Fans of the neon orange energy drink that is Lucozade have been pretty disappointed with changes made to the soft drink in the last year. Lucozade maker’s took the decision to reduce the drink’s sugar content, in an attempt to avoid the UK government’s new sugar taxes. The new recipe was hailed by Lucozade as […]

8 years ago

It’s freezing outside, and we need to jump into warm comfy clothes straight away.  Jumpers are one thing we can never resist buying, especially black ones. They go with everything, will never look untrendy and are basically a wardrobe essential. Plus, it doesn’t feel half as indulgent buying something as beautifully practical as a snuggly jumper. Here’s […]

8 years ago

The golden gal of Hollywood, Saoirse Ronan has been described as “Meryl reborn” by Ryan Gosling, and despite being only 23 she’s already had a hugely successful acting career. Previously nominated for Oscars for her performances in Brooklyn (Best Actress) and Atonement (Best Supporting Actress), Saoirse is generating an Oscar buzz yet again. Her latest role is teenager Christine […]

8 years ago

Halle-fuckin-lujah. Snow has arrived in Ireland to spread some winter cheer, and the first sprinkling of it has been spotted on the peak of Carrauntoohil. And it is GORGEOUS. A video posted by Kerry Climbing shows the pretty white powder dusted all over the top of the mountain, and the views from the peak look incredible.  With […]

8 years ago

The master of the documentary genre, Louis Theroux has been killing it ever since he first started making films in the late 1990s. And ohhh boy get yourselves snuggled in on the sofa for a good one tonight, because his famous My Scientology Movie is showing on BBC Two tonight at 9pm. What’s it all about? After […]

8 years ago

You’ve done the awkward messaging back and forth, the banter has been impressive, and now you’ve finally agreed on a face-to-face encounter. EEEK.  What if you’re not as funny as you think you are? What if there’s long painful silences? Well, according to Time Magazine, research shows that there’s five solid “pocket topics” that you […]

8 years ago

Ahhh Whatsapp. How on Earth did did social groups get by before this marvel of communication?  Most of us belong to at least one group, usually falling into the fairly standard categories of ‘Family’, ‘Friends’ and the dreaded ‘Work’ chat. Then these usually get split into even more sub-categories, such as ‘Brother Bants Only’ and the essential ‘Gals Holiday Marbs 2017’. We all have a role […]

8 years ago

North Korea, Donald Trump’s mad Tweets, and the general instability across the globe – the idea of World War III breaking out doesn’t seem all that ludicrous anymore.  Luckily for Irish people, we’ll more than likely be safe and sound on our little island. The i100 has taken data from Global Peace Index 2017 to work out the […]

8 years ago

There’s genuinely nothing worse than waking up the morning after the night before, checking your phone, and realising: oh FUCK. You’ve only gone and Whatsapped yer man who you were absolutely mad about but for some reason has ignored you for the last week. Great.  But now, Whatsapp have introduced a lifesaving feature If you update […]

8 years ago

Irish fans heading over to Copenhagen next weekend for the Denmark v Ireland World Cup qualifier are gonna be pleasantly surprised with the pubs. Known for being an expensive city to drink in, pints usually set customers back about €8-€10 in the capital, but Irish bars are going all out to prepare for the fans from […]

8 years ago

Giving the little one a boost by, say, giving it a name with proven successes is pretty much the best start you can offer. Which is probably why genealogy research website Moose Roots worked out the top names for genius minds. They brought together 14,750 names – including those of philosophers, writers, mathematicians, scientists, artists, composers, inventors, […]

8 years ago

If you’ve had the pleasure recently of trying to flag down a taxi on the street, or desperately attempt to use the MyTaxi app, chances are you’ll be aware that getting a taxi in Ireland right now is pretty tough. Especially in Dublin.  A Fianna Fail councillor, Paul McAuliffe, has spoken out on why the problem […]

8 years ago

“You’re going to need a bigger boat.” With a score of 97% on Rotten Tomatoes and countless glowing reviews, Steven Spielberg’s masterpiece Jaws is on the telly tonight, and if you’ve never seen it now is your chance. Here’s what the iconic thriller is about… “A giant great white shark arrives on the shores of a […]

8 years ago

It’s considered one of the most epic film creations of all time, and now Lord Of The Rings could actually be coming to your TV screen. Seriously, it’s true. Variety reports that Warner Bros. Television and the estate of J.R.R. Tolkien are in talks with Amazon Studios to develop a television series based on the incredible fantasy LOTR novels. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos […]

8 years ago

Salt. Tequila. Lemon. Blackout. That’s usually the order in which our tequila experience goes, but new research shows that the hefty spirit is actually pretty good for you (we recommend a three-shot limit.) A new study published in Science Daily has identified substances from the tequila plant that enhance absorption of calcium in the body, meaning for us […]

8 years ago

Glam gals rejoice! Two of our favourite treats – afternoon tea and make-up – have just come together in the very best way. Benefit Cosmetics on South William Street in Dublin has just announced a very special Afternoon Tea package: ‘The Benefit Afternoon Beaut Tea’. Ideal for groups of 6-16, you arrive in their ultra-cute store […]

8 years ago

Another week, another gas bunch of tweets from you lot! We’ve scrolled through Twitter to find who could make us laugh, grin or chuckle in 140 characters or less.  And as always, you delivered. 1. “We’re just off to Europe” Why do Americans talk about Europe as if it’s a shopping centre — Dean Gilroy […]

8 years ago

Travelling on planes can be stressful enough at the best of times – you’re cramped in a small space, and god forbid you’ve to sit next to a stranger. Ahh yes, it’s the strangers that’s the problem, y’see. Our fellow mankind can be pretty horrific, and the Instagram account @Passengershaming curates the very best (a.k.a […]

8 years ago

One of the funniest actors of our time, Will Ferrell is back with a hilarious-sounding new series. Just in time for those long boring winter nights too! Here’s the official synopsis…  From executive producers Will Ferrell, Adam McKay and Funny Or Die, NO ACTIVITY celebrates the mundane in what should be a high stakes sting […]

8 years ago

Get ready to feel that hefty swell of patriotism in your chest: a new ad for the Irish Rugby team has just dropped and it’s seriously moving. “Who we are is how we play” is the latest phase of Vodafone’s Team of Us sponsorship of the Irish rugby, and their new ad campaign gives a rare […]

8 years ago

Falling asleep surrounded by 25 million plastic bricks in a custom-built LEGO house would definitely be an experience you’d never forget. For one night, the newly opened LEGO House in Billund, Denmark will become one family’s private playground. AirBnB has teamed up with LEGO to offer a one night stay for free in the jaw-dropping […]

8 years ago

Get your jerseys fresh and ready and those plane tickets to Japan booked, because World Rugby has just announced who the Irish team will be playing in the first pool of the Rugby World Cup in 2019. And you know what? We’re feeling pretty damn confident about this… Ireland’s 2019 Rugby World Cup Pool 1 […]

8 years ago

Adare Manor temporarily closed its doors in early 2016 to undergo a massive refurbishment, and will reopen in March 2018 with its newly rebuilt, redesigned and remodelled golf course, which was led by world-renowned golf course architect Tom Fazio with the Adare Manor team. The newly designed luxury resort in Limerick now boasts of a new 42-bedroom wing, […]

8 years ago

Considering today is World Vegan Day, all we’ve heard all day is that being vegan is better for your health, the environment, and ultimately your lifespan. We reckon it’s common enough knowledge that the first two are true, but is it true that vegans live longer than meat eaters? PETA published an article examining a […]

8 years ago

Some food trends that come to the UK and Ireland aren’t exactly the most appetising (does anyone like Matcha?!), but one new trend for 2018 is gonna be absolutely mouthwatering. Waitrose has revealed in their 2017-18 food trend report that Asian cuisine is set to be huge, with one variation in particular becoming popular. We’ll all […]

8 years ago

Leg home, pop on the fluffy PJs and settle yourselves in for a movie night lads and lassies: one of the absolute best* romantic comedies of our time is now on Netflix. When Harry Met Sally will make you laugh, cringe, and ultimately cry. It’s iconic. *There’ll be no debate about this, it’s a goddamn classic, […]

8 years ago

In what might appear to be a controversial move, Finnair has announced plans to weigh about 100-150 passengers on each flight before the board. The Sun reports that the airline isn’t doing to to penalise overweight passengers, but instead is introducing the system so that they can work out a better balance on the aircraft. […]

8 years ago

Do you have a fairly hectic life? You might want to plan an escape to Sweden… The 72 Hour Cabin is a Swedish initiative, where people with some of the world’s most stressful jobs were invited to experience Sweden’s ‘close to nature’ lifestyle, to see what effect it had on their well-being.  Located on a […]

8 years ago

Paris might be known worldwide as the city of love, but us Irish folk can actually be pretty damn romantic in our own way. Sure, we might not surprise our loved ones in work with a huge bouquet of roses, or whisk them away for a helicopter ride into the sunset, but sometimes it’s […]

8 years ago

Consider yourself a master of breakfast? You might want to challenge yourself to The Murphy’s Breakfast Challenge plate in Westmeath… The huge serving consists of four sausages, four white pudding, four black pudding, four rashers, four fried eggs, four fried tomatoes, mushrooms, beans, four hash browns, four pieces of toast, a bowl of fries (!), […]

8 years ago

Could you be happy without alcohol? Would you participate in an uprising against those in power? Have you ever had sex with a stranger? Do you think Generation Y has been given a raw deal? All of these questions and more will be answered in a new two-part RTE documentary which airs tonight, revealing the results of […]

8 years ago

Jeffrey Dahmer, also known as the Milwaukee Cannibal, was an American serial killer and sex offender, who committed the rape, murder, and dismemberment of 17 men and boys between 1978 and 1991. One of America’s most notorious serial killers, the latest documentary on his life and crimes is Dahmer on Dahmer: A Serial Killer Speaks, and it looks freaky af. Here’s the […]

8 years ago

Meet Bodacious. He’s a “Cat Shepard”  in Kilkenny, who arrived in farmer Suzanna Crampton’s life 11 years ago and now has a cult following on Twitter and Facebook. The sassy cat is involved in all the daily aspects of sheep farming life, and what started off as a Twitter account of Bodacious’ activities has now turned […]

8 years ago

People still searching for a last-minute fright this Halloween should apparently make their way to the spooky midlands, after a leading Irish paranomal investigator has said that Offaly is the most haunted county in Ireland. Dublin Live reports that Irish Ghost Hunters chief Tim Kelly said paranormal activity is especially strong in the three castles […]

8 years ago

Wipe that mouth of yours and try to stop salivating over the very thoughts of a big juicy plate of roast meat… It’s official, the best carvery in the entire country has been decided upon. No more arguing over what pub to go to or whether the local hotel down the road is worth the […]

8 years ago

Twice a year the clocks change, which means that twice a year a LOT of people are either a whole hour late or a whole hour early. Don’t get caught out this year. Saviour that extra hour. You deserve it. When do they go back? The clocks will go back one hour at 2am on […]

8 years ago

It’s that time of the week again. The time where we share the very best of Irish Twitter on our social platform to show off what a gas bunch you all are.  G’wan you! This week is no different, you guys have killed it once more. Just see for yourself… 1. Modern day romance Me […]

8 years ago

Forget about venturing outside into the big bad world tonight – both The Late Late show and Graham Norton have some quality guests joining them this evening. The Graham Norton Show is on BBC One at 11.05pm, and The Late Late Show starts on RTE One at 9.35pm, so you’ll be able to fit ’em […]

8 years ago

The one and only Mattress Mick will be taking over our screens tonight at 10.15pm, as the documentary Mattress Men is scheduled to be shown on RTE One.  Known to all Dubs nowadays as a real legend, getting a selfie with Mattress Mick has become the thing to do for the guys and gals of the […]

8 years ago

Strict new guidelines on planning applications for short terms lettings in Ireland means that using Airbnb could get a whole lot more difficult. The Irish Times reports that under the law, changing the use of a property (for example short term lets such as under Airbnb), actually requires planning permission. Under the new rules, anyone […]

8 years ago

The cold weather is officially setting in, which means one thing: you need a cosy escape with all the gang before Christmas. Vino by the roaring fire, walks in the mountains in the morning to freshen the head and a huge fry up back at the gaff are the kind of moments that will make you feel […]

8 years ago

Fancy seeing a secret movie before anyone else? We thought so… Secret Screenings make a return visit this Bank Holiday Monday, October 30th to seven Omniplex Cinemas nationwide.  As with all Secret Screenings the trick is in the secret, with nothing but the genre of the film revealed in advance.   On the treat side, movie goers are promised a […]

8 years ago

Our longtime hero of cheap buys and glitz and glamour, Penneys is a one-stop shop for all the bits you’ll ever need for getting ready for a night out. Sequin purse? Yep. Hundreds of bobby pins? They’ve millions of them.  And their own brand makeup is actually pretty great. There’s a shite load of glittery […]

8 years ago

Growing up in Ireland in the last 20 or so years there was a LOT of different trends floating around. Snakebite piercings, trackie bottoms tucked into your socks and neon tutu skirts are just some of the trends that still make us jerk awake in a cold sweat, but there’s more – way more. Irish Reddit […]

8 years ago

New security measures have been introduced on all American-bound flights from today onward, with concerns that it will cause flight delays and longer processing times for passengers. Reuters reports that airlines will now conduct short interviews with passengers, either at check in or at the boarding gate, in an attempt to respond to the threat […]

8 years ago

Hands up who’s aged 25-34 and still lives with their parents? No shame in that now, especially when you see that a good 22% of people in Ireland are in that exact same position. What with rising rents, college related fees and all that avocado toast (lol), a lot of young people are choosing to […]

8 years ago

It’s the end of an era as Bryan Dobson did his last ever bulletin on RTE Six One news. Dobbo has been co-anchoring the programme since 1996, and his face has become a familiar sight as he delivered the biggest and most breaking news stories into Irish living rooms for over a decade. But tonight, […]

8 years ago

If you were one of the eager beavers to apply for The Late Late Toy Show tickets this year, we’re sorry to say that your chances are realistically pretty slim. Last year RTE received about 150,000 applications for tickets over a six week period, whereas this year they’ve already received 80,000 – in just TWO days. With […]

8 years ago

Tomorrow is a day for carb lovers to rejoice and celebrate their love for pasta – it’s International Pasta Day. Pasta is one of the world’s most favourite foods! Spaghetti, lasagna, ravioli, fusili, tortellini – did you know there are over 600 known pasta shapes? Deliveroo has teamed up with Dublin eatery Pinocchio to create a […]

8 years ago

Raw sewage is entering water untreated every single day in 44 urban locations around Ireland, according to the latest Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) report on urban waste-water treatment. The Irish Times reports that waste-water treatment facilities in 50 of Ireland’s 185 large towns and cities have failed to comply with EU standards. The EPA has warned […]

8 years ago