Today marks the one year anniversary of Gay Byrne’s death. One of the greats of Irish broadcasting, he passed away peacefully at his home last November.  Often fondly referred to as Uncle Gay, tributes have been pouring in for former RTÉ presenter Gay Byrne all morning, with a host of well-known faces sharing their most […]

6 years ago

A Channel 4 spokesperson confirmed the news. Channel 4 has confirmed that a documentary about the “rollercoaster” life and death of Caroline Flack is in the pipeline. Set to explore both the public and private life of the former Love Island presenter, it’s believed that the documentary will be told through the eyes of her […]

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Viewers across Ireland have been moved by the “gorgeous show”, with some even going so far as to say that DIY SOS is “the best programme on TV by a mile”.  Popular home renovation show DIY SOS has wrapped up for another season with the final episode airing on Irish tellies over the weekend. Headed […]

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The brainchild of two Dublin chefs, the weekly seafood meal boxes will be available every Wednesday and Friday. Teasing that “something very exciting” was to be announced today, all was revealed at 3pm when well-known restaurateur Niall Sabongi took to social media to announce the good news. The man behind other Dublin businesses such as […]

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The world is in turmoil but that won’t stop this year’s lineup of hardy I’m A Celeb participants from heading deep into the Welsh countryside all in the name of entertainment. Confirming that I’m A Celeb WILL go ahead – in spite of current UK coronavirus restrictions – show bosses have revealed that this year’s […]

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Michéal Martin made a big boo boo today – one that Twitter isn’t likely to let him live down in a hurry. Speaking out on Varadkar’s alleged passing of a confidential document to the then President of the National Association of General Practitioners (NAGP), Martin said that though it was “not best practice”, the Tanáiste […]

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The Coronas have something very special up their sleeves for December, asking fans to help them out and get involved in the project. The Halloween decorations have barely just been packed away for another year but people have already set their sights on December 25th. While usually, I would argue that November is still a […]

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Described as an “innovative new 56-seater bakery, restaurant and wine bar”, Éan can be found by Galway’s famous Druid Theatre on Druid Lane.  The newest addition to the already booming foodie scene in the City of Tribes, Éan is the latest venture by  Enda McEvoy and Sinead Meacle – the husband and wife duo behind […]

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You’ve heard of the phrase “once in a blue moon”? Well, this is where the saying comes from.  Irish people are in for a real treat tomorrow night as the sky will be lit up by a rare blue moon this Halloween. The first full moon to coincide with October 31st in over 40 years, […]

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Not one to shy away from speaking her mind, Selling Sunset star Christine Quinn is part of the reason the show is so popular. Confirming the news we’ve all been waiting to hear, she told ITV This Morning that the drama WILL pick back up for a fourth season. Hallelujah. On to chat about her […]

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Another Friday night has almost rolled around and we’ll be spending this one much like every other night this week… wrapped up on the couch, with remote control in hand. Set to welcome a host of different well-known celebs, this week’s Late Late show will see Tubs catch up with Phillip Schofield, Cat Deeley and […]

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Speaking to Miriam O’Callaghan last night’s RTÉ Prime Time, Minister of State at the Department of Enterprise, Damien English, weighed in on the difference between essential and non-essential retail items. Discussing current level five restrictions as they pertain to retailers, mixed retailers such as supermarkets, in particular, Mr English said that “there is a list […]

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Regularly spotted down these parts, Sarah Jessica Parker and husband Matthew Broderick have been known to stop into their idyllic holiday home in Kilcar from time to time. A very vocal advocate for all the Emerald Isle has to offer, locals went wild last year when the Hollywood starlet was spotted tipping about Dublin. However, […]

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October 31st is just around the corner and one Sligo café is marking the occasion by launching a festively-themed Halloween treat box. Packed full of all sorts of goodies, each one comes with four sticky toffee apples, four spooky cupcakes and four marshmallow monsters – just what the (witch) doctor ordered to cure those trick […]

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A Ballina born author has gotten a raving endorsement from the New York Times, who included his book The Nine Lives of Pakistan on a recommended reading list for next month. Compiling a roundup of ’16 books to watch this November’, Irish author Declan Walsh was included on the prestigious list with his book The […]

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Commenting that level five restrictions are “having the desired effect”, Minister for Further and Higher Education Simon Harris this morning warned that there is still a long way to go before we can “declare victory” over Covid-19. Speaking on 2FM Breakfast with Doireann Garrihy and Eoghan McDermott, Harris said that current guidelines were put in […]

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A local businessman himself, Sebb Taylor is a well-known part of the Galway food scene. The face behind the popular Temple Café in the heart of the city, he’s very familiar with the hard work and dedication that goes into getting a business up off the ground. Sharing a photo from his recent visit to […]

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One Tyrone young fella has won hearts across Ireland after a video of him recounting his busy day went viral online. Originally posted on Facebook by Darragh’s mam, the video really gathered traction over on Twitter where the clip was met by an outpouring of praise for the wee man. Detailing everything he got up […]

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Most of us are well used to working from home by now. Seven months in and the office is but a distant memory at this point. Commuting? Never heard of her. Now that the initial novelty of being at home has worn off though, some of you may join me in admitting that you’re a […]

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Another Bank Holiday Monday almost done and dusted. A different one to most others we’ve weathered over the years, but an extra day off is always welcome and I don’t know about you, but I plan on spending the evening on the couch, wrapped up like a burrito. What’s on the box tonight? Choose between […]

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At a loss as to how to keep the kids entertained at home? This free online Halloween show will definitely keep them busy for a while. Keeping the kids entertained over the midterm is top of every parent’s priorities right now. With trick or treating off the cards and most other Halloween celebrations contained to […]

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Love is Blind happened this year. Let’s just let that sink in for a minute. Mad, ain’t it? Premiering on Netflix back in February, Love is Blind took the world by storm and was all anyone could talk about for a while there. Quickly overshadowed by banana bread, Normal People and Zoom quizzes, the reality […]

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Snail mail has seen a comeback this year with people using it as a more personal way of staying in touch with one another. Also a popular schoolwork exercise, one young student decided to send her homework to her favourite chef Neven Maguire. Tasked with writing to their heroes, eight-year-old Holly chose Neven because she […]

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Describing it as “one of the hardest and most heartbreaking stories ever”, presenter Baz Ashmawy said last night’s DIY SOS episode helped to restore his faith “at a time when it would be easy to lose it”. The first episode of home renovation show DIY SOS aired on Irish tellies last week. Starring presenter Baz […]

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For pet owners, making sure their dog is as safe and calm as possible is always of the utmost importance – with those concerns increasing tenfold in the run-up to Halloween. Nice to look at, fireworks tend to cause more harm than good where pets are involved but there are a few steps you can […]

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Day four of lockdown and tonight’s plans look much the same as last night’s… and tomorrow’s too for that matter. This evening’s entertainment includes a Jim Carrey special, a Halloween classic and a 007 favourite. Gods of Egypt – 7:35pm – FilmFour Based on the ancient Egyptian deities, the movie tells of an Egyptian God […]

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Essential vs. non-essential: Tanáiste Leo Varadkar has stated that retailers selling mixed goods must separate stock and only sell essential items in order to allow them to stay open. Confirming that Gardaí have been contacted about the issue, Varadkar told RTÉ that they will be monitoring the situation and ensuring that guidelines are being adhered […]

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A kind word can go a long way. Only a matter of days into our second lockdown of the year, news that the country would be reverting back to level five restrictions hit people hard. Having a knock-on effect on all aspects of life, the more stringent measures have also meant that visits to long […]

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We’re a nation obsessed with all things Matt Damon. We have a sort of communal fondness for the star ever since he was first spotted out and about in Dalkey earlier this year and we’d fight tooth and nail to protect him… a bit of a stretch maybe but we’d definitely stand up for him […]

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No better man to get the nation smiling than Miggle D Giggles – Ireland’s pint-sized giggling President. Laughter is the best medicine – it’s one of those throwaway phrases that people love to whip out and offer as advice whenever we’re feeling blue. Annoying as that can sometimes be, there is actually some truth to […]

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Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow Rainfall warning for Donegal, predicting that the county will be hit with heavy and prolonged showers of rain or hail today. Issued at 7am this morning, the warning is in place until early Monday. Weather across the rest of the country will be mostly cool and blustery with sunny […]

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Three friends that said ‘feck it’ and moved into the famous Pint Baby pub… legendary.  Being a homeowner is one thing, being a pub owner quite another… but what if you combined the two and made the pub your home? Brings a whole new meaning to the ‘sure he lives in the pub’ phrase, doesn’t […]

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The first Saturday night of lockdown 2.0 is upon us, but fret not – there is plenty on the box to make staying in worth your while. Paddington – 7:05pm – RTÉ One A young Peruvian bear travels to London in search of a home, finding shelter with the Brown family who offer him temporary […]

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Virginia Trioli, an Australian journalist, author and radio/TV presenter, has written a letter of support to Ireland – sharing her top tips for surviving a second lockdown. Already 15 weeks into Melbourne’s second lockdown of the year, Trioli has picked up a few helpful coping mechanisms along the way, deciding to share her wisdom with […]

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Gardaí have launched an official investigation after an illegal shebeen was discovered at a premises in Athy, Co Kildare. Learning of the shebeen via social media, Gardaí obtained a warrant to search the building discovering a “fully operational premises” complete with a bar, beer taps, a 70-inch flat-screen TV and a full-size pool table. Sharing […]

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The stunning Dower House of Kilkenny Castle, Butler House has been associated with the Butler family for over 500 years. Restored in the 1970s, it now operates as a guesthouse and conference centre – impressing visitors with its Georgian splendour and beautiful gardens. However, falling on incredibly tough times this year, the team at Butler […]

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Staff at Sambros have confirmed that, thankfully, no one was hurt. Already a very trying time, one Limerick café has really been dealt a bad hand – dealing with the aftermath of a small fire that broke out behind the premises during the week. Updating the public on the situation, the team at popular gourmet […]

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Love is most certainly in the air down in The Faithful County where one elderly Offaly couple recently tied the knot – 40 years after they first met. Local man John Bermingham (86) and his long-time partner Mary Long (83) proved that true love has no expiration date, putting their glad rags on and heading […]

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Owners at Shells Café in Sligo are reminiscing on the “good old days” this morning, sharing an emotional post on Instagram encouraging people to continue looking out for one another. One of countless other Irish business forced to do the same, Shells Café in Sligo opened their doors to level five restriction this morning. Obviously […]

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Liam Gallagher has just given his two cents on the situation over in Ireland and some people think it’s in reference to Fungie’s whereabouts. If there’s one person you can always rely on to have an opinion (and voice said opinion on Twitter) it’s our good pal Liam Gallagher. Ever vocal on social media, the […]

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One of the biggest names in Hollywood is set to join Ryan on the Late Late this week. Need a hint? His catchphrase is “alright, alright, alright”. Got it in one, didn’t ya? Yes, the one, the only Matthew McConaughey is set to make an appearance on this week’s show – making us very excited […]

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A Mexican restaurant to be found up in Donegal, La Fiesta is a popular choice with locals. Run by brothers Martin and Felipe Hernandez, they’ve vowed to look out for those who most need it – saying they will do what they can to help. Donegal restaurant La Fiesta is following the lead of several […]

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Even American media has picked up on the search for Fungie the dolphin. Concerns over the whereabouts of Dingle’s most famous resident have been mounting for days now, after worried locals realised that Fungie had not been seen since last Tuesday. One of the Kingdom’s most well-known residents, Fungie can usually be seen swimming around […]

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Preemptively getting things ready for the festive season, workers down in Galway are busy prepping the city for its annual Christmas lights display. One of the highlights of the year, the switching on of the Christmas lights is a big occasion – regardless of what Irish town or city you find yourself in. c, most […]

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Staff at Fota Wildlife Park have issued a statement to the public, assuring worried animal lovers that all is well despite severe flooding in the area. Locals down in Rebel County awoke to severe flash flooding this morning – the second time that they’ve had to deal with such extreme weather in only a matter […]

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There are few things in this world as powerful as music. ‘Tis rare a day goes by that I don’t have Spotify playing in the background because, as you all know, there’s music for every mood. Happy, sleepy, grumpy… sounds like I’m just naming Disney dwarves, but you get the picture. Known for his moving […]

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Wanting to give back in some small way, popular Limerick café Hook & Ladder will be handing out complimentary teas and coffees to frontline retail staff today. Tuesday morning and I think it’s safe to say that this week has already been tougher than most. An exceptionally difficult time, people all across the country are […]

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The Rebel County has been hit by flash flooding once again with heavy overnight rainfall causing widespread damage across the county. Locals down in the south of the country are waking up to widespread flooding this morning with Cork city one of the hardest hit by overnight rainfall. Sharing a number of photos and videos […]

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Halloween FM is Christmas FM’s festive autumn cousin. Today is one of the Mondayest Mondays I’ve had in a long time – things seemed to have piled up over the weekend and today is the day that something as minor as a badly-made cup of tea could push me over the edge. Knowing that I’m […]

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Paul Mescal has a feature spread in this month’s GQ men’s magazine. Asking him about everything from his meteoric rise to fame to what his teenage ambitions were, none of that seems to be of any interest to the Irish public who are too preoccupied with a shot of the Kildare man donning a designer […]

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