This The Goonies quiz will separate the fans from the true fans. We were met with the sad news this week that acclaimed director Richard Donner had passed away aged 91. Across a prolific filmmaking career, Donner directed the first Superman movie, The Omen, the Lethal Weapon cop franchise, Scrooged (1988) and 16 Blocks. But one […]

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Here. We. Go. We’ve got Euros fever. Sure Ireland aren’t anywhere near it, not even hosting a game any more, but the thought of summer football over the next month or so is giving us a high only tournament football can provide. There’s plenty of Euros talk in this week’s quiz, along with rounds on […]

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Here. We. Go. You’ve made it to the weekend, which means you’ve also made it to what we presume is the highlight of your week and indeed many thousands of others, the JOE Pub Quiz. This week, we’ve got questions on general knowledge, sport, pixellated beers, classical music and (in)famous tweets. Let’s start this weekend […]

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It’s harder than you think!

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You’re going to need the Force for this one.

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Brought to you by Wagon Wheels It’s Friday, that means it’s Pub Quiz time. We’re at the end of another working week, and it’s time for you to sink your teeth into some sweet, sweet Pub Quiz. This week’s quiz is brought to you by the good folks at Wagon Wheels who are running a […]

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At long last. The government has confirmed that people will be permitted to travel outside their own county from 10 May onwards. Taoiseach Micheál Martin confirmed the move as part of a gradual lifting restrictions on a phased basis from Monday, 10 May. Inter-county travel, hairdressers and barbers, click and collect from retail, and outdoor adult […]

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This Advertorial is brought to you by CPA Ireland On 15 January 2021, Tánaiste Leo Varadkar launched the National Remote Work Strategy, and its uptake is likely to make remote work a permanent feature in the Irish workplace. So, what does this mean for trainee accountants? The obvious answer is that trainee accountants will need […]

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It is time… Time, of course, for the JOE Pub Quiz, which this week features rounds on nature, Hollywood movies, sport, general knowledge and a picture round focusing on album covers. Five rounds, five questions per round, answer as many as you can correctly, you know the drill. Let’s do it…

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You’ll probably be able to picture some family member saying each and every one of them. We’ve put together some common Irish sayings below and omitted a word – in some cases multiple words – from them. You have the simple task of completing the sayings from the three options listed. All of the phrases […]

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Outdoor and sporting activities will also return on a phased basis from next month, with hairdressers and personal services set to re-open in May. The government has confirmed that people will be permitted to travel within their own county from 12 April onwards. Taoiseach Micheál Martin confirmed the move as part of a gradual lifting […]

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Alright, this is the BIG one.

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Post-Paddy’s Day Pub Quiz ahoy! You know the drill by now, five rounds, each with five questions and you should be aiming for a score in the high teens, if not the early 20s. This week, we’ve got rounds on general knowledge, sport and musicals, a test of your geography knowledge and a pixelated picture […]

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It’s Friday, it’s lunchtime and you know what that means… That it’s time for the JOE Friday Pub Quiz, of course. This week, we’ve got rounds on general knowledge, sport, the Royal Family, Marvel characters and music. You know what to do…

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A report in the Irish Times had suggested this year’s festival will go ahead “unless the Government tells us otherwise”. Electric Picnic has moved to clarify speculation about this year’s festival after an article in The Irish Times suggested there were “strong reasons for optimism” that it would take place and that it would go […]

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Your favourite time of the week has arrived… In this week’s JOE Pub Quiz, there are rounds on general knowledge, sport, TV settings, famous faces and world geography. Don’t let yourself down now…

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23 arrests were made after attempts were made to move the protestors on. An Garda Síochána has released a statement following the disturbances stemming from an anti-lockdown protest in Dublin city centre this afternoon. Three members of the force were injured – with one requiring hospitalisation – following clashes between the gardaí and members of […]

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The company explained the decision, saying “culture has evolved”. Hasbro has announced that Mr Potato Head, the famous toy with the removable eyes, ears, nose, moustache, arms and feet, is now gender neutral. The toy, which has been in existence for 70 years and gained newfound popularity after its first appearance in Toy Story, is […]

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Brought to you by askpaul Solid financial advice for people of all income levels and backgrounds. At some point in your working life to date, you’ve probably been asked ‘Are you good with money?’ Or, if not, there’s certainly a chance you’ve heard the phrase tossed around. Plenty of people are blessed with the ability […]

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Gogglebox and I’m a Celebrity star Scarlett Moffatt’s TikTok explaining what ’30 per cent rain’ actually means has blown people’s minds

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Brought to you by Focus Ireland “The kids found it especially hard. My daughter cried every night saying she wanted to go home.” Our lives have been changed by the pandemic, that’s an indisputable fact. Everything we took for granted has gone. Socialising with friends, meeting with family, travel, sport, eating out… the list goes […]

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Walking Dead fans, assemble! We all love a zombie-fuelled apocalypse so it’s no surprise that The Walking Dead has been one of the biggest shows on TV in recent years. And ahead of its return on 28 February, what better time to test your knowledge of the hit show. Only superfans will do well here though, […]

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Brought to you by Focus Ireland “Mammy, when can we go back to our own house?” The world as we know it has changed over the past year and there’s no getting away from that. Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic arrived, we’ve had to adapt to the new normal of seemingly never-ending restrictions in what […]

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Brought to you by EBS This EBS Masterclass is perfect for anyone thinking about getting their first mortgage. There is no doubt that the world we live in today has forced a lot of us to reassess and to come at life with a new perspective. For some people, the moment has come to finally […]

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Are you familiar with either of these two places? Closure orders have been issued for two Irish food business in January due to the “presence of mouse droppings”, and the use of a “toxic” chemical. The retailer www.FatBurney.com was served a closure order, as was a butchers in Woodlands, Greystones. FatBurney was operating out of […]

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The surge has led to one hedge fund facing a bailout. Users of the social network Reddit have sent shockwaves through Wall Street after they quintupled GameStop shares, and made an enormous amount of money in the process, after being mocked on Twitter. The surge was sparked when users took issue with a tweet from […]

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Brought to you by EBS If you’re thinking about getting your first mortgage, this EBS Masterclass will answer all the questions you might have. Some people think new year, new me; others think new year, new home. If you belong in the latter category, now is the time to start getting organised. There is no […]

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Someone mistakenly confused a vaccination centre for an illegal rave and alerted the police. An easy mistake. It’s been a hell of a 12 months, hasn’t it? No need for a full recap, but let’s just say that, after all that’s gone on, each and every one of us are feeling the strain. Perhaps then, […]

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Norcross’ final tweet has been widely shared after the sad news was confirmed. Mick Norcross, the businessman well known for his appearances on The Only Way Is Essex, has died aged 57. Norcross, whose son Kirk starred alongside him in the ITV show, was found dead at his home in Bulphan on Thursday afternoon. Essex […]

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Brought to you by The TEFL Institute of Ireland Travelling abroad or working remotely, the ability to teach English is a much sought-after skill. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has given people time for thought and to take stock of their lives. Many have decided, for example, that there are great benefits to working […]

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Brought to you by Irish Tax Rebates You could be entitled to a tax rebate. We’re a few weeks into 2021 at this stage and with the dust long settled after Christmas, it’s a time now to look forward and to brighter days ahead. From a financial point of view, what better way to kick […]

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Some day in the not so distant future, we’ll visit them all again. It’s been a tough time for the pub industry in Ireland since the Covid-19 pandemic hit last March, with many establishments having to lay off staff or close entirely as their doors remain closed. We certainly haven’t forgotten about them, however, and […]

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Brought to you by The Lotter Over one billion dollars, baby! Last year was a pretty miserable year for all concerned and the new year hasn’t exactly kicked off in a blaze of glory either. Fear not, better days are coming. The end game is finally in sight. Also, winning a chunk of a little […]

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Brought to you by So.Beer It’s the first month of 2021 and for many, that means Dry January has arrived. Dry January means taking a break from alcohol for a month and Irish rappers Evans Junior and Celaviedmai have provided the perfect soundtrack to accompany you on your journey. The pair have teamed up with […]

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Brought to you by Revolut You’ve probably owned at least one of these. Considering they’re like extensions of our bodies at this stage, it seems like the smartphones we use on a regular (and probably far too frequent) basis have been around forever. It’s only really since the emergence of the iPhone in the late […]

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Brought to you by EBS Thinking about getting your first mortgage? This EBS masterclass will answer a lot of your questions. It’s a new year and if you are looking at buying your first home in 2021, now is the time to start getting organised. And there’s no better way to do that than with […]

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Brought to you by The Lotter That’s right, 980 million dollary-dos. It’s the start of a new year, a time when many set out their goals and ambitions for the 12 months ahead. And while winning a multi, multi-million lottery jackpot is a pretty ambitious goal, if you’re not in, you can’t win, after all. […]

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The Garda Sίochána Ombudsman Commission (GSOC) is appealing for help from potential witnesses to an incident it is investigating. In a statement, GSOC said that “the incident involved the discharge of an official firearm in Clonee” which fatally injured a male yesterday, the afternoon of 30 December. The man, named as George Nkencho, was shot […]

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The prediction is based on expected vaccine approval and delivery schedules. Professor Brian MacCraith, Chairperson of the High-Level Task Force on Covid-19 says that his team would be looking at the month of August “to being very close, or at the point of closing out the actual vaccination of as much of the population of […]

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Brought to you by Revolut Plus Prone to the occasional mishap? Well, let Revolut Plus take some of the hassle away. Are you a dropper like Chandler? No judgements here, of course, as we’ve had more smashed phone screens than meals out in 2020 (which wouldn’t be hard). Who can honestly say they haven’t had […]

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“Everybody’s caught on now. They’ve all caught on, every manager. They’ve all caught on!” – Paul Merson on Bielsa’s famous tactics.

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A no-deal Brexit has seemingly been avoided. A trade deal between the United Kingdom and European Union has been agreed just days before the 31 December deadline, which otherwise would have seen the UK crash out of the common market and on to World Trade Organisation trading terms. Deal done on #Brexit! 🎅🏼 — Simon […]

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And a Happy Christmas to us all! Competition time, and this is one to get excited about. VERY excited about. Vodafone are offering you the chance to win a brand Samsung Galaxy S20 5G as well as a Huawei Watch GT2 Sport in celebration of the Pop Up shop here at JOE! In the shop […]

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Stuck for a Christmas gift idea for a loved one? We’ve got you covered. If you have started to panic about your Christmas shopping (like us) don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Vodafone is offering great deals on accessories and a convenient Pop-Up shop right here on JOE. December is nigh so we’ve decided to […]

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Brought to you by Vodafone Christmas is just around the corner, so we’re offering you one last chance to get your hands on some great deals. You’ve had all the time in the world this year, but nothing is going to stop you breaking your favourite pre-Christmas tradition – tearing around the shops (whether online […]

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The perfect solution to your Christmas Day leftovers problem with this delicious turkey curry recipe. It’s St. Stephen’s Day, you’re tired, you were up late drinking cans or sherry or whatever you were having yourself, and the last thing you want to do is think about what you’re having for dinner. Well, fret no longer, […]

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It’s more important to get the flu vaccine this year than ever before. Did you know that your child can get the flu vaccine – in the form of a nasal spray in each nostril – for free from GPs and pharmacies across Ireland this winter? The HSE has revealed that the children flu vaccine […]

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Brought to you by Revolut Plus Revolut Plus could make your life, and the life of two of your friends, a lot easier – especially if you’re prone to the odd mishap! Revolut Plus has just been launched in Ireland, giving customers immediate peace of mind whenever a phone is smashed, a treasured item is […]

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Happy Christmas everyone! Vodafone are giving away some extra special prizes to their loyal customers ahead of the festive season. Tis the season for spending time with family, enjoying (socially distanced) the craic with friends, watching Home Alone at least a dozen times and scouring the internet for the best possible Christmas deals. To get […]

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