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  • The trailer for the new Netflix dating show has certainly gotten people talking

    The trailer for the new Netflix dating show has certainly gotten people talking

    The trailer for Sexy Beasts is here and as dating shows go, it’s a little bit different to your Love Islands and your Blind Dates. For one thing, the participants in Sexy Beasts are wearing a lot more clothing than those in Love Island and that’s before we even mention their heads. Based on a […]

    4 years ago

  • WATCH: Roy Keane’s gives expected response when asked about relationship with his wife

    WATCH: Roy Keane’s gives expected response when asked about relationship with his wife

    Roy Keane was in classic form last night when discussing Covid-19 isolating issues that have cropped up in the England Euro 2020 camp. It was revealed yesterday that England pair Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell were going to miss the group decider against the Czech Republic after they were deemed to be close contacts of […]

    4 years ago

  • Once Upon a Time in Hollywood arrives on Netflix in Ireland in July

    Once Upon a Time in Hollywood arrives on Netflix in Ireland in July

    Netflix have announced that 2019 comedy drama Once Upon a Time in Hollywood will be arriving on the platform on Wednesday, July 7. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood might remind you of ‘once upon a time pre-pandemic’ when cinemas were open, popcorn was flowing and the word ‘coronavirus’ might only have raised concerns about […]

    4 years ago

  • July 5 reopening appears under threat as Ministers express Delta variant concern

    July 5 reopening appears under threat as Ministers express Delta variant concern

    Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has stated that the situation in Ireland relating to the Delta variant has changed. Appearing on Morning Ireland today, Donnelly said that it’s “too early to say” whether the planned easing of restrictions on July 5 will go ahead, stating “we know Covid tears up the best laid plans and it’s […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland hockey goalkeeper appeals for return of stolen World Cup medal

    Ireland hockey goalkeeper appeals for return of stolen World Cup medal

    Irish hockey goalkeeper Ayeisha McFerran has appealed for the return of her World Cup medal, which was stolen from her apartment in the Netherlands last night. Ayeisha McFerran, who currently plies her trade with SV Kampong in the city of Utrecht, attained the runners-up medal after Ireland lost the 2018 World Cup Final to the […]

    4 years ago

  • This double decker food bus on the N11 is the perfect stop-off on a day out in Wicklow

    This double decker food bus on the N11 is the perfect stop-off on a day out in Wicklow

    Romayo’s have given meals on wheels a whole new meaning with this double decker food outlet just off the N11. Located right next to Pluck’s restaurant in Kilmacanogue in Wicklow, the Romayo’s Roadster is a fully-fitted foodie venue which took the family-run chain 12 weeks to convert. It’s believed to be the largest mobile food […]

    4 years ago

  • Six Ireland players named in team for opening Lions match

    Six Ireland players named in team for opening Lions match

    Warren Gatland has named six Ireland players in his team for the opening British & Irish Lions match against Japan this Saturday. The Lions will face off against Japan at Edinburgh’s Murrayfield Stadium and there will be an all-Irish midfield consisting of Robbie Henshaw and Bundee Aki. Iain Henderson will start in the second row, […]

    4 years ago

  • A trial for a four-day working week in Ireland gets underway today

    A trial for a four-day working week in Ireland gets underway today

    A six-month programme to test out a four-day working week is set to get underway today. The trial is aimed at testing the effectiveness of a four-day working week in Ireland and is being led by the Four Day Week Ireland campaign. Four Day Week Ireland say that the system would lead to a better […]

    4 years ago

  • IRFU release details of two pilot events with supporters at the Aviva Stadium this summer

    IRFU release details of two pilot events with supporters at the Aviva Stadium this summer

    The IRFU has announced that they are planning to welcome supporters back to the Aviva Stadium for two international fixtures in July. In a statement issued this afternoon, the IRFU said that is is ‘pleased to play its part in the government’s outdoor pilot sporting event programme by staging two international fixtures at the Aviva […]

    4 years ago

  • Varadkar issues positive update on holidays abroad for under 30s this summer

    Varadkar issues positive update on holidays abroad for under 30s this summer

    Leo Varadkar said that unvaccinated people under the age of 30 will be able to travel abroad this summer. However, anyone who does so will need a Digital Covid Certificate and a negative PCR test before they return to Ireland. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tony Holohan has previously said that people who aren’t fully vaccinated […]

    4 years ago

  • WATCH: Ireland Rugby 7s captain gives emotional interview after Olympic qualification

    WATCH: Ireland Rugby 7s captain gives emotional interview after Olympic qualification

    Ireland’s Rugby 7s squad secured Olympic qualification yesterday and the emotions of the occasion were summed up perfectly by captain Billy Dardis afterwards. A 28-19 victory over France in Monaco secured Ireland’s path to Tokyo and Billy Dardis left viewers under no illusions as to how much it meant in his post-match interview. Trying to […]

    4 years ago

  • Government asked to ease “confusion” over outdoor dining rules

    Government asked to ease “confusion” over outdoor dining rules

    The Restaurants Association have called on the Government to ease confusion on the legality of outdoor dining areas. An Garda Síochána issued a statement yesterday which said that drinking alcohol in temporary outdoor seating areas isn’t allowed if restaurants and pubs don’t have the necessary licence. These licences are issued by the courts are granted […]

    4 years ago

  • There will be a drive-in cinema screening of Enchanted in Enniskerry next week

    There will be a drive-in cinema screening of Enchanted in Enniskerry next week

    With Disenchanted currently being filmed in Enniskerry, the Co. Wicklow town is throwing it back to the original. For one night only, Classic Drive in Cinema will present Enchanted, the 2007 Disney flick in which the story of Giselle and Robert began. Taking place at Monastery House in Enniskerry on Sunday, June 27 at 4pm, […]

    4 years ago

  • “So beautiful” – Hollywood star enjoys day out at Powerscourt Estate

    “So beautiful” – Hollywood star enjoys day out at Powerscourt Estate

    Patrick Dempsey has been enjoying his time in Wicklow filming Disney sequel Disenchanted but it hasn’t been all work for the Hollywood star. Since arriving on these shores, Patrick Dempsey has ventured into Dublin city, enjoyed the fruits of Irish nature and in his latest Instagram post, he shows off a few pictures taken in […]

    4 years ago

  • Department of Health reports “near elimination” of Covid-19 in vaccinated population

    Department of Health reports “near elimination” of Covid-19 in vaccinated population

    The Department of Health have issued a press release which quotes Dr. Tony Holohan as saying “We are now experiencing near elimination of Covid-19 in the vaccinated population.” The release was issued along with today’s daily Covid-19 numbers which state the HSE has been notified of 373 new cases of Covid-19, with 54 people currently […]

    4 years ago

  • CONFIRMED: The vaccine registration portal will open for 35 to 39-year-olds on Sunday

    CONFIRMED: The vaccine registration portal will open for 35 to 39-year-olds on Sunday

    Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has confirmed that the Covid-19 vaccine portal will open for 35 to 39-year-olds on Sunday. Taking to Twitter, Donnelly posted ‘Delighted to announce for some of you under 40s – the registration for a Covid-19 vaccine will open to those aged 35-39 on Sunday. Starting with those age 39, 38 on […]

    4 years ago

  • WATCH: Netflix releases new trailer for Sophie Toscan du Plantier documentary series

    WATCH: Netflix releases new trailer for Sophie Toscan du Plantier documentary series

    Netflix have released a new trailer for the upcoming Sophie Toscan du Plantier documentary series. Sophie: A Murder in West Cork will examine one of Ireland’s most noted murders, which happened in West Cork in 1996. The series will include contributions from members of Sophie’s family including her son Pierre-Louis Baudey, parents George and Marguerite […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland’s first SPICE BAG TOASTIE is now available

    Ireland’s first SPICE BAG TOASTIE is now available

    The Hot Box in Bray have unveiled Ireland’s first ever spice bag toastie and to say that we are intrigued would be an understatement. Located on the main street in the seaside town, The Hot Box have come up with a concoction that’s sure to go down well with day trippers and locals alike. The […]

    4 years ago

  • Galway restaurateur criticises council for placing concrete slabs in outdoor dining area

    Galway restaurateur criticises council for placing concrete slabs in outdoor dining area

    JP McMahon of Aniar on Dominick Street in Galway has shared a picture of concrete slabs that were placed in his outdoor dining area by Galway City Council. In a post on Instagram, JP wrote: ‘So this is Dominic street this morning. This was our only seating area. Now Galway City Council have left two […]

    4 years ago

  • This retro drinks cooler on wheels will be available in Aldi from this weekend

    This retro drinks cooler on wheels will be available in Aldi from this weekend

    Aldi will be selling this retro-looking drinks cooler on wheels from this weekend. As part of their Specialbuys range, Aldi present the Adventuridge Rolling Party Cooler which looks ideal for those summer garden gatherings within public health guidelines. Granted the weather isn’t expected to be too good this weekend but the sun is bound to […]

    4 years ago

  • Father’s Day weather forecast – Bring a brolly with you if you’re heading out

    Father’s Day weather forecast – Bring a brolly with you if you’re heading out

    That was a nice summer we had once. After a couple of weeks of fairly pleasant (and at times rather good) weather, it looks like things will take a turn for the worse this Saturday and Sunday. Alan O’Reilly of Carlow Weather has stated that while the next 48 hours will have some good sunny […]

    4 years ago

  • WATCH: Ian Wright mocks Roy Keane over his fashion choice during Euro 2020 coverage

    WATCH: Ian Wright mocks Roy Keane over his fashion choice during Euro 2020 coverage

    Roy Keane is back on our screens as a Euro 2020 pundit with ITV and it hasn’t his colleagues long to give the Corkman a bit of a slagging over his fashion choices. Keano was covering the France v Germany game last night alongside his old muckers Patrick Vieira and Ian Wright. As always with […]

    4 years ago

  • The Skellig Michael reopening date has been pushed back

    The Skellig Michael reopening date has been pushed back

    The Office of Public Works has confirmed that Skellig Michael will reopen on July 1 rather than the targeted date of June 21. In a statement, the OPW said: ‘Owing to recent poor weather and sea conditions off the South West coast, the scheduled opening date for visitors to Skellig Michael has been deferred. ‘The […]

    4 years ago

  • WATCH: First behind-the-scenes look at the Vikings spin-off being filmed in Wicklow

    WATCH: First behind-the-scenes look at the Vikings spin-off being filmed in Wicklow

    A first look at the Vikings spin-off being filmed at Ashford Studios in Co. Wicklow has been released. Vikings:Valhalla is set in the early 11th century and will chronicle the lives of famous vikings such as Leif Eriksson, Freydis Eriksdotter, Harald Hardrada and the Norman King William the Conqueror. It takes up proceedings about 100 […]

    4 years ago

  • Aldi will be selling these giant bouncy castles from next week

    Aldi will be selling these giant bouncy castles from next week

    Aldi will be selling giant bouncy castles from next week as part of their Specialbuys range. In a press release, Aldi said that the ‘Forest Bouncer Inflatable Play Centre sets up easily in minutes, is inflated continuously by an electric blower, and includes seven functions. It has a compact design and the inflated size is […]

    4 years ago

  • Simon Harris answers question on students “hooking up” as September campus return confirmed

    Simon Harris answers question on students “hooking up” as September campus return confirmed

    It’s been a difficult time for everyone over the past year and a bit but spare a thought for the students who have missed out on a massive portion of their college experience. Ya know, the first move away from home, the cheap drink deals, signing up for societies that you’ll never get involved and, […]

    4 years ago

  • IFTA nominations – Normal People leads the way as Nicola Coughlan also recognised for Bridgerton

    IFTA nominations – Normal People leads the way as Nicola Coughlan also recognised for Bridgerton

    Normal People tops the list of IFTA nominations this year, with 15 in all for the drama which had the world gripped last spring. The IFTA nominations for Normal People include best actor for Paul Mescal, Best Director for Lenny Abrahamson and Best Drama. While Mescal will be high on confidence after his recent BAFTA […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland’s first Museum of Time has opened up today

    Ireland’s first Museum of Time has opened up today

    What’s the bets John Joe Brennan has something to do with this? The city of Waterford has today opened the doors to Ireland’s National Museum of Time which is fully dedicated to clocks and watches dating back hundreds of years. The horological museum can be found at a refurbished church at Greyfriars in Waterford’s Viking […]

    4 years ago

  • Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan to play married couple in new sci-fi thriller

    Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan to play married couple in new sci-fi thriller

    Ireland’s dream acting pairing is set to become a reality as Paul Mescal and Saoirse Ronan team up to play a married couple in an upcoming sci-fi thriller. Saoirse Ronan and Paul Mescal have been the darlings of the Irish acting world in recent years, with the former winning a Golden Globe for her role […]

    4 years ago

  • Enniskerry village to close today as filming of Disenchanted begins

    Enniskerry village to close today as filming of Disenchanted begins

    Enniskerry village is set to come to a standstill today as filming of Disney sequel Disenchanted begins. The Co. Wicklow town will be closed “for the most part” as filming takes place from 7am until 10pm from today until Friday. Disenchanted stars Patrick Dempsey and Amy Adams, who arrived on these shores some weeks ago […]

    4 years ago

  • Eight Irish hospitals now have zero Covid-19 inpatients

    Eight Irish hospitals now have zero Covid-19 inpatients

    It has been confirmed that eight hospitals across Ireland now have zero Covid-19 inpatients. Yesterday, it emerged that St. James’ Hospital in Dublin has zero Covid-19 patients for the first time since March 2020 and this morning, HSE CEO Paul Reid has delivered some more good news. He took to Twitter to say ‘Further good […]

    4 years ago

  • Donegal actress lands role in upcoming Stranger Things season

    Donegal actress lands role in upcoming Stranger Things season

    Donegal actress Amybeth McNulty has joined the cast of Netflix mega-hit Stranger Things for its upcoming fourth season. It’s fair to say that Stranger Things has been one of the most talked-about TV shows since it first landed on Netflix in 2016 and interest from Irish viewers is sure to shoot up with the casting […]

    4 years ago

  • Temperatures set to soar on Sunday with highs of 25 degrees

    Temperatures set to soar on Sunday with highs of 25 degrees

    Get the shorts and sandals ready for Sunday ‘cos it’s gon be hot… Met Éireann is forecasting highs of 25 degrees on Sunday on what will be a ‘warm and dry day in Leinster, Munster and east Ulster.’ The forecast adds that there will be ‘good sunny spells and with highest temperatures here of 21 […]

    4 years ago

  • Vaccine registration for 30 to 39-year-olds opens next week

    Vaccine registration for 30 to 39-year-olds opens next week

    People between the ages of 30 and 39 will be able to register for their Covid-19 vaccinations from next week. Ministers were told the news at a Cabinet meeting yesterday, during which they also learned that pharmacies will soon begin to assist with the vaccination programme. 250,000-280,000 doses are expected to be administered this week, […]

    4 years ago

  • Combine Ireland’s nicest fish and chips with a drop of Prosecco at this seaside spot

    Combine Ireland’s nicest fish and chips with a drop of Prosecco at this seaside spot

    As always, Dunmore East will be a popular spot this summer and if you’re heading down there, be sure to make a stop at East Pier. Located by the pier in the Waterford seaside town, East Pier serves arguably the best fish and chips in Ireland (let us know where you’ve had better) with some […]

    4 years ago

  • Minister Launches 2021 National Gum Litter Taskforce Campaign

    Minister Launches 2021 National Gum Litter Taskforce Campaign

    Minister of State for Communications and Circular Economy, Ossian Smyth, has today officially launched the Gum Litter Taskforce’s gum litter education campaign.  If you’re not aware, the Gum Litter Taskforce (GLT) is an environmental initiative that was set up to develop and implement an awareness campaign to reduce gum litter in the most sustainable way. […]

    4 years ago

  • Cork County Council to install 16 portaloos in time for the Bank Holiday weekend

    Cork County Council to install 16 portaloos in time for the Bank Holiday weekend

    Cork County Council will install 16 portaloos on beaches ahead of the Bank Holiday weekend. Following on from the news that 150 portaloos will be installed in Dublin, Cork has followed suit by installing 16 portaloos at Crosshaven, Myrtleville, Church Bay, Fountainstown, Roberts Cove, Kilnagleary and Roberts Bridge and at the People’s Park in Carrigaline […]

    4 years ago

  • ODEON announce reopening date for all 11 Irish cinemas

    ODEON announce reopening date for all 11 Irish cinemas

    ODEON cinemas have confirmed that al 11 of their cinemas will reopen on Monday, June 7. Cinemas are permitted to reopen on Monday but while some, such as the Light House in Dublin, are choosing to hang on a few weeks, ODEON are coming straight out of the blocks. In a statement, the company confirmed […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland is looking at temperatures of 25 degrees next week

    Ireland is looking at temperatures of 25 degrees next week

    It looks like this recent spell of good weather is not only set to continue but it’s going to improve significantly as well. We were blessed with temperatures of around 2o degrees over the weekend but that’s nothing compared to how high the mercury will rise next week. Speaking to JOE.ie, Alan O’Reilly of Carlow […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland’s first glamping pop-up is opening in July

    Ireland’s first glamping pop-up is opening in July

    Listen up, glampers. It’s looking like another summer of staycations for many people here in Ireland and an option you may not have considered will be popping up in Wexford in July. Summer Glamp, Ireland’s first glamping popping will be opening in the sunny south east on July 2 and will run for eight weeks […]

    4 years ago

  • ‘Azores High’ set to bring some “real heat” to Ireland next week

    ‘Azores High’ set to bring some “real heat” to Ireland next week

    We got a taste of some decent weather over the past few days but you shouldn’t be discouraged by the blanket of cloud over the country today. Apparently the fine weather is going to make a comeback next week with some “real heat” on the way. That’s according to Alan O’Reilly of Carlow Weather who […]

    4 years ago

  • Aldi recall chicken goujons due to presence of salmonella

    Aldi recall chicken goujons due to presence of salmonella

    Aldi Ireland is recalling batches of its Roosters Breaded Chicken Goujons due to the presence of Salmonella. A notice issued by the Food Safety Authority of Ireland says that ‘the presence of Salmonella may make this product unsafe.’ It adds: ‘People infected with Salmonella typically develop symptoms between 12 and 36 hours after infection, but this can […]

    4 years ago

  • The FAI is giving a free Ireland jersey to every baby born today

    The FAI is giving a free Ireland jersey to every baby born today

    If you’re expecting a baby over the next couple of days, today might be a good time to introduce them to the world. That’s because if they arrive today, they get a free Ireland football jersey courtesy of the FAI! Irish soccer’s governing body is launching its centenary celebrations today and to mark the occasion, […]

    4 years ago

  • Applications to be in the first Late Late Show audience since March 2020 are now open

    Applications to be in the first Late Late Show audience since March 2020 are now open

    The Late Late Show have invited people to apply to be part of the first studio audience since March 2020. Ryan Tubridy has been presenting the Late Late Show in a practically empty studio since the onset of the pandemic last year but with restrictions easing, hopes are high that an audience could be back […]

    4 years ago

  • “Da” is how Irish people refer to an uncle, according to TMZ

    “Da” is how Irish people refer to an uncle, according to TMZ

    Unless you were staycationing under Ireland’s biggest rock over the weekend, you will have seen or heard about all the Matt LeBlanc memes that originated during the Friends reunion. Matt LeBlanc, who played Joey Tribbiani in the hit sitcom, charmed us all with his choice of shirt and posture, as Irish people declared him nation’s […]

    4 years ago

  • Vaccine registration for 40 to 44-year-olds will begin on Wednesday

    Vaccine registration for 40 to 44-year-olds will begin on Wednesday

    Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has announced that online registration for the Covid-19 vaccine will open for 40 to 45-year-olds on Wednesday. Minister Donnelly confirmed on social media that he was ‘delighted to be able to share that the online registration for a Covid-19 vaccine for those aged 40-44 will commence this Wednesday, June 2 – […]

    4 years ago

  • Omniplex announce varied reopening dates for all cinemas in the Republic

    Omniplex announce varied reopening dates for all cinemas in the Republic

    Omniplex have confirmed the reopening dates for all of their cinemas in the Republic of Ireland. Last week, it was confirmed that cinemas will be permitted to open from June 7, and Omniplex have announced a phased reopening plan for cinemas which reads as follows:  7 JUNE – Arklow, Cork, Dundalk, Galway, Limerick, Rathmines, Sligo, […]

    4 years ago

  • How long will the warm spell last? Met Éireann has some mixed news for different parts of the country

    How long will the warm spell last? Met Éireann has some mixed news for different parts of the country

    If you’re reading this through the effects of a glow of sunburn then it’s fair to say you enjoyed yourself over the weekend. Ireland basked under a clear blue sky and high temperatures on Saturday and Sunday and the good news is that the warm weather is set to continue for the week. The rest […]

    4 years ago

  • WATCH: Courteney Cox recreates “The Routine” with Ed Sheeran in place of David Schwimmer

    WATCH: Courteney Cox recreates “The Routine” with Ed Sheeran in place of David Schwimmer

    Over 21 years after The Routine was introduced to Friends fans, one half of the iconic Geller duo has brought it back to life. The One with the Routine was the 131st episode of Friends, first airing on December 16 1999, and for many fans it’s among the most memorable. The episode sees siblings Ross […]

    4 years ago

  • Government identify five sporting events that will host “expanded capacity” events in June

    Government identify five sporting events that will host “expanded capacity” events in June

    The Government have identified five sporting events that could be open to expanded capacity in June. As part of discussions today on a major reopening of Irish society, the Government is hoping to finalise plans to host “expanded capacity” sporting events in June. Separate to this, it is hope 100 people to be allowed in […]

    4 years ago

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