It’s not exactly Coachella but Irish fans of Fontaines D.C. will be delighted with the announcement of two shows here later this year. Earlier this month, it was confirmed that the band would be performing at the biggest music festival in the States and just a few weeks later, the lads will take to the […]

7 years ago

Katie Taylor and Ronan O’Gara are among the Irish sports stars paying tribute to Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna who lost their lives in a helicopter crash yesterday. Legendary LA Lakers basketball star Kobe, 41, and 13-year-old Gianna were among nine people who lost their lives in the accident which happened in the city […]

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Christy Dignam isn’t short of admirers here in Ireland and it seems he can add Liam Gallagher and his fiancée Debbie Gwyther to the list. The Oasis frontman has shared the couple’s love for the Aslan lead singer on Twitter, when asked his opinion on the Irish group by a fan. In what has become […]

7 years ago

Friday night means Graham Norton night and this evening’s episode sees the return of red sofa favourite Robert Downey Jr. Iron Man himself has appeared on the show on three previous occasions and each time his anecdotes have gone down well, with this story about himself and Jude Law working with Guy Ritchie on Sherlock […]

7 years ago

If you’ve undertaken Veganuary this year, you’re very much on the home straight at this stage. While some may have been completely converted, others will be looking forward to scoffing some of the treats they’ve denied themselves over the past few weeks once February 1 rolls around. If you’re struggling to wait that long, you […]

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The 2020 Women’s Six Nations is just around the corner and Ireland will be hoping for a big improvement on last year’s fifth place finish. Head coach Adam Griggs will hope that having three home fixtures will work in our favour as he looks to secure Ireland’s first Women’s Six Nations title since 2015. When […]

7 years ago

Rory McIlroy is a man used to high-profile sporting occasions but he got to enjoy one without the pressure of competing by taking in Conor McGregor v Donald Cerrone last night. The golfer was in attendance at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and looking at footage that he posted to his Instagram Stories, there […]

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While Watching Streak of a Saturday night might not be seen the trendiest of pursuits, the money that can be won on it certainly shouldn’t be scoffed at. Just appearing on the programme guarantees at least €10,000 and having recently had a ticket in the famous drum, courtesy of a lucky Christmas gift, this writer […]

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Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone may have lost to Conor McGregor last night but there’s one person who will always be by his side. After falling to the Dublin fighter within 40 seconds, Cerrone was being interviewed in the octagon before he was met by the familiar embrace of his loving grandmother, Jerry. In case you missed […]

7 years ago

Conor McGregor’s return to the UFC was a short-lived affair as he defeated Donald ‘Cowboy’ Cerrone within 40 seconds. McGregor secured a TKO victory over the U.S. fighter, in what was the Dubliner’s first UFC bout since losing to Khabib Nurmagomedov in October 2018. From the off, McGregor appeared to have the better of Cerrone, […]

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After a family rift, there’s nothing like packing up and getting away from it all and that’s what Prince William and Kate Middleton are planning to do, according to reports. The royal pair have been busy trying to keep a lid on Prince Harry and Meghan Markle wantaway situation and it seems like they’re picking […]

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Netflix isn’t short on true crime documentaries but when you throw in a person with as high a profile as Aaron Hernandez, it’s bound to attract a lot of attention. If you’re not familiar with Hernandez, that’s probably because you have little or no interest in American Football. Up until 2013, the tight end starred […]

7 years ago

When it comes to matters of the planet, there aren’t many with more expertise than David Attenborough. The affable nonagenarian has made his name as a trusted source of information on wildlife, the oceans and the ongoing climate crisis and he’s set to add another string to his TV bow with David Attenborough: A Life […]

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John, Paul, George and Ringo. A quartet that rolls off the tongue but it all could have been so different if Pete Best hadn’t left The Beatles. The original drummer for the iconic Liverpudlian group was on The Late Late Show last night and was happy to regale the audience with memories of his short-lived […]

7 years ago

When it comes to heading away with the other half, there’s nothing better than a few days of sun, sea and fine dining. Look no further than this absolute gem on the Sorrento Coast in Italy. While the whole stretch from Sorrento all the way down to Amalfi is widely-renowned for its scenic beauty, there’s […]

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RTÉ has revealed who’s on the Late Late this week and it’s fair to say it’s not a bad auld line-up at all. Rarely when we find out who’s on the Late Late do we see that an actual former Beatle will be chatting to Ryan Tubridy but that’s very much the case this week. […]

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It’s the dawn of a new era for the Ireland rugby team with incoming head coach Andy Farrell taking the helm for this year’s Six Nations. Joe Schmidt’s reign ended in disappointment with an underwhelming display at the World Cup in Japan which culminated in defeat to New Zealand at the quarter-final stage. Captain Rory […]

7 years ago

Johnny Sexton has been confirmed as Ireland captain for the upcoming Six Nations campaign which kicks off on Saturday, February 1 against Scotland. New head coach Andy Farell has named a 35-man squad for the annual tournament, which includes five uncapped players. They are Billy Burns and Tom O’Toole, both of Ulster, as well as […]

7 years ago

It’s exactly two years since Dolores O’Riordan passed away and Ireland lost one of its musical icons. On Monday, January 15 2018, the news was announced that The Cranberries singer had died in London at the age of 46, leading to countless tributes from fans and peers here in Ireland and around the world. Hailing […]

7 years ago

Have you ever just thought about packing up your desk, saying “see ya later” to your colleagues and swanning out of the office with no intention of ever going back? Well, now you can. Living on a remote island might be a dream for many but it could soon be a reality for you and […]

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In a week when The Wolfe Tones reached the top of the UK charts, it makes sense that there will be some Irish representation on tonight’s Graham Norton Show. The Corkman is back with his first line-up of 2020 and he will have a compatriot among his star-studded line-up in the form of Sharon Horgan, […]

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Back in the autumn of 2015, myself and my other half upped sticks and hit the rocky road to South America for three months of sightseeing, eating, drinking and pretty much lazing around in new and undiscovered cities. All in all, our trip took in four countries as we snaked our way from Argentina […]

7 years ago

With a dad who made a career out of hitting that back of the net, it’s no surprise that little Hudson Keane has inherited his old man’s nose for goal. The youngest son of Robbie Keane was handed the role of mascot alongside his older brother Robert Jr. ahead of Middlesbrough’s F.A. Cup third round […]

7 years ago

Settle down, First Dates fans, because the new series you’ve all been waiting for arrives on our screens tonight. Since first airing in 2016, First Dates Ireland has been one of RTÉ’s big hitters, providing countless memorable examples of singletons looking for love. As well as that, there have been plenty of cringeworthy moments that […]

7 years ago

Greg O’Shea has been in high demand since winning Love Island last summer and it seems he’s about to get even busier with a brand new show on Virgin Media. The Limerick man has been signed up to front The Late Tackle, an ‘entertainment show with a focus on rugby’, that is set to launch […]

7 years ago

The new decade is officially underway so it’s natural that the 2020s bucket lists are coming thick and fast. One company that certainly knows its stuff is Big 7 Travel, having previously acknowledged the beauty of the Aran Islands and shown plenty of appreciation for Pi Pizza in Dublin. The travel experts are now back […]

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As the rest of us settle into our desks after the Christmas break, Mad Men star Christina Hendricks has the right idea by taking a holiday in the west of Ireland. The six-time Emmy-nominated star has been busy updating her Instagram with pictures of herself in full winter garb wandering the grounds of Ashford Castle […]

7 years ago

Just a day after the Golden Globes wrapped up for another year, awards season rolls on with the announcement of the BAFTA nominees. Due to take place on Sunday, February 2, the BAFTAS are widely viewed as the most prestigious awards handed out by the British film industry and as has been customary in recent […]

7 years ago

Met Éireann has issued a status yellow wind warning to 17 counties with winds set to reach 100 km/h at times on Tuesday. The weather experts issued the advisory at 3pm today and it it’s valid for the counties of Donegal, Galway and Mayo from 1am until 8pm tomorrow. For this region, the forecasters warn […]

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The 77th Golden Globe Awards took place in Beverly Hills last night and as usual, there were plenty of talking points throughout the evening. Hosted for the fifth time by comedy writer turned professional edgelord Ricky Gervais, the ceremony kicked off with The Office star taking potshots at pretty much everybody in the room, leading […]

7 years ago

A new year usually brings new TV shows but sometimes old favourites like The Graham Norton Show are just what you need. The Corkman will be on our screens tonight as is customary on a Friday but tonight’s edition of his chat show will be a little different to what we’re used to. The episode […]

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Following the news that Marian Finucane passed away yesterday, RTÉ has confirmed that tonight’s Late Late Show will feature a segment dedicated to the legendary broadcaster. At around 6pm yesterday, the national broadcaster confirmed that the Dublin-born journalist had died suddenly at the age of 69. As is usually the case on Thursdays, audiences had […]

7 years ago

The time has come for a lot of us to get out of bed and spend the day doing something other than scoffing chocolate and watching old movies. This morning, people began trudging back to work for the first time in 2020 and if you’re feeling miserable about it you can take solace in the […]

7 years ago

For many people, Christmas is the only time they can really kick back and watch movies for a few days on end. Sometimes though, there are just too many to keep track of and your head can get a bit melted. Well, we’ve now come across the perfect solution. A genius by the name of […]

7 years ago

Renowned Santa tracker NORAD has confirmed that Santa Claus has left the North Pole to begin his annual journey around the world. The big man left his base at around 9.30am Irish time and will deliver presents to children in the likes of Tuvalu, South Korea and Singapore before hitting up mainland Europe and Ireland […]

7 years ago

If you’re planning on spending Christmas Eve watching TV then all your festive organising must already be done. Go, you. Now all you need is a comprehensive guide to what’s on the box today if you’re not in the mood to scroll Netflix for the next 12 hours. As always on December 24, there’s plenty […]

7 years ago

The Food Safety Authority has recalled 10 different types of pesto under the Sacla brand due to the possible presence of undeclared peanuts. The recall was issued yesterday because the product labels did not mention that the items could contain the peanuts. The issue adds that ‘the products are a possible health risk for anyone […]

7 years ago

Last night wasn’t a great one on the field for Connacht Rugby but it was a wonderful night off it as the club and its fans broke a world record. The Sportsground crowd became the largest ever gathering of people wearing a hi-vis jacket in one place with approximately 5,000 people decked out in bright […]

7 years ago

If you’re planning on doing some visiting on Christmas Day, you best make sure to do it before it gets dark. Otherwise, you’ll have to bring the brolly with you. That’s if Met Éireann’s Christmas Day forecast is to be believed. The experts are predicting a bright start to December 25 but have warned that […]

7 years ago

It’s been a big week for Laura Whitmore, with the Bray TV presenter set to take over from Caroline Flack as the host of the upcoming winter series of Love Island. Flack stood down from her role earlier this week after being charged with assault, making room for Whitmore to join her narrator boyfriend Iain […]

7 years ago

Picking a date is one of the most exciting aspects of planning a wedding but there’s a reason it takes so long to pin one down. You could have is set in stone only to realise it clashes with Aunty Mary’s annual bridge competition and of course, all hell will break loose. The most important […]

7 years ago

It’s been a busy 2019 for Katie Taylor but that didn’t stop her finding time to surprise a young fan on the Late Late Toy Show a few weeks back. The Olympic gold medalist was introduced to young boxing fanatic Ella Thompson and she delighted the youngster with a pair of signed gloves and the […]

7 years ago

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, with sports fans yelling and everyone drinking some beeeeer. Okay, it’s not quite as good as the original but we’re just so excited about all the sport on TV over Christmas. As with every other year, Christmas week is filled with competitive action, whether it be the […]

7 years ago

The last Late Late Show before Christmas is set to be an emotional one as the chat show pays tribute to legendary Dublin comedian Brendan Grace. Brendan’s death at the age 68 had the nation mourning back in July, with countless tributes and memories posted online as the news came through. Five months later, we’ll […]

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If you were to compile a list of the best Irish acting performances of the decade, Peter Coonan would obviously win followed closely by Saoirse Ronan. Coonan’s star turn as psychotic gangster Fran Cooney in Love/Hate had tongues wagging throughout the first half of the 2010s and while the success of Ronan is on a […]

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In September of next year, Stormzy takes to the 3 Arena stage for two dates of his 2020 H.I.T.H world tour. The UK rapper has always had an affinity for us here in Ireland and he’s proven that once again with his latest gesture for his Irish fans. Taking to Facebook, the 26-year-old has invited […]

7 years ago

Westlife singer Shane Filan has paid a touching tribute to his mother Mae, who passed away on Sunday. The Sligo native got in touch with fans over social media, posting a message which reads: ‘ Yesterday, Sunday 15th of December was the saddest day of my life. My mother Mae who was an incredible, beautiful […]

7 years ago

It’s doubtful that a ‘scattered snow shower’ was what Bing Crosby was referring to when he dreamed of a White Christmas all those years ago but it might just have to do. Weather Alerts Ireland has issued an update about the chances of snow falling on December 25 this year and while forecasts are still […]

7 years ago

As you check your phone for the 500th time today, spare a thought for those lived to tell the tale of life without mobile communication. It might be hard to believe for the whippersnappers out there but there was a time when the most efficient way of getting in touch with people was calling from […]

7 years ago

Call us crazy old romantics, but we thought we’d provide you with a list of the most romantic places to propose in Ireland. There’s absolutely no chance your significant other will be able to say ‘no’ if you propose at any of these romantic locations around Ireland. We’ve compiled the best places in the […]

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