Author: Andrew Moore

The British authorities have been accused of protecting killers from both sides during the Troubles in Northern Ireland and disposing of evidence against them in return for information. The shocking claim comes from a team of investigative journalists who produce the BBC current affairs programme Panorama.

The Irish government will review its law on smacking children after the Council of Europe ruled that the lack of a clear ban is a violation to children’s rights. The use of violence as a means of discipline has been outlawed in Irish homes for nearly 15 years, but currently parents can still defend their… Continue reading Government re-considers laws on smacking children

A controversial new play about the Easter Rising has been written by a Dublin journalist, with Ardal O’Hanlon starring as a cross-dressing Padraig Pearse. The Father Ted star will play a fictional version of the Rising leader in ‘Death Wish 16: The GPO’.

Movie legend George Clooney appeared on the Graham Norton show last weekend and revealed his ongoing war of pranks with fellow Hollywood megastar Brad Pitt. The Tomorrowland actor was one of several A-list guests for Norton, as fellow superstars Dwayne Johnson and Snoop Dogg were also welcomed on to the show. Clooney was in fine… Continue reading George Clooney reveals pranks on Brad Pitt on Graham Norton Show

“Did you do this?” Poor Benny couldn’t meet his owner’s eyes as he shifted uncomfortably on the end of the couch. This Irish dog has the look of guilt about him, after his owner asked him if he was responsible for the destroyed couch in his front room.

The Eurovision Song contest takes place this Saturday in Vienna but unfortunately Ireland won’t be adding to its record seven victories in the competition. Ireland’s entry, Playing With Numbers by Molly Sterling, failed to qualify from the second semi-final and make it through to the showpiece event. It is a real shame for 17-year-old Molly,… Continue reading Eurovision Song contest – but no Ireland!

Former Irish president Mary McAleese has accused the Catholic Church of hypocrisy in their stance to the same-sex marriage referendum. McAleese was speaking at an event hosted by the BeLonG To organisation, which offers help and support to young gay people.

Prince Charles and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall will begin their four-day visit to Ireland today, with a meeting with Sínn Féin president Gerry Adams. The Prince of Wales will meet with the Sínn Féin leader at a visit to National University of Ireland, Galway, where a celebration of Irish culture will take place.

Ireland’s top comedians are joining forces to put on a mega show to raise money for a local children’s hospital. The ‘Laugh Out Loud’ gig will feature stars such as David O’Doherty, PJ Gallagher and Kevin McGahern as well as several more Irish funnymen and women. The aim is to raise money for the Renal… Continue reading Irish comedians join forces in charity gig