Tiger Roll made history today by becoming the first horse to win back-to-back Grand Nationals since Red Rum in 1973 and 1974. Ridden by Davy Russell, the thoroughbred edged clear towards the end, prompting emotional scenes at Aintree as he crossed the finish line. Russell was nabbed for an interview minutes after the victory and […]

8 years ago

It’s fair to say that John C. Reilly and Joaquin Phoenix are two of the busiest men in the film industry at the moment. Earlier this week, Phoenix got tongues wagging as the first trailer for the upcoming Joker movie was unveiled, in which he plays the iconic criminal mastermind. Reilly, meanwhile, has hardly been […]

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With Alan Partridge back in the limelight these days, the internet is full of examples of people apparently behaving like Steve Coogan’s socially awkward character. The hapless TV host is known for his ill-advised gaffes and unorthodox presenting style and it seems like his antics in the recent BBC series This Time With Alan Partridge […]

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It’s that time again when those without a notion about horse racing depart with their hard-earned fivers and place a bet on the English Grand National. This year, there will be 40 horses competing for the prestigious prize at Aintree as the event leads a busy day on the sporting calendar. For what it’s worth, […]

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As you were. Three words that Liam Gallagher’s Twitter followers will need no introduction to. The sentence has become a regular sign-off at the end of the former Oasis man’s thinly-veiled jibes at his brother Noel, his rallying cries for his beloved Manchester City, and his surprisingly profound musings on life. With all that said, it’s […]

8 years ago

Are you that person on WhatsApp who rolls their eyes while everyone else inundates the group with gifs and memes? Prefer to do your social interacting in real life? Well, it appears you’re in luck. WhatsApp’s latest update means that users will be able to refuse to be added to a group, potentially putting an […]

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There was a collective sigh of relief across Ireland yesterday evening as people took off their wet clothes and got into their cosy PJs. It was a proper miserable one out there, made all the more depressing by the fact that it’s now April and we all thought spring was supposed to have sprung by now. […]

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Following in the footsteps of Heath Ledger’s performance as the Joker was always going to be an unenviable task. The Australian actor blew movie fans away when playing the role in 2008’s The Dark Knight, which was released just months after his death. Even though the upcoming Todd Phillips-directed Joker has no connection to Christoper Nolan’s […]

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The residents of Dublin have the highest level of disposable income, according to new CSO figures. People in the capital had an average of €24,431 in 2016, while the county with the next highest was Limerick with €21,979. Kildare (€20,860) was the only county above the national average of €20,638 with Wicklow (€20,174) just below it. The […]

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It’s Wednesday, otherwise known as hump day and that means it’s Louis Theroux day or ‘Louis Therednesdy’ if you will. Tonight, everyone’s favourite investigative journalist deals with the difficult issue of euthanasia in the last of his Altered States series. In the episode, Louis visits California where some terminally ill people have the right to […]

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It only seems like yesterday that we were celebrating the return of Derry Girls for a second series. Since then, the Channel 4 sitcom hasn’t let us down, continuing the hilarious form it showed in its maiden series in 2018. Alas, after the penultimate episode aired last night, it means we only have one more […]

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The great and the good of Irish and Liverpudlian football will descend on the Aviva Stadium next week to play a fundraising match for the Sean Cox Rehabilitation Trust. Sean, originally from Dublin, suffered serious injuries when he was attacked by Roma fans outside Liverpool’s Anfield Stadium, last April. The fundraiser will feature a Liverpool […]

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People would have been forgiven for thinking that the snow-ice warning issued by Met Éireann yesterday was an April Fool’s joke given that it’s, ya know, April. However, it was all legit with some parts of the country waking up to a dollop of the white stuff today. It all makes for a fairly ropey […]

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They say that too many cooks spoil the broth but the opposite will surely be the case when four of Ireland’s top chefs come together on Friday April 5. The Rose Hotel in Tralee will play host to executive chef of Dublin’s Marker Hotel Gareth Mullins, Paul Kelly and Ed Cooney of the Merrion Hotel, […]

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It’s all eyes on the Republic Of Ireland soccer team this weekend as they take on Denmark with a World Cup place at stake. If you were part of the team what kind of character would you be? Would you have Roy Keane’s volcanic aggression, James McClean’s determination or Séamus Coleman’s calming influence? Take our […]

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Derry Girls is fast becoming the comedy phenomenon of the 2010s so it was only a matter of time before the theme nights starting rolling out. The Secret Garden in Cork seems to be ahead of the game, with the Hanover Street venue announcing that it will be holding a Derry Girls night, filled with […]

8 years ago

Jagermeister has long been the bane of many people’s weekends while at the same time being seen as an essential element of a heavy night out. Who hasn’t experienced the high of doing a couple of shots with your pals before the low of having the taste in your mouth over the next two days? […]

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It’s been another wacky week in the world of Irish football so it seems appropriate that two of the biggest characters to ever wear the green shirt will be appearing on The Late Late Show tonight. Ryan Tubridy will be welcoming former Ireland stars Jason McAteer and John Aldridge to his sofa this evening. The […]

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Manchester United have confirmed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been made the permanent Manchester United manager on a three-year deal. Solskjaer took over on an interim basis in December following the dismissal of José Mourinho. The club has since gone on to win 10 Premier League games out of 13 under the Norwegian’s stewardship, lifting […]

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If you’re planning a night in front of the telly this evening then you’ll be glad to know that RTÉ has your back. The station will be showing the final instalment of Louis Theroux’s Altered States documentary series and it’s set to be an emotional one. The episode focuses on the issue of adoption in […]

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When you get to a certain age, it feels like you’re asked to attend a wedding every other weekend. While this says a lot for your popularity, it doesn’t exactly do much for your bank balance and you’re often tempted to politely turn down the invite. However, under the surface the occasions are generally good […]

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If you’re a planning night out over the coming days be sure and bring a hat and scarf with you. Met Éireann is forecasting some cold nights ahead, with weekend temperatures set to drop to as low as minus one. While Thursday should be a dry and bright day, rain is expected to fall on […]

8 years ago

Job done. When the fixture list for the Euro 2020 qualifiers was revealed, Irish fans would have been relatively happy to come up against Gibraltar and Georgia in the first two games. Six points were expected and six points were what we got, albeit courtesy of a couple of tight 1-0 wins. Last night’s home […]

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Amid all the current controversy surrounding the FAI, it’s easy to forget that there’s the small matter of a Euro 2020 qualifier taking place tonight. Ireland host Georgia in our first home game of Mick McCarthy’s second stint in charge and ahead of the match, midfielder James McClean has a message for Declan Rice and […]

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Most people who have seen Derry Girls won’t need convincing on how brilliant the show is but if you do, this might just seal the deal. You may remember that at the end of series one, Clare came out as a lesbian, a revelation which was initially met with some derision from her pal Erin. […]

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Food should never just be about the taste, it should be about the experience that goes with it. Northern Ireland has a rich food and drink heritage and the small region offers a number of award-winning options that will tantalise your tastebuds as well as educate you on the history of the area. For your […]

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Nothing clears the head like a large dollop of fresh air and Northern Ireland has got it in spades. When it comes to outstanding walking routes, visitors are absolutely spoiled with unblemished trails and breathtaking viewpoints dotted all over the region. The following list of options are all just a short spin up from Dublin […]

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This world of ours is filled with incredible natural beauty but not all of it is just a short drive up the road from Dublin. Northern Ireland has so much to see and do and if you’re planning a fun-filled short break with mates you won’t be short of options. Once you’ve sorted out your […]

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Irish MMA fans woke up to the news this morning that Conor McGregor had announced his retirement from the sport. At around 5am our time, the Dubliner posted a message to his 7.5 million Twitter followers which read: ‘Hey guys quick announcement, I’ve decided to retire from the sport formally known as “Mixed Martial Art” […]

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Every county in Ireland is so bleedin’ brilliant that it’s hard to sum them up in three words. However, we’ve given it our best bash just for the craic. Behold – All 32 Irish Counties Summed Up In Three Simple Words Antrim Bushmills and rocks. Armagh So. Much. Orange. Carlow Famous Hollywood star. Cavan […]

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We knew the Spice Girls were close but we didn’t know they were this close. Mel B has been telling all about a sexual encounter with her bandmate Geri Horner, claiming that the pair slept together and “giggled about it” afterwards. The 43-year-old made the revelation on an episode of Piers Morgan’s Life Stories, nodding […]

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If you’re counting the days until payday, it might be best not to read on. Those who are curious though will be interested in the 2019 Sunday Times Irish Rich List which was published today. Coming out on top of the pile were the Weston family, whose empire includes the likes of Penneys, Brown Thomas […]

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You may have noticed that there’s been a decent stretch in the evenings of late and with the weather looking pretty promising for the week ahead, it might just be safe to say that spring has arrived. Met Éireann is forecasting a week of dry and bright weather, with the mercury set to reach as […]

8 years ago

Going back over old episodes of Friends, viewers are always noticing things that don’t jump out the first time around and one viewer has now spotted an Irish reference which may have gone over your head. Posting on Reddit, thegavin shared an image of Ross Geller enjoying a bottle of Harp Lager while sitting […]

8 years ago

‘Aurora Borealis? At this time of year, at this time of day, in this part of the country, localized entirely within your kitchen?!’ Correct, Superintendent Chalmers. Apart from the kitchen bit. Fans of The Simpsons will be more than familiar with the oft-quoted line by Principal Skinner’s exasperated boss in the show. Back in the […]

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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has spoken about marching in the Chicago St.Patrick’s Day parade alongside Conor McGregor, the Irish Examiner reports. Both men took part in the Windy City event, which led to questions today at the Fine Gael national conference. McGregor was arrested and charged with criminal damage in Miami earlier this month and has […]

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This isn’t something you’d expect to see every day at the races. Two rabbits were caught on camera going at it like, well, rabbits at a race meeting in Dundalk yesterday. The naughty pair appeared to be mid-coitus when they were almost trampled by the onrushing horses. Sensing danger, they swiftly did the bunny equivalent […]

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Suzanne Jackson has revealed that she will be teaming up with UK brand In The Style to bring out a new fashion collection launching next week. The blogger revealed the news on Instagram, saying ‘It’s finally time to tell you guys all the details! ???? I’m so excited to finally be able to tell you […]

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As the famed comic duo D’Unbelievables once said, “Ireland would be a lovely little country if we could only roof it.” For all our quirks and foibles, with the weather being an obvious example, we certainly know how to enjoy the lighter side of life and make fun of ourselves when required. Just like Maltesers, […]

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From Snow Patrol to Van Morrison, Ash to Two Door Cinema Club, Northern Ireland has a long and storied musical history. Just a short drive up the road from Dublin, you’ll be able to experience a vast array of famous venues which have kickstarted the careers of some of Northern Ireland’s most famous names. As […]

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The Castleknock Casanova, AKA Colin Farrell will be the main draw on this week’s episode of The Late Late Show after the line-up was revealed today. The actor will be speaking to Ryan about the much-anticipated release of his upcoming movie Dumbo, in which he stars as the Farrier family patriarch who is tasked with […]

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Declan Rice has issued an apology on Instagram after old comments about the IRA resurfaced today. The posts reading ‘Up The RA’ appear to have been shared while Rice was playing in the Republic of Ireland underage set-up. Earlier this year, the West Ham United midfielder switched allegiances to England, despite having won three senior […]

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Get your big geansaí back out of the wardrobe because this weekend is looking like a bitter one. After the sun flirted with us for a short spell earlier this week, it now seems to be declaring itself uninterested, for the time being at least. Met Éireann reckons that temperatures will fall to zero degrees […]

8 years ago

It’s hard enough to keep one steady relationship together but you ain’t seen nothing if you haven’t tried polyamory. This is the world Louis Theroux explores when he returns to RTÉ tonight with his latest series Altered States. The first episode sees everyone’s favourite documentary maker turn up in Portland, Oregon to hang out with people […]

8 years ago

The post mortem has barely even begun on Ireland’s disappointing 2019 Six Nations campaign and already the fixtures have been released for the next two editions of the tournament. To be fair, even though there were certainly some sub-par performances this year, finishing third is hardly the end of the world. Granted, England and Wales […]

8 years ago

Toy Story 4 is already one of the most anticipated movies of the year and the excitement has just been cranked up a notch with the release of the first full-length trailer. The clip sees the return of all your favourite characters from the first three installments as well as the introduction of Forky, an […]

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The Paddy’s Day parade in Dublin is always well worth visiting. The colour, the atmosphere and the celebration of all things Irish. Having said that, the capital does tend to be fairly jammers so it might be worth checking out similar set-ups around Ireland on a smaller scale. Here’s the best Ireland has to offer […]

8 years ago

Former Ireland rugby player Ronan O’Gara has been speaking about how his family were affected by the attacks in Christchurch earlier today. 49 people were shot dead at two mosques in the New Zealand city and O’Gara told Newstalk Breakfast that his children’s schools had to be placed on lockdown throughout the ordeal. O’Gara is […]

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Give your ma and your granny a text because you can rest assured that tonight’s headline Late Late Show guest will have been the object of at least one of their affections back in the day. Veteran crooner Rod Stewart will be on Ryan Tubridy’s sofa to discuss his life and career in a pre-recorded […]

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Netflix has released the trailer for its Madeleine McCann documentary which is set to be released tomorrow. The Disappearance Of Madeleine McCann is an eight-part series which will delve deep into arguably the most high-profile missing child case in history. Interviewees include investigators involved in the search as well as Robert Murat, who for a […]

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