“Women climbed mountains wearing corsets, they could definitely make movies wearing them.” One of the first directors to ever shoot a narrative film was a woman – and you’ve probably never heard of her. Directed by Pamela B. Green and narrated by Jodie Foster, Be Natural tells the widely untold story of Alice Guy Blaché […]

6 years ago

I’VE GOT A TEXT is back! Denise Curtin and Cassie Stokes are recapping the show every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Listen HERE! https://open.spotify.com/episode/4P5S7VyzmHAuGN85WuA2Yu?si=GsgvT0HQSPGtuFNDcBEdYw The comedic relief we need and deserve. We’re only a mere three (3!) episodes into Love Island, and a few of the islanders are already proving themselves head and shoulders above the […]

6 years ago

Allison Janney kept it very quiet… Until now. Anna Faris is engaged to cinematographer Michael Barrett – and apparently has been for a long time. The Scary Movie actor was first linked to Barrett back in 2017 after they met on the set of Overload following Faris’s split from Chris Pratt. The pair went on […]

6 years ago

A sad day for the celeb couple obsessed among us. Vanessa Hudgens and Austin Butler have reportedly split up. The High School Musical star and Once Upon A Time in Hollywood actor have seemingly called quits on their relationship after almost nine years together. According to Us Weekly, the couple didn’t spend Christmas together, initially […]

6 years ago

“I’m like, nah, she’s black man. Just get the f*ck out of here.” Stormzy has defended Meghan Markle against criticism she has received following her and Prince Harry’s decision to split from the royal family. The London musician said today that he finds much of the hate surrounding Meghan to be baseless, and that he […]

6 years ago

The New Year brings a host of new possibilities. It also brings a load of body hair. So far, we’ve got Veganuary. We’ve got Dry January. We’ve got some sort of incredibly middle class Apple Watch challenge that most people probably won’t be engaging in because they don’t have Apple Watches. And then we’ve got […]

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I’VE GOT A TEXT is back! Denise Curtin and Cassie Stokes are recapping the show every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Listen HERE! https://open.spotify.com/episode/4P5S7VyzmHAuGN85WuA2Yu?si=uHcHOd-2QnmJ_E35yPQG2g Sure, what else would you be doing? Tyga has seemingly addressed Eve from Love Island’s claim that he once slid into her DMs. The rather successful and respected rapper was alleged to […]

6 years ago

What a SHAME. Shameless has been renewed for its 11th and final season. Showtime announced this week that the comedy-drama will be coming to an end after 10 years on the air. “It will be one last hurrah for the Gallaghers and their unique blend of love and lechery,” said Gary Levine, president of entertainment […]

6 years ago

I’VE GOT A TEXT is back! Denise Curtin and Cassie Stokes are recapping the show every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Listen HERE! https://open.spotify.com/episode/4P5S7VyzmHAuGN85WuA2Yu?si=4-8Z9h3MRyOXbh_Z4FtjOw He’s a Lord in fairness, he’s got a lot on. We’re only a mere three days into the first series of Winter Love Island, and already a few things have become quite […]

6 years ago

Mark the calendars, etc. Leo Varadkar has called a general election for Saturday, February 8. The Taoiseach confirmed the spring election date this afternoon following a briefing with his Cabinet. He will attend Áras an Uachtaráin later today to meet President Michael D Higgins and formally seek a dissolution of the Dáil. “I always said […]

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Today in totally unsurprising news. No women have been nominated for Best Director at this year’s Oscars, again. Following the release of the eagerly anticipated Academy Award nominations this afternoon, it became apparent that one group of people were seemingly missing from the Best Director category: women. (We were almost entirely snubbed from the Best Picture […]

6 years ago

A status orange weather warning was issued for the entire country. Met Éireann has warned against sharing fake weather warnings online. A number of false status red weather warnings have been shared across social media, incorrectly stating that today’s weather warning had been updating from orange. This comes after Storm Brendan ripped across the country, […]

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Chicken fillet rolls are vegan now. Well, chick*n fillet rolls are, at least. Made from seasoned seitan, (wheat protein) covered in breadcrumbs and fried until crispy, the chick*n fillet roll has been taking the Irish vegan community by storm. Mainly because it’s actually not made from chickpeas – but also because it’s pretty damn tasty. […]

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A massive congratulations to her. Saoirse Ronan has received her fourth Oscar nomination for her role in Little Women.  The Carlow actor received the Best Actress nod this afternoon, making this the fourth time she has been nominated for an Academy Award in her career. Ronan had also been nominated for a Golden Globe earlier […]

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“Potentially harmful.” Prince Harry and Prince William have said that an “offensive” article published about their relationship is “false.” Reuters reports that the Duke of Sussex and Duke of Cambridge have denied the details of a story published in a UK newspaper today. The story cited an unnamed source who claimed that Prince Harry had been pushed […]

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Exquisite news for all involved. Going to the cinema is class. You land in there, you get comfortable, you see your movie, you enjoy yourself, and you leave. A delightful time for everybody lucky enough to experience it – and now it appears as though cinema is only about to get more enjoyable. At least, […]

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A momentous day for the North. Same sex marriage in now officially legal in Northern Ireland. From today, January 13, same sex couples will now be permitted to register for marriage. It is expected that the first wedding ceremonies will begin to take place next month. Couples already in a civil partnership will not be […]

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Well, the pics seems to suggest so anyway. Liam Hemsworth and Gabriella Brooks are officially dating, as images of them hanging out on Bryon Bay would seem to suggest. The couple were spotted last week spending a bit of intimate time together on the beach, confirming that the actor had indeed successfully moved on from […]

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“The last time I did a garden…” Dermot Bannon got quite emotional during last night’s episode of Room To Improve as he remembered his late father. The TV architect was in the middle of renovating his own home for an RTÉ special when he came into difficulty with the budget, his sense of space, and of course, […]

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I’ll be there for you, etc. Jennifer Aniston has been hanging out with Lisa Kudrow and Courteney Cox. This is relevant and noteworthy because of the intense obsession that the general public has with the TV show Friends – as well as the company that Jennifer Aniston keeps. The Morning Show star decided to skip […]

6 years ago

Keep up to date with all of the Winter Love Island happenings with our recap show: I’ve Got A Text. Available on Soundcloud and Spotify. WE'RE BACK!'I've Got A Text' the Her #LoveIsland recap show returns Monday, January 13th. Tune in at 8am to hear @DeniseTCurtin and @cassandrastokes give their opinion on the new Islanders […]

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If you build it, they will come. Back in 1991, Silence of the Lambs shook humanity to its core. Based on the Thomas Harris novel of the same name, the film redefined the standard that could be expected in the horror/thriller genre, scooping up pretty much every Oscar that year and scaring audiences in their […]

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The best boys, getting better. A koala hospital has opened up in a primary school near Adelaide, Australia to nurse injured koalas back to health. Volunteers at the Paradise Primary School are currently looking after upwards of 100 koalas rescued from the devastation of the bushfires. Thousands of koalas have suffered burns and been orphaned […]

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“Shocked me.” Margot Robbie said that she didn’t know what constituted sexual harassment before she read the script for Bombshell.  The film, also starring Charlize Theron and Nicole Kidman, tells the story of a group of women working at Fox News who take it upon themselves to expose CEO Roger Ailes’s sexual harassment. In the […]

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So if you’re looking for inspiration, why not just go where everybody else is? It may only be January, but lads, if you’re not already planning exactly where you’re going to be jetting off to later this year, then you must be mad. … Or simply happy in your life and work, and not desperate […]

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Keep it. In a not so shocking twist of events, Gwyneth Paltrow has created a candle that allegedly smells just like her vagina – if her vagina smelled like Damask rose and ambrette seed, that is. The product – which is really for sale and has really sold out – costs $75.00, meaning that unfortunately the […]

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Because who among us truly doesn’t love a bit of Dermo in our lives? It’s Sunday – and although our schedules are already chock full with other popular culture moments that shall not be named, if reality telly about people cracking on isn’t your thing, there are always other options. Like reality TV about rich […]

6 years ago

Great news for the US. The sale of cosmetics tested on animals is now illegal in California, Nevada, and Illinois. A new law enacted this month has banned selling any beauty products that have been tested on animals, including makeup, skincare, and haircare. The move has been dubbed as groundbreaking for the three States, with […]

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Can’t imagine why. Nothing to do with money, surely? We’d hardly be that cheap, would we? Except yes, yes we would – because half of young Irish adults would happily take a holiday with their parents just so they’d pick up the bill at the end of the day. Cheapskates, the lot of us. And […]

6 years ago

Chonky boys. There is nothing quite like the realisation that an animal is a different size to what you originally thought the animal was. See for example: penguins, rhinos, and the humble lop-eared rabbit. Generally, there is less fuss made when such a disparity is discovered. You witness the animal being a size that you […]

6 years ago

Iain Stirling voice: TONIGHT… We’ve made it, guys. We’re here. It’s the day of Winter Love Island, which means that we’ve only got to endure a mere few more hours on this earth before we’re graced with a load of hot, young things falling for each other in the sun. And while the cruelness of […]

6 years ago

What goss. The Queen has apparently called a “crisis meeting” with Prince Harry to discuss his decision to step down as a senior member of the royal family. The meeting – also including Prince Charles and Prince William – will involve the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s decision to engage in a “new working model” […]

6 years ago

What a result. Serena Williams has won her first title in three years at the Auckland Classic. The US sportswoman beat Jessica Pegula 6-3 6-4 in today’s singles finals in New Zealand, securing her 73rd WTA title – the first since she won the Australian Open in 2017. Following her win, Williams said that she plans to […]

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Switch on the hob to truly switch off. Just be careful while you’re doing it. There are certain concessions that come with living in such a connected world. We’re always online, so by extension… we’re always on. Spending my more formative teenage years with an iPod Shuffle consistently plugged into my ears, I had very […]

6 years ago

Where was the vitriol before – when it was needed most? Yesterday evening, Harry and Meghan announced that they were planning to “step back” from senior royal duties in a bid to eventually become financially independent. They issued their statement via an Instagram post – that seemingly had not been discussed with the royal family […]

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January 8, 2010. A moment in Irish history that we must be careful not to forget. Up there with Riverdance, Italia 90, and the birth of Jedward, the time the man slipped on the ice on RTÉ News defines Ireland. For those among us who – for reasons unknown – do not recall this iconic […]

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And she’s still living on his visa in Australia. Christ. Love Island is back really soon, lads. Like, really soon. Like, this Sunday soon. Can’t wait, bring it on, take over my winter, etc. And although the series has not even begun yet, it turns out that one of the contestants is already being accused […]

6 years ago

He passed away this week. Ugly Betty creator Silvio Horta has died, aged 45. The showrunner and writer was found dead in a Miami motel room this week, according to Variety.  Horta’s representative confirmed the death this morning but did not provide any further comment. Ugly Betty star America Ferrera has since paid tribute to […]

6 years ago

Shocking scenes. Eight dogs have been rescued from “terrible” hoarding conditions at a residence in Co Cork. The three Shih Tzus and five Bichon Frise were removed from the dwelling by the ISPCA. The dogs – aged between five and 10 years – were in poor physical condition with badly matted coats. Named Dee, Nicky, Rory, […]

6 years ago

New Year, New You, etc. It’s January, which can only mean one thing. No, not that you need to drop everything and hit the gym. No, not that you should quit your job immediately and focus on your new keto diet. It means that Operation Transformation is back, providing us with a solid few months […]

6 years ago

“He was out to prove something.” In 2013, American footballer player and NFL tight end Aaron Hernandez was arrested for murder. Hernandez had been charged with the murder of Odin Lloyd, a semi-pro footballer player who had been having a relationship with Hernandez’s fiancée’s sister. While on trial, Hernandez was also linked to another double murder […]

6 years ago

You truly do love to see it. Met Éireann has forecast rain that is both “heavy” and “wintery” tonight as temperatures are expected to drop as low as 0 degrees in some parts of the country. There will be scattered showers travelling across the country today, but for the most part the day will be […]

6 years ago

Finally, someone said it. James Blunt has said that “posh people have feelings too” and that even though he agrees he has a “stupid accent” he doesn’t think he should be made fun of for it. The ‘You’re Beautiful’ singer made the bold assertion this week while discussing Twitter trolls and bullying in the music […]

6 years ago

“There are people out there who have lost their lives trying to save homes.” Elton John pledged $1 million to the Australian bushfires relief fund during a recent concert in Sydney. The performer told of his upset in hearing the devastation caused by the fires last night, saying that the loss of habitat as well […]

6 years ago

The incident occurred this morning. A Ukrainian airline crashed just after takeoff from Iran killing all 176 people on board. The Ukraine International Airlines plane was travelling from Imam Khomeini airport in Tehran to Kyiv this morning when it crashed killing all passengers and crew. The Iranian Red Cross said there was no chance of finding survivors. […]

6 years ago

“So what happens in the workshop?” “Everybody gets off.” Sounds great, doesn’t it? Ideal. Divine. Optimal. A scenario where everybody gets some, women feel empowered, and the most basic and fundamental advice of gynaecologists are heeded in their entirety. Well, the former, in this case, anyway. One out of three ain’t bad. the goop lab (yes, […]

6 years ago

A massive congrats to all involved. Actor Chloe Sevigny is expecting her first child. The 45 year old and partner of one year Sinisa Mackovic revealed the pregnancy this week. She is believed to be about five months pregnant. Images obtained by TMZ show the the couple taking a walk in New York on Monday alongside a […]

6 years ago

The fires reached a new intensity over the weekend. Chris and Liam Hemsworth have pledged $1 million to help the Australian bushfires fund. The Thor actor shared a video on social media this week encouraging others to donate what they could in aid of the rescue workers risking their lives and those providing relief to […]

6 years ago

Bad news, vapers. People who vape and smoke cigarettes together are twice as likely to suffer a stroke, a new study has shown. Research conducted by the George Mason University in Virginia showed that those who use cigarettes as well as e-cigarettes regularly considerably increase their risk of developing smoking related illnesses. Over 160,000 responses from […]

6 years ago

What a squad. We’ve been only spoiled with Great British Bake Off specials as of late. There was the festive special featuring old contestants. There was the Derry Girls special. There was probably more specials but nothing could ever top the latter so let’s just leave it there. Except maybe, just maybe, the upcoming Celebrity Bake […]

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