The teenager drank a mixture of stout, cocktails and vodka shots. An alcohol warning has been issued after a teenager died following a drinking game. A 19-year-old has sadly died after taking part in a drinking game where he consumed stout, cocktails and vodka shots. He passed away after his blood alcohol level reached a […]

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Hay fever is really hitting us hard this year. And while there are a host of home remedies and anti-histamines we can take to alleviate the symptoms, there is one hack experts are swearing by. Hay fever wipes are a great option for children, as well as a spoonful of honey if you’re looking to […]

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The former Late Late Show host was revealed to have been overpaid by over €300k over six years. It’s been a big news week to the say the least. The only thing that could tear our attention away from the Titanic submersible story was that RTÉ admitted to overpaying Ryan Tubridy by €345,000 (which would […]

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Minister for Media Catherine Martin has said she is “extremely concerned” by the details which have come to light. RTÉ has issued an apology after understating Ryan Tubridy’s annual earnings between 2017 and 2022. The Irish public service broadcaster issued a statement from its board regarding the matter on Thursday (22 June). In it, the board says that […]

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Cast your eyes to the skies. Venus will be visible beside the moon for star-gazers this evening (June 22). It was also visible last night on the Summer Solstice, but after tonight it won’t be visible again from Earth for another year. It will appear like a small bright star to the right of the […]

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The pricing around alcohol and food make for particularly grim reading for consumers. Newly released data from the European Commission has revealed that Ireland is now the most expensive country in the European Union. Prices here currently sit 46% above the EU average, and have been steadily rising year on year. The top four was […]

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It’s not as easy as it may appear to some people. Many people have been taking to the comments to say they are guilty of the mistakes being highlighted in the video. For one, if you’re putting your glasses over the prongs at the top of the machine, you’ve been making a major mistake – […]

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Some inspo for any upcoming road-trips or staycays. Today (June 21st) Tripadvisor have announced the fourth category for the 2023 Travellers’ Choice Awards, revealing Best of the Best ‘Things to Do’ – a definitive list of top travel experiences, based on top Tripadvisor reviews. The Cliffs of Moher, Kilmacduagh Abbey, Wild Atlantic way and Galway tour is named […]

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‘They can f*** off’ A chef has banned all vegans from his restaurant following a customer complaint that sparked an online reviewing war between meat-eaters and those who follow a plant-based diet. In a post on Facebook, UK-born celebrity chef John Mountain – who has appeared on shows such as Great British Menu and Chef […]

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Adding to Waterford’s wealth of museums. The Irish Wake Museum opened over the weekend in Waterford, and it offers insight into a very niche topic. This new museum focuses on all things related to death, tracing customs, traditions, and superstitions associated with it from the earliest times to the 20th century. View this post […]

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It comes as he will star in a spy thriller for Netflix. Ever since Daniel Craig retired from playing James Bond with 2021’s No Time to Die, the rumour mill about who will be the next Bond has gone into overdrive. Actors suggested as potential successors include Aaron-Taylor Johnson, Cillian Murphy, Henry Cavill, Idris Elba, Jack Lowden, James Norton, John Boyega, […]

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The humble treat will melt away in history. It’s a sad day for Ireland as ice cream giants HB have announced that the Choc Ice has been discontinued. First releasing in the 60’s, the Choc Ice became the backbone of all Irish ice creams – the bedrock upon which this country’s frozen dairy products have […]

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A list of the most sigh-inducing gags ever has just been released The best dad jokes of all-time have been revealed – with ‘This graveyard looks crowded – people must be dying to get in’ being the most amusing. A poll of 2,000 adults has found what they consider to be the top 20 cheesiest […]

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He also organised his own funeral. He wanted to show them that life is fleeting and thought the best way to do this was by faking his own death. David Baerton didn’t just fake his own death, he organised the funeral too. But he wasn’t just curious about who would turn up, the 45-year-old Belgian […]

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These foods include chicken, meat, fish, eggs, and dairy products The Food Safety Authority (FSAI) has issued an urgent recall of all frozen food of “animal origin” from Iceland supermarkets dating back to March 3rd. Iceland stores across Ireland are being asked to remove the products immediately due to inadequate evidence of food traceability and […]

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Next year will be our year… RTÉ have announced today (Thursday, June 15) that submissions for Ireland’s Eurovision 2024 entry are officially open. The broadcaster is looking for “contemporary performers and songwriters with the talent and ambition to compete and succeed in this highly competitive environment.” If you are an “accomplished songwriter with a proven […]

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PSA if you have a trip to Dubrovnik planned. According to reports, tourists will not be allowed to bring suitcases with wheels on them through Old Town of Dubrovnik, which is a huge tourist destination in Croatia. The mayor of Dubrovnik has introduced the measure to combat the noise that this type of suitcase makes […]

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The airline are now investigating the matter. An airline has confirmed it is “investigating” how a woman with coeliac disease was allowed to be served a plain croissant. Influencer Chloë Chapdelaine was on a 15-hour flight from Dubai to Los Angeles that ended up being the “worst” of her life because of the food error. […]

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She was saved by a very particular item of clothing. A woman in Offaly is “lucky to be alive” after she was struck by lightning while standing in her kitchen on Tuesday. Caroline Burke was standing in her kitchen when lightening struck a tap outside the house which caused an “explosion.” “As I was putting […]

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The first FM station to represent the community in over a decade. Ireland’s first quasi national LGBTQIA+ radio station has officially launched. Pride Vibes has been streaming online since the beginning of June, but is officially available on FM as of this morning (Thursday June 15). Ireland's first LGBTQI+ radio station – Pride Vibes; is […]

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Honestly, tell us something we don’t know. Ireland is not having a great time when it comes to rankings and awards. Last week we claimed the title of loneliest country in Europe, and this week it turns out we are the 6th most stressed out. Which doesn’t exactly come as a surprise given the housing […]

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60% of LGBTQIA+ workers reported experiencing micro-aggression at work A new survey by Indeed has found that over half (53%) of Irish workers who identify as LGBTQIA+ feel discriminated against at work. Over 1000 Irish workers were surveyed for the study, with over half of respondents coming from the LGBTQIA+ community. The survey also highlighted the […]

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Ireland goes all out with Pride parades all over the country. If you’re looking to celebrate Pride 2023 in Ireland, then there are tons of festivals happening across the whole summer for it. Parades have already happened in Mayo and Donegal, and several other counties are waiting in the wings to host their own Pride […]

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Kiera Dignam shared the news earlier this evening. Aslan front-man Christy Dignam has unfortunately passed away at the age of 63. He had been receiving palliative care since January 2023 after suffering from rare disease amyloidosis for just over a decade. Dignam’s daughter Kiera confirmed the sad news on her socials. View this post […]

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A stunning limited edition collection. The Princess Diana wedding dress days are long gone and they’ve been replaced with beautiful, alternative looks. Honestly, we couldn’t love this Dunnes Stores x Joanne Hynes collection more. Brides are opting for more unique looks on their big day and Dunnes has captured the modern-day bride perfectly with Joanne Hynes’s new […]

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This is big news. Huge! People in Ireland and worldwide have a deep appreciation and love for the Bavarian festival that is Oktoberfest. Dublin used to host a huge event every year at George’s Dock, and any and all parties held in its honour are always teeming with people. Which is what makes 2023 so […]

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State law has recently changed due to one man It’s common knowledge that prior to their execution, death row prisoners are able to request a last meal of their choosing. The idea of a “death row meal” has always fascinated many and it’s almost certainly something you’ve thought about yourself or debated with mates. Some […]

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The results speak volumes. A woman has proved just how wrong her husband is after he claimed she did nothing around the house. Rather than taking the comment on the chin, or arguing about it, Lindsay Donnelly decided to stop cleaning for a few days and film the results. In a TikTok that’s now been […]

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The time to get shopping is now. Father’s Day is fast approaching, and if you’re stuck for ideas, or just want to get Pops a little something outside the box, we have a fair few suggestions on gifts you could look into. Whatever category of Dad yours falls under, there’ll hopefully be something perfect for […]

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‘He should have been allowed to take the first swing!’ The coach of the basketball team whose mascot was hospitalised by Conor McGregor last week has given an update on his wellbeing. McGregor was at Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets Nuggets at Kaseya Center on Friday […]

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Big news for Limerick coffee lovers. Frequenters of the Marina Market in Cork will be well acquainted with Guji, the speciality coffee container with a colourful exterior and seriously Instagrammable hot chocolates. Last summer, they announced their €2 million investment over the next five years that would create over 20 jobs and countless business opportunities, […]

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Wondering where to catch the man of the hour this weekend? Who can forget last summer when Harry Styles arrived in Dublin to play at the Aviva Stadium, and was spotted going for a dip at the Vico Baths in Killiney, with a humble carrier bag (full of cans) in tow. It was truly a […]

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Quite the honour. Irish music festival favourite Electric Picnic is returning to Stradbally this September and already the excitement for the event is extremely high. That is according to a new study by British hotel chain Premier Inn which found that the three-day Laois event is one of this year’s most highly anticipated music festivals worldwide. As part of […]

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Alcohol and tobacco were other goods which defied the fall in the State’s inflation rate. Despite seeing the State inflation rate fall during May, prices for hotels and restaurants continued to rise across the country. Last month was the third in succession in which the general rate of inflation fell, owing largely to the continued […]

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The supermarket chain has lowered its prices on hundreds of products by at least 10%. Tesco has confirmed that the reduction in prices will be seen across their own-brand products and brands bought week-in, week-out – from grocery staples and family favourites to household and health and beauty products. As the cost of living crisis […]

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Hey Google, play “Lonely” by Akon. It’s not been a great week for Ireland when it comes to winning somewhat bleak awards. Our capital has ranked as the 9th most expensive city in Europe (and 38th worldwide), and now we’ve achieved (if one can call it that) the top spot for loneliest country. Lovely news. […]

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She thinks vegetables contain ‘anti-nutrients’ A woman claims she has lost five stone and feels better than ever after ditching her fruit and veg for a diet of raw meat and offal. India Castley completely stopped eating vegetables in last summer and has been eating uncooked meats for around a year now. She has been […]

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What’s your go-to term for someone kissing? In honour of Love Island returning to our screens, and Dublin gal Catherine racing ahead as a fan and villa favourite, Domino’s did a little survey on what Irish people call a kiss these days. We’re nothing if not imaginative, after all, so we’ll get you up to […]

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Met Éireann has forecast a scorcher of a week for the whole country, and areas in the southwest are due to hit 25C. While things are due to change as we head towards the weekend, nighttime temperatures will remain higher than we’re used to – disturbing many people’s sleep. Trying to sleep in Ireland with […]

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Apple describe it as “the most advanced personal electronics device ever.” Apple are clearly picking up that, from the FitBit to the PSVR2, wearable tech is what is trendy and in-demand right now. And so on Sunday, as part of their latest product line-up launch, they announced the Apple Vision Pro. Describing it as the “world’s first […]

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RTÉ correspondent Tony Connelly has admitted that becoming a dad again in his 50s has been a bigger challenge than he expected. Reporting on international affairs like Brexit and the Ukraine war, Tony’s life has been anything but normal over the last few years and when it comes to his family, the same goes. The […]

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“This is why you tip” A bartender in the US has highlighted how essential tipping is by sharing that she took home less than $10 for 70 hours work. Aaliyah Cortez (@f.aa.ded) uploaded a video of her pay check on TikTok, explaining how she ended up being paid such a pitiful amount for so many hours. “This […]

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Moon and Astra are together again. A baby donkey that had been stolen from a farm in Hampshire has been reunited with its mother after more than two weeks apart. Two-month-old foal Moon had last been seen playing with her mum, Astra, on May 15 when she was taken from Miller’s Ark farm in the […]

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Wondering where to go after a day by the seaside? Spending some time at the beach can be hungry work. Bray is a gorgeous spot in Wicklow to enjoy some time by the seaside, as well other family fun activities, like the aquarium, or the Bray to Greystones (and back) cliff walk. No matter your […]

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The plans have divided opinion. A major airline is asking more than 10,000 customers travelling on its international network to take part in a passenger weight survey this June. Air New Zealand has said the survey is required by the country’s civil aviation authority and that pilots need to know the weight and balance of […]

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No need to go abroad for the festival feel wedding of your dreams. If you’re a festival king or queen, then you may want to opt for a wedding venue that best suits your style, and Ireland has plenty of them. From Carlow to West Cork, Save My Day has compiled their list of Ireland’s […]

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A chilling crime. Gardaí are investigating the robbery of a giant ice-cream cone from outside a shop in Co. Donegal. The plastic cone was last seen over a week ago when three culprits stole it from the premises at Glencar Shopping Centre on the morning of Sunday 21st May at 6.23am. The suspects include two males […]

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This will change where nicotine advertisements are placed. Minister Stephen Donnelly will appear in front of Cabinet today and will ask them to sign off on legislation that bans the sale of e-cigarettes and vapes to those under 18. Children under 18-years-old will be banned from buying vapes and any other similar product by July […]

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Ideal if you want to couple up with a mimosa. Fans of Love Island will be shook that the iconic show returns for its tenth season on Monday 5th June. It seems like only yesterday we were crowning Kai and Sanam our season nine winners, or Ekin-su and Davide for that matter. Now in just […]

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For a fairly good reason. Back in March, in the lead up to St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, the New York Times cooking platform tried their hand at making a frozen Irish coffee to show their love for the Irish recipe. And while their recipe looks delicious, many were quick to point out that it was, […]

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