323 patients in Ireland are hospitalised with the virus. There have been 2,051 new cases of Covid-19 reported in Ireland. The Department of Health said on Wednesday there has been a total of 5,092 deaths related to Covid-19 notified in the country. It also stated that the number of daily cases may change due to […]

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Do you know anyone who would be interested? The long-running sitcom It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is shooting in Ireland this weekend and is on an “urgent” search for a double for its star Danny DeVito. According to Irish site MovieExtras.ie, the US series will be filming this Sunday, 29 August in Dublin. As part […]

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The movie earned its writer-director Jordan Peele an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. Have you got a case of the hump day blues? Not to worry as you can have a nice evening chilling on the sofa with one of these fine movies airing on TV this evening. Get Out – Film Four – 9pm […]

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MCD had said it wanted an answer from the council by “close of business today”. Update: 3.20pm, 25 August. Laois County Council has said it will not reconsider its refusal earlier in the month to grant Electric Picnic a licence to take place in September. A statement from the council issued on Wednesday afternoon reads: […]

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The incident has been reported to Gardaí and the Irish Aviation Authority. Dublin-based Coast Guard helicopter R116 has reported being targeted by a “very high intensity” laser during a rescue operation on Sunday night. A spokesperson for the Irish Coast Guard told JOE the laser incident occurred after the helicopter had been tasked by the […]

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It features Tom Hardy, as well as James Gandolfini in his final film role. In the mood to watch something this Tuesday night? Why not check out one of these offerings airing on TV this evening. The Shallows – E4 – 9pm A mere 200 yards from shore, surfer Nancy (Blake Lively) is attacked by […]

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“Change the decision Laois County Council and let’s have the Picnic.” The Managing Director of Festival Republic, which runs Electric Picnic, has called for Laois County Council to “immediately reverse” the decision it took earlier this month to refuse the event’s license. Festival Republic’s Melvin Benn issued the plea following comments made by Chief Medical […]

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He is considered to have been one of the greatest drummers of all time. Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts has died at the age of 80. The English musician joined the rockers in 1963 and was the only Rolling Stones member other than singer Mick Jagger or guitarist Keith Richards to have been featured on […]

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“As an individual who is not vaccinated, this is really not a place for you to be.” Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony Holohan has urged unvaccinated people to avoid the All-Ireland Football Final and other large events. Speaking during a briefing on Tuesday, the CMO said that due to “very significant levels of disease in […]

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It comes as an announcement of the end of traffic-free weekends on Capel Street and Parliament Street was met with strong criticism. Updated: 5pm, 24 August Dublin City Council confirmed on Tuesday that the traffic-free initiative on Capel Street and Parliament Street would be extended by four weeks and will now conclude on 26 September. […]

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One road has been made “impassable” and a number of shops and restaurants have had to temporarily close. There have been reports of “severe flooding” in parts of south Dublin on Saturday afternoon as a Status Yellow thunderstorm warning remains in place for most of the country. In a statement on Twitter, Gardaí said that […]

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The arrested man is due to appear in court this evening. A man has been arrested after a shop owner was assaulted with a glass bottle during an attempted robbery in Limerick. Gardaí in Roxboro Road were alerted to the incident that occurred at a business premises on St. Nessan’s Road at around 5pm on […]

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54 patients are in intensive care with the virus. There have been 2,125 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 may also change due […]

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In fact, a lot of brilliant movies are airing on television this evening for film lovers. The weekend is among us. As such, why not kick back on the sofa with one of these fine flicks on TV this evening. Fighting with My Family – Channel 4 – 9pm This biographical sports comedy-drama depicts the […]

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The weekend has gotten off to a great start for two lucky players. Two EuroMillions players in Dublin and Waterford have won €1,005,000 each as the National Lottery’s special Ireland-only raffle event came to a close on Friday night. The draw was the fourth and final of the Ireland-only raffle event that guaranteed to make […]

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Scattered heavy showers and thundery downpours could bring the risk of flooding. Met Éireann has updated the Status Yellow thunderstorm warning it issued on Friday, with the warning currently in effect for 18 counties. The weather forecaster made the update on Saturday morning, with the warning valid from midday to 8pm. It applies to all […]

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Paul Reid said that adults who decide not to get vaccinated against Covid-19 put themselves and others at “much higher risk”. The HSE has urged the public not to dismiss public health advice as further walk-in Covid-19 vaccination clinics will be open this weekend. On Saturday morning, HSE CEO Paul Reid took to Twitter to […]

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Gardaí are appealing for any witnesses to the crash to come forward. A man in his 20s has died in a single-vehicle road crash in Limerick. The collision occurred on the R518 Askeaton to Rathkeale Road at around 1.00am on Saturday morning. The man in his 20s who died was a passenger in the vehicle […]

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A file will be prepared for the DPP. Two men arrested as part of the investigation into the discovery of a woman’s body in Mayo last month have been released without charge. The body of the woman, who was aged in her early 40s, was found at an apartment on Castlebar Street in Westport on […]

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While a bad day for the actor, it makes for a very entertaining read. We’ve all had those workdays where everything seems to go wrong. It could be that work is hectic and you are overwhelmed. It might be that you are less prepared for the challenges the day brings than you thought. Perhaps, you […]

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An unrecognisable Nicole Kidman stars as a former undercover cop seeking revenge. Finally, the weekend is here. And for those who want to kick back on the sofa tonight with a good movie, we’ve got just the thing… Here’s a list of the best films airing on TV this evening. Gold – RTÉ Two – […]

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The CMO has called today’s figures “concerning”. There have been 2,098 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 due to future […]

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Fraudsters are using the Covid-19 pandemic to defraud people, Gardaí have warned. Gardaí have warned the public of a recent scam where people are receiving texts purporting to be from the HSE advising them to book a Covid-19 test or vaccine appointment through a link in the message. Once the person clicks on the link, […]

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There has been an increase in road deaths this year compared to 2020. Gardaí and the Road Safety Authority (RSA) have issued an urgent appeal to people to take greater care on roads following the deaths of six road users in the last 24 hours. Earlier on Friday, JOE reported that four people were killed […]

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Oisin is looking for a sporty girl who will play GAA with him. A young man from Belfast has been ranked as one of Tinder’s seven most successful UK singles. According to the dating app, 19-year-old university student and lifeguard Oisin is one of seven singles who have been turning heads this summer on Tinder’s […]

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The Department of Foreign Affairs also said there are a small number of Irish citizens who currently plan to stay in Afghanistan. Three more Irish citizens have been evacuated from Afghanistan as 35 who want to leave remain in the country, the Department of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Friday. It comes after Foreign Affairs Minister […]

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The body of the woman was found at an apartment in Westport last month. Gardaí investigating the discovery of a woman’s body in Mayo have arrested two men. The body of the woman, who was aged in her early 40s, was found at an apartment on Castlebar Street in Westport on Saturday, 31 July 2021. […]

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This movie about a car with a mind of its own brought two horror legends together. While it may not be quite the weekend yet, why not chill on the sofa tonight with one of these fine movies. Christine – Horror Channel – 9pm In our pick for tonight, an awkward and unpopular teenage boy […]

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The warning will be in effect for most of Friday. Met Éireann has issued a Status Yellow rain warning for three counties. Issued on Thursday morning, the warning will be effect from 1am to 4pm on Friday and applies to Galway, Kerry and Mayo. It says there will be heavy and possibly thundery falls of […]

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One of the three Irish citizens to leave Afghanistan was Aoife MacManus. Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney has revealed that three Irish citizens have been successfully evacuated from Afghanistan but that 36 remain. The Minister confirmed that one of the three Irish citizens to leave Afghanistan since the Taliban seized control was Aoife MacManus, who […]

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If there’s something strange in your neighbourhood, who you gonna call? Goatbusters. Gardaí have said they are currently attending reports of a small herd of goats on the loose in Cork city this morning. Eyewitnesses told JOE that about five or six unaccompanied goats were wandering around St Luke’s Cross at around 8.45am on Thursday. […]

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“Don’t mill around it on boats because it has the potential to disturb this animal.” The Irish Whale and Dolphin Group (IWDG) has urged people not to disturb Wally the Walrus as he continues his tour of Ireland. The 800kg walrus has most recently been spotted off the coast of Cork, after turning up along […]

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Tragic news. A 23-year-old man has died in a workplace accident in Dublin, Gardaí have said. The incident occurred at a business premises on the Cappagh Road in Finglas, Dublin 11 on Wednesday morning. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the accident. The man was fatally injured during the incident and was pronounced […]

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To reduce the risk of illness, beach users are urged to take some precautions. Temporary advisory notices not to swim have been issued for the Claremont and Malahide beaches in north Dublin following routine testing detecting E. coli bacteria in their waters. Fingal County Council issued the notices on Wednesday, which are based on “early […]

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This underrated gem boasts a great cast including Adam Driver, Kirsten Dunst and Michael Shannon. In the mood to watch something this Wednesday night? Why not chill on the sofa with one of these fine movies airing on TV this evening. The Old Man & the Gun – Film Four – 9pm Based on a […]

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Investigations into the “act of criminal damage” are ongoing. A man in his early 30s has been arrested following “an act of criminal damage” that occurred at Dundalk Garda Station on Wednesday morning. Gardaí say that at around 2.30am, two Garda vehicles were set on fire. A Garda spokesperson told JOE that no injuries were […]

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The novel was the debut of Irish author Naoise Dolan. Bridgerton’s Phoebe Dynevor is set to star in an adaptation of Irish author Naoise Dolan’s novel Exciting Times. The book, which was Dolan’s first, centres on a millennial Irish expat who becomes entangled in a love triangle with a male banker and a female lawyer […]

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Representatives of the industry are to meet with Arts Minister Catherine Martin today. A spokesperson for the Music and Entertainment Association of Ireland (MEAI) has said the group is seeking a “firm commitment” from the Government regarding a reopening date for the return of live music. This comes as the live entertainment industry has yet […]

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Tragic news. A man in his 40s has died after being pulled from the water in Dún Laoghaire in south Dublin. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene on Tuesday evening. The man was recovered from the water and was rushed to St Vincent’s Hospital where he was pronounced dead. A Garda spokesperson has said […]

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The animal died at the scene. Four people have been injured after two cars collided with a cow in Clare. The incident occurred shortly after 11pm on Tuesday night on the N18 in Cratloe with emergency services attending the scene. A Garda spokesperson told JOE: “Two cars are understood to have collided with a cow.” […]

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The Foreign Affairs Minister said this would depend on the airport in Kabul being secured. Minister for Foreign Affairs Simon Coveney has said he is “reasonably confident” that Irish citizens in Afghanistan will be able to get back home in the coming days. Speaking to Newstalk Breakfast, the Minister said the number of Irish citizens […]

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The heavy rain will bring the risk of spot flooding. While Met Éireann’s early indications for early next week suggest there will be “a good deal of dry weather”, the weekend before will be a wet one. Met Éireann’s forecast for the week says today (Wednesday, 18 August) will be another mostly cloudy day. There […]

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Provisional figures show there have been 667 Covid-19 cases recorded in Limerick over the past 14 days. Limerick hurling fans have been urged to limit their social activity after the All-Ireland final on Sunday between the county and Cork due to the “high rate” of Covid-19 circulating in the community. Limerick City and County Council, […]

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The Dublin City Council CEO said homeless tents add to the perception that there is “an edginess about the city”. Dublin City Council CEO Owen Keegan’s recent comments regarding homeless tents in the capital have been criticised by charities and TDs. Appearing on Newstalk’s The Hard Shoulder on Monday, Keegan was asked about anti-social behaviour […]

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This amazing thread is a reminder that whatever fashion notions you have, Irish people will always bring you crashing back down to earth. It’s happened to us all. You splash out on what you think is a nice piece of clothing and you’re excited to show it off on a night out with your friends. But […]

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“All of the checkpoints were Taliban. The police cars were full of Taliban.” An Irish woman currently in Kabul has described the situation in Afghanistan as having “rapidly” deteriorated. Aoife MacManus is one of 23 Irish citizens currently in the country and has been in the capital for the past two years working with marginalised […]

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“If anything, the developments in the past week reinforce that ending US military involvement in Afghanistan now was the right decision.” US President Joe Biden has said he stands “squarely behind” his decision to withdraw US forces from Afghanistan. In an address on Monday night, Biden said America’s mission in Afghanistan was “never supposed to […]

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Alcohol Action Ireland has said the “exceptional affordability” is supporting Ireland’s “harmful use of alcohol”. A new survey from Alcohol Action Ireland (AAI) has found that an adult man consuming alcohol within the HSE low-risk guidelines can drink his weekly low-risk limit of 17 standard drinks for as little as €7.65. Research from the independent […]

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It saw Robert Downey Jr reunite with the writer-director of Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. The weekend is among us. As such, why not kick back on the sofa with one of these fine flicks on TV this evening. Airplane! – ITV 4 – 9pm This parody of disaster films is one of the funniest movies […]

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This article contains graphic images that some readers may find distressing. Irish Olympian Jack Woolley has been hospitalised after being assaulted in Dublin city centre. The incident occurred on Grattan Bridge in Dublin 1 at around 12:40am on Saturday. The 22-year-old, who competed for Ireland in taekwondo at the most recent Olympic Games, is currently […]

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