Is this where you’re planning to go on holidays? A recent survey conducted by The AA has found that the majority of Irish people are planning to go on holidays to Spain this year. The survey, which was carried out on nearly 7,000 people, found that Spain was the most popular choice for holidays this […]

10 years ago

Early reports suggest that Margot Robbie is pregnant with her first child. While nothing has been confirmed officially, a lot of media outlets are reporting that the 26-year-old actress and her husband Tom Ackerley are expecting their first child together. The couple got married in December in a low-key private ceremony. According to Hollywood Life, […]

10 years ago

This is a big change. Spotify is changing the way it streams new albums. Instead of putting them on general release to all users, some albums will only be available to fee-paying users when they are first released. Anyone who doesn’t pay for the streaming service will have to wait for two weeks until they […]

10 years ago

Aiken Promotions has issued a warning to anyone looking to buy last minute tickets for Ed Sheeran’s concerts. They’ve said to beware of fraudulent and invalid tickets for Ed Sheeran’s shows at 3Arena next week. He’s taking to the venue on Wednesday 12th and Thursday 13th. They’ve suggested that you follow these guidelines when purchasing […]

10 years ago

This is well worth watching. It wouldn’t be The Late Late Show without some random segment thrown in and this week’s one is just that. They’re going to be bringing in the world’s smallest cow and calf and showing them off to viewers. Told you it was a bit random. Now for the actual guests… […]

10 years ago

RACE YOU THERE! We all got a little excited over the announcement that Aldi would be releasing a hot tub, just in time for summer. And now they’ve just added an extra bit of excitement by dropping the price before it even goes on sale. As if we needed another reason to buy one. They’ve […]

10 years ago

Another day, another degrading message about women. A new sexist advert is doing the rounds this morning. It comes from the folks at the Co-operative Food company based in the UK. They’ve gone with the wording, “Be a good egg. Treat your daughter for doing the washing up.” Image via Natalia Georgina We have so many […]

10 years ago

Family politics and weddings, a recipe for disaster. A few weeks ago we first heard about Pippa Middleton’s ‘no ring no bring’ rule, which meant that her guests were only allocated a date for her wedding if they were engaged or married. It seems Vogue Williams now falls under that bracket and is after getting […]

10 years ago

A dad from Dublin decided to play a trick on the internet by photoshopping his daughter in different situations which were not appropriate for a baby. He had her holding knives, hanging from the banisters, climbing a ladder and driving the car. All the images are so well photoshopped that they look completely real. Along […]

10 years ago

There has been a huge increase in demand for Canadian working holiday visas from Irish workers. VisaFirst.com is reporting that the amount of people applying for the Canadian working holiday programme has already surpassed the numbers for 2016 in its entirety. At present, there are just under 500 places left in the 2017 programme so […]

10 years ago

We know what we want for Easter! A Lindt Gold Bunny personalisation pop-up store is coming to Dublin, and the best part is it’s all for a great cause. The personalisation pop-up will be open from Friday 7th April to Saturday 15th April in Dundrum Town Centre. You will be given the opportunity to personalise your […]

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His reaction is priceless! Sean McGrath, from Clarina, Co Limerick, went to Shannon Airport with his dad to drop off his grandparents who were off to Spain on holiday. Little did he know he was also going and it was all a surprise. Sean’s dad Colum caught the whole thing on camera where they got […]

10 years ago

This is not a drill – we now have our very own gin cruise in Ireland. The Lough Derg Gin Cruise is offering people the chance to sail up and down Lough Derg as they take a gin masterclass and also have a tasting session. The cruise, which leaves from Ballina, Co. Tipperary, has teamed up with […]

10 years ago

There’s a new ‘Our Graham’ in town and we’re not sure how we feel about it. The reboot of Blind Date is certainly aiming to change things up. First of all, they have cast Paul O’Grady in the iconic role once made famous by Cilla Black and now they’ve revealed the voiceover for the show. […]

10 years ago

New research has found that Marmite could help to boost your brain’s health. Researchers in York University conducted a test using Marmite and peanut butter. They got test subjects to consume a teaspoon of either Marmite or peanut butter each day for a month. They found that Marmite had a positive impact on the brain’s function. […]

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Anyone with children will be familiar with Peppa Pig. The animated pig character, along with her brother George, are hugely popular in most houses. Not only can you get them on TV, but also DVDs and on YouTube, so there is no end to the supply of episodes. Not to mention the books and merchandise […]

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Dara O’Briain has just completed two nights in The Sydney Opera House in Australia. He was proud as punch to be playing at the iconic venue and took to social media before the first one to say how giddy he was. I could try and write something self-deprecating and “ah shucks”, but screw it: I’m […]

10 years ago

Where does your county rank? A recent survey conducted by The AA has revealed the counties with the worst behaved drivers. The results have come from a survey of over 7,000 people who answered based on their own experience in each county. The county that was chosen as the worst was Dublin, followed by Donegal […]

10 years ago

Ever struggle to remember how old you are when someone asks? Well, imagine finding this out… Actress, singer, and all-round legend Doris Day was surprised to learn that she has been celebrating the wrong birthday for the last 93 years. Having believed that she was born on April 3rd, 1924 she would have been celebrating […]

10 years ago

Well, this is awkward. James Van Der Beek, who first shot to fame because of Dawson’s Creek, was on This Morning with Holly and Phillip. The interview did not get off to a good start, and that’s putting it lightly. It all went wrong when Holly and Philip did one of the worst intros for […]

10 years ago

This is as good as it sounds. A company in Australia has created an alternative to the flower bouquet and it’s perfect for donut lovers. That’s right, a bouquet of donuts. Dessert Boxes have come up with the idea and they’ve said: “Should you say it with flowers? No, this isn’t the 1920’s. If you […]

10 years ago

Shh! Don’t tell the kids. It’s always been a question around Easter time – why has no one created a solid Easter Egg? Well, that day has finally come as a company in the UK has created just that. The Solid Chocolate Company are the geniuses behind a new egg. It’s the size of a […]

10 years ago

We did not see this coming. The next guest to join James Corden on his Carpool Karaoke has been revealed and it’s taken us by surprise. None other than Victoria Beckham will be sitting in the passenger seat for the viral segment. Now, of course, she’s a big enough star to join him. But, usually, […]

10 years ago

Just when we thought we were spoilt with the return of Love Actually, another one is on the way. When the reboot aired as part of the Comic Relief Red Nose Day on March 24th, there were a few people missing, including Emma Thompson and Laura Linney. Emma Thompson’s absence was due to scheduling and […]

10 years ago

Calling all dancers! Ever wanted to be a dancer in Riverdance? Well, now is your chance. The group is holding open auditions for three days in April. Based in the Red Cow Moran Hotel in Dublin, they’re inviting people over 18 years of age to come and audition for the Riverdance and Heartbeat of Home […]

10 years ago

Spa day anyone? Adare Manor has just announced a partnership with prestigious skin care brand La Mer. It’s the first and only spa in Ireland and the UK to use Le Mer products, making it one of the eleven La Mer spas worldwide. From La Mer’s products to the exclusive treatments, the spa will offer […]

10 years ago

The wife of Khalid Masood, the man who killed innocent people during his attack on Westminster last week, has condemned his actions. According to The Guardian, Rohey Hydara released a statement to the Metropolitan Police, saying: “I am saddened and shocked by what Khalid has done. I totally condemn his actions. I express my condolences to the families […]

10 years ago

Aw, bless. Ex-One Direction star Liam Payne has finally broken his silence on becoming a dad for the first time. Liam’s partner Cheryl gave birth to their son last Wednesday, but only confirmed the news over the weekend. She posted the first photo of Liam cradling the newborn to share the good news. On Wednesday 22nd March […]

10 years ago

Ever wanted to be on TV? Then now is your chance. A search has been launched in Ireland to find local women to star in a new advertising campaign for the car insurance company itsforwomen.ie. It’s seeking women from across Ireland to star in a new TV advert, as well as print, digital and outdoor […]

10 years ago

You can tell a lot about someone from their fridge, apparently. Well, that’s what the folks at Tatler seem to think. They’ve made a list of foods that can determine if someone is posh. The first thing on the list is a ‘thing with a face’, more specifically pheasant or fish which has been caught after […]

10 years ago

If you’re out and about tomorrow you might notice that some buildings are lit up with purple. That’s because local towns and businesses are raising awareness for epilepsy. Epilepsy Ireland is encouraging Irish buildings and businesses to turn purple to raise awareness for epilepsy. Over 30 well known Irish buildings such as The Convention Centre and […]

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Holiday anyone? Okay, maybe a holiday would be a stretch but we still want this in our lives. McDonald’s in Canada are making their special Big Mac sauces available for purchase in supermarkets. A 355ml bottle of the sauce will be on grocery shelves. They have three varieties, Big Mac, McChicken and Filet-O-Fish sauces. Get […]

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We need more leaders like this in the world. Love Actually made its return last night as part of Comic Relief. Catching up with all our favourite characters 14 years later was just as good as we hoped. Keira Knightly, Liam Neeson, Hugh Grant, Andrew Lincoln and Martine McCutcheon were all there to reprise their […]

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Amanda Seyfried has given birth to her first child. Mean Girls actress Amanda Seyfried (31) has welcomed a baby girl with her actor husband Thomas Sadoski (40). A representative confirmed the news with People Magazine.  This news follows the couple’s surprise announcement that they married just two weeks ago. Thomas joined James Corden on his show where he […]

10 years ago

Marks & Spencer have recalled one of their soups due to an off-taint. They have recalled a batch of chicken and vegetable soup (600g) with a use by date of 30/3/2017 and are telling customers to return the product to their nearest store. The recall follows complaints from customers who tasted an ‘off-taint’. According to the […]

10 years ago

One of the most iconic hotels in Las Vegas, The Bellagio, was put on lockdown this morning when visitors began reporting shooting in the casino. People began running out of the building when armed men raided the casino. Eye witnesses took to social media to say that there was an active shooter on the loose. […]

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If you haven’t got Netflix then you’ll be happy to hear that one of its biggest shows, and one you’ve probably heard people talking about, is coming to TV. Orange is the New Black has been acquired by Sony Channel and will start broadcasting from April 19th at 9pm. Sony Channel is channel 157 on Sky […]

10 years ago

Not your average royal announcement. Kensington Palace has made an official announcement about where Prince George will go to school. It’s been decided that he will attend Thomas’s Battersea School. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have announced that Prince George will attend Thomas’s Battersea School in London from September 2017. — Kensington Palace (@KensingtonRoyal) […]

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There’s something for everyone on tonight’s Late Late Show. The stars of Dancing with the Stars are set to appear on the show. As they prepare to battle it out for the coveted glitterball trophy, Ryan will be catching up with the final three contestants, Aidan O’Mahony, Aoibhin Garrihy and Denise McCormack and their dancing […]

10 years ago

Race you there! A few weeks back a simple little cup sent social media and Beauty and the Beast fans crazy. Our favourite character from the original 1991 movie, Chip, was made available for purchase. Penneys first got our hopes up when they shared an image of a Chip-inspired purse. But alas, it wasn’t meant […]

10 years ago

Imagine just minding your own business in a shop in Dublin City centre and in walks Bill Clinton? Well, that’s exactly what happened today. Bill was in the country to attend the funeral of Martin McGuinness yesterday and later travelled down to Dublin where he spent the night having dinner with Denis O’Brien and hotelier […]

10 years ago

Clear your schedule! For weeks now we’ve been teased and enticed about the return of Love Actually. A special reboot has been commissioned as part of the Red Nose Day campaign in the UK. Most of the gang were back on board, with the exception of Emma Thompson and some others due to scheduling issues, […]

10 years ago

Finally – we know who will be playing and the lineup is really good. Electric Picnic will take residence in Stradbally Estate again this year, and continues its tradition of having one of the best festival line-ups. They’ve just announced the headline acts for the three-day festival and they include Duran Duran, The XX, Interpol, […]

10 years ago

A mum-of-two, who was on the way to collect her children from school, has been identified as the first civilian who died following the terrorist attack in London yesterday. Aysha Frade (43) was on the way to collect her two children, aged 8 and 11-years-old, when the attack took place. Ms Frade reportedly worked in DLD College […]

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It’s said to be a “significant step”. Ever since they announced their split in September, Angelina and Brad Pitt haven’t spoken to each other. Instead, they’ve been communicating through their solicitors, even throughout the child abuse claims made against Brad. Now, after six months, they have begun to talk, a recommendation that came from the […]

10 years ago

Snow day! Some counties woke up to snow this morning and we’re not just talking small flakes that didn’t stick. The place was covered. The worse affected counties appear to have been Cork, Limerick, Clare and in the midlands around Portlaoise. The hashtag ‘sneachta’ has been trending all morning with people sharing images of their local towns […]

10 years ago

Good luck trying to implement this. New RTÉ boss Dee Forbes thinks that the TV licence fee should be increased because she believes it’s too cheap. She wants to double it from €160 to €320. Breaking it down, she feels that the current cost of 40c a day is great value for Irish citizens and […]

10 years ago

This is too funny. A little three-year-old from Tipperary is an internet sensation after getting stuck in a toy machine. Little Jamie was in a play centre with his dad and older brother when he managed to climb into the machine. Damien, his dad, spoke to Al Porter on TodayFM  and said that Jamie went into […]

10 years ago

Talk about making a statement. Nikki Moten was the next bride to feature on Don’t Tell The Bride last night on RTÉ2. She put her wedding plans in the hands of her husband-to-be Jamie. Jamie chose a beautiful white dress for Nikki with stunning detail on the sleeves. Not willing to leave it there, though, Jamie […]

10 years ago

We’re not quite sure what to make of this. We’re all for prosecco themed products, such as ice-cream, candles and even facials, but this has gone a step too far. You can now get prosecco nail varnish. Instead of sticking with a colour that resembles prosecco they’ve made an edible nail varnish that tastes like […]

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