Contrary to what social media tells us, there’s no such thing as a perfect couple. Every relationship has got its issues and the causes of them are wide and varied.  A new study by dating site eHarmony has revealed the biggest causes for problems in relationships and if you’ve been shacked up with a special […]

9 years ago

The Rose of Tralee has come a long way from its humble beginnings in 1959 to the social media sensation it is today. That’s in no small part down to the level of female contestants who have graced the festival over the years, but what of the lads who stand by their side throughout the week? […]

9 years ago

With Oscar buzz starting to build up before next month’s Academy Awards, we’re currently seeing a lot of nominees doing the chat show rounds before the big night.  Representing the Emerald Isle on the circuit is Carlow’s own Saoirse Ronan who will be hoping to win her first Oscar at the third time of asking […]

9 years ago

Republic Of Ireland midfielder Wes Hoolahan has confirmed his retirement from international football.  Speaking to The Herald, the Norwich City man said “it wasn’t an easy decision to make, to retire, but I feel it’s one I had to make and this is the right time to do it.” Hoolahan won 43 caps for Ireland […]

9 years ago

The Young Offenders hasn’t even been aired here yet and the BBC has already commissioned it for another series.  The spin-off from the hit movie is due to be shown on RTÉ 2 tonight before airing on BBC 1 after The Graham Norton Show tomorrow night. The BBC has now announced that six more episodes […]

9 years ago

There are some foods out there which don’t sit well with certain people. For example, there are some folks who can’t even be in the same room as a brussels sprout while the sight of eggs are enough to make others heave.  But this guy on First Dates Ireland shocked us all by declaring that there […]

9 years ago

The Food Safety Authority Of Ireland has released reasons for the closure of certain food premises in Ireland throughout January.  In the report, the Lam Inn Takeaway in Dublin’s Dolphin’s Barn was found to have had ‘human excrement’ overflowing from the food workers’ toilet which staff were standing in ‘thereby carrying it into food preparation […]

9 years ago

When it comes to finding a perfect lover, a number of factors are often considered. Do they comfort you when you’re feeling low? Could you spend an entire week cosying up to them? Can they keep you satisfied for hours on end in the bedroom? You’ll be hard pushed to find a person who ticks […]

9 years ago

Sinn Féin leader Gerry Adams is the subject of a new two-part documentary which starts tonight on TV3.  Veteran broadcaster Vincent Browne will front Gerry Adams: War, Peace and Politics which is set to be an in-depth look at the role Adams has played in Irish history touching on the Troubles in Northern Ireland, the peace process […]

9 years ago

With a combination of the post-Christmas blues and the miserable weather we get here, January is becoming an increasingly popular time for Irish people to book a getaway.  But which destinations are people flocking to in order to escape the real world for a while? Travel Counsellors Ireland reports that people are starting to go […]

9 years ago

Of all the bizarre stories to come out about Conor McGregor in recent times, this one ranks somewhere in the middle.  The MMA star has become embroiled in a dispute with Estée Lauder’s make-up brand MAC over his application to trademark the nickname ‘Mystic Mac’.  According to the Irish Independent, McGregor’s application to the European Union Intellectual […]

9 years ago

Tributes have been pouring in today for English actor John Mahoney who has passed away at the age of 77. Best known for his role as Martin Crane in the much-loved sitcom Frasier, Mahoney was born in Blackpool to an Irish family in 1940. Given his Irish roots, it’s no surprise that the star had a love […]

9 years ago

Here in Ireland, we all know not to cross Roy Keane if he’s in bad form. While the former Republic Of Ireland captain appears to have mellowed in recent years, in his younger days his temper could be switched on with the flick of a switch.  On one such occasion, that switch was former Manchester […]

9 years ago

Winning the Lotto is something that most of us have dreamt of at one point or another but the chances of us actually being successful are fairly slim. Still, sometimes it’s nice to imagine what we’d blow all that cash on if we did get lucky one day. Imagining is about as far as most […]

9 years ago

It has been confirmed that the Northern Ireland football team will take on the Republic in an international friendly later this year.  Martin O’Neill’s side will host their rivals at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on Thursday November 15.  ???? Thursday 15 November 2018⚽️ Northern Ireland v @FAIreland ???? Aviva Stadium, Dublin.➡️ https://t.co/KFdlHDWM9E ⬅️ #GAWA — Northern Ireland […]

9 years ago

Train passengers around Ireland could be facing travel chaos in the near future after the National Bus And Rail Union announced plans to ballot drivers on the prospect of an all-out strike.  According to the Irish Independent, the dispute is as a result of a row of driver training. The company is accused of forcing drivers to […]

9 years ago

If you feel like having your funny bone tickled this Friday night you could do worse than tune in to tonight’s movie on RTÉ 2. Tropic Thunder is one of the last movies of the true ‘Frat Pack’ era of the 2000s when it seemed like Ben Stiller and/or some of his comedy cohorts were […]

9 years ago

In the modern age when we stumble upon someone we’ve never heard of, the first thing we usually do is head straight for the internet to find out more about them.  That’s exactly what American Reddit user twogunsalute did in order to gain more information on Irish chef and TV personality Donal Skehan. The original post reads: ‘Is […]

9 years ago

Dry January is now a distant memory so it’s time to prepare for what February has to offer – pints, rugby and more pints.  The Six Nations gets underway this weekend and as always, Ireland are in with a shout of taking home the prize. The bookies have us down as 6/4 second favourites behind England […]

9 years ago

Domhnall Gleeson has really come to the fore in recent years as one of Ireland’s most likeable representatives in Hollywood. If you were ever in doubt as to why, then this little clip should persuade you.  The Dubliner really speaks for all the Tadhgs, Niamhs and Áines out there when he lets his frustration boil over after […]

9 years ago

Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews announced their engagement earlier today and it’s fair to say people are fairly impressed with Spencer’s choice of ring.  The Made In Chelsea star popped the question to the Dubliner backstage after a performance of The Lion King in London’s West End. The happy couple both posted the same picture to their […]

9 years ago

With Dry January now over, it might be tempting to head out on the jar on Friday night but The Late Late Show has thrown a spanner in the works with this week’s guest. On the eve of the 2018 Six Nations, Ireland rugby legend Brian O’Driscoll will be cosying up to Ryan to discuss our prospects in […]

9 years ago

The HSE has confirmed that 55 people have died from flu in Ireland so far this winter. The majority were over the age of 65 while less than 10 were children.  HSE Director of Public Health, Dr John Cuddihy said that the flu season will last for “a further nine to 10 weeks before it […]

9 years ago

It’s fair to say that anyone who traveled to France in the summer of 2016 is just about recovered by now so it’s time to start planning the next sporting trip.  The Republic Of Ireland’s qualification for Euro 2016 collided with a time when social media was at its peak and it seemed like every day […]

9 years ago

A painful leg cramp while you’re in the midst of a peaceful slumber is about as welcome as kick up the arse. But what causes these random instances of agony and how can we prevent them? The answer to the latter question is a lot simpler than the former. The reason for nighttime leg cramps is […]

9 years ago

Famed U.S. music producer Quincy Jones has claimed that ‘Ireland is so racist it’s frightening’ in a wide-ranging interview with GQ magazine.  The 84-year-old is known for producing countless high-profile albums, notably Michael Jackson’s Off The Wall, Thriller and Bad. In an at times bizarre article published yesterday, Jones says that he has 22 girlfriends around […]

9 years ago

Last night, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar announced that a referendum on abortion will take place before the end of May this year. The wording of the referendum will seek to replace the Eighth Amendment with a new constitutional provision that allows the government to legislate for abortion.  Not only is the news dominating headlines here at home, […]

9 years ago

The Real Slim Shady will be getting plenty of extra shade from across the Irish Sea this summer after he made an announcement about upcoming UK shows earlier today.  Eminem will play TWO dates at London’s Twickenham Stadium on July 14 and 15 but so far he seems to have ignored his Irish fans. The UK […]

9 years ago

Charlie Lawson, best known to soap fans as Coronation Street‘s Jim McDonald, has raised a few chuckles with his online antics in recent times. Take, for example, his battle cries while following his beloved Northern Ireland football team during Euro 2016 in France.  While most of his posts seem to be intended in good spirit, the […]

9 years ago

Bono and U2 have never been shy about getting involved in political issues and their performance at last night’s Grammy Awards proved no different.  The Irish lads took to the stage in front of the impressive backdrop of New York’s Statue Of Liberty to perform their song Get Out Of Your Own Way and shared an […]

9 years ago

The funeral arrangements of Dolores O’Riordan have been confirmed. The Cranberries star will be laid to rest at a private family burial on Tuesday of next week. This will follow Requiem Mass at 11.30am on the same day at St. Ailbe’s Church in Ballybricken, Co.Limerick, where Dolores was brought up.  Before that, there will be a public […]

9 years ago

With Friends now on Netflix and countless old American comedies such as The Simpsons (when it was good, RIP) and Fresh Prince Of Bel Air constantly repeated out tellyboxes, there was still one classic sitcom missing. Until now.  There was a time when we couldn’t turn on E4 without seeing old episodes of surreal hospital comedy Scrubs and […]

9 years ago

The HSE has released an updated version of its ‘red zone’ map which indicates that the Aussie Flu is now widespread throughout every part of Ireland.  The worrying infographic shows that during the week of January 8 to 14, every part of the Republic Of Ireland reported ‘widespread influenza activity’. Compare this to the previous […]

9 years ago

Feeling a bit grouchy and uninspired this morning? Time to put the kettle on.  According to Metro, A new study conducted by Peking University has found that drinking tea can instantly put people in a good mood which can then spark a boost in creativity. via GIPHY The two conclusions were found by monitoring 50 students, half of whom […]

9 years ago

Are you a fan of sleeping face down? You might want to reconsider that before hitting the hay tonight. Dermatologist Purvisha Patel has spoken to Men’s Health about common nighttime mistakes which damage our skin and cause us to age overnight.  via GIPHY One of the mistakes highlighted is sleeping on your face… Dr. Patel says that […]

9 years ago

After months of uncertainty, Republic Of Ireland manager Martin O’Neill has spoken about his ongoing contract situation with the FAI.  Last week, O’Neill was heavily linked to the vacant managerial position at English Premier League side Stoke City but in an interview released last night on the FAI’s official Twitter account, the Derryman said that […]

9 years ago

Storm Fionn is causing havoc this morning as snow, winds and ice grip the nation.  Motorists are advised to drive with caution as road conditions are hazardous nationwide while an orange gale warning was issued this morning for all Irish coasts.  Past 3 hours of radar showing heavy wintry showers more widespread and frequent in […]

9 years ago

Last week saw the much-anticipated return of First Dates Ireland and as always it led to plenty of debate around the country. The second episode of the third series looks like it will be no different when it airs tonight. In a teaser clip sent out by RTÉ 2 on Twitter, Canadian barman Ethan and Croatian maître […]

9 years ago

Getting a full hour for your lunch today? Consider yourself lucky. A new survey carried out by Subway has revealed that 58% of Irish workers are taking less than 30 minutes for their lunch every day while only 15% of the 300 respondents are taking their full hour. The average length of an Irish lunch break […]

9 years ago

Brittany Ferries has announced that it will be opening the first ever direct ferry route from Ireland to Spain.  According to the Irish Independent, the French company will provide two direct return sailings weekly from Cork to Santander in Northern Spain starting from the end of April. The ship will be known as ‘The Connemara’ and […]

9 years ago

Ireland and the wider world is still reeling from the news that The Cranberries lead singer Dolores O’Riordan has died at the age of 46.  The Limerick native passed away in her hotel room in London yesterday and tributes have been pouring in from fans, bandmates and famous names from the world of music and entertainment.  […]

9 years ago

If you listen carefully tomorrow you’ll be able to hear the sound of beer cans opening and desserts being scraped from bowls. That’s because January 17 is when people generally decide to pack in their New Year’s resolutions. The information comes from food delivery app Deliveroo. It revealed that every year on this date it sees a […]

9 years ago

This is the scientific research that we’ve been waiting for our whole lives… Research from Washington State University and Harvard has found that there’s a chemical called resveratrol in wine which stops fat cells gaining more fat in the body, thus making you more skinny. Yes, we know resveratrol looks like the word reverse, and […]

9 years ago

Looking for a great movie to watch this Sunday night? Look no further.  TV3 is airing 2002 Irish drama The Magdalene Sisters and if you’ve never seen it you’re missing out a movie which holds a 90% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes to this day.  The harrowing film tells the story of three teenage girls […]

9 years ago

Time to get excited, festival heads. Concert promoters POD have teased a brand new music event which is set to take place this summer.  Located at the stunning Curraghmore House in Co. Waterford, the festival will take place on August 3,4 and 5 of this year according to a teaser tweet sent out today.  https://t.co/6RCGcDnXdF […]

9 years ago

Women might not believe it but us men have to put up with an awful lot of shite.  A new survey conducted by low-calorie alcohol company Skinny Brands has revealed the 10 worst things about being a bloke and we have to say number one isn’t that surprising.  So what issue makes lads fret more […]

9 years ago

Movie fans will be drooling if Quentin Tarantino gets his desired cast for his upcoming film about the life of Charles Manson.  According to The Guardian, Leonardo DiCaprio has already signed up to star in the as yet untitled movie and is expected to appear alongside his Wolf Of Wall Street co-star Margot Robbie.  Tarantino is also keen to […]

9 years ago

Not many people can honestly say they’ve never dozed off during a lazy Friday night watching ”The Late Late Show’. It’s not often you see the same happening to an audience member though so when it does it definitely won’t go unnoticed. Unfortunately for Twitter user @smaishling, the camera caught her squeezing in 40 winks […]

9 years ago

In this day and age anyone can become a legend at the click of a button and that’s exactly what happened to Richy Sheehy earlier this week.  The Cork comedian went viral after posting a video of himself in the guise of character Kevin Murphy, AKA Cork’s biggest Liverpool FC fan.  The song is an […]

9 years ago

Hollywood star Liam Neeson has spoken of an apparent “witch hunt” in Hollywood over recent sexual abuse allegations. The Ballymena man was speaking to Ryan Tubridy on The Late Late Show last night and said that actors “do silly things” when doing a play or on set.  Specifically, the Michael Collins star spoke about allegations […]

9 years ago