Very sad news. A teenage driver has died after a road crash in Monaghan in the early hours of Wednesday (20 September). Gardaí attended the scene of the collision which occurred in Carrickaderry in Clontibret at around 1.30am and involved one vehicle. The male driver of the car, aged 17 years, was pronounced deceased at […]

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Cash will remain king. Irish public bodies are to be notified that they must continue to accept cash when dealing with consumers, according to a new report. This comes after the NCT (National Car Test) was forced to make a u-turn after they sparked controversy with their plans to go cashless. Last month, the motor […]

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The streamer has also revealed when the documentary on Beckham will be released. Netflix has released the first trailer for its upcoming documentary series all about former footballer David Beckham. Titled Beckham, the show will arrive on the streaming service next month and promises to tell the “inside story of a global football star and […]

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The jerseys came from none other than Harry Kane. Actor, comedian and presenter Patrick Kielty has joked about barbecuing England football jerseys that were gifted to his two children. The comments come during a major month for Kielty, which has already seen him make his rapturously received debut as host of The Late Late Show. […]

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Tragic news. An Irish student has passed away after a kayaking accident in the United States at the weekend. Originally from Dublin, Ella Mills died on Sunday (17 September) following the incident on the Potomac River near Washington D.C. According to The Washington Post, the accident occurred when Ella’s kayak turned over and her gear became […]

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Sharon Ní Bheoláin has stepped down from the programme after five and a half years. RTÉ’s Crimecall will return for its 20th season this month with a new presenter hosting the programme. The broadcaster has announced that Sharon Ní Bheoláin is stepping down from the series and will be succeeded by Carla O’Brien. A monthly […]

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RTÉ have released the viewing figures for Kielty’s first episode at the helm of the Late Late. Patrick Kielty’s debut last Friday night hosting the Late Late was a rapturous success, with the Northern Irish comedian managing to win over audiences – and the RTÉ Director General – with his enthusiasm, interviewing skills and sharp […]

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It is reported that a penknife was used in the attack and that the victim suffered wounds to the abdomen and neck. A man was stabbed seven times at Dublin Airport at the weekend, according to reports. In a statement on Sunday (17 September), Gardaí said they were investigating a public order incident that occurred […]

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Is your county impacted? Met Éireann has issued several new weather warnings over “heavy rain” and “very strong winds”. This is as Ireland is set to hit by the tail end of Hurricane Lee, which Weather Alerts Ireland states is expected to “push in on Tuesday, bringing wet and windy conditions”. The biggest of the […]

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It stars two Oscar winners. Looking for a good movie to watch tonight to defeat those Monday blues? Well, we’ve selected the best films airing on telly this evening for your perusal below. Mad Max 2 – ITV4 – 9pm This action classic is widely considered the best of the Mad Max original trilogy starring […]

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The pay for the job position raised eyebrows last week. RTÉ is no longer looking to hire a Fair City photographer on a €60,000 a year contract. The broadcaster had been inviting submissions as part of a public tender process for the position, which would have required the successful applicant to provide official stills photography […]

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The movie was a big hit upon release and received a prequel just last year. One of 2023’s best thriller movies is now available to stream at home, but if you’re looking for more films to watch, here are the ones airing on telly this Saturday night (16 September), starting with: Orphan – AMC UK […]

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No, it isn’t about the beach hole. Netflix is releasing a new documentary series this month titled Encounters, which is all about a topic that gripped the world of news in the past week – “otherwordly phenomena” After all, the last seven days saw the bodies of alleged ‘aliens’ being presented during a congressional hearing in […]

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The new Late Late host became visibly emotional when discussing the topic. It is safe to say that Patrick Kielty’s debut as Late Late host was a rousing success, managing to win over audiences – and the RTÉ Director General – with his enthusiasm, interviewing skills and sharp wit. Indeed, one of the most emotional […]

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Kielty himself quipped during his Late Late hosting debut that RTÉ executives might not be pleased with his jokes. RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst has responded to the numerous jokes Patrick Kielty made on the Late Late about the broadcaster’s secret payments scandal. The comedian made his debut presenting the long-running talk show, with the […]

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Made by a legendary director, some have said it is his best movie in years. Knock at the Cabin, one of the best thrillers of 2023 so far, is now available to stream in Ireland and the UK. An adaptation of an acclaimed novel by Paul Tremblay, the movie is the latest from legendary director […]

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If you missed tickets to the first show, you are in luck… The Wolfe Tones have announced a second 60th anniversary concert at Dublin’s 3Arena. The Irish rebel band – who have been in the news a lot lately thanks to the lyrics of one of their biggest hits – were initially set to play […]

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The Ryanair CEO does not appear to be a fan of Joe Duffy. Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has weighed in on the recent controversies surrounding RTÉ, revealing which of its shows he would scrap if he was in charge of the broadcaster. The recently pied in the face O’Leary does not appear to be much […]

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We imagine a talking point from the trailer will be its lack of Amber Heard… The first trailer for the sequel to the billion dollar grossing DC superhero flick Aquaman has hit the web. Titled Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, the movie will see the return of Arthur Curry aka Aquaman (Jason Momoa) who has […]

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Have you found this location nestled in the heart of Dublin city relaxing? One of Dublin’s most iconic spots, St Stephen’s Green, has been named one of the top 10 most relaxing places in the world. The south Dublin public park made the list compiled by SpaSeekers, with the travel agency aiming to uncover the […]

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Do you know your Hercule Poirot from your Benoit Blanc? A Haunting in Venice, the third movie in Kenneth Branagh’s Hercule Poirot mystery movie series, is in cinemas Friday, 15 September. Based on the novel Hallowe’en Party, the film is earning the best reviews of the trilogy – with JOE’s entertainment editor Rory Cashin saying […]

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It is just one of several planned timetable changes for later in the year. Irish Rail has proposed the introduction of a new morning train service from Dublin to Cork. In conjunction with the National Transport Authority, Irish Rail is planning to implement several alterations to its timetable from 10 December 2023. The company has […]

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Rain rain, go away. 10 counties have been issued with a Status Yellow warning by Met Éireann for “persistent rainfall” and possible “flooding”. Set to be valid from 6pm on Thursday (14 September) until 6am on Friday, the rain alert applies to the counties of Carlow, Kilkenny, Laois and Wexford, as well as the province […]

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‘The steep fall in the licence fee’ was cited as one of the reasons for the move. RTÉ Director General Kevin Bakhurst has announced that all discretionary spending at the broadcaster will be stopped. The news comes as Bakhurst and several other members of the RTÉ Board will be quizzed by the Oireachtas Committee on […]

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One of TV’s most iconic characters ever will be gracing the big screen. A movie based on the classic crime drama series Murder, She Wrote is in the works, according to reports. The original show ran for 264 episodes over 12 seasons from 1984 to 1996. It centred around Jessica Fletcher (played by Angela Lansbury), […]

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Talk about an offer you can’t refuse! The Godfather Trilogy, one of the – if not the – best trilogies ever, is available to stream all in one place in Ireland and the UK for free. First released in 1972, before going on to become the highest-grossing movie of that year and win several Oscars, the […]

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Based on an Edgar Allan Poe story, the show looks like Succession if it was a horror. Netflix has unveiled the first trailer for The Fall of the House of Usher, its new horror series from Mike Flanagan – the creator of The Haunting of Hill House and Midnight Mass. Based on an Edgar Allan Poe […]

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In a new interview, the Tánaiste has weighed in on the recent debate surrounding the Wolfe Tones. Tánaiste Micheál Martin has said that songs like ‘Celtic Symphony’ have a “simplistic narrative” that is “hurtful to victims of violence”. He made the comments in an interview with Newstalk Breakfast on Tuesday (12 September) ahead of a […]

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Gardaí have said when they expect the technology to be implemented for its officers. An Garda Síochána has revealed new details regarding the planned implementation of body worn cameras (BWCs) for its officers, including when they will be first piloted. BWCs refer to a small lightweight cameras, which will be visibly worn by Gardaí to […]

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Aspiring actors will have a chance to learn from one of the very best. Succession star Brian Cox is the latest celebrity to be recruited to teach a course on the online education platform BBC Maestro. BBC Maestro sees an “eclectic mix of prestigious experts” offering extended and in-depth lessons filmed in 4K that viewers […]

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Tragic news. One person has died after a fire on Capel Street in Dublin city centre. Gardaí and the Dublin Fire Brigade attended the scene of the blaze at 44 Capel Street at around 4.30pm on Monday (11 September). “Five fire engines and a turntable ladder are now on scene,” a Dublin Fire Brigade spokesperson […]

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Met Éireann has also said there will be “surface water flooding”. Earlier on Saturday (9 September), JOE wrote about Ireland’s current Indian summer being set to come to an abrupt end, something which has been further cemented by Met Éireann’s latest weather warnings. The Irish meteorological service has published four new Status Yellow thunderstorm warnings […]

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Gardaí and emergency services are at the scene of the incident. Two men have been injured after a train struck a car in Mayo, according to reports. In a statement on Saturday evening, Gardaí said that its officers and emergency services were currently at the scene of an incident involving a train and a vehicle […]

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Executive produced by Guillermo del Toro, the movie stars two Oscar winners. One of this year’s best horror movies is now available to stream in Ireland. However, if that is not for you, here are the films airing on TV this Saturday night. White House Down – Film4 – 9pm Channing Tatum and Jamie Foxx […]

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In a new interview, Kielty spoke in depth about what makes the Late Late so special and “uniquely Irish”. Patrick Kielty has got a very busy month ahead of him, with September to see both his first movie arriving in cinemas and his debut as the presenter of the Late Late. Kielty’s first episode succeeding […]

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True to form, the first look at the film – which has been compared to Goodfellas – shows Hardy doing another distinct accent. Tom Hardy has returned to the big screen after two years with The Bikeriders, which recently had its world premiere and has just released a first trailer online. His first movie since […]

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Or should we say scream at home. Scream VI, one of the best horror movies of 2023 so far, is now available to stream at home in Ireland and the UK. The slasher sequel, which has been added to Now Cinema and Sky Cinema, follows the survivors of the ‘Woodsboro legacy murders’ that occurred in […]

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Gardaí have launched a witness appeal. A man is in critical condition after a hit-and-run in Waterford city. At around 11.45am on Friday (8 September), a male pedestrian in his 40s was struck by a car at the junction of The Glen and Ballybricken. Gardaí say that the vehicle then failed to remain at the […]

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Its launch has been described as a “historic day” for TG4 and the Irish language. A new TV channel from Irish language network TG4 has been launched in Ireland. Titled Cúla4, it is aimed at 0-12 year olds and has been described as being the “first ever dedicated Irish language children’s channel”. According to TG4, […]

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This one is for all the romantics at heart. Romantic drama Past Lives, one of the best movies of the year so far, is out in Irish cinemas now. In a review published earlier this week, JOE’s entertainment editor Rory Cashin called it profoundly relatable, a “uniquely gorgeous, sumptuously told story” and a “modern masterpiece”. […]

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It has a 90% Rotten Tomatoes score. Disney+ has just added a new season of one of the best shows of the 21st century. However, if that is not for you, here are the movies airing on TV tonight that you can watch to kick off your weekend in style. Mission: Impossible 2 – E4 […]

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35 people chosen for the list in previous years have gone on to be nominated for or win Oscars. Irish actress Alison Oliver has been named as one of Variety’s “10 actors to watch for 2023”. Since 1998, the entertainment magazine has honoured rising stars through its list, which aims to herald “artists who are experiencing […]

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Even better, the new season is earning great reviews. Justified, widely considered as being among the best shows of the 21st century, has just released a new sequel season on Disney+ in Ireland and the UK. The original six seasons of Justified are based on the writings of the legendary Elmore Leonard (previously adapted onscreen […]

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The Taoiseach made the comments when asked about the Wolfe Tones’ recent success. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said he believes that Ireland is “on the path to unification” and that there will be a united Ireland in his lifetime. The Taoiseach made the comments on RTÉ’s News at One on Thursday (7 September) after he […]

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The Oscar winner was a huge influence on Quentin Tarantino’s Inglourious Basterds, as well as the Suicide Squad films. Netflix have added one of the best revenge movies and the final season of one of the best crime drama shows of recent years to its library. However, if these aren’t for you for whatever reason, […]

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People in these counties can expect “frequent lightning”. Met Éireann has issued a new thunderstorm warning for seven counties as Ireland’s current spell of “very warm and humid weather” continues. Valid until 6pm on Thursday (7 September), the Status Yellow alert is currently in effect and applies to Cavan, Longford, Louth, Meath, Monaghan, Offaly and […]

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It is reported that the young man had only moved to America weeks before his death. An Irish man has died in the United States after reportedly suffering a fall. Evan Reynolds, 25, passed away in Dallas in Texas on Friday, 1 September. As reported in various outlets, the young man is believed to have […]

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An Garda Síochána are assisting the Cork County Coroner with its investigation into the deaths. Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance with the investigation into the deaths of two men during an Ironman event in Youghal, Cork last month. Brendan Wall, 44, and Ivan Chittenden, 64, passed away in separate incidents while taking […]

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The movie boasts a cast filled with Irish screen legends. The first trailer for the Liam Neeson-led Ireland-set action thriller In the Land of Saints and Sinners has been released. In the movie, Neeson plays a newly-retired assassin in a remote Irish village who finds himself drawn into a lethal game of cat and mouse […]

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The death comes in the wake of several road fatalities in recent weeks in Ireland. A 16-year-old boy has passed away after falling from a tractor in Galway. In a statement, a Garda spokesperson said that the road traffic incident occurred at Sylane in Tuam at around 7.40pm on Wednesday, 30 August. The teen was […]

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