Start checking those tickets. A lucky Irish punter has scooped €500,000 in Friday’s EuroMillions draw. The winning ticket was sold in Dublin but in terms of the overall jackpot for the main prize, a Spanish player bagged the €130million jackpot. The winning numbers for the main draw were 9, 15, 17, 25, 40 and the lucky […]
6 years ago
Weather warnings are also in place for the entire country. If you’re late to making any weekend plans, you might want to reconsider any outdoor activities – especially if you live in Donegal, Mayo, and Galway. That’s because Met Éireann has issued a status orange wind warning for those three counties. Aside from this orange warning, […]
6 years ago
Take note if you’re out and about. After recently advising the public about the likelihood of a weather warning being issued due to Storm Ciara, Met Éireann has now confirmed the news. To begin with, a status yellow wind warning has been issued for all of Ireland. The warning is valid from 9am on Saturday […]
6 years ago
The snow is coming. The weekend may only be in its infancy but it might be a good idea to start thinking of your next Netflix binge, stock up on tea bags, or make plans to keep yourself entertained while indoors. While conditions aren’t set to be so bleak that we’re all up to our […]
6 years ago
Aldi Ireland employees will receive a salary boost as a result. As of 1 February, Aldi will implement the €12.30 per hour Living Wage as the minimum rate of pay for employees. As of the same date, Aldi store assistants will earn up to €14.10 per hour, while the retailer also confirmed the creation of 550 […]
6 years ago
Take note if you’re on the roads this morning, a status yellow weather warning is in place. If you were making an early commute to work today and had to do a double take, the answer is no, your eyes aren’t deceiving you, it’s really that difficult to see due to a thick blanket of […]
6 years ago
Big news for Downton Abbey fans. Ok, we know that plans for a sequel to Downton Abbey have been discussed for quite some time now, but there’s a big issue that needs addressing. What will the film be called? Truth be told, we’re opting for something along the lines of 2 Downton 2 Abbey, Downton Abbey 2: […]
6 years ago
Time to wrap up. Met Éireann have issued a status yellow low temperature/ice warning for 25 counties. The new warning is in place for all of Munster, Connacht, and Leinster, while Cavan and Monaghan are also impacted. The warning states that “temperatures will fall to minus 3 or minus 4 degrees tonight, coldest around dawn […]
6 years ago
It’s going to be chilly. At present, a status yellow low temperature/ice warning is in place for Connacht and Leinster. The warning states that “temperatures are expected to fall as low as minus 4 degrees, with the coldest temperatures around dawn, staying below freezing until mid-morning on Saturday.” The warning is valid until 11am on […]
6 years ago
Attenborough on the big screen and an interview with the great man too. While certain documentary features are tailor-made for binge-watching at home, there’s no denying the cinematic value of David Attenborough’s work. For decades, Attenborough and his team have provided viewers with some of the most breathtaking footage of our planet. Asides from the levels […]
6 years ago
This is going to be some show. While the Late Late Show does have a very good lineup, the Graham Norton Show just has that extra oomph in terms of star power. As always, we’re expecting the Corkman to be in flying form when he sits down to chat with the following. Jamie Foxx and […]
6 years ago
Stick on the kettle. Drinking tea at least three times a week is linked with a longer and healthier life, scientists say. According to new research, habitual consumption of the beloved beverage is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and improved health, as reported in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. In terms […]
6 years ago
Joe Dolan, twin sisters, the golden rule of dating, and a man that completed Tinder. Don’t miss it. There are a litany of reasons as to why First Dates Ireland has really struck a chord with Irish viewers but the obvious one is the most simple, the show just lets people be. Throughout the various […]
6 years ago
One to watch!
6 years ago
Start checking those tickets. A EuroMillions player in Dublin has won €224,421 on last night’s Euromillions draw (3 January). The winning numbers from the draw were: 05, 15, 20, 36, 47 and the Lucky Star numbers were: 08 and 12. While there was no winner of the overall €64,992,459 EuroMillions jackpot, the lucky player from […]
6 years ago
It’s time to swear it all over again. Perfect for any Westlife fan that missed it. Christmas is always a busy time of year and that’s reflected in the TV schedule. You’re running around, visiting friends, entertaining guests, and most importantly, trying to watch all the great films and TV shows that are on offer. […]
6 years ago
“She changed the face of Irish broadcasting” A fitting tribute. It was an emotional Late Late Show as friends, colleagues, and fans of Marian Finucane paid their respects to the broadcaster following the sad news that she passed away at the age of 69. During the discussion on Finucane’s career and legacy, Ryan Tubridy was was joined […]
6 years ago
Night sorted!
6 years ago
The single vehicle road traffic collision occurred in Ballincrokig, Cork. Gardaí are investigating a single vehicle road traffic collision that occurred on the Glenville Road, Ballincrokig, Cork. The incident occurred on the morning of Sunday, 15 December at approximately 2:45am. The driver of the car, a male in his 20s, was the sole occupant of […]
6 years ago
Our hearts!
6 years ago
That snow and ice will last a bit longer. Following on from yesterday’s (14 December) status yellow warning for snow and ice, Met Éireann have issue an updated weather warning for the country. The updated warning states that: “Scattered wintry showers of hail, sleet and snow with some accumulations, especially on higher ground, and icy stretches […]
6 years ago
If you plan on going to the zoo, now is the perfect time… If you’ve got kids then you’ll know just how much fun a day trip to Dublin Zoo is. At this time of year, the annual zoo pass is always a very popular Christmas gift that’s purchased by doting parents, uncles, and aunts, […]
6 years ago
Now it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas. “Chestnuts roasting on an open fire Jack Frost nipping at your nose Yuletide carols being sung by a choir And alpacas dressed up like Eskimos.” Ok, we’re not sure if the alpacas at the Wicklow Christmas Market will be dressed up, but man alive are revellers going […]
6 years ago
Holidays are coming, holidays are coming. Here’s when it arrives. Ok, Coca-Cola will have us believe that holidays are coming and given the fact that they practically invented Santa as we know him – jolly old Saint Nick wore green before Coke rebranded him, true story – we’ll take their word on it. Granted, the […]
6 years ago
Here’s hoping the scheme catches on… Vodafone Ireland will offer employees 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave as the company introduces a new policy designed to support families. From April 2020, any employee whose partner is having a baby, adopts a child or becomes a parent through surrogacy can take four months of paid […]
6 years ago
One to watch.
6 years ago
Bring it on!
6 years ago
Start checking those tickets. One lucky Irish punter has started the weekend in the best possible way after winning €500,000 on the Euromillions Plus draw. The EuroMillions Plus winning numbers were 7, 18, 19, 44 and 47. The winning Euromillions Plus ticket was sold in Dublin, so start checking those tickets of you’re in the […]
6 years ago
Maud Nicholl was from Antrim and she was born in July 1909. RIP. Maud Nicholl, thought to be the oldest woman on the island of Ireland, has died at the age of 110. Born in Ballymena on 3 July 1909, she passed away at Glenkeen Nursing Home on Thursday afternoon, as reported by the BBC. A […]
6 years ago
If you’ve another holiday plan, let it go. This is bound to be popular. While the world of serial killers and princesses aren’t that similar, we’d be extremely interested to be Jonathan Groff’s headspace for a day. Why? Well, to most people, he’s Holden Ford in Netflix’s drama Mindhunter, but for millions of people around […]
6 years ago
Heaven for fans of Christmas films. It’s always going to be too early to talk about anything related to Christmas in September. Always. ALWAYS! However, we’re not The Grinch and if you’re the type of person already counting the days until Christmas, we’ve got just the news for you. The Sony Movie Channel is rebranding […]
6 years ago
Have the umbrellas handy. Following the most recent weather warning that was issued for Clare, Kerry, and Galway, the status yellow rainfall warning has now been extended to include Donegal and the rest of Connacht. If you’re living in Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Kerry, Clare, or Donegal, a status yellow rainfall warning is in place. The warning is valid […]
6 years ago
There is a risk of some spot flooding.
6 years ago
“He’s a lovely young man and whatever problems you encounter he’ll show you that there’s always hope.” While every single Wexford supporter is still trying to come to terms with their heartbreaking semi-final defeat against Tipperary, this season has been an extremely positive one for Davy Fitzgerald’s men. Passion, intensity, and honesty have always been […]
6 years ago
“After a brief but brave battle against cancer, Nika passed away peacefully.” Actress Danika McGuigan, daughter of former featherweight world champion Barry McGuigan, has died at the age of 33 following a short illness. In a statement, her family said they were devastated by her death “after a brief but brave battle against cancer”. In the statement, […]
6 years ago
“The delays in results being forwarded are not acceptable.” The HSE has apologised again after it was revealed that roughly 800 women who underwent the CervicalCheck screening were not issued with their results. 52 women saw their HPV status changed as a result of a more sensitive retest. These 52 women, who had previously tested negative, […]
6 years ago
Bring it on. If you’re looking to bask in a little bit more sunshine over the coming days, it appears that you’re in luck because Met Éireann predict that the mercury will rise to 24 degrees on Sunday in parts of Ireland. As for the rest of the week, here’s what’s in store. This morning will […]
6 years ago
Time for you and your colleagues to ask the boss. The ICE Group, a recruitment, training, and outsourced services company in the West of Ireland, has announced plans to introduce a four-day working week for all of their employees with five days’ pay. The company have also promised 100 per cent customer satisfaction; essentially, they […]
7 years ago
Over the years, we’ve been treated to countless singers, performances, acts, dance troupes, comedians and bands on reality TV. It’s easy to be cynical but if you’re looking for something that’s bound to improve your mood, Kodi Lee’s recent audition on America’s Got Talent is just the thing. As stated on his Twitter profile, Kodi is […]
7 years ago
18-month-old Shania Constantin was last seen with her grandfather in Phibsborough on Thursday afternoon. The Gardaí are seeking the public’s help in tracing the whereabouts of an 18-month-old girl who has been missing since Thursday. Shania Constantin, who lives in Blanchardstown is in the care of her grandfather, 36-year-old Condrut Iosca who is also missing. […]
7 years ago
Crap night, so you might be tuning in. With Storm Hannah set to arrive this weekend, we’re confident that quite a lot of people will be spending some time indoors. Then again, there’s the small matter of Avengers: Endgame being released in cinemas and while the Battle of Winterfell is undoubtedly this weekend’s TV highlight, […]
7 years ago
If you’re looking to stock up for Easter, or have a birthday coming up… While Easter eggs are probably the most popular treat that kids would be getting this season, catalogue retailer Argos have announced a sale on hundreds of toys. The sale will run until Tuesday and there’s going to be 50 per cent off […]
7 years ago
Gardaí are appealing for the public’s help in locating 19-year-old Daria Adamek. Daria has been missing from her home in Wexford town since yesterday morning. She was last seen in Redmond Square at 8.45am and Gardaí are concerned for her safety. Daria is described as, 5′ 7” in height, with blonde hair and brown eyes. […]
7 years ago
Featuring news of an important fundraiser for Sean Cox. It’s Friday, which means only only one thing. Well, it means a bunch of things like the end of the working week and a chance to unwind over the weekend, but as is the norm, the Late Late Show is on the box. Here’s who Ryan […]
7 years ago
Here’s what that means for you.
7 years ago
The bank have released a statement. AIB customers with small personal loans were recently overcharged due to “a process error that we (AIB) have rectified.” The error applies to customers that avail of top-up loans via telephone or Internet Banking. These affected customers will be repaid €25 following the technical glitch. AIB released the following […]
7 years ago
The Health Products Regulatory Authority have issued the warning. Batches of Durex condoms have been recalled due to fears that they may burst as they approach the end of their shelf life. The defective products are “Durex Real Feel – Latex-Free” and “Durex Latex Free Polyisoprene” condoms and the relevant details are mentioned below. The affected […]
7 years ago
Plenty of bargains if you’re looking. The Irish branches of Argos have launched a massive clearance sale with plenty of toys and household items being sold for as cheap as €1.99. If you’ve got any kids with a birthday coming up – or if you want to get an early start on your Christmas shopping […]
7 years ago
Good to hear.
8 years ago
Because there are two types of Irish people.
8 years ago