United in grief, determined to honour his memory. The Aviva Stadium crackled with a special energy on Friday night as the Republic of Ireland hosted Wales in their Group D World Cup qualifier. The fixture came just five days after Irish football was rocked by the death of Derry City captain Ryan McBride. His friend […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Virgin Media. Get your Rocky soundtrack ready! It’s less than a month to the Virgin Media Night Run on 23 April and things are starting to get serious. Of course, JOE will be facing off against our colleagues at Her in whatever the running equivalent of a grudge match is. A […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Vodafone X. It’s your last chance to win. UCD campus is the place to be on Monday, 27 March, for another fantastic day of studying and education giveaways. You could win an iPhone 7, concert tickets, Vodafone phones and more if you’re there on the day. What more could you want? Well, […]

9 years ago

Are you all fingers and thumbs when it comes to selfies? Well prepare to take your campaign for Instagram stardom to the next level. Introducing AirSelfie; the first pocket-sized flying camera that integrates with smartphones. It’s time to put the selfie stick in the bin. The AirSelfie is now available to pre-order following a successful Kickstarter […]

9 years ago

New research has shown that supermarkets can control our walking speed while we shop, just by changing the pattern on the floor. An interesting (and slightly unnerving) new study carried out by the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University, has demonstrated that retail managers can persuade their customers to walk at the ideal pace (either […]

9 years ago

A carnival employee has been rushed to hospital in Cork after an incident involving a rollercoaster carriage on Friday morning.  According to local reports, the man in his thirties was assembling the ride at a Funderland location near Pearse Road when he was struck by a part of the roller coaster, suffering serious injuries. A […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Jameson. Whiskey, history and a little bit of magic. With €11 million spent on renovating the new Jameson Distillery Bow St., you kind of expect it to look amazing. And it certainly doesn’t disappoint. It hits you as soon as you walk into the bar area and see the high roof […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Warner Bros. There’s nothing like the open road… …unless the open road is full of idiots. You know the ones. We’re talking about the rude, the bad and the ugly drivers that ruin our roads on a daily basis. Here’s our definitive list of annoying drivers that you’ll meet on Irish […]

9 years ago

Raise your game… possibly. The dating game is hard. So if it’s not going your way at the moment, don’t fret, because there’s oodles more like you out there in the world cursing the fact that they can’t maintain a healthy relationship haven’t found the right person just yet. Give it time. It will happen for […]

9 years ago

Bill Clinton’s twinkling blue eyes were momentarily cast down on the tiled floor of St Columba’s Church, his 11-minute oration coming to a close. Less a eulogy and more a celebration of peacemakers, from Nelson Mandela to Martin McGuinness – the IRA leader turned Sinn Féin politician who was laid to rest in Derry on Thursday […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Jameson.  “The donkey’s essential.” You’ll have to watch the video to find out exactly why the donkey is essential! Shane Guerrini made his name as a Creative Director with Dublin Ink but he admits that starting in the industry was a leap of faith. Hard work played a massive part in […]

9 years ago

Dig out your runners, commuters… An all-out Bus Éireann strike is due to begin at midnight tonight, as 2,600 staff protest a raft of 50 cost saving measures and work practice changes about to be introduced by the state-owned company. Speaking to The Irish Times, the trade union SIPTU’s transport sector organiser Willie Noone said the “time […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by TV3. We were never going to use it as an excuse and we haven’t and we won’t.” England ran out 34-7 winners over Ireland in the Women’s Six Nations on Friday night in Donnybrook. With England turning professional this season, Ireland captain Niamh Briggs admitted that they brought an intensity to the […]

9 years ago

Just thinking about this gives us palpitations. The owner of the winning Christmas Millionaire raffle ticket sold in Cork has yet to come forward, with just seven days remaining for the lucky winner to claim the money before Friday, March 31. Lotto officials have now landed in the Rebel County, where the €20 ticket was […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Sky Box Sets. We’re living in a box set era. Television has come a long way. Over the last 20 years, TV has evolved from a disposable medium into a bona fide art form. Who could argue that a series of The Sopranos is as good as anything you’d see in the […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Vodafone X. There’s an iPhone 7 and more up for grabs. College is a place for learning, for social development and for helping you take the first step towards a fulfilling career. It will also be a place to win a brand new iPhone, concert tickets and much more if you’re […]

9 years ago

Sometimes, it’s just not meant to be… Pulling the plug on a relationship isn’t easy to do, no matter how long you’ve been seeing someone. For the record, it doesn’t get any easier the more you do it either. A while back we saw a thread on Reddit which detailed the annoying habits that caused […]

9 years ago

Reports are yet unconfirmed regarding the vehicle incident. Following news of gunfire outside of the Houses of Parliament, there are now separate reports – still unconfirmed – that a vehicle on Westminster Bridge has driven into a group of people. Further to the gunfire incident, reports suggest that one person has been shot, with at least a dozen people injured as a […]

9 years ago

The feast of sport continues. As the Six Nations ends with Ireland’s heroic derailing of England’s record-seeking chariot at the Aviva, the stadium this week plays host to the Republic of Ireland’s first World Cup qualifier of the year. Just as well we have legends of the round and oval ball on hand for this […]

9 years ago

I’m talking ’bout… sex. Ever wondered how long your sessions of spirited rumpy pumpy last compared to how long other people are spending between the sheets? Well, the good people at Lovehoney may just have the answer for you. In a survey of 4,400 of their customers, the online sex toy retailer, discovered that the average length […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Gillette. Ireland’s win over England on Saturday was a rare highlight in what proved to be an anticlimactic Six Nations tournament. Ultimately, it will be a tournament that’s remembered for the Wales defeat and a frustrating result against Scotland. Still, it’s unlikely that any of the Irish team were too upset at stopping […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Tayto. How often do you get a proper lunch? It’s easy to get into the habit of working through lunch, munching on a limp sandwich at your desk as you try to update another boring spreadsheet. That growing collection of crumbs in your keyboard is just another sad reminder of squandered […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Vodafone X. Would anyone like a brand new iPhone 7? That’s obviously a stupid question. Of course you would. What you’re now wondering is what you have to do to get one. We’ve teamed up with Vodafone X to bring some incredible prizes to students at their colleges. It’s an ideal way to […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Le Crunch Apples from France. If your name’s not down, you’re not coming in. We’ve just won a bet with a friend who reckoned we’d never be able to reference Kicks Like a Mule’s oldskool dance classic in a post. But the point still stands. If you want to attend the final, you […]

9 years ago

Some of us have trouble getting to sleep but others find they wake up in the middle of the night and can’t get back to the land of nod. Both are painfully annoying, particularly when you’re absolutely wrecked and your brain just will not switch off. For anyone who has trouble getting to sleep, there’s […]

9 years ago

George Michael’s funeral will be a small affair, at a tiny venue with enough seating for just 30 people. A family source has told The Sun on Sunday that it will take place a small chapel at Highgate West Ceremony, before the singer is buried alongside his mother. There will reportedly be space for only a […]

9 years ago

Police are investigating whether the incident is ‘terror’ related. A man has been shot at Orly airport in Paris after grabbing a soldier’s gun, French officials have confirmed. He was killed by security forces in a shop in the airport’s southern terminal. No civilians were hurt during the incident. The airport has been shut down and passengers […]

9 years ago

“When one of us goes to war, we all go to war.” So said one Conor McGregor and last night in New York he made good on that promise, escorting Michael Conlan to the Madison Square Garden ring for his professional debut. American Tim Ibarra was stopped less than a minute into the third round […]

9 years ago

After a very successful Thursday, Hayley O’Connor guides you through the final day’s card at Cheltenham as she tips Irish glory in the Gold Cup. I had a super day yesterday with a few nice winners and watching Un De Sceaux do the business was my highlight of the week. He was my banker and he […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Flahavan’s #OfficeOats. How energetic is your office? If you regularly catch Jim in accounts dozing off at his desk, this may not be for you. If, however, your workmates are always bouncing off the walls and your boss runs laps in his office, you could win some serious cash. You heard us […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Disney. We think you rose to the occasion! In honour of the release of Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast, we took to the streets of Dublin to share a bit of love by handing out free roses. We also asked people to post pictures with the roses to Instagram and Twitter […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by BIC Lighters. How will you spend your St. Patrick’s Day? Ah, St. Patrick’s Day. Or St. Patty’s Day if you’re one of our trans-Atlantic cousins. It’s a great excuse to stuff a four-leaved pot plant in your jacket pocket, dig out every item of green clothing from your wardrobe and wallow […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Vodafone X. Did someone say free iPhone 7? If you’re struggling with exams, stressing over assignments and avoiding your lecturer’s emails, don’t worry. We feel your pain and we’ve teamed up with Vodafone to make it 100% better. To celebrate the launch of their new student offer Vodafone X, Vodafone are […]

9 years ago

Now we know what you’re thinking. Game of Thrones writers, killing off one of their major characters? That doesn’t sound like them.’ As unthinkable as this might be, that’s exactly what appears to be in store for viewers of the hit show’s seventh season… and it’s all Maisie Williams’ fault. Maisie plays the role of Arya […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by the Irish Defence Forces. A recruitment campaign with a difference. The Irish Defence Forces are breaking new ground with an innovative video that lets you experience what it’s like to take part in a military training exercise. This unique first-person experience gives the viewer a perspective that is normally reserved for members of […]

9 years ago

The heartbroken friends of Buncrana backpacker Danielle McLaughlin have set up a GoFundMe page to assist with her repatriation and funeral expenses. McLaughlin’s body was found in woodland, 300m from the road in Canacona, a coastal resort in Goa. According to reports, the 28-year-old had injuries to her head and face and was severely beaten. Police […]

9 years ago

This is definitely someone’s dream job. Jameson have just reopened their distillery in Smithfield, Dublin, after an €11 million makeover and they’re now looking to hire brand ambassadors at the home of the famous Irish whiskey. So if you want to spend your days looking at whiskey, talking about whiskey and learning about whiskey, this […]

9 years ago

Infertility affects 15% of couples of reproductive age worldwide. Male factors, including poor semen quality, account for approximately 25% of these cases. Many fertility clinics recommend simple lifestyle changes, such as increased physical activity, stress reduction, and reduced alcohol and caffeine consumption, in order to improve sperm quality. Now, researchers from the Human Nutrition Unit […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Le Crunch Apples from France. And then there were five. We’re getting down to the business end of things in this year’s Le Crunch Apple of My Eye Song Contest as we prepare for the grand final. That’s it. The finalists have now been chosen. We asked you to choose three of […]

9 years ago

With the help of his two children, Professor Robert E Kelly inadvertently became a viral sensation a few days ago. An expert on South Korea, Prof Kelly had been speaking to the BBC via a live broadcast from his home when his two children – Marion and James – decided to crash the interview. As […]

9 years ago

There is some weekend of sport ahead and we are here to help you prepare properly. SportsJOE are hosting another of our already legendary GAA Hour Live events this Thursday night in Dublin and we really want you to join us. It is the eve of the AIB All-Ireland club finals in Croke Park and we […]

9 years ago

A true stalwart of the average family, the Irish Mammy is world renowned for her unique take on the world, but there’s one trait that sets the very best ones apart. According to a new poll, 22% of Irish people agree that ‘needless fussing’ is the habit most Irish Mammies share. According to research by […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Cadbury Creme Egg. “You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow This opportunity comes once in a lifetime.” It’s not often that we start an article with an Eminem lyric but that one seems to be particularly apt. Listen up, people! You have just one more chance […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Sky Box Sets.  “Ah, there’s yer man.” What could be better than spending a day watching Billions on Sky Box Sets? Here’s what happened when Paddy and Eric sat down to skive off work for a day binge watch the first series of the show in one sitting. Their in-depth analysis […]

9 years ago

Just imagine what you could do with €15,000 of advertising. JOE recently launched our new business podcast, The Capital B, which is hosted by renowned business journalist and author, Nick Webb. The show is available from 7am every Monday and it’s free to subscribe. Nick is joined on the show by Niall McGarry, owner and […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Virgin Media.  This is war. “Let’s enter a JOE and Her team and see who wins,” they said. “It’ll be fun,” they said. It all started out as a bit of friendly banter ahead of the Virgin Media Night Run on April 23. We’re not saying that things are now strained in […]

9 years ago

The biggest Irish rugby signing since Brad Thorn. No, wait. It’s bigger. Ireland, Munster and Lions legend Ronan O’Gara has joined JOE. The Racing Metro coach and outspoken pundit will appear on SportsJOE’s rugby podcast The Hard Yards, as well as our brand new Facebook show, SportsJOE Live.   SportsJOE Live kicks off this Wednesday night at […]

9 years ago

Well looks like hindsight really is 20/20. A new survey by IllicitEncounters.com has revealed that 59 percent of women regularly fantasise about sex with their ex. Surprisingly, men rank lower coming (heh heh) in with 48 percent. Both sexes agreed that love was the most crucial ingredient in building a memorable encounter. The study also […]

9 years ago

A Harvard professor has put forward a very interesting theory. It’s after mysterious signals were first discovered in 2007 – now Avi Loeb of the Harvard Center for Astrophysics says that they could be evidence of advanced alien technology. He believes it is leakage from planet-sized transmitters in distant galaxies. The problem is, Loeb believes, […]

9 years ago

Brought to you by Warner Bros.  No man is an island… unless his name is Madagascar. Terrible jokes aside, there’s something about island life that’s enduringly attractive. Maybe it’s the sea, the beaches, or the fact that we associate foreign islands with tax havens. Either way, here are eight islands that should be on everyone’s […]

9 years ago