Love him or loathe him, the Biebs knows how to cause a fuss.  Justin Bieber was spotted by one of his billions of fans in Dublin last night having a tipple, confirming that he hasn’t gotten a moment’s silence during his stay.  (31/10): Justin em Dublin, na Irlanda. pic.twitter.com/4Pn9tptmL0 — Updates Bieber (@updatesbieberr) November 1, […]

10 years ago

On Friday November 18, Gilmore Girl fans from all around the country will now be able to meet with fellow like-minded individuals and discuss the important things.  What’s their coffee order, whether they would’ve chosen Yale or Harvard, or whether Rory should’ve picked Logan, Jess or Dean in the end… Bad Bobs in Temple Bar will be […]

10 years ago

Great British Bake Off Judge and bread baker extraordinaire Paul Hollywood is currently in Dublin and we’re more than a little bit excited.  He’s here to explore the best kept baking secrets in the land for his new show City Bakes. In the show, he rekindles his baking roots, travelling the globe in search of the family […]

10 years ago

Running a marathon is hard. We know this already. But running a marathon with one of the world’s most prominent buildings on your head? Yeah, we imagine that’s pretty tough.  But, not for this guy. Behold – Eiffel Tower-wearing-marathon-man (patent pending). And you thought running 26.2miles was hard?! Try doing it while wearing the Eiffel […]

10 years ago

Great news all round on the jobs front today, with the news of 250 new positions in Dublin in the coming months.  Ireland’s largest cyber security firm Integrity 360, based in Sandyford, Dublin, has announced that they will be adding 150 new jobs to its headquarters. Recruitment for 50 new positions at Integrity 360 will be completed by the […]

10 years ago

Fans of the internationally famous cult show Stranger Things – listen up! This message is for you and you alone (and the other 5639 people who dressed up as Eleven for Halloween). As a holiday treat, Netflix dropped a new Stranger Things clip that is basically a shrine to Barb, who we last saw (spoiler alert, but COME ON) snatched […]

10 years ago

Bieber fan Keith Casey from Dublin was met with an awful impression of the young star who was spotted strolling out of a tanning bed salon on Grafton Street last night. Passers-by, Casey included, were shocked by the singers demeanour and aggressive attitude. Yikes… That footage doesn’t come off too great for JB. Keith had bought a ticket […]

10 years ago

A man has passed away after an assault in Dublin in the early hours of this morning. The incident is understood to have happened at around 3:10 am. Gardaí say the man, who was in his 20s, was attending a bonfire at St Mark’s housing estate in Clondalkin when he was chased by a number of people across the Neilstown […]

10 years ago

Teen idol, international heartthrob and pop star royalty Justin Bieber is playing Dublin tonight and tomorrow in the 3Arena – and his fans literally cannot wait. So much so, that they’ve camped overnight outside the stadium to try catch a glimpse of their dream man.  The beliebers are waking up @3arenadublin Would you camp out for your […]

10 years ago

An international opera company has one role left to fill in their production of La Boheme at the Helix in Dublin – a dog. They are looking for Irish dog-owners to volunteer their beloved pets for the part. However, they’re not just looking for any dog, this pooch must be “the canine equivalent of Brad Pitt or […]

10 years ago

*drumroll please* Enda Kenny will be the one to turn on the Christmas lights in the north inner-city this year. Yep, we know.  That area of the city in particular has been plagued by gangland-related criminality over the last few months, and Mr. Kenny has signalled his intention to reopen a local Garda station that has been closed for some […]

10 years ago

Ask and you shall receive, so the legions of Take That fans have discovered due to their extra added date in Dublin’s 3Arena. This means they will be performing on both May 16 and 17 – and tickets are available here.  Extra date added in Dublin due to high demand! https://t.co/52xLK7wHmL #TTWonderland2017 — Take That […]

10 years ago

Always wanted to hit up San Lorenzos, but could never get a booking? Yep, us too. Buuuut, now’s your chance to try this incredibly lovely Italian joint and indulge in one of the things they do best – steak dinners. The prize itself includes a three course meal for two including starters, steaks from San Lorenzo’s high-end char-grilled steaks section and desserts, […]

10 years ago

How much do you know about whiskey?  Whether you consider yourself a connoisseur or a complete novice, you are going to want to check out one of Dublin’s newest bars, which dedicates itself to uisce beatha. The Rag Trader is located on Drury Street, making it the perfect spot for afterwork drinks. The cosy and intimate bar, which opened in March of this year, is already enjoying huge […]

10 years ago

Irish politics has boasted a rollercoaster ride in recent years, with bratty politicians, rioting workers and wildly unorthodox posters. Trust us, they’re even more bizarre than you’d imagine.  Read ’em and weep… 1. This genuine election poster  2. This truly harrowing campaign video  3. A senator raising a debate about fraping A pressing modern issue.  4. This […]

10 years ago

Bringing in a packed lunch doesn’t have to be boring, as we’re about to prove. Save money and be good to yourself by packing simple, wholesome, tasty lunches for the day, using these brilliant recipes, instead of spending upwards from a tenner on lunch out.  Keep your money for more important things – like the coffee you desperately need […]

10 years ago

If you, like the rest of Ireland, are mithered with a dose, the dreaded ‘man flu’ or are simply too freezin’ to even think about holding a pint in your precious hands then there’s really only one solution: hot alcohol! Ahh, hot whiskey – everyone’s favourite hand-warmer. Dublin is so Christmassy and lovely at the moment with loads of whopper places where you […]

10 years ago

We’ve made no secret of how much we love a certain Christmas tree farm in Carrickmines. They’ve been selling trees in aid of Laura Lynn’s Hospice since November,  And yesterday one of Ireland’s most successful exports dropped in to pick up his Christmas tree. None other than the prince of Ireland’s royal family, Domhnall Gleeson, stopped by to pick up […]

10 years ago

It unfortunately doesn’t seem like a White Christmas is on the cards…  Queen of weather, Met Éireann’s Jean Byrne, has been scanning the charts to see what lies ahead as December 25 approaches, and, unfortunately, she is expecting fairly typical Irish Christmas weather. You guessed it, rain and slush.  Colder weather is kicking in on Wednesday night and into Thursday, with […]

10 years ago

Christmas may be associated with spending time with the family, but for thousands of incredibly hard workers around the country, it’s also a time where work doesn’t stop.  We, unfortunately, can’t change that.  But what we can do is inform you of which roads to avoid during the festive season. According to Breaking News, AA Roadwatch is […]

10 years ago

No, we’re not crying. You’re crying.  Just last night, the fantastic bunch of people at both Dublin Fire Brigade and An Garda Síochána delivered a newborn in an ambulance in Rathfarnham during the early hours.  The Fire Brigade took to Twitter to share the beautiful moment.  Baby Aubrey who was born in our Rathfarnham ambulance […]

10 years ago

We love getting great pictures of our beautiful city. It’s the highlight of our day! But this one in particular is pretty special. Choosing an unusual mode of transport in comparison to his usual, a Mr. Claus was spotted in a push boat sailing along the River Liffey last night. He must be practising for the big […]

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This is GAS.  Spotted on RTÉ’s Twitter earlier on, this vid has us in absolute bits.  Check out Linda Martin and pals singing loud and proud the Christmas Carols of yore.  Murdering Christmas Carols on Grafton Street, Dublin in 1984Watch more: https://t.co/MGsPnpSYLShttps://t.co/LnpGwOjurG — RTÉ Archives (@RTEArchives) December 16, 2016 Hilarious.  Great work RTÉ, great work.  […]

10 years ago

The Christmas Eve busking session is a highlight for any Dubliner, Irish person or tourist who happens to be in the Grafton Street vicinity that fateful evening – as some of Ireland’s music greats get together and sign it loud and proud for a good cause.  The event is usually filled with fans (or late […]

10 years ago

Sad news this rainy Friday morning. It has been reported that a car has overturned on the N7 (Naas Road) inbound, near to the junction of the N7 and the Long Mile Road junction.  Dublin. Car overturned on N7 inbound close to the junction of N7 and Long Mile Rd junction. Causing delays pls use alternative route. — An Garda […]

10 years ago

Carpool karaoke hits Irish roads with thanks to TK Maxx and some of Ireland’s finest stars.  Meet Mick, the brilliant Dublin taxi driver, on his adventures with King of Snapchat, James Kavanagh and national treasure, Keith Duffy.  Warning: It’ll only leave you raging that you’re in work and not out having the craic with them. […]

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Christmas can be a weird time for us all. Between unwanted socialising, being forced to buy presents for your colleagues and queuing absolutely fucking EVERYWHERE – it can send us a little mad. However, the season does kind of set it up for failure. After all… ‘Tis the season to be baffling… Apparently. 1. Allowing […]

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So it’s coming up rapidly to the final week in work, and you still haven’t bought your Secret Santa their Christmas present.  Fortune favours the organised, as you know, so you’re kind of screwed. Buuuut, it doesn’t have to be this way. We’ve compiled a list of places where you can pick up a gift for under […]

10 years ago

One of Ireland’s most popular day festivals, Forbidden Fruit Festival, is coming back for another year, gracing IMMA in Kilmainham on the June Bank Holiday weekend of June 3 – 5. And the first announcement of acts has been released: Monday, June 5: Bon Iver with special guests Flying Lotus (3D) Lisa Hannigan The Staves Gordi  Paul Thomas […]

10 years ago

Todays see the long awaited launch of the new Garda Armed Support Unit, or ASU for short.  They are the elite unit of armed guards who will be on call 24/7 and who form part of the response to the gang killings that have been ongoing throughout 2016.  The new unit will be based in Dublin’s […]

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Father of Olympic boxer Katie Taylor has set up his own boxing-themed cafe in the charming seaside town of Bray – and even gone as far as designing his own menu. Pete Taylor is serving up some tasty treats of his own creation at KO Fit Food in the County Wicklow seaside town. He set up the health food spot for […]

10 years ago

Sweet tooth army, this is your day.  Devilicious Desserts is a brand new Irish confectionary delivery service that is absolutely making our wet Wednesday afternoon.  No more arguing on who has to make the trip out to the shop and stock up on sweets for a film, they’ve got your back for ever more.  The service will […]

10 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade are warning the masses of the dangers of Christmas lights on their Twitter page.  They are hoping to highlight the danger of using faulty lights, over wiring and having lights outside. Check that the wiring on your Christmas tree lights are not worn or frayed. Make sure the insulation is in good […]

10 years ago

Yes. BACON FLAVOURED.  Whether you’re a pickle lover or pickle loathe – this will certainly intrigue you.  We found this post on Amazon, and we’re been totally perplexed by it ever since.  Photo cred: Amazon These candy canes are, singlehandedly, showing savoury lovers that there are sweets out there for everyone. And, if these aren’t […]

10 years ago

So, with this crappy year drawing to a close, it’s gotten us wondering whether there is a God at all. UNTIL NOW.  Following an article we posted the other day, we, along with the rest of Ireland, mourned the loss of some incredible treats that used to be available back in the day.  And the […]

10 years ago

This time of year can be tough for everyone.  Between the pressures of spending money, loads of work, lack of sleep and forced socialising, it’s no wonder that so many can feel the heat during the coldest time of the year.  However, the pressures have been significantly lessened for the youth of this country dealing […]

10 years ago

Brace yourselves people, the big man is here. Look busy.  He’s been scoping out the place in preparation for the big day ahead, God bless him.  Here he is just hangin’ out in Jervis Street shopping centre. Look at him go! However, the long nights these days have clearly had an effect on him, as […]

10 years ago

Google has revealed the inner wants and musings of a nation after releasing a list of the top searched for items of the year in Ireland. To be expected, Dublin persons, events and news stories featured heavily in the top search terms. Conor McGregor, Bruce Springsteen, Pat Hickey and Dublin Bus all rate highly, but the top spot goes to Euro 2016, confirming that […]

10 years ago

While this morning’s weather left much to the imagination, the evening is set to get better, according to Met Éireann.  Outbreaks of rain overnight. Lows 6-8 Celcius.Wet in the east to start Wednesday but drier weather will spread from the west. Highs 7-10C — Met Éireann (@MetEireann) December 13, 2016 Rain over Leinster and much […]

10 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade is made up of a troop of brave men and women, caring souls and great Twitter users. However, one of their latest tweets is no laughing matter.  Last night, their Twitter page posted this video: #DFB12Days This fire safety video shows the difference between a dry tree (left) & a well watered tree […]

10 years ago

Motorists have been warned to take caution as traffic approaching Dublin grinds to a halt following two separate crashes along the M4. The crashes happened shortly after 7am. According to the AA, the collisions were at J7 Maynooth and J6 Celbridge of the Sligo to Dublin road. KILDARE: Collision on M4 e’bound at J6 Celbridge in right lane. […]

10 years ago

What fantastic news to report.  The Luas #fillatram initiative collected over 8,000 gifts (yep, EIGHT THOUSAND) 350 meals and 60 haircuts for the homeless yesterday at the Connolly Station Luas Stop. What fantastic news! And that’s a shoe box wrap!! Over 8,000 gifts, 350 meals and 60 haircuts for the homeless @ICHHDUBLIN #helpfillatram pic.twitter.com/gx3uWBwfi7 — Luas […]

10 years ago

Skerries bakery Cáca Milis surprised one of its loyal customers, birthday girl Leanne, with this incredible McDonalds Chicken Nuggets cake.  Behold, the chicken nugget cake: The cake was posted up by the café itself, and it said in its entirety: Some girls want a handbag cake for their birthday and others want a chicken nugget […]

10 years ago

Hollywood actress, Ellen Page, has been spotted in Dublin a few times lately, and this time she was caught on her morning coffee run. She’s knocking around shooting her new movie, The Third Wave. But, where does the well-known Juno actress get her coffee from? Premium roasters, 3fe, of course.  Just ur average Thursday and u bump into @EllenPage […]

10 years ago

A Dublin couple made the trip to the National Lottery offices on Abbey Street today to collect the enormous sum of this week’s €11,345,002 Lotto jackpot. The pair won the prize in Saturday’s draw, with a Quick Pick ticket bought that day in the Spar at the Top Service Station, Amiens Street. They didn’t realise they had even won until […]

10 years ago

Rumours started circulating the other day about The Notorious being the newest face to join the Game Of Thrones cast, and more info was just released that seems to suggest they were right. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Conor McGregor Official (@thenotoriousmma) on Dec 2, 2016 at 7:30pm PST UFC president […]

10 years ago

Healthy eating lovers rejoice, the newest of the Sprout trilogy has hit Dublin City, and it boasts the best views in the whole city.  The new café is a continuation of the Dawson and Mount Street eateries, but in a super slick building. The Kirwan lads have set up shop in an old boathouse on Sir […]

10 years ago

The story of the Mayo GAA curse is one we’ve all heard about once or twice.  But to hear it on Countdown? Well, that’s a shocker.  Putting Foxford on the map, Northern Irish guest panellist, Colin Murray, informed all the watchers, players and lovers of the show of the 1951 curse.  Madness. Mayo 4 Sam! READ NEXT: Here’s […]

10 years ago

This is not a good morning for road users… But, why? Well, first of all, it’s raining. You know the way.  Second of all, yesterday, a Luas was struck by a car near Tallaght, meaning the Red Line was having difficulties.  Dublin Traffic – Collision involving the Luas and a car at Tallaght – Luas […]

10 years ago

Grafton Street’s Christmas decorations are something to be marvelled at, year in, year out.  Between the twinkling lights and giant bows, you almost don’t know where to look. Buuut, we may have found the best decoration of all from this year – this giant mistletoe hanging outside Weir & Sons. Check it out! Best Christmas […]

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