Awful news. A body has been found in the search for Channel 4 star, Katherine Watson. Watson was last seen in the Heaton Road area of Newcastle at 1pm yesterday with Northumbria Police growing ‘increasingly concerned’ for her welfare. After extensive searches, a body was found. While formal identification is yet to take place, they […]

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She shared the news with a heartbreaking video. Award-winning comedian Janey Godley has cancelled her upcoming tour as she undergoes treatment for terminal ovarian cancer. The 63-year-old announced the news from her hospital bed where she was being treated sepsis which is now ‘under-control’. In a video shared with her fans, she explained that her […]

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Heartbreaking news just in. A No Doubt founding member has died following a fatal motorcycle accident in California. Gabriel ‘The Gun’ Gonzalez, who was No Doubt’s original trumpet player, died on September 12 at the age of 57. Aside from his work with No Doubt, Gonzalez also played with Save Ferris, The Untouchables, The Skeletones, […]

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A popular choice. Fifty experts involved in the Irish music industry have ranked their ‘Fifty Best Irish Songs of All Time’ and the results have been totted up. The Irish Independent-ran feature mixes tunes from heavy hitters such as Thin Lizzy and U2 with alternative favourites from the likes of Whipping Boy and For Those […]

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Come and work with us! Please email careers@joemediagroup.ie with the subject heading of ‘Editorial Lead (Sports)’ with your CV and a few words about why you think you’re perfect for the role. Good luck! Editorial Lead (Sports) THE ROLE The successful candidate will help lead the editorial and social teams across Ireland and the UK […]

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By Niamh Ryan (first published on Her.ie). “It can be quite tricky for non-native speakers to pronounce them correctly.” A recent study by Preply found the most difficult Irish place names for tourists to pronounce. The online learning platform analysed search data for the spellings of over 100 Irish towns and villages all over the country. Sylvia […]

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Horrific. A woman who was out swimming with her friends is believed to have been swallowed whole by a 13ft shark without any of her friends noticing. The woman, Christine Armstrong, had been out with swimming with her friends when they noticed a fin cutting through the water on Australia’s New South Wales coast. As […]

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Another woman has recently accused Jenas of inappropriate behaviour. A spokesperson for Jermaine Jenas has issued a public statement following new and recent allegations against the presenter. Another woman has recently accused Jenas of inappropriate behaviour. Last month, Jenas was sacked by the BBC following an investigation into his conduct at work. The former presenter […]

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An official update was shared on Wednesday afternoon. So as we’re all aware by now, Oasis are officially back together and it’s all anyone has been talking about for the last two weeks. Just over a week ago, tickets for the Gallagher brothers’ huge reunion tour went on sale, with millions hoping to bag a […]

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Heartbreaking news. X Factor and G4 star, Ben Thapa, has tragically died at the age of 42. Tributes have been pouring in for the singer after his bandmates shared the news online. Posting to Instagram, G4 wrote: “It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our brother and great friend, Ben […]

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While the atmosphere remained fairly jovial in the Aviva Stadium, some trouble erupted on the streets of the capital after the game. Gardaí have said they made numerous arrests following England’s 2-0 win over Ireland last night in Dublin, as clashes between fans occurred near the stadium after the final whistle blew. Before the teams even […]

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The Arsenal midfielder also admitted that he didn’t celebrate his goal out of respect for his Irish family. Declan Rice revealed in a post-match interview following England’s win over Ireland in Dublin that he turned down the opportunity to wear the captain’s armband for the game. The former Republic of Ireland player opened the scoring […]

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The selfie was shared just moments before their tragic deaths Back in 2011, Essa Ricker, Kelsea Webster and Webster’s younger sister Savannah were exploring the Covered Bridge Canyon crossing on a railway line in Utah. Utah County sheriff’s Sgt Spencer Cannon said that the girls were waving to the engineers of the Utah Railway train […]

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The former BBC presenter’s alleged messages have been revealed. The messages Jermaine Jenas reportedly sent to a woman who was working in Qatar have been shared. The 41-year-old ex-England international was sacked from his presenting jobs on The One Show and Match Of The Day after junior members of staff raised concerns over his behaviour. […]

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As usual, Liam Gallagher hasn’t minced his words. Liam Gallagher has said he has the “rudest fans in the world” in his latest round of tweets, adding: “Some days I just think to myself why do I even bother.” It comes after the star told people complaining about the price of Oasis tickets to “shut […]

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“We apologise for any hurt caused.” Earlier this week, a publisher apologised for the way in which they depicted a traditional Irish family in a schoolbook. It has since been confirmed that they are now pulling the book. Outrage was sparked online following the circulation of an image from the page of the schoolbook, with […]

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Brought to you by Airfield Estate Experience farming and fun first-hand in the city at this new festival. It’s hard to beat this time of year. There’s a welcome chill in the air, our pavements are dotted with some particularly colourful leaves and it feels like autumn has finally arrived. Indeed, a fresh new season […]

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Brought to you by Aviva in partnership with Citroën If you’re looking for some staycation inspiration, we’ve got the ideal itinerary right here. As summer 2024 draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the season, and celebrate just some of the incredible attractions, experiences and sites we have at our doorstep. […]

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The Aviva Stadium recently hosted the first overseas game in college football history. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has dropped a major hint that Dublin could be a future destination to host a major game. The American businessman was speaking to analyst Pat McAfee on his YouTube talk show when the former punter asked him whether […]

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The former Derry corner forward will not be getting tickets for next summer’s Croke Park takeover. Joe Brolly has embarked on a rant about Oasis, describing them as ‘awful’ and recounting a story in which he told one of the Gallagher brothers to ‘go and f*** yourself’. The GAA analyst and former player opened up […]

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“There was nearly a fatality.” The Oasis hype might be dying down after the initial buzz of their reunion, but some past stories of the band’s shenanigans over the years are still being shared. One such story that has made the rounds again recently is of Noel Gallagher claiming he “nearly died” following a drinking […]

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Both players switched allegiances to England after initially playing for Ireland. Republic of Ireland assistant manager John O’Shea has played down the return of Declan Rice and Jack Grealish to Dublin this weekend and insisted that his focus is on “players who want to be here”. Saturday’s UEFA Nations League clash between Ireland and England […]

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Some fans aren’t impressed. Some Man Utd fans have been left furious at Lisandro Martinez after a ‘disrespectful’ social media post has gone viral. A usual fan favourite, supporters have now took to X to express their frustration at the post. Following a damning 3-0 defeat at home to rivals Liverpool, the first international break […]

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‘The working class got you where you are and you f***** them’ Just last week Oasis broke the biggest story of the month as they announced that they would putting their differences to the side and reforming for a series of now sold out gigs across the UK and Ireland. Liam and Noel Gallagher will […]

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“The memory of that night will stay with me forever.” On this weekend in 1997, Princess Diana tragically died following a car crash in Paris, France. Her death was a global story, sparking heartbreak across the world, but now a firefighter who was at the scene of the fateful crash has revealed what she said […]

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The great wait is over – the Gallagher brothers are back It’s the news that has got the whole of the UK talking – Oasis are back for a reunion tour. After days of speculation – and years of pleas to get back together – Liam and Noel Gallagher seem to have buried the hatchet. […]

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Oasis are finally getting back together! Earlier today, music fans across the globe rejoiced to the news that Oasis are finally getting back together for a series of gigs in the UK and Ireland next year. While it’s common knowledge that the Gallaghers have a huge connection to Ireland with mum, Peggy, from Mayo, and […]

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You gotta roll with it. Can you get 100% in this Oasis quiz? We wouldn’t recommend taking your time, though, as there are just 180 seconds on the clock here. In honour of the Oasis reforming, we’ve put together a career-spanning quiz to test your Liam and Noel-shaped knowledge. Hardcore fans shouldn’t have a problem. […]

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‘Don’t be sorry, smile’ Sven-Göran Eriksson has died aged 76 after a battle with terminal cancer. The former England manager was diagnosed with the illness in January. On Monday afternoon, Eriksson’s family released a statement confirming the 76-year-old had passed away. The statement read that the former England manager died at home surrounded by his family […]

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Let us know what score you get. Welcome to Day 312 of the JOE quick-fire general knowledge quiz. Each day, we give you 15 general knowledge questions and three minutes to complete the quiz. You can do the quiz below. Good luck, and let us know what score you get. The JOE quick-fire general knowledge quiz: Day 311. If the JOE quick-fire […]

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Let us know what score you get. Welcome to Day 311 of the JOE quick-fire general knowledge quiz. Each day, we give you 15 general knowledge questions and three minutes to complete the quiz. You can do the quiz below. Good luck, and let us know what score you get. The JOE quick-fire general knowledge quiz: Day 311. If the JOE quick-fire […]

1 year ago

Caolan was just 20 years old. Crossmaglen footballer Caolan Finnegan has died one year after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. The footballer was just 20 years old, and last played for his club in 2023. In a social media post on Friday morning, Crossmaglen announced that Caolan “lost his battle earlier […]

1 year ago

Brought to you by The Road Safety Authority With an incredible lineup of cars, immersive experiences and an opportunity to win a weekend in a brand new Tesla, this is not to be missed. On Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th August, Super Car Weekend will be coming to Dundrum Town Centre with a jam-packed programme […]

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Let us know what score you get. Welcome to Day 307 of the JOE quick-fire general knowledge quiz. Each day, we give you 15 general knowledge questions and three minutes to complete the quiz. You can do the quiz below. Good luck, and let us know what score you get. The JOE quick-fire general knowledge quiz: Day 307. If the JOE quick-fire […]

1 year ago

George has a key technique for over-wipers that will come as a huge relief A pelvic floor expert has warned why you should never wipe more than three times after taking a poo – and, well, if nothing else it might save you money on TP during the cost of living crisis. In a video […]

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Five people have been charged in connection with the Friends star’s death. Matthew Perry’s final words have allegedly been revealed amid an investigation into his death. Earlier this week, it was revealed that a number of arrests had been made in connection with the Friends actor’s death last October. At a press conference, prosecutors shared […]

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The new variant spreads more easily. Sweden’s public health agency have confirmed their first case of a contagious variant of Mpox, the first recorded outside of Africa. The infected person is believed to have picked up the variant during a stay in Africa. Health and Social Affairs Minister Jakob Forssmed told a news conference: “We […]

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The pair met on Love Island in 2019. Earlier today, Molly-Mae Hague announced that herself and Tommy Fury have broken up after five years together. The reality TV star revealed the news in an Instagram post this afternoon. “Never in a million years did I think I’d ever have to write this,” she wrote. “After […]

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“I was very unwell with a bug.” Daniel Wiffen missed out on the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics after he was ‘rushed to hospital’ to receive medical attention for a stomach bug, the swimmer has revealed. Wiffen was due to be a flag bearer for Ireland after his hugely successful Games, where he won […]

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‘The amount of times I have seen this movie and yet I didn’t even notice!’ Harry Potter has been a staple of many people’s lives for well over 20 years now. From the books to the films to the theatre productions, it is undoubtedly one of the most successful series’ of all time. Yet for […]

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Ireland are in the final of the relay race for the first time. Ireland reached the Olympic final of the Women’s 4x400m relay race after qualifying from a thrilling semi-final race in Paris on Friday. The Irish team of Sophie Becker, Phil Healy, Kelly McGrory, and Sharlene Mawdsley finished third in their heat with a […]

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Ta ta and farewell The man behind one of the most enduring memes in internet culture has died aged 82. Jack Karlson, popularly known as ‘Democracy Manifest guy’, passed away on Wednesday (August 7), according to his family. Karlson has long been an icon in internet circles for his dramatic response to his arrest outside […]

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Harrington is aiming to win her second Olympic gold medal. Kellie Harrington takes on China’s Yang Wenlu in the Women’s Lightweight Olympic boxing final on Tuesday night. The Dublin native, who won gold at the Tokyo 2020 Games, is aiming to become the first Irish boxer to win two Olympic gold medals. Harrington will also […]

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She has responded to the accusation A swimmer who was reportedly removed from the athlete’s village for creating an ‘inappropriate environment’ has broken her silence on the claims. Paraguayan swimmer, Luana Alonso was staying at the village for the duration of the Paris Games but the Paraguay Olympic Committee announced she had been asked to […]

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“It’s difficult, because it’s not something you really spring on people as a surprise.” A man with the UK’s biggest penis has spoken out about the reality of his endowment in an interview on This Morning earlier this year, Matt Barr said he first realised he was different while showering for PE, and quickly realised […]

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There has been huge controversy. Italian boxer Angela Carini has stated that she would like to apologise to Imane Khelif following huge controversy surrounding their boxing match. Yesterday, the match was abandoned by Carini after 46 seconds, with a massive backlash following online. Carini refused to shake her opponents hand and knelt in the ring […]

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It’s another busy day for the Irish athletes in Paris. It’s another action-packed day in Paris as Team Ireland are involved across several different sports on Day 5 of the 2024 Paris Olympics. We have compiled a list of every Irish competitor taking part in events today so you can follow along with the action. It will be […]

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Mona has won Ireland’s first medal of the Games. Ireland’s Mona McSharry has won a Bronze medal in the 100m breaststroke at the Olympics, winning the country’s first Olympic swimming medal in 28 years. The 23-year-old from Sligo swam the final at Paris La Defense Arena with a time of 1:05.59. She finished just behind […]

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Pat Ryan was incredibly sporting in defeat after Cork’s loss to Clare in the All-Ireland final. Cork were defeated by 3-29 to 1-34 after a thrilling finale in Croke Park with Clare coming out on top after extra-time. Cork manager Ryan gave a sporting interview after the game, firstly congratulating Clare and then thanking his […]

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20 is a great score this week. We’re back with another Friday pub quiz. This week, we have a general knowledge round, a sports round, a round on entertainment, a round on famous ships and a round on city landmarks. Good luck, and let us know what score you get.

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