Fans of Colin Farrell and horror movies should do well here. Do you like movie quizzes? If you answered yes, congratulations because we’ve another edition of The Big Reviewski JOE Movie Quiz set up for you below. As usual, there are three rounds, with the first testing players’ general cinematic knowledge. Then, as next week […]

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Multiple people who worked on the movie have already won Oscars. The first trailer hit the web this week for Empire of Light, a new movie that looks set to be a future Oscar contender. Written and directed by Sam Mendes (1917, American Beauty, Skyfall), specific plot details for the romantic drama are being kept […]

3 years ago

He appeared in 146 episodes of the popular soap. EastEnders star Ashvin Luximon has passed away at the age of 38. The actor, who played schoolboy Asif Malik on the popular soap, died unexpectedly from an aneurysm on 23 July, his family revealed. Ashvin appeared in EastEnders from 1999 to 2003 for 146 episodes. In […]

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It won two Oscars and went on to inspire a great TV series. Saturday has finally arrived and with it, more time to watch movies and shows. In keeping with that, JOE recommended some things people can watch over the weekend in the clip below. Superheroes, BFFs and mind-bending comedies are all on the menu […]

3 years ago

The passenger in the car involved was seriously injured. Two men have been injured after a serious single-vehicle road crash in Meath. The collision occurred at around 1.55am on Saturday (27 August) in the Bunboggan area of Athboy. A male passenger in the car involved was taken to the Midland Regional Hospital in Mullingar to […]

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They overtook the previous record from October 2019. The number of homeless people in Ireland in July was 10,568, a new record high for the State. This is an increase on June’s figure of 10,492, as well as the previous record for the country of 10,514 in October 2019. According to data released on the […]

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The move follows a similar announcement made by pub chain Wetherspoons in recent weeks. Thai food restaurant and takeaway chain Camile has announced a range of lower-cost meal deals. Available on the Camile app with offers starting from €4.99, the chain said that the changes were made to help its customers impacted by the rising […]

3 years ago

“The world must understand what a threat this is.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has claimed that Russia has put Europe “one step away from a radiation disaster” due to an incident at Ukraine’s largest power plant. In a Telegram post, Zelensky stated that the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Station – which has been under Russian control […]

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The man is aged in his 50s. Gardaí at the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau (GNECB) have arrested a Leinster-based solicitor in connection with an investigation into theft and false accounting. In a statement, a Garda spokesperson said that – after a complaint by the Law Society – GNECB commenced an investigation into the solicitor […]

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Gardaí have been investigating fraudulent sim swap attacks targeting customers of an Irish commercial bank. A man has been arrested in Dublin as part of an ongoing Garda investigation into sim swapping, account takeover and money laundering. In a sim swap, a fraudster convinces the phone provider of a potential victim – having gained information […]

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The cult flick was directed by John Carpenter of Halloween and The Thing fame. Looking for something to do this Thursday night? May we suggest passing the time with a good movie? In keeping with that, here are the films airing on telly this evening. Christine – Sky Sci-Fi – 9pm Our pick for tonight, […]

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The changes are coming very soon. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has said it will be mandatory for taxis to accept credit and debit card payments from next Thursday, 1 September. Also, on that date, fares for taxis will increase by an average of 12%. Appearing on RTÉ News at One, the NTA’s Director of […]

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He will present a show about the “diverging paths” taken by Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael in the post-civil war landscape. RTÉ has announced that Sean O’Rourke will be returning to the national broadcaster to host a radio show two years after the controversy surrounding Golfgate. O’Rourke will present Two Tribes, a programme that will […]

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Investigations are said to be ongoing. Gardaí have launched an investigation into an alleged assault in Kerry. A Garda spokesperson told JOE that the alleged incident is reported to have occurred in Tralee Town Park in Tralee on Wednesday (24 August). The town was very busy on Tuesday night as it was the last night […]

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It does for roommates what Jaws did for sharks. We’re at that midpoint once again in the week when the weekend feels so near but yet so far. However, as the saying goes, time flies when you’re having fun and to do that, you can watch a movie tonight. Here’s what is on the box […]

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Tragic news. A man has died following a workplace accident that occurred in Offaly in the early hours of Wednesday (24 August). Gardaí have said that the man in his 70s was fatally injured when a tractor overturned on private farmland in the Tinamuck area of Clara. He was discovered deceased shortly before 5am and the […]

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The Transport Minister said that Troy’s errors “undermine confidence in the political system”. Robert Troy has issued a new statement as Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has called for two investigations relating to the recent controversy surrounding the Minister of State. On Tuesday (23 August), Troy issued another apology for “omissions and errors” he made when […]

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Gardaí confirmed a male youth was arrested in relation to the incident. A male youth is being detained at Longford Garda Station following an assault at the building that left a Garda hospitalised. In a statement to JOE, a Garda spokesperson said that an investigation has been launched following an incident of assault that occurred […]

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It went on to spawn four sequels. Looking for something to watch this Tuesday evening? Well, Amazon Prime Video has just added 19 big movies to its library. However, if none of these are for you, here are the films on the telly tonight. First Blood – ITV4 – 9pm In our pick for tonight, […]

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Have you had a drink at any of these spots? In the face of heated competition from 500 entries, Dublin venue Bar 1661 has been crowned Ireland’s Bar of the Year for 2022. Now in its 17th year, the Bar of the Year Awards took place on Monday (22 August) to recognise “the excellent bars, […]

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It would be nearly 110 metres in height. A planning application has been lodged with Dublin City Council to develop what would be the capital’s tallest building. The submission was made by the company Ventaway, with the development proposed to take place on the site of the former City Arts Centre at City Quay. This […]

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“I thought I had got it right but I didn’t. I acknowledge that.” Minister of State has said he is “embarrassed” that he got it “so wrong” while speaking out about the recent controversy he has become embroiled in. Last Thursday, the Fianna Fáil politician issued an apology for “omissions and errors” he made when declaring […]

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Part of the content the new channel will offer includes weekly NFL American Football coverage. Virgin Media Television has announced it will be launching a new free-to-air TV channel on Wednesday (24 August). Titled Virgin Media Four, it is described as a “general entertainment channel” and will offer a “mixture of home-produced and top international […]

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If you get 10/15, you’re a certified cinema lover. The Big Reviewski JOE Movie Quiz is back for another week, baby! And as usual, there are three rounds. The first tests players’ general cinematic knowledge. Up next is a round all about comedies because who doesn’t love to laugh. And then to conclude, we quiz […]

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The ’90s movie stars Matthew McConaughey, Samuel L. Jackson and Sandra Bullock. The weekend is here which means more time to watch movies and shows. In keeping with that, JOE recommended a few series to seek out over the coming days in the video below. Irish murder-mysteries, missing celebrities and arguably the biggest show of […]

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The man was in his 60s. A man has died following a road crash in Kildare on Saturday (20 August). At around 8.15am, Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to the collision involving a pedal cyclist and an articulated tractor unit on the Millicent Road in Clane. The pedal cyclist, a man in his 60s, […]

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The incident is believed to have begun in a fast food outlet in Temple Bar Square. A man was left seriously injured after being assaulted by multiple men in the Temple Bar area of Dublin city. In a statement, a Garda spokesperson said the incident occurred at around 9.50pm on Friday (19 August) on Fownes […]

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A further 22 people are also said to have been injured. At least 16 people have died and 22 more have been injured following a collision in Turkey involving an ambulance and bus, according to reports. Hürriyet Daily News said that a passenger bus hit an ambulance, a fire truck and an outside broadcast vehicle […]

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Fans of the horror genre will definitely want to check out this anthology show. Though it’s only August, Netflix has already begun giving viewers a peek at some of its new and spooky originals it will be releasing ahead of this year’s Halloween. One of these is Cabinet of Curiosities, an eight-episode horror anthology series […]

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Investigations into the discovery are ongoing. Army bomb disposal experts were called to a property in Dublin on Friday (19 August) after a “suspicious device” was found. In a statement, Gardaí said that during the afternoon they attended to an incident at a property in Finglas in Dublin 11. A spokesperson stated that after a […]

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Gardaí are appealing for anyone aware of a vehicle with unexplained damage in Cavan to come forward. Gardaí are investigating a fatal hit-and-run incident involving a male pedestrian that occurred in Cavan. Shortly after 12pm on Friday (19 August), the body of a man in his 50s was discovered by a road user along the […]

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An image of the two Irish people arrested was also released. Two Irish people have been arrested in the US in relation to a “maritime smuggling event”, with federal agents also seizing a gun and $32,000. Chief Patrol Agent Walter N. Slosar, who is in charge of the US Border Patrol’s Miami sector, revealed on […]

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It is said that these bugs “could effectively give attackers full access” to someone’s device. Apple has issued two security updates in which it warns of serious “vulnerabilities” with some of its products. The alerts were for the following devices: iPhone 6s and later, iPad Pro (all models), iPad Air 2 and later, iPad 5th […]

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A 44-year-old man will appear in court on Friday. A man has been charged with the murder of 87-year-old Irish man Thomas O’Halloran in London. 44-year-old Lee Byer, of Allenby Avenue UB12, will appear at Willesden Magistrates’ Court on Friday (19 August) over the death of Mr O’Halloran, who was stabbed in the Greenford area […]

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This is not one for those who hate heights. On the hunt for something to watch tonight? Well, why not check out a movie on telly this evening? Here are your options this Thursday, 18 August. Cliffhanger – ITV 4 – 9pm In our pick for tonight, a former mountain climber and rescue ranger (Sylvester […]

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The landmark trial will take place at the music festival next month. The HSE has announced it will run a trial at this year’s Electric Picnic whereby illegal drugs will be analysed at the event. In partnership with the Department of Health and the Department of Tourism and Culture, the health service said the scheme […]

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Be careful. A deer has reportedly been spotted on the road between the M11 and the M50 as drivers in the area have been urged to take care. On Thursday morning (18 August), the TII Motorway Traffic Control Centre issued an alert on Twitter stating that there were animals on the road on the M50 […]

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Thomas O’Halloran, 87, was stabbed to death while riding his mobility scooter. Police investigating the murder of Thomas O’Halloran, an elderly Irish man who lived in London, have made an arrest. The 44-year-old man was arrested at an address in Southall in the early hours of Thursday (18 August) on suspicion of murder and remains […]

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“Forget about it.” It is Wednesday, which means the weekend is still quite a bit away. That said, you can always try to make the time fly quicker by watching a good movie. On that note, here are the films airing on TV tonight. Donnie Brasco – Great! Movies Classic – 9pm Our pick for […]

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“Someone said that we cleaned up and we did.” A group of Galway City Council street cleaners has collected a Lotto jackpot prize worth €5,541,001. The ten-man syndicate was formed almost 25 years ago, with the winning numbers chosen for the draw on Wednesday, 3 August individual to all the members. “The lads thought about […]

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Around 600 people will be offered a vaccine in this first phase of the pre-exposure vaccination programme. Some people at high risk of contracting monkeypox will be offered a vaccine against the disease in the coming weeks. This is as the HSE is now widening its monkeypox vaccination process following the most recent National Immunisation […]

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There are nearly 6,000 affected products in the Republic of Ireland. Dunnes Stores is carrying out a recall of various children’s pyjama products due to the risk of suffocation. A Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) statement says that the recall applies to Digger, Dino, Mermaid and Unicorn short-sleeved pyjama sets for young children aged […]

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It is to comprise of five new neighbourhoods based around the “15-minute city principle”. Plans have been announced for a new car-free town to be built at the western edge of Dublin city. A joint initiative between Dublin City Council (DCC) and South Dublin County Council (SDCC), the City Edge Project is set to cover […]

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Gardaí are appealing for witnesses to the two-car collision. A woman has died and four others have been injured following a road crash in Mayo on Monday (15 August). At around 5.50pm, Gardaí and emergency services were alerted to a collision involving two cars on the N17 at Cloonturk in Kilkelly. Three women and two […]

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The officer is due to appear in court. An off-duty Garda was arrested at the weekend in Tipperary on suspicion of drink driving. An Garda Síochána confirmed the incident in a statement to JOE following a report in the Irish Mirror. Sources told the paper that the off-duty Garda was stopped at a mandatory checkpoint […]

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The man was in his 70s. The body of a man has been found in the water off the coast of Donegal. Gardaí are investigating all the circumstances of the discovery, which was made at Bunagee Pier in Culdaff at around 11.15am on Sunday (14 August). The man was in his 70s and his body […]

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The movie also features Harvey Keitel, Ray Liotta, Robert De Niro and a whole bunch of Sopranos cast members. If you were to ask a group of movie lovers what their favourite Sylvester Stallone films were, most would probably say the Rocky and Rambo franchises, with others maybe sticking up for Cliffhanger, Demolition Man or […]

3 years ago

You can’t handle the quiz. Yup, it’s that time of the week when we present you with another edition of The Big Reviewski JOE Movie Quiz. As usual, there are three rounds comprising together of 15 questions. The first tests your general cinematic knowledge. That is before a round on the movies of writer-director Jordan […]

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It’s from Irish filmmaker Neil Jordan and was partly shot in Dublin. Once again Saturday is upon us, meaning more time to watch movies and shows. In keeping with that, JOE recommended a few particular things to check out over the coming weekend in the video below. Real-life horror, new Love Island & the 25th […]

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Starring Woody Harrelson, the dark comedy took home the top prize at this year’s Cannes Film Festival. A first trailer has hit the web for Triangle of Sadness, the movie which won the top award at this year’s Cannes Film Festival and could be a future Oscar nominee. Written and directed by Swedish filmmaker Ruben […]

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