Blindboy Boatclub (or Blindboy Boathouse as Ryan Tubridy referred to him) from The Rubberbandits appeared on last night’s The Late Late Show.  The Limerick ‘gas cuntist’ appeared alongside broadcaster Ivan Yates, artist Robert Ballagh, and writer Martina Devlin, who didn’t seem too impressed to be sitting beside this chap with a plastic bag on his face. The four […]

10 years ago

Wicklow has never looked so good. When visiting home over Christmas, Irish director David Magnier cut together some aerial footage of the county which he shot from a drone to create this video, entitled Wicklow – From Above.  It really is such a beautiful place and very refreshing to come home to, even in the depths of winter.  David Magnier […]

10 years ago

A protest is now in progress to save buildings on Dublin’s Moore Street that date back to the 1916 Rising. Demolition work was set to take place on the properties yesterday in order to build a shopping centre, but protestors had occupied the buildings forcing workers to halt their activity. The protestors have since hung a sign on the front of […]

10 years ago

The first proper week back at work is at an end and you’re confronted with a dilemma of Shakespearean proportions: to drink or not to drink? It’s getting about that time of the month where you just say, ‘fuck it’ to New Year’s resolutions and scoff at Past You’s commitment to Dry January. We know your pain. […]

10 years ago

For the fans of ‘Making A Murderer’ out there (like ourselves), here’s some big news: the White House have just weighed in on the case. If you’re unfamiliar with the show and you’re thinking about watching it, beware you’re entering spoiler territory.  The show follows the shambolic trial and incarceration of Steven Avery, a Wisconsin man who […]

10 years ago

Ever noticed just how ridiculous all those toothpaste ads are where the dentists heartily endorse a certain brand of toothpaste? Well so have Irish comedy trio Foil Arms and Hog. Watch as they brilliantly send up dental hygiene commercials with their ad for ‘Sensocare’… READ NEXT: Bogger In The Big City? This ‘How To Speak Dublin’ Guide Was Made […]

10 years ago

If you’re single and adventurous, step right up. Channel 4’s hit show First Dates has just made its way to our shores in a production for COCO Television and RTÉ2.  If you haven’t seen the show, it features multiple blind dates taking place in one restaurant as everyone at home watches how they get on… whether it goes swimmingly or disastrously.  It’s […]

10 years ago

Making A Murderer is a Netflix show that has demanded the attention of millions around the world in the past few weeks. Many of you will have binged on it over the holidays (just like our team), while others will be meaning to get stuck into it later tonight. Well if you haven’t seen it, maybe don’t watch […]

10 years ago

Homelessness remains a major problem in Ireland, but efforts to combat it are increasing all the time, such as this charity event taking place on January 28.   The ‘Where The Heart Is’ art auction will take place at 12 Henrietta Street at the end of the month, with all funds raised going to a homelessness charity group. Organiser Evan Musgrave said, […]

10 years ago

Most hotels would probably put a forgotten toy in a lost & found box, but not this one. After a young guest left behind their little rabbit, Adare Manor Hotel started documenting the experience of the lonely teddy, awaiting the return of his owner in the lap of luxury. Think of it as the stuffed animal version of Kevin McAllister. […]

10 years ago

The return to work was a titanic effort yesterday, made all the more difficult by the obligation to discuss how everybody’s holidays went. Nobody was in the mood for that shit, but you feel like you have to. But not this guy. This guy placed an ingenious sign on his desk that would satisfy his […]

10 years ago

Ah, Come Dine With Me. For the uninitiated, the Channel 4 programme sees randomers competing to throw the best dinner party over the course of the week to win a £1,000 prize.  It seemed like everybody was watching it a few years back, before suddenly losing interest, but it’s moments like this that remind us that it’s still great viewing. At the […]

10 years ago

Ever try to sleep on public transport, only to realise that there’s no position for your unsupported neck that’s even remotely comfortable? Well no more. This ingenious invention was designed by Californian Josh Woodle of Hynos Hoodie, who set up a Kickstarter campaign in order to make his hi-concept jumper a reality. And it seems that people like the idea of […]

10 years ago

A free app has just been launched to help reduce the amount of sugar in people’s diets. The app is was created as part of the Change4Life campaign by Public Health England in response to recent revelations that children aged four to ten years old are consuming 22kg of added sugar per year. It’s hoped that the […]

10 years ago

You’re nearly there guys, just a few more hours till hometime and the first Monday back after the holidays will be done and dusted. However, you probably feel like you need to be boring after the festive season. Have a quiet night in. Cook a tediously healthy dinner. Maybe even hit the gym. Besides, you’re broke anyway, so you may as […]

10 years ago

The release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens just before Christmas was huge for Irish tourism due to the inclusion of our very own island, Skellig Michael. Off the coast of Kerry, the island was once home to an ancient Christian monastery and appeared in the blockbuster as the home of the Jedi. This video was […]

10 years ago

This’ll get ya right in the ticker. If you’ve ever perused the Twitter account of Dublin Fire Brigade, you’ll know that sometimes they post some pretty heartwarming stuff, like this photo of several of their firefighters after they helped deliver a baby last night.   In a joint effort between Swords FF/Ps,@AmbulanceNAS and mum, we successfully delivered a baby boy […]

10 years ago

Many of us have only just started back at work and it was bloody tough getting out of bed this morning. We’ve talked about the joys of Christmas and what the return to normality afterwards is like (some of us think January isn’t so bad, whole others think it’s the worst month of the feckin’ year), but Twisted […]

10 years ago

It’s McDonald’s, but not as we know it. Hong Kong is now home to a whole new version of the fast food chain, in fact it’s so different that you’d never recognise it if not for its standard yellow M out the front: this is McDonald’s Next. What sets it apart from an ordinary McD’s? See for […]

10 years ago

Ever wondered how our internet speed stacks up against our European neighbours? Wonder no longer. This map was posted on Reddit using figures from Netindex.com and it compares the internet speeds of 27 different EU members. Across all the countries included on the map, the average speed is 28.70 megabits per second (Mbps). Ireland comes in far below that figure […]

10 years ago

It’s Sunday morning and you’re thinking brunch. Or maybe you’re just thinking you want a big breakfast or a decent lunch, but what’s the actual difference?  You don’t wanna be too decadent though, you’re still recovering from the calorie overload that was Christmas. But still, the thought of having something boring like muesli just isn’t doing it for you… But never […]

10 years ago

Most of the country will not be venturing outside the house tonight and that’s pretty fair. You’ve spent a tonne of cash over Christmas, drank and eaten far too much, and you just wanna curl up at home and vegetate. It’s times like this that possession of your sibling’s Netflix password is a fucking godsend. Now we know the problem with Netflix is […]

10 years ago

Iarnród Éireann has announced that certain DART services will not be running today due to disruption caused by the recent severe weather. The stormy conditions have resulted in damage to overhead power lines, meaning that DARTs are operating from Dalkey to Howth/Malahide only today.  However, Dublin Bus will honour rail tickets. For further updates on Irish Rail services, visit their Twitter account here. […]

10 years ago

With everyone in a state of guilt after their festive over-indulgence, January is always the busiest time of year for gyms everywhere. Uploaded by Buff Dudes, this video is a documentary-style look at the inside of your local gym when the New Year’s resolutions kick in. Hilariously accurate. READ NEXT: Here’s The Second Part To THAT Irish Sex Ed Video […]

10 years ago

Martin’s Life is back with another hilarious video giving us an insight in his world, this time he’s giving us a look at Christmas Eve in his household. See his parents try to choose between Willy Wanker or Mucaulay Culkett on the TV and discuss how Christmas was different back in their day.  Fierce comical altogether. READ NEXT: 21 Unmistakable […]

10 years ago

Christmas is that magical time of year when families come together to watch TV in the same room. The problem, however, is that everybody wants to watch something feckin’ different. And so the annual battle for control of the TV ensues.  In fact, studies have shown that this is the biggest cause of arguments for families on Christmas […]

10 years ago

One in six Irish people now live abroad so there’s a lot of homesickness out there, especially at Christmas. But what do these expats miss most about the Emerald Isle? That’s what Seán Burke set out to illustrate in his latest skit. Accurate and pretty feckin’ funny. READ NEXT: 17 Things You’ll Recognise When You’re An Irish Person Living Abroad

10 years ago

Fair play to Paddy Power, this is class. The newly-crowned heavyweight boxing champion of the world caused controversy recently after he publicly made homophobic remarks. The BBC Sports Personality of the Year Awards were even picketed by gay rights campaigners who opposed the boxer’s nomination. So Paddy Power did what they do best and pulled a […]

10 years ago

Ah here. Last night Miss Universe 2015 was held in Las Vegas and was hosted by American TV host Steve Harvey. Watch as Harvey accidentally says that Miss Colombia won, even allows her to be crowned and receive the bouquet, before admitting that he made a bit of a boo-boo. So so awkward… READ NEXT: Looks Like Ireland Is […]

10 years ago

The weather in Ireland was so mild for the past few days and everybody got lulled into a false sense of security, but now it seems we’re due for another cold snap. While weather people have recently stated that the white Christmas we were all hoping for is now off the cards, it’s looking likely that the country […]

10 years ago

These lads are a real pack of messers, God love ’em. If you haven’t seen them already, these guys dressed up as the Coca Cola Christmas truck for their 12 pubs yesterday (carrying on a tradition they started last year where they dressed up as a selection box). However, it seems the childhood friends not only dressed as […]

10 years ago

If you’re one of those people who can’t wait for winter in Ireland to end, you might be happy with the news that Ryanair are doing a massive sale right now. The airline have announced that seats will go from €9.99 over 500 European routes including Paris, Amsterdam, London, and Cologne. Better act fast though, the […]

10 years ago

With Christmas just a week away, many of us will be getting the last of our shopping down in the city centre today. So while you’re there, you may as well check out the spectacle that’s taking place at the GPO this afternoon. Dublin City Council has organised pop-up performances around the city in the […]

10 years ago

If you’re doing your shopping in Dublin today, keep an eye out for this human Christmas Coca Cola truck. You might remember this group of friends from last year, when they went viral after dressing up as a giant selection box. Initially the idea of Craig Jago (the Curly Wurly), these childhood friends from Tallaght, Templeogue and Drimnagh decided to […]

10 years ago

Now this is a sweet video, but it packs a powerful message for everyone. Uploaded by ALONE, a charity which supports elderly people, the video features some of the oldest people the organisation works with as they talk about some of their most precious childhood Christmas memories. ALONE wants to bring attention to the fact that so many […]

10 years ago

It’s a good day for ignorance. A poll conducted by Public Policy Polling asked Republican voters in the US if they were in favour of bombing the city of Agrabah (the fictional one from Disney’s Aladdin) in order to fight terrorism and a staggering 30% of those polled were in favour. Let me repeat that: 30% of Republican voters […]

10 years ago

Well this is brilliant. The folks over at the Primark’s HQ had the bright idea this year to dress as chocolate bars you’d find in a selection box as a fun way to raise money for charity before Christmas.  They were clearly inspired by these jokers from last year. Hannah McIIroy, one of the participants […]

10 years ago

It appears one Dublin pop up has discovered our one weakness: free food and booze. Love & Robots has decided to make the pre-Christmas shopping experience a little less arduous by offering shoppers complimentary mulled wine and mince pies.  They’ve also announced that ‘Christmas jazz’ will be performed at the shop, so they’re really trying to help Dublin’s festive shoppers chill […]

10 years ago

Prepare yourself for a distinctly warm and fuzzy sensation. Today at Dublin airport Martin Mulroe proposed to his girlfriend Louise Mooney in front of crowds assembled at arrivals, while boys and girls of Portmarnock Community School provided some festive background music. Happily, she said yes! Great excitement in T2 @DublinAirport today when Martin Mulroe proposed to Louise Mooney & she said […]

10 years ago

Here’s how you respond to someone who announces it’s too cold for ice cream: first off, reply with “RUDE!“, then tell them to visit Jinny Joes. The ice cream parlour has been around for awhile in Crumlin, but they’ve only recently set up shop on Meath Street. The dessert dispensary specialises in the most decadent of sundaes. […]

10 years ago

Star Wars: The Force Awakens is just about to be released and many of us are ridiculously excited about it. Channelling the spirit of what made the originals great (and leaving all that’s shit about the prequels firmly behind), the latest instalment of the space opera looks like it’s gonna be properly exciting. Not only that, […]

10 years ago

As Star Wars fever sets in across the world, Dublin’s Spire has just gotten in on the act. With the highly anticipated The Force Awakens (it’s a safe bet it’ll be the highest grossing movie ever) getting released in Ireland tomorrow, Dublin’s massive (and kinda ridiculous) monument has been transformed into a giant fuck-off lightsaber and it’s BRILLIANT. Take a […]

10 years ago

Bill Murray hit the nail on the head when he said Christmas is all about waking up and realising that life is just good. It’s when we take stock of the year and show our loved ones we care in the best way possible: by giving each other shit. If the festive cheer hasn’t set in […]

10 years ago

Christmas is coming up fast and here’s a great way to get in the festive spirit: going to see Home Alone on the big screen this Friday night. Everyone has their Christmas traditions of watching their favourite movies and Home Alone has got to be one of the most beloved. Are you one of those people who’ve never seen the flick? Then […]

10 years ago

It appears the nation won’t be forgetting Teresa Mannion’s amazing weather report on Storm Desmond anytime soon. Created by Screen Splat, this video takes footage from various zombie movies and overlays it with the RTÉ reporter’s impassioned plea for the public to remain indoors. The result is absolutely perfect. Check it out above and let us know what […]

10 years ago

It’s tough being a beautiful person. Newly released research has revealed that men in the workplace are less likely to get promotions if their superiors believe the candidate is more physically attractive than themselves. Conducted by the University College London’s School of Management, the study suggests that while these handsome gents may be considered technically right for a position, they are more […]

10 years ago

Mystic Mac strikes again. McGregor has been criticised by some for talking shit in the past, but it’s not really shit-talk if you can actually make good on it, which is exactly what he does. Several times in the past, the Dubliner has made predictions that have all come to pass. Like in the video […]

10 years ago

Say what you will about Conor McGregor, but he’s just demonstrated real class with his latest gesture. McGregor’s rise may seem meteoric to most and his victory over Aldo might have taken just 13 seconds in the Octagon, but in his latest Facebook post he’s quick to point out it was years in the making. In a show of humility, the mixed martial […]

10 years ago

After about a year of big talk from Conor McGregor about how he was going to annihilate José Aldo in the Octagon, the UFC fighter has more than lived up to his word. The anticipation was high in Las Vegas before the fight even took place, it seemed the fans already knew The Notorious had it in […]

10 years ago

Christmas is a nostalgic time for everyone. When you’re surrounded by family on Christmas Day, you invariably reminisce over Christmases past, back in the rare auld times when you still believed in Santa. Maybe we’re slightly biased, but we can say we utter confidence that it was infinitely better back then than it is now. […]

10 years ago