Life can be hard, and living in a hectic, busy city like Dublin can make it even harder. Some days don’t go your way and make you want to hide away from the world – and that is always the day that you’ll get stuck behind the slowest tourist in the history of the universe […]

8 years ago

We all know that Dublin is a very scenic place, chock full of lots of lovely tourists sites to look at and bask in their glory. But it’s also home to some sights that aren’t there every day, and if you so happen to witness one, you count your lucky stars that you were present […]

8 years ago

Dublin is a small enough city. The chances of you bumping into someone you know is fairly high, but what’s even higher are the chances of you embarrassing yourself, and most likely, in front of someone you know. We don’t know what it is about the city that gives us so many chances to enter […]

8 years ago

Sometimes you just have to leave your desk and get away from the office.  Whether you work with the loveliest team in the world or put down your days in your home office, there’s something about a change of scenery that can boost productivity and increase your energy levels. There are plenty of places in […]

8 years ago

Dublin, much like every other major city, has its quirks and attributes. It has the little things that make Dublin Dublin, and things that only the inhabitants understand, like the rules of the city. That’s not to say that there’s a rulebook you can consult about our beloved city, rather that there are a set […]

9 years ago

Getting some exercise is a difficult thing to do, and if you do it on the regular, then I applaud you. From my bed. But there’s another major factor that you have to take into consideration: what you eat. No one feels like going for a jog after a heavy meal.  If you’re heading to […]

9 years ago

It’s no secret that there’s a shortage of good property rentals on the market in Dublin city centre, so it might be time to look outside the box. It’s definitely worth expanding your horizons and considering relocating to a commuter town, particularly if you have a family or you’re craving a more peaceful existence. […]

9 years ago

Buying a present for someone can be an incredibly difficult task.  From trying to stay within budget, to finding something that they would actually like, let alone not already have, you can spend yourself traipsing Dublin streets for hours trying to find something.  But not anymore. We’ve rounded up the perfect list of shops that sell […]

9 years ago

If you’re a regular driver then you’ll be happy to hear that the toll prices at the East Link Bridge are going to decrease.  According to the Irish Independent, this follows a ruling from Revenue that agreed VAT should not be charged. This means that there will be a saving of 35% on every car […]

9 years ago

If you love animals and have been thinking about making a career change in the next few months, then do we have good news for you. The ISPCA are hiring at the moment, meaning you could get to save and work with animals. Everyday – the dream! At the moment, they’re looking for a part-time […]

9 years ago

If only more restaurants were like Lemon & Duke. The restaurant, located on Duke Lane, have made a brilliant step toward making their menus more accessible for everyone.  They have recently introduced their menu in Braille – not something that is in every restaurant. Our breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner menus are now available in […]

9 years ago

A new study has found that the health of young children living in emergency accommodation is seriously worrying. According to the Irish Times, a survey conducted by Focus Ireland on behalf of the Departments of Children and Health, found that the homeless families who are currently living in emergency accommodation had very limited or no access to […]

9 years ago

The number of cars that are being abandoned around Dublin City Centre has increased, drastically. According to the Irish Times, the number has trebled over the last three years.  Last year alone over 800 cars were picked up and destroyed throughout the country.  Since 2014, over 600 cars were left on the streets of Dublin, […]

9 years ago

If you ever thought you might want to give playing the ukulele a go, then listen up. The Ukulele Hooley is coming to Dun Laoghaire August 67 and 27, for the eighth year in a row.  The Ukulele Hooley is set to see three thousand ukulele players descend upon the seaside town for a nice, […]

9 years ago

It was the movie that everyone was talking about last year.  When La La Land was released last year, people went crazy for the jazz-filled musical number starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling.  It may have disappeared off our film screens in the last little while, but it’s set to make a comeback – this […]

9 years ago

Locals in Sandycove have been calling for the anti-social behaviour at the Forty Foot to be curbed. The Irish Examiner reports, the local residents have complained about public drinking at the spot, as well as couples having sex.  Minister for Justice and Equality Charlie Flanagan has apparently asked An Garda Síochana for a report on […]

9 years ago

There’s been some good news for commuters this morning as Aston Quay and Burgh Quay have reopened – four days ahead of schedule. The closures were implemented last Friday evening, and were scheduled to remain closed for a week. The buses and traffic were diverted to reflect the closures, which were to allow works on the […]

9 years ago

Life as a 20-something in Dublin seems to be getting increasingly more difficult. From sky-high rent to never actually being able to own a house (curse you, avocado toast), things just aren’t going our way. Luckily for us, someone has created just the thing that we need. Danielle on Twitter has imagined the perfect nightclub for us […]

9 years ago

Sign posts are a crucial for our safety; for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians alike. Without them, sure there’d only be chaos. Signs in Dublin tend to have a life of their own, and have known to be creative as feck.  Read more: 12 Of The Funniest Signs Ever Spotted On The Streets Of Dublin And sometimes, […]

9 years ago

Over 2,000 people have voiced their opinion on the plans for a new cycle route in North Dublin. The plans, which would see 62 trees removed from Fairview Park, are to create a new lane that would stretch from Clontarf to Amiens Street. Dublin Live reports that the 2.5km route, first proposed in 2013, would […]

9 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade have had a busy few months fighting major gorse fires all around the country. With the last few days being more wet and rainy, you’d think that the fires would stop. But, apparently not.  Last night saw another huge fire take to Dublin Mountains. The fire, which was around the Loughlinstown area, […]

9 years ago

If you’re heading out of the office soon, you might want to read this.  There’s been a collision on the M50 Northbound, which is causing heavy traffic. According to AA Roadwatch, there’s three lanes currently blocked. DUBLIN: Incident on M50 n’bound just before the M1 Interchange with reports of two lanes blocked. Traffic building. https://t.co/xIOpAblVS1 […]

9 years ago

With Bank Holiday coming up this weekend, you’re (hopefully) heading off somewhere nice and sunny. Well, you’re not the only one. Dublin Airport has revealed that it is set for a busy weekend, with more than 400,000 passengers expected to travel through the airport between Friday and Monday.  Sunday is set to be the busiest day […]

9 years ago

After all that’s happened in the last few months, it’s a given that people have clear respect for firefighters. They put their life on the line to save others, and no one can truly know what it must be like to do that as your everyday job. Dublin Fire Brigade recently released a video which […]

9 years ago

New roadside drug testing procedures were introduced in April, and since then, only 11 people have tested positive for driving while under the influence. According to the Irish Independent, since the new procedures came into place almost four months ago, there were three positive tests in April, one in May and seven in the following […]

9 years ago

We understand that venues have to come up with different promotions to get people in the door but in this day and age, when we see things like “no girls allowed” or “just for the guys”, we tend to roll our eyes.  Why should we separate things like books, sport and games between men and […]

9 years ago

Listening to music on your way home is a must. But listening to live music? Now that’s a treat. Last night, commuters on the DART were treated to a live, acapella version of Raglan Road. The Ramparts Chamber Choir Dublin were on their way home from performing in the Malahide Festival, and seemed eager to keep […]

9 years ago

Temple Bar is set to undergo a huge makeover. According to Breaking News.ie, there are plans to revamp the tourist hot-spot. It’s thought the council want improve the accessibility of the area, as it can become congested with all the visitors. It’s understood the plans for the area include removing the podium in the square, […]

9 years ago

When a loved one is sick, there’s nothing you wouldn’t do to keep them safe, comfortable and happy, and that’s exactly what Daisy McDonald’s family are doing. Daisy, who is four years old and suffers from Rett Syndrome, is home after an intense time in hospital battling pneumonia several times. Daisy is non-verbal and cannot […]

9 years ago

A man has been killed in a motorcycle accident this morning in Cabra. According to Dublin Live, the man – who was in his 30s – was involved in a single vehicle crash around 2.20AM. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The second passenger on the bike, a man in his 40s, was […]

9 years ago

Fresh off his latest arena tour, our old school fav Craig David will be gracing us with his presence once more, in the Wright Venue. He will play the huge nightclub September 8, along with Frank Jez. This will be his second time to play the nightclub, and is sure to be a huge success […]

9 years ago

If you’ve ever dreamed of being a famous singer, or, at the very least, performing to huge crowds, then head to Dublin city. There’s an outdoor karaoke event taking place on Wood Quay this afternoon for all you budding singers out there. The event, aptly titled July Karaoquay, starts at 1 and runs until 4pm. […]

9 years ago

Today, in case you didn’t already know, is your lucky day. Today is International Chicken Wing Day. *instantly drools* It’s about time our favourite food has its day to celebrate them, in all their greatness. And what’s even better is you can get 2 for 1 chicken wings on Deliveroo today. Here’s where to get […]

9 years ago

It’s been a tough week for those in the Drogheda area as they’ve been without water for a week. Following a burst pipe, the folks are still waiting on the pipe to be repaired and for their water to come back. Jcs Savages Supermarket in Swords have started selling their water for incredibly low prices, […]

9 years ago

Ingredients Da Piero pizza base Pears Butter Brown sugar Roquefort or Cashel Blue cheese Pecan nuts Fresh rocket Pizza is something so simple and tasty that it never really fails us. It’s something we turn to time and time again when we’re in the mood for some comfort food and if you make it at […]

9 years ago

Services like the DSPCA and Dogs Trust do incredible work for animals around the country. It’s a shame that we need places like these to rescue abandoned animals and bring them back to health, yet there are so many incidents of this and so many animals in need. Every so often we see a post […]

9 years ago

Hill 16 in Croke Park holds a very special place in Dublin fan’s hearts, with the terrace being a sea of blue for every game. Legend says that it was built with some of the rubble from 1916 Rising, which gives the area of a great sense of history and pride. But today it’s been […]

9 years ago

The Arc Cafe Bar, just beside Liffey Valley, was once where the teeny-boppers went on a Friday night, and their families went on a Sunday for a roast. It’s a well-known and well loved place in the area, and it’s set to get a makeover. And the guys behind the (soon to be former) Arc […]

9 years ago

A male body has been found in Bushy Park, Rathfarnham this morning. The Irish Independent reports that the body was found in the River Dodder by a passer-by. The alarm was raised at approximately 10.30am. The body, with the assistance of Dublin Fire Brigade, has been removed from the river. The scene is now closed […]

9 years ago

The powers that be in Dublin city do not hold back when it comes to clamping. There have been loads of instances where people have been clamped, and not entirely happy about it. It’s instilled a fear in people about driving in the city, for fear their precious car will be taken from them. And […]

9 years ago

Finding a good Early Bird menu in Dublin can often be like trying to find a needle in a hay-stack. There are countless options available that you don’t even know where to begin, and, more importantly, if they’re any good. So what if I was to tell you of a three course Early Bird menu […]

9 years ago

In case you’ve been living under a rock the last week, Bono and the U2 lads have landed in Dublin ahead of their gig in Croker tonight.  People have been waiting for this gig for months, and finally the day has arrived. MCD Productions are eager for everyone to have the best time they can, […]

9 years ago

Three men have been arrested following an early morning robbery in Dublin. The incident, which occurred in this morning at approximately 5am, took place in The Lotts Cafe Bar on Liffey Street Lower. The Independent reported that Gardaí from Bridewell found the front window smashed. A man was reportedly was found standing outside the pub […]

9 years ago

Living in Dublin as a student is a dream for some, and a nightmare for others. From sky-high rents to nightmare landlords and dodgy ads, it can be tough finding accommodation in the big shmoke. But the good news is there’s some more student accommodation planned for the city. The Government is set to announce […]

9 years ago

Dublin is no stranger to festivals, be they big or small, but festivals that are free are ones that particularly tickle our fancy.  The good news is there’s a free festival coming to Dublin, and it’s right in the centre of the city. Dublin Quays Festival is taking place for the first time from August […]

9 years ago

Riding a bike in Dublin city is a fairly dangerous thing to do. Between the pedestrians, the cars and buses you have enough to be dealing with before adding the Luas into the mix. Luas have released a video showing shocking near-misses with cyclists in our city. The video highlights how important it is to […]

9 years ago

Dublin has been upping the levels of its notions over the last little while. Every time we see something that just reeks of notions, we sigh and ask ourselves, can this get any worse? Yes. Yes it can. Twitter user Emma O’Hara spotted this in Dublin city centre over the weekend, and she asks the […]

9 years ago

We all love summer — that’s a given. The warm(er) weather, the longer nights and the general good vibes around the place make it my favourite time of the year. But it can be a hard one, fashion wise. Do you have to completely buy a new wardrobe and throw out all your black clothes?  […]

9 years ago

It may be Monday but we’re already dreaming about the weekend. But before we get there, we have to pass through the usually intolerable and boring Hump Day; Wednesday. Luckily for us all, this Wednesday is International Hot Dog Day, and what better way to celebrate it than be scoffing down some delish hot dogs? […]

9 years ago

After the recent attacks in Manchester and London, the Irish people have been questioning whether Ireland’s preventative and security measures are enough to handle such an incident. Even though there is no threat of an imminent attack, the authorities are making sure that we are prepared. There is a simulated terrorist attack taking place on […]

9 years ago