Leaving Cert students who suffer a family bereavement in the run up to the exams will now be able to sit them at a later date. The students will be given the opportunity to take alternative exams in July. The welcome news comes in response to a heartbreaking RTÉ interview from Leaving Cert student Rhona […]

7 years ago

Slane is finally almost upon us and 75,000 music fans are expected at the venue ahead of Metallica’s headline show next Saturday, June 8. The stage times for the Slane Castle concert have now been released along with some other important information, so if you’re one of the lucky ones heading to the show, it’s […]

7 years ago

Fancy playing Liam Gallagher in the new Alan McGee biopic? The production team behind the upcoming Creation Stories film has put out an open casting call looking for someone to play the Oasis frontman. But be warned – they’re ‘looking for far more than just a haircut and a parka’. The biopic will tell the story […]

7 years ago

The ISPCA has issued an appeal for information after a Burmese Python was found on the loose in the Wicklow Mountains National P. It’s said that the five foot long snake was abandoned by someone before being discovered by a local farmer over the weekend, who then contacted the National Parks and Wildlife Service. The […]

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The Spice Girls reunion tour has faced more complaints about the sound quality after their Cardiff show on Monday night. There were reports of fans ‘walking out’ of the Principality Stadium as they couldn’t hear the performance properly. Fans who attended the Spice Girls concert at Croke Park last Friday night also complained of serious […]

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James Corden has just revealed that Gavin and Stacey will be returning to our screens for a Christmas Special. The hit BBC show starring Ruth Jones, Matthew Horne and James Corden first aired back in 2007 and wrapped up its third series nine years ago. Jones and Corden said in a statement, “Over the last […]

7 years ago

Brian McFadden is facing a fair amount of backlash over his controversial comments on Trump and Brexit. The former Westlife singer weighed in on some of the potential new UK prime ministers, including Boris Johnson, Nigel Farage and Jeremy Corbyn, and declared that ‘Britain is f****d’. Theresa May announced last week that she will be […]

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TD Maria Bailey has hit out at the criticism she received following her decision to sue over injuries she received from falling off a swing. In a new interview on RTÉ’s Today with Sean O’Rourke, Bailey said she was “never looking for compensation” and that the media had acted as “judge, jury and executioner” over […]

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Housing Minister Eoghan Murphy was once again heckled by activists at the RDS in Dublin on Sunday. Murphy was surrounded by protesters at the venue for the second time over the weekend as he arrived for the European and local election count. The housing activists chanted “you can stick your co-living up your arse” and […]

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Robert Pattinson is reportedly in talks to replace Ben Affleck in the next Batman film. The Batman was originally meant to star Affleck, who was also tipped to write and direct the film, though he dropped out of the project in 2017. Variety reports that Pattinson is “the top choice” for the role with the […]

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A news agency has been ordered to pay out ‘substantial’ damages and apologise to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle after using a helicopter to take intrusive photos of their home. Splash News And Picture Agency chartered a helicopter to take pictures of the inside of Harry and Meghan’s home in the Cotswolds back in January, […]

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Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has welcomed protests against Trump’s upcoming visit to Ireland and said he “wouldn’t criticise anyone” for taking part. The US president is due to arrive in Ireland at the beginning of June after a State visit to the UK, and it’s anticipated that he will visit his golf resort in Doonbeg, Co […]

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Feel like you’ve lost your way a bit in life? A new RTÉ show that’s currently looking for participants could be just the thing to help you get things back on track. The RTÉ2 show is looking to help participants “who might be grappling with anything from confidence issues to loneliness, with getting their foot […]

7 years ago

Donald Trump will be visiting Ireland ‘within weeks’, it’s just been confirmed. The US president will be in the UK from June 3 to 5 and is set to come to Ireland for a few days afterwards. The Independent reports that Trump will be in Ireland from June 5 until June 8, and will visit […]

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Anyone who’s worried about having a Game of Thrones-shaped hole in their lives after this Sunday’s finale will be delighted to hear that filming on one of its prequels is reportedly already underway. The new series, tentatively titled Bloodmoon, is said to have begun filming in Belfast over the last couple of weeks. Set 5,000 […]

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Get ready to have some whopper garden parties this summer because Lidl is bringing back its inflatable hot tub. The hot tub seats four people and it inflates in 10 minutes with one tap of the remote control. It has 118 air jets and heats up to a balmy 42C to keep you warm on […]

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Spice Girls fans can now stay overnight in the actual Spice bus from Spice World for the first time ever. Superfan Suzanne has listed the bus from the iconic 1997 film on Airbnb ahead of their UK and Ireland tour, and it’s even going to be parked outside Wembley Park during their London shows for […]

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Two twin sisters from Carlow who went missing in Madrid last week have both now been found safe and well. Mary-Jessica and Martha-Joan Osaro had last been seen celebrating their birthday in Centro, La Latina in Madrid on Thursday, where they have been living on and off for the past five years. Mary was found […]

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If you’re the mate that’s always running late while getting ready for a night out, we’ve got the perfect thing for you. You can now pre-drink and shower at the same time thanks to the genius invention of this shower wine glass holder. Urban Outfitters has started selling the Sipski shower wine glass holder that […]

7 years ago

Clear your calendars because a gin festival is happening in Galway next month and you definitely won’t want to miss it. The Latin Quarter Gin Fest will be returning this summer on Thursday June 6 to Sunday June 9 for a four-day celebration of all things gin & tonic related. It couldn’t be happening at […]

7 years ago

A floating bar in the middle of the Caribbean Sea is looking to give one lucky person their dream summer job. Floyd’s Pelican Bar, a mile off the coast of Jamaica, is hiring a bartender to work there over the summer – and their flights and accommodation will covered. If you’re chosen, you’ll have to commute […]

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One of the twin sisters from Carlow who sparked a search in Madrid last week after going missing in the city has been found. Mary-Jessica and Martha-Joan Osaro were last seen celebrating their birthday in Centro, La Latina in Madrid on Thursday, where they have been living on and off for the past five years. […]

7 years ago

An anti-LGBT, anti-Semitic preacher is the first person to ever to be barred from entering Ireland, under orders from Justice Minister Charlie Flanagan. Baptist pastor Steven L Anderson, who is based in Arizona, was due to deliver a sermon in Dublin on May 26. He previously said he spent nights praying for Barack Obama’s death […]

7 years ago

The Zoo will be back on RTÉ One for its ninth season on Sunday night and it sounds like it’s going to be a must-watch. The show goes behind the scenes at Dublin Zoo and the latest instalment will be taking a look at the arrival of a pair of adorable Amur tiger cubs. First-time […]

7 years ago

It might be time to start digging through those drawers at home because someone is currently selling their original iPod for an eyewatering amount. The 5GB first generation iPod that’s still in its original packaging is currently listed on eBay for $20,000 (around €18,000) – although the seller is open to offers. The listing says, […]

7 years ago

Ireland has just declared a climate and biodiversity emergency, becoming only the the second country in the world to do so after the UK. The decision comes after an amendment to the Oireachtas report on climate change was accepted by the Government and the opposition parties on Thursday evening without a vote. Climate Action Minister […]

7 years ago

Mytaxi has announced it will be introducing a €5 cancellation fee starting from the end of June. The popular taxi booking app said it will take the charge from customers who book and then cancel minutes later when the driver is en route, in order to ‘maximise fleet efficiency’. It will also apply to customers […]

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George Clooney revealed he spent his Easter travelling around Ireland, making a stop at Bono’s house and visiting his distant relatives in Co. Laois. The actor, his wife Amal and their one-year-old-twins Ella and Alexander caught up with their relatives at the 5-star Ballyfin House. During his recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, he said, […]

7 years ago

Joe Duffy has asked for an ‘atrocious’ and ‘distasteful’ ad to be removed from Liveline while presenting on air. He remarked, “I’m never allowed comment on ads — I’m always warned. “I did it once in my early days, but that ad is atrocious. Can it be removed from Liveline? I’m serious.” The radio ad […]

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If you’ve been on the lookout for a weekend away with a difference, this might be just the thing for you. You can now rent an entire double decker bus in Cork – and it fits up to seven people so it’s the perfect excuse to get all your mates together. The quirky Airbnb […]

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The most highly-rated Irish destinations have been revealed in TripAdvisor’s annual Travellers’ Choice Awards. The awards highlight the world’s most popular locations, based on millions of reviews and opinions from TripAdvisor’s users over a 12-month period. Dublin took the top spot in the Irish top 10, followed by Killarney and Galway. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu8WKSOFNL0/ Meanwhile, the global […]

7 years ago

Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have been pictured with their newborn son for the first time. Meghan gave birth to the baby boy at a London hospital early on Monday morning and the family returned home to Frogmore Cottage in Windsor later that day. She told reporters today, “He has the sweetest temperament, he’s really […]

7 years ago

Great news for fans of Fenty Beauty as it’s about to land in Irish Boots stores very soon. Rihanna’s massively popular beauty line will be available online and in-store from this Friday, May 10. Fenty Beauty was praised for its inclusivity when it first launched in 2017; the foundations come in over 40 different shades […]

7 years ago

The latest Game of Thrones episode went viral for the most unexpected reason when eagle-eyed fans spotted a coffee cup sitting on a table in front of Daenerys during one scene. And while Starbucks got plenty of free publicity from their mistake, it turns out the cup actually came from craft services on set. HBO […]

7 years ago

If you’re looking to book yourself a city break without spending an absolute fortune, then look no further. This handy new list of just how much an average day out in some of the most popular European destinations can cost will help you to decide exactly what you can afford. The new figures from Alpharooms […]

7 years ago

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has apologised ‘unreservedly’ over his controversial comments on the Waterford mortuary scandal and said that ‘this is one I got wrong’. Four consultants at University Hospital Waterford had signed a letter raising serious concerns about dead bodies being ‘left decomposing’ in the mortuary’s hallways and ‘leaking body fluids on to the floor’. […]

7 years ago

Aldi has unveiled its gorge new homeware collection that’s coming to stores later this month. With prices starting from just €5.99, it’s the perfect way to revamp a room without spending a fortune. The collection features everything from welcome mats to rugs, light fixtures and tables. It will be available in 137 stores around the […]

7 years ago

The bank holiday weekend may have you feeling like you need to get out and about, but if you don’t fancy stirring we’ve got just the excuse to keep you at home. Netflix has shared a list of the latest new shows and films that have just been added to the streaming service and they’re […]

7 years ago

Applications are now open to apply for one of the 20,000 free Interrail passes made available as part of an EU scheme. Open to all 18-year-olds in Ireland, you could bag yourself the chance to travel around Europe for free this summer and get one of the passes that usually costs €600 to buy. The […]

7 years ago

The final Game of Thrones season is finally here and fans are well and truly over-analysing every moment and guessing what it means. If you think you can make sense of all the hints that have been dropped throughout the show so far and guess the ending, you could win yourself a luxury holiday to […]

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Game of Thrones fans are still reeling from last Sunday night’s epic Battle of Winterfell but it looks like there’s still a whole lot more drama to come. Emilia Clarke went on Jimmy Kimmel Live to talk about just what went into shooting the final season and what we can expect from the next episodes. […]

7 years ago

Summer is just around the corner, meaning it’s almost time for Love Island and all the memes that come with it. But the great news is that it turns out it’s going to return to our screens a lot sooner than we thought – as host Caroline Flack just accidentally revealed. Digital Spy reported that […]

7 years ago

Two elderly US tourists had to be rescued after their car plunged off a slipway and into the sea off Valentia Island in Kerry on Tuesday. The couple, who are in their 70s, were spotted going off the pier and into the water by a woman at the Royal Hotel in Knightstown, and she alerted […]

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A journalist on a flight from Dublin to Malta has described the chaos on board as fights broke out between drunk passengers and music was blared on board the plane. The flight was reportedly delayed because of the unruly passengers who were travelling to a music festival in Malta, and a number of them were […]

7 years ago

Graham Norton is taking a break from his show and getting someone else to stand in for the night for the first time ever. The BBC host revealed that comedian Jack Whitehall will be taking over The Graham Norton Show on Friday, May 17 while he’s hosting the Eurovision in Tel Aviv. It will be […]

7 years ago

Netflix just dropped the trailer for their latest series that’s arriving later this month and it’s guaranteed to be a binge-watch. The Society is about a group of teenagers in New England whose parents all mysteriously disappear and is a modern twist on Lord of the Flies mixed with Gossip Girl. We’re sold. The official […]

7 years ago

Jamie Dornan has opened up about coping with depression after losing his mother and four of his friends within one year. The actor revealed he turned to alcohol after his mother passed away from pancreatic cancer when he was just 16 and four of his friends died in a car accident a year later. Speaking […]

7 years ago

Three innocent teenagers from Waterford were left needing hospital treatment after a shocking acid attack last week. A corrosive substance was reportedly thrown at the three boys in Earlscourt, Waterford at around 11pm last Thursday in a case of mistaken identity, according to The Mirror. 17-year-old Tega Agberhiere was rushed to hospital after the attack […]

7 years ago

Aldi has just unveiled its latest garden collection and you’re going to want all of it. The Aldi Garden Event is launching this Thursday, May 2 across all their stores where you’ll be able to pick up fab items like fire pits, gazebos and barbecue grills. And likely to be one of their most popular […]

7 years ago

It looks like Donald Trump could be set to visit Ireland this June following his state visit to the UK. The US president will be in the UK from June 3 to 5 and it’s reported that “some enquiries” have been made into him coming to Ireland afterwards. The Irish Times reports that no plans […]

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