Have Liverpool blown it? Who wants to be top of the Premier League at the beginning of March? Jurgen Klopp asked this question after Liverpool’s point at Goodison Park on Sunday but presumably the answer is any team who would have stayed there if they’d won their game. The pressure is on Manchester City now, […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by KBC Bank Ireland The first step is often the toughest. No matter what kind of shape you’re in or what your fitness levels are, there’s likely always something you want to improve. It could be as simple as getting a quicker time on your runs, getting better at relaxing, or you could […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Intersport Elverys in conjunction with Puma Is it about time your football boots were put out to stud? There is nothing better than the feeling of a new pair of football boots. From the second you pick them out in the shop to the first time you wear them on the pitch, […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Circle K Destinations on the list include Thailand, Australia, Sri Lanka and South Africa! Especially now that we’ve gotten a glimpse of the sun over the past few days, summertime is on our minds. There is nothing better to get you through even the most gloomy day than thinking of an […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by The Square Tallaght & Rory’s Stories Ten kids will be featured on a Rory’s Stories video, with one lucky winner taking home a €200 voucher for The Square, Tallaght. Now that St Patrick’s Day is only around the corner, it’s time to think about what makes this little island so special. That […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Dtwo All proceeds from the Cheltenham preview are going towards the Irish Cancer Society. Springtime is finally upon us, and that can only mean one thing for horse racing fans; Cheltenham. It’s one of the most iconic racing festivals on the planet, and it’s lost none of its charm over the […]

7 years ago

What has Brendan Rodgers done? On Wednesday night, some Celtic fans made their feelings clear about Brendan Rodgers’ decision to leave Celtic and take the job with Leicester immediately. ‘You traded immortality for mediocrity. Never a Celt, always a fraud,’ the banner at Tynecastle where Celtic were playing Hearts, read on Wednesday night, but beyond […]

7 years ago

In partnership with NiQuitin The key at this stage is to stay focused. Now that you’re in the second week of your life post smoking, you have to keep your eyes on the prize. Just like we told you during week one, the hardest part is already over. You’ve made the choice to quit smoking, […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by STRONG ROOTS The winning club will get tonnes of great free food and plenty of great prizes! Our Guinness Six Nations title defence might not have gotten off to the best of starts against England, but Round 2’s win against Scotland has us back on track. With Italy up next in […]

7 years ago

Has Kepa Arrizabalaga changed football? When Maurizio Sarri tried and failed to take Kepa Arrizabalaga off the field at Wembley on Sunday, many were outraged at Kepa’s refusal to obey the instruction from his manager. With Willy Caballero waiting to come on and do what he had previously done for Manchester City in a final, […]

7 years ago

“Peterborough: Shaping Britians’ future” UKIP has been widely ridiculed on social media after circulating a pamphlet containing a number of typos, including the incorrect spelling of ‘Britain’. The leaflet was distributed around Peterborough following local MP Fiona Onasanya being imprisoned for contempt of court, with UKIP vowing to take her seat in the event of a by-election. […]

7 years ago

The best photos are the ones that don’t need filters In the age of Instagram, it’s probably fair to say that people are taking more photographs than ever before. Quantity isn’t quality, however. A lot of the time, it feels like scrolling through social media is nothing other than wading through an art gallery of […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by EA Games Baz was looking for 50 ways to kill a space rhino. This year is shaping up to be absolutely huge for games, and we liked the look of Anthem right from the off. The first thing worth noting is its absolutely stunning graphics, but the addition of exciting gameplay […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Samsung Galaxy S10 There’s a lot to take in here. Samsung have begun 2019 with a bang with two huge Samsung Unpacked events in London and San Francisco on Wednesday night where a whole host of Samsung tech was unveiled. Of course the main gadget of interest was the launch of […]

7 years ago

Fancy a trip to the Merseyside Derby? Local derbies are always a feisty affair, but there is something special about the Merseyside rivalry. The two Scouse clubs have often saved their best performances for when they come up against each other, and this year won’t be any different. Liverpool’s Premier League title aspirations rely on […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Revive Active Perfect for anyone looking to stay healthy on the go. When your weekdays consist of trying to keep on top of a busy schedule, diets often go on the back burner. Between trying to keep on top of work and getting the right amount of exercise, it often just […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by KBC Bank Ireland Ireland’s largest health, fitness and wellness festival returns this May. We might have a few months to go before we reach the summer, but there’s nothing stopping us from thinking about it now. The longer days, the (hopefully) better weather, and the long list of summer festivals are what […]

7 years ago

In partnership with NiQuitin It’s only early days, but you’re on the right path. Last week, we introduced you to our Quit To Fit 2019 teams. Despite coming from all over the country and from different walks of life, they all shared the common goal of kicking their smoking habit for good. Not only that, but […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by gradireland Are you up for the challenge? Regardless of whether or not you’ve always been top of your class, there’s nothing like a bit of cash incentive to help bring out the best. If you can beat the competition to be crowned Ireland’s smartest student, you will be rewarded with a […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Creacon Wellness Retreat The prize includes accommodation, three full days of juicing, as well as yoga & meditation classes. Just over a month ago, it seems that just about the only thing people had on their minds was New Year’s Resolutions. Whether it was them hoping to become more active or improve […]

7 years ago

The pressure was off Liverpool. A Champions League knockout tie at Anfield was a game for Liverpool to enjoy, that was the thinking anyway. Instead it passed without incident, in every sense. Jurgen Klopp’s makeshift defence got through the first 90 minutes of the tie with a scoreless draw. The game briefly threatened to be […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Udo’s Choice If there is anyone who can help us improve our diets, it’s Pat Divilly. In the past few years, there has been a pretty phenomenal increase in the number of personal trainers on these shores. Social media has played a huge role in that, as it has become so […]

7 years ago

Essential listening. If you haven’t already done so, then there’s no excuse not to check out JOE’s newest show Ireland Unfiltered with Dion Fanning, which won Best Podcast at the 2019 Digital Media Awards over the weekend. It’s the second year in a row one of our podcasts has won the award with The GAA Hour […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Win A Kool House Tickets to this raffle are set to be snapped up quickly… Whether you’re renting or looking to buy, finding the right house is no small task. Between trying to arrange a viewing, dealing with real estate agents and competing against everyone else, it can certainly feel like a […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Iarnród Eireann A true test of your WIT. From Cork to Carlow, or from Dublin to Galway, we’re not exactly short of colleges and universities. Whether you want to study medicine or become a qualified filmmaker, you don’t need to look much further than our own emerald isle. With that said, […]

7 years ago

What has Declan Rice done to us? Are you ready to be heartbroken? Declan Rice’s announcement on the eve of Valentine’s Day stunned Ireland, or at least that section that cares about the football team. A sub-section of that support is angry at the decision of the player and the long and winding road that […]

7 years ago

The winning photographer will be featured on a nationwide advertising campaign and earn a brand-new camera. Recently, we told you about a competition where you could have your photo put onto a billboard. Don’t worry if you hadn’t spotted that, it was only to give you extra time to find the right photograph. Now, it’s […]

7 years ago

Who’s up for a game at London Stadium? As springtime gets closer, so too does the business end of the Premier League season. Every point matters, particularly for a Fulham side staring down the barrel of relegation. Meanwhile, West Ham will likely target this game as a chance to stay on the top half of the […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Goracing ‘Tis the season after all… Love it or hate it, Valentine’s Day is upon us once again. Or, as some of us call it; Thursday. Blind dates at Leopardstown Racecourse No matter what side of the Valentine’s Day debate you are on, it is still the only day of the […]

7 years ago

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s permanent appointment had seemed inevitable. After a series of impressive performances and the return to form of key players, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looked certain to become the permanent Manchester United manager in the summer. The return of the Champions League heralds the coming of spring and for Manchester United fans it was […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Crumlin Road Gaol Don’t worry, the lunch isn’t prison gub. Belfast has to be one of the most underrated cities in Europe. Despite its modest size compared to some of its neighbours, it packs a hell of a punch. Before you even mention the fact it’s where Game of Thrones is […]

7 years ago

In partnership NiQuitin They’re already winners, because they’re quitters. Not so long ago, we put out the call for people who want to give up smoking. In association with NiQuitin, the idea was that we would give them a series of challenges over the course of 10 weeks with the light of a €2,000 holiday […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Dublin Bus Most importantly, do you thank the bus driver? Getting the bus, particularly in the mornings, is an eye-opener. There are many unwritten rules of bus etiquette. Not thanking the bus driver is possibly the worst crime of all. The very thought of it… What kind of a bus-goer are […]

7 years ago

“You really don’t know who I am?” Welcome to #TrailerChest, where we’re taking a sneak peek at the brand new trailer for the live-action remake of Aladdin. Plot’s it all about? Well, he’s very blue. Like exceptionally blue. That’s the main thing to get out of the way. We’ve got Marwan Kenzari as Jafar, Naomi Scott […]

7 years ago

What was Maurizio Sarri thinking? Maurizio Sarri is admired by many for his footballing philosophy but how much longer will he be allowed implement it at Chelsea? Sarri’s methods require time but after another capitulation, this time at the Etihad, why would Chelsea stick with him when they have their own philosophy? That philosophy involves […]

7 years ago

Introducing the Gravy Supreme. Yesterday was National Pizza Day – we are pretty sure that is not a religiously festival or an official government bank holiday. It was probably just dreamt up by marketing people to sell more pizza. But whatever, if it is an excuse to eat more pizza, why not? KFC and Pizza […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Blackwater Distillery The winner will also receive two tickets to the Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival closing gala. January might be a bit of a struggle at times, but February has a lot going for it. It is the month of love (and pancakes) after all, so why not try […]

7 years ago

How far will people go to stop Liverpool winning the league? After – no, before – Man City’s win at Everton on Wednesday night, Liverpool fans were already alarmed at the weakened team Marco Silva’s side sent out. As Liverpool’s own anxieties temporarily overwhelm them, are they just transmitting their nerves elsewhere. Is there even […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Cadbury Creme Egg Would anyone fancy some free chocolate? Maybe it’s the cold weather. Maybe it’s the fact that Cadbury Creme Eggs are suddenly back on our shelves. Whatever it is, we’ve got chocolate on our minds. Win a Cadbury hamper To celebrate the return of the uber-rare white chocolate Cadbury […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Mount Falcon Estate The prize also includes a dinner for two and a bottle of prosecco. When it comes to trying to get Valentine’s Day gifts, few things are as reliable as a romantic break for two. You don’t need to leave these shores either, as we aren’t short of beautiful […]

7 years ago

It was a bit of a car crash segment. Liam Neeson has received a strong backlash in recent days for admitting that, in his youth, he had roamed the streets in the hope of a confrontation with a black person, following his friend’s sexual assault by a black person. The topic was discussed on Good […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Select Hotels Just saying, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner… We did it. We are finally through the month of January, and the warmer days of spring are just around the corner (unless we’re in for another Beast From The East). Now that the month of February is finally upon […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Iarnród Éireann Things always get better with the second semester. Look, the initial excitement of starting college is unlike anything you’ve experienced before. After finally making your way through secondary school, it’s always a light at the end of a very long tunnel. On that first day, we’re willing to bet you […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Dtwo There will be a bucket of beer and plenty of good food waiting for you. Look, there’s no point in denying our Six Nations defence hasn’t gotten off to the best start. We’re out of the running for both the Grand Slam and the Triple Crown, but we’ve lost one […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by gradireland Acting like a GAA star in work doesn’t mean bringing a hurl into the boardroom. If there’s one thing that makes hurling a particularly good sport to compare to the business world, it’s how competitive it is. As last year’s championship showed, the standard of the game is only on […]

7 years ago

Have Liverpool blown it? The mood among Liverpool supporters on Monday night was pretty miserable but are they right to be as down as they are right now? After the draw with West Ham at the Olympic Stadium, which followed the dropped points at home to Leicester last week, Liverpool feel as if their season […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Wellman Still looking to beat the January blues? This year is only getting started, so there is still plenty of time left to get going on your New Year’s resolutions. For many of us, it involves bringing our fitness levels up a notch. To do that, you’re going to want to […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Cully & Sully Some of these food hacks would definitely come in handy. It’s all well and good if you enjoy cooking, but it can all be a bit of bother sometimes. More often than not, you spend more time slicing, dicing and peeling than you do actually cooking the food. […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Castleknock Hotel This would surely earn you a few brownie points! Valentine’s Day is great and everything, but the biggest problem lies in finding the right way to spend it with your loved one. The best restaurants are often booked up weeks in advance, as are many of the top hotels across […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Cadbury Creme Egg The best egg hunters will win themselves €2,000. For many of us, this time of year only means one thing; Cadbury Creme Eggs are back. The Creme Egg Hunting Society Gathering As we mentioned recently, the Creme Egg Hunting Society Gathering is taking place on Saturday, 23 February. […]

7 years ago