Blue skies might not be far away. Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow rain warning for three counties, ahead of what’s promised to be a brighter, drier, and warmer weekend. The yellow warning will be in effect across Cork, Kerry and Waterford from 9pm tonight (Thursday) until tomorrow morning (Friday). Met Éireann has warned […]

2 months ago

€100,000 in grant funding is available this year to support programmes focused on the theme of Inclusion and Wellbeing for Future Work Readiness. The Coca-Cola Thank You Fund is back for 2026, supporting youth and local community organisations across the island of Ireland once again as applications officially open. This year’s launch comes as the […]

2 months ago

Coffee cups and cigarette butts remain a major litter issue nationwide. Ireland tidiest and most littered towns have been revealed. A new survey on littering by Irish Business Against Litter (IBAL) for 2026 has been released, with Sligo retaining their title of Ireland’s cleanest town. The town was praised by An Taisce, which conducts the […]

2 months ago

The dark days are only temporary. After a stunning taste of summer last week, the drop in temperatures and darkening skies seem to have taken over, but fear not, the good weather is not gone forever. While the country is set for some rainy conditions this week, the sunny spells are forecast to make a […]

3 months ago

The Meath singer shared her excitement on Instagram. Olivia Rodrigo sang a CMAT track in her BBC Live Lounge performance. The 23-year-old Grammy winner was performing in BBC Radio 1’s iconic Live Lounge this morning, where she sang her version of When A Good Man Cries from CMAT’s award-winning album, EURO-COUNTRY. CMAT shared her excited […]

3 months ago

The bank holiday weekend live music scene is anything but lacking. Here we are, at another bank holiday weekend, and what feels like the beginning of the outdoor gig season. From a trio of top gigs in St Anne’s Park, to a plethora of festivals marking the official start of summer, we’ve got all the […]

3 months ago

There were rumours circulating over his appearance on the reality show. Galway footballer Séan Fitzgerald has been confirmed for this summer’s Love Island line-up. Fitzgerald, a 25-year-old primary school teacher from Barna, stepped away from Galway’s football panel last week, sparking rumours he would appear on the popular reality show. View this post on Instagram A […]

3 months ago

Christophe Murphy will head Europe’s most-visited tourist destination. A Cork man has been appointed as president of Disneyland Paris. After more than 35-years experience with Disney, Bishopstown native Christophe Murphy will head the every-growing attraction, which is now Europe’s leading tourist destination. He will begin his role on July 6, taking the reins at a […]

3 months ago

Brighter days ahead (literally) Ireland is set for a very welcome change in weather over the next few days. After weeks of dull, damp and cold spells, temperatures look like they will start to rise towards the end of this week, with Saturday seeing sunny spells and highs of 20 degrees. Over today and tomorrow, […]

3 months ago

The number is split between the arrivals halls and departure gates. Cork and Dublin airports are expecting over 525,000 passengers across the bank holiday weekend. Split between both arrivals and departures, Dublin Airport is expecting around 465,000 people to pass through this weekend, and Cork 61,500. Today, Friday, May 1, is set to be the […]

4 months ago

This follows the introduction of a bill by Senator Patricia Stephenson. A free travel scheme for domestic violence victims and their dependents will be put in place from next Tuesday, May 5. The support will be offered via community welfare services such as women’s refuges, and the payments will not be means-tested however, will be […]

4 months ago

Temperatures are set to rise over the coming days. Umbrellas and winter coats may finally see the back of the wardrobe as Met Éireann has forecast temperatures to rise over the coming days. Although today is cool with a bit of a breeze, things are looking up. So from conditions to expect and where to […]

4 months ago

The service comes as part of a ten-year contract with Bristow Ireland. Waterford Airport has launched a new aviation service as part of a ten-year contract between the Department of Transport and aviation company Bristow Ireland. The service will expand its fleet to meet the country’s emergency response needs and is being deployed at bases […]

4 months ago

Last year, the Olympic champion announced plans to retire after a final homecoming fight. Katie Taylor’s promoters are set to hold talks at Croke Park this Friday. The 39-year-old Olympic and world champion confirmed her intention to retire after a final homecoming fight in Dublin, due to take place this summer. The Wicklow woman said […]

4 months ago

This is going to rock some boats… The worst place in Ireland to raise a family has been revealed. A new report by Quote Devil considered distance to work, property affordability, and security, as well as schooling, outdoor spaces, and availability of community facilities when creating the list. With Ireland having the highest rate of […]

5 months ago

It is set to come into effect over the next few months.⁠ An Garda Síochána are set to deploy drones for day-to-day policing after the creation of a new drone unit. Over the next few months, drones will become part of day-to-day work for Gardaí. This follows the creation of the new Garda Drone Unit. […]

5 months ago

They must ‘explain their actions’ to the children. Motorists caught speeding outside schools in Northern Ireland may face ‘Kids Court’. Those found to be driving over the speed limit in school zones can choose between facing the children and explaining their actions, or accepting penalty points and a fine. The aim of the initiative is […]

5 months ago

Evictions are expected to hit record levels again this year. Evictions are expected to rise as landlords make up nearly half of the housing market for sale, new data suggests. The latest data from Irish Independent/REA Average House Price Index has revealed that the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) received 5,207 termination notices in the Q4 […]

5 months ago

The temperatures are set to plummet once again. Met Éireann has warned of the possibility of snow in their national forecast for the coming week. Being dubbed bad news for rising heating bills, the National Meteorological Service has forecasted temperatures to plummet as the week begins. Today, Sunday, March 22, saw a cloudy start with […]

5 months ago

With several viral US food chains opening their doors, it seems Ireland’s gone stateside for supper It feels like each week now we find ourselves hearing of another viral food chain opening somewhere in the country. From Wingstop to Taco Bell, Dublin to Cork – it’s no longer a question of if these chains will […]

5 months ago

A new study has shown that Ireland ranks third in the world for long commutes. Irish commuters spend over nine days a year travelling to and from work, a study has found. New research from Autotrader has shown that Ireland ranks third in the world for long commutes, with people spending an average of 9 […]

5 months ago

The spring isn’t setting in just yet. Met Éireann has warned that snow may fall across the country as temperatures are set to hit zero degrees. Met Éireann has said that areas of higher ground in the northwest could be subject to snowfall this Thursday evening and Friday. Furthermore, Alan O’Reilly from Carlow Weather also […]

6 months ago

The spring isn’t setting in just yet. Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow weather warning as temperatures are set to hit zero degrees. A yellow wind warning has been issued for Donegal, Galway and Mayo from 6pm this evening, until 5am tomorrow, Wednesday morning. Strong gusts are expected, particularly in coastal areas. This week […]

6 months ago

Mother’s Day is fast approaching and if you haven’t got anything booked, we’re here to help. Though we hardly need an occasion to celebrate our lovely Mammy’s, Mother’s Day is still an excuse to show them how much they mean to us. So whether you’re looking for a fancy meal, fun event, or a couple […]

6 months ago

The revelation comes following a new report published by the Catholic bishops. Ireland ranks among western Europe’s most religious countries, a new survey has found. The Republic of Ireland was found to have just 32 percent of adults reporting they had no religion, equal to Austria. Italy and Portugal were the only western countries with lower rates. […]

6 months ago

And so it continues… Met Éireann has warned the public of further unsettled weather conditions as temperatures are set to fall to -2C. A cold spell is set to hit the country on Friday night when temperatures are expected to plunge below 0C. That’s not all, further unsettled conditions, such as wind, rain, and hail, […]

6 months ago

She is the first Irish woman to receive the award. Jessie Buckley has won Best Actress at the 2026 BAFTA awards. Recognised for her stellar performance in Hamnet, she is the first Irish woman to receive the award. Fellow Irish actor Cillian Murphy presented the Kerry woman with the award, and she commented: “This is […]

6 months ago

Let the ticket war commence. Foo Fighters will be playing a last minute secret gig in Ireland tomorrow. That’s right, the American rock band will light up The Academy in Dublin tomorrow night, with tickets going onsale at 12pm today. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Academy (@academydublin) The 850 capacity […]

6 months ago

The pledge has been added for children making their confirmation from this year onwards. An updated Confirmation pledge will include ‘no vaping’ before the age of 18. The Confirmation Pledge, which already exists for drinking alcohol, smoking and taking drugs, has been reworded to include a promise not to vape before the age of 18. […]

6 months ago

It’s known as the Hemlock Water Dropwort or ‘Dead Man’s fingers’. Beach goes have been warned as a deadly plant has turned up on Irish beaches. The Hemlock Water Dropwort or ‘Dead Man’s fingers’ has been spotted on a beach in County Meath. The poisonous plant was spotted by locals, washed up on Bettystown and […]

6 months ago

Prime Video confirmed the screen adaption yesterday. The Summer I Turned Pretty producers are set to adapt a Cork author’s book series. Chloe Walsh’s popular Boys of Tommen novels are headed to our screens with Prime Video confirming the TV adaption yesterday. Producers behind TV favourites like The Summer I Turned Pretty, One Day and Twilight will bring […]

7 months ago

Forgotten to book a date spot? We have you covered. There’s no doubt that forgetting to make a reservation for Valentine’s Day is quite the faux pas. If you’re one of the poor unfortunate souls who didn’t remember to book anywhere to woo your significant other this February 14th, all hope is not lost. In […]

7 months ago

She is the wife of the late Charlie Kirk. Erika Kirk is set to bring the Turning Point USA tour to Ireland. The wife of the late Charlie Kirk is reportedly looking to recruit Irish Christians for the right-wing group which was founded by her husband. Charlie Kirk, who was renowned for his controversial politics, […]

7 months ago

Culture minister, Patrick O’Donovan, called the scheme the ‘first of its kind’. The basic income scheme for the arts has become permanent in Ireland. The initiative will provide a weekly payment of €325 to 2,000 eligible artists over a cycle of three years. At the launch of the scheme, Culture minister, Patrick O’Donovan, called the […]

7 months ago

Three Irish restaurants were among the recipients. The Michelin Star winners for 2026 were revealed at a ceremony in Dublin last night. The most prestigious night in food took place at the Dublin Convention Centre last night, highlighting the best food and drink on offer across Great Britain and Ireland. It was the first time […]

7 months ago

Seamus Culleton has lived in the US for over 20 years. A Kilkenny man with a US work permit has been held illegally by ICE for over 5 months. Seamus Culleton, who is married to a US citizen and owns a plastering business in Boston, was arrested last September after being pulled over by ICE […]

7 months ago

It is the fifth medical evacuation from Gaza to Ireland. A group of seven Palestinian children have arrived in Ireland for ‘urgent’ medical treatment. They will undergo medical assessments by teams from Children’s Health Ireland before undergoing treatment, some of which is life-saving. The children, who have been described as ‘very sick’, are being housed […]

7 months ago

A snowy Valentine’s could be on the cards… Weather experts have warned that snow could be on its way as a bitterly cold Arctic blast is expected to affect Ireland. Temperatures could reach below 0 degrees in some areas over the coming days, right into Valentine’s weekend. Some forecasts even suggest snow could fall in […]

7 months ago

The short-film will centre around GAA players. An Irish-language sports romance inspired by Heated Rivalry is set to air on TG4. The new Irish-language short film, entitled Ár gCluiche Féin (Our Own Game), will centre around a pair of GAA players struggling with their romantic feelings for one another. View this post on Instagram A […]

7 months ago

And no, it’s not the entire island… The least sunny location in Ireland has been revealed, and no, it’s not the whole country in general. While Ireland is famous for its stunning coast and historical landmarks, it’s also renowned for its dull, dreary, damp weather. But this town in County Mayo apparantly takes the cake. […]

7 months ago

BREAKING. One person has died and several others have been seriously injured after a bus crash in Dublin city centre A Bus Éireann vehicle crashed on the pedestrianised North Earl Street. The crash happened on the junction of Talbot Street and Marlborough Street. Ambulances and Dublin Fire Brigade units are at the scene. RTÉ News report […]

7 months ago

Those in the southeast are being urged to remain vigilent. Status Yellow and Orange rain warnings have been issued for several counties. Dublin, Waterford, and Wicklow are set for the worst conditions as Met Éireann has issued them an orange rain warning. The warning is in place since 9am in Waterford for 24 hours, while […]

7 months ago

The revelation comes after new figures were released from the Central Statistics Office (CSO). Dublin and Limerick have been ranked as the highest disposable income locations in Ireland. This revelation comes after new figures were released from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) regarding the average disposable income per person in 2024. Disposable income is measured […]

7 months ago

Mark Hehir was working when he chased down a thief who had robbed a passenger on his bus. An Irish bus driver in London who was sacked for chasing down a thief has been branded a ‘hero’. Limerick man Mark Hehir was working as a bus driver in London when he chased down a thief […]

7 months ago

The already high water levels are expected to rise further today and tomorrow. Fears of further flooding are growing in the southeast as two counties have been issued Status Orange rain warnings by Met Éireann. Status Orange rain warnings have been issued for just Wicklow and Waterford so far, while Met Éireann added that ‘spells […]

7 months ago

The island off Ireland once hosted the world’s largest prison, holding over 2,300 inmates. Ireland has opened its once-notorious prison island to the public. Spike Island, just stone’s throw away from Cobh in County Cork, has a very dark past having once been home to the world’s ‘largest known prison’, being dubbed the Irish Alcatraz. […]

7 months ago

Minister O’Neill said ‘now is the time for the plan and the preparation’. A referendum of Irish unity should be held by Northern Ireland by 2030, the country’s first minister has said. Appearing on the Sunday Morning With Trevor Phillips show this morning, Michelle O’Neill said it was an opportunity for the Northern Irish people to […]

7 months ago

Here’s everything you need to know about the latest weather warning. In the same week as Storm Chandra battered Ireland, Met Éireann have issued another Status Yellow rain warning. Valid for the entirety of Thursday (29 January), the alert applies to Carlow, Kilkenny, Waterford, Wexford and Wicklow. It reads: “Further heavy rain and showers falling […]

7 months ago

In case you decided to keep the dry January going beyond the 31st… When making plans with your pals, it can be very easy to all gather at the local and sit in your usual snug, but if your goal for 2026 is to try new things, in a more sober state, we’ve got you […]

7 months ago

Jaysus we’re sweatin’… January can feel long and grey, and although we’re nearly there, the 31st still seems like an age away. However, there’s no better way to shake off the winter slump than a proper sweat. From sea-side sauna huts to luxe woodland retreats, Ireland’s sauna scene is hotter than ever.Here are the top […]

7 months ago