We Irish often goaded about our conservative Catholic upbringing but the times are a-changing if this latest survey is anything to go by. Research by dating website Victoria Milan has found that Irish couple are the most sexually adventurous in the world, spending longer in the sack than any of our neighbouring countries. According to […]

9 years ago

The editor of The Sunday Times has apologised for printed a column by Irish journalist Kevin Myers, who has been branded “anti-semitic” and “unacceptable”. In the article, entitled ‘Sorry, Ladies – Equal Pay Has To Be Earned’, Myers discusses the gender pay gap and singles our BBC presenters Claudia Winkleman and Vanessa Feltz. The piece […]

9 years ago

If you were holding out on upgrading your iPhone until the new iPhone 8 is released, we have some bad news for you. The latest reports from the Apple camp suggest that the new handset won’t be launched until October or November 2018 , with limited stock initially going on sale. One thing that might […]

9 years ago

Two people have died and a third is in a serious condition after a spate of motorcycle accidents around Ireland this weekend. The first collision took place in Mungret in Limerick, when a man in his 50s struck a roundabout shortly after 7.30pm. He was rushed to University Hospital Limerick but was tragically pronounced dead […]

9 years ago

As anyone who has been involved in GAA will know, there is no rivalry more intense that the one between neighbouring counties. That said, the GAA also fosters a very different response from fans – one of solidarity, camaraderie and sportmanship – and this latest story about two Mayo and Roscommon fans is a great […]

9 years ago

Whether you’re a fan of a flutter or not, there’s no denying that a trip to the Galway Races is a rite of passage. The whole city is taken over for the week of the Ballybrit Summer Festival and it is absolutely madness, with everything from haute couture to top tips doing the rounds. Like […]

9 years ago

In the latest in a long line of jawdropping and horrendous decisions, Donald Trump announced last week that he would be banning all transgender soldiers from serving in the military. The move was widely condemned across the globe and now, the Irish Defence Forces have come out in support of the transgender community. In a […]

9 years ago

We’re very partial to a game of beer pong now and again but things have moved to a whole new level with this latest news. Prosecco Pong is officially now a game, with a company releasing a set with everything you need to get you started. It works exactly the same as beer pong, except […]

9 years ago

While Rosanna Davison has turned her hand to many different projects, we certainly wouldn’t have predicted that a foray into reality TV would be next on the list. But apparently, the former Miss World has signed on the dotted line and will be appearing in the next season of Celebrity Big Brother alongside former Love Island […]

9 years ago

If you enjoy a glass of wine or a craft beer at home after a long day, you might be paying a lot more for your tipple if Leo Varadkar has his way. The Taoiseach revealed last night on Vincent Browne’s show that he is planning to raise the cost of buying alcohol in off-licenses […]

9 years ago

It’s (sadly) Vincent Browne’s last week on our screens and last night, he invited our new Taoiseach Leo Varadkar on the show to talk about everything from Brexit to the health service. While it had been billed as the ultimate head-to-head, the general consensus is that Vincent could have taken a firmer hand during the […]

9 years ago

At Lovin.ie, we love to share some of Ireland’s hidden gems and help you to make the most of your staycations. And this week, we’ve got something particularly special for you. West Cork is one of Ireland’s most stunning areas and while there are many ways to explore the region and enjoy the wildlife and […]

9 years ago

The whole country went into collective mourning recently when Vincent Browne announced his intent to retire, and his final show airs later this week on TV3. Vincent being Vincent, he was always going to go out with a bang and it sounds like tonight’s episode could be the best yet – with Taoiseach Leo Varadkar […]

9 years ago

We’ve kicked off our search for the most stunning photo of Ireland and the response was even better than we expected. People all over the country have been tagging their images on Instagram with #lovinireland and we’ve shortlisted ten of our favourites for your viewing pleasure! Three of these beautiful images will go forward to […]

9 years ago

In a long-term relationship? Have a special occasion coming up? Running out of ideas to knock their socks off? Worry not, as we’ve been doing the hard work for you and discovered what has to be one of Ireland’s most amazing rentals. Batty Langley Lodge is located in Leixlip in Co. Kildare, on the grounds […]

9 years ago

We all have those moments when our minds drift and we go to our happy place. For us, it’s Galway and we can see ourselves strolling down the Prom, wind in our hair, maybe a cute dog… you get the picture. And now, we have a new addition to the daydream – this absolutely amazing […]

9 years ago

For all of our faults, we’re a wonderful little country. Whether it’s business or sport, we’re constantly punching above our weight and doing ourselves proud across the globe. Each year seems to unearth a new collection of creative and dynamic people who are ready to forge a path and show us something new. This list […]

9 years ago

The temperatures are on the rise but if you’re going to be behind the wheel this weekend, then it pays to be careful with your choice of refreshments! Motorists have been warned that enjoying boozy ice-pops could leave you over the drink driving limit, as some could have up to 10% alcohol. According to The […]

9 years ago

As the saying goes, if it looks too good to be true… it usually is. There’s a new scam in operation at the moment that is promising substantial tax refunds through an official-looking ‘Revenue’ website. According to Joe.ie, people have been receiving text messages that offer details of a tax refund and a link to […]

9 years ago

If you woke up this morning with a smile on your face, you’re not alone – as today is apparently the happiest day of the year. Dr Cliff Arnall, who coined the term Blue Monday, used a scientific formula to decipher that people are at their most content all year on 14 July. Several factors […]

9 years ago

We cover a lot of property porn on this website but this is definitely the most impressive one yet. The 10-bedroom Castletown Cox in Kilkenny is located just outside Carrick-On-Suir and is a beautiful Georgian estate set on 513 acres. It’s absolutely stunning on the inside, take a look… The property also includes… * Black […]

9 years ago

The weekend is finally on the horizon and our plans involve PJs, the couch and an absolute shitload of unhealthy food. Of course, you can’t have a couchfest without some quality telly and some great shows have just landed on Netflix in time to keep us entertained. From nature docs to legal drama, this should […]

9 years ago

After a long day’s work, all we generally want is a few hours in front of the telly and a good kip. However, it’s not always that easy. Despite being barely able to keep our eyes open, we often end up tossing and turning for hours and wake up wrecked the following morning. Well, there’s […]

9 years ago

It was revealed at the weekend that a Euromillions ticket worth €29m was sold in Ireland and now we know where! The lucky winner bought their ticket at Garryduff Stores in Castlebar, with the delighted shop owner spilling the beans on RTE Radio One’s Morning Ireland this morning. Umesh Kumar told the show that his shop […]

9 years ago

Penneys has long been an obsession in our lives but this summer, it has been joined by another one – ITV’s unbelievably addictive reality show Love Island. While many of us were watching under the radar since the beginning of this year’s series, Love Island mania really took hold once Irish contestants Rob Lipsett and […]

9 years ago

After an interesting few weeks, the Lions tour has come to an end following the team’s draw with New Zealand. And if you’ve ever wondered how the players celebrate, this video may come as a surprise. Rather than high-rolling with some Conor McGregor-esque party, it seems the lads were happy to mark a job well done […]

9 years ago

One of the greatest discoveries that we ever made was the joy of the mini-break. Perfect for those times when you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed but can’t afford to take a week’s holidays, heading away for 24hrs can really clear the head and leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. When we’re booking a little getaway, […]

9 years ago

Marie is Editor-In-Chief at Lovin Media Group and has such an unhealthy obsession with stationary that she was given whiteboard markers for her last birthday. When she’s not plotting a takeover over the global media landscape on Google Sheets, she’s usually sipping a nice bottle of red, listening to some Pearl Jam and gorging on […]

9 years ago

Far from the sterile spaces they used to be, hospitals in Ireland these days generally try to be a bit more welcoming – with everything from art exhibits to poetry adorning the walls. However, this one at Waterford Hospital is one of the quirkiest we’ve seen – using crutches to create an art installation. Strange […]

9 years ago

If you’ve ever fancied seeing yourself on the small screen, this could be your chance… as long as you have red hair. Extras are being urgently sought for a new TV series, which is filming in both Dublin and Wicklow next week. While no details of the show have been revealed, the positions are open […]

9 years ago

Ed Sheeran’s recent announcement that he will perform a series of gigs around Ireland was met with mass hysteria from fans and those all-important tickets go on sale tomorrow morning. While measures have been introduced to minimise ticket touting, some people are not talking any chances on missing out and have already started queuing at […]

9 years ago

Ireland’s collective man crush Jamie Dornan is in Northern Ireland at the moment and was snapped earlier today playing a golf at Portstewart Golf Club. And while the course looks pretty impressive, it was something else that caught Twitter’s eye… Look at that view! ???? #CausewayCoastalRoute #DiscoverNI #DDFIrishOpen pic.twitter.com/SWZqwDhq25 — Northern Ireland (@DiscoverNI) July 5, […]

9 years ago

Last week, we kicked off our search for the most stunning photo of Ireland and the response was even better than we expected. People all over the country have been tagging their images on Instagram with #lovinireland and we’ve shortlisted ten of our favourites for your viewing pleasure! Three of these beautiful images will go […]

9 years ago

We all do our best to stand up for what we believe in but one woman took things to another level during her graduation ceremony recently. Ciara Cinnamond was due to collect her Degree in Politics, Philosophy and Economics from Queen’s University Belfast last week, on the same day as the #MarchForEquality was taking place in […]

9 years ago

There have been some great Irish movies released over the last year and Handsome Devil is definitely one of our favourites. If you missed it during its recent cinema release, you’re in luck – as Netflix has announced this morning that the John Butler-directed film will be available to stream from July 20th. Starring Andrew Scott, […]

9 years ago

A huge fire is raging at an abandoned building in Cork City tonight. Several units of Cork Fire Brigade are battling the fire at St Kevin’s Hospital on Lee Road, with several videos of the blaze circulating on social media in the last hour or so. READ NEXT: The Internet Is Losing Its Mind Over […]

9 years ago

The search for missing Mayo GAA star David Gavin has been called off in Canada, with police saying he is now presumed drowned. The 26-year-old was last seen when he dived off a bridge in British Columbia on Friday and Independent.ie is reporting tonight that the decision has been made to scale down attempts to […]

9 years ago

For a long time, we were confident in the assumption that when we looked at an outfit we saw the same thing as everyone else. And then came The Dress. NEVER has an issue been as divisive as whether the (ugly) dress was white and gold or blue and black. Offices were divided and marriages […]

9 years ago

Anyone who is from a rural area will know that that some farmers take trespassing very, very seriously. Honestly, walking onto someone else’s land can spark a feud akin to that seen in John B Keane’s The Field. And one Roscommon landowner is taking no chances when it comes to people moving in on his […]

9 years ago

Ryanair has hit back at claims that it deliberately separates families and groups travelling with the airline. Passengers had expressed anger recently that those who booked non-allocated seats were split across the aircraft, even though adjacent seats seemed to be available. However, the airline today said that this is not the case and middle seats […]

9 years ago

We’ll start by saying there’s no such thing as a bad weekend to head to Galway but if you manage to make it down during festival season, then you’re definitely on to a winner. The summer season has kicked off in earnest and this weekend, it was the turn of Seafest to take over the […]

9 years ago

The general rule of thumb when it comes to sex is nobody feels like they’re getting enough of it. Well, now you can know for sure – thanks to a new survey. According to the Kinsey Institute of Sex, Reproduction and Gender, most of us are having the most frequent sex when aged in our late […]

9 years ago

One of the biggest stumbling blocks for anyone hoping to buy in Ireland at the moment is the deposit. With rents rising by the month, keeping all your basic bills covered can be a challenge so stacking away upwards of €30,000 requires some serious sacrifices.  Daft.ie has just released its latest report on the housing […]

9 years ago

Avoca is one of the country’s most beloved brands and it could be set to expand further across Ireland, according to reports. According to Independent.ie, Managing Director Simon Pratt revealed this week that the company could open three new stores in the next two years – with the creation of 300 new jobs. No details […]

9 years ago

When it comes to planning a wedding, there’s a lot of decisions to be made. From choosing a venue to picking the right band, it’s all about making the big day as special and personal as possible. And for one Irish bride, that meant inviting an unusual guest to be part of proceedings. Maegan Wallace […]

9 years ago

If you’re planning a long-haul trip soon, we have some good news for you. Norwegian Airlines is launching flights from Dublin, Cork, Shannon and Belfast to the US this weekend – with some seriously cheap fares. The low-cost airline will be offering flights to New York (Stewart International) and Providence, Rhode Island (T.F Green Airport ) […]

9 years ago

Almost 3,000 children in Ireland were homeless last night, according to new figures. The Department Of Housing has confirmed that 2,777 children were registered as being without a permanent home in May, with 1,312 homeless families. The Peter McVerry Trust has hit out at the situation, saying that it is “completely unacceptable”. “In early 2016, […]

9 years ago

People have got famous for many things off the back of the RTÉ News – slipping on their backside, for example. But the latest duo are going viral for a whole other reason – getting caught rotten having a shift across from the courts… while their mate took a quick snap, of course. We’re fighting […]

9 years ago

A devastated bride has made an emotional appeal after her wedding and engagement rings were stolen from Phoenix Park. Jane Deering was jogging in the public park when a friend when she returned to find that her car had been broken into and the left-hand window smashed. Both women’s handbags had been stolen, with Jane’s […]

9 years ago

A couple who tragically lost their son in a hit and run incident have won almost €1.2m in a lotto draw. Colin and Eithne Bell lost their 26-year-old son Kevin in 2013 and have since gone on to set up a charity to help families fly home deceased loved ones from abroad. The couple confirmed […]

9 years ago