Ronaldo took to Twitter on Wednesday to issue a statement on the allegations. Cristiano Ronaldo has strongly denied claims that he raped an American woman in 2009 after allegations were revisited in an article in a German newspaper over the weekend. A report in Der Spiegel claimed the incident took place in a Palms Place hotel […]

8 years ago

The talent show will air on RTÉjr. A brand new show, hosted by former Munster and Ireland rugby player Donncha O’Callaghan, will air weekdays on RTÉ, starting next week. Donncha’s Two Talented is a brand new family entertainment show, which features the best of Irish 5-9-year-old talent. But there’s a twist… Not only will the […]

8 years ago

It’s almost an hour long, and it’s being called the best video the UFC have ever made. The biggest UFC fight of all time is due to take place this weekend. Conor McGregor vs Khabib Nurmagomedov is going down in the early hours of Saturday morning, and fans of the sport are counting down the […]

8 years ago

It’s so awkward that you won’t be able to look away. Theresa May hasn’t really been out of the headlines for the past 12 months. The UK Prime Minister has divided opinion with her views on Brexit, especially with regards to the situation in Ireland. Just last week, May said: “Anything which fails to respect the […]

8 years ago

Great news for any regular phone droppers out there. Are you someone who has a bit of difficulty hanging on to your phone? You can admit it, we won’t judge you… Sometimes you’ll drop your phone and pray to everything you believe in that it’s not broken. And sometimes those prayers will work, and there […]

8 years ago

This is extremely dangerous. A bus driver was arrested in Kildare on Wednesday night for drink driving after he was found to be nine times over the legal limit. An Garda Síochána took to Twitter on Wednesday to reveal that the bus driver had been caught drink driving on the M7 on Tuesday night. Naas […]

8 years ago

Nothing is allowed to enter the airspace at present. A radar issue in the West of Ireland has caused both Cork and Shannon Airport to stop all flights from coming into that particular airspace. What is being called a significant systems failure has resulted in a “zero flow rate” in Irish aerospace at present. Dublin […]

8 years ago

Strong words from the Taoiseach. Earlier on Tuesday, we reported that DUP leader Arlene Foster had said the Good Friday Agreement is not a “sacrosanct” piece of legislation and could be altered to pave the way for a Brexit deal. Foster attempted to explain that the agreement was not set in stone, saying: “It has been […]

8 years ago

What a great show. Scrubs might be one of the most underrated shows ever. So many great moments, so many great quotes. But can you match these classic quotes to the character that said them? Good luck.

8 years ago

An interesting outlook on recent events, to say the least. On Monday night Donald Trump attracted a great deal of controversy for the manner in which he spoke to a female report during a press conference. Trump allowed her to ask a question, but before she could say anything, he said: “She’s shocked that I […]

8 years ago

Sometimes you just need to get a pump on. Have you ever got the sudden urge to just work out exactly where you are? Has the adrenaline got to you and you just have to drop and bang out a few press-ups there and then? Well, there are certain times where you can do that, […]

8 years ago

These tips will help you through the next week or so. Conor McGregor vs Khabib Nurmagamedov is just around the corner, and we frankly can not wait. It’s been over a year since we saw McGregor in action, and almost two since he had a fight in the octagon. Khabib, on the other hand, has […]

8 years ago

The incident took place in September. Chairman of Magheracloone Mitchells GAA club Francis Jones has said that the club will be out of their own grounds “for a number of years” following a sinkhole opening up on the pitch a number of weeks ago.  The incident caused the local school to close, with children being sent home […]

8 years ago

The incident occurred at a strip club in New York. 2018 has been a bit of a rollercoaster year for Cardi B. From a music perspective, it has been nothing but good. Her debut album Invasion of Privacy was released in April, and was an absolute hit. She became the first ever female rapper to have […]

8 years ago

It’s a beautiful spot. Tourists hoping to visit Thailand’s iconic Maya Bay will not be able to do so for the foreseeable future. The popular destination was due to re-open on Tuesday following a tourist ban, but it was announced on Tuesday that this would not take place. According to CNN, Thailand’s Department of National […]

8 years ago

The incident took place in Alaska. A hunter in Alaska is now fighting for his life after a bear that he shot fell down a slope and landed on him. William McCormick, 28, was flattened by the tumbling animal while hunting with a partner. The incident took place near Carter Lake on Saturday afternoon. According […]

8 years ago

This is quite an interesting statistic. According to a recent survey published in Hays Ireland’s Diversity and Inclusion Report 2018, 55% of Irish workers think that they are at an advantage if they look, act or think like their boss. The same survey reported that only 44% of people believe that their leaders fully understand the […]

8 years ago

This is about as Black Mirror as Black Mirror is going to get. Black Mirror is one of the most interesting TV shows in recent memory. It looks at the world through an alternative and often very disturbing light, especially with regards to the advancement of technology. Each episode examines a world where a particular […]

8 years ago

This gets a 5/5 from us. Europe dominated this year’s Ryder Cup, and won with a convincing 17.5-10.5 victory over the USA following three days of action at Le Golf National in Paris. Tommy Fleetwood and Francesco Molinari were at the heart of the European success, winning the maximum points when paired together during the […]

8 years ago

The figure being discussed is €30m per year. The Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (BAI) have recently completed a five-year funding review of Ireland’s two public service broadcasters, RTÉ and TG4. The intention of the review was to focus on the strategic challenges and opportunities facing the two broadcasters. The review resulted in the BAI recommending that RTÉ […]

8 years ago

Not surprisingly, there was quite a strong reaction. The Tralee Advertiser has apologised for printing a racist joke in last week’s edition of the paper. The joke appeared in the paper printed on Friday, 28 September and gathered quite a bit of negative attention online. The joke in question appeared in the ‘Its only a Joke’ […]

8 years ago

Six days from fight-night. This is box office stuff. We are now less than six days away from UFC 229, where Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov will go head-to-head in what is being billed as the biggest MMA fight of all time. The two will have a press conference in Las Vegas on Thursday, that has […]

8 years ago

The country believes that the issue needs addressing as soon as possible. Ireland’s national housing emergency is the country’s biggest concern ahead of the upcoming national budget. This is the sentiment expressed in a recent survey conducted by Taxback.com, which found that 50% of respondents believe measures to tackle the housing and homelessness crisis should […]

8 years ago

The Juventus striker plans to sue the German publication who were first to report the claims. Cristiano Ronaldo has denied claims that he raped an American woman a number of years ago. A report in Der Spiegel claims the incident took place in a Palms Place hotel room in Las Vegas in June 2009. In an Instagram […]

8 years ago

These lads need a reality TV show. Paul and Gary O’Donovan appeared on The Late Late Show on Friday night following their gold medal win at the World Rowing Championships. Tubridy asked the lads about their brilliant interview after their big win in Bulgaria, where the lads joked that they were out the night before. […]

8 years ago

We go again. Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor had a press conference for the ages last week. It had a bit of everything. It had a Russian history lesson given by a man from Crumlin, terrorism allegations, complete composure from Nurmagomedov (for the most part), and the words “the smell of shite off your da” finally […]

8 years ago

We bet you know a tea addict who this video reminds you of. Foil Arms and Hog have been on top form lately. Just last week we saw just how spot on they can be with their video perfectly describing that “smug cycling guy” in your office… This time their video shows two friends staging […]

8 years ago

Yep, you read that correctly. How much does it cost you to get the bus into town? About 2.85? And then the same again to get home? Well, imagine getting a ferry over to Liverpool or Scotland for less than that. No need to imagine, it’s genuinely happening! Stena Line are offering trips to the […]

8 years ago

Attackers have exploited a feature in Facebook’s code that allowed them to take over user accounts. Facebook, the most popular social network in the world has suffered a security breach that has affected up to 50 million users. The attack exploited a change made to Facebook’s video uploading feature in July 2017, which impacted the […]

8 years ago

It doesn’t give too much away, but that doesn’t mean we’re not gonna get excited over it. We’re very excited for Louis Theroux’s upcoming documentary series, and we’re sure you are too. His upcoming series entitled Dark States intends to explore the “unusual ways modern America deals with birth, love and death.” This doesn’t sound […]

8 years ago

What a nice thing to do. FIFA 19 is finally out and football fans everywhere are absolutely chuffed. If you weren’t blessed with a want of a right foot, or your fitness has gotten a bit worse over the years, you can always fall back on football video games like FIFA. And it’s actually a […]

8 years ago

Weezy is back. Lil Wayne will definitely go down as one of the best rappers of all time. His contribution to the rap game is up there with anyone’s, and he has also brought some of the best rappers of the modern era to the public eye. But one of few criticisms that people have […]

8 years ago

Before we play the new FIFA, there are some things we need to clarify. FIFA 19 has just been released, and we, along with millions of gamers around the world, are very happy about it. FIFA games always attract a buzz, but this game in particular feels different. There are loads of new modes that […]

8 years ago

Not too shabby… DCU students are a lucky bunch. They attend a college with a really nice campus, some great amenities, and perhaps the best chicken goujons of all time. NuBar is a nice spot with cheap drinks, and Shite Night is as iconic a cultural event as any in Dublin. But over the past […]

8 years ago

Big news in the world of sport. It has been confirmed today that Germany will host Euro 2024. Germany and Turkey were the only two candidates to stage the tournament, and the UEFA committee opted to vote for the former World Cup champions ahead of Turkey, who have never hosted a major tournament. They will […]

8 years ago

The ambulance service was called and attended the scene with the Fire Brigade. An incident occurred at a call centre in Mahon, Cork which resulted in two members of staff experiencing symptoms of skin irritation. This incident took place at approximately 11.30am two staff members in Abtran call centre. The ambulance service was called and […]

8 years ago

Really sad news. The creator of legendary TV shows such as Postman Pat and Rosie and Jim has passed away. John Cunliffe passed away in Ilkley, West Yorkshire on 20 September at the age of 85. The news was released in the Ilkley Gazette, who posted his obituary on Thursday. The death notice in the […]

8 years ago

They’re not here to take part, they’re here to take over. Eleven Sports have announced a new partnership with the UFC in the UK and Ireland. BT Sport will lose their affiliation with the mixed martial arts company by the end of the year, and Eleven Sports will be the only place that you can watch the […]

8 years ago

He was seen banging on the window in the airport trying to get the aircraft to wait. A man who was late for a Ryanair flight to Amsterdam was pinned down by staff at Dublin Airport as he tried to make his way towards the plane on Thursday morning. The man was seen breaking through […]

8 years ago

The figure in Dublin has increased by €130 since last year. According to the Residential Tenancies Board, the national standardised average rent is now €1,094, an increase of €77 per month since last year. The same report showed that average rent in Dublin is now €1,587, almost €500 more than the national average, and an increase of […]

8 years ago

And that really is saying something. It’s been a fairly normal week for Donald Trump. And when we say that, we mean it has been normal for Trump himself. In the minds of everyone else, he had what would be considered a wild week, even by the standards he has set. Take Tuesday night for […]

8 years ago

Mark down the date in your calendar. The Presidential ballot has been finalised, thus confirming the six candidates running in the upcoming election. Peter Casey, Sean Gallgher, Gavin Duffy, Joan Freeman, Liadh Ní Riada and current President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins will be on the ballot on 26 October. So over the course of the next […]

8 years ago

The President of Ireland has asked people for their vote. The Presidential ballot has been finalised, thus confirming the six candidates running in the upcoming election. Peter Casey, Sean Gallgher, Gavin Duffy, Joan Freeman, Liadh Ní Riada and current President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins will be on the ballot on 26 October. Following this news, President […]

8 years ago

Ever watched a movie and felt it was so bad that it was good? Well, then you might just be a genius. Have you ever been sitting down enjoying a movie and then realised, “wait a second, this is not a good movie”? But it doesn’t really bother you because you are enjoying the experience. […]

8 years ago

Tickets to the Zoo will be half-price every Saturday and Sunday between 29 September until 21 October 2018. Not too long ago, tickets went on sale for Dublin Zoo’s Wild Lights exhibit – an event that was widely praised last year. The offer only applies to single and family day tickets, and offers a half-price […]

8 years ago

This is great news for gamers. Have you ever got the same game as your friend, and wanted to play against them online? But often times, you’ll run into the issue of having a different console to your pal, and having to wait until you see them in person to see who’s the ultimate gamer? […]

8 years ago

We’re not sure if he’s a Rangers fan anymore though… Johnny Hayes may not be the most well-known Irish international player, but after this classy gesture, he might well be the soundest. Hayes is a Celtic player living in Glasgow, and he saw something a little unsettling while he was driving home last week. A […]

8 years ago

Free money? Sounds good to us. A “once-off” VHI online advantage offer – which policyholders originally had until the end of August to avail of – has been extended for another five days. Leading health insurance consultant, Dermot Goode of totalhealthcover, is calling on anyone who is a VHI health insurance member, whether it’s through a personal policy […]

8 years ago

He will play three nights in the Olympia. It has been almost three years since Gavin James released Bitter Pill, his debut album, and there is now a follow up on the way. If that wasn’t enough good news for fans of the Dublin man, he has also just announced three gigs in the Olympia […]

8 years ago

This is genuinely beautiful. Tributes have been pouring in for a 12-year-old Dublin boy who died last Friday. Kyle Finnegan from Tallaght was at his grandmother’s house when he collapsed and began to struggle to breathe. He passed away as a result of what is believed to be an asthma attack. A minute’s silence was […]

8 years ago