An errant bird who made an unlikely home of Dublin Airport has finally left Terminal 1 after almost a week. A starling, affectionately named Charlie, caused quite a commotion in Dublin Airport as it remained in Terminal 1 for almost a week. Rather than make a traditional nest in a tree – or, in the case of starlings, in the eaves of houses – Charlie decided to occupy the airport, where he survived on a diet that included one particularly Irish snack. Finally, after close to a week in Terminal 1, Charlie made his escape from the airport to join his “friends in the wild”. Starlings – native to ..read more

It’s up, up, and away for Dr Rosemary Coogan, Northern Ireland’s very first-ever astronaut who has just graduated from flight school. Northern Ireland’s very first-ever astronaut has officially qualified from flight school, making her a pioneer in space exploration for the country. After a year of rigorous training with the European Space Agency (ESA), Rosemary Coogan from Belfast graduated alongside five others to become Northern Ireland’s very first qualified astronaut. An exciting time in Northern Ireland’s journey to space, Coogan will enjoy a bright future as a pioneer in the country’s e ..read more

Irish footballer James McClean made headlines again for his strong republican stance. This time, he’s given his view on a controversial Wrexham chant. Since joining Wrexham, former Premier League footballer and Irish international James McClean has established himself as a firm fans’ favourite. Rather than vilify him for his republican leanings, Wrexham supporters have embraced McClean and his stance, as evidenced by the controversial chant on the stands of the Racecourse Ground. The chant, which alludes to McClean’s – ahem – disliking of the British monarchy, has caused a stir in the wake of ..read more

From the towns of Donegal to the catwalks of the fashion world, we look at the history of Donegal tweed, the most famous tweed in the world. Donegal tweed has been manufactured in the county that gives it its name for centuries. However, it didn’t become integral to the local economy until the late 1700s. Since then, it has helped Donegal escape an economic slump, graced the catwalks of the world’s fashion capitals, and become the globe’s most recognised tweed. From its origins in some of the smallest towns in the county to the world of haute couture, we look at the history of Donegal tweed ..read more

The cult classic Love/Hate spawned a dedicated fandom, bolstered by its talented cast of actors and actresses. Having enjoyed much success during the series’ run, you might be wondering where they are now. From its initial airing in 2010 to its finale in 2014, the Irish TV show Love/Hate took the country by storm. But you might be wondering about the Love/Hate cast and thinking, where are they now? The much-loved third season was amongst the most-watched shows in the country, with around one million viewers tuning in to catch a glimpse of Dublin’s murky criminal underworld. Fans were concerne ..read more

From the smell of urine to the real-life Karen’s Diner, here are some of the funniest negative reviews of Belfast’s famous Bittles Bar. As we all know, reading reviews can give us a head start on what to expect from bars, restaurants, and attractions. Sometimes, however, they can be downright hilarious just to browse through.  People say the funniest things, especially when they’re feeling discontent with a service they’ve received. Plus, it’s interesting to get an insight into the minds of others and what they expect. Bittles Bar in Belfast has made a name for itself as one of the city ..read more

One of Ireland’s biggest bands at the moment, Fontaines DC, have teased new music, leaving fans eager for more. Though frontman Grian Chatten has been involved in a few side projects of late, Fontaines DC last released new music in 2022. Fans of the Dublin band may not have to wait much longer, though, as the band released a Stanley Kubrick-inspired video yesterday (15 April) teasing new music. Fontaines DC – one of Ireland’s biggest bands Credit: Flickr/ Paul Hudson Grian Chatten, Tom Coll, Conor Curley, Conor Deegan, and Carlos O’Connell formed Fontaines DC in Dublin in 2014. They began rel ..read more

It’s been a pretty torrid time weather-wise in Ireland, and a Wexford priest has taken matters into his own hands, saying mass for better weather. The poor weather has felt interminable in Ireland of late. It’s wreaking havoc with people’s mental health and making life very difficult for the country’s farmers. However, there remains hope after a priest in the Wexford town of Kilrush said mass earlier this week to implore better weather from the powers that be. The power of prayer – culturally important in Ireland Credit: Flickr/ William Murphy Ireland and the Catholic Church have a long and c ..read more

The often surprised Irish public are disappointed but not surprised as Met Éireann admits to randomly generating forecast. Ireland is known for its unpredictable weather at the best of times, but what the Irish nation can generally count on is the forecast, which allows them to plan their day at least. However, in a recent statement, Met Éireann admitted to randomly generating the forecast, leaving the nation stunned and let down by a once reliable source. In the wake of the shocking revelation, the Irish public has hit the streets and social media platforms to express their disappointment. H ..read more

Hurling ranks among the most popular sports in Ireland. Get ready for the next match with our fun facts about hurling below. The Irish love their sports and when visiting the Emerald Isle, watching a match in a pub ranks high among the experiences you shouldn’t miss out on. However, we know that some of our games might be a bit confusing for outsiders.  Take hurling, for instance. The sport, played with a wooden stick called a hurl (hence the name) and a small ball called a sliotar, is one of the oldest in the world with the annual final at Dublin’s Croke Park considered the “Superbowl o ..read more