Stephen Porzio

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Stephen Porzio is a senior writer at JOE, having joined the website in March 2021. JOE’s principal entertainment writer, his area of expertise is movies and television. He covers new releases, streaming additions, and what’s on TV, while also regularly speaking to acclaimed actors and directors about their latest work. Stephen graduated with a BA in English and Film from UCD and an MA in journalism from DCU. He has previously had work published in Hot Press, The Times (Ireland Edition) and The Irish Sun, and is also an experienced podcaster.

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  • Garth Brooks increasingly likely to play five nights in Croke Park next year

    Garth Brooks increasingly likely to play five nights in Croke Park next year

    It’s 2014 all over again. An events licence has been granted for two more proposed concert dates at Croke Park next year, seemingly setting the stage for Garth Brooks to play five nights at the venue. Last September, Virgin Media News reported that the country singer was tentatively locked in for gigs on 9, 10 […]

    5 years ago

  • Netflix’s upcoming documentary series could be your next true crime obsession

    Netflix’s upcoming documentary series could be your next true crime obsession

    The show lands on the streaming service later this month. Netflix recently billed itself as “the home of true crime” and it has certainly been living up to the moniker of late. Just today (4 November), the streaming giant released Catching Killers, a four-episode documentary series that sees the investigators behind infamous serial killer cases […]

    5 years ago

  • Climate Action Plan will prove “difficult” for some, says Taoiseach

    Climate Action Plan will prove “difficult” for some, says Taoiseach

    “It will be challenging but for the sake of our children and for the generations to come, we must confront the reality we now face.” The Government has published its 2021 Climate Action Plan, which sets out Ireland’s aims to cut greenhouse gas emissions, create a cleaner, greener society and protect the public from the […]

    5 years ago

  • 2% cap on rent increases in Rent Pressure Zones approved by Government

    2% cap on rent increases in Rent Pressure Zones approved by Government

    It is said the measure will result in “far lower” rent increases for tenants. Housing Minister Darragh O’Brien has received Government approval to cap rent increases at 2% per annum in Rent Pressure Zones (RPZs). Earlier in the week, the Minister confirmed he would be bringing a piece of legislation to Cabinet on Thursday to […]

    5 years ago

  • First pill to treat Covid-19 authorised for use in the UK

    First pill to treat Covid-19 authorised for use in the UK

    The UK Health Secretary hailed the drug as a “game-changer”. Molnupiravir, the first pill to treat Covid-19, has been authorised for use in the United Kingdom. The UK’s Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) granted its approval, stating the antiviral drug is “safe and effective” at reducing the risk of hospitalisation and death in […]

    5 years ago

  • Gardaí warn of online shopping fraud ahead of busiest months of the year for retail

    Gardaí warn of online shopping fraud ahead of busiest months of the year for retail

    Customers are advised to be “extra careful” of internet fraudsters who could rip them off. Gardaí are warning both consumers and retailers about the dangers of online shopping fraud ahead of the busiest months of the year for retail. In a statement, An Garda Síochána announced it will be supporting Europol in a media campaign aimed […]

    5 years ago

  • “Not going to be any cull” of the national herd, says Leo Varadkar

    “Not going to be any cull” of the national herd, says Leo Varadkar

    TD Michael Healy-Rae accused the Tánaiste of “codding the farmers of Ireland”. Tánaiste Leo Varadkar has said there is “not going to be any cull” of the national herd. The Tánaiste made the comments in the Dáil when quizzed by TD Michael Collins about the Climate Action Plan and whether there would be a cull […]

    5 years ago

  • “I want to lead as Taoiseach if you give us that chance,” Mary Lou McDonald says

    “I want to lead as Taoiseach if you give us that chance,” Mary Lou McDonald says

    Speaking at her party’s Ard Fheis, she said “the writing is on the wall” for Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael. Mary Lou McDonald has given her presidential address to Sinn Féin’s 2021 Ard Fheis, during which she said she wants to lead as Taoiseach. Speaking in Dublin, the Sinn Féin leader hit out Fianna Fáil […]

    5 years ago

  • Met Éireann issues Status Yellow thunderstorm warnings for 26 counties

    Met Éireann issues Status Yellow thunderstorm warnings for 26 counties

    Ireland could be in for some lightning in the early hours of Halloween. Met Éireann has issued two Status Yellow thunderstorm warnings which apply together for 26 counties. Issued on Saturday morning, the first is valid from 9pm on Saturday to 2am on Halloween on Sunday and covers the province of Munster, as well as […]

    5 years ago

  • Patients reluctant to get Covid-19 tests as many believe pandemic is “over”, says GP

    Patients reluctant to get Covid-19 tests as many believe pandemic is “over”, says GP

    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 […]

    5 years ago

  • Facebook’s company name is being changed to “Meta”

    Facebook’s company name is being changed to “Meta”

    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 […]

    5 years ago

  • Vaccine passes could be needed for hospital visits, Leo Varadkar suggests

    Vaccine passes could be needed for hospital visits, Leo Varadkar suggests

    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 […]

    5 years ago

  • Updated Status Orange warning issued for three counties as heavy rain to continue

    Updated Status Orange warning issued for three counties as heavy rain to continue

    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) […]

    5 years ago

  • New ticketing rules for nightclub and live venue operators to come into effect

    New ticketing rules for nightclub and live venue operators to come into effect

    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 […]

    5 years ago

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