Another day, another British commentator trying to claim an Irish sports star as one of their own. With Shane Lowry flying high on The Open leaderboard up in Portrush this weekend, it was only a matter of time before one of our friends across the water made a slip of the tongue. We’ve seen it […]

7 years ago

It’s not uncommon to see a few Australian visitors wandering around Cork but it’s fair to say they largely take human form. Not this little fella who was spotted hopping around the Rebel County earlier this week. A video captured by Christy Smith appears to show a marsupial, likely a kangaroo, making his way down […]

7 years ago

One of the great things about All Together Now is that there are so many options to fill out the weekend. Between musical acts, food, workshops and flaming installations, there are more things to keep you busy than you’d find on an average holiday. With just a couple of weeks left until the festival begins, […]

7 years ago

For centuries, the sport of hurling has captivated Irish people both and home and abroad. In more recent times, the sport has attracted attention outside the diaspora, particularly since Sky Sports started showing games over in the UK. While the ‘non-Irish people react to the madness of hurling’ shtick might have gotten old a while […]

7 years ago

The countdown to Electric Picnic 2019 is very much on and if ticket-holders weren’t excited enough, today’s announcement should do the job. The festival has revealed that over 40 new additions have been added to this year’s line-up, joining already-confirmed artists such as Florence And The Machine, The Strokes, Hozier and the 1975. Names that […]

7 years ago

Our news feeds are filled with misery, we’re all sweating in our offices and as if things couldn’t get any worse, it’s only bloody Tuesday. Therefore, we could all do with a little pick-me-up to put that smile back on our faces. Enter this heroic Garda, whose image has been shared across social media this […]

7 years ago

Popular Galway nightspot Carbon has announced that it will be closing its doors for the final time on August 21. The Eglinton Street club has been a regular haunt for students since it opened nine years ago and will now be changing ownership. A post on the venue’s Facebook page says, ‘It is with a heavy […]

7 years ago

Excitement is building ahead of this year’s All Together Now festival in Co. Waterford and if you have a ticket then today’s announcement will have you fit to burst. Event organisers have confirmed the return of the Arcadia Afterburner which has mesmerised festival-goers for the past few years. The 360 degree installation made its name […]

7 years ago

There’s nothing like getting away from the stresses of everyday life for a day or two. But why limit it at that? Fecking off to one of Ireland’s most beautiful towns may be just what the doctor ordered. Perhaps you’re studying, have a big project to work on or are lucky enough to have those […]

7 years ago

Dublin got a whole heap of Picture This concerts back in March and now it’s Kerry’s turn. A reflection of this year’s All-Ireland Football Championship? Probably not. After selling out a whopping five shows at the capital’s 3 Arena, the lads have this morning announced that they will be the first act to play at […]

7 years ago

Ireland woke up to the sad news this morning that legendary comedian Brendan Grace has passed away at the age of 68. Born in 1951, Brendan was raised in Dublin’s Liberties area before going on to become one of the country’s most well-known entertainers. His schoolboy Bottler was perhaps his most famous act and he […]

7 years ago

Cards on the table here. As a Dub, I probably shouldn’t be commenting on people’s hurling skills given that we were humbled by Laois in All-Ireland Preliminary quarter-final on Sunday. That said, I still remain confident that the Boys In Blue would be able to give the Preston North End lads a few lessons after […]

7 years ago

Belfast rap group Kneecap have announced that they will embark on a six-date Irish tour throughout the autumn. Fresh from playing Longitude over the weekend, the group have confirmed the Your Ma Hates Ya Tour will see Móglaí Bap, Mo Chara and DJ Provaí hit up venues in six cities across Irleand. 🇮🇪YOUR MA HATES YA […]

7 years ago

It’d be easy to point out that the Laois hurlers sent shockwaves through Ireland yesterday but that would actually do a disservice to their achievement. Nope, the ramifications of the O’Moore county’s surprise 1-22 to 0-23 victory over Dublin have spread across the Atlantic thanks to a little help from Ireland’s premier GAA social media […]

7 years ago

There was a time long ago when festivals were all about the music but these days the culinary offerings are nearly enough to tempt people to attend. With All Together now just around the corner, the festival has announced a rake of food options to keep punters satisfied throughout the August Bank Holiday weekend. Some […]

7 years ago

If hump day is getting you down, this clip will certainly brighten your mood. The profile of Irish singer Soulé has catapulted in the last couple of years but it seems you’re never too famous to have a bop in public if you hear your song on the radio. After stopping in Spar to pick […]

7 years ago

Ladies and gents, this is the moment you’ve waited for. Since its release in 2017, The Greatest Showman seems to be getting more popular as time passes and the phenomenon was no doubt helped by Hugh Jackman’s world tour which took in Dublin’s 3 Arena in May. The insanely catchy soundtrack has had toes tapping since the […]

7 years ago

It’s been said before that ‘Ireland would be a grand little country if you could only roof it.’ Disregarding the weather aspect, we feel it’s grand enough as it is and as for the size, sure that only means you can see most of it in no time at all. Today we’re going to […]

7 years ago

Thinking about organising a group getaway this summer? Look no further. This ‘Holiday Pub’ in Ballinderry, Co. Tipperary has enough beds to sleep 14 people and, dating back to the 1800’s, it has all the charm of an authentic old Irish pub… Up until 2010, the building served solely as a pub and since […]

7 years ago

Summer is here (sort of) and it’s the perfect opportunity to take a few days off for exploring. If you find yourself in Waterford at this time of year, well, lucky you. It’s arguably the most beautiful spot in the country when the sun is shining and there’s plenty of options when it comes to […]

7 years ago

Of the rake of gigs taking place in Ireland this summer, Liam Gallagher’s set at Irish Independent Park in Cork has to be among the most anticipated. The former Oasis frontman has carried his famous swagger into his solo career and his debut album As You Were received critical acclaim upon its release in 2017. […]

7 years ago

You can’t beat a juicy burger of a weekend and if you’re that way inclined tonight, you might want to head over to Washington Street in Cork City. There stands the West Cork Burger Company, which now holds the title of the Best Gourmet Burger Specialist in Munster. The business was crowned earlier this week […]

7 years ago

Galway is gorgeous any time of the year but whenever summertime rolls around, things go up another level. From the winding city streets to the hills of Connemara, there’s always plenty to do and it’s well worth taking a week off work to explore it all. While there, keep this handy guide nearby as it […]

7 years ago

When it comes to musical USPs, Lewis Capaldi seems to have his down to a tee. Not only do his fans get to enjoy a great concert when they attend his shows, they get a decent amount of comedy thrown in for good measure. The Scot was playing at Cork’s Irish Independent Park last night […]

7 years ago

Looking for something to do this weekend? Look no further. The newly-refurbished Doneraile Court in Cork will swing open its doors this weekend, allowing the public to feast their eyes on the 17th-century mansion that was home to the St Leger family until the 1960s. While there, visitors can stroll around the magnificent grounds and admire […]

7 years ago

Brian O’Driscoll is a bit of a legend on this island so whenever he offers any kind of sage words, us mere mortals tend to listen. Obviously, the former Ireland captain’s area of expertise is rugby but followers of his Twitter page will know that his opinions aren’t limited to the oval ball. For instance, […]

7 years ago

For Premier League footballers, the summer break usually means trips to exotic destinations like Vegas, Dubai or Marbella. West Ham United’s Jack Wilshere though has gone for a different approach and has rocked up in Limerick for a brief stay. The former Arsenal man, who has 34 England caps to his name, was pictured alongside […]

7 years ago

Today marks one of the most important dates in the Irish calendar. That’s right, National Burger Day is upon us and with that comes free burgers from over 500 participating businesses. https://www.instagram.com/p/Byfei7OHes4/ This year marks the second annual celebration of the burger and all around the country you’ll be able to buy one burger and […]

7 years ago

Earlier, we informed you that a vote was taking place to find the best burger in Ireland ahead of National Burger Day tomorrow. Well, the results are now in and it has been revealed that the overall winner of the best burger in Ireland is (drumroll, please)… Handsome Burger in Galway! Insert celebratory emoji here. […]

7 years ago

What’s the best thing about going to the cinema? Some people will say watching the movie, naturally enough. Wrong answer. Getting to stuff your face in a dark room full of non-judgemental strangers is obviously the reason most people fork out cash to spend two hours out of the house and pretty soon Galwegians won’t […]

7 years ago

Still not got a ticket for the All Together Now festival in Waterford this summer? Tough luck, they’re completely sold out. If you are lucky enough to be in possession of one though, you’ve just been given more reason to get excited as 13 brand new acts have just been added to the line-up this […]

7 years ago

It’s summer 1998. The Good Friday Agreement has just been endorsed, Louis Walsh is about to release Westlife onto an unsuspecting public and Colin Farrell was appearing on our TV screens as a handsome French footballer. It’s widely acknowledged that the Castleknock actor got his big break on BBC drama Ballykissangel but if you stretch […]

7 years ago

The sun will hopefully be poking its head out again soon, so there’s no better time to reveal the best Irish beaches to head to for a bit sun, sand and sea. Thankfully, TripAdvisor has done just that and the annual list features all of Irish nature’s most picturesque coastlines. Coming out on top is […]

7 years ago

Warning signs are there for a reason, folks. Irish Rail has this afternoon announced two of its services have been delayed due to a truck driver crashing through a level crossing. Alongside a video of the incident, the company posted ‘14.00 Heuston to Cork and 15.25 Cork to Heuston delayed 30-35 mins due to motorist […]

7 years ago

Monday is here but if you’re planning on splitting your time between your house and your office this week then you’re missing out big time. There are plenty of things going on in Cork this week to keep you occupied and with the weather set for a slight improvement, there’s no excuse not to get […]

7 years ago

Dublin’s Pride Festival gets underway on Thursday June 20 and as final preparations are put in place, Gardaí placed their support where everyone can see it. A photo posted on Twitter this morning shows a couple of Garda cars emblazoned in rainbow colours, along with the caption ‘We are really looking forward to participating in […]

7 years ago

Anyone who has watched the Katie Taylor documentary on Netflix will know that the boxer possesses a dry wit that often goes unnoticed. In the film, Katie throws out one-liners almost as often as punches, and yesterday she was at it again. When asked about her Sports Minister Shane Ross’ now infamous gatecrashing of her […]

7 years ago

Gimme fuel, gimme fire, gimme that setlist which I desire… Preparations are nearly complete for Metallica’s much-anticipated show at Slane Castle where 80,000 people are expected to watch the godfathers of metal strut their stuff on stage. It’s been nine years since the band last played on these shores and Slane will be the seventh […]

7 years ago

Wherever Donald Trump goes, the cameras follow and yesterday they followed him to Shannon Airport where the U.S President was greeted by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar. Before Donald flew off to Doonbeg, the two leaders sat down to answer questions from Irish and international reporters. Naturally, everything was picked up by the late-night TV circuit over […]

7 years ago

The eyes of the world were on Doonbeg in Co. Clare last night as Eric Trump and his brother Donald Jr. headed into town for a few scoops. The sons of U.S President represented their father on their night out and by all accounts they were greeted favourably by locals. They met with customers, posed […]

7 years ago

Father’s Day is nearly here and in keeping with tradition, most of us will forget until the day actually arrives. If you do want to be organised this year though, remember that this year’s dad dedication day is Sunday June 16 and those in the Galway area can take part in a fun event for […]

7 years ago

People in Dublin binge drink more prevalently than those in any other part of Ireland according to new CSO figures. The latest Regional SDGs, which were released today, found that 19% of Dubliners drink more than six units of alcohol per week, placing them ahead of people in the Border Counties where the figure is […]

7 years ago

Looking for a last-minute trip? Why not get in the car and head to Limerick? The Treaty County has always been home to great food, culture, nightlife and a whole heap of hidden gems, and it can now add the Liam McCarthy cup to the list after yesterday’s epic All-Ireland final victory over Galway. […]

7 years ago

The Bank Holiday is upon us and while the weather isn’t ideal, there’s still plenty of options for three or four days of fun. If you’re stuck for ideas, there are a range of events taking place around the country. From music festivals, to comedy shows to refreshing walks, everyone’s needs will be catered for […]

7 years ago

May 25 2005. 7.50pm BST. Liverpool have just slumped off the pitch at Istanbul’s Ataturk Stadium 3-0 down and it seems like their dream of winning their sixth European Cup is in shatters. Fast forward a couple of hours later and captain Steven Gerrard is lifting the Big Ears trophy after The Reds pulled the […]

7 years ago

Udderly ridiculous. BBC Radio Ulster presenter Stephen Nolan has shared a bizarre video of himself in his boxer shorts chasing a load of cows off his property and… well, that’s about it really. The 45-year-old posted the clip on Twitter along with the caption ‘I thought I was getting raided by the British army . […]

7 years ago

Things are going from bad to worse, folks. The weather this week has been fairly grim for the most part and to top it all off Met Éireann has this afternoon issued a status yellow weather warning for five counties. The weather advisory is valid for the rest of Wednesday until 11.59pm on Thursday and […]

7 years ago

The Bank Holiday is nearly upon us and that means most of the working population will be planning three days of rest, relaxation and er, pints. Of course, long weekends are so much nicer when the sun is shining and with temperatures set to hit 20 degrees on Friday, people will be jumping out of […]

7 years ago

There’s nothing better for hump night than a little bit of Louis Theroux and this evening RTÉ is showing one of his better documentaries. That’s quite a statement given Louis’ incredible back catalogue of top-notch TV but once you see Dark States – Murder In Milwaukee there’s a good chance you’ll reckon it’s one of his finest. […]

7 years ago

What a year it’s been so far for Mark Feehily. Not only has the Westlife star rejoined his bandmates for a 46-date summer tour, he also announced his engagement to Cailean O’Neill back in February. If that wasn’t enough, the singer has today acknowledged his own 39th birthday on Instagram along with the news that his […]

7 years ago