At least five people have died after a plane carrying officials from the EU border agency crashed in Malta. The light aircraft went down shortly after take-off from Malta International Airport at around 7.20am local time (6.20am GMT) this morning. The flight was heading for the city of Misrata, Libya and there was no confirmation of the nationality […]

10 years ago

A new survey, carried out by motorist insurer, The AA, has found that 68% of Irish motorists believe those found guilty of drink-driving offences should have their names published on a live register. However, that survey also showed that almost half of drivers say such a move would not affect their driving behaviour – they stated that this was because […]

10 years ago

No one claimed this weekend’s Lotto Jackpot, worth a cool €4,540,266. However, one lucky winner did manage to win the top Lotto Plus 2 prize of €250,000 – and we’re not at all jealous… Have you checked your ticket?! The ticket was sold in the North West, and the numbers were: 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 46 […]

10 years ago

If there’s one thing we love more than one dog, it’s loads of dogs.  And if there’s any time we need loads of dogs more, it’s a dark October Monday morning. Check out these pups having the time of their lives at doggy day care in Positive Dog Training out in Sandyford. That’s only gotten us thinking one […]

10 years ago

Aer Lingus’ North America flight prices have just been released and just in time – as we’re absolutely sweatin’ for a holiday. Prices come in at just €209 for New York, Newark and Connecticut. WE KNOW! Check out all prices below. Ever wanted to see LA? Well now’s your chance… The fares above are each way and […]

10 years ago

Have you noticed this image on your Facebook page today?  Wondering what it’s all about? Well, we’re here to give you the full scoop. What is it? The Orionid shower is created by debris from Halley’s Comet that comes into contact with the Earth every year, some time around October. This is the point in the […]

10 years ago

Now the whole of Ireland can have their very own 500 Days Of Summer montage. If you’ve bought a house spruced up your flat or been in any way curious over the past few years, chances are you’ve made your way to Ballymun to sample the delights of Dublin, and Ireland’s, only Ikea superstore.  But […]

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A number of shots were fired earlier today at a house in Rathpeacon, County Cork that had a number of very scared children inside. It is believed that up to six bullets were fired at the front door of the house in which the family were living. Thankfully, the occupants had a miraculous escape and there were no injuries […]

10 years ago

The Celtic Phoenix is bringing with it both good news and bad news for property buyers, as prices of housing around the country are set to soar. The rate of increase in property prices has picked up, with prices surging outside Dublin. Two separate reports (myhome.ie and daft.ie) indicate that prices are set to increase in excess of 5% for 2016. […]

10 years ago

Last year we found out Pringles was adding a few batches of sweet flavoured crisps to its lineup, including flavours like white chocolate, pecan pie, and salted caramel.  This obviously went superbly well for them as for their Christmas range this year they’re bringing out two of the three mentioned above again, as well as one other. What’s the new […]

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So, yep. It’s official. All of your nightmares have come true.  Twitter user @ZacCrueger took to the social media network to show the world just how ready his uncle is for Hallowe’en.  Using a drone and an old Halloween decoration, his older relative has been flying the creation around his neighbourhood. And it looks like this. …so […]

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Funnyman David O’Doherty has done it again. The twitter king is currently in Belfast touring with his new laugh-out-loud handbook Danger Is Everywhere. And while he was there, he spotted this beauty… Very happy to be back in Belfast! pic.twitter.com/1Ww8VRUOzB — David O’Doherty (@phlaimeaux) October 20, 2016 A photograph that will resonate with anyone who’s […]

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We’ve done it. We’ve only gone and found the most Irish article that’s ever been. And here it is, in all its fantastic glory… Are you dying? We’re dying. It’s so fantastic. Big thanks to equally fantastic newspaper The Anglo Celt, for keeping us as up-to-date with the hircine world as goatly possible. Goat on! […]

10 years ago

Cork comedian Ross Browne is the epitome of gas man. His Facebook videos are absolutely brilliant, but it’s the perfection of this X Factor one that’s truly caught our eye. Isn’t it spot on?! Take a bow, Ross. Take a bow.  READ NEXT: A Member Of One Of Ireland’s Most Famous Families Is In The Final […]

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While Big Brother Italy may not have been on your radar before, it will be now as one of Ireland’s famous families is currently second-favourite to win. Irish model Alessia Macari is competing for the grand prize of €100,000 in the final on November 7on Italian telly. Alessia (23) grew up in Dublin, but spent her summers in Italy […]

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Internationally famous comedian Amy Schumer has penned an open letter to the people who walked out of her show in Florida, due to derogatory comments she made about Donald Trump during her set. At her show on Tuesday in New York’s Madison Square Garden, Schumer did not hold back, and had this to say about the “orange, sexual-assaulting, fake-college-starting monster.” In […]

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Booking a time to fly can be a nightmare. With weather, annual leave and ticket prices to consider (as well as the usual airplane ticket scam websites) the whole process could turn you off the holiday altogether. However, booking flights months in advance usually means the cheapest option, right? Not necessarily. Google’s new flight-searching tool has taken […]

10 years ago

Anthony Foley’s passing has shaken the whole country to its core. His shock death happened in Paris earlier in the week, and Munster, Rugby and sporting fans have been commemorating the head coach ever since.  Radio stations around the country are planning a wonderful tribute this Friday 21 at midday – playing The Fields of Athenry for […]

10 years ago

Munster head coach Anthony Foley, passed away this week of a pulmonary oedema caused by a heart rhythm disorder. The player, coach and team advisor for the province was seen as a gentle soul, strong character and shoulder to rely on. His presence will be missed by team and country, and this can be seen by the […]

10 years ago

Been noticing a serious lack in modern rural Irish comedy from your life lately? You are not alone, my friend. We all have.  And Martin’s Life creator has decided to take us out of our misery and inform us as to why we haven’t seen the incredible series brighten up the internet as of late. The writer, producer […]

10 years ago

A boil water notice has been issued for areas served by the Mid Galway Public Water Supply Scheme, due to contaminated water deemed unsafe to consume.  Irish Water and Galway County Council have issued the notice on the advice of the Health Service Executive. Water must be boiled for drinking, drinks made with water, preparing washed-foods […]

10 years ago

Munster Rugby Team has confirmed that Saturday’s Champions Cup game against Glasgow at Thomond Park will go ahead. Yesterday, the province, who are in modified training as they deal with the passing of head coach Anthony Foley at the weekend, cancelled Saturday’s match but indicated they would fulfil the European tie at 1pm this Saturday. The news was […]

10 years ago

Love him or loathe him, JB knows how to cause a fuss. A dirty glass that apparently has been used by teen heartthrob Justin Bieber is on sale on eBay with bidding currently standing at more than €72,000. Let’s just take that in… More than €72,000. The glass comes from a pub at the Kings Oak Hotel in Essex, […]

10 years ago

Life gets pretty tough past September in Ireland. The sun goes down and never comes back up, your toes are constantly freezing, and your cheeks may potentially turn black and fall off.  But hey, at least there’s bed. Right? Right. So we’ve put together a list of the easiest ways to keep that body heat […]

10 years ago

Connor Waite of Woodchurch Estate, Wirral, UK went to Ibiza on July 30 with 18 other lads for a week of fun, frolics and tomfoolery – like all young lads do.  Except, on this holiday, Connor had a slightly different experience to his troop of, albeit merry, men. Connor told Lovin Dublin of his escapades: Out all […]

10 years ago

BettingPro has recently reported that national polls have shown a healthy lead for the Democratic candidate, with The Donald’s campaign running into scandal after scandal.  Betting giants Paddy Power believe it’s a done deal and that Hillary is an absolute certainty to occupy the Oval Office, so much so that they’re willing to put their neck on the line up to the value […]

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The Wicklow-based world famous Ardmore Studios has been put on the market for sale. Ardmore Studios, which opened in 1958, states that it is the only media hub capable of providing production, post-production and support services for full-length feature films and TV productions in Ireland. The studio has played host to a number of high-profile productions in the past, including […]

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Five refugees, including a three-year-old girl were discovered in a shipping container in Wexford yesterday evening.  The discovery was made at around 6pm when Gardaí were asked to attend the company’s base in New Ross. A spokesperson for the Gardaí Síochána confirmed that four adults, all in their 20s, and one child were discovered inside the container which […]

10 years ago

An incredible lunar rainbow – i.e. a ‘moonbow’ – was spotted in Yorkshire, and it’s maybe one of the most incredible sky viewings we’ve ever seen.  Ben Gwynne of 159 Photography took the sensational shots on the moors above Skipton, Yorkshire, Sunday night. He went to take a photo of the supermoon that lit up over the skies […]

10 years ago

Long time London-based Corknonian Graham Norton was full of praise for broadcaster Ryan Tubridy’s show last night, despite being direct TV rivals for the same target audience.  Norton, at a recent event for Easons, was asked if he thought the guests on The Late Late Show were of the same calibre as those he secured. You cannot compare. They […]

10 years ago

Cheese is universally acknowledged as the angel atop the beloved food pyramid, and if you’re not particularly fond of the dairy diamond in the rough, then we’re sure that one of your nearest and dearest would easily swap a chocolate-based dessert for something a little…stinkier.  Now science has found that there’s a genuine genetic reason for your tendency to […]

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If you’ve been living under a rock, you may be surprised to learn that the ever-powerful Pound Sterling has just nosedived to an all-time low.  The plummet has been happening since the very start of this year, long before Brexit came into effect, but fears over Britain’s departure from the EU have now caused the currency to hit the lowest value in 168 years.  Photo cred: www.economicshelp.org […]

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At times, it seems like Ireland is almost like one big family.  We all know each other, look the same and all seemed to go through the exact same childhood. Yes, we ALL had sherry trifle after Christmas dinner, and got a told by our siblings that we were adopted.  But these are just the tip of the iceberg, here […]

10 years ago

With Christmas just under a week away, it’s very easy to get wrapped up in materialism and things that just don’t matter in the bigger picture.   But, thanks to the world showing some serious compassion these days – there are people really stepping up the plate, showing wonderful examples of compassion, decency and kindness. An example of […]

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Check Derry out! This Christmas Jumper World Record attempt hit the streets of Derry yesterday – with santas, elves and reindeer as far as the eye can see. More than 3,473 people were needed to have taken part in order to break the existing record, which is held by the American city of Kansas. The total […]

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TV3’s excellent show ‘The Restaurant’ is returning to TVs in 2017.  From its home in the Marco Pierre White Courtyard, Bar & Grill in Donnybrook, world famous chef, Marco, re-joins resident critic Tom Doorley and a guest critic each week.  Everyone’s favourite maitre’d John Healy will also be returning with well-known faces Stephen McAllister, Gary […]

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A great week for The Emerald Isle.  Ireland was named Europe’s best destination at the annual Travel Weekly annual Readers Choice Awards this weekend – beating off tough competition from England, France, Italy, Germany and Spain.  Travel Weekly is the leading weekly newspaper for American travel agents and travel professionals, with some 15,000 of its readers having voted in the various categories earlier this year.  […]

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Just another example of how fantastic a resource An Garda Síochána’s Twitter updates are.  Check out this truly brilliant photo of the Ennis Community Policing Tea Party from this weekend.  Nathan Carter was a big hit at the Ennis Community Policing Tea Party witha few of the local women enjoying his company. pic.twitter.com/vgvjECwJkO — An […]

10 years ago

We absolutely love this.  Spotted by Reddit user Lughnasadh, this deadly photograph lifted our hearts on a dark Monday morning.   The post is entitled: ‘Someone’s adopted a Christmas Tree in Glendalough‘, and it could be due to a new wave of families and couples living in apartments that might appear too small for a tree.  […]

10 years ago

The best Christmas song this world has ever seen has just been Carpool Karaoke’d. A surprise Christmas version of the iconic bit hit screens last night leaving us reeling as the greatest seasonal reveal TV as ever seen happened without us even being a little bit aware.  Mariah makes a seasonal return along with Adele, Lady Gaga, Selena Gomez, […]

10 years ago

A picture of an envelope was, just this week, sent to An Post’s Facebook page, and we haven’t been able to stop thinking about it since.  Check out this beauty: We KNOW.  The iconic postman has since been named as Mr. Celcius Sheridan (slick name) and has had his pictures posted on the page too. […]

10 years ago

Yes, you read right. RTÉ’s infamously brilliant show, Popstars, is now back on the player – available for all the world to see. The clip we’re obviously most excited for is a young (16 year old, to be exact) Nadine Coyle, lying to the nation about her age in order to secure her place in […]

10 years ago

Oh, Ireland.  We spotted this on the ever-informative Garda Traffic Twitter page, and spat out our tea with disbelief.  Check it out for yourself.  Galway:Truck driver observed dinner in left hand & fork in right hand while driving.No break taken & over daily drive limit. Next stop court pic.twitter.com/3uAVlCmUMi — An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) December […]

10 years ago

Into wine? Yes. Into lippie? Sure.  Into getting kinda tipsy when doing your make up? Yaaassssss. Well, the Korean beauty brand of your dreams, Labiotte Official, has created a range of lipsticks that are infused with delicious wine extracts – meaning you can pre-drink with extreme efficiency.  The brand have been showcasing their stuff on Instagram, getting us […]

10 years ago

The University of Limerick has been forced to issue warning to all students after an outbreak of Gonorrhoea and Chlamydia has been found on campus. The email, sent by Dr Ronan Ryder, explains: “If you have had unprotected sex or have any concerns we would strongly advise you to contact the Student Health Centre or your G.P.” According […]

10 years ago

Festival season may seem like years away, but line-ups being released make them seem all the closer – making this a very happy Wednesday indeed.  Cork’s biggest festival, Indiependence, has just announced the first few artists to make it onto their coveted line-up.  And they are… 1. Manic Street Preachers 2. The Coronas 3. And […]

10 years ago

Ah, Ireland.  Across the country, Irish celebs are turning on Christmas lights all over the place. We have Tubs, Dustin the Turkey and even Miriam lighting up the skies with twinkling lights. But who knew our national weather hero herself, Ms. Teresa Mannion, would be the one to switch on the lights in Salthill, County […]

10 years ago

Oh, Sir David and his antics.  He’s pulled out heart strings in all the right places and informed us that all of the turtles from that harrowing scene in this week’s Planet Earth 2 finale were safely places back into the sea, thanks to the incredible crew who spent weeks filming them.  Every turtle that […]

10 years ago

News struck yesterday that two of the most powerful, and unliked, men in America had a meeting. This meeting was publicised greatly, due to the sheer madness of it all.  Donald Trump and Kanye West, like? This was also Kanye’s first public appearance after his highly publicised stint in hospital, following exhaustion and feeling low.  […]

10 years ago

You guys are making our job easy, once more.  Ireland’s Twitter is bangin’ as of late, and we wanted to give you guys a profile to show this off.  So, read ’em and weep – the best Irish tweets of this week.  1. The art of cool When u move to Dublin and have to […]

10 years ago