork Chamber of Commerce at Páirc Uí Chaoimh. The M20 will connect Cork and Limerick in one long stretch motorway and […]

9 years ago

Nothing screams Christmas like good old fashioned mince pies. And now Aldi has announced that they are launching their very own boozy alternative – gin flavoured mince pies. The Specially Selected Sloe Gin Mince Tarts arrive on shelves in mid November and are described as, “a very sophisticated alternative to the traditional mince pies” containing mincemeat, […]

9 years ago

A really old charming pub is now on the market if anyone ever fancied owning their own boozer. Roche’s in Donadea, Co. Kildare have been open to the public since the 1800s and over the years has been famously known as ‘The Leaning Pub of Donadea’ due to its slanted floors. The pub is slightly immersed […]

9 years ago

Marks and Spencer is a must-visit on most Christmas shopping hitlists, but if you’re planning on grabbing your Chrimbo groceries there, you’re going to pay a little bit extra this year. The Irish Times reports that the multinational retailer is hiking up prices on the likes of turkeys, mince pies and trifles in their Irish stores. Irish […]

9 years ago

Christmas stock is already popping up all over the place, and rather than fight it, we’re just going to embrace the festivity and use it as an excuse to get some shopping done early.  If you or anyone you know is a bit of a bath fiend, Lush Cosmetics have revealed their Christmas range and […]

9 years ago

It’s almost ‘Friday the 13th’ and there is a lot of superstition around the renowned day. Well, if you’re a fan of horror movies and fancy watching one leading up to the big date, this is without doubt the most gruesome and twisted horror to watch on Netflix. I’m a big Stephen King fan and […]

9 years ago

Irish TV can be a real conversation starter every now and again, and Living With Lucy was the talk of Twitter last night. Lucy Kennedy went to Kerry to spend the weekend living with politician, Michael Healy-Rae, and absolutely everyone was talking about the hilarious comments Michael had about Lucy and her make-up. Every woman can relate […]

9 years ago

The arrival of DisneyLife in Ireland, which is basically a streaming app of hundreds of Disney classics, has been massively anticipated.  And now, we are the second country ever to get access to the online streaming site. DisneyLife is the new family friendly app which allows customers to access not only Disney movies but TV shows […]

9 years ago

Game Of Thrones is one TV show that a lot of people have become addicted to over the years. We really cannot wait to get another fix of it, and although we’ll have to wait almost two years until the next series airs, it seems that filming may be starting up again. Eagle eye fans spotted some […]

9 years ago

It’s National Chocolate Week – the perfect excuse to spend the evening on the couch in a Nutella-induced coma.  But if couch-surfing isn’t your thing, there’s also a great opportunity to get out and about and meet your fellow chocoholics in the flesh in the coming weeks.  ‘The Cork Chocolate Festival & Baking World‘ will take […]

9 years ago

Calling all gin lovers!  This swanky Christmas jumper is the perfect way to show your dedication to your very lifeblood, gin.  We know that Halloween is just around the corner, but it’s never too early to plan ahead for the Christmas period (it’s only 77 days away!). Notonthehighstreet.com sell cute and quirky gifts, and this jumper […]

9 years ago

The average person spends a whopping 30 hours a week watching content, and it looks like we’re only getting pickier about what that content is. According to new research, not only do we spend a pretty alarming amount of time watching, but we also rack up the hours just deciding what to watch.  According to […]

9 years ago

Penneys have been on absolute fire recently, and their latest Disney piece is bound to be the next thing on your list to buy. The popular fashion store is now selling matching Minnie Mouse Mammy and Daughter Pyjamas. And they are adorable. Look at them for yourselves… View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]

9 years ago

Buying a loaf of Barmbrack is a big Irish tradition around the Halloween period, that has been passed down through generations. There’s now a new twist on the traditional Irish bread, in the form of a boozy cocktail that you can make that is known as the ‘Barmbrack Cocktail’. And we really don’t know what to […]

9 years ago

It’s October and the cold weather is well and truly setting in. We can already feel it. With Halloween just around the corner, this European spot is the best place to go if you want to getaway this October Bank Holiday. Where is it? It’s the historical region of Transylvania in central Romania. The area is renowned for […]

9 years ago

If you’re a fan of cream liqueur and want to put an autumn twist to it, you’re going to love this new product from Aldi… Aldi is now selling their very own Pumpkin Spice Irish Cream Liqueur and the best part is it costs just €9.99. So it’s a serious bargain. Everyone went mad when Bailey’s […]

9 years ago

The weekend is here, finally! If you’re not heading out on the town tonight and fancy sitting in, TV3 has the perfect romantic comedy on tonight. So why not grab yourself a bottle of wine and order a filthy takeaway and cuddle up with your significant other-half or get the girls around. Because The Ugly Truth is […]

9 years ago

If you’re a vegetarian or vegan and looking to order something in McDonald’s, it can be a difficult task. Because there isn’t really that much on the menu you can eat.  Well, this is all about to change, because news has spread that McDonald’s is now trialing out the McVegan burger. And we’re really intrigued. […]

9 years ago

If you have Netflix, (eh, who doesn’t these days?) news has spread that prices are set to hike from next month. Irish fans of the popular online streaming network will have to pay a little bit extra for the service from November. But it’s actually not up by that much… RTÉ reported that those on the […]

9 years ago