A GP has said it’s “extraordinarily difficult” to get some people to take a Covid-19 test. Dublin-based GP Dr Edel McGinnity has said she is seeing patients that are reluctant to get Covid-19 tests. Running a practice in Mulhuddart, the GP believes there is a “narrative developing” that the pandemic is “over”, claiming that people […]

4 years ago

The Newstalk host revealed he was asked: “Hey Pat, do you want a spliff?” Pat Kenny told listeners of his Newstalk show that the last time he took the DART train service he was “offered a spliff”. The host made the comments when discussing reports that rail staff across the country are set to vote […]

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The new club is giving people an alternative, non-alcoholic night out option. The Virtue Club’s launch night took place in Kerry on Thursday (28 October), offering patrons “0% alcohol, 100% craic”. Dubbed the first non-alcoholic nightclub in the county, organiser Lisa Curran said the aim of its events, which will take place in different venues, […]

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The name of the Facebook app will remain the same, however. Mark Zuckerberg has revealed that Facebook’s company name is being changed to “Meta”. The CEO announced the rebranding on Thursday (28 October) during the company’s Connect event, with the name being chosen to reflect the company’s ambition in regards to the “metaverse”. For those […]

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The movie has an impressive 94% score on Rotten Tomatoes. It may not be the weekend yet, but that doesn’t mean you can’t relax after work with a movie. Here are the best films on the box this Thursday evening. Red Sparrow – Film Four – 9pm Jennifer Lawrence is a Russian spy in this […]

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Luas Red Line services are running with “significant delays” due to the collision. A female pedestrian in her 40s was seriously injured after being hit by a Luas on Thursday (28 October). Gardaí attended the scene at Steeven’s Lane at around 2.15pm following reports of the collision. The woman was removed from the scene by […]

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“I think people need to be educated before they put on a costume like that.” An Irish costume shop has come under criticism for selling a Nazi uniform as a Halloween outfit. The description for the costume, which is no longer being sold, reads: “There will be no mistaking your authority in this Nazi costume, […]

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A story to lift your moooood. A cow was rescued from the water after being spotted at a Dongeal beach on Wednesday afternoon (27 October). The volunteer crew of Bundoran RNLI was called out after receiving reports of the cow in distress in the surf at Tullan Strand in Bundoran. In a statement, the RNLI […]

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The close contacts will receive a box of five antigen tests. The HSE has said it will begin registering close contacts of confirmed Covid-19 cases to receive antigen tests from Thursday (28 October) if they are fully vaccinated and asymptomatic. As part of the new measures, all close contacts will get a text message which […]

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One to add to your watchlist next month. Netflix last week unveiled the full list of its original titles that will land on the streaming service next month. Amongst the list was a number of true crime documentaries, including the highly-anticipated second season of smash hit show Tiger King. Premiering on 17 November, Netflix unleashed […]

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The Tánaiste said hospital visitors using vaccine passes makes “a lot of sense”. Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has suggested that vaccine passes could also be needed for those visiting hospitals. Speaking at Government Buildings on Wednesday (27 October), the Tánaiste said Health Minister Stephen Donnelly and the HSE were working on “operationalising” the measure and “making […]

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There are currently weather warnings in place for 10 counties. Met Éireann has issued an updated Status Orange rain warning for Waterford, Wexford and Wicklow. Issued on Wednesday (27 October), it is valid from 5.30pm to 8am on Thursday. “Following recent heavy rain today, there will be additional significant accumulations of rainfall this evening (Wednesday) […]

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The advice comes amid an increase in Covid-19 cases and hospital figures. Deputy Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Ronan Glynn has said people can trick or treat safely this Halloween if they take “basic precautions”. The Deputy CMO was speaking during a Department of Health briefing on Wednesday where 1,631 more cases of Covid-19 were […]

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“Thought you knew the whole story? Just you wait.” Netflix has unleashed the first proper trailer for Tiger King 2, the second season of its smash-hit true crime documentary series. Detailing the life of controversial zookeeper Joe Exotic, the first season of the show dropped on the streaming service in the early months of the […]

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Nightlife sector representatives had previously requested a two-week grace period. Government officials have reportedly told nightclub and live venue operators that new rules requiring tickets to be booked at least one hour in advance will come into effect from Thursday (28 October). According to RTÉ News, sector representatives were informed at a meeting on Wednesday […]

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Enquiries into the incident are ongoing. A man in his 30s was hospitalised following an alleged assault by a group of youths in Dublin. Gardaí have said they are investigating the alleged assault incident that occurred on Brackenstown Road in Swords on Sunday (24 October). “It’s understood a male in his 30s was assaulted by […]

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We now know for sure we will get to see more massive space worms. A sequel to Denis Villeneuve’s Dune has been officially greenlit and given a release date. Production company Legendary Entertainment confirmed the news of the follow-up in a Twitter post. This is only the beginning… Thank you to those who have experienced […]

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“To be very frank, I think there are going to be teething problems.” Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said he believes there will be “teething problems” with the new ticketing system to be implemented in businesses operating as live entertainment venues or nightclubs. His comments come following a meeting between Government and industry stakeholders on Tuesday […]

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There will be more backstabbing and swearing to come from the Roy family. In news that will shock no one but delight many, black comedy/family drama Succession has been picked up for a fourth season. The hit series’ official Twitter page confirmed the news on Tuesday afternoon (26 November), with the announcement coming as the […]

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Hospitals have been asked to use blood “conservatively” as the national supply is at three days. The Irish Blood Transfusion Service (IBTS) has launched an “urgent appeal” for donors to make appointments to give blood, describing current blood supplies as “extremely low”. Responsible for the national blood supply, the statutory body has said national blood […]

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It earned Spike Lee an Oscar in the Best Adapted Screenplay category. Alas, the Bank Holiday weekend is over. However, that doesn’t mean you can’t still chill out on the sofa with a good movie after work. Here are the best movies on the box this evening. BlacKkKlansman – Film Four – 9pm Based on […]

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The call contained a threat to shoot a Garda and a further threat against Leinster House. A threat of gun violence was made to Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny’s office, the party has confirmed. It comes after the Irish Examiner reported that the Leinster House office of a leading, rural TD for Sinn Féin was […]

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The change comes after the announcement of the country’s revised reopening plan. The organisers of the Biggest 90’s Disco gig, due to take place at the 3Arena this weekend, have confirmed that it will go ahead but as a fully seated event. Taking place on Saturday, 23 October, the “immersive music experience” was announced last […]

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“I’m going to share a secret I’ve never spoken before. I’m immunocompromised.” CNN news anchor John King revealed on-air on Tuesday (19 October) that he has multiple sclerosis during a discussion regarding Covid-19 vaccines. King shared that he is immunocompromised in a segment focusing on vaccine mandates and the death of former US Secretary of […]

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It boasts a wingspan wider than Croke Park’s pitch. The Antonov AN-225, the world’s largest aircraft, has touched down at Shannon Airport again on Tuesday (19 October). Coming from China and carrying a cargo consignment for distribution in the Irish retail sector, Shannon Airport’s runway – the longest in Ireland at 3,199m – makes the […]

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We now know when the hit crime show’s final season premieres. Ozark fans on tenterhooks since the third season’s shocking finale can rest a little easier now in the knowledge that they can catch up with the Byrdes and their money-laundering escapades soon. Netflix has revealed that the first part of the hit crime show’s […]

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Know any doughnut lovers who’d be interested? The newest Krispy Kreme store in Ireland opens in November and is now inviting applications for a number of jobs. For those searching for a “sweet career move”, the famed doughnut chain is looking to hire a Retail Shift Leader, a Retail Team Member and an Assistant Retail […]

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“We’re not where we hoped to be.” Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said that a full return to offices “as we knew them” will not be happening until next spring. The Tánaiste made the comments during a Government press conference on Tuesday after the announcement of the country’s revised reopening plan, where the Taoiseach confirmed all […]

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People are urged to keep clear of the area. Emergency services are currently at the scene of a fire at a high-rise building in Tallaght in Dublin. According to Dublin Fire Brigade, eight of its units are currently attending the blaze which broke out at a business premises in Belgard Square. Three ambulances are also […]

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Both men were arrested in relation to an unauthorised taking of a vehicle. Update: 6.35pm, 16 October. The two prisoners who absconded from Loughan House in Cavan have been arrested and detained by Gardaí. A statement issued by a Garda spokesperson to JOE on Saturday evening reads: “Gardaí in Cavan were alerted to an incident […]

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It comes as Ireland is seeing an “uncomfortably high” level of Covid-19 cases. HSE Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) Dr Colm Henry has said there is “no doubt” the health system is heading into a difficult winter. As it stands, a number of restrictions are set to be lifted on Friday, 22 October yet in the […]

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The chipper in question said it’s “freaking out” upon hearing the news. Hollywood couple Joe Manganiello and Sofia Vergara have posted photos of their trip to Cork online and in the process gave a local chipper a great plug. The pair – who have been married since 2015 – have been in Ireland over the […]

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The war epic made Christoph Waltz a household name. Staying in this Saturday evening? Not to worry, as JOE has you covered with this list of the best movies on the box tonight. Here are your options. The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 – E4 – 6.25pm The conclusion to the Jennifer Lawrence-starring YA […]

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No arrests have been made as of yet. A man in his 20s was seriously injured after a shooting incident in Cork in the early hours of Saturday (16 October). The incident occurred in the Blackpool area shortly after midnight. The man in his 20s was rushed to a hospital in Cork where he received treatment […]

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All the best new TV and movie trailers from the past few days… JOE already covered a couple of this week’s big trailers such as the ones for Peter Jackson’s music documentary The Beatles: Get Back and the Home Alone reboot Home Sweet Home Alone. And we certainly will be covering the major teasers that […]

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The Taoiseach has said there will continue to be “twists and turns” with Covid-19. Taoiseach Micheál Martin says he believes people will “be patient” if the planned lifting of restrictions next week does not go ahead. As it stands, a number of restrictions are set to be lifted on Friday, 22 October, including requirements for […]

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Tragic news. A man in his 40s has died following a road crash that occurred in Clare on Friday afternoon (15 October). At around 2.10pm, Gardaí received reports of single vehicle road traffic collision involving a jeep towing a trailer on the N18 in Bunratty. The man in his 40s was pronounced dead at the […]

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Checked your ticket yet? You could be about to become over €35,000 richer. The National Lottery has revealed the selling locations where each of the 28 tickets that matched five numbers in Wednesday night’s (13 October) draw were purchased. The winning ticket holders shared a prize fund of almost €1 million and will now go […]

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The airline’s “big boss man” is recruiting. Ryanair is inviting applications for what was once billed as the “worst job in Ireland”, with the airline’s “big boss man” and CEO Michael O’Leary looking to recruit a Financial Assistant. However, while the position may have had that daunting informal title in the past, the airline says […]

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The advice comes amid the country’s “deteriorating” Covid situation. Deputy Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Ronan Glynn has advised the public to “work from home where possible” this autumn and winter. He made the comments in a video update posted to Twitter about the Covid-19 situation in Ireland, stating that over the past ten days the […]

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A previous application to install new paid zones was rejected. A councillor has hit out at plans to install new paid drop-off and pick-up zones at Dublin Airport, calling it a “money grab”. It comes as the airport’s operator the DAA submitted a planning application to Fingal County Council to install the new zones at […]

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A decision on the lifting of restrictions will be made on Tuesday. Finance Minister Paschal Donohoe has said a full return to offices for employees is a “little less likely” at the moment amid Covid-19 concerns. As it stands, a number of restrictions are set to be lifted on Friday, 22 October yet in the […]

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Next week’s reopening is now in serious doubt. The planned lifting of the majority of Covid-19 restrictions on Friday, 22 October is under increasing threat, with Foreign Affairs Minister Simon Coveney stating: “We can’t just ignore something because it’s not popular.” As it stands, a number of restrictions are set to be lifted next week, […]

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Great news for fans. Netflix has renewed hit series You for a fourth season, ahead of the show’s highly anticipated third season which will premiere this week. For those not in the loop, the show is a psychological thriller about a dangerously charming, intensely obsessive young man named Joe (Penn Badgley) who goes to extreme […]

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Gardaí are now appealing for witnesses. Gardaí have arrested two men and seized a firearm during an operation on Wednesday (13 October) at around midday in Finglas, north Dublin. In a statement, Gardaí said a vehicle was abandoned on the N2 underpass at the M50 junction heading towards the city centre. In a follow-up search, […]

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It is Wednesday. Congratulations! You’ve made it nearly halfway through the work week. To celebrate, why not check out one of these fine flicks. Here’s what is on the box this evening. Home Alone – Film Four – 6.55pm We weren’t exactly fans of the trailer for the new Home Alone reboot that dropped earlier […]

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The Department of Health’s Budget 2022 press conference has been rescheduled. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly was forced to self-isolate after experiencing symptoms of Covid-19, it has been revealed. A statement from the Department of Health on Wednesday (13 October) stated that Donnelly has experienced “mild” symptoms of the virus. Following the symptoms, the Health Minister […]

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This really needs to be seen to be believed. Irish surfer Conor Maguire has been nominated in three out of the four categories at this year’s Global Red Bull Big Wave Awards. The seasoned big wave surfer from Sligo achieved global recognition last October by surfing what is believed to be the biggest wave to […]

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The show has already been watched by 111 million viewers worldwide. South Korean survival drama Squid Game is officially Netflix’s biggest ever series launch, according to the streaming service. For those who haven’t checked out the show yet – which we would heartily recommend you to do – it tells the story of a group […]

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The fallout from Owen Keegan’s comments continues. The UCD Students’ Union (SU) is staging a protest on Wednesday in response to Dublin City Council Chief Executive Owen Keegan’s recent comments over the student accommodation crisis, which the SU has described as “disgusting”. Earlier in the week, in a letter sent to the UCD SU president […]

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