Gardaí are appealing for witnesses. Gardaí are investigating a fatal assault on a woman that occurred at approximately 4pm on Wednesday (12 January) along the canal bank at Cappincur, Tullamore, County Offaly. The body of the woman, in her 20s, remains at the scene. The scene has been preserved and will remain preserved overnight. A […]

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More like “Driver to Survive”, am I right? Netflix has announced a new golf documentary series based on the PGA Tour and the four major tournaments. The series is being produced by both Vox Films (Explained) and Box to Box Films (Formula 1: Drive To Survive). The Netflix programme sets out to follow the lives […]

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A tracing service is being put together for people who want to make contact with their families. New legislation will provide automatic rights to adopted people to access all background information. The Birth Information and Tracing Bill 2022 was introduced by Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth Roderic O’Gorman. The new bill plans […]

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It’s a mile-a-minute action adventure. Can you believe we’re already nearly halfway through January? I can barely comprehend that we’re already halfway through the week. One thing that’s easy to understand though, is that there are lots of great films on TV tonight. Here’s JOE’s picks for the top movies on your telly this Wednesday. […]

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Do you recognise any of these places? Two Irish food businesses have been served with closure orders for breaches in food safety legislation in December, according to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland. Three other businesses were served with prohibition orders during the month as well. The affected businesses were based in Dublin, Cork, and […]

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Case numbers increased by 363% since the middle of December. Anywhere between 1 in 10 and 1 in 20 people in Ireland were infected with Covid over the Christmas period. The information was published in a letter written by Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan to Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly last Thursday (6 January). […]

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“I genuinely didn’t realise there were so many people suffering with this.” Irish people have described serious side effects and withdrawal symptoms following their experience with oxycontin. The painkiller drug is the focus of the new series Dopesick, with Michael Keaton winning a Golden Globe at the weekend for his star turn in the Disney+ […]

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Our ‘can’didate for Best Financial Investment this year… We’re all looking for ways to save money and make some sound financial investments. Whether it’s switching where you shop, cutting out some expenditure, or even investing in some stocks, we’ll do anything to be better off in the long run. Well, one man has made the […]

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A landmark day. Ireland has officially passed the one million mark of confirmed Covid cases in the country. On Monday (10 January), 23,909 cases were confirmed in the country, bringing the total to 1,002,013. The current five-day moving average number of Covid cases in the country is over 20,000 a day. The sharp increase in […]

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It currently holds a 90% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Another Monday, another night in. The weather is still miserable out there, so we recommend tucking yourself in on the couch this evening. And what better way to spend an evening than with a good film? Here’s our pick for the top films on the small […]

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Now this is the story all about how… It’s hard to believe that this is real. It all started when Morgan Cooper made a mock trailer for a gritty, HBO style remake of the 90s sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Original star Will Smith caught wind of the fan project, and has stepped in […]

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Plenty to watch on a damp, cold Sunday. January is here, and the nights are still long and cold. A perfect excuse, then, to stay inside and watch a great film. Here’s our picks for the best movies to watch on TV tonight. Superman Returns – ITV2 – 6pm The second one. Arthur – RTÉ2 […]

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‘A’ sure, be grand. The first week back to work is over, so you deserve a little break. What better way to kick back and relax than flexing your geography skills over all your friends? We’re giving you three minutes to name every county in Ireland that contains the letter ‘A’. There are 17 in […]

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Gardaí are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. Gardaí are investigating a fatal shooting incident that occurred early Sunday morning (9 January). The man, aged in his late 40s, was discovered at a house in the Thomond Road area of Ballyfermot, Co. Dublin. He was pronounced deceased and his body remains at the […]

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17,756 cases of Covid were confirmed on Wednesday. 8,500 HSE staff are reportedly currently on Covid leave, with the actual number being possibly double that. The staff shortages were shared by HSE CEO Paul Reid during a press conference on Thursday (6 January). “So our judgement on it is that we could be at least […]

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New remote working hubs and community centres are on the way. The Government has announced that €21.5 million will be spent on 27 regeneration projects in rural communities around the country. Minister for Rural and Community Development, Heather Humphreys made the announcement on Thursday (6 January). The plans involve repurposing old, derelict, and historical buildings […]

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€75,000 has been raised for the victims of the attack. Two male adult teenagers have been arrested in connection with a serious assault that took place in Ballyfermot last Thursday (30 December 2021). Both males were detained this Thursday (6 January 2022) at Garda stations in west Dublin under the provisions of Section 4 of […]

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Wintery conditions and increased traffic are expected. The AA has warned drivers to be “extra cautious” as traffic is set to increase due to the return to school on Thursday (6 January). The motoring association is warning drivers to anticipate wintery conditions over the next coming days. “It’s the new year and schools are returning, […]

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The charity described the series as “triggering” for service users. An eating disorder charity has raised concerns about the new season of RTÉ television show Operation Transformation, which is due to air on Wednesday night (5 January). Bodywhys, the Eating Disorders Association of Ireland, has said they’ve received “a great deal of correspondence and concerns” […]

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Sacré bleu. Emmanuel Macron has said that he wants to “piss off the unvaccinated” to fight the spread of Covid in the community. The President of France made the comments during an interview with La Parisien on Tuesday (4 January). “The unvaccinated, I really want to piss them off. And so, we’re going to continue […]

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“Schools will do all that they can to ensure the maximum number of children are in school.” Norma Foley has said that reopening schools will be difficult, but that schools will ensure that the maximum number of children will be able to attend in-person classes. The Minister for Education made the comments during an interview […]

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The man is due to appear in court via videolink on Wednesday. A 36-year-old man has been charged with murder and possession of a weapon following the fatal stabbing of a 28-year-old man on Monday (3 January). It is understood that the man was stabbed in the Church Street area of Downpatrick at approximately 11am […]

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The HSE can send out 350,000 tests a week. People aged under 40 with Covid symptoms can now order free antigen tests via an online portal. The news comes as the HSE plan on including positive antigen test results in daily case figures. The antigens can be ordered through the HSE website. The HSE is […]

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The five-day moving average of daily Covid cases is over 20,000. Paul Reid said that the daily numbers of Covid are probably higher than those confirmed via PCR. The HSE CEO made the comments on The Pat Kenny Show on Newstalk on Tuesday (4 January). Case figures are expected to be around 20,000. 20154 positive […]

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The Tánaiste took the number one spot on the international list. If we’ve learnt anything these past few years, it’s that it’s very difficult to predict what is coming around the corner. Between pandemics, NFTs, and the changing weather, it’s hard to tell what tomorrow may bring. But no matter how off your predictions are, […]

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The system is coming into effect from today. The Government has introduced a new pricing system for alcohol, which means that prices of some brands across the country will go up from today (4 January) onwards. The new system put forward by Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly was approved by the Cabinet earlier in 2021. […]

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The union is suggesting a delayed and staggered reopening of schools. The Association of Secondary Teachers, Ireland has described the Government’s plans to reopen schools without further safety measures as “an unacceptable risk”. The trade union made the comments in a press release on Monday night (3 January). “The Standing Committee of the ASTI met […]

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‘R’ you ready for this? It’s the bank holiday weekend, and what better way to spend it than to flex your geography skills over your mates? There are 17 Irish counties that contain the letter ‘R’, and we’re giving you three minutes to name them all. One of them is very obvious, but you’ll have […]

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Christmas is winding down… We’re nearly at the end of the busy festive period. Some of you might even be tempted to start taking down your decorations. But we still have one more bank holiday, so you might as well take advantage of the lie-in and watch a great film. Here’s JOE’s picks for the […]

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“The loss if we don’t have our children back in school in my mind is much larger than any other measure.” Green Party leader Eamon Ryan expects that schools, creches, and colleges will open as normal despite potential staff shortages due to Covid-19. The Minister for Environment, Climate and Communications made the comments while on […]

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Rain, rain, go away… One county is set to have a wet and wild start to 2022, as Met Éireann have issued a Status Yellow weather warning in anticipation of heavy rainfall. Donegal has been issued the warning, which is set to come into effect tonight from midnight onwards. The warning is in place from midnight […]

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You can receive your booster 90 days following your first round. As of today (2 January), anyone over the age of 16 can receive a booster dose of a Covid vaccine. People who book an appointment for a booster vaccine will receive a single dose of Pfizer / BioNTech. Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly said […]

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One last deal to be done… The trailer for the final season of Peaky Blinders has been released. The critically acclaimed BBC series has been on the airwaves since 2013, bagging several awards during its run. However, all good things must come to an end, and the Shelby gang have one more score to settle. […]

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The car was found partially submerged in water. Gardaí  are appealing for witnesses following a single vehicle fatal road traffic collision in Co Longford on Saturday (1 January). Gardaí and Emergency Services were alerted following the discovery of a car partially submerged in water off the road between Granard and Balinalee (R194) at Clonfin shortly […]

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Wait, this was ALL in 2021? 2021, or 2020 Part Deux, is finally coming to an end. We’ve been witness to some of the most heartwarming moments in Irish history, and some heartbreaking stories from around the island. Some of it has also been really feckin’ weird. You’d be forgiven for forgetting that some of […]

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It’s been an eventful year (or two)… 2022 is only around the corner, but in some ways it feels like 2020 never ended. Normal life has been put on pause, and so much has happened since then that it’s hard to tell where one year ends and another begins. That’s why we’re here to make […]

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A “dense fog” is set to descend across tonight and Monday. Met Éireann have issued a Status Yellow Weather warning in anticipation of a “dense fog” set to arrive on Sunday night (26 December). The warning is in place for Cavan, Galway, Leitrim, Longford, Louth, Mayo, Meath, Monaghan, Offaly, Roscommon, Sligo, and Westmeath. The Status […]

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“Oh, the Who-manity.” There have been many iterations of How The Grinch Stole Christmas, but it’s the live action Jim Carrey version that many would go to when they think of the not-so-jolly green fellow. And with good reason; it’s full of slapstick, incredibly quotable lines, and a memorable design. But how well do you […]

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The man was arrested on Friday. A man has been formally charged following a fatal assault on a woman in Wicklow which took place on Friday, 24 December. The woman was found dead in a domestic dwelling in Park Na Sillogue Court in Enniskerry. Emergency services attended the scene at approximately 4pm. The male, aged […]

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Or Boxing Day, whatever you prefer to call it… Christmas Day has come and gone. The wrapping paper all stuffed into the bin, an ungodly amount of turkey left to eat, and a hangover you can’t quite shake. At least there are a load of class films to watch on the telly today. Here’s our […]

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The Nobel Prize recipient was known for his anti-apartheid activism. Archbishop Desmond Tutu has died, aged 90. The announcement was made by the South African Government on Sunday (26 December). Tutu was the last surviving South African Nobel Peace Prize laureate for his work in South Africa during apartheid. Following the abolishment of apartheid in […]

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All ages will be eligible for a booster by mid January. The Government has announced that children aged 5-11 will be eligible for a Covid vaccine this January. Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly announced the news on Thursday (23 December). “I am delighted to announce this acceleration of Ireland’s COVID-19 Vaccination Programme,” Donnelly said. “As […]

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The booster will also be available for the over 30’s next week. The Government has announced that people who received the Janssen vaccine will be eligible for a booster from next Wednesday onwards (29 December). The announcement was made on Thursday evening by Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly. 📢📢📢 Further acceleration of our booster vaccination […]

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We’re making a list, and checking it twice… Christmas is just around the corner, and along with it comes the announcement of this year’s Christmas number one single. While its importance has died down a bit in the age of streaming, it’s still a huge claim to make that your song was top of the […]

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Investigations are ongoing. The bodies of two men have been discovered at a house in Letterkenny. RTÉ News reports that the bodies were discovered by a local person around 2pm. Gardaí were called to the premises and are currently at the scene. The State Pathologist has been requested, and the scene is currently preserved. Gardaí […]

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“They are under significant pressure at this point in time.” Paul Reid has asked the Irish public to be mindful of healthcare staff over the busy Christmas period. The HSE CEO made the comments during a press conference on Wednesday (22 December). “I’d like to make three very public messages, and especially to the general […]

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“A progressive move that I hope will be widely welcomed.” The Government is set to ease restrictions on gay and bisexual men who wish to donate blood. The announcement was made on Wednesday (22 December) via a series of tweets from Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly. “We are introducing changes to our deferral policy for […]

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The new store will be on the main street in Carrigaline. Aldi have submitted a planning application to Cork County Council to open a new store. The 1,315sqm store will be located on the main street in Carrigaline, on the site of the old Carrigaline Pottery which closed in 1979. 60 jobs will be created […]

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Pre-booking for intercity travel is strongly advised. Iarnród Éireann has published the changes that are coming to Irish rail services this Christmas and New Year. Cancellations, alterations, and changes of plan are all on the cards for this year’s holiday season. The rail service is also expecting a strong demand for Intercity services, and are […]

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103,000 of the vaccines provided were boosters. The HSE broke its daily vaccination record and provided 108,000 vaccines on Tuesday (21 December). HSE CEO Paul Reid shared the update in a tweet on Wednesday morning. Another record day in the vaccination & booster programme yesterday. 108,000 vaccines in total administered in one day (103,000 boosters). […]

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