Hollywood actor and director John Krasinski has revealed he believes Irish star Cillian Murphy is an ‘epic human being’. Krasinski made his name playing Jim Halpert in the US version of comedy classic The Office.
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Bookies slash odds on Irish star Michael Fassbender to be the next James Bond
Irish star Michael Fassbender is being tipped to be the next James Bond, after the odds were slashed over the weekend. Current 007 Daniel Craig is filming his final movie as the suave British agent. It has led to widespread speculation as to who could be next to take on the iconic role.
Hollywood star Emily Blunt takes time off from filming to meet locals in Irish pub
Locals in an Irish pub got a shock this week as Hollywood star Emily Blunt stopped by for a pint of Guinness. The Golden Globe winning actress was in Ireland to film and new movie, Wild Mountain Thyme, with Christopher Walken, Jon Hamm and Irish star Jamie Dornan.
Dublin has been named the most vegan friendly city in the world
Dublin has been named the most vegan friendly city in the world by a leading travel agency – however, there is still room for improvement in terms of quality. UK firm Hayes and Jarvis underwent the daunting challenge of studying data from TripAdvisor that relates to local eateries in the 50 most visited cities in… Continue reading Dublin has been named the most vegan friendly city in the world
Luxury magazine names two Irish resorts among the best in the world
Two Irish resorts have been named among the top ten in the world by a leading online travel magazine. Conde Nast Traveler, a site that focuses on luxury travel and lifestyle, has published its Reader’s Choice Award winners for 2019.
Could flights to and from Ireland soon become alcohol free?
Flights coming in and out of Ireland could soon be alcohol free in a bid to prevent unpleasant and disruptive behaviour from passengers who ruin the journey for everyone else. The Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) said the option of banning alcohol is ‘absolutely on the table’.
Many of Ed Sheeran’s tattoos are ‘sh*t’ – according to the man who inked them
The man responsible for dozens of singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran’s tattoos has admitted that he has mixed feelings about his work with the star. Tattoo artist Kevin Paul described working with the superstar singer as being both the ‘best and worst’ thing to happen in his career.
Intelligence war between British Army and IRA is focus of fascinating BBC documentary
A BBC documentary about the Troubles is set to focus on the intelligence war between the British Army and the IRA. The programme – Spotlight on The Troubles: A Secret History – is receiving rave reviews.
Quick thinking Irish jockey saves rival from being trampled
There was a heroic example of great Irish sportsmanship at Roscommon racecourse as a jockey forfeited his chance to win a race to save a competitor from falling off his horse. The extraordinary scenes unfolded as jockey Jody McGarvey was briefly knocked out cold after being hit in the face by his horse in a… Continue reading Quick thinking Irish jockey saves rival from being trampled
Irish pensioner is inspiration to boxing great Lennox Lewis
A video of a super-fit 89-year-old Irishman working the punch bag has gone viral – and caught the attention of heavyweight legends Lennox Lewis and Frank Bruno. Stephen Maher of Ballyfermot, Dublin was visiting relatives when he spotted a punch bag at their home.