“It is going to be difficult but we will manage it.” Environment Minister Eamon Ryan has said he cannot “absolutely” rule out electricity blackouts in Ireland this winter. His comments come after a new report was published by state-owned electric power transmission operator EirGrid, which said Ireland could see electricity supply shortfalls over the next […]

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This is due mostly to rising rental costs. The Living Wage in Ireland should increase by 60c to €12.90 per hour, the group that calculates it has said. Calculated by the Living Wage Technical Group (LWTG), the living wage rate establishes the average gross salary that should enable full-time employed adults without dependents across Ireland […]

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The line-up is full of perfect pre-Halloween movie viewing. The biggest event of the year for Irish fans of scary movies, annual film festival Horrorthon returns next month from Friday, 22 October to Monday, 25 October. Taking place in-cinema at the Irish Film Institute (IFI) in Dublin’s Temple Bar and online on IFI@Home, the line-up […]

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The airline is hosting a cabin crew recruitment day in Dublin this week. Ryanair has announced a “major” recruitment drive for cabin crew for its Dublin base as the airline looks to recover and rebuild following the Covid-19 pandemic. As part of the recruitment drive, Ryanair is hosting a cabin crew recruitment roadshow in Dublin […]

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British Army tanker drivers could be deployed to deliver fuel where it’s needed most. A limited number of military tanker drivers in Britain have been put on standby to be deployed if necessary to further ease ongoing fuel supply chain pressures. The UK government made the announcement on Monday night (27 September) following a major […]

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The organs of 18 Irish babies were sent abroad for incineration in 2020 without the knowledge or consent of their bereaved parents. An RTÉ Investigates report which will air on Prime Time tonight (Tuesday, 28 September) reveals that an investigation is underway at Cork University Maternity Hospital after it was discovered multiple baby organs were […]

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The man was seriously injured in the incident. A man has been seriously injured after being struck by a Luas on Monday evening (27 September). Gardaí attended the scene of the incident, which happened at Suir Road in Dublin 8 shortly before midnight. The man was taken to St James’ Hospital to be treated for […]

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The show’s final 14 episodes will be released in two parts in 2022. Ever since the incredible third season of Ozark hit Netflix in early 2020, fans have been eagerly anticipating what’s next for the show. Netflix had previously announced that the crime thriller’s fourth season will be its last and will consist of 14 […]

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The removal is effective immediately. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has announced the removal of all remaining states from the government’s Mandatory Hotel Quarantine (MHQ) list with effect from today (Saturday, 25 September). In a statement, the Department of Health said the decision is based on the latest advice received from Chief Medical Officer Dr Tony […]

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Movies rarely get cooler than this. For those staying in this Saturday night, there is plenty of movie options on TV. Why not kick back on the sofa with one of these fine flicks? The Shape of Water – Film Four – 9pm Best Picture winner at the Oscars in 2017, this gorgeous romantic fantasy […]

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Another major star could be spending some time in Ireland in the future. 007 himself Daniel Craig has said he is thinking of retiring to Ireland. The leading man appeared on The Late Late Show via videolink on Friday (24 September) to promote his final Bond film No Time to Die which is just days […]

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Tommy Tiernan has stepped in to replace him for a gig next month. Jason Byrne has been forced to cancel part of his British tour and pull out of a Vicar Street gig due to a heart condition. In a video posted to his Twitter page, the Irish comedian apologised and explained that after going […]

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There are just hours to go until tonight’s estimated €18 million Lotto draw. A Daily Million player in Wexford scooped the top prize of €1,000,000 in last night’s 9pm draw. National Lottery officials have said the winning store where the Quick Pick ticket was purchased will be revealed in the coming days. The winning numbers […]

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The additional dates include another Croke Park gig. Ed Sheeran has added four extra dates to his upcoming Irish shows due to demand. The 30-year-old had already been scheduled to perform in 2022 at Dublin’s Croke Park on 23 April, Páirc Uí Chaoimh in Cork on 28 April, Thomond Park Stadium in Limerick on 5 […]

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“I think the fallout has yet to come in terms of Brexit.” Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he is “concerned” about Brexit affecting Christmas deliveries to Ireland. The Taoiseach made the comments as the UK is suffering from supply chain issues due to a truck driver shortage. While in New York, Martin was asked if […]

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The TD said extra bank holidays should be introduced not just to reward those who worked during Covid. There should be more bank holidays in Ireland in order to meet European Union standards, according to Dublin People Before Profit TD Bríd Smith. Her comments come following reports earlier on Friday (24 September) that a new […]

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Do you know anyone who’d fit the bill? Popular Irish circus Tom Duffy’s is looking to hire people in a number of roles, including to be clowns. In a social media post, the circus announced it will soon be heading back on the road after shutting due to Covid-19 and will be touring towns and […]

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They loves their county. In news that will be sure to please county legend John Mullane amongst others, Waterford city has been crowned as the best place to live in Ireland by the Irish Times. The paper’s Best Place to Live in Ireland competition began in June when members of the public were invited to […]

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A typical electricity bill will increase by over €10 per month. Bord Gáis Energy has announced a rise in electricity and gas prices for its residential customers. According to the company, the gas price change will increase a typical gas bill by €8.16 per month. Meanwhile, the change in electricity prices will mean a rise […]

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They have received tons of praise for their work, as well as a job offer. It has been revealed that three teenagers in Melbourne are behind one of Australia’s most authoritative Covid-19 tracking sites. Since April 2021, CovidbaseAU has been collecting data on Covid-19 released by the Australian government in different places and formats and […]

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“We could have a few in Cork as well.” In the latest development in the ongoing Garth Brooks saga, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said he would like to see the country music star play in Cork next year. It comes after news broke that Brooks intends to play five nights at Croke Park in Dublin […]

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An investigation into the circumstances of the crash is underway. Four people have been injured after a light aircraft crash in Wexford on Wednesday (23 September). Gardaí and Emergency Services attended the scene of the crash that occurred at approximately 5.20pm at Carnsore Point. There was four occupants of the aircraft – two males, aged […]

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“We want to reflect the contribution that people have made during Covid-19, particularly frontline workers.” Frontline workers could receive bonus payments or time off as a reward for working during Covid-19, Taoiseach Micheál Martin has said. Speaking in New York, the Taoiseach stated that the government wants to reflect the contribution that frontline workers, including […]

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The capital’s central coach and bus station could undergo its most significant development work since it originally opened in 1953. Ireland’s national bus company Bus Éireann has submitted a planning application for the redevelopment of Busáras, Dublin’s central coach and bus station. The redevelopment project would provide improved facilities for more than 2,500 daily passengers, […]

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The streamer also revealed details of its other upcoming true crime docs, including titles Bad Vegan and The Tinder Swindler. Netflix has confirmed that a sequel to its massive hit documentary series Tiger King will premiere this year for all you cool cats and kittens. Detailing the life of controversial zookeeper Joe Exotic, the first […]

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But good news for consumers. The EU is aiming to introduce a “common charger” for phones and other portable electronics. On Wednesday (23 September), the European Commission announced it is now putting forward legislation to make USB-C the standard port for all smartphones, tablets, cameras, headphones, portable speakers and handheld videogame consoles. This would allow […]

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The minister posted a photo of himself and his newborn son online. Further and Higher Education Minister Simon Harris and his wife Caoimhe have welcomed a new baby boy to their family. The minister took to Instagram to post a photo of himself and his newborn son Cillian. Along with the image, there was the […]

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Britney vs Spears will arrive on Netflix next week. Following Framing Britney Spears airing on Sky earlier in the year, Netflix has unveiled a trailer for its own documentary film about the pop star. According to the streaming service, Britney vs Spears will see director Erin Lee Carr (How To Fix a Drug Scandal, Dirty […]

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“Another helpless victim left in critical condition.” The Dublin Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (DSPCA) has issued an appeal to the public after a “helpless” sick tortoise was found dumped in a field. Named Derek and estimated to be 10 years of age, the tortoise was found in a field by a dog […]

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Very tragic news. A woman has died after being hit by a lorry in Kildare. The fatal road traffic collision occurred on Wednesday (22 September) shortly after 12.30pm. The female pedestrian, aged in her 40s, was seriously injured when she was struck by an articulated lorry on the M7 southbound between J12 Newbridge and J13 […]

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A bullet from the Dublin-born woman’s gun grazed the dictator’s nose. TG4 is airing a documentary on Wednesday night (22 September) about Irish woman Violet Gibson who attempted to assassinate Italy’s Fascist leader Benito Mussolini in 1926. Born in Dublin and daughter of the Lord Chancellor to Ireland, Gibson shot the dictator as he walked […]

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The title should get Harry Potter fans excited. The latest movie in the Harry Potter prequel series Fantastic Beasts has unveiled its title and release date. Titled Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, the third entry will now arrive in theatres on 15 April, 2022, three months earlier than originally anticipated. #FantasticBeasts: The Secrets of […]

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Antibodies from the adorable animals could potentially treat the virus and be taken as a nasal spray. A unique type of antibody produced by llamas could provide a new frontline treatment against Covid-19 that can be taken by patients as a simple nasal spray, according to new research. Scientists at the UK’s Rosalind Franklin Institute […]

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The concert has been rescheduled for next year. Liam Gallagher has been forced to cancel his Belfast gig on Friday after falling out of a helicopter last weekend. The singer-songwriter and former Oasis frontman was set to play in the city as part of the Belsonic 2021 line-up. However, having sustained injuries to his nose […]

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An estimated €17 million is up for grabs. The Lotto jackpot on Wednesday night (22 September) is rolling to an estimated €17 million, the second-highest of all time for the game. Since the Lotto game launched in 1988, only one jackpot in excess of €17 million has ever been won. The current Lotto jackpot has […]

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The show is inspired by and stars Adam. Irish animation studio Kavaleer Productions has revealed a first look at their animated series inspired by and starring Late Late Show favourite Adam King. Titled Adam ❤ Adventure, the project was previously announced earlier in the year, with the show being described as a preschool adventure-comedy series […]

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The Tánaiste was grilled over concerns that renters could be facing increases. Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has rejected calls from Sinn Féin spokesperson for Housing, Local Government and Heritage Eoin Ó Broin to introduce a ban on rent increases for three years. Speaking during Leaders’ Questions in Dáil Éireann on Tuesday (21 September), Varadkar said a […]

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Are you eligible for the new payment? On Tuesday (21 September), the government announced details of a special payment for employees laid off during the Covid-19 pandemic. The payment, the government said, applies to employees who lost “reckonable service” while in receipt of the Pandemic Unemployment Payment (PUP) or another jobseekers payment over the course […]

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“Who said [rock’n’roll] is dead?” the former Oasis frontman wrote on Twitter. Singer-songwriter Liam Gallagher posted a photo of himself online with facial injuries on Saturday afternoon (18 September) which he claims he suffered when he “fell out” of a helicopter. In the Twitter post, the former Oasis frontman, aged 48, can be seen with […]

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The collision involved a car and an official Garda motorcycle on routine patrol. A Garda was admitted to hospital following a motorcycle crash that occurred in Dublin on Saturday morning (18 September). Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of the two vehicle road traffic collision that took place in Drumcondra in Dublin 9 at […]

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Starring a young Charlie Sheen, the Vietnam war drama won Best Picture at the Oscars. For those staying in this Saturday night, why not kick back on the sofa with one of these fine films airing on TV this evening. Charlie’s Angels: Full Throttle – E! Entertainment – 9pm Cameron Diaz, Drew Barrymore and Lucy […]

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Gardaí are appealing to the public for information. An investigation is being conducted after the discovery of a man with “serious injuries” in the Westfield Park area of Limerick on Friday evening (17 September). At around 10.00pm, Gardaí received reports of a man walking on the Ennis Road with what appeared to be an injury. […]

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The HSE has said there is a “hugely disproportionate number” of unvaccinated patients in ICU with the virus. Pop-up Covid-19 vaccination centres will open across many college campuses this month, Further and Higher Education Minister Simon Harris has announced. The minister took to Twitter to say that his department has worked with the HSE and […]

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To quote one of the original’s stars upon hearing the news: “Go mullet or go home.” In another of Hollywood’s brave efforts to top perfection, news has emerged that Warner Bros is to reboot one of the most iconic films of the 1980s – The Lost Boys. The original 1987 critical and commercial success centred […]

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Where will claim the crown of the best place to live in Ireland? Clonakilty in Cork, Galway City, Glaslough in Monaghan, Killarney in Kerry and Waterford City have been named the five best places to live in Ireland by the Irish Times. The paper’s Best Place to Live in Ireland competition began in June when […]

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The iconic Dublin nightclub has announced details of its long-awaited return. In news that will be sure to please many, Copper Face Jacks has said it will be opening its doors once again on Friday, 22 October. The legendary Dublin venue, located on Harcourt Street, took to social media to make the announcement after having […]

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Two serious incidents in recent weeks at Irish drinking water plants have been described as “concerning and unacceptable”. Illnesses were detected by the HSE in a community in Wexford after “unsafe water” entered its public drinking supply last month, the government has said. A statement published on Friday (17 September) said that Local Government Minister […]

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It comes ahead of the phased return of staff to workplaces from next week. The Government has confirmed that employers cannot ask staff to reveal their vaccination status as thousands will return to workplaces over the coming weeks. Tánaiste Leo Varadkar on Friday (17 September) published the updated Work Safely Protocol, which government says “reflects […]

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One of TV’s best dramas returns next month. Succession is returning to screens next month for its third season which will see Kendall (Jeremy Strong) trying to take down his billionaire father Logan Roy (Brian Cox) and gain ownership of his media company Waystar-RoyCo. However, those who have watched the show to date know that […]

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Ireland’s busiest motorway is to undergo some major changes. Transport Minister Eamon Ryan has announced that “variable speed limits” will be introduced on the M50 in the coming weeks. On Friday (17 September), the minister provided details regarding the launch of Transport Infrastructure Ireland’s enhancing motorway operation services (eMOS) programme, which will see the phased […]

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