When it comes to moments that make you proud to be Irish, passing the Marriage Equality referendum is one that definitely stands out for many of us. After a fiercely fought campaign, we all waited with bated breath and dared to dream that FINALLY the law would reflect what we already knew to be true […]

9 years ago

As you might have heard, the Luas was hit by delays across both the Red and Green lines earlier today. The disruption began at 6.30am this morning and is said to be due to technical faults . While the Green Line is now back to normal, the Red Line is currently operating with a 12-minute […]

9 years ago

The DSPCA has said that staff have been left “devastated” by the accidental death of a dog in their care. Buddy aka Ted The Dublin Pug had been dropped at the organisation’s doggie daycare in Rathfarnham by owner Ciara, who was shocked to receive a call an hour later to tell her that her dog […]

10 years ago

Enjoying a good date with the apple of your eye is one of the nicest experiences ever. However, a bad date is definitely number one on the excruciating painful list. Some elements of this you can’t control, such as whether your Tinder date actually looks like his picture or if the lovely evening you have […]

10 years ago

A few days ago, I came across a photo that showed what appeared to be a digital advertisement screen in a restaurant in Oslo. However, the software running the advertisement screen had crashed and was revealing a log of what the software was doing. It turns out, the advertisement screen was using a camera to […]

10 years ago

Ryanair has announced that it is to start trialling connecting flights through one of its Italian airports. The company will offer its first connecting flights through Rome Fiumicino Airport, with ten routes being introduced in the first phase. According to The Irish Times, the move is likely to be the first in a roll-out of connecting flights […]

10 years ago

It’s summer time again and a great chance to catch up with those mates that you haven’t seen in ages. And better still, we’ve found the perfect activity for your gal date. Brown Thomas has just launched what might be the most glam meal in Dublin, as they’ve teamed up with iconic brand Wedgwood to offer […]

10 years ago

Forbidden Fruit is one of Dublin’s best festivals, combining a savage line-up with an unrivalled location in the city centre. This year’s festival takes place over the June Bank Holiday Weekend and includes headliners like Orbital, Aphex Twin, Bon Iver and Booka Shade. And it looks like it’s about to get even better… The organisers […]

10 years ago

There’s something about good weather that makes it almost impossible to stay at home. Instead of hibernating with Netflix on the couch, you just want to be soaking up the sun and the amazing atmosphere around town instead. Unfortunately, a hectic social life can take its toll on your bank balance so we’ve decided to […]

10 years ago

Just when we think that we’ve reached peak doughnut, another new incarnation comes across our desks. The latest? A craft beer doughnut. Franciscan Well are responsible for some pretty delish beers – including the likes of Rebel Red and Chieftain IPA – and now they’ve teamed up with Aungier Danger to bring the flavours of […]

10 years ago

Dublin Fire Brigade has issued a renewed warning over the risk associated with mobile phone chargers. The organisation took to Twitter this week to share an image of a burnt-out charger, revealing that the owner of the device had a “lucky escape”. It warned that the public should always use genuine cables when charging their […]

10 years ago

The summer has finally arrived and after the long and dark months of winter, our thoughts have now turned to booking a lovely holiday to reward ourselves for our hard work. If there’s a better feeling than pulling walking into the concourse of Dublin Airport full of excitement for a few days away, then we […]

10 years ago

If you’re a beer fan, then there’s a new offering that needs to be on your radar. With H41, Heineken® has created a new style of lager: ‘Wild Lager’, made with a rare wild yeast discovered in nature. This yeast is the ‘mother yeast’ of all the lager yeast, including Heineken’s unique A-yeast. The yeast […]

10 years ago

Motorists have been warned to expect delays this afternoon following a collision involving eight cars in Tallaght. The incident took place on the Katherine Tynan Road shortly after 12pm and the route has now been closed while gardaí and ambulance units attend the scene. DUBLIN: Bóthar Katharine Tynan now closed between the Belgard Rd and […]

10 years ago

If there are two words in the English language that were made for each other, it’s ‘bottomless’ and ‘Prosecco’. One of the latest brunch trends in Dublin has seen several restaurants offer unlimited cocktails and bubbles as part of your meal and it is one offer that we are completely on board with. The latest […]

10 years ago

Concerns have been raised that a proposed €10m facelift for College Green could have a negative impact on city traffic. The AA today responded to plans to turn College Green into a car-free, pedestrianised plaza, saying that due care should be given when dealing with the displaced traffic. “It has the potential to be terrific […]

10 years ago

Peanut butter may be a decisive food but those who love it, REALLY love it. If you’re a fan, you are going to be extremely excited about the latest food product to hit our shelves… peanut popcorn. Propercorn are the total geniuses behind this creation, with the Peanut Butter & Almond option arriving on our […]

10 years ago

It’s news to nobody that house prices in Dublin are on the rise but this latest stat has left us completely gobsmacked. The team at Broadsheet noticed that a two-bedroom terraced house in Smithfield was sold for €150,000 in February and resurfaced on Daft.ie this month. Nothing too unusual about that. However, the shocking part […]

10 years ago

Working in the emergency services is a tough job and it can get particularly busy at this time of year. And if you ever wondered just how busy it can get, the latest tweet from Dublin Fire Brigade will be a bit of an eye-opener! The team has revealed that it dealt with 53 fire […]

10 years ago

We’ve been enjoying some ridiculously good weather over the past few days and while things are about to take a turn for the worse, we’re hopeful that there’s a long hot summer ahead. While Netflix binges and Sunday sessions might be our ‘go to’ for the winter months, the summer is a great chance to […]

10 years ago

Irish Rail has warned customers to expect major disruption to services running each Saturday from Heuston Station. Engineering works will be ongoing between Hazelhatch and Thurles on the Dublin/Cork line over the course of June and July, with a knock-on impact on several services. The works will not clash with major events like sports fixtures […]

10 years ago

They announced their happy news last week and now Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin have brought their new arrival home. The couple was spotted leaving the Coombe Hospital following the birth of their first son, Conor Jnr. The MMA star has already taken to social media to share some cute snaps of his first born, […]

10 years ago

We’re very lucky in Dublin to have such a vibrant and diverse food scene in and the best of the bunch were celebrated at a special ceremony last night. The Irish Restaurant Awards took place at the Clayton Hotel, with Chapter One being named as the best restaurant in Ireland. Several other Dublin spots were also hailed […]

10 years ago

A leisurely weekend brunch is one of the nicest ways to unwind after a long week and there’s no shortage of great spots around Dublin to try. San Lorenzos, Whitefriar Grill and Fallon & Byrne are some of the most popular in the city centre but we all have our local haunts that we frequent […]

10 years ago

It’s FINALLY Friday, the sun is shining and we’re all looking for a way to kick off the weekend in style. Well, my friends, here is your plan of action. There is a garden party happening outside Arnotts right now, with outdoor seating and Scrumdiddlys on hand with some of the tastiest, sugar-laden ice-cream creations […]

10 years ago

In a busy city like Dublin, it can be tough to stand out as a new business, with companies always looking for a new angle to grab people’s attention. The folks behind Container Coffee have definitely done that, as they’ve opted for a very avant garde location – in a shipping container. We first noticed the […]

10 years ago

If you’re trying to stay off the booze, the options can be quite limited. Let’s face it, who wants to spend the entire night drinking bottles of Coke or sipping on sparkling water? While non alcoholic beers have been on the market for a while now, the sad reality is that many of them taste […]

10 years ago

One of the best things about Dublin is the wealth of street art around the city and there’s a very cool new addition this morning. A brand new graffiti installation by Maser has popped up at Liffey Street and is the first in a new series of art inspired by Dublin’s Botanic Gardens. “I’ve been […]

10 years ago

Heading for afternoon tea with your mates is definitely one of life’s most indulgent experiences. That said, some venues that things to a whole other level and the new arrival at The Shelbourne might be the best yet. Say hello to Floral Afternoon Tea! The menu for the new tea includes savoury sandwiches like Castletownbere […]

10 years ago

Over the last few years, period dramas like Downtown Abbey have left us dreaming of living our lives in sheer luxury. Unfortunately, our bank balances haven’t quite caught up with our fantasies and most of us have to be content with living in an overpriced bolthole that has more in common with the servant’s quarters […]

10 years ago

There’s no doubt that House Of Cards is one of the best dramas on our TVs at the moment and it’s about to come back with a bang. The new series arrives back on Netflix on May 30 and the first trailer is looking very promising indeed. The 90-second clip is accompanied by a monologue […]

10 years ago

You may never have heard of the #PubCup but believe us when we tell you that it is one of the most fiercely competitive contests in Dublin. This knock-out competition pitted 32 of North Dublin’s finest watering holes against each other and it all come down to the wire now, with just two left in […]

10 years ago

There’s nothing worse than losing a pet so we’re joining in the search for the owner of a beautiful lab who was found on the Northside this weekend. The lovely people at Bang Bang Café in Phibsborough took the dog in after finding him wandering in the area and are currently trying to get him […]

10 years ago

We’re all creatures of habit when we’re drunk. Some of us make questionable choices when it comes to the opposite sex, some of us get into blazing rows with security about not being let into certain Harcourt Street nightclubs, and some of us make a beeline for Rick’s Burgers as soon as the pints kick […]

10 years ago

The weather’s warming up, the days are getting longer and it’s got us dreaming of being at a festival, drink in hand, dancing away without a care in the world. We may be a small island, but jaysus do we know how to party. If you wanted to, you could go to a festival every […]

10 years ago

A march highlighting the need for intervention in the housing crisis will take place in the city this afternoon. The annual May Day march will begin at the Garden Of Remembrance at 2pm and travel towards Liberty Hall, where a rally will take place. According to Newstalk, the demonstration is organised by Dublin Council of […]

10 years ago

If you’re lucky enough to have a furry friend, then you’ll know that we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to places to bring them for a good long walk. Bull Island is one of the most popular spots in the area for such a stroll but it looks like Dublin City Council could be […]

10 years ago

A man in his 70s was hospitalised last night after being struck by a car in Dublin 10. According to The Sun, the elderly man was crossing the road when the collision took place on the Ballyfermot Road shortly after 11.30pm. He is understood to have sustained head injuries and was taken to St James Hospital […]

10 years ago

Payday has finally arrived and it’s a Bank Holiday weekend, which means it’s the perfect time for a bit of Penneys haul. The summer has definitely arrived at the Mary Street branch, with the place bursting with tropical prints, bright colours and a ton of Coachella-style festival fashion. There’s some fab accessories on offer as […]

10 years ago

We all know how fuel can burn a hole in our pockets but this week’s bill could be a bit lighter than usual. Topaz is running a special promotion this weekend to mark the launch of its new ‘Miles’ formula, which they claim lasts up to 3% longer than fuel from other stations. The promotions […]

10 years ago

Sometimes, food hybrids can be a thing of beauty – like the cronut, for example. Other times, they’re just plain wrong. The latest ‘innovation’ is a combination of two of our favourite things – burgers and dumplings. The Momo Burger, created by the Chinese Club in Brooklyn, uses chicken dumplings instead of a regular patty […]

10 years ago

If you pass through Eden Quay on your daily commute, you’re probably aware of plans to ban cars from this area of the North Quays to facilitate increased public transport. The controversial proposals were announced earlier this year and would see drivers restricted from turning right on to O’Connell Bridge or from driving on to […]

10 years ago

If you (or your little ones) have ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at a fire station, then today is your lucky day. The lovely folks over at Dublin Fire Brigade are hosting a family fun day at the Nutgrove Fire Station in Rathfarnham between 1pm and 4pm. Tomorrow 1-4 pm free Family […]

10 years ago

Over €1m has been stolen from Trinity College in a suspected cyber attack. It’s believed that a criminal investigation was launched after police in the UK raised concerns over suspicious transactions relating to the account of the Trinity Foundation, which is the fundraising arm of the college. Trinity confirmed the news in a statement today, with […]

10 years ago

A hotel getaway is the ultimate indulgence and allows you to leave all the stresses of real life behind – even if it’s just for one night. When it comes to relationships, it’s so important to take some time out to enjoy each other’s company and a break from discussing bills, work and in-laws! There are some […]

10 years ago

Motorists are experiencing delays on the M50 this afternoon, following a crash on the M1/M50 interchange. According to AA Roadwatch, the collision took place earlier this morning and is affecting traffic heading from M50 northbound to R139 (Old N32) or the Port Tunnel. While the scene has now been cleared, it’s still have a impact […]

10 years ago

A man in his 40s was hospitalised yesterday after being attacked with a golf club in Dublin 1. According to The Irish Mirror, the attack took place shortly after 2pm at Seville Place when the man was set upon and beaten. There were several witnesses to the shocking attack, which seen the man hit repeatedly […]

10 years ago

A weekend brunch is one of life’s most simple pleasures and we have a new spot for you to add to your list. Green 19 on Camden Street has grown a very loyal following, thanks to their super tasty lunch and dinner offering. And it looks like they’re going to win themselves a few more […]

10 years ago

Shops selling ‘dodgy boxes’ that stream movies and live sport could face prosecution, following a ruling by the European Court Of Justice. Up until recently, the boxes were not affected by copyright law as they streamed the content rather than downloading it on to the device itself. However, a new ruling has established that the […]

10 years ago

Gin might be the trendy spirit at the moment but let us tell you, it’s going to be all about the rum soon. An amazing rum festival is coming to Dublin next weekend and it sounds like it’s going to be an absolute session. Rumbullion is being organised by the folks over at Brewtonic and […]

10 years ago