A team of Irish fishermen caught a monster 600lb bluefin tuna off the coast of Cork. The giant fish had an estimated value of an eye-watering €3m, although the men will not see a penny as they released the beast back into the ocean.
Author: Michael Kehoe
Ronan Keating says Boyzone missed out on song that became mega hit for another Irish band
Ronan Keating has revealed that Boyzone turned down a song in the late 1990s that turned out to be a huge hit for another Irish band. Boyzone were at the height of their fame when they were approached by U2 singer Bono, who offered them the song Sweetest Thing.
Pop superstar Lorde speaks about her Irish heritage and the Rose of Tralee
New Zealand superstar Lorde has spoken about her Irish heritage and said that she needs to take a proper holiday in the country. She even joked that her mind was running wild thinking about the Co Kerry beauty pageant festival, the Rose of Tralee.
Miss Dublin winner promotes inner beauty to young girls
Irish beauty queen Ciara Whelan is calling on the fashion industry to stop putting unrealistic expectations on young girls about their bodies. Whelan is a winner of the prestigious Miss Dublin beauty pageant so she knows first-hand what a judgemental industry it can be.
Twitter comment splits opinion as to whether Dublin is an ‘ordinary city’
A visitor to Dublin has divided the city’s residents as he posted a tweet on his exit describing the capital as a ‘very ordinary city’. That was the summary of Dublin from Belgian football journalist Samindra Kunti after he spent some time in the city.
Beautiful Cork seaside home comes with its own boathouse and jetty
The co-founder of food brand Cully & Sully has placed his luxury seaside Cork home up for sale with an asking price of €4.9m. The Georgian home is called Raffeen and come with its own boathouse and jetty which is ideal for watersports enthusiasts.
Ed Sheeran nearly quit the music business after becoming a father
Fans of Ed Sheeran could have missed out on ever hearing his new album had he chosen to retire after the birth of his daughter. The 30-year-old star admitted he thought at one stage he would ‘never sing or pick up a guitar again’ as he struggled with the best way to balance his future… Continue reading Ed Sheeran nearly quit the music business after becoming a father
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia want Irish lookalike of Danny DeVito
The producers of hit comedy show It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia are on the lookout for an Irish lookalike of Danny DeVito. The acting legend plays Frank Reynolds in the comedy series and the latest plotline sees him travel to Ireland with his friends.
Humans rescue dolphin and dolphins rescue human either side of Irish waters
A pair of incidents took place either side of the island of Ireland this week that show the incredible bond and caring relationship between humans and dolphins. The aquatic mammals are amongst the most popular species within our societies thanks to their friendly nature and extreme intelligence.
Bill Murray to star in series promoting Ireland’s wonderful golf courses
Comedy legend Bill Murray has landed a dream role for his latest series, as he tours across Ireland playing golf to showcase the brilliant courses we have to offer. The Ghostbusters star will tee off in glamorous courses including St Patrick’s Links, Carne and Galway Bay.
