Jackson, Olding, McIlroy and Harrison were unanimously acquitted of all charges a fortnight ago. Reporting restrictions that were imposed by a Crown Court judge presiding over the trial of two Ireland and Ulster rugby players accused of rape were lifted today. Paddy Jackson (26) and Stuart Olding (25) stood trial at Belfast Crown Court, and […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by KBC Bank Ireland. Top tips to help you achieve your fitness goals. How would you like to improve your health, fitness and wellbeing? KBC and Wellfest have organised a 30-day “WellGood” programme in the run-up to this year’s Wellfest on the 12 and 13 May. The KBC WellFest 30-Day challenge will […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Ubisoft. It’s the wild wild Mid-West! The latest instalment of the Far Cry franchise hit the shelves last month. If you like being transported to far-flung places and pitting yourself against nasty terrorists and cults, then this series has everything you could ever want. This time around you’ll be taken to […]

8 years ago

*In partnership with NiQuitin. We’re so close! This really is the home stretch now. Eight weeks have come and gone and now we’re into the penultimate week of our Quit to Fit challenge. Woo hoo! What to expect? If everything has gone to plan up till now, you’ve already started to forget what it’s like […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Nine Monks. Fancy an all expenses paid holiday? It might not feel like it but summer is almost around the corner. With the rising temperatures (it’ll happen eventually…) come daydreams of holidays. If you fancy getting away with your friends at some point this year, then you’ll want to pay attention […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Now TV. The 90s were a particularly strong decade for movies. The likes of Keanu Reeves, Julia Roberts and Jim Carey were all in their heyday. Many of us came of age in the last decade of the 20th century. Now’s your chance to prove your knowledge. Before you is a […]

8 years ago

Get those snacks ready. Strap yourself in. Say g’luck to your family and friends – you don’t need them anymore (for now). All you need is your phone, your phone charger, probably some water and your TV remote control. Everyone you care about will still be there on Monday once this weekend is over. This […]

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Brought to you by Coors Light Challenge Rooms. Have you always fancied yourself as a bit of a Houdini? Do you watch The Crystal Maze and think “Why can’t these idiots just solve the puzzle and get out of the room?” Well, we have just the thing for you. Coors Light Challenge Rooms are coming […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Dublin Tech Summit.  Love tech? Then this is for you. Dublin Tech Summit is coming to town on 18 and 19 April and there are some incredible speakers on this year’s line-up. It’s a great chance to catch up to 200 tech specialists from the world of business, politics, entertainment, science […]

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Brought to you by Nine Monks. Which one are you? College is the time when most of us discover what kind of person we’re going to be for the rest of our lives. You find your tribe and learn how to live in a semi-grown up world. It’s a place where people can be themselves. […]

8 years ago

How well do you know your capital cities from around the world? You might think you know your stuff, but this will really put your world geography knowledge to the test. See if you can guess all 10 countries with their capital cities as the only clue, in under four minutes.

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In partnership with NiQuitin. Fuel your workout and recovery. One of the trickiest parts of a workout is getting your food right. Eat too little and you can feel drained and low in energy. Eat too much and a full stomach can be a serious distraction during the session. We’re going into Week 8 of […]

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Brought to you by KBC Bank Ireland. Make a difference in just 30 days. Ireland’s largest health, fitness and wellness festival is coming. WellFest will bring some of the biggest names in fitness, mental health and food to Ireland. This year’s event will be held in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham from the 12-13 May. It’s […]

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There are 13 countries which are currently part of the European Union which have the letter ‘E’. Do you think you can name all 13? You have five minutes to crack this quiz. Good luck!

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What performances… It was a big weekend of rugby action and Munster and Leinster fans have every reason to be happy with how the weekend went. Although for Connacht fans, it’s one they’d rather forget. The results mean that Munster will travel to Bordeaux to play Racing 92 in the semi-final, meanwhile Leinster will take […]

8 years ago

In partnership with NiQuitin. Nearly there. With only two weeks left, we’re at the tail end of our Quit to Fit challenge. You’ve been put through a fair bit in the last eight weeks and it hasn’t been easy. Still, it’s all about the end goal and lasting change takes a bit of work. What to […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Mao at Home. Wok this way! D’Arcy and O’Driscoll, Hall and Oates, Thelma and Louise, some things are just made for each other. Well, now you can add bowling and Asian cuisine to the list of matches made in heaven. The people over at Mao have come up with a great […]

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The trial is over but the conversations continue. Over 42 days the Belfast Crown Court heard the case of professional rugby players Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding and their friends, Blane McIlroy and Rory Harrison. JOE reporter Rosanna Cooney and Newstalk Courts’ Correspondent Frank Greaney were present in the courtroom throughout as Jackson and Olding […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Now TV. This looks like a job for… Comic book adaptations have dominated our screens over the last two decades like no other genre. The best thing about them is the range in style and tone means that they can appeal to every demographic. What used to be a niche art […]

8 years ago

PHILLIP!! Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield have fast become a national institution in the UK. The pair are the wholesome and cheery faces of daytime television and people tune in to This Morning specifically to enjoy their affable company. But there’s always a mischievous glint in the eye. Part of Phillip and Holly’s appeal is […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Jobs.ie. Looking for a job in retail? If you’re new to the job world or looking to make a career change, we want to help. Over the next few months and weeks, we’re going to be interviewing experts from major companies to get their thoughts on the hiring process. We’ll talk about […]

8 years ago

In partnership with NiQuitin. We’re gonna need a montage! The training montage is cinema in its purest, most primal form. You know it’s done right when the visuals and music weave together harmoniously. Giving you goosebumps, causing the hair on the back of your neck to stand up, making you jump from the couch and […]

8 years ago

*gulps* A man in the UK has contracted the very first recorded case of treatment-resistant super-gonorrhoea. Public Health England says it is the first time the infection cannot be cured with first choice antibiotics. The man attended sexual health services this year and was found to be infected with a form of the bacteria that is […]

8 years ago

The full statement from Joe McVeigh on behalf of Paddy Jackson on Wednesday afternoon, after the Ireland rugby international was found not guilty of rape and sexual assault. We’ve this to say on behalf of our client Patrick Jackson.  We’re grateful to the jury for reaching what was a common sense verdict of not guilty […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Toc Watch. Watch style tips to help you move with the times. Watches are about so much more than telling the time. A good watch is also a sartorial statement, an opportunity to accessorise a sharp suit or just a way to express your personality. Celebrity timepiece lovers like Conor McGregor […]

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Brought to you by the Licensed Vintners Association (LVA). It’s really happening. After 91 years, pubs across the country are set to open their doors on Good Friday. What a time to be alive! For many people, this will be the first time they have ever had a pint in the pub on a Good […]

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Brought to you by Vegified.  This is practically free money. Imagine someone handed you €250 and told you to spend it on whatever you want. You could splash out on a new games console, a spiffy new suit or some shiny new trainers. Or you might be sensible and put it aside for groceries (yawn!). Whether you’d […]

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The latest from Belfast Crown Court. Updated: 5pm The jurors presiding in the trial of two Ireland Ulster rugby players accused of rape will be returning to Belfast Crown Court on Wednesday to continue their deliberations. Telling the eight men and three women of the jury not to speak to anyone about the trial – […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Ubisoft. Welcome back to the mental world of Far Cry. Gamers have a lot to be excited about with the release of the latest instalment of the acclaimed Far Cry series. Over the course of the last four games, the series has been dropping you into far-flung locales. Pitting you against […]

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The very latest developments from Belfast Crown Court. On Monday at Belfast Crown Court, Judge Smyth addressed the young woman who also attended an after-party at the home of Ireland international Paddy Jackson, and who opened the door of Jackson’s bedroom while the alleged incident was taking place, describing her as a “key witness.” Asking the […]

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The latest from Belfast Crown Court. The eight men and three women of the jury presiding over the case in Belfast involving two Ulster Rugby players accused of rape were told on Monday; “It is for you to decide where the truth lies.” As the trial entered its ninth week, Judge Patricia Smyth continued her […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Vegified. Fruit and veg are the building blocks of a healthy diet. Packed with vitamins, minerals and low in calories, there’s literally no downside to them. Almost everyone consumes a small amount of fruit or veg every day (ketchup doesn’t count). If you want to hit your five-a-day, Vegified Juice Drinks are […]

8 years ago

*In partnership with NiQuitin. It’s week seven and it’s time to get philosophical. Quitting cigarettes is a pretty big deal. It’s not just about breaking a habit. It’s about making a fundamental change to who you are or who you think you are at least. What to expect? “You’ve gone through so much change,” explains […]

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Updated 16:30 – The latest from Belfast Crown Court. The judge presiding over the trial of Irish rugby players Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding told the jury on Friday that “emotion and prejudice” should play no part in them reaching verdicts. Urging the eight men and three women to put aside any assumptions they may […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Now TV. Think you know your TV? What people are watching is a staple of watercooler conversations in every office. If you haven’t got around to binging the most talked about shows of the moment, then you’re gonna be left behind. “You haven’t seen Mad Men? Oh, it’s the best thing […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Red Bull Flugtag. Red Bull Flugtag is coming. Are you ready for one of the biggest events of the Irish summer. After a six-year absence, Red Bull Flugtag is returning to these shores. It will take place in Dun Laoghaire on Sunday, 20 May, and there’s still time to enter! If you’re […]

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The latest from Belfast Crown Court. A barrister representing a man accused of covering up a rape allegation against his childhood friend Paddy Jackson told a jury today (Thursday) that his client is “not a weasel” but a “decent guy” who should never have been prosecuted. Rory Harrison, from Manse Road, has been charged with […]

8 years ago

In partnership NiQuitin. It’s not just stretches and Eastern mysticism. Yoga may once have been viewed as a new age indulgence but more and more people are starting to see why it’s been around for over 5,000 years. Everyone from businessmen to professional athletes are now getting into yoga as the benefits of incorporating it into […]

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26-year-old Blane McIlroy denies exposing his genitals to the complainant. Next to address the jury on Wednesday was Arthur Harvey QC, who represents Blane McIlroy. The 26-year-old, from Royal Lodge Road in Belfast, has been charged, and denies, exposing his genitals to the complainant. Telling the jury that when arrested in June 2016 McIlroy was […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Nine Monks. There’s a new drink in town. Are you sick of trying the same old drinks? Well, there’s a new kid in town and it could be exactly what you’re looking for. Irish brand Nine Monks are set to shake things up with the launch of a brand new tonic […]

8 years ago

The latest from Belfast Crown Court. A barrister for Ireland and Ulster rugby player Stuart Olding told a jury today (Wednesday) that his client was “undoubtedly” telling the truth – “warts and all”. Now in its eighth week, the trial at Belfast Crown Court involving Olding, teammate Paddy Jackson and two other men is now […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Red Bull Flugtag. It’s back. After a six-year absence, Red Bull Flugtag is making a welcome return to Ireland. Fans of the madcap event will be in for a treat when it comes to Dun Laoghaire on Sunday, 20 May. For anyone unfamiliar with Red Bull Flugtag, it involves teams of […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Jackpot.com. “Did they say who won it?” Jackpot.com are currently offering you a chance to win a free Lotto subscription for a year in a brand new Instagram competition. If your numbers come in, you could be the talk of the town. Of course, there’s nothing like a winning Lotto ticket being […]

8 years ago

*In partnership with NiQuitin. Firstly, well done on getting this far. You’ve passed the halfway point and you’re still going. Bet you didn’t think you could make it to week six and remain smoke-free? It’s an impressive achievement but you’re not necessarily out of the woods yet. What to expect? Our life coach Raul Aparici […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by KBC. Welcome to adulthood. Life as a student is a pretty sweet deal most of the time. That three or four years where you have all the perks of being a grown-up, without any of the obligations. The odd 9 am lecture along with an all-nighter to finish an assignment every […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Red Bull Flugtag. Your mission, should you choose to accept it. Are you excited about Red Bull Flugtag coming to Dun Laoghaire on 20 May? Perhaps you’ve already talked some mates into doing it and started scribbling down blueprints on any scraps of paper you can find. Well, if you’re brave/mad […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Titanic Belfast and SS Nomadic. The perfect spot to spend a weekend Recently voted the place to visit in 2018 by Lonely Planet, Belfast has been quietly evolving into an exciting city to explore. Once you start looking at the list of attractions that the city has to offer it’s not hard […]

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The latest from Belfast Crown Court at the end of the seventh week of trial. The barrister representing Ireland and Ulster rugby player Paddy Jackson ended his closing submission to a jury on Friday by telling them that last 20 months of his client’s life have “been blighted” by poor quality evidence. Mr Kelly brought […]

8 years ago

Never forget, March 17 isn’t everybody’s cup of tea. While the festivities are well underway and the parades are sweeping the nation, the world is watching on in wonder at the true glory that is St. Patrick’s Day. Well, try telling all that to this man. In 2017, back when Virgin Media was TV3, the reporter […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Now TV. I spy How well do you think you know your spy movies? It’s a genre that’s been around since the silent era, so there’s plenty to choose from. We’ve put together a fairly challenging picture quiz to try your hand at. Stream over 1000 movies, including these spy classics […]

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