Genie mac.  This is wonderful.  Apple has today launched a special edition (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, in recognition of more than 10 years of partnership between Apple and (RED) — the AIDS charity founded by Bono.  Some of the proceeds from sales of the new red iPhone, along with other red Apple […]

10 years ago

It’s the most wonderful time of the year.  (not)  It’s SU campaign season, yo.  And these are trying f*cking times.  Our newsfeeds are getting absolutely bludgeoned with video after video, poster after poster and endorsement after cringey endorsement.  But this one? This one has got to be our favourite yet.  Brendan Power is running for DCU SU’s […]

10 years ago

Holy Mary mother of God.  IKEA in Ballymun sold approximately 2,500,000 meatballs in 2016.  That’s A LOT of meatballs.  The Swedish furniture company had roughly three million visitors over 12 months with revenues of almost three million euros per week (!!!).   “We’re very proud to be no. 1 in Ireland for market share. This demonstrates […]

10 years ago

Just another day for Dublin’s heroes.  Today’s rescue? A lil kitty from The Liffey.  Sinead Mc Cool was strolling to work when she saw a cat chasing a plastic bag on Burgh Quay.  “I was walking to work and saw the cat jump into The Liffey after a plastic bag.”  Sinead Mc Cool Sinead immediately rang […]

10 years ago

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses following the death of a pedestrian in Dublin yesterday. The 27-year-old man was killed after being struck by a truck on the M1 Dublin to Belfast Road near the J5 Balbriggan South before 7pm. DUBLIN: There is a serious collision on the M1 northbound at J5 Balbriggan South. Expect delays. https://t.co/qvBPcgxUj8 […]

10 years ago

Tax free salary? Check.  Company accommodation in one of the slickest cities in the world? Check.  Personal chauffeur service? Check.  Medical and dental insurance? Check.  The benefits of an Emirates pilot actually bring a tear to our eye…  The airline is hosting a roadshow in Dublin this week for interested candidates who want to know […]

10 years ago

We’ve seen some gas student union campaign videos in recent years.  I mean, who could forget this one?  In recent days we’ve seen one particular video crop up into our news feeds, with a very star-studded cast.  Niall ‘Beano’ Behan is running for DCU SU President 2017/2018 and has managed to round up some serious support.  […]

10 years ago

Gardaí in Irishtown are appealing for information relating to the whereabouts of missing 17-year-old Eraldo Gjoka. Eraldo was last seen in the Merrion Road area on Tuesday, March 14. He is described as being of slim build, approximately 6’2” in height with brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information regarding Eraldo’s whereabouts is asked […]

10 years ago

Check your cupboards lads, because Lidl is recalling these veg stock cubes.  According to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland, Lidl Ireland is recalling this batch of Kania vegetable stock cubes as the packaging is labelled only in Spanish and Portuguese. Uh-oh.  The vegetable stock cubes contain soya and celery ingredients and may also contain lupin, […]

10 years ago

Yesterday we showed you a serious penthouse out in Dún Laoghaire:  READ: This Penthouse Arguably Has The Most Stunning View In All Of Dublin And this morning we showed you this insane pad for rent in Howth: READ: PICS: You Can Rent This Slick Howth Pad For A Whopping €6k Per Month So, to wrap up a […]

10 years ago

The Paddy’s long weekend sesh will never end.  We’ve been drinking since 5pm Thursday and feel positively alive.  The sun is shining, we’ve beers in the fridge and our wallets are not yet 100% empty.  Go fourth, and plan your Sunday sesh.  1. The Karaoke Club — Workmans  Karaoke plus 80s,90s,00s ‘Guilty Pleasures’ by Colin […]

10 years ago

As someone who lives with one of the fussiest, pickiest and plainest eaters on planet earth, I have long-learned to organise our meals out in places that will accommodate her simple eating habits.  But it’s not always easy in this wonderful, ever-evolving, food-loving city of ours. Coming to a compromise on where to dine has […]

10 years ago

From tomorrow — Monday, March 20 — the right turn from O’Connell Bridge heading east onto Eden Quay will be permitted to public transport only, permanently, to facilitate Luas Cross City. Buses, taxis and bicycles will still be able to use the route.  But all other vehicles who wish to access Eden Quay will have […]

10 years ago

A male teenager was hospitalised after being struck by a car on Memorial Road near Custom House Quay yesterday afternoon.  Emergency services rushed to the scene just before 1pm. The teenager, believed to be a cyclist, was transported to the Mater and then moved to Beaumont Hospital where he’s said to be in serious condition. […]

10 years ago

There is total chaos on Dublin roads right now.  Drivers and bus users, here’s all you need to know: M50 The M50 southbound is temporarily closed at J14 Leopardstown as emergency services deal with a car on fire in the hard shoulder.  Take care as visibility may be affected. Traffic is slow on approach. DUBLIN: Car […]

10 years ago

A shopkeeper was rushed to Beaumont Hospital with serious injuries this morning following an attempted raid.  The incident occurred at 8.15am when two men entered the Glasnevin newsagents and assaulted the man in his 40s.  He suffered serious injuries including a suspected fractured skull, according to Independent.ie.  Nothing was stolen during the incident on Fitzmaurice […]

10 years ago

Extreme disappointment in Dublin today as thousands of GamerConDublin ticket holders are being turned away from the event due to apparent overselling.  It is believed that 20,000 tickets were sold to the two-day event, while the Convention Centre’s maximum capacity is a mere 8,000.  The response from GamerCon and the Convention Centre: the venue is currently full but […]

10 years ago

Planning on making this Paddy’s weekend one of the best of your life? Then you need to add this free event in the Teeling Distillery today to your list, because it’s not one to be missed.  The Teeling Spirit of Dublin Craft Fair returns to the Distillery today — Saturday, March 18 until 5pm — and we […]

10 years ago

Mexican, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Indian, Turkish, Vietnamese… You name the cuisine — we probably love it.  But for the week that’s in it, we’re going back to our roots and feasting on massive Irish feeds only.  Here’s where to get ’em: 1. O’Neills Pub — Suffolk Street, Dublin 2  O’Neills offer one of the most […]

10 years ago

Today is the day we’ve all been waiting for: the final Six Nations game of 2017.  We’re all ready for a serious showdown between the Irish and English teams today.  It’s all kicking off from 5pm so whether it’s a roast, fish or wings you’re after – here’s where to get your grub on before the clash. 1. […]

10 years ago

This is SO brilliant.  The Dublin Fire Brigade Pipe Band cracked out an ‘oul seisiún in Dicey’s yesterday to celebrate Paddy’s Day, and they truly stole the show.  Hilariously captioned by Dublin Fire Brigade on Twitter as: “When the club DJ doesn’t play your tune….” When the club DJ doesn’t play your tune…. thanks to […]

10 years ago

Heads up rail users, the DART is having some issues this morning.  Maybe it’s hungover like the rest of us… Due to a signal fault services between Connolly and Clontarf Road stops have been stopped.  Signal fault at Connolly. Services currently stopped between Connolly and Clontarf Rd – staff rectifying, further update shortly — Iarnród […]

10 years ago

It may have been wet, windy and freezing cold at times yesterday… But what a f*cking day it was.  Packed streets, shamrock everywhere, good food, craic, ceol agus ól.  Both locals and visitors alike were in top form, and the atmosphere around Dublin was positively buzzing.  If these photos are anything to go by, we’re […]

10 years ago

Pry your tired eyes open, you Paddy’s Day sesh moth, and read this article.  Because one of these seven brunch spots could very well save your life today.  No joke.  If you really went hard last night (whiskey mixed with prosecco seemed like a such a good idea at the time) then you’re probably suffering […]

10 years ago

For one night, and one night only, the Gravity Bar atop of The Guinness Storehouse will be transformed into the slickest, most fun, unique bedroom/loft in all of Dublin, with the help of Airbnb.  You couldn’t put a price on this kind of experience…  And that’s why it’s free! For one seriously lucky winner and […]

10 years ago

There isn’t a whole lot we love more than chicken wings and you can get some of the best in the city for €1 this week. Fowl Play at The Square Ball is celebrating its birthday this Friday and is running this insane promotion to celebrate. Wing fanatics can even choose between Alabama White BBQ or Spicy Sauce […]

10 years ago

Forget Paddy’s Day, THIS is the event of the week.  On Thursday our friends from The Pop-Up Gaeltacht are taking over Dublin’s Dame District.  Over 333 people have clicked attending and a further 750 are ‘interested’ in the event.  “Níl a leithéid feicthe go dtí seo. Is libhse an chathair, an oíche agus an teanga!” […]

10 years ago

Ever wondered how Dublin compares to other cities in the world in terms of quality of living? Well, Mercer’s authoritative survey has determined exactly that.  The survey is conducted annually to enable multinational companies and other organisations to compensate employees fairly when placing them on international assignments. Factors included in the survey: Ease of travel and […]

10 years ago

A man was hospitalised following an assault outside a pub in Blanchardstown in the early hours of Sunday morning. The man (30s) was brought to Connolly Hospital after sustaining serious head injuries. He remains in hospital but is said to now be in stable condition. The incident is believe to have occurred at approximately 1.55am […]

10 years ago

There we were, strolling down Kildare Street — not a care in the world. When all of a sudden, we saw THIS. The blinding yellow hair. The red tie. The neon orange skin. The Donald.  Fair play, this impersonator has absolutely nailed Trump’s infamous ‘ok’ sign. READ NEXT: A Sunshine Tax Is Set To Hit […]

10 years ago

You are probably familiar with Dolce Sicily, located on both Dawson Street and in Crowbar in Temple Bar.  They serve some of the finest Italian delicacies and sweet treats we’ve ever eaten.  READ: Cannoli Are Amongst The Nicest Desserts In The World – And I Stumbled Across The Best In Dublin The only complaint we’d ever […]

10 years ago

There is traffic chaos in Dublin right now following three collisions on three separate, busy roads.  The first, a collision in the right lane of the M50 Northbound between J4 Ballymun and the M1/M50 interchange.  DUBLIN: Collision in the right lane on the M50 northbound between J4 Ballymun and the M1/ M50 Interchange.Take care on […]

10 years ago

Yesterday we brought you Nirvana — the Dublin gaff that epitomises the Celtic Tiger era.  But with a tear-jerking €3 million price tag, it’s not really within our price range.  Nor is this place, to be honest, at €3,000 per month for three bedrooms and one bathroom.   But we can still admire it, right? […]

10 years ago

Looking for a new brunch spot to try this lovely Sunday? Look no further than The Washerwoman, Glasnevin Hill — our current favourite place to hit up on the weekend, relax, read the paper and enjoy delicious food and drink.  The Washerwoman is brought to us by the same crowd behind The Woollen Mills and […]

10 years ago

‘Operation Surround’ is a Garda initiative involving a series of high visibility MAT (Mandatory Alcohol Testing) checkpoints carried out simultaneously at key locations. And last night North County Dublin, Balbriggan in particular, was the target for Gardaí: Operation Surround briefing ahead of MAT checkpoints being carried out in the North County Dublin area tonight. pic.twitter.com/J1Cci90p9g […]

10 years ago

Planning to head out for the day and hoping to leave the brolly at home? Well, we’re sorry to burst your bubble. Despite earlier forecasts during the week getting our hopes up for a warm weekend full of sunshine, smiles and happiness, there’ll be some showers today… According to Met Éireann today will be “bright” […]

10 years ago

Scratching your head as to where to devour brunch tomorrow? Looking for something a lil different to your weekly eggs benny?  Well, look no further, my dear friend.  Because tomorrow you’re hitting up The Lucky Tortoise dim sum pop-up in The Hill, Ranelagh which is now open all day, from brunch at 12.30pm until after […]

10 years ago

Gardaí and Dublin Fire Brigade just attended the scene of a collision in North Dublin. The incident occurred outside of the Northside Shopping Centre on Oscar Traynor Road. And as you can see from the below photos shared by Dublin Fire Brigade, the car is in quite a state. We’ve finished at the scene of a […]

10 years ago

Brace yourselves.  Because we may have one of the most perfect apartments in all of Dublin.  But it ain’t cheap.  Coming in at €850 per week for three double bedrooms and two bathrooms, bills included.  Not only will you have unreal views of The Docklands from the apartment itself but you’ll also have access to […]

10 years ago

Baileys fans rejoice, because you will soon be able to enjoy a chilled Baileys coffee all day, every day.  The canned drinks are made with arabica and robusta coffee, real milk, real cocoa (for the mocha) and Baileys Irish Cream.  Yum.  AND the drink’s ABV will be 4%. So you’ll be on a caffein ‘n’ […]

10 years ago

One of our favourite Irish festivals, Forbidden Fruit, will return this summer for the June Bank Holiday weekend. From June 3 until 5 the music and arts festival will take over the grounds of the Irish Museum of Modern Art at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham.  And these six new acts have just been announced:  Booka Shade […]

10 years ago

Amazon has plans to build a €1 billion data centre campus in Dublin.  According to Independent.ie, a data centre in Mulhuddart will cost roughly €200 million and take up to 18 months to complete, with construction starting this year.  The company applied to Fingal County Council for the planning permission in Mulhuddart and an estimated […]

10 years ago

One of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time, Albert Hammond, is set to play a “one night only” concert in September.  He will take to the 3Arena stage on Saturday, September 16 for what will undoubtedly be an amazing show.  Hammond will be joined by not only his own band, but also by the acclaimed Leipzig Symphony […]

10 years ago

Game of Thrones’ seventh season has been teased via this brand new trailer.  And it looks out of this f*cking world.  From wolves and dragons to bears and beasts — the excitement is certainly building.  To reveal the premiere date, the Game of Thrones crew took to Facebook Live in an epic countdown involving a […]

10 years ago

Sabor Brazil on Camden Street has reportedly closed down.  Customers posting on the restaurant’s Facebook page claim to have received a text message confirming that it has ceased trading and people are absolutely fuming over deposits, vouchers and bookings made over the last few months. As refunds were not mentioned by the restaurant in the […]

10 years ago

GALS! Not only can you get your morning/afternoon coffee for free tomorrow… But you can now also get yourself a delish cocktail for free tomorrow evening too — all in honour of International Women’s Day! Adelphi on Abbey Street are offering a fancy Toblerone cocktail to all female customers tomorrow — dreamy.  Why can’t it […]

10 years ago

Attention Tesco customers, this pre-made meal is being recalled due to the undeclared presence of egg.  All batches of Tesco’s frozen Spaghetti Bolognese contain the presence of egg making them unsafe for consumption for those allergic to or intolerant of egg.  Read the full report from the Food Safety Authority of Ireland here.  READ NEXT: Ryanair […]

10 years ago

Feeling #Wanderlust-y of late? Then this will be welcome news to you.  Ryanair has today announced a new route from Dublin Airport to Naples, Italy.  We’ve launched a new route from Dublin to Naples, with a twice weekly service beginning in October. Read more here:https://t.co/KpwwmmbHLF pic.twitter.com/1zc5MSL5Sr — Ryanair (@Ryanair) March 7, 2017 Lonely Planet describe […]

10 years ago

We’ve expressed our love for The Fat Fox on Camden Row a few times now. But they’ve really gone and won us over with this generous offer. In celebration of International Women’s Day and how hunreal us gals are, The Fat Fox are free coffee to all girlos between 9am and 10am and then again […]

10 years ago

Love wine? Love coffee?  Then all your dreams are about to come true.  Because some genius has finally created wine-infused coffee. And not only that, but the coffee is infused with some of the best wine in the world — hailing from Napa Valley, no less.  Feast your eyes and senses on Molinari Private Reserve: “This […]

10 years ago