The Easter weekend is just a few hours away, and an Garda Síochána are preparing to set up various checkpoints all over the country. The focus will be on testing drivers for the presence of alcohol and/or drugs at a number of Mandatory Intoxicant Testing (MIT) checkpoints nationwide. A total of 59 people have been seriously […]

8 years ago

The avocado obsession has officially reached its peak. Mexican holiday resort Casa Velas has announced that it is celebrating the wonderful food that is guacamole, and avocado in particular, until the end of this month *cries*.  And by the sounds of it it’s a pretty intense celebration.  We’re talking avocado cocktails, avocado body wraps and […]

8 years ago

Whether you’ve been on a J1 yourself, or know someone who has went on an American adventure in the past few years, it might be worth noting that you could be owed a serious amount of money. It has emerged that a whopping amount of students who went on the J1 work and travel visa […]

8 years ago

In need of a bit of vitamin D? Tired of the unpredictable Irish weather? Had enough of the Beast from the East making a comeback every few weeks?  You’re in luck – it just so happens that Ryanair has launched an incredible seat sale that ends tonight With prices starting at €12.99, you could be […]

8 years ago

A few months ago the BBC aired a documentary about one of the most famous people involved in the Troubles in the North of Ireland. The documentary, Bobby Sands: 66 Days, explored the life and death of Irish republican Bobby Sands. In 1981, Sands went on a 66-day long hunger strike to be classified as […]

8 years ago

We’ve all been there; you wake up absolutely hanging after a night on the sauce, and you just need to find the cure ASAP. And with the long weekend quickly approaching, we feel that we’ll be finding ourselves in this situation.  Thankfully, a survey on ranker had people voting for what they thought were the […]

8 years ago

The final episode of the current series of First Dates Ireland airs tonight, and from what we’ve seen so far, it’s going to be feckin’ brilliant. Yesterday we caught a glimpse of one particularly awkward date, and now we’ve witnessed what could possibly be one of the funniest moments of the series so far. While on […]

8 years ago

Tech giant Apple has proposed that a range of new emojis representing people with disabilities be added to the current range of characters. Among the proposed symbols are a wheelchair user, a hearing aid, guide dogs and prosthetic limbs. In a statement, Apple said: “Currently, emoji provide a wide range of options, but may not […]

8 years ago

If you’ve ever wanted to move over to Dubai but never had a good enough reason to, now is your chance. The Irish Village Dubai is currently looking for Irish people to fill ‘all expenses paid’ positions. They’re currently looking to hire waiters and waitresses to work in their restaurants and bars. View this post […]

8 years ago

The last episode of this First Dates Ireland series airs tomorrow night, and we’re already wondering how we’ll fill our Tuesday evenings when it’s over.   And although this is the last episode in what has been a very cringe-worthy, awkward, heart breaking and at times adorable series, it looks like they may have saved the […]

8 years ago

Online shopping is one of life’s greatest pleasures. But ordering clothes and then realising they look nothing like they did on the model when you try them on? Not so fun. Lucky for anyone who struggles with this problem (A.K.A everyone), ASOS has introduced a brand new feature which shows the same piece of clothing […]

8 years ago

Flight of the Conchords, a comedy duo from New Zealand, were scheduled to host two shows in Dublin’s 3Arena in March and April.  However, after one member, Brett McKenzie sustained a broken hand from a “rock ‘n’ roll” injury, the pair were forced to postpone their shows. A post from McKenzie on the pair’s website […]

8 years ago

Some lucky duck has become €5.6 million richer after winning Saturday night’s lottery. Nope, we’re not jealous at all. And it has now been revealed that the winning ticket was sold in Bernard Lynch’s Centra shop in Crosshaven, Co Cork, and we’re sure there’ll be queues upon queues of people waiting to purchase a ticket here […]

8 years ago

The Galway Food Festival is returning this weekend, and if it’s anything like the previous years, it’s going to be an unreal food-filled weekend. The five-day event, which is running from Thursday 29 March until Monday 2nd April, will host more than 100 different food-based events. An Easter themed afternoon tea, a chocolate lock-in, a […]

8 years ago

Have you ever found yourself struggling to find the perfect gift for your partner, friend, or family member? Well, stress no more because now you’re able to make a personalised lollipop that looks like your loved one. Yep, this actually exists. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Firebox (@wearefirebox) on Mar 20, […]

8 years ago

Going out and drinking your weight in pints of Guinness and Jagerbombs is great, but sometimes you have to draw the line somewhere.  And if (like us) you’re still trying to recover from the emotional, physical and financial strain that Paddy’s weekend had on you, you’re most likely going to stay in for the entire […]

8 years ago

Our jaws never fail to hit the floor when we take a look at the entertainment rich list each year, and this year is no exception. The latest Sunday Times entertainment rich list has revealed that the richest entertainers in Ireland have a combined wealth of €2.7 billion. And if you haven’t already guessed it, […]

8 years ago

Millennials get an awful lot of stick these days. Yes, we may enjoy the odd slice of avocado toast, or a bit of brunch on the weekend, but that isn’t all that we are about.  One thing our generation probably don’t get enough credit for is our willingness to pack up and move to a […]

8 years ago

Summer is fast approaching, which means summer plans are a hot topic of conversation in most WhatsApp group chats at this point. And luckily for anyone on a tight budget this summer, Ryanair has just announced a brand new route to a European country never before served by the airline. Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today […]

8 years ago

Ikea has launched an app that could be the biggest game changer when it comes to redecorating and buying new furniture. The app, Ikea Place, lets you virtually place furniture in a room, so you can see what the finished product would look like before actually committing to buying the furniture itself. It would also […]

8 years ago

Snow Patrol have announced the details of a number of Irish concerts they will be holding this year. The announcement comes ahead of the release of their upcoming album Wildness, their seventh studio album, which is due to come out on 25 May. The locations of the gigs include the Olympia Theatre in Dublin, Cork […]

8 years ago

Preparing for interviews can be pretty scary. You’re essentially selling yourself to a potential employer, so it’s important to know what you’re talking about. It’s well known that, when heading in for an interview, you should do your research about the company, know what salary you should be expecting, and be confident talking about your skills […]

8 years ago

As the week comes to an end, we begin to make plans for the weekend. However every weekend, without fail, we manage to let ourselves down in something that we had internally promised ourselves. And no matter how organised and focused we are approaching the weekend, we find that we’re guilty of telling ourselves at […]

8 years ago

Travelling has to be one of our favourite things to do, and with cheap flights and so many places to visit, our options are almost endless. However, the one thing that really puts a dampener on a trip away is how bloody exhausted we are once we step foot off the plane. Anyone else?  Thankfully […]

8 years ago

Listen up ladies! Just in case you’ve been living under a rock, and you haven’t realised that today is International Women’s Day, we’re here to remind you that it is. And as a special gesture to mark the occasion, Aer Lingus is offering priority boarding to all female passengers. The offer applies to any Aer […]

8 years ago

First Dates Ireland is forever the highlight of our Tuesday nights, and there’s just something about the older (cuter) couples that make the awkward first dates that bit more bearable to watch.  And last night’s episode was no exception.  Former crane driver Pat (71) sat down on a date with 68-year-old Maureen for the first […]

8 years ago

The dull, gloomy weather caused by the Beast from the East has most of us dreaming of being abroad on a sunny beach tanning ourselves and sipping on frozen margaritas. And although we’ve had more of a chance of getting blown away in a snow blizzard than getting our daily dose of vitamin D over […]

8 years ago

The people of Ireland are being urged to donate blood as supply is running low due to Storm Emma, which caused clinics to close for a number of days. Storm Emma caused businesses, shops, schools and other amenities to shut their doors as a build up of snow made many roads impassable.  The Irish Blood Transfusion Service […]

8 years ago

Let’s be honest, the highlight of every Tuesday for the past few weeks has been a brand spankin’ new episode of First Dates Ireland on our TV screens. And this week’s episode looks like it could contain one of the most awkward, yet adorable, first dates moments of all time.  Harris and Micha are just […]

8 years ago

We’ve seen our fair share of Saoirse Ronan on our telly screens lately, with her most recent role in Greta Gerwig’s Lady Bird landing her an Oscars nomination in the Best Actress category. However, it looks like it’s Saoirse’s turn to step out of the spotlight, as her father takes on a role in an […]

8 years ago

Walt Disney Studios have released the very first trailer of Mary Poppins Returns, and it looks just as magical as the original. Set to hit the screens this Christmas, the Disney production stars Emily Blunt as Mary Poppins, and from the looks of it she’s going to do a great job following in the footsteps […]

8 years ago

She may not have taken home the Oscar for Best Actress, but Saoirse Ronan struck gold with a goodie bag that was given to her simply for being nominated, and to be honest, it sounds better than winning an actual Oscar. Awarded to several different nominees under the different categories at this year’s Oscars, Saoirse […]

8 years ago

For anyone who has ever suffered with acne (which is probably most of us) you’ll know that it literally becomes the bane of your life. Often, when we get a bad breakout, the automatic reaction is to run to the chemist to buy an acne treatment or a new cleanser, in the hope that something […]

8 years ago

After a night of strong winds, heavy snow showers and blizzards, up to 10,000 Eir customers have been left with no phone and internet connection. This is as a result of damaged poles, cables and mast infrastructure, which Eir has said will take time to fix due to snow on the roads which has made some areas […]

8 years ago

A recall has been issued for 4,000 Lee Stafford Coco Loco hair straighteners after it was discovered that an electrical fault could cause customers to get electric shocks. The safety notice was issued by MPL Home, which licenses the Lee Stafford straighteners, after a potential safety hazard with the swivel mains connection of the hair tool […]

8 years ago

After a night of wind, snow, blizzards and freezing cold temperatures, a number of Irish roads are covered in snow. Gardaí have warned drivers to remain off the roads unless it is absolutely necessary, and several cars have been abandoned on roads as a result of the heavy snow.  Gardaí urge motorists to remain off […]

8 years ago

ESB has confirmed a number of power outages in different locations around the country. The ESB website states that there have been electrical faults in the Navan area of Meath, Glasmore and Harold’s Cross in Dublin, and the Glenties in Donegal. More than 700 people were affected in Navan, while over 2,100 customers in Glasmore […]

8 years ago

ESB has confirmed a number of power outages in different locations around the country. The ESB website states that there have been electrical faults in the Navan area of Meath, Glasmore and Harold’s Cross in Dublin, and the Glenties in Donegal. More than 700 people were affected in Navan, while over 2,100 customers in Glasmore […]

8 years ago

With most of us well and truly into our second snow day of the week, it’s getting a little difficult to keep ourselves entertained. There’s only so many Netflix movies you can watch before you start going crossed-eyed. So instead of binging on TV episodes and wondering how on earth you’re going to get rid […]

8 years ago

Deliveroo has announced today that it will reward the club or society that raises the most money for charity with a very special prize. The winning charity will win none other than a Deliveroo Gold Card – a legendary card that entitles you to up to €300 worth of food from the company every month […]

8 years ago

Known for training in the wettest of weather and coldest of nights, Storm Emma is so severe that the GAA has cancelled all Allianz Football and Hurling league matches that were due to take place over the course of the weekend. A statement posted on the GAA website reads: “The GAA has confirmed that all […]

8 years ago

With this BALTIC weather in full swing, and with the majority of shops in the country shutting down for the next few days, it’s fair to say we wish we did a massive weekly shop earlier in the week. However, with the help of a few basic ingredients that you probably already have in your […]

8 years ago

Mother’s Day comes around once a year and, lets be honest, we can’t think of a better bunch of people to have a day dedicated to themselves than the wonderful mammies of Ireland. And these hilarious cards are the perfect way to show your Mum just how much you love her without the overly-soppy ‘I […]

8 years ago

A school in Cork has decided to allow students to sit their mock exams from the comfort of their own home. The decision was made as a result of the Beast from the East which is sweeping across the country today. Hewitt College, a private school in Cork, informed parents of students at the school […]

8 years ago

Ryanair have announced a seat sale on a total of 500,000 seats with flights starting from just €12.99. The ‘Beast from the East’ sale was announced on twitter this afternoon, and the flights are bound to be whipped up. We’re having a #BeastFromTheEast of a Flash Sale.Up to 25% off 500,000 seats.1️⃣ day only.Book now […]

8 years ago

Last week we brought you the list of Ireland’s best beaches according to TripAdvisor, and today the travel company has you the top 25 in the world. And with the ‘beast from the east’ being reported to kick in tomorrow, what better way to take your mind off the bleak, cold weather than by having a […]

8 years ago

With Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat taking up a significant amount of our time on a daily basis, we’re not sure we can physically fit another app into our lives. However, Vero – the latest new social media network, seems pretty interesting, and we might just have to try it out.  The creators of Vero […]

8 years ago

With temperatures expected to drop significantly as the week progresses, the ISPCA has issued some tips for pet owners on how to keep their animals safe during the harsh weather. Storm Emma, which is coming in from Siberia, has been named ‘Beast from the East’ and is expected to cause temperatures to drop to -10 […]

8 years ago

Passengers travelling with Aer Lingus will be required to pay a fee of up to €60 in order to retrieve lost items. Customers of the airline will be charged €20 to retrieve lost property such as keys, wallets, purses, watches and passports, while larger items such as handbags will cost €30.  Tablets will cost €40 to […]

8 years ago

Choosing the perfect wedding dress for your big day can be a major task, and the challenge often begins with choosing the right bridal shops to look in. However, it might be that bit easier to find your dream dress if you know the best places to start looking. Padanee Bridal Couture and Consultancy in […]

8 years ago