Irish Twitter awoke to the news this morning that Independent TD Danny Healy-Rae has blamed the poor road conditions on fairies.  Yes, you read that right. The TD, who is no stranger to saying questionable and controversial things, has said that the disappearance and reappearance of a dip in a Kerry road is due to […]

9 years ago

There was no greater scandal than Nadine Coyle “forgetting” her passport in Popstars. The moment is etched into our brains forever. And she continued to provide us with glorious little nuggets of entertainment over the years.  A video of Nadine on a talk show doing some baking is currently doing the rounds on Twitter, and it’s […]

9 years ago

It may not seem like it, but going to the cinema is still pretty high on everyone’s to-do list. Judging by the latest figures released by RenTrak / ComScore, cinema in Ireland still rakes in a lot of money every year. This year, so far, the top 10 movies have brought in a whopping €28,911,401, according to Entertainment.ie. […]

9 years ago

Ingredients 1/4 cup quinoa 1/2 cup of water 1 carrot 1 wrap Handful of sundried tomatoes 1/2 cup spinach Dairygold Deli Original flavour Eating healthily is something we all want to do, but it’s not always easy. When you get in from work in the evening, the last thing you want to do is start […]

9 years ago

Sometimes when you buy things online, the seller can put a nice touch with your item like a handwritten note, a little freebie or, in some cases, care instructions in your native tongue.  That’s what happened to one person.  Spotted over on Reddit, Reddit user aoifesuz bought a plant online on eBay, and when she received the […]

9 years ago

Two golfers had to be rescued by the Coast Guard on Monday evening after they drove their golf buggy off a cliff. According to the Irish Independent, the pair were in Gold Coast Golf Resort in Dungaran, Waterford when the incident took place.  Rescue Crew 117 were called to the scene, where some of the crew […]

9 years ago

Irish fashion has had its up and its downs over the years, but there’s one piece of traditional clothing that has stood the test of time – apparently. The Aran Jumper. You most probably recognise it from the tourist shop windows around the country, but it’s seemingly made waves around the world. The Aran Jumper […]

9 years ago

Even if you’re not fluent, when you’re abroad, you definitely pretend to speak way more Irish than you do. You throw in an odd “leithreas” here or a “leabhar” there, and people think you’re a linguistic genius. You can say anything you want in Irish, because the majority of the time, people won’t have a […]

9 years ago

A man was shot up to four times last night in an attack in Stamullen, Co. Meath. The Irish Independent reports that Tony Mullen, the victim, was ambushed by a gunman around 7pm. He was shot in the driveway of his house. It’s understood the gun was fired at least seven times, with four of […]

9 years ago

The number of people who are signed onto the Live Register is at its lowest in nine years.  CSO released the figures for July which not only saw a monthly decrease of -1.2%, but also a significant long-term drop. July’s figure of 274,385 meant an annual decrease of -14.0%. The Live Register, which includes those entitled […]

9 years ago

A 22-year-old Irish J1 student is in a serious condition following a water accident yesterday. Newstalk reports that the student, who was in Ocean City, Maryland, got into difficulty in the water with four other students.  The alarm was raised by one of the swimmers around 6.30AM. Rescue swimmers arrived at the scene and helped […]

9 years ago

Approximately 440 refugees have been cleared to travel to Ireland from Greece. RTÉ reports that the refugees, who will arrive later this month, are part of the Irish Refugee Protection Programme. There are still a further 101 people awaiting assessment in Athens. So far, Ireland has taken in 1,244 refugees of the promised 4,000 under […]

9 years ago

The Galway Races are an integral part of the Irish summer calendar. It’s something both the locals and visitors look forward to, and every year it draws a huge crowd. It’s basically a tradition. And now, I think we’ve found the number one fan of the annual Ballybrit festival. Galway Races tweeted this picture, and […]

9 years ago

There is a major search and rescue mission taking place in the Mourne Mountains, Co. Down this afternoon. According to Newstalk, around 40 teenage British army cadets got stranded in the mountains. They had been camping in the mountains when they got into difficulty.  Ambulance and medical staff are at the area and treating some […]

9 years ago

There is a fake Vodafone email doing the rounds in Ireland that can encrypt data on your computer. Newstalk reports that the email carries the Nemucod trojan, which can encrypt the data on your computer and even demand ransom.  The email claims to be from Vodafone, and comes in the form of a bill, asking […]

9 years ago

Love Island came and went, far too quickly for our liking. It may have ended a few weeks ago, but we’re still in mourning about the show that took over our lives. Luckily for us, our favourite Love Island gal Amber Davies will be in Galway next week. View this post on Instagram A post […]

9 years ago

Though we are a small nation, we are mighty. We may be hidden in the corner of Europe, but our reputation goes much further than that.  Or so we thought…  It appears that not everyone is so clear on where Ireland is.  According to the Irish Mirror, travel insurance company GoCompare tested the geographical knowledge […]

9 years ago

Last week we told you about the Gin & Tonic sausages that a Belfast butcher whipped up. Well you know what they say, another week, another bizarre food intervention. This week it’s Vodka & Red Bull sausages. Maguire Meats in Fermanagh are the latest butchers to create an alcohol infused breakfast food, and to be […]

9 years ago

We’re all partial to a Snapchat filter or two, whether your pick is the classic dog ears or maybe a sneaky voice changer. They’re great for adding location tags to your snaps, to rub it in people’s faces when you’re on your holliers. While everywhere in Ireland already has a geofilter on Snapchat, they now […]

9 years ago

It may be 20 years old, but we remember it like it was yesterday. Young Leonardo DiCaprio in one of the greatest, and saddest, love stories of our time is one that still makes us cry every time we see it. Our love for the classic flick Titanic has not waned over the last 20 […]

9 years ago

If there’s one thing we can agree on as a nation, it’s that Mattress Mick is an icon. A pure icon. From his TV ads to his antics on social media, you have to love him. Today, he got some happy news on Twitter when he checked his followers. The most recent addition? Only Marian […]

9 years ago

A swimming ban in Kilkee Beach, Co. Clare has been lifted. The ban was implemented following high levels of bacteria found over the weekend. Following advice from the HSE, the beach was temporarily closed for swimmers. It’s been announced today that the restriction is no longer in place, according to RTÉ. It’s understood that lifeguards are […]

9 years ago

It’s been revealed that over 100 social housing units will be built in Cork city. According to the Irish Examiner, a special City Council meeting took place last night where the issue was discussed and eventually decided on. A total of 109 units will be built across the city and in locations such as White Street, […]

9 years ago

Well this is great news to wake up to. Tech company Global Shares are planning to announce 64 new jobs in Ireland this morning. According to the Irish Examiner, the jobs will mainly be in Clonakilty, Co. Cork. The positions are across the board of the company:  IT, financial, multi-lingual share plan analysts, service desk, trading […]

9 years ago

Let’s get one thing out of the way: we don’t deserve dogs. Even the mere sight of one on your walk home will leave you feeling #blessed. They love to shower us with affection, and us them. But it seems that may not be the best thing for our health. According to the Mirror UK, […]

9 years ago

Love him or hate him, Louis Walsh is an Irish icon. From his work with Boyzone and Westlife to his stints on the X Factor, he’s been heavily involved in Irish music for the last number of years. Though Westlife are no longer together (sob), the lads are doing their own thing, with Shane Filan […]

9 years ago

A chicken fillet roll is, as we all know, one of the greatest Irish treasures around. No matter what time of the day you eat it, it’s gloriously satisfying … provided you get a decent roll, that is. Now there’s not too many variables in your standard chicken fillet roll; butter or mayo, plain or […]

9 years ago

If you think your belongings are safe inside your house, you need to think again. Yesterday the Gardaí took to Twitter to highlight how easy it is for burglars to steal your keys – without even going inside your house. This car below was stolen because the keys were left near the letter-box, providing someone […]

9 years ago

Last night our very own Katie Taylor fought for the first time as a pro in the USA, and as we expected, she smashed it. Fighting on the undercard of Adrian Broner vs Mikey Garcia in Brooklyn, she came out on top in every round of her three-round fight with Texan Jasmine Clarkson. This comes as […]

9 years ago

The sudden burst of sun has us dreaming of ice-cream, sand and sea.  We may not be able to go surfing on white sandy beaches with palm trees, but those sweet Vitamin D rays have us thinking of how amazing Irish beaches are in their own right.  Before the sun disappears from us again (*sobs […]

9 years ago

Pay day may have (sadly) come and gone again for another month, but there’s a little light at the end of the tunnel. If you haven’t manage to spend all your paycheck yet, then take a look at Ryanair’s website, as they’ve announced a special pay day sale. They’re offering flights starting from €14.99, for travel […]

9 years ago

Pride and Prejudice, both the movie and the book, has a special place in many of our heart’s. Mainly for Colin Firth’s portrayal as Mr. Darcy, but also among other reasons (we swear). via GIPHY Jane Austen is a literary classic, and for good reason. This year would be her 200th birthday – hb hun […]

9 years ago

With the weeks counting down until Electric Picnic and its festival-goers take over Stradbally, people are on the look-out for any new additions to the already stellar line-up. Headliners such as Duran and Duran and The XX are highly anticipated, but the latest addition to the line-up could be our favourite… Facebook page Humans of The […]

9 years ago

Electricity bills in Irish households will increase by approximately €20 from this coming October.  The Commission for Energy Regulation has announced the Public Service Obligation Levy – that’s charged to all electricity customers, no matter the provider – is going up over 30%, according to the Irish Examiner. It’s thought the money gained from this […]

9 years ago

Cathal Mac Coille, known to almost everyone as the voice behind Morning Ireland on RTÉ Radio 1, has retired. He broadcasted his last show yesterday morning, after almost 20 years on the air. Tributes have been pouring in for the presenter since the news was announced, and his coworkers gave him a present to remember […]

9 years ago

Iconic and a favourite among festival goers,  Granny’s House, has been stolen from Stradbally, ahead of this years Electric Picnic. The house, which is known for its neon pink and yellow stripes, has been robbed from where it usually stands in the Art Lot, according to The Journal. Image credit: Glow Depot / Facebook People […]

9 years ago

Us Irish lasses don’t get half the credit we deserve. We recently wrote a list of all the fab women who are making waves right now, some of whom are involved in theatre and film. Read more: 50 Irish Women Who Are Absolutely Slaying It Right Now And the great news is the IFI have announced […]

9 years ago

After almost a week without water, the town of Drogheda has been reinstalled with water. According to The Journal, Irish Water has said the town has water again after the burst pipe has been repaired. Though there may still be some high-level areas in Drogheda where the pressure is low, it’s expected that water will […]

9 years ago

Netflix are on a roll  with their new releases, and their most recent one continues the trend. It seems people can’t get enough of thrilling, murder-mystery series so they’ve gone and created another one; based on a true story. A true Irish story. Alias Grace,  which was also a novel written by Margaret Atwood, tells the […]

9 years ago

If we’ve learnt anything from our time on this Earth, it’s that the Irish are a creative and practical bunch. We’ve seen some pretty weird shit in our time, and we’ve come across some odd things that make us stop in our tracks, like this. It’s clear that no obstacle is too big or too small, […]

9 years ago

Shakespeare once asked “what’s in a name?” and apparently, everything. They say not to judge a book by its cover, but according to the new study then you most certainly can.  Yahoo 7 report that a survey completed by School Stickers revealed the best-behaved names. They surveyed 58,000 children based on their online reward books […]

9 years ago

They may be man’s best friend, but the number of dogs in kennels and pounds around Ireland remains high. What’s worse, the number of unwanted or stray dogs who were put down in Ireland in last also remains high. The Independent reports that at least four stray dogs were put down every day last year […]

9 years ago

Our love for all things Gin & Tonic has finally peaked. If you’ve ever been in the mood for a drink with your fry, then this is the perfect news for you.  McCartney’s of Moira in Belfast have developed their own line of alcoholic sausages. Yep. You can buy Koppaberg Pear Cider flavour sausages, or […]

9 years ago

The drink choice of many, Gin & Tonics have quickly taken over our hearts, and our pubs in Ireland.  There are bars dedicated solely to the craft of making the perfect G&T, as well varying it with different gins and tonics to make each drink a masterpiece. This year’s Irish Gin & Tonic Festival was […]

9 years ago

Game of Thrones is, thankfully, back on our screens and we can all collectively sigh with relief that we only have to wait a week for each new episode. In its 6 seasons (so far), the show has well and truly taken over the world. But if you’re in need of a refresher of what’s […]

9 years ago

Taking two trips with the shopping is legit the stuff of nightmares, and we will do anything to make sure we get our bits into our house in one trip. Whether that means putting stuff in our hood, our pockets or filling our car that it’s borderline dangerous. Risks must be taken. Reddit user Sponge_Bob_No_Pants spotted, quite […]

9 years ago

Last, U2 hit the stage at Croker to some very excited Irish fans. The country had been anticipating the gig for months, regardless of the fact that we’re not supposed to actually like U2. Well, if that’s the general thought on Irish people and U2, then it’s wrong. It looks like the concert was incredible, and […]

9 years ago

A man in his late 40s was attacked on the Aran Islands this morning. According to the Irish Independent, the attack happened the Kilronan area of Inis Mor. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, took place outside of a B&B in which the Gardai believe the man was staying with […]

9 years ago

A man has been injured following a shooting in Belfast this morning. RTE reports that report that man, in his 30s, was shot twice this morning in Henry Place, Belfast. The incident happened around 1.30am. PSNI are describing the attack as a “paramilitary style shooting”. Detectives appeal for information following paramilitary style shooting in Henry […]

9 years ago

We all hear about how breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but we never knew how important. Turns out, it’s very important. Eating a big breakfast everyday could be the key to weight loss, according to new research from Loma Linda University of Public Health. The Telegraph reports that the study, which looked at […]

9 years ago