This will be the largest sporting event the nations have ever jointly staged. The UK and Ireland have officially won the right to host Euro 2028. They were the only outright bid left after Turkey decided to pull out and join together with Italy to host Euro 2032. It will be the first time the […]

2 years ago

The plan is to increase minimum wage by €1.40. The national minimum wage is set to increase as details of Budget 2024 are revealed ahead of Budget Day tomorrow, Tuesday, October 10. The government plans to increase the minimum wage by €1.40 to €12.70. Yet, according to the Irish Independent, financial measures to soften the blow for employers will also be […]

2 years ago

Penneys will donate €120,000 to support children’s charities and causes around Ireland.   The Late Late Toy Show 2023 is a mere seven weeks away, and if you’re already gearing up for one of the most festive nights of the year, then you’ll want to secure the perfect pyjamas for this cosy evening in front […]

2 years ago

Something to consider the next time you’re spending the extra moola for your seat. Virgin Australia flight attendant, Rosie Awad, has been working in the industry since 2014 and has picked up some stellar tips along the way. Most recently, she revealed why she always books seats in the fifth row when she’s not working […]

2 years ago

Embracing autumn with open arms. Spooky season is upon us, and I am fully embracing the transition from summer to autumn. One of the more exciting things about this time of year is the emergence of pumpkin patches, and this year there are tons of them to check out all over Ireland. For those still […]

2 years ago

“Dolores would be over the moon” ‘Zombie’, the hit song from Irish rock band The Cranberries, has surpassed one billion listens on Spotify. Released in 1994 as the lead single from the group’s second album No Need to Argue, the track has garnered – at the time of writing – 1,005,422,684 listens on the popular audio […]

2 years ago

Good news for Dublin, and even better news for Cork. Two Irish cities have been named in the top 5 friendliest cities in Europe, according to Condé Nast Traveler readers. In their Reader’s Choice awards, the publication revealed that both Dublin and Cork listed amongst the cities with the loveliest folks. However, what they might not have realised is that […]

2 years ago

The investigation into the explosion that claimed 10 lives continues. Nearly one year on from the Creeslough explosion, An Garda Síochána have offered an update on its investigation into the fatal incident. The shocking explosion occurred on 7 October 2022 at an Applegreen petrol station in the village of Creeslough in Donegal and claimed 10 lives. The 10 people […]

2 years ago

A nostalgic collaboration for football lovers. Huge news for Dundalk pub Mo Chara who have just collaborated with one of the biggest sports brands around – New Balance. The two have teamed up to create limited edition commemorative football kit ahead of their first annual charity match on Sunday October 8 – World Skup ‘23. […]

2 years ago

For all the collectors out there. If you’re in the market for some really exquisite collectible pieces or movie memorabilia, you’re going to want to log on for this Victor Mee auction taking place online later this month. The Cavan based auction house have announced a remarkable two-day live online auction, featuring the extensive collection […]

2 years ago

Trademarked in Dublin 1876. Tagged in Chicago 2023. After years and years of Americans coming in droves to visit the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin 8, they are getting their very own based in Chicago, Illinois. They first announced the brewery’s impending arrival in March, with the intention of opening during the summer, finally launching at […]

2 years ago

As Orla McCool would say, it’s going to be cracker. Huge news, as legendary DJ Fatboy Slim is set to return to Derry for a gig this month. Derry electronic dance music promoter Jika Jika took to Instagram to announce the news following some heavy hinting on socials earlier in the week. Their announcement for […]

2 years ago

Researchers have been called to determine what happened to the shark. A dead shark washed up on the coast of Cork at the weekend, leading researchers to be called to the scene in a bid to work out what caused its passing. As reported in multiple outlets, the nine-foot shark was discovered on Sunday (1 October) at Sheep’s Cove […]

2 years ago

“A drive-thru experience like no other.” Whether you’re a local needing your caffeine fix for the commute to work, or heading on a little pilgrimage in the Wicklow mountains and are stocking up on supplies, Society’s new drive thru coffee spot at Pluck’s in Kilmacanogue is bound to sort you out. View this post […]

2 years ago

We love to see it. Fashion house Alexander McQueen have a new Creative Director, and it’s an Irish designer. Dublin born Seán McGirr has officially been appointed, taking over from Sarah Burton who has held the role for 26 years. McGirr takes up the mantel following his role as Head of Ready-to-Wear at JW Anderson, […]

2 years ago

They’ll cost you a pretty penny, but if you have the means, this is where you want to stay. As part of the World Travel Awards, which announced this week that the best hotel in all of Europe to get married in was right here in Ireland, the best hotel rooms in the country were also revealed. […]

2 years ago

Get the cucumber slices at the ready. The Spa at Ashford Castle has been named Ireland’s Best Hotel Spa for an eighth consecutive year at the annual World Spa Awards. With voting cast by consumers, the media and spa industry experts, The Spa at Ashford Castle was selected as number one from a shortlist that […]

2 years ago

Please no, we simply aren’t built for it. On Monday, it was reported that the weather phenomenon that caused the Beast from the East in 2018 will return in November and stay into the new year. The beast led to weeks of freezing temperatures, heavy snow, and heavy winds. Exacta Weather forecaster James Madden told the Mirror that […]

2 years ago

The couples hurry to focail up as the first elimination looms. Another week, another episode of Grá ar an Trá, which kicked off with Loman sticking notes to all the kitchen cupboards so no one would forget what was put where – bless him. There was something fairly wholesome about this I have to say, […]

2 years ago

It’s going to be wall to wall Barbies out there. Retailer Pour Moi has pulled together the stats of the most sought after Halloween costumes for 2023 by comparing it to how many searches the same outfit got in 2022. It comes as no surprise I’m sure that Barbie is on the top of people’s […]

2 years ago

Obsessed. Harry Potter fans can live out their wizarding fantasies by staying in an Airbnb property inspired by the Quidditch World Cup tent. It’s probably one of the most iconic sequences in the Harry Potter films, when Harry, Hermione and the Weasleys travel to the Quidditch World Cup final at the start of the Goblet […]

2 years ago

Our favourite duo are flying the flag for Ireland. Vogue Williams, 37, and Joanne McNally, 40, have something to celebrate as their podcast, My Therapist Ghosted Me, has won the Champion Award at the 2023 British Podcast Awards. Since April 2021, we have all become utterly obsessed with the duo and their podcast. It has gone […]

2 years ago

The findings of the poll are said to suggest that “there is a strong mood for change in the country”. A new poll has found that Mary Lou McDonald is currently the most popular choice to become the next Taoiseach. As part of The Irish Times/Ipsos opinion poll, people were asked who they would prefer to see […]

2 years ago

If there’s a more wholesome autumnal activity, I’d like to hear it. Spooky season is upon us, and one of the more exciting things about this time of year is the emergence of pumpkin patches. If you’re unsure of which to go to, you’re in luck, because Hello Fresh have compiled the country’s best pumpkin patches, […]

2 years ago

“This pond is too small for a feud among frogs.” Ahead of the start of U2’s residency at the new “state-of-the-art” Las Vegas venue The Sphere, Bono and The Edge have spoken about the possibility of a united Ireland. With the Irish rock group known for their often socially conscious lyrics and activism, the pair were asked during an interview with Channel […]

2 years ago

A fun-filled event for a great cause.  K2Alpacas has partnered up with The Down Syndrome Centre to welcome families and schools this spooky season to their Halloween Pumpkin Patch Event. Tucked away on the K2Alapacas farm in North Wicklow, the event will be open to all for two weekends in October. The Halloween Pumpkin Patch […]

2 years ago

Truly one of Europe’s most gorgeous cities. As we get deeper into the colder season now, we may already be sick of the weather conditions of late and contemplating a trip somewhere warmer or more tropical. Before you book your trip to a place with sunny beaches, TikTok has shown up one place that might make you […]

2 years ago

We’ve no doubt Teresa was his inspiration. Despite it being over seven years since Storm Desmond, Irish broadcaster and journalist Teresa Mannion’s coverage of the event still lingers in the collective psyche. This is to such a great extent that Sky News’ coverage of Storm Agnes’ arrival in Ireland drew immediate comparisons to the viral clip from […]

2 years ago

Corkonians, it’s a good time to order takeaway. Pitt Bros has been grilling meat for ten years now, opening in Dublin city centre back in 2013. They pride themselves on their use of local ingredients and high quality Irish meat, and even have custom-made smokers where they smoke the meat for over 12 hours, giving […]

2 years ago

The actor died peacefully in hospital with his wife and son by his side. Michael Gambon, perhaps best known for his role as Albus Dumbledore in six of the eight Harry Potter films, has passed away at the age of 82. Sky News reported the news, stating that the actor passed away peacefully in hospital […]

2 years ago

The chefs behind Osito restaurant are flying in specially. The Glass Curtain in Cork will become hosts to Michelin star restaurant Osito, based in San Francisco, towards the end of October for a three-day gastronomic extravaganza. Both businesses will bring what they do best to the table (literally), fine-dining for Osito, and bespoke cocktails for […]

2 years ago

Something to make getting those 10k steps a bit easier in the colder weather. Looking to get your steps in despite the changeable weather? While you might need to wrap up a little more to keep warm in this climate, autumn is one of the best seasons to head out and stretch the legs. If […]

2 years ago

The singer’s fans were questioning where the memorial had disappeared to. A memorial was erected at the Bray property where Sinéad O’Connor grew up in the days and weeks after her death which was tended to by devoted fans to honour the singer. The shrine, which included cards, letters, stones with messages of condolence, which […]

2 years ago

Something to think about when your brolly goes inside out. The woman of the hour, Storm Agnes, was actually named after an Irish astronomer and science writer. Met Éireann and the UK Met Office have been working together on the naming programme since 2015, with the Netherlands’ KMNI joining in 2019, and this year Ireland […]

2 years ago

Now we know why Donkey wanted to stay there so badly. I don’t know about you, but much like we went through a Twilight Renaissance during the pandemic, it feels like we have been consumed by a different series of retro films in 2023: none other than Shrek. The Shrek musical has come to town, […]

2 years ago

A consolation prize if you were one of the thousands to miss out on tickets for her Dublin gigs. When tickets went on sale for Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour in the States, they shocked everyone when they broke records set by cinema chains all across the country. One cinema confirmed that they had sold $26 million […]

2 years ago

Love Island – without the notions. After many, many months of anticipation, the Irish version of Love Island (unofficially) finally hit our tv screens last night to fill that heart shaped hole in our lives. You’ll forgive how often I compare this show to Love Island – it’s hard not to given the premise and […]

2 years ago

The Irish represent a third of the shortlisted cities. The shortlist is in for the European Capital of Smart Tourism competition 2024, and not one, but two Irish cities feature on this six location list. Dublin and Cork both nabbed a spot due to their sustainability efforts and levels of cultural engagement, sitting alongside the […]

2 years ago

Batten down the hatches. Met Éireann has issued weather warnings impacting 24 counties as Storm Agnes is set to land in Ireland later in the week. In a statement on Monday morning (25 September), Weather Alerts Ireland said that weather models are “mainly showing” that Ireland will see “some strong winds” from the storm. “Winds do […]

2 years ago

Want to learn how to be the next Alix Earle? 6th year students with a dream of becoming an influencer are in luck, as South East Technology University (SETU) of Carlow are about to become the first to offer an “influencing” degree. According to RTÉ, this new course, officially referred to as a Bachelor of […]

2 years ago

Drivers were given the option of sitting before the Kids Court or taking penalty points. Some motorists caught speeding outside of a Longford primary school in Co. Longford have sat before a “Kids’ Court” instead of facing the regular consequences. This anti-speeding initiative has been rolled out with the hope of changing drivers’ attitudes and […]

2 years ago

Strong odours such as eggs and fish are big no nos. A new office ‘snackiquette’ guide has been launched for those who don’t know what is or is not appropriate to be eating in close proximity to your co-workers. Some of the worst offenders include smoked mackerel, boiled eggs, and noisy crisps. Etiquette expert and […]

2 years ago

In need of recommendations? We got you covered. If you’re a rugby enthusiast then there is a good chance you are heading to Paris for the Rugby World Cup. However, your time there needn’t be all scrums and tackles. Paris, aka the City of Light, also has some of the best bars and restaurants in […]

2 years ago

Cast your eyes to the skies. This weekend if you’re in Ireland you may just get a glimpse of the Northern Lights. That is according to Astronomy Ireland founder David Moore, who has said that the chance of the natural light display – also known as the Aurora Borealis – being visible “almost doubles” in September and […]

2 years ago

The restaurant has accused the diners of trying to ‘tarnish their reputation’ Tourists in Singapore were left so angry by the price of over 3 kilos of crab on their restaurant bill that they decided to call the police. Junko Shinba, from Japan, was visiting Singapore with three others when they stopped at Seafood Paradise to […]

2 years ago

Proving summer is well and truly over. It is a good thing that we, as Irish people, have learned to be adaptable when it comes to the weather, as it appears we are in for some more rainfall this weekend. Met Éireann has predicted we are looking at a bit of a mixed bag when […]

2 years ago

Looking for some sun as things get chilly here in Ireland? We have the destination abroad for you. If you’ve ever dreamed about visiting the Maldives but can’t stomach the long flight or eye-watering expense you might be in luck with Ksamil. A little-known Albanian beach resort is being raved about by holidaymakers as being the place […]

2 years ago

From Pitbull to a very disturbing electricity bill… It’s hard to believe that Halloween is just 6 weeks away, and that means you’d want to be getting a move on with your costume. While we have no doubt there’ll be groups and groups of Cowboy Barbies, Patriarchy-fuelled Kens, suit clad Oppenheimers, and maybe a few […]

2 years ago

Praying someone gives him a loving home. Dogs Angels Ireland (DAI) is urgently calling on the public to consider opening their home up to a 19-year-old male Labrador who is in need of ‘an end-of-life home’ with the support of the non-profit organisation. The dog’s owner has dementia; therefore, the dog is living in a […]

2 years ago

Focail up. Well, the moment we’ve all been waiting for is nearly upon us. After months and months of anticipation, Ireland’s answer to Love Island, Grá ar an Trá, officially hits our television screens this Monday. Much like the popular ITV show, Grá ar an Trá provides the setting for 10 singletons to couple up, […]

2 years ago