And there have been some extremely juicy guest judge announcements this morning. It’s been a while since the season 2 queens bing bang bonged their way into our hearts over lockdown, and we’ve spent the last few months eagerly awaiting the return of a bitta workroom drama and more top notch parodying of UK soaps. […]

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Exciting news for anyone who’s been following Wally’s journey since he first landed on our shores last year. A female walrus has been spotted off the coast of Germany, according to Seal Rescue Ireland. As there hadn’t been a sighting of Wally in Irish waters since the 29th of August it was initially thought that […]

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The general consensus after the Love Island reunion last Sunday was… not good. There were awkward moments, unanswered questions and fans felt they didn’t get the closure they needed after a tumultuous season. Luckily, anyone left feeling unsatisfied after the reunion has been granted another chance to say goodbye to the season. Islander Georgia Townend […]

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The time has come for us to get lost in another story of attractive but melancholy english students getting the ride. If you’re looking for some entertainment as you put away your summer clothes and ease into the season of cancelling plans, you’re in luck. Sally Rooney’s hotly anticipated third novel, Beautiful World, Where Are […]

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If you’ve ever wondered what way Alf Stewart would want the All Ireland Final to go, you now have your answer. Pics of one Summer Bay’s most beloved heart throbs proudly sporting the green and red of Mayo emerged this week, and we’re thinking this could be the thing to finally break the Mayo curse. […]

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The impressive piece is the handy work of artist and activist Joe Caslin, and it certainly makes an impact. The installation, entitled “Counterpart” was unveiled earlier today on the exterior of one of Belfast’s most iconic buildings – Ulster Museum. The work depicts various viewpoints of life in Northern Ireland and entices the viewer to […]

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This should come as exciting news if you’re the person in your household who has your heart broken sorting through the recycling bin and passive-aggressively removing everyone else’s wrongly binned waste. As of today, all plastic packaging waste including soft plastic can now be put in the recycling bin as long as it’s clean, dry […]

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Do you know a child who’d love to be on the Toy Show? Applications are now open for this years Late Late Toy Show, so if there’s a child in your life who has what it takes to be the next Adam King or create comedy gold during the toy car parade, this is their […]

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Is there a gal in Ireland who hasn’t had been in fits of laughter under her mask while listening to My Therapist Ghosted Me? The painfully gas podcast by Joanne McNally and Vogue Williams has spent most of the last year at the top of the Apple and Spotify podcast charts, and now it’s back […]

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At this rate I wouldn’t be surprised to see Ariel, Sebastian and Flounder flaked out on a dinghy off the coast of Donegal. Obviously Wally the Walrus is pretty much a resident at this stage, but this week there were a few other unexpected visitors around the coast that caught the eye of staycationing families […]

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There’s a new place to grab a coffee, tasty food, see local art, listen to a few tunes and loads more in Limerick City, and it opens today! Colourful Wickham Way market was a huge success when it opened over Christmas last year, and now it’s back with a bang. https://www.instagram.com/p/CTLVoyuCB7F/ Its bright pink and […]

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Tuesday got you down? Us too. There’s no better day for a bit of procrastination, and to cast an eye back to days gone by. Back to old Ireland, where nuns featured heavily in ad campaigns and you could find Roy Keane dressed up as a leprechaun at the end of any rainbow. A time […]

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Shopping sustainably this second hand September couldn’t be easier. If you’re in the mood for a good old rummage but don’t feel like lugging shopping bags around in the rain this weekend, you’re in luck. The Useless Project are holding one of their virtual flea markets on Sunday, allowing you to browse amazing vintage clothes […]

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Good news for anyone looking to brush up on their cúpla focal. The Cobh branch of Conradh na Gaeilge, a forum for the Irish speaking community with over 200 branches worldwide will be hosting beginners Irish classes via Zoom from the 24th of September. View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]

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I don’t think I need to state the obvious here – we all know the morning of your Leaving Cert results isn’t exactly the most enjoyable time of your life. The Broken Chair in Arklow know this too and don’t worry, they won’t be cautiously approaching you asking “well? Is it good news?” or talking […]

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In a sad turn of events, everyone’s favourite Cavan twins won’t be appearing in the newest series of Gogglebox. Identical twins Fergal and Neal Tully have been on the show since it began back in 2016 and were well loved for their hot takes and snazzy sock collections. In an announcement on Twitter, Fergal confirmed […]

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As you can imagine, there are some humdingers. As most of us know, Taoiseach Micheál Martin announced yesterday that the easing of any remaining restrictions still in place would gradually ease over the next month, culminating in an easing of basically everything on the 22nd of October. It’s big news, and obviously the people of […]

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And before you jump to any conclusions no, Wally the Walrus won’t be leaving his pontoon to chat with Ryan. While we continue to work on getting Wally tv ready, one of Ireland’s most beloved national exports Donie O’Sullivan will be talking all things CNN, journalism and life in the States with Ryan Tubridy this […]

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It’s officially September, which means time to pack away your summer clothes, swap the iced lattes for pumpkin spiced and scan the list of storm names to see if yours is on it. Here’s hoping it is, and you’ll be able to do a gas “don’t mess with me, guys” tweet about it. Met Éireann, […]

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We should see most Covid restrictions completely eased by 22nd October. In an address to the nation yesterday Taoiseach Micheál Martin said that any sectors still closed as a result of Covid 19 can “now begin to hope again“. Martin said that current restrictions would be gradually and carefully eased throughout September, with a “significant […]

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Insert all beach and shore related puns here. Love was in the air in Dunmore East over the weekend as musician Charlie popped the question to his childhood sweetheart Niamh with this message in the sand. As far as big proposals go, this is pretty gorge and the Irish weather even cooperated – that’s how […]

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Looks like Wally isn’t the only one enjoying a trip around the Wild Atlantic Way. According to the Irish Whale and Dolphin Group, there have been as many as three humpback whale sightings recently around West Clare. https://www.instagram.com/p/CTPDuIlMnPw/ Predominantly black in colour, the whales can grow up to 17 metres with elongated white flippers which […]

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Man O’War first became a mainstream topic of conversation among the people of Ireland when a large number of them washed up along the west and south west coast following Storm Lorenzo in 2019. Now swimmers and beachgoers have been advised to take caution once more as the dangerous jellyfish has washed up on a […]

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Sure when the sun’s shining, where else would you be? Wally the Walrus has been enjoying an extended stay in the waters around West Cork despite his Arctic origin, according to Seal Rescue Ireland. Over the weekend, Ireland’s newly assigned national treasure was spotted taking some long naps and rolling around on his favourite pontoon. […]

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Following the huge success of its inaugural event last year, Cavan Day, the online celebration of Cavan and its people returns on Saturday, 25th September. Anyone looking to get involved can do so very easily – simply share your love of Cavan on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram using the #CavanDay hashtag. You can post a […]

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Katie-George Dunlevy and Eve McCrystal have claimed their second medal at Tokyo – and this time it’s gold! The legendary ParaCycling duo took the gold in the Women’s B Time Trial with a time of just 47.32.07. #ParaCycling Katie-George Dunlevy and Eve McCrystal retain the WB Time Trial Gold after an incredible performance today! Rio […]

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Never before was there such an Instagrammable spot for cocktails with the gals. Over the past year ago, Fika has been delighting the people of Bray (Bré) and beyond with its stunning cocktails and delicious brunch and dinner menus. So naturally we were devastated to hear the news today that they’ll be closing on the […]

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We’ll be counting down the days for this one. When we last left Joe Goldberg, he’d relocated out to the burbs with his expecting girlfriend and fellow psychopath, Love, and seemed to have already set his sights set on his next victim – sorry, love interest. Filming of the hotly anticipated third season was put […]

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If you spent lockdown dreaming of holidaying at the Weasley’s Burrow, read on. There’s a cottage in Wexford where you can choose from sleeping in the cupboard under the stairs or the four poster beds from the Gryffindor dormitories, provided that you have the password for the Fat Lady. Spellcast Cottage in Enniscorthy is the […]

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From this week, the seat beside you on the bus will no longer be a handy place to keep your bag. Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan has confirmed that public transport will return to full capacity from this Wednesday to accommodate the return to schools and colleges and the reopening of more workplaces, according to […]

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It’s the kind of thing you really need to hear while battling the post-weekend blues. Over the weekend, poor Louis the sheep must have lost his footing and fell off a cliff on Lambay Island. Luckily, he escaped with no more than a few cuts and bruises after being safely rescued by the Howth Coastguard […]

5 years ago

The teaser for the new spin-off series of Gossip Girl has landed, and we didn’t realise until now it was possible to be intimidated by an ad for a tv show. The new Upper East Siders are cool. Like almost too cool. It actually hurts a bit. We wouldn’t recommend direct eye contact with them. […]

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We’re very intrigued by this one! Dublin based artist Maser is now a staple of the Irish art scene, well known for his bright and bold street art and of course, his iconic Repeal heart which will forever be synonymous with that time in Irish history. Now his work has popped up in the real […]

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Calling all street food stans, cocktail connoisseurs and local food lovers! Déise based foodies will be delighted to hear the Waterford Harvest Festival is set to return to the city in two weeks, and the line up looks fairly immense. For 7 days from Monday 6th September, the city will be transformed into a food […]

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It’s no secret at this stage – the people of Ireland love an aul iced coffee. Once that forecast hits over 15 degrees we instantly become cold coffee fiends, and during weather like this? The obsession only intensifies. Maybe you have eyes for iced oat lattes only, and if so, we totally get it. But […]

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There are a lot of things that are difficult about working from home. Missing the office banter, your kitchen table being transformed into a sea of laptop chargers and worst of all – having to figure out what to have for lunch every. single. day. The good aul cheese toastie is there for us as […]

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Calling all Gaillimh based thrifty shoppers: There’s a deadly pop up coming to Fat Tony’s Barber Shop on Middle Street this Sunday with vintage clothes, handmade fleeces and jewellery and loads of other gorge bits! https://www.instagram.com/p/CS48udYsM4C/ The pop up will feature work from three fab Irish owned small businesses – Lil Bits, who creates these […]

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There’s a new spot to pick up a delish 3fe flattie in Roscommon Town! District Speciality Coffee opened up last month and since then they’ve had the Rossies covered with iced lattes, delish pastries and even home brewing equipment for all budding baristas. All dietary requirements are catered for too with lots of tasty vegan […]

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It’s been a seriously sad week for the Channel 4 show. Gogglebox have just confirmed the passing of fan favourite Andy Michaels, who first appeared on the show with his wife Carolyne and children Alex and Louis in the first episode way back in 2013, and since then had been delighting viewers with his quick […]

5 years ago

The Tiktok sensaysh has nose scrunched her way to the big screen. Well, the laptop screen at the very least. There’s been a lot of hype surrounding He’s All That, the Netflix gender-swapped remake of the 1999 classic romcom. You might be reading this thinking “sure who’s Addison Rae when she’s at home?” and you’re […]

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Shur you wouldn’t be long getting rescued by a pod of dolphins. A man who was rescued 4 kilometres from shore by the RLNI last week has been identified as none other than Ruairí McSorley of frostbit fame, according to the Independent. Ruairí was first reported missing early last Sunday morning, when a walker came […]

5 years ago

Calling all Gaillimh based thrifty shoppers: There’s a deadly pop up coming to Fat Tony’s Barber Shop on Middle Street this Sunday with vintage clothes, handmade fleeces and jewellery and loads of other gorge bits! https://www.instagram.com/p/CS48udYsM4C/ The pop up will feature work from three fab Irish owned small businesses – Lil Bits, who creates these […]

5 years ago

It seems a long awaited update for the events and entertainment industry may be coming soon. According to our friends at JOE, Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly stated today that “all restrictions” should be lifted by Christmas including the reopening of nightclubs. When asked if all current restrictions would be lifted before Christmas, including those […]

5 years ago

If you find yourself in and around the heritage town of Ramelton, you need to hit up Foodie Campers. A converted caravan located on Ramelton quay with creative dishes that incorporate the best of local produce, this spot is not to be missed. Donegal seafood in particular is so well showcased across the menu – […]

5 years ago

You know what they say – couples always start to look like each other eventually. Okay, we still don’t know for sure if Phoebe Bridgers and Paul Mescal are officially an item or not, but after some flirty insta lives way back in lockdown one and pics of them together at the BAFTAs, we as […]

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The general consensus last night on Twitter and beyond was that that final could have been an email. *SPOILERS AHEAD* The result was sadly predictable and maybe I’d just been caught up in my own social media bubble, but it seemed most people were becoming disillusioned with Millie and Liam giving us nothing other than […]

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If you’re looking for sarcastic but wholesome Irish dad vibes on Insta, Roy Keane is a great man for the follow. Since he appeared on the Late Late a couple of years ago along with a puppy and a ten year old Man United fan, the truth was revealed to the nation – Keano’s actually […]

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This lady got us through lockdown with her many pearls of wisdom and joyful commentary, and we’re so sad to hear this news. Mary Cook of Gogglebox, who you’ll know for her quick quips and gorgeous friendship with partner-in-crime Marina passed away over the weekend, according to a statement from the beloved Channel 4 show […]

5 years ago

Lasagne is a staple in most Irish homes. From the Dolmio version of our childhoods to the many attempts we made to recreate Carmela Soprano’s iconic lasagne with the layer of basil leaves and spicy sausage, it’s the dish that’s always been there for us. The ultimate comfort food, you might say, and Galway City […]

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Time to pop open the last of the summer wine. This week the country is set to see temperatures as high as 25 degrees according to Met Éireann. Today will ease us in with patches of cloud and mist in the west, but it’s due to brighten up as the day continues. By the time […]

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