When it comes to enjoying life, it’s important to live a little, don’t take yourself too seriously and enjoy the little things. Yes we need to pay bills and go to work but life doesn’t always have to be serious. We’ve teamed up with Maltesers to give you a helping hand and make sure you […]

8 years ago

Ahhh January – the time of year where change and improvement is on everyone’s mind. New Year, New You and all that. If you’re thinking you’d rather spruce up your humble abode than make loads of crazy resolutions, we hear ya. There’s nothing better than a mini makeover and the results might make you […]

8 years ago

Phil Lynott’s single Old Town is well know for several memorable scenes around Dublin, and this weekend, RTÉ will pay tribute with a documentary focusing on the ever popular tune. In Phil Lynott: Scéalta Ón Old Town, we’ll get a behind the scenes look at the making and recording of the track, Old Town, that […]

8 years ago

2018 was a good year for Netflix but the streaming site is set to see some huge releases in 2019, as well as the return of some of our favourite shows. Netflix 2019 is shaping up to be a cracker of a line-up with shows such as The Crown season 3, Mindhunter Season 2 and […]

8 years ago

The much loved singer fears this will be the last Christmas he’ll get to spend with his loved ones. But, almost six years since he was diagnosed with an incurable blood cancer and told he had only six months to live, Christy, 58, has defied all odds. He said, “When I came out of hospital […]

8 years ago

RTÉ have revealed their festive season ratings and Brendan O’ Carroll’s much loved sitcom Mrs. Brown’s Boys absolutely stormed it. The Christmas special that was aired on Tuesday, was watched by 612,000 peoples on RTÉ One – that’s a massive 41% share of the total tv audience. It was much-needed news after only 4.7 million […]

8 years ago

After more than a week of Twitter pandemonium, the first-ever interactive movie for adults has premiered on Netflix. People all over the world have stayed up late, set alarms or woken this morning to find Black Mirror: Bandersnatch at their fingertips, and since watching the trailer yesterday I don’t blame them. The best part? Each […]

8 years ago

The new Men in Black reboot will hit the big screen next year and the official trailer has just landed. With Chris Hemsworth, Liam Neeson, Tessa Thompson and Emma Thompson taking the leading roles, you know it’s gonna be a good one. Not only that, the latest film doesn’t take place in New York, oh […]

8 years ago

Many of us have been patiently waiting for the release date for the fifth season of Black Mirror. So, this week if you were looking close enough you may have noticed a 90 minute edition of the ever popular dystopian series pop up on Netflix. Well, it’s now officially listed on the Netflix page and […]

8 years ago

Lidl Ireland has been warning customers about a text message scam that’s doing the rounds around the country. People have already voiced their concern after being targeted by the latest scam that could seriously effect your phone – and bill! The popular shop, with stores nationwide, have told people not to open the message as […]

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Minutes before the Dublin singer was due to perform in the Belfast venue, fans were evacuated. An ‘automatic fire alarm’ went off around 9pm at Ulster Hall causing eager concert-goers to make their way out onto the street and wait around before it was confirmed as a false alarm. In true Irish fashion, the revellers […]

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I’m going to come out and say it – 2018 has been a pretty hectic year and it’s safe to say we are all dying for this Christmas break. If there’s one thing you can count on to bring a little festive cheer to your life, it’s Netflix and all it has to offer. A […]

8 years ago

Word on the street is the social media platform gave Spotify and Netflix intrusive access to the private messages of users who have their accounts linked. According to New York Times report, both companies had the power to read, write and deletes users’ private messages. Not only that, it seems they could also see all […]

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After some time away, Ant McPartlin will return to his hosting duties in early 2019 and the much-loved tv duo will once again be reunited – yay! Ant and Dec have worked as co-hosts for ITV since 2001, with the pair previously making an on-air pledge that they would never work solo. However, back in […]

8 years ago

We’ve all been there. Chatting away with mates or colleagues about a certain brand and you pronounce it wrong. All eyes are on you and you face the tough decision of wholeheartedly committing to it or admitting you haven’t a clue how to say it. In this situation, knowledge is power my friend. New […]

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Jose Mourinho has left the club and been replaced by none other than former Man Utd forward, Ole Gunner Solskjær. The Norwegian, who spent most of his career at the club and racked up an impressive 126 goals during his stint, will take on the role as caretaker manager until the season finishes. Over the […]

8 years ago

For some of us, being blessed with a traditional Irish name can bring a sense of patriotism when holidaying or even living abroad. It can also bring with it all levels of confusion and mispronunciation. New research from tech brand Huawei has found that so many words (names, foods and brands) are regularly mispronounced – […]

8 years ago

If you find yourself in wonderful Cork, the Rebel County and home of Franciscan Well and if you’re on the hunt for a lovely little haunt for a pint, you’ll be spoilt for choice. There are loads of amazing spots to visit, but we’ve chosen our fave pubs that are particularly cosy. Perfect for an […]

8 years ago

America has Route 66 and we have the gem that is The Wild Atlantic Way. 2,500km of incredible western coastline full to the brim with charm, character and weather that can change every five minutes. And we love it to bloody pieces! These days more and more of us are opting to stay on the […]

8 years ago

It’s that time of the year again. Ah, Black Friday. A time where we throw caution – and money – to the wind, queue for hours outside our favourite shops and sit online all day. Fun times. We think it’s fair to say that this shopping event brings out the crazy in us all – […]

8 years ago

Prepping for Christmas can be full on – to say the least. Food, decorations, presents, having the in-laws around. Yeah, pretty hectic, right? It’s going to be busy no matter what, so the secret’s in the prep. As being super organised isn’t everyone’s cupán tae, we’ve teamed up with Lidl and had a little […]

8 years ago

When choosing your next city break destination, Birmingham may be the unassuming gem you’re after. The second biggest city in the UK, it’s best known for its industrial background and hard work ethics, but this city also has a thriving cultural side buzzing with music, entertainment, food and arts. If you’re looking for a […]

8 years ago

Party food has upped its game in recent years and tasty finger-food in particular is always a winner, especially at Christmas. Gone are the days of bland vol-au-vents, cold mini shrimp cocktails and basic peach melbas – oh yes, thanks to shows like GBBO, Masterchef and Saturday Kitchen there is a little Gordon Ramsay […]

8 years ago

Calling all bargain hunters! It’s not long until the craziest shopping weekend of the year arrives and you know as much as we do – you gotta be quick to get the best deals. When it comes to Black Friday, there are tonnes of tips and tricks that will help you shop like a pro. […]

8 years ago

The second instalment of the Archway Series kicks off in Cork for a celebration of great moments in Irish music. Archway lager – the newest addition to the award-winning Franciscan Well portfolio – has announced its second event and this time the gang are taking on Cork. Good lads. Hailing from Cork himself, lead […]

8 years ago

The moment has arrived. McDonald’s has finally launched its McDelivery service in Ireland. The popular restaurant has partnered with UberEATS to bring your meal to your door – kicking off in Dublin, Galway and Cork. Whether you’re watching football with mates, having some family time or just craving some Maccy D’s – you can […]

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