Being Irish is great, but sometimes we get sick of the stereotypes and negativity.  Here are seven things we’d be happy never to hear again.  1. “Why aren’t you drinking?” Ok, so the Irish like a drink, but that doesn’t mean we have to be drunk all day, every day. We don’t have to drink […]

8 years ago

Conor McGregor has confirmed plans to return to the ring in the near future, posting on Instagram: “I am fighting again. Period.”.  The Notorious also claimed he wanted to take part in UFC 222, but they turned him town.  “I put my name forward to step in at UFC 222 to face Frankie Edgar when […]

8 years ago

People in small communities are becoming increasingly worried about criminal gangs carrying out repeated burglaries.  Tonight’s Prime Time will investigate the issue and show CCTV footage of real crimes.   In one incident in Co Leitrim, a group of locals chased burglars through fields for about four hours.  After the house of publican Gerry Gorby was robbed in Newtowngore earlier […]

8 years ago

You might want to wrap up warm over the next week, as freezing winds from Scandinavia and Siberia are heading straight for Ireland.  The ‘Beast from the East’ will bring at least another seven days of frost, ice and possible snow, Met Eireann predicts.  Temperatures will start dropping tonight, and tomorrow will be cold and gusty […]

8 years ago

If you have a weakness for fast food, you’ll know that not all menu items are made equal.  Some are fresher than others, some take longer to cook, and some have a lot more calories than you’d expect.  Women’s Health sifted through Reddit to find some top tips from take-away workers at US chains.  You might […]

8 years ago

It’s getting towards the end of the month and we’re running low on funds, so we’re delighted to have another reason to stay in this weekend – Netflix’s new additions.  Award-winning film The Revenant will be available from tomorrow, so we can finally witness Leonardo DiCaprio sleeping inside a dead horse.  10 Cloverfield Lane (the sequel […]

8 years ago

If you have a furry friend in your life, you’ll want to get yourself over to Aldi asap.  The supermarket chain is selling a bunch of great stuff for pets at bargain prices, from litter trays to treats.  The new line is part of Aldi’s huge Pet Event and will launch in stores across the country tomorrow.  […]

8 years ago

Since it first premiered, Derry Girls has gone down an absolute treat with viewers. And now it’s official – the Channel 4 comedy is the most-watched series in Northern Ireland since modern records began. Across the UK, consolidated viewing figures show that the first series was watched by an average of 2.5 million viewers per episode, making it the […]

8 years ago

What brings your family together? Is it a good movie on the telly, or a cheeky take-away? Well, according to new research carried out by CenterParcs Ireland, the key to a happy family is actually being physically active together.  Very active families experience 48% more “family togetherness” than inactive ones, so it might be time to […]

8 years ago

The referendum on the Eighth Amendment will be held on May 25, it has been reported.  The government chose the last Friday of the month to ensure that students would be able to go home to vote, according to The Times.  Yesterday ministers approved the draft wording of a bill, but this will not be […]

8 years ago

Steven Spielberg has been in Wicklow for the past week shooting scenes for his new horror movie, The Turning.  The Oscar-Winning director has put strict security measures in place to keep images of the set from being leaked. All the crew, which are filming at the stunning Kilruddery Estate, have had to sign non-disclosure agreements.  According to […]

8 years ago

Ireland’s Got Talent has been going down a treat so far, with the audience falling in love with the likes of 81-year-old Evelyn from Tallaght and the deaf choir from Cabra.  As usual there are some nay sayers out there, but people have been really taken aback by some particular comments.  One viewer took to Twitter to voice […]

8 years ago

If you haven’t heard, a new festival called All Together Now is coming to Waterford this summer.  Taking place over the August Bank Holiday Weekend at the beautiful Curraghmore Estate, it promises music, spoken word, comedy, theatre, debate, art, workshops, food and drink.  The first line-up announcement was made today, and includes the likes of Fleet […]

8 years ago

Like it or not, we spend a lot of time with our co-workers.  With all those hours clocked up working on projects together, hanging out in the canteen and generally sharing space, it’s natural for the odd crush to blossom.  But you might be shocked to learn that two out of five people you work with may […]

8 years ago

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard about RuPaul tweeting as Gaeilge on Friday. Well, it’s only been a few days but the reality star’s famous words have already been immortalised in a t-léine by Irish company Hairy Baby. It comes in two colours – yellow and pink – and features the […]

8 years ago

Are you able to run 5k in under 30 minutes? If you’re in your 20s, you should be able to, according to a checklist made up by Virgin Active.  You should also be capable of doing 20 burpees in a row and holding a full plank for one minute each side.  After your 20s the expectations are […]

8 years ago

It feels like it’s been cold and wet for about a million years, so today’s weather forecast is a welcome change.  Mist and fog will gradually clear this morning to give us some actual sunshine, with mild temperatures of up to 13 degrees.  There’ll be some rain this afternoon, but tomorrow will be generally dry […]

8 years ago

If you’re tired of looking around at music festivals and feeling like you’re about 100 years old, today is your lucky day.  A new music festival based at the beautiful Curraghmore Estate in Waterford was officially announced today – and it’s strictly over 21s.  All Together Now will take place over the August Bank Holiday weekend (August […]

8 years ago

Are you dying to hear the pitter patter of tiny feet? Or does the thought of having a baby in the near future fill you with terror?  Either way, this information might come in handy. Closer has compiled a list of the names of women most likely to get pregnant this year, and the top 20 are:  […]

8 years ago

No matter how much we like our jobs, we all have bad days.  We might have a fight with our boss or have to deal with a rude customer, and feel like handing in our notice would solve all of our problems.  But did you know that most people don’t quit because of their employer, their salary […]

8 years ago

If you fancy escaping it all for a few days, we’ve found the place for you.  Bundorragha Cottage is a cosy hideaway in Delphi, Co. Mayo that’s quiet, peaceful and surrounded by stunning scenery.  Check out these views from the house… Nearby, you’ll find adventure centres, spas, restaurants, and more.  Go horse riding in Louisburgh, climb the highest […]

8 years ago

If you eat a lot of factory-processed foods, you might want to think about cutting back. A new study has shown that for every 10% more highly processed food someone eats, there is a 12% bigger risk of them developing cancer.  Fizzy drinks, packaged breads and cakes, sweets, crisps, sausages, bacon, ham, instant noodles and frozen […]

8 years ago

AA Roadwatch has issued a warning to drivers in parts of the west, North West and midlands this morning.  The roads are slippery due to snow, ice and sleet and stopping distances are ten times longer as a result.  Gardai are advising extreme care as they deal with a number of crashes on the M6.  […]

8 years ago

If we had to guess, we would have said the best sex of our lives would probably happen while we’re young, wild and free. But the sweet spot actually comes much later, according to Match.com’s Singles in America report. Single women reported having their most enjoyable sexual experiences aged 66, while men were living their […]

8 years ago

A rose by any other name might smell as sweet, but it turns out a person by any other name might not make as much moolah.  That’s according to job search engine Adzuna, which carried out a study on the earning potential of 155,000 candidates in its database.  After analysing their CVs, it worked out […]

8 years ago

Ok, so obviously you don’t actually have to be slim and perfect to wear a bikini or have a fab time at the beach.  But if you’re hoping to tone up in time for summer – apparently you’re running out of time.  Fitness enthusiast Lord M. took to Twitter to inform us all that we should be starting […]

8 years ago

A man in his 20s was shot dead in Belfast while cooking pancakes for children late yesterday evening.  The victim was answering a call to the door of the house in the Glenbawn Avenue area of Poleglass when the incident occurred at about 8pm.  Other family members, the man’s partner and her children were in the property when […]

8 years ago

We had hoped our flowers and hairdos would be safe from wind and rain this Valentine’s Day, but it seems we’re out of luck.  Met Eireann has issued a Status Yellow weather warning for the whole of Ireland.  The wind warning is in place until 8am.  “Southerly winds will reach mean speeds of 50 to […]

8 years ago

Lent starts on Valentine’s Day this year, which means anyone trying to give up sweets and chocolate won’t have it easy.  It got us thinking – why not branch out from the usual Lenten promises and give up something different this year?  Here are a few suggestions for you… 1. Complaining about the weather  The […]

8 years ago

Irish women might seem complicated, but at the end of the day our hearts are easily won.  Just utter one of these magic phrases and we’ll be yours forever… 1. “I’ve put on the kettle” Tea cures all.  via GIPHY 2. “It’s my treat”  We’re happy to pay our way, but who doesn’t like to […]

8 years ago

If you’ve ever been to Mayo, you’ll know the people have a pretty unique way of speaking. From fish heads to doners, the county’s vernacular is unmistakable – and we absolutely love it. Now it’s time to put your Mayo slang knowledge to the test – but we warn you, this quiz isn’t easy… READ […]

8 years ago

Irish students are being warned to be careful after sexually transmitted diseases among people aged between 15 and 24 spiked by 11% last year.   The warning is part of the Union of Students in Ireland’s sexual health campaign, which will be rolled out in campuses across Ireland this week.  Condoms and lube will be given to […]

8 years ago

Do you and your other half have a “free pass” arrangement?  If so then you’re not alone, because 25% of Irish people would let their partner lob the gob at a sexy celeb with zero consequences. That’s according to a recent survey of 1,848 people carried out by NOW TV. Jamie Dornan was chosen as the […]

8 years ago

Ireland is full of sexy accents, but at the end of the day there can only be one winner. A new survey has revealed that Donegal has the nation’s favourite brogue, snapping up 37% of the vote. The lovely lilt left the people of Cork (13%) and Dublin (12%) in the dust. But it’s not […]

8 years ago

After being in the works for nearly a decade, the Pálás (formerly Picture Palace) cinema in Galway is nearly ready to open.  The art house cinema will show a mix of Irish and international films as well as classics, foreign language films, animation, shorts and documentaries.  The striking concrete building will boast three screens, a cafe […]

8 years ago

If you’re filling up your car this week you might want to stop by your nearest Topaz station, because they’re slashing their fuel prices to just 99c a litre.  Some 33 stations in total will be participating in the offer, which kicks off at 8.30am every morning.  Topaz will reveal which stations are taking part […]

8 years ago

Do you ever wish you could just eat chocolate all day long?  Well, now you can – and get paid for it.  Cadbury’s is hiring a “Chocolate and Cocoa Beverage Taster” to help shape the development of new products.  The permanent, part-time role involves munching on tasty bars and drinking hot chocolate for between 7.5 and […]

8 years ago

Met Eireann has issued two more weather warnings for this weekend, so you might want to hold off on any outdoor activities you had planned. A status yellow rainfall warning has been issued for Connacht, Cavan, Monaghan and Donegal, in place from this morning until midnight tonight.  “Further rainfall this afternoon and evening will give a total […]

8 years ago

The annual Late Late Show Valentine’s Special was on telly last night, and as usual the audience were fairly…lively. They were dancing in the aisles like it was Coppers on a Saturday, and we got the sense they may have had one or two drinks before coming on the show.  When the first act of the night […]

8 years ago

The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland received a complaint about “racism” towards redheads on RTE show Bridget & Eamon.  The complaint was made about an episode which aired on September 19 last year.  In the offending scene, Bridget’s mother is heard telling Eamon to go upstairs “with the lights off so I can’t tell that you’re ginger”.  According […]

8 years ago

Some 20,000 people have stopped tuning in to Today FM’s afternoon slot since Al Porter quit his role as presenter.  The 25-year-old decided to leave after allegations of inappropriate behaviour were made against him.  According to the latest Join National Listenership Research figures, the number of people listening to that slot has dropped from 118,000 to 98,000. […]

8 years ago

A new snow-ice warning has been issued for the whole of Ireland, in place from 9pm tonight until midday tomorrow.  There will be scattered showers this evening, later turning wintry with a risk of snow accumulations up to 3mm.  Temperatures will also drop as low as -2 degrees, leading to widespread frost and icy patches […]

8 years ago

After a long campaign for ginger equality, a redhead emoji has finally been announced.  In fact, 12 redheads with different skin tones will be arriving on smartphones by the end of this year.  The 157 new emoji additions will also include curly hair, baldness, and white hair as well as superheroes, a bagel, a mosquito and various […]

8 years ago

When super-high tech hand dryers started to come to Ireland, we couldn’t get over how cool they were.  They’re environmentally friendly, hygienic AND they actually dry your hands properly? Hallelujah!  Now, though, it seems they’re not actually as much of a godsend as we thought.  In fact, they’re pretty gross, as Facebook user Nichole Ward found out.  […]

8 years ago

The season of love is upon us, and to celebrate Tribeton in Galway is offering customers an 11% discount off their food bill all month long – on one condition.  Whether you’re with a partner, friend or family member, you have to smooch at the counter.  You can even lay one on a stranger if you […]

8 years ago

A case of bird flu was discovered in Tipperary on January 31, it was confirmed yesterday.  A wild white-tailed sea eagle was found dead, and tests revealed it had been suffering from avian influenza subtype H5N6.  The finding shows an increased risk of avian flu being spread to Irish poultry, and strict measures are needed […]

8 years ago

If you fancy redecorating but don’t want to break the bank, you’re going to want to check out Aldi’s new homeware range.  The Specialbuys collection will be in stores nationwide from next Thursday February 15.  It features everything from vintage-style wall clocks to tripod lamps for temptingly low prices.  Check out some of the highlights […]

8 years ago

If you’re the kind of person who won’t rest until everyone in the pub has done a shot, you’re not going to like this news.  There’s a major tequila shortage on the horizon due to low supplies of its key ingredient, agave.  Agave plants, which are also used to make sweeteners, take eight years to mature.  […]

8 years ago

Do you ever feel like all you do is work and those Bank Holidays just can’t come quickly enough?  It might be time to move to Denmark, because a new study has revealed it has the best work-life balance in Europe. Website TotallyMoney looked at the working hours, salaries, cost of living and holiday allowances of countries […]

8 years ago

It’s pretty feckin’ chilly out there today, and a snow/ice warning is already in place until midnight tonight.  Now yet another weather alert has been issued – a Status Yellow low temperature warning for the entire country.  It’s going to be absolutely baltic from tonight until Wednesday, with temperatures dropping as low as -4 degrees […]

8 years ago