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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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) […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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“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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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It comes just a few months after their final farewell gigs. This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. The Wolfe Tones have announced their return to the stage with two massive Dublin gigs. That’s right, the Dublin-formed group who played their final farewell shows in June […]

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A Guide to the Holy Mess That Is the Office Christmas Party – Saints, Sinners, and Sambuca Shots Galore! Ah, the office Christmas party where the office craic gets dialled up to 90 (or at least 70, depending on the bar tab). It’s a sacred pilgrimage we must all undertake, armed only with goodwill, a […]

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Best hot chocolate in Dublin. Bet your ears perked up at that one, didn’t they? If you’re on the hunt for a good hot cup of cocoa, then read on as I’ve rounded up some of my top picks. Hot chocolate season is probably one of my most favourite seasons of all. A warm hug […]

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We all know the feeling. Day twenty-something in the lead up to Christmas, you’re on yet another festive night out with your school friends/college friends/work colleagues – who can say at this point? It’s the time of the year when all groups and social commitments seem to merge into one. Despite feeling like you never […]

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December is almost upon us, and so too is our urge for a festive pint amidst a sea of lights and evergreen garlands. As November draws to a close, there’s an ever-growing cohort of people that start tentatively bringing decorations down from the attic, sneaking the odd festive bop into their playlists and generally allowing […]

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Tis the season, after all. With just weeks until the big day, Dublin cafés all over the county are baking up mince pies. Some have even put their own spin on the most festive treat. If mince pies are one of your fave parts of Christmas, then make sure you get down to one (or […]

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Something to get you in the festive spirit if it hasn’t quite hit yet. Instead of one large Christmas market in the centre of the city, like many cities across Europe, Dublin has several Christmas markets, if you know where to look for them. Many of the classics have ceased operating in recent years, leading […]

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Silly season is back again, the perfect time to gather with friends and family Looking for somewhere to dine and imbibe with your mates, but not willing to perch somewhere short of space and lacking in room? Well look no further – we’ve brainstormed the best and roomiest restaurants in Dublin city where you can […]

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According to the project director, overseas contractors will supply some personnel. The MetroLink project in Dublin is expected to need around 8,000 staff, a committee has been told. Director of the MetroLink programme, Sean Sweeney, said the biggest contracts for the 19km Dublin-to-Swords rail line are expected to go to international firms, some of which will bring […]

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F-Spine operations began last month. Residents in Finglas have raised concerns about F-Spine bus changes. Such concerns were raised at a public meeting on the BusConnects Finglas routes which took place last night. F-Spine operations began last month and were immediately met with complaints and controversy. Locals criticised daily cancellations, frequency cuts on the 23, […]

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The man developing the project says he hasn’t given up. A city cable car scheme in Dublin is back on the table 20 years after it’s original proposal. The plan to install cable cars over the River Liffey was originally proposed in 2006 but was subsequently shelved after failing to gain permission from the city […]

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