It’s at the very centre of Europe and the home of the European Union but there’s much more to the capital of Belgium than that. From their beer, chocolate and wonderful architecture Brussels is a city that doesn’t often come to mind when thinking of the biggest tourist destinations in the EU but these 27 […]
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They are one of the most successful Irish companies of all time and they have changed the way we think of air travel thanks to their low fares. They aren’t always the most loved brand in the world because of some of their policies, but nobody can argue about the impact they have had over […]
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Although we are still suffering in the depths of winter at the moment, everybody is already starting to talk about summer holidays. I wanted to look at some of the destinations you can hit up with Ryanair flying from Dublin. A quick browse through the flights will show that you can get most of these for about €70-€100 if you book early. Take […]
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Ireland has a seriously impressive amount of musical talent for such a tiny little island. And even more great acts are crawling out of the woodwork this year, it seems. Here’s just 8 of the truly incredible performers we’re hoping to see on the festival circuit this year… 1. DJ Deece DJ Deece, otherwise known as Mr. Niall D’Arcy, has been a […]
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Well this is really, really odd. RTÉ have opted to scrap the usual panel for tomorrow night’s Euro 2016 quarter-final between Belgium and Wales – and replace it with the team from Après Match. Which, of course, is nothing new in and of itself: the comedy troupe regularly ‘takes over’ the coverage for the 3rd/4th place play-off match during […]
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Ireland may have been eliminated from the Euros by France, but our fans have stolen the whole show entirely. We’ve been lauded by Channel 4, Sky News, even Eric Cantona, and now the Mayor of Paris herself is officially acknowledging our fans display of “exemplary sportsmanship”. Mayor Anne Hidalgo thanked our fans for creating a special […]
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All good things must come to an end, such as Ireland’s fantastic run in the Euros – but our fans over in France just can’t seem to accept it. Captured by Joshua Nallen last night, our boys abroad were as rowdy in defeat as they were in victory, and they sang a song declaring how they really don’t want to […]
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The dream is over – but what a fortnight we’ve had. Moments we’ll remember forever, and a team that made us absolutely beam with pride as a nation – we fought the good fight, and our team can come home with their heads held high. Just look at what Twitter’s been saying… ???????????? #COYBIG Well […]
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Well. That was something. And here’s how you guys reacted. First off, the pre-match nerves… And then… the goal Jesus Christ on a cross. pic.twitter.com/OhgAxn6Yxg — Davey B (@Dave_B24) June 26, 2016 What a start – hoping we go all the way! #IRLFRA #COYBIG — Enda Kenny (@EndaKennyTD) June 26, 2016 PETITION TO GET BRADY […]
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The man behind the Euros hit ‘Takin Over France’ just sang to this plane headed to Lyon. Mick Konstantin, you are a legend. Meanwhile on the way to #Lyon, Mick Konstantin sings ‘Taking Over France’. #COYBIG #IRLFRA #RyanairEuros #EURO2016 pic.twitter.com/e81grxoFQp — Ryanair (@Ryanair) June 25, 2016 READ NEXT: You’ve Waited 25 Years For Another ‘Put Em Under Pressure’ – Here It […]
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Eric Cantona is doing a mini series every couple of days for Eurosport and his latest subject was… you guessed it, the Irish fans. He calls us the best supporters in the world, and even gives a nod to the Northern Irish fans with his rendition of “Will Griggs On Fire”. Class.
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Last night marked one of the greatest nights in Irish football history, as the entire country celebrated making it into the last 16 of the Euros. The energy was absolutely magical and nigh on every Irish person on the planet went crazy over it. If you missed out on the craic, or just want to relive the insanity, here’s were a few of […]
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