If you can get the lot, you’re a true Derry Girl. Lo and behold, we’ve got a brand new Derry Girls quiz for you to take. Cracker! Granted, the main gang are the focus of the show but with so many memorable supporting characters featuring throughout the seasons, there’s barely a person on Foyleside that’s […]

4 years ago

Anything above 20 here and you’re a true fan. We’ve got questions on The Young Offenders film and both seasons of the TV show. Think you can get 100 percent? Well, there’s only one way to find out. If you can get anything above 25, you can definitely call yourself a true fan. Ready, set, […]

5 years ago

Under the ginfluence.

6 years ago

12 stories of false confession. Essential listening for any true crime addicts. Laura Nirider and Steve Drizin, lawyers who have represented Brendan Dassey following his conviction for the murder of Teresa Halbach, are set to host a true crime podcast titled Wrongful Conviction: False Confessions. Nirider and Drizin were prominent in Season 2 of Making A Murderer and their […]

6 years ago

Elsewhere, 27% of women think men should wait eight months before farting in front of them. Let your partner know… Congratulations, Valentine’s Day has been and gone. Here’s hoping that you’re all still in happy and healthy relationships, or happy being single.  Most importantly, here’s hoping that you’re not broke after splashing out on that extremely […]

6 years ago

Bacon and cabbage is one of the flavours. What a time to be alive. With Lent and St Patrick’s Day just around the corner, all the ‘diddley-eye’ Irishisms are bound to make a reappearance but when it comes to food, we can overlook certain stereotypes. Shamrock shake? Good. Stew. Good. Guinness. Good. Granted, we’re just […]

6 years ago

The child died at a domestic premises in Waterford. Gardaí are investigating the death of a child in Waterford. A statement confirmed that the infant was found dead in “unexplained circumstances” at a domestic premises on Tuesday afternoon. The discovery was made at 2pm. A Garda spokesperson said: “Gardaí are investigating the death of an […]

6 years ago

“The wildest story you’ll never believe.” And that’s coming from the producer of FYRE. This sounds great. While every true crime story is ghastly and unbelievable, there are always some tales that just linger in the memory, mainly due to the excess, criminality and sheer OTT nature of the crimes documented. We’re thinking of documentaries […]

6 years ago

The bad weather just keeps on coming. Fresh from a weekend of rain, wind, rain, wind, and even more rain and wind, the adverse weather conditions are showing no signs of abating. Lo and behold, Met Éireann has issued a new status yellow rainfall warning for all five counties in Connacht, as well as Longford, […]

6 years ago

Featuring a Denzel Washington classic and one of the best modern war films.  Some day for films. Weather warnings have been issued and there are no Six Nations games taking place. On the plus side, the League of Ireland is back. However, if you fancy staying in tonight with a film to keep you entertained, there […]

6 years ago

If you know anyone that’s single and might fancy it… If you’re all loved-up this Valentine’s weekend with your partner, or if you’ve got plenty of admirers that are all head over heels for you, we’re absolutely chuffed. If you’re happily single and more than happy to stay that way, we’re also chuffed for you. […]

6 years ago

At present, two status yellow warnings are in place. Granted, adverse weather conditions are not something to be taken lightly, but because we’re massive fans of Always Sunny, whenever we hear the name Storm Dennis, we can’t help but think of ‘The Golden God’ of Paddy’s Pub. Here’s hoping that Storm Dennis doesn’t become untethered as its […]

6 years ago

Mother of God! AC-12 has more bent coppers in sight when filming starts on Monday. To paraphrase Ted Hastings, “if you don’t think that Line of Duty is one of the most addictive TV shows around, you must think that I came up the Lagan in a bubble!” Listen fella, while not an awful lot […]

6 years ago

The documentary king is back, and this is just one of five new shows he’s got in development. With a plethora of new projects in the pipeline, it’s clear that David Attenborough is showing no signs of slowing down and fans of the beloved broadcaster will be delighted to know that he’s featuring in a […]

6 years ago

Cracker! Ma Mary told JOE the good news and what she wants to see happen in Derry Girls Season 3. After the first two seasons of Derry Girls proved to be such a global hit, Derry Girls Season 3 was a certainty and as soon as Bill Clinton’s famous speech at Derry’s Guildhall brought an […]

6 years ago

Start checking those tickets. A lucky Irish punter has scooped €500,000 in Friday’s EuroMillions draw. The winning ticket was sold in Dublin but in terms of the overall jackpot for the main prize, a Spanish player bagged the €130million jackpot. The winning numbers for the main draw were 9, 15, 17, 25, 40 and the lucky […]

6 years ago

The dream job for any massive Harry Potter fans you know. Did your Hogwarts letter get lost in the mail? Yep, us too. To be honest, this particular writer already knows that the sorting hat would place me in Gryffindor – their do things first, never think things through approach seems like my type of […]

6 years ago

Weather warnings are also in place for the entire country. If you’re late to making any weekend plans, you might want to reconsider any outdoor activities – especially if you live in Donegal, Mayo, and Galway. That’s because Met Éireann has issued a status orange wind warning for those three counties. Aside from this orange warning, […]

6 years ago

Another terrifying tale is on the way. Mike Flanagan will not be happy until every single Netflix subscriber is terrified of their own shadow. We’re sure the writer/director of Hush, Doctor Sleep and The Haunting of Hill House is a very nice man, but his unique brand of atmospheric horror has really found an audience […]

6 years ago

A great day for those particular parishes with Valentine’s Day just around the corner. If you’re from Athlone, Waterford or Tralee, we know exactly what you’re thinking. How in the name of Jesus did the people at Picodi.com reach the conclusion that you’re seemingly surrounded by Casanovas? After checking the statistics of romantic queries on the Internet, […]

6 years ago

Take note if you’re out and about. After recently advising the public about the likelihood of a weather warning being issued due to Storm Ciara, Met Éireann has now confirmed the news. To begin with, a status yellow wind warning has been issued for all of Ireland. The warning is valid from 9am on Saturday […]

6 years ago

Mother of God. If it’s as good as the other two shows, we’re sold. As the world waits for the return of AC-12 and official confirmation about Season 2 of Bodyguard, the production team behind both of those shows  -World Productions – haven’t been waiting around. That’s because ITV have commissioned cold case murder drama Karen Pirie, […]

6 years ago

She’s easily one of the best actresses in the world. Her work in Unbelievable was fantastic and this new TV show sounds excellent too. In Hollywood, like any other job, there’s no such thing as a guaranteed certainty for quality. However, when it comes to the career of Toni Collette, she’s the closest thing that you’ll […]

6 years ago

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! Yep, we’ve had so many false dawns and empty promises before but it appears that the wheels are finally in motion with regards to new music from ABBA. Who knows? Maybe the money, money, money is right this time? Perhaps the pop icons felt that now is the perfect time to answer […]

6 years ago

Independent candidate Marese Skehan from Thurles was found dead at her home on Monday. The election of candidates will not take place in the Tipperary constituency on Saturday after independent candidate Marese Skehan passed away this afternoon. It is understood her death is not being treated as suspicious. Following the news of Skehan’s death, Deputy Michael Lowry has expressed his deep […]

6 years ago

The Sinn Féin leader will be involved after all. RTÉ has reversed its original position and invited Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald to participate in Tuesday evening’s final leaders’ TV debate of the General Election this weekend. RTÉ’s General Election steering committee met at 11am on Monday to consider representations from Sinn Féin for Mary […]

6 years ago

Cracker news for any Derry Girls fans. As soon as Bill Clinton’s famous words from the Guildhall in Derry were drowned out by The Cranberries’ ‘Dreams’ at the end of Season 2 of Derry Girls, the good news became official. Season 3 of Lisa McGee’s wonderful show was given the green light but as always, […]

6 years ago

Season 6 is now in pre-production and viewers have been told to “expect the unexpected”. Bring it on. While we’re not saying that the cast and crew of Peaky Binders are anything like their whiskey-chugging characters, we’re certain that a few celebratory drinks were in order after the show’s most recent success. At the NTA […]

6 years ago

The plot sounds incredible which is alright, alright, alright by us. After impressing in Guy Ritchie’s London-set gangster drama The Gentlemen, Mathew McConaughey is returning to familiar terrain with a familiar face. That’s because Deadline have reported that the Oscar-winner will star in Redeemer, the new show from True Detective creator Nic Pizzolatto. Given that the two men […]

6 years ago

In awe of the mná. Some of these documentaries sound excellent. RTÉ’s new documenary series will tell the stories of Ireland’s most trailblazing females when Herstory: Ireland’s EPIC Women airs this February. Between St. Brigid’s Day, 1 February, and International Women’s Day on 8 March, RTÉ will celebrate the achievements of Irish women who broke new ground, […]

6 years ago

The snow is coming. The weekend may only be in its infancy but it might be a good idea to start thinking of your next Netflix binge, stock up on tea bags, or make plans to keep yourself entertained while indoors. While conditions aren’t set to be so bleak that we’re all up to our […]

6 years ago

Aldi Ireland employees will receive a salary boost as a result. As of 1 February, Aldi will implement the €12.30 per hour Living Wage as the minimum rate of pay for employees. As of the same date, Aldi store assistants will earn up to €14.10 per hour, while the retailer also confirmed the creation of 550 […]

6 years ago

The most powerful hero in the MCU is back. After her dramatic intervention during the epic battle against Thanos in Avengers: Endgame, we always knew that Carol Danvers would return. There’s also the fact that her standalone film made more than a billion dollars at the box office, so that helps. Yes, she’s the most […]

6 years ago

A Valentine’s Day treat for any good boys and girls. If any dog lovers are looking for the paw-fect evening this Valentine’s Day, Doyle’s Corner in Phibsborough might have just the thing. The pub is hosting another Doggy Valentine’s Day Ball for you, your partner (or mate), and the furry friend that everyone wants to meet, […]

6 years ago

Let it snow. To paraphrase a poem by the great Hans Moleman “I think that I shall never see, this fog is blinding me.” Granted, The Simpsons character who tastes like a peanut might be senile, but those words did reflect the blanket of fog that swept through many areas of the country on Thursday […]

6 years ago

Take note if you’re on the roads this morning, a status yellow weather warning is in place. If you were making an early commute to work today and had to do a double take, the answer is no, your eyes aren’t deceiving you, it’s really that difficult to see due to a thick blanket of […]

6 years ago

If you’re not tuning into the Leo Varadkar vs Micheál Martin debate, this is worth checking out. A man who spent four months of his life living in his car and the last 18 months in emergency accommodation will be the main focus of the latest episode of Tabú, TG4’s documentary series. This season of […]

6 years ago

The Haunting of Bly Manor is released this year and it’s set to be “much scarier than Season one”. With the release of The Turning in Irish cinemas this week, fans of The Haunting of Hill House are about to get a taste of what’s in store in Mike Flanagan’s sequel to the beloved Netflix […]

6 years ago

Big news for Downton Abbey fans. Ok, we know that plans for a sequel to Downton Abbey have been discussed for quite some time now, but there’s a big issue that needs addressing. What will the film be called? Truth be told, we’re opting for something along the lines of 2 Downton 2 Abbey, Downton Abbey 2: […]

6 years ago

Absolute heaven for fans of Queen and The Greatest Showman. There’s a scene in the Oscar-winning Bohemian Rhapsody that captures the unique appeal of Queen and what made their stadium rock anthems such classics. As the band convene in the studio to record their latest album, Brian May gathers the other members of the band […]

6 years ago

The story was portrayed in Season 2 of Mindhunter but the new series goes even deeper. This could be unmissable. Given the increasing popularity of the true crime genre, it’s not surprising to see Sky Crime airing documentaries on serial killers like Denis Rader and Edmund Kemper – both of whom were portrayed in Mindhunter. […]

6 years ago

For anyone that plans on heading to Magaluf, El Arenal, and Sant Antoni. Authorities in Spain’s Balearic Islands are clamping down on binge-drinking tourism in three hotspots, introducing what they claim is the first law of its kind in Europe. The islands’ regional government has passed a law prohibiting the organisation and promotion of pub […]

6 years ago

A very healthy selection on the box. With Bad Boys For Life, Bombshell and Just Mercy all being released in your local cinema this weekend – you can check out our reviews of them here – it’s a pretty decent few days for new releases. However, if you fancy chilling on the couch and staying […]

6 years ago

Villanelle is back. Fresh from her cameo in Star Wars: Episode IX- The Rise of Skywalker, Jodie Comer is back in her most famous role for a new season of Killing Eve. After winning a BAFTA Award for Best Actress and Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series in 2019, we’re certain that she’ll have […]

6 years ago

Time to wrap up. Met Éireann have issued a status yellow low temperature/ice warning for 25 counties. The new warning is in place for all of Munster, Connacht, and Leinster, while Cavan and Monaghan are also impacted. The warning states that “temperatures will fall to minus 3 or minus 4 degrees tonight, coldest around dawn […]

6 years ago

Attenborough on the big screen and an interview with the great man too. While certain documentary features are tailor-made for binge-watching at home, there’s no denying the cinematic value of David Attenborough’s work. For decades, Attenborough and his team have provided viewers with some of the most breathtaking footage of our planet. Asides from the levels […]

6 years ago

It’s going to be chilly. At present, a status yellow low temperature/ice warning is in place for Connacht and Leinster. The warning states that “temperatures are expected to fall as low as minus 4 degrees, with the coldest temperatures around dawn, staying below freezing until mid-morning on Saturday.” The warning is valid until 11am on […]

6 years ago

This should be very good. A new three-part documentary series titled Who Killed Jeffrey Epstein? is being made by Investigation Discovery, as reported by Variety. Epstein, whose death has officially been ruled by a medical examiner as suicide, was discovered in a jail cell in Manhattan, New York on Saturday 10 August. The 66-year-old, who was […]

6 years ago

This is going to be some show. While the Late Late Show does have a very good lineup, the Graham Norton Show just has that extra oomph in terms of star power. As always, we’re expecting the Corkman to be in flying form when he sits down to chat with the following. Jamie Foxx and […]

6 years ago

It’s billed as “his greatest story” and will also be getting a limited cinema release. Aside from being one of the most beloved broadcasters of the modern age, David Attenborough is also one of the busiest as he’s constantly documenting the wonders of the world as well as the threat to our planet. We’re definitely […]

6 years ago