The Liberties establishment is set to expand its delicious offerings. A popular Michelin Star Dublin restaurant is set to open a second location. Variety Jones in The Liberties will be expanding its delicious offerings as they look set to open a new venture over the coming weeks. Chef Keelan Higgs and his brother Aaron opened […]

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Downstairs at The Stapleton has a stellar offer this BH weekend. The city’s newest underground snug bar is pouring €5 pints this Bank Holiday weekend. April fools is over, we’re not joking! Tucked beneath the buzz of South William Street, Downstairs at The Stapleton is Dublin’s latest cosy haunt, and it’s already shaping up to […]

2 weeks ago

It was released into the River Liffey in 2006. A plastic duck, which was released into a Dublin river 20 years ago has washed up over 100 miles away on the Scottish isle of Islay. In 2006 over 150,000 ducks were released from Dublin’s Millennium Bridge in an attempt to raise money for charity. The […]

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Easter weekend is upon us and that means only one thing: Hot Cross Buns. Well, technically it also means chocolate eggs, roast dinners, and an uptick in pastel tableware. But for those of us with a soft spot for seasonal bakes, the arrival of hot cross buns is the real celebration. These sweet, spiced, fruit-studded […]

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Transport Infrastructure Ireland aims to have the process concluded by the end of June. The State is looking to purchase over 100 Dublin homes ahead of the construction of the MetroLink. Talks have begun between MetroLink officials and some affected homeowners, with compulsory purchase orders also being issued to some city-centre homes owned by Dublin […]

3 weeks ago

With several viral US food chains opening their doors, it seems Ireland’s gone stateside for supper It feels like each week now we find ourselves hearing of another viral food chain opening somewhere in the country. From Wingstop to Taco Bell, Dublin to Cork – it’s no longer a question of if these chains will […]

1 month ago

The Anti-Hero singer stayed in the home on Clonskeagh Road during the summer of 2021. The luxury Dublin home that Taylor Swift once rented has hit the market for €5.25 million. The Anti-Hero singer stayed in 5 St James Terrace on Clonskeagh Road during the summer of 2021 with her then-boyfriend, Joe Alwyn, who was in Ireland […]

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The incident occurred yesterday in Balbriggan. An arrest has been made after a cyclist was killed in a truck crash in Dublin. The incident occurred on Dublin Street, Balbriggan, shortly after 12.30pm yesterday, March 16. The male cyclist, aged in his 70s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Coroner has been notified with a […]

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“What started as an idea is now becoming a reality.” Helios Sauna are set to open Ireland’s first ever floating sauna in Dublin. The group famous for their sauna experiences across the capital and beyond announced today that the floating sauna will open at Dún Laoghaire Harbour this May. View this post on Instagram A […]

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The Die for Me singer will play the 3Arena this year. Zayn Malik has announced his first ever Irish gig. That’s right, the Die for Me singer will light up Dublin’s 3Arena on May 14 as part of the KONNAKOL Tour. It will be his first solo gig in Ireland, and his first time performing […]

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Moonpig’s Mother’s Day Tattoo Takeover 2.0 returns, bigger, bolder and in full bloom Moonpig’s Mother’s Day Tattoo Takeover is returning to Dublin. Following last year’s success, Moonpig will be taking over Drury Street’s iconic Heartbreak Social Club, with this year’s event set to be even bigger and bolder. The takeover will take place from 11am-7pm […]

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Mother’s Day is fast approaching and if you haven’t got anything booked, we’re here to help. Though we hardly need an occasion to celebrate our lovely Mammy’s, Mother’s Day is still an excuse to show them how much they mean to us. So whether you’re looking for a fancy meal, fun event, or a couple […]

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From cafés to fine dining – here are the best new openings around the city and county this past month. Brighter skies, longer days and spring’s impending arrival are not all there is to be excited about. Over the past month, new openings means there’s even more to talk about when it comes to Dublin’s […]

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The festival highlights art and performances from Ireland’s disability community. Disrupt Disability Arts Festival is set to return to Dublin with its biggest programme yet. One of Ireland’s most progressive arts festivals is back next month with a line-up of theatre, dance, visual arts and much more. Delivered in accessible formats both in person at […]

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The win comes after Sam’s seven-year career with Revenue’s Customs Service. A Dublin drug detection dog has won a Hero Award ahead of his retirement. Nine-year-old Cocker Spaniel Sam, was announced as the overall winner of The Golden Paw Hero Dog Awards 2026, sponsored by Agria, at a special ceremony last weekend. The event highlighted […]

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It’s not looking like the weather will improve anytime soon… Heavy rain and unsettled weather is set to batter Dublin as Storm Dave brews in the Atlantic. That is according to Met Éireann, which has warned that wet conditions are expected across the capital today, tonight and into tomorrow. This comes as fears grow that […]

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Let the ticket war commence. Foo Fighters will be playing a last minute secret gig in Dublin tomorrow. That’s right, the American rock band will light up The Academy tomorrow night, with tickets going onsale at 12pm today. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Academy (@academydublin) The 850 capacity venue announced […]

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The premises is set to be taken over. A restaurant on Baggot Street has closed its doors after 36 years. In a statement on Instagram today, Malaysian restaurant Langkawi announced they would be closing its doors as their premises is set to be taken over. The team wrote: “This restaurant has been more than a […]

2 months ago

The new album doesn’t come out for another three weeks. A handful of lucky Dubliner’s were chosen to listen to Harry Styles’ new album ahead of its release. It was announced last week that album listening parties would be taking place in several cities, including Dublin, allowing some lucky fans to hear the highly-anticipated record […]

2 months ago

The issue was raised at the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport today. Dublin Bus drivers are seeking that high-visibility (hi-vis) clothing become mandatory for cyclists and e-scooter users. The issue was raised by the National Bus and Railworkers’ Union (NBRU) at a Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport today, at which professional drivers highlighted their concerns […]

2 months ago

The newly opened hotel is seeking a High Court injunction against the late night venue over noise. Yamamori Izakaya has issued a statement amid the Hoxton Hotel protests. Protests have been plentiful following Trinity Hospitality, who are behind the newly opened Hoxton Hotel on George’s Street, seeking a High Court injunction against Yamamori Izakaya over […]

2 months ago

The central Dublin neighbourhood is home to some of the cities funkiest spots. Home to the Guinness Storehouse, trendy café’s, and stunning vintage shops, The Liberties has been dubbed the ‘Brooklyn of Dublin’. Although The Liberties is one of Dublin’s most historic and character-filled neighbourhoods, over the past ten years it has been home to […]

2 months ago

We’re getting there… The first stages of the MetroLink have entered the tender process. They have entered the tender process at the maximum value of just under €8 billion minus VAT, however Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) expects the project’s bids to be much less than this. In a statement, they revealed they are inviting bids […]

2 months ago

Because friendship love is real love too. We’re just going to skip the whole “we should celebrate our friends every day not just one day of the year” because sometimes it is okay to just go above and beyond to show love to our gals. Valentine’s can be the best excuse to go all out […]

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The iconic street is getting a facelift. A major revamp of Meath Street in The Liberties is set to begin this month. Dublin City Council and Cairn Construction will begin the long-awaited revitalisation of Meath Street this month. The remodel will include new paving, improved pedestrian facilities, street trees, and landscaping designed to bolster traditional […]

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The Croke Park game last year was a massive success. Dublin will not host an NFL international game in 2026, the league has confirmed. Last September, the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers went head to head in a sold-out Croke Park with Steelers triumphing 24-21. Thousands of American fans flew to Ireland for the game, […]

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It just fell short of cities like London and Zurich. Dublin’s rent prices have climbed to the fourth-highest in Europe, according to the website Numbeo. The cost-of-living website ranked 141 cities based on average rent prices, with London topping the list, just ahead of Zurich and Geneva, while Dublin placed fourth. The capital ranked ahead […]

2 months ago

Twenty-two drivers failed to appear before the court. €428,000 in fines were handed down to M50 toll evaders in court yesterday. Twenty-two drivers were penalised with fines ranging from €15,000 to €25,000 after they failed to appear before the court. One driver was recorded to have totalled 1,220 unpaid tolls, with Judge Anthony Halpin handing […]

2 months ago

The challenge aims to transform the customer experience. A €60,000 innovation project has been launched by Dublin Bus with an aim of transforming the customer experience. Dublin Bus Innovation (DBI) funding challenge, will run alongside the slogan ‘Your idea could change everything’. They are looking to hear from bold thinkers, creative disruptors, and anyone whose […]

3 months ago

One TD stated that the flexibility would ensure fans can watch late-night games together safely. Calls have been made for later pub opening hours should Ireland qualify for this summer’s FIFA World Cup. Independent TD Barry Heneghan has urged the Minister for Justice, Jim O’Callaghan, to temporarily extend pub licensing hours temporarily. The Dublin Bay […]

3 months ago

It included the addition of 14 steps and a ramp. The construction of a new entrance into a south Dublin park cost over €750k. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has revealed that the project at Deer Park in Mount Merrion cost significantly more than ‘initial cost estimates’. Funding for the park, which is run by […]

3 months ago

Because what’s the fun in walking if there’s no reward of a pint at the end? If your new year’s resolution happened to involve exercising more, walking more, or just moving more in general, then hitting off on some gorgeous hikes is definitely a good way to do it. Luckily, here in Ireland we are […]

3 months ago

If you’re spending your January eating more plants, here are some spots you gotta try. January brings lots of new things. New year, new resolutions, new you. And, every January over 25 million people worldwide eat try to eat vegan diet. Why, you may ask? Well it’s no secret at this point that eating more […]

3 months ago

Any takers? A historic 19th century defence tower is currently for sale in Dublin for €375,000. Located directly above Donabate beach, Martello tower was built in the 1800s with an aim of defending against a possible Napoleon invasion. It hosts ‘uninterrupted panoramas of Lambay Island, the Howth Peninsula, Balcarrick Beach, and the Malahide Estuary’. The […]

3 months ago

Some delicious meals that won’t break the bank! The dreary and dull long days of January have well and truly set in. Skies are dark, rain is pouring, and saying ‘ah, sure it’s Christmas’ for the entirety of December has left a good dent in your wallet. Fear not! We’ve put together a list of […]

3 months ago

Some delicious eats to get you through the dullest month. January can often feel like a never ending month of dull skies and empty pockets, and some day all you need to get by is a lovely bitta grub. So, from caffeine to quesadillas, here are some of the best spots to eat this months […]

3 months ago

The bars at the airport sold over than 1.2 million pints of Guinness this year. Guinness and Tayto consumption surged at Dublin Airport in 2025, according to the Dublin Airport Authority (daa). New figures from the operator at Dublin Airport showed that the bars at the airport sold over than 1.2 million pints of Guinness […]

3 months ago

Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien shared the good news. Judicial review proceedings into Dublin’s Metrolink rail line have been withdrawn. A number of south Dublin residents lodged the application for a judicial review of An Coimisiún Pleanála’s decision to approve the project. The €9.5 billion project will have a terminus around Charlemont. Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) […]

4 months ago

They will replace the original fleet which have been in service since 1984. The Department of Transport has ordered 100 new energy-efficient DART trains. This follows two recent orders for new DART trains, bringing the total invested by the Government in new electric-powered DART trains to approximately €670 million. Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien commented […]

4 months ago

Sure, don’t we know it. A new report from Inrix has named Dublin is Europe’s third most congested city, and the eleventh in the world. Yikes! Drivers in Dublin lost around 95 hours to traffic this year, four more than in London and eight more than in LA. Sure, don’t we know it. Delays have […]

4 months ago

Four of the top 10 movies were released between 1946-1990. Ireland’s favourite Christmas movie has been revealed. With the big day just around the corner, new research from Virgin Media Ireland has resulted in a list of the countries most-loved festive flicks. The new study compiled the top 100 highest-grossing Christmas films and analysed their search volumes each December since 2021. The […]

4 months ago

“Ah, sure wasn’t it lovely.” If you were to describe Ireland in a couple of words it’s likely that wholesome would be thrown in there. You know, “ah, sure wasn’t it lovely” vibes. Incase you’re scrambling to find ’em, here are some of the most wholesome Irish moments of 2025: Palestinian Activist accepting award for […]

4 months ago

The plan would see the line extended to Finglas with four additional stops. Plans to extend the Luas green line have been challenged in court. The extension plan, which would see a 4 kilometer stretch from Broombridge to Charlestown got planning approval in October 2025. It would see four additional stops added to the line […]

4 months ago

We don’t know if it’s the fire or the pints, but something is keeping us warm. Short days and low temperatures can only mean one thing. Cosy pints by the fire. While summer is all about catching some rays in one of the city’s vast array of beer gardens, winter means finding a comfy seat […]

4 months ago

We are just spoiled for choice. 2025 has been a year of new beginnings. A new president, new reality TV shows, and even new tunes to play after a victorious GAA match. Ashtons Located in Clonskeagh Down by the river in Clonskeagh, Ashton’s has quietly become one of the city’s most inviting new dining spots […]

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Mulled wine is one of those ‘things‘ in life that grows on you the older you get… With the dark, cold and wintery evenings coming in thick and fast, there’s nothing like curling up in a cosy pub snug with a mug of mulled wine in hand. We’re imagining the wall of heat coming from […]

4 months ago

For when you completely forget to book Forgetting to book somewhere for dinner is the adult equivalent of forgetting to take something out of the freezer for your Mam. It leaves you feeling an indescribable sense of panic and the uncomfortable knowledge that you won’t be having any dinner. Unlike forgetting to take the chicken […]

4 months ago

Want to make the most of what Dublin has to offer this Christmas? Here are some festive winter activities to add to your to-do list… Whether you’re flying home to Dublin for the festive season, or making the most of festive feels in your home city, we’re sure you’ve a lot of Christmas plans in […]

4 months ago

From rock bands to pop royalty, we’re in for a treat next year. Whether it’s outdoors in the summer, or a trip to the 3Arena, Dublin is home to some great gigs. 2025 didn’t disappoint, from pop powerhouses like Olivia Rodrigo and The Script to stadium-filling giants like Oasis and Dua Lipa. And with several […]

4 months ago

Storm Bram has arrived Nearly all of Ireland has been issued Status Orange wind warnings over Storm Bram, which will hit the Emerald Isle today (Tuesday, 9 December). Several Status Orange alerts for the “multi-hazard” weather event have been published, impacting 30 counties. The only two counties not affected are Armagh and Down, though they […]

4 months ago