Have you ever wanted to own a double-decker bus? Well, now is your chance to make that very specific dream a reality as Dublin Bus has announced it has 25 of its old double-deckers up for sale. According to the bus service’s website, all vehicles will be sold in roadworthy condition and with tires included […]

5 years ago

Less than 85 people in Ireland are hospitalised with the virus. There have been 465 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Ireland. The figures released from the Department of Health on Thursday did not contain information regarding deaths related to Covid-19. The Department of Health’s statement said that the number of daily cases may also change […]

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“Millions of euros are invested in roads and cars every year and to what end?” Green Party Senator Pauline O’Reilly has criticised the Government for over-investing in cars and roads and has called for a “significant” shift to prioritise investment in family life instead. Her comments come following the publication of the ‘Report on Reducing […]

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We are still set for a pleasant Bank Holiday weekend and an even nicer next week. Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow thunderstorm warning for four counties in the west of Ireland over flooding fears. The warning is in effect now until 6pm on Thursday and applies to Clare, Galway, Limerick and Mayo. Met […]

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HIQA has advised NPHET to extend the period of presumptive immunity from Covid-19 from six to nine months post-infection. People’s immunity and protection from reinfection from Covid-19 lasts nine months after being infected with the virus, according to the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA). In a statement released on Wednesday, HIQA said it has […]

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It makes so much sense. KFC is launching its own take on the Irish classic, the chicken fillet roll, for a limited time only in Ireland. The chicken chain will be rolling out two variations on the KFC Chicken Fillet Roll from next week. The Original version will include KFC’s Original Recipe chicken, cheese, black […]

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What will you be watching? Feeling like you’ve watched everything on Netflix or Prime Video? Not to worry, as there are an eclectic bunch of movies airing on TV this evening. Here, JOE has selected tonight’s best options. Inception – Turner Classic Movies – 9pm Christopher Nolan’s modern sci-fi classic centres on a team of […]

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“Where I live in Strandhill, there’s so many bollards on the seafront, I’d say had the Nazis done it in France on D-Day, God knows what the outcome of the war would have been”. Fianna Fáil TD Marc MacSharry has criticised councils across Ireland for closing amenities after the public was told to have an […]

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“In order to protect the historic bandstand from any further damage, a decision was taken to erect fencing to protect the structure.” St Stephen’s Green’s popular Victorian Bandstand has been fenced off after damage from “vandalism and anti-social behaviour”. After images of the Dublin city park’s bandstand cordoned off from the public began circulating on […]

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Three prizes worth €1 million, €2.4 million and €6.4 million have yet to be claimed.  The National Lottery is appealing to players in Cork, Mayo and Westmeath to check their tickets carefully as the three latest Lotto millionaires have yet to come forward to collect their winnings. A Westmeath player won a Lotto jackpot of […]

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Discussion regarding the large gatherings which occurred in Dublin’s city centre on Saturday continues… Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Tony Holohan has described the large gatherings which occurred in Dublin’s city centre on Saturday as looking like “Jones’ Road on a day of an All-Ireland.” The CMO tweeted previously that he was “absolutely shocked” at […]

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25% of motorists have said there were times they may have been over the drink driving limit when driving the morning after a night out, according to new data. Gardaí have said they will have an increased presence on Irish roads this Bank Holiday weekend and have appealed to motorists not to drink and drive. […]

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The Lord Mayor has requested more bins and toilets to be made available in Dublin city. Lord Mayor of Dublin Hazel Chu has said there will be “more facilities in place” this Bank Holiday weekend in Dublin city. Her comments come amid ongoing discussion regarding large gatherings which occurred in Dublin’s City Centre on Saturday. […]

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Tonight’s offerings are an eclectic mix. Thankfully, the weather is still lovely and long may it last. That said, for those who want to relax on the sofa with a film after an evening spent catching some rays, there’s a couple of solid options on TV this evening. Below JOE has selected tonight’s best offerings. […]

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Consumers have been advised not to eat the affected batches. Aldi Ireland is recalling certain batches of its Roosters Breaded Chicken Goujons due to the presence of salmonella. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland issued a food safety alert on Tuesday, advising consumers not to eat the affected batches which originated in Ireland. People infected […]

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Arts organisation the NCFA said the move has the potential to be a “historic milestone for the arts in Ireland”. An “unprecedented” scheme that would guarantee a basic income for artists is to be piloted, according to Minister for the Arts Catherine Martin. The scheme was announced today as part of the Government’s recovery plan […]

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There are less than 90 people in hospital with Covid-19 throughout the country. There have been 337 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Ireland. The figures released from the Department of Health on Tuesday did not contain information regarding deaths related to Covid-19. The Department of Health’s statement said that the number of daily cases […]

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In certain areas of Ireland, you can book your test up to 24 hours in advance. The Health Service Executive (HSE) has launched a new online booking system for Covid-19 tests in three locations. From Tuesday, 1 June, a person can book a Covid-19 test online at the following test centres: Citywest Hotel Covid-19 Community […]

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The arrest was made in connection with a suspected invoice redirect fraud of over €12,000. A young person has been arrested in relation to possible ‘money mule’ offences in Cork. Gardaí in Fermoy arrested the juvenile as part of an ongoing investigation into possible money laundering. In a statement, a Garda spokesperson said: “It is […]

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Transport Minister Eamon Ryan described the plans as “really ambitious” and “very green”. The Government has announced plans for a new “metropolitan rail system” to be introduced in Cork. As part of a new National Recovery and Resilience Plan valued at just under €1 billion, around €500 million is planned to go towards advancing Ireland’s […]

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There’s plenty of great films airing on TV tonight. The weekend is here and the weather is lovely, which is fantastic. Even better is that those who have spent the day outside catching some rays will have an ample choice of movies airing on TV tonight to watch upon their return home. Below JOE has […]

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“It will be costly for international travel” The State will not be providing free PCR tests for people going away on international holidays, according to Minister of State for eGovernment Ossian Smyth. The Junior Minister was speaking after it was confirmed on Friday evening that, subject to the public health situation at the time, non-essential […]

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The number of people in hospital with the virus has fallen to 90. There have been 464 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Ireland. The figures released from the Department of Health on Saturday did not contain information regarding deaths related to Covid-19. The Department of Health’s statement said that the number of daily cases […]

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Two popular shows are back and there’s also a new true crime documentary and a new sports drama to stream. Yes, the weather is lovely and temperatures are set to hit up to 22 degrees this weekend. That said, people will always want more movies and TV shows to binge-watch in the comfort of their […]

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The Friends reunion was worth it just for this glorious meme. Unless you have been living under a rock, you are probably aware that the Friends Reunion episode aired in Ireland last Thursday and got a huge reaction. The general consensus seems to be mixed-to-positive. While audiences were less fond of the non-Friends-related celebrity guest […]

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The six-year-old’s message of virtual hugs has officially reached the White House. After capturing the hearts of the nation on The Late Late Toy Show last year, six-year-old Adam King has received a personalised letter from US President Joe Biden – alongside some gifts which are truly “out of this world”. In the letter, Biden […]

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The area has been closed at the request of Gardaí. Galway City Council has announced that a popular pier in the county will temporarily close due to “large crowds gathering” in recent days. At the request of Gardaí “in the context of ongoing Covid-19 restrictions”, Galway City Council has reinstated restrictions to the area known […]

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Here are all of the new (and classic) movies and shows we’ll be enjoying for the next 31 days. Movie lovers no doubt breathed a sigh of relief this Friday evening as the Government confirmed that cinemas in Ireland will be reopening on 7 June. That said, we will never not want more new (and […]

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One of the events will be an outdoor music festival in Phoenix Park where up to 3,500 can attend. A number of pilot music and sports events across Ireland will be allowed to host spectators in June, the Government has announced. It comes following Taoiseach Micheál Martin’s speech tonight, during which he confirmed the dates for […]

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A lot of changes are coming from next month. Taoiseach Micheál Martin has announced a number of changes to the current public health restrictions in place in Ireland. The changes will come into effect on a phased basis over the next few months and below is a full breakdown of what you can expect. 2 […]

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5 July is a date that is going to be marked on a lot of people’s calendars. The government has confirmed the dates for the return of international travel, the return of indoor dining and drinking in pubs and restaurants and the return of crowds to outdoor and sporting events. Taoiseach Micheál Martin confirmed the […]

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There are less than 100 people in hospital with Covid-19. There have been 467 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Ireland. The figures released from the Department of Health on Friday did not contain information regarding deaths related to Covid-19. The Department of Health’s statement said that the number of daily cases may also change […]

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It is hoped an examination of the remains and DNA analysis will help confirm the identity of the deceased. Gardaí have discovered skeletal remains in a car that was found off a pier in Cork on 26 May. The submerged car was discovered by divers near Hugh Coveney Pier in Crosshaven and Gardaí were notified. […]

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Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has said the EMA’s decision is “very good news”. The European Medicines Agency (EMA) has approved the use of the Pfizer/BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine in children aged between 12 to 15. It is the first Covid-19 vaccine to be approved for children in that age group in the European Union. The Pfizer […]

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At long last. The weekend is here. And what better way to kick it off than by letting the stresses of the week fade away as you watch one of these fine films airing on TV tonight. Below JOE has selected this evening’s best options. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey – Film Four – 9pm […]

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The Government is to release a plan tomorrow for what the next few months will look like in regards to Covid-19 measures. The National Public Health Emergency Team (NPHET) has recommended that cinemas can reopen on 7 June, before the return of indoor dining on 5 July, according to reports. The Cabinet sub-committee on Covid-19 […]

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This is one to add to your watch list. Netflix has made itself known in recent years for putting out a whole lot of engrossing and fascinating true crime documentaries. That looks set to continue with its new documentary film Nail Bomber: Manhunt, which dropped on the streaming service yesterday (26 May) and is already […]

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Thursday night viewing. Sad there’s still one more day until the weekend? Why not let one of these fine movies airing on TV tonight take your blues away. Below JOE has selected this evening’s best options. Inception – Turner Classic Movies – 9pm Arguably the best sci-fi film since The Matrix, this Christopher Nolan flick […]

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Ireland has seen a collapse in the number of deaths relating to Covid-19, according to the HSE CCO. There have been 436 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Ireland, as the HSE revealed the fallout of the recent cyber attack against the health service will likely cost at least €100 million. The figures released from […]

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For the last episode of the season, the talk show is turning its attention to the Olympics. With the 2020 Summer Olympics set to take place in Tokyo this July, a year later than scheduled, the Late Late’s final show of the season will see host Ryan Tubridy in conversation with previous Irish Olympic medallists […]

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The new Wi-Fi service will offer speeds of up to 500Mbps. Virgin Media has announced it will be rolling out a new, fast and free public Wi-Fi service to over 30 locations in Dublin. The move is part of WiFi4EU, a European initiative promoting free access to Wi-Fi connectivity for citizens in public spaces throughout […]

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Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary has called Transport Minister Eamon Ryan “ineffective and not up to the job”. Ryanair has called on the Government to announce an immediate rescue plan for the Irish aviation and tourism industry. In a statement, the airline said the industry is being “devastated by Government mismanagement of the post-Covid reopening, even […]

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Another blockbuster originally set for cinemas is heading to a streaming platform. While Chris Pratt did lend his voice to Pixar animation Onward, the leading man has not appeared in a film or TV since Avengers: Endgame in 2019. That’s set to change this July as he will be starring in new blockbuster The Tomorrow […]

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Two options tonight are all-time classics. Missing cinemas but feel you’ve watched everything Netflix has to offer? Not to worry, as there is some very good films airing on TV tonight. Here’s our pick of the evening’s best offerings. The Matrix – Turner Classic Movies – 9pm Simply one of the best and most mind-blowing […]

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Biden wants to know definitively “whether it emerged from human contact with an infected animal or from a laboratory accident”. US President Joe Biden has ordered US intelligence agencies to “redouble their efforts” in the investigation into Covid-19’s origins. In March of this year, the President tasked US intelligence agencies to prepare a report on […]

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The dark fantasy show has assembled a stacked cast. Upcoming Netflix series The Sandman has cast Irish actress Niamh Walsh in a major role. The dark fantasy show is based on Neil Gaiman’s popular comic book of the same name. The plot synopsis from Netflix reads: “The Sandman follows the people and places affected by […]

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There are less than 100 people in hospital with Covid-19. There have been 448 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Ireland. The figures released from the Department of Health on Wednesday did not contain information regarding deaths related to Covid-19. The Department of Health’s statement said that the number of daily cases may also change […]

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The VFI Chief Executive has said the limit is “not practical” for pubs and restaurants. Chief Executive of the Vintners Federation of Ireland (VFI) Pádraig Cribben has said the organisation is hoping that the 105-minute time limit on certain indoor diners and drinkers will be “significantly changed” by the time all outlets return for indoor […]

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MGM’s exciting upcoming movies include the long-delayed Bond film No Time to Die. Amazon has announced it will be acquiring film production and distribution studio MGM for a purchase price of $8.45 billion. The deal is being seen as a major move by Amazon in terms of its ambition as a streaming service as MGM […]

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Gardaí have said the incident has been resolved safely. Two Gardaí have been shot following an incident in Blanchardstown in Dublin. In a statement, a Garda spokesperson revealed the two Gardaí are currently being treated at Connolly Memorial Hospital for non-life threatening gunshot wounds. One Gardaí was shot in the hand and the other was […]

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