Last year’s Brexit Vote has certainly hit a bum note around parts of Ireland and Sinn Féin  MEP Martina Anderson certainly made her own opinion quite clear at at a discussion on the topic at Monday’s meeting of the European Parliament. While telling those present in no uncertain terms that the Irish people won’t accept […]

10 years ago

What ever happened to sausages, rashers and a fried egg? A survey carried out by Aldi has revealed that spicy wedges, sausages covered in marmalade, guacamole, steak and even chilli flakes are now essential ingredients of a full Irish breakfast. In more comforting news, 39% of participants still view the humble sausage as the most important […]

10 years ago

A murder investigation is underway in India after the body of a 28-year-old Irish woman was found in Goa The Times Of India are reporting that the woman was found at a woody spot near some fields by a passer-by who notified the police.  Police are trying to ascertain whether a sexual assault took place.  The […]

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The Coast Guard has confirmed that the crew member rescued this morning off the coast of Mayo has died.  Captain Dara Fitzpatrick was one of four people on board. The other three occupants of the helicopter which went missing at 1am this morning in Blacksod, Co. Mayo have yet to be located.  According to RTE, […]

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There were high hopes and fond farewells at Dublin Airport this morning as Ireland’s largest ever delegation set off for the Special Olympics World Games in Austria. A 26-strong squad made up of six alpine skiers and two floorball squads along with 12 support staff in coaching, medical, logistics and mentoring roles accompany the athletes including […]

10 years ago

Irish fans planning on heading to Wales to support the Boys In Green on Monday October 9 will be glad to hear that Ryanair have announced six special flights following incredible demand from supporters. The flights to Cardiff are scheduled between October 8 and October 10 and, according to Ryanair, are selling out fast.  Check […]

10 years ago

A Facebook survey carried out by Love Irish Food has revealed Cork to be Ireland’s favourite food county. The Rebel County beat off stiff competition from Dublin, which finished second and Wexford which came in third. We reckon the coastal locations shared by the three counties may have had something to do with it.  In […]

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When Ed Sheeran announced he was releasing a track called ‘Galway Girl’, many assumed it was going to be a cover of the song written by Steve Earle and made famous by Mundy and Sharon Shannon.  It’s since been revealed that the only thing the two songs share is their title and they are actually […]

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Sinn Fein’s leader in Northern Ireland, Michelle O’Neill has called for a referendum on Northern Ireland splitting from the United Kingdom, Reuters are reporting. O’Neill told reporters: “Brexit will be a disaster for the economy, and a disaster for the people of Ireland. A referendum on Irish unity has to happen as soon a possible.” In […]

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Figures have been released which reveal just how much RTE spent on Nicky Byrne’s Eurovision adventure last year. According to the Irish Independent, the figures were revealed under the Freedom Of Information Act and totalled a staggering €337,000.  €64,657 was spent on travel costs including transport to and from Sweden and accommodation.  Former Westlife star […]

10 years ago

Bus Éireann has released a statement after talks with unions broke down at the at the Workplace Relations Committee. Commuters now face fresh misery as an all-out indefinite strike at the company now looks likely. Talks have been ongoing for the past seven days but the parties failed to reach an agreement. The full Bus Éireann statement […]

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One person has been rescued after a coast guard helicopter went missing around 10km west of Blacksod, Co. Mayo.  Three other people are yet to be located. The helicopter lost contact at around 1am this morning. Search continues #Rescue116 pic.twitter.com/F76A6ot6fT — Fergus Sweeney (@FergusMaSuibhne) March 14, 2017 LE Roisín now heading for search area. 1 […]

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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses after a serious assault in West Cork just after midnight on Saturday morning.  A man in his 30s suffered serious injuries during the incident outside a pub on Pearse Street in Clonakilty.  He is being treated at Cork University Hospital.  Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information to contact them on […]

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Autism is a condition which affects families throughout Ireland and is something that was highlighted on Friday’s edition of The Late Late Show. Tonight, a documentary entitled Autism And Me will showcase the everyday lives of those living with autism and how it affects themselves and their families.  RTE has released a trailer for the programme […]

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You can tell Enda spent four years as a primary school teacher.  While on a visit to Philadelphia over the weekend, the leader of Ireland was approached by an American TV reporter who asked for help in pronouncing the word ‘Taoiseach’. To be fair to the lad, he had a few decent efforts and all […]

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In terms of drinking pints, Paddy’s Day is usually up there with the most wonderful times of the year. This year, however, March 17 falls on a Friday which means some hardy souls will be out on the lash from Thursday and possibly all the way through to Sunday.  With this in mind, The Quays […]

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Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has stated that the party’s blueprints for a United Ireland are underway. In an interview with The Irish Times, Mr. Martin said that Fianna Fáil has outlined a 12-point plan which would help cross-border relations and aid the integration of the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland into one whole nation. Included in […]

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Paddy’s week officially begins today and you know what that means. Lots of videos celebrating the beauty of our own Emerald Isle. This latest offering from Tourism Ireland almost does our stunning little country justice (we say ‘almost’ because no camera can actually do that).  It focuses on the nature, personality and and craic of our […]

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Ireland manager Martin O’Neill has named his squad to take on Wales in a crucial World Cup qualifier on Friday March 24.  Included for the first time are Reading midfielder Liam Kerry and Brentford defender John Egan, who is the son of the Kerry GAA legend of the same name.  BREAKING: Martin O’Neill has named […]

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That’s probably two of your favourite things right there. Game Of Thrones bosses has confirmed that everyone’s favourite crooner Ed Sheeran will star in the upcoming series of the hit show.  Speaking at a panel discussion in Texas, co-creator David Benioff stated that the recruitment of Ed was meant to be a surprise for actor Maisie […]

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Any 90s kid worth their salt will remember Richie Kavanagh for his hit singles ‘Aon Focal Eile’ and ‘The Mobile Phone’.  The Carlow man is back to entertain the masses once more with a new song about flogging mattresses for renowned mattress-flogger Mattress Mick.  Check it out below but be warned, the catchy number is […]

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Worshippers in Derry got something of a shock yesterday when they were serenaded by an Elvis impersonator at their traditional Sunday service. The unorthodox performance was organised by Reverend Paul Hoey to look at the ‘spirtual’ aspect of Elvis’ music’.  Impersonator Andy Rogers entertained the congregation at St Canice’s Church in Eglinto with hits including […]

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Enda Kenny has announced a referendum which, if passed, will allow Irish citizens living abroad to vote in future Presidential elections.  Speaking from Philadelphia, Kenny stated that the decision was a “profound recognition of the importance that Ireland attaches to all of our citizens, wherever they may be.” As it stands, Irish emigrants are not […]

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There were emotional scenes in the RTE studios last night as popular sports presenter Des Cahill made his exit from the show.  Over the weeks, Des and his professional dancing partner Karen Byrne have entertained and bemused viewers alike with bizarre dance routines such as this one: Last night, the game was finally up for […]

10 years ago

Rumours have been circulating for months and it now looks like a clash between ‘The Notorious’ Conor McGregor and Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather may have taken a step closer. According to FloCombat, the T Mobile Arena in Las Vegas has been booked to host the most anticipated fight in the history of combat sports with the […]

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It seems to be one of those ‘will I, won’t I?’ kind of nights.  You’re broke, it’s Paddy’s Day next week and the sofa looks very tempting.  But you know what else? F*ck it! Here’s why you should get on WhatsApp and get the squad together: 1. It’s Friday for God’s sake Need we say […]

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Jaysus Christ, we knew we were all mad about Ed Sheeran in Ireland but this taking the bleedin’ cake. Like, we definitely have problem.  Ed Sheeran songs currently make up ALL of the Top 16 singles in the Irish charts. That must be some sort of record. If anyone knows for sure, please let us know.  […]

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An elderly couple in their 70s were tied up by raiders in their Armagh home last night.  They were threatened with a poker at their house in the Portadown Road area of Tandragee at around 9.30pm last night.  Cash was taken from the home before the couple were locked in the bathroom.  The PSNI said the […]

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If Lee Chin wanted to make his mark on Canadian ice hockey, it looks like his job is done. The Wexford hurler has spent some time in the country recently, training with the Vacncouver Canucks as part of RTE sports-swap show, The Toughest Trade. Lee made some comments about drinking culture in the sport as […]

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A female jewellery shop assistant suffered a horrific ordeal yesterday morning when a man entered the store and threatened her with a knife. She was also thrown to the ground by the assailant, who was wearing a blue puffy jacket and light blue bottoms, and dragged to the cash register. According to the Irish Independent, […]

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Over half of Irish workplaces have banned the use of all or some social media.  According to a new survey carried out by Ricoh Ireland, 500 Irish workers were questioned on social media rules at work.  The findings revealed 56% have prohibited the use of some form of social media. 47% of the workplaces ban […]

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What a great time to live in Cork.  The city is set to be treated to a pile of new restaurants in the coming weeks.  First and foremost, the much anticipated opening of Dublin burger institution Bunsen takes place this weekend on French Church Street.  Academy Street will be home to a branch of Dublin-based falafel […]

10 years ago

Prison Break fans, we hope you’re sitting down.  The show has dropped a new trailer for it’s firth series and it looks intense. It seems to suggest that much of the season will not take place behind bars and focuses a lot on Michael and Lincoln which of course we welcome.  The new series begins on […]

10 years ago

Well that didn’t take long. Tickets for the 2017 Longitude Festival came out at 9am today and the festival have just announced on Twitter that the Saturday tickets are already sold out. Saturday day tickets are now sold out. A limited number of weekend, 2 day tickets and Friday and Sunday day tickets are still […]

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We suppose ‘Anti-Austerity Alliance’ was a bit of a mouthful.  From today the group will be known by the much simpler name of ‘Solidarity’.  ‘Solidarity ‘(we better get used to it) TD Paul Murphy told the Irish TImes: “We think the name Solidarity is more appropriate – our current struggles are not just economic, but […]

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Planning on heading out and about this Paddy’s Day? You may want to read this. AA Roadwatch have kindly provided us with information on all the modes of transport you can think of for the celebration of our national feast and it’s well worth reading: The main news in Dublin is the DART will be […]

10 years ago

The evenings are getting brighter, the temperature is picking up and soon the beer gardens will be overflowing. Spring is here and we reckon it’s time to start planning some road trips. And if theses photos sent in by Norbert Barat are anything to go by, the Cliffs of Moher will be our first port […]

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It would have to be the home of the GAA. In celebration of ‘Seachtain na Gaeilge’, Thurles Farmers Market is going ‘as Gaeilge’ this Saturday.  According to the Tipperary Star, a morning of Irish music, song and dance is promised with 60 students from Gaelscoil Bhride set to perform on the day.  The market are encouraging people to […]

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It seems like festival season is very much underway with nearly every news story we bring you being a gig or headline announcement. Hey, we’re not complaining. Are you? Thought not. The Longitude Festival announced last week that Mumford And Sons and The Weeknd will be heading Saturday and Sunday this year and today they […]

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We can’t decide whether to pick and choose or just go for the whole feckin’ weekend.  The increasingly popular Sea Sessions Surf Music Festival in Bundoran have just announced who’ll be headlining the 2017 festival and on what days. Here’s all you need to know: Friday June 23 will see dance duo Sigma take to […]

10 years ago

A national water protest has been announced for April 8.  Organisers Right2Water are hoping that the demonstration will lead to water charges being scrapped for good.  They hope to gather tens of thousands of people in Dublin next month in order to make their feelings known. Water Charges have been a contentious issue since they […]

10 years ago

If Newstalk is your radio station of choice at the weekends then take note.  The company has announced some changes to their Saturday and Sunday schedules. One major change will see Bobby Kerr presenting a new magazine style show on Sunday mornings in addition to his regular ‘Down to Business’ programme on Saturdays. As well as that, […]

10 years ago

While the world celebrated International Women’s Day yesterday, a small number of begrudgers took to social media to question why there was no such thing as International Men’s Day. International Men’s Day is celebrated on November 19th as a number of people were quick to point out, including The Rubberbandits.  The question must be asked, […]

10 years ago

Foil Arms & Hog have been entertaining us for quite a while now but we must say their latest vid is up their with some of our favourites. It’s one we can all relate to and depicts a couple of lads trying to catch a shnakey glimpse of another fella while out for a coffee.  […]

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As perhaps the biggest legend in Irish rugby history, Brian O’Driscoll is well used to picking up a few bumps and bruises on the pitch.  The former Irish captain and record try-scorer probably thought retirement would be a safe haven from the dangers of international rugby but judging by a snap he’s shared on Instagram […]

10 years ago

Ah, Paddy’s Day traditions. You dust off your finest green leprechaun hat, head to the parade, and neck a few pints of the black stuff. Oh, and you tweet a few selfies along with a special St. Patrick’s Day emoji. Of course.  That’s the idea Twitter have had as they launch a new range of […]

10 years ago

Great news for fans of Irish comedy as multiple IFTA-nominated flick ‘The Young Offenders’ has been added to Irish Netflix.  The film, which has received rave reviews from audiences and critics alike, stars Alex Murphy and Chris Walley as a couple of Cork ne’er-do-well’s who get caught up in massive cocaine seizure. Yesterday, it was announced […]

10 years ago

Irishman Nick Dwyer has been rescued from the after his yacht capsized off the Australian coast.  Nick (55), along with French woman Barbara Heftman (40) were traveling from New Zealand to Australia as part of a year-long circumnavigation of the globe.  Irishman Nick Dwyer & french woman Barbara Heftman survived 5 days stranded at sea […]

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Joe Schmidt has named the 15 men charged with slaying the dragons of Wales in Cardiff on Friday night. The big news with regards changes to the starting line-up… there are precisely zero changes to the starting line-up.  Here’s the @IrishRugby team for Friday night in Wales #WALvIRE #TeamOfUs #RBS6Nations pic.twitter.com/YzpIV8gSUK — Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) […]

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Dubliners will be well aware of the meaty treats that capital institution Bunsen provides and it looks like the burger chain are about to share the wealth. They’ve announced on social media that they’ll be opening another branch somewhere in Ireland but can you guess where? View this post on Instagram A post shared by […]

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