It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. When rumours began circulating about a former Saturdays singer engaging in a throuple way back in early January ’23, who could have possibly predicted the pop culture rollercoaster we’d proceed to embark on this year? ATMs spewed out free cash, RTÉ indulged in […]
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“The rumours are true…” We love to see a bit of good news with regards to hospitality, particularly nightlife, and this is good news indeed. Iconic Galway nightclub Electric, who shut down just over two years ago, are seemingly going to make a comeback in 2024. The venue was multi-purpose, with an arcade bar, rooftop […]
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It was the first time they had been together since 2019. Christmas is just under a week away and we are so ready to switch off and spend time with those who matter most. The holidays are all about being with the people who genuinely love and care about you, whether that’s your blended family, […]
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‘Cos if 2023 was anything to go by 2024 will undoubtedly have a whole lot of unhinged to give Let’s face it this year was as unhinged as you are likely to get, the 12 months felt akin to falling down a dark staircase with no indicator of when your body would meet the impending […]
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“Through this they hope to do Christy proud.” Irish rock band Aslan have made a statement announcing they intend for the band to continue following the death of Christy Dignam in June. Aslan won’t perform at the Christy Dignam tribute concert, which is set to take place in Dublin in May of next year, but […]
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Deep breaths, deep breaths. Condé Nast, a prestigious travel media site, have made a bit of a blunder by including the Wild Atlantic Way on a list of the top 10 UK road-trips to embark on. The mistake was immediately obvious as the social post on Instagram promoting the article featured a photo of Dunquin, […]
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If you break that down, it’s only 5 mince pies per bloke per day. Cupboards in Irish households have been steadily filling up with the Few Bits For The Christmas™ throughout December. The fizzy orange that’s not to be touched til the 25th. The box of Taytos you’re warned to stay away from til Christmas […]
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He slammed it as ‘an abuse of what mass is and what the Catholic funeral liturgy is all about’. A priest has slammed Irish music legend Shane MacGowan’s funeral mass that took place last Friday in Nenagh in Tipperary as “completely inappropriate” and “a scandal”. Several artist friends of MacGowan’s – including Aidan Gillen, Bob Geldof, Glen Hansard, Imelda […]
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“What is a barter account?” These days if we ever have a drop in brain function for even a millisecond, we’re straight onto Google to fill in the gaps. While it has wholly changed the way we think, work, act, and feel on a day-to-day basis, the search engine also tells us a lot about ourselves and […]
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Rest in peace Frank. Former presenter of the popular Irish kids show Bosco, Frank Twomey, has died from a short illness, his family have confirmed. The Cork-born presenter was a man of many talents over is long career – a comedian, television personality and theatre producer. He was, however, best known for his presenting role alongside […]
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The spot in the centre of Ireland has a whole lot to offer Athlone is an ideal staycation destination, handily located, with plenty to do, beautiful scenery and a vibrantly emerging food scene which champions the incredible produce from the midlands. If you are setting your compass and heading to the dead centre of Ireland […]
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Full disclosure – I’m not the diehard U2 fan this trip would suggest I am. But Bono and his bug-shaped glasses are the true love of my boyfriend’s life. He’s been obsessed, technically since before he was born – bopping away to Where the Streets Have No Name in his equally obsessed mother’s womb. He’s […]
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