With Boyzone and Westlife currently planning to come together to form Boyzlife, it appears that boyband supergroups are hot again – which might explain how this zombie western starring Backstreet Boys and NSYNC got the green light. Dead 7 is set in a post-apocalyptic western frontier, where zombies have ravaged the Earth. Our only remaining saviours? The dregs of ’90s boybands who crawled from […]

10 years ago

The man behind ‘Humans Of New York‘ has just posted an open letter to Donald Trump. The photojournalist named Brandon Stanton, whose blog has over 17 million followers, takes pictures of people he comes across in the street and posts them along with a short quote offering an insight into their lives. Stanton has remained apolitical in […]

10 years ago

People who love Cork tend to really love Cork, like the person who made this wonderful piece of street art. Posted by PleaseLoveMeMeg on Reddit, the newest piece of graffiti to crop up on the streets of Cork City declares the importance of Ireland’s real capital, while also managing to work an excellent pun in there. Check […]

10 years ago

Nursing hopes of one day living in a faraway city? If so, we’d think you’d probably want your new home to have a pretty high standard of life, and you won’t find higher than these 10 cities. Carried out by consulting firm Mercer, 230 cities around the world were surveyed in order to rank them in order of quality […]

10 years ago

The rhetoric spouted by US presidential candidate Donald Trump on the campaign trail has got the world anticipating a King Joffrey-level tyrant if he were to come to power. What that would look like is demonstrated perfectly by this Game Of Thrones mash-up entitled Winter Is Trumping. Using actual clips from Trump’s speeches and superimposing his face on several characters from the hit HBO […]

10 years ago

This is just lovely. It’s Black History Month in the USA at the moment and to mark the occasion 106-year-old Virginia McLaurin was given the chance to fulfil her dream and meet the first black president. Of course, you can’t go the White House and not dance with the Obamas…   READ NEXT: 15 Savage Aer Lingus Destinations You Should Be Checking […]

10 years ago

Well this is painful to watch. With London Super Comic Con soon to begin, a promotional segment took place on the Good Morning Britain breakfast show yesterday. When weatherwoman Laura Tobin stepped out to unveil a rare, and highly expensive poster, she accidentally managed to rip it.  Cue a set of painfully shocked and bewildered presenters… READ NEXT: This Fake ‘Back […]

10 years ago

Leonardo DiCaprio has been famously snubbed for the coveted Best Actor Academy Award several times now. Which has given us some hilariously tragic memes and gifs.  While this is looking like the year The Revenant star will get his hands on that golden statuette (c’mon The Academy, he needs this), you can help him get that award today. Well, virtually at least. […]

10 years ago

Everybody started fondly remembering the ’80s classic Back To The Future a few months back when it had its own day, and we can only assume that’s what gave birth to this fake, yet brilliant, trailer. If you’re familiar with the trilogy, you’ll know that mad scientist Doc Brown (Christopher Lloyd) created his time travelling car using […]

10 years ago

Yesterday we told you about a Guinness & Smirnoff Ice concoction known as ‘Black Ice’ (or ‘The Badger’), now the weird mixture trend continues with Guinness & Fat Frog. If you take a trip down to The Green Bar in Borrisokane, Tipperary, you can find what’s known as the ‘The Green Bar Gecko’, a combination of the black stuff with some worryingly […]

10 years ago

Gotta love Mean Tweets. The Jimmy Kimmel segment is often viral gold, and in this edition celebrities of the musical variety are reading some of the harshest comments about themselves ever committed to Twitter. Hurt musicians include One Direction, Ed Sheeran, Wiz Khalifa, Demi Lovato, Mumford & Sons, Lionel Richie, and more. READ NEXT: Watch Laga Gaga’s Incredible Tribute To David Bowie […]

10 years ago

Last night’s GRAMMYs was full of memorable moments, perhaps the stand-out being Lady Gaga’s tribute to the late, great David Bowie. A figurehead of glam rock, Bowie was a massive influence of the work and image Lady Gaga created for herself, so she performed a touching medley of the Brit’s greatest hits last night. The performance charts […]

10 years ago

Netflix’s hit series Daredevil is soon to return to our screens and the first full-length trailer has just dropped. The first season saw the origin of Hell’s Kitchen’s masked vigilante (Charlie Cox), while the next instalment sees an escalation in the war on crime, with the appearance of a new crimefighter on the scene: Frank Castle, AKA The Punisher (The Walking Dead‘s Jon […]

10 years ago

Star Wars: The Force Awakens smashed all kinds of records last Christmas, but since the next instalment in the series is two years away from release, its makers don’t won’t you forgetting about it. Filming for the second film in the trilogy kicked off yesterday, starting in Ireland’s own Skellig Michael, the setting for Luke […]

10 years ago

We’re not sure this constitutes a cocktail, but a Guinness & Smirnoff Ice concoction now exists and we’re not entirely sure how we feel about it. A Galway pub called An Púcán brought the alcoholic polar opposites together in what seems to known as ‘Black Ice’. Great name, in fairness. Check it out below.    View this post on Instagram […]

10 years ago

The Simpsons has repeatedly references movies over the years; some you’ll have noticed, others not so much. For the curious out there, film fan Celia Goméz has created a supercut of clips taken from 27 seasons of the animated series and lined them up alongside their cinematic inspirations. Among the films referenced are Basic Instinct, One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, Taxi […]

10 years ago

GoT fans, prepare to be excited. The latest trailer for Season 6 has just dropped and it takes place in the in the Hall of Faces (where Arya lost her sight when last we met). As we’re shown visages of the deceased, significant quotes from the series can be heard. By the end, we’re given a clue as […]

10 years ago

You’ll probably be more familiar with the band OK Go for their incredible videos, rather than their actual music. Ever since their video for ‘A Million Ways‘ went old school viral back in 2005, the band’s videos have become increasingly elaborate. In fact, it seemed like their was no way they could have outdone their last effort. But, apparently, they […]

10 years ago

The final trailer for mouthful of movie known as Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice has just been released. The superhero showdown sees Batman (Ben Affleck) develop a beef with the alien “god” that is Superman (Henry Cavill) after the mass destruction he caused during the events of Man Of Steel (not to mention damn near killing a […]

10 years ago

Now for your daily dose of utter ridiculousness: these ‘air farmers’ have recently begun selling jars of air for more than €100 a piece. A recently launched company called Aethaer bottles air from the “most beautiful, pristine areas of countryside” in Britain’s West Country to sell them to heavily polluted cities, like Hong Kong. Take a look at their […]

10 years ago

Ever wanted a dog-sized rabbit for a pet? If so, it’s your lucky day. Atlas is a 7-month-old continental giant rabbit from Scotland, whose current owner can no longer manage as it’s become too big for her home. Glasgow SPCA centre manager Anna O’Donnell said,  He is a very friendly rabbit who loves attention and getting cuddles. Atlas is […]

10 years ago

Sometimes when you travel you just wanna go somewhere with good vibes, and these cities have got the best vibes in Europe. Using information compiled from European Commission’s barometer of our continent’s quality of life, Business Insider found the 19 cities that were the absolute happiest in Europe. From the looks of it, Holland is an especially […]

10 years ago

Gotta love Carpool Karaoke. The massively popular segment is James Corden’s brainchild which features on The Late Late Show (the American one that is), and so far it brought us incredible moments from the likes of Stevie Wonder, Justin Bieber, and Adele. The latest addition to the series is Elton John and it looks like […]

10 years ago

Fans of The Bourne Identity series rejoice, because the first trailer for the upcoming movie has just dropped. Simply titled Jason Bourne, the film centres around an amnesiac ex-assassin who’s been in hiding from the government for years. But Bourne now remembers everything, and for reasons unknown he’s emerging from obscurity once more… Cue shirtless fighting scenes and […]

10 years ago

Ahead of her halftime performance at today’s Superbowl that’s sure to wow millions, Beyonce has just drummed up even more hype with this surprise single. ‘Formation’ is Beyonce’s first new single since 2014 and it dropped completely without warning.  Predictably enough, the internet is going crazy for it. Watch the video above and lets us know what you think […]

10 years ago

Ben Stiller appeared on The Graham Norton Show to promote Zoolander 2 last night. While he had the comedic actor on the couch, Norton asked about the fictional male model’s iconic look Blue Steel. Watch Stiller explain how to achieve facial perfection in the video above. READ NEXT: Tom Hiddleston Did An Impression Of Graham Norton And It Was […]

10 years ago

If you’re a thrill seeker and a gadget lover, here’s the perfect marriage just for you: droneboarding. Exactly what it sounds like, droneboarding is where a drone is used to tow a snowboarder. Check out the incredible video from Kaspars Balamovskis above to see what it’s like. READ NEXT: The New Drone Racing League Is Formula 1 And ‘Star Wars’ Combined

10 years ago

Remember that bit from the Little Rascals, where the kids sneaked into a cinema by hiding under a massive trench coat? Apparently, it’s not that unfeasible. American YouTuber Bo Johnson decided he’d smuggle his friend Matthew into a movie theatre by hiding him under his clothes and pretending he was overweight. Check out the video above to see how he fared. READ NEXT: 27 Tweets […]

10 years ago

Who doesn’t love a good OTT proposal? When a guy named Oli wanted to propose to his girlfriend he turned to The Proposers, a YouTube channel who help people pop the question in a very special way.  In this case, that proposal involved disguises, a restaurant full of actors, an enthusiastic rendition of ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’, […]

10 years ago

These two Australian men became internet famous this week after they shirtlessly foiled a robbery on an Oporto fast food restaurant. After the clip went viral the pair from the Gold Coast, named James Ross-Munro and Kane Wiblen, appeared on Aussie talk show Today.  The result was hilarious. If you missed the original clip of the guys in […]

10 years ago

With a blizzard currently blanketed New York in snow, this extreme sports fanatic thought he’d hit the streets with his board for shits ‘n’ giggles. Check out the video above to see how he got on. READ NEXT: This Guy Made A REAL Lightsaber And It’s Incredibly Dangerous

10 years ago

Anyone who ever loved Star Wars as a kid wanted their own lightsaber. Of course, such a thing couldn’t exist in real life, right? Wrong. An engineering wiz with a thing for sci-fi has just made the fantasy laser sword into actual thing and it looks incredible. Created by Allen Pan of Sufficiently Advanced, the weapon is actually extremely […]

10 years ago

Take note Netflix junkies: the trailer for season 4 of Orange Is The New Black has just dropped. Everybody’s favourite female prison show (it’s definitely in my top five) will be returning to screens on June 17, here’s a little teaser to refresh your money. READ NEXT: Here’s Some Bad News For ‘Sherlock’ Fans

10 years ago

Having been teased with a once-off period episode of the insanely popular show this Christmas, Sherlock fans are clambering for a new season as soon as possible.  But things aren’t looking too good on that front, as Paula Kerger, the president of the American TV network PBS, has revealed we won’t be getting a new season in 2016. Kerger told […]

10 years ago

Refugees Welcome is an incredible frontline look at the reality of the Syrian refugee crisis. After observing his news feed filling up with reports of these asylum seekers as “undesirable, jihadist, dangerous” people, English teacher Hasan Oswald headed to Lesvos in Greece to see for himself. The film that resulted from his experience was incredible and prompted […]

10 years ago

If you’re a devotee of everything Apple, you’re surely gagging for any glimpse you could possibly get of the all new and improved iPhone 7.  Well some pictures have just emerged online and you may not be so impressed with what you see.  Check out the leaked photos below. Pics: Apple Club These photos surfaced on the […]

10 years ago

The Tayto crisp sandwich has been a delicacy made in homes across Ireland for many a year, and this weekend the experts are whipping some up some quality crisp sambos for hungry Castlepalooza goers. The pop-up has arrived Charleville Castle in Tullamore to give the hungover festival folk their heart’s true desire, bless ’em. We’ve seen something like this […]

10 years ago

For just the ninth time ever, an Irish person has won the top Euromillions prize and they’ve bagged themselves €23 million. The winner, however, has not yet come forward to claim their lottery money. So maybe, just maybe, it could be you.  The winning numbers are: 2,11,13, 40, 50, Lucky Stars: 1,10. Main picture: GERARD BOTTINO/Shutterstock.com. READ NEXT: The 25 Irish Snapchatters […]

10 years ago

There’s been a bit of an apocalyptic atmosphere permeating Europe since Britain voted to leave the EU – so The Viper decided to show us how that apocalypse would actually look. He sees Britain 2020 as being ruled by King Nigel Farage, who constantly reminds the population of their mistake, while Ireland has become a nuclear wasteland. […]

10 years ago

We’ve all had uncontrollable fits of laughter at inappropriate times, like during a class in school, but we can all take solace in the fact that it hasn’t happened to us on national radio. Des Cahill was delivering a sports bulletin on Morning Ireland today when he unaccountably broke down into giggles and struggled to make it […]

10 years ago

The hashtag #HeterosexualPrideDay has been trending on Twitter all morning and people are not pleased about it. Many have perused the hashtag expecting a variety of ironic tweets, only to discover that many have been using it sincerely.  As you might expect, members and friends of the LGBT community have had a thing or two to […]

10 years ago

Are you considering a move abroad sometime in the future? Then you might want to check this list out. A study was carried out by the brand strategy firm BAV, the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School, and U.S. News & World Report to discover the best countries to live in, according to millennials (people aged 18-34 year olds). The survey asked 6,000 people […]

10 years ago

Ireland may have been eliminated from the Euros by France, but our fans have stolen the whole show entirely. We’ve been lauded by Channel 4, Sky News, even Eric Cantona, and now the Mayor of Paris herself is officially acknowledging our fans display of “exemplary sportsmanship”. Mayor Anne Hidalgo thanked our fans for creating a special […]

10 years ago

Last night’s season finale of Game Of Thrones can only be described as a-maw-zing. Turn back now if you’re afraid of spoilers. So much wish fulfillment took place in the episode, with the Sparrows getting their comeuppance, Arya getting some long-awaited bloody revenge, John becoming the goddamn King of the North, and Dany finally setting sail for Westeros six seasons later. The […]

10 years ago

You know that feeling when it’s summer and you just want to wear something light when carrying your cat around on your daily errands? I know I do.  From the same folks who brought us that onesie comes the spectacular Summer Mewgaroo Hoodie, which allows you to cradle your cat in public like it’s a newborn babe. The jumper comes complete with cat […]

10 years ago

Ireland and British & Irish Lions back Luke Fitzgerald has just announced his retirement from rugby, effective immediately. The 28 year old was forced to leave the sport because of a severe neck injury he sustained during the Guinness PRO12 Final against Connacht. Fitzgerald told Leinsterrugby.ie, I’m very thankful for the opportunities I have had, the people with […]

10 years ago

The wing of an airplane carrying 241 people caught fire yesterday. Singapore Airlines Flight SQ368 from Changi Airport to Milan had to return to Singapore two hours into their journey as the pilot had noticed engine problems. According to The Guardian, just moments after the plane touched down, the engine on the right wing burst into flames. Singapore Airlines […]

10 years ago

All good things must come to an end, such as Ireland’s fantastic run in the Euros – but our fans over in France just can’t seem to accept it. Captured by Joshua Nallen last night, our boys abroad were as rowdy in defeat as they were in victory, and they sang a song declaring how they really don’t want to […]

10 years ago

The new series of Top Gear has been getting a lot of flack, but I think we can all agree they did a great job with last night’s Wild Atlantic Way segment. It seems that Chris Evans and Matt Le Blanc did a little more than just get selfies with hen parties, they also managed to […]

10 years ago

It’s fair to say this guy isn’t a fan of Donald Trump. When a gang of American tourists were visiting Killarney in Kerry, this Scottish busker decided he’d give them a song that they could appreciate, one told from the point of view of their controversial presidential candidate. Check it out above. READ NEXT: Watch An Irish […]

10 years ago