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  • How McGargles became one of Europe’s most popular independent craft beers

    How McGargles became one of Europe’s most popular independent craft beers

    “Italy’s our biggest export market. We go across to the UK, they can’t pronounce it, right?” Rye River Brewing Company, the Kildare based brewery, is well known for its award-winning craft beers. In Ireland, their most famous brand is McGargles, based around a dysfunctional family, but it’s not on sale in the UK due to […]

    6 years ago

  • QUIZ: From the Vaults – How well do you know these classic TV shows?

    QUIZ: From the Vaults – How well do you know these classic TV shows?

    Brought to you by Revolut So many memories. Having to spend so much time indoors in an effort to combat the spread of Covid-19 means that many of us are re-watching beloved old TV shows to while away hours at a time. Sure, you may have seen the episodes dozens of times before, but at […]

    6 years ago

  • School with biggest Leaving Cert class in the country plans to create virtual day school

    School with biggest Leaving Cert class in the country plans to create virtual day school

    The future of education? Like many other businesses, the Institute of Education on Leeson Street has had to totally overhaul the way they operate since the COVID-19 restrictions were introduced. The school, which has been operating its classes virtually since, is now looking at the possibility of creating a virtual day school, the first of […]

    6 years ago

  • This week’s Mega Millions jackpot is $274 million, here’s how to enter

    This week’s Mega Millions jackpot is $274 million, here’s how to enter

    Brought to you by The Lotter The US Mega Millions lotto returns this week with a staggering jackpot of $274 million. That’s right, two-hundred-and-seventy-four-million dollars, the equivalent of a little over €253.5 million. In any currency, it’s a massive amount of money and although the Mega Millions draw will be taking place thousands of miles […]

    6 years ago

  • Revolut launches Revolut Junior to tailor for 7-17 year olds

    Revolut launches Revolut Junior to tailor for 7-17 year olds

    Brought to you by Revolut A safe and easy way for parents to teach their children essential financial skills. Global financial platform Revolut has launched Revolut Junior to cater especially for kids as young as seven right up to 17-year-old teenagers. Revolut Junior will enable kids and teenagers in that age bracket to manage their […]

    6 years ago

  • Teenager shot in Dublin on Thursday evening

    Teenager shot in Dublin on Thursday evening

    Shots were fired on Thursday evening. A Garda spokesperson has confirmed that Gardaí received reports of shots fired in the Darndale area of Dublin shortly after 9pm this evening (14 May)S. A short time later, a teenager presented at Beaumont hospital with gunshot wounds. Gardaí say that the boy’s injuries are not thought to be […]

    6 years ago

  • Win some awesome prizes as Vodafone X launch unlimited mobile data plan for students

    Win some awesome prizes as Vodafone X launch unlimited mobile data plan for students

    Brought to you by Vodafone X Unlimited possibilities with Vodafone X. As we all adapt to a new normal, unlimited internet access, whether it be for college, work, keeping yourself entertained or maintaining contact with loved ones and friends at home and abroad, is more important than ever. With that in mind, Vodafone X are […]

    6 years ago

  • Irish band looking for public to star in brand new music video

    Irish band looking for public to star in brand new music video

    Fancy getting involved? With everyone stuck at home at the moment, there’s no shortage of online music sessions, selfie songs and virtual choir performances taking place right now. Let’s just forget about that celebrity ‘Imagine’ video for now. Irish band Picture House have just launched their own appeal for people to get involved in a […]

    6 years ago

  • Cork recycling business switches to making ventilators for Irish hospitals

    Cork recycling business switches to making ventilators for Irish hospitals

    The Architects of Business is back. On the first episode in a brand new season of the show, made in partnership with EY Entrepreneur Of The Year™, host, Sonya Lennon, chats to Corkman Sean Sheehan, a finalist in the EY Entrepreneur of the Year™ Program in 2013 and the CEO of Wisetek, about how his […]

    6 years ago

  • Bushmills Irish Whiskey announces series of immersive live events on Instagram

    Bushmills Irish Whiskey announces series of immersive live events on Instagram

    Brought to you by Bushmills Irish Whiskey The Black Bush Stories campaign returns for 2020 with fascinating explorations of the worlds of charcuterie, photography, tea blending and candle making. Bushmills Irish Whiskey has announced that the popular Black Bush Stories series will return in a virtual setting for the 2020 edition, with a series of […]

    6 years ago

  • Plane ticket to nowhere: Dublin Airport during lockdown

    Plane ticket to nowhere: Dublin Airport during lockdown

    This is what it looks like when passenger numbers at Dublin Airport are down by 99%. The impact of lockdown in Ireland can be seen in the empty streets, the drastic reduction in traffic on roads and the closure of schools, public buildings and sporting facilities all over the country. Nowhere is that impact more […]

    6 years ago

  • Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds announce birth of first child

    Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds announce birth of first child

    Both mother and baby are “doing very well”. UK Prime minister Boris Johnson and his fiancee Carrie Symonds have welcomed their first child together. Symonds gave birth to a “healthy baby boy” today in a London hospital, a spokesperson for the couple has confirmed. “The Prime Minister and Ms Symonds are thrilled to announce the […]

    6 years ago

  • OPINION: Ireland’s lockdown highlights cruelty of Direct Provision

    OPINION: Ireland’s lockdown highlights cruelty of Direct Provision

    by Evgeny Shtorn, an LGBT-activist and researcher from St. Petersburg who spent almost two years in Direct Provision. “Direct provision is worse than confinement, because it’s not a measure.” As someone who spent 19 months of my life in Direct Provision, I am constantly coming back to that traumatic experience now when I am in confinement, […]

    6 years ago

  • Everything you need to know about CBD supplements

    Everything you need to know about CBD supplements

    Sponsored by Satipharm As CBD is one of the newest supplements around, naturally there is a big list of questions that need answering. What does CBD do to your body? How will CBD benefit you? Who has used it to great effect? Together with Satipharm, we’ve investigated everything you need to know. What is CBD? […]

    6 years ago

  • This Irish raffle is giving you the chance to win a €250,000 Ferrari

    This Irish raffle is giving you the chance to win a €250,000 Ferrari

    Brought to you by theFerrariexperience.ie Ever dreamed of owning your own brand new Ferrari? It’s one of the most coveted cars in the world, the car Jeremy Clarkson chose for his final ever lap on Top Gear, the Ferrari 488 GTB is a more a work of art than a car… and now you have […]

    6 years ago

  • QUIZ: Can you pass the Leaving Cert?

    QUIZ: Can you pass the Leaving Cert?

    Brought to you by revisioncourses.ie  Six correct answers gets you 40% and a pass, but can you do better? The dreaded Leaving Cert nightmare. We’ve all had it. Even years after doing the Leaving Cert, there are few things that cause you to wake up in a cold sweat like dreaming about being back in […]

    6 years ago

  • JOE rolls out shows in virtual studios

    JOE rolls out shows in virtual studios

    The shows must go on… The ongoing Covid-19 emergency has presented new working realities for everyone in Ireland and beyond and at JOE and Her, we’re no different. Those new realities present certain difficulties when it comes to our slate of shows, but we’ve devised an innovative solution to ensure there is no interruption of […]

    6 years ago

  • Workers affected by Covid-19 emergency urged to check if they are owed tax refunds

    Workers affected by Covid-19 emergency urged to check if they are owed tax refunds

    Brought to you by Irish Tax Rebates Thousands of workers in Ireland have been affected by the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, but there could be a few quid available to help them through this difficult time. The Covid-19 pandemic has had a devastating effect on lives all around the globe and Ireland is […]

    6 years ago

  • 10 of the best things to get very excited about on Disney+

    10 of the best things to get very excited about on Disney+

    Brought to you by Disney+ Disney+ is finally here! It seems like we’ve been waiting forever, especially since most of us have been housebound for the best part of the last couple of weeks, but, thankfully, the big day has finally arrived. From tomorrow (24 March), Irish subscribers to Disney+ now have access to over […]

    6 years ago

  • You can play for a $140 million Powerball jackpot from Ireland. Here’s how

    You can play for a $140 million Powerball jackpot from Ireland. Here’s how

    Brought to you by theLotter $140 million wouldn’t be a bad way of taking your mind off things at the moment. Distraction. It’s what everyone is looking for at the moment to try and divert attention away from the concern around the globe surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic. Distractions don’t come much better than thinking of ways […]

    6 years ago

  • Revolut’s new features sound ideal for small businesses

    Revolut’s new features sound ideal for small businesses

    Brought to you by Revolut Freelancer or small business owner? These features will come in very handy indeed. Over 500,000 people in Ireland and over 10 million people around the globe have discovered just how much easier control over their finances is with Revolut. Since 2017, over 300,000 businesses around the globe have been benefitting […]

    6 years ago

  • Omniplex Cinemas to keep every second seat free as part of social distancing measures

    Omniplex Cinemas to keep every second seat free as part of social distancing measures

    “By reducing our capacity by 50% we hope to give cinemagoers peace of mind when attending the movies.” Every second seat will be kept free in Omniplex Cinemas as part of measures designed to encourage effective social distancing in light of the impact of Covid-19 in Ireland. Omniplex took the decision after a thorough risk […]

    6 years ago

  • Five handy and helpful Revolut features you might not have known about

    Five handy and helpful Revolut features you might not have known about

    Brought to you by Revolut The most convenient financial management app in the world is even handier than you think. Considering it’s been on the go for five years and that over 10 million people around the world use it on a regular basis, it would be reasonable to assume that there is little more […]

    6 years ago

  • Laois GAA legends aiming to raise $2.1 million to save their son

    Laois GAA legends aiming to raise $2.1 million to save their son

    Dan Donoher isn’t even one years of age yet. The son of two Laois footballing greats, Niall Donoher and Aisling Donoher (nee Quigley), Dan comes from good stock. On March 28th, 2019, he entered into the world but in December, he was diagnosed with a rare genetic neuromuscular disease called Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type 1 and […]

    6 years ago

  • A key reason why business needs more women in positions of power

    A key reason why business needs more women in positions of power

    “Men tend to be much more reluctant to ask those kinds of questions.” Irish boards need more female representation because women will tend to ask ‘the idiot question’ that men won’t. Speaking on JOE’s business show, All In, which is backed by AIB, the CEO of the Institute of Directors, Maura Quinn outlined why she […]

    6 years ago

  • Looking for a mortgage? Yeah, come watch The Fast and the Furious with us

    Looking for a mortgage? Yeah, come watch The Fast and the Furious with us

    Brought to you by EBS We’re taking over Mondello Park to help first-time buyers in their search for a house (as well as show them an awesome movie). There’s nothing fast about the process of buying your first home, but it can often make you furious. Even knowing where to start can be a massive […]

    6 years ago

  • The latest episode of All In, backed by AIB, is available now

    The latest episode of All In, backed by AIB, is available now

    Mark Little, Iseult Ward, and Norman Crowley were on the show talking about the entrepreneurial mindset. It doesn’t matter what stage of business you’re at, there are always lessons to learn. Whether you’re the face of an international corporation that goes toe-to-toe with giants or a start-up looking to push your way into an emerging […]

    6 years ago

  • Alone It Stands returns to Dublin stage

    Alone It Stands returns to Dublin stage

    “There is an isle, a bonnie isle… “ We are in the thick of Ireland’s latest quest to claim Guinness Six Nations glory and ’tis the season for a couple of theatrical productions with a rugby bent. The Mill Theatre in Dundrum is playing host to two shows that are tapping into the current surge […]

    6 years ago

  • Here are the 12 Casa Amor bombshells that are going to be entering the villa

    Here are the 12 Casa Amor bombshells that are going to be entering the villa

    Meet the new Islanders. It’s that time of year again, Love Island fans. Casa Amor is nearly here and, if we’re being honest, we couldn’t be more excited: it’s time to bring the drama. In case you need a refresher (or you’re new to watching Love Island), the twist sees the original villa being split into two – and […]

    6 years ago

  • First-time buyers of Dublin! Fancy watching Crazy, Stupid, Love with us?

    First-time buyers of Dublin! Fancy watching Crazy, Stupid, Love with us?

    Brought to you by EBS To celebrate the season of love, we’ve teamed up with the EBS Mortgage Masters to host a special movie screening for first-time buyers. Last year, we hosted a series of special movie screenings with EBS. Not to worry if you missed out, as we’re bringing them back in 2020 with […]

    6 years ago

  • COMPETITION: Win a 12-month membership in a gym of your choice

    COMPETITION: Win a 12-month membership in a gym of your choice

    Brought to you by London Essence Company If there is a better way to kickstart your year, we’ve yet to hear it! It can be easy to give out about the month of January, but really it offers a chance to kick off a year with a strong start. Thanks to London Essence Company, that […]

    6 years ago

  • The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: Week 175

    The JOE Friday Pub Quiz: Week 175

    It’s that time of the week again. You know the drill by now, five rounds of five questions, brag in front of/hide from your fellow Pub Quiz contestants as appropriate depending on your results. Go!

    6 years ago

  • KFC apologises for ad showing young boys staring at woman’s breasts

    KFC apologises for ad showing young boys staring at woman’s breasts

    “Our intention was not to stereotype women and young boys in a negative light.” KFC has apologised for an advertisement in Australia that shows two boys ogling a woman’s breasts. In the 15-second ad for the Zinger Popcorn Box, a young woman checks her reflection in the window of a car. She first looks at […]

    6 years ago

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