Two cunning Irish sports fans had a day to remember when they made the trip to the States for the Superbowl final and blagged some of the best seats in the stadium, next to an NFL star. While many sports fans were sat on the sofa with a cold beer enjoying the game and half… Continue reading Irish sports fans sneak into $25,000 Superbowl seats
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Angry Neeson ad is a Superbowl smash
Last week we showed the video of the Pierce Brosnan Superbowl advert. However, during the game we realised that the former James Bond actor wasn’t the only Irish star to make an appearance. Liam Neeson also appeared in an advert and, like Brosnan, he wasn’t afraid to poke a bit of fun at himself.
Stephen Fry: God is utterly monstrous, and deserves no respect
British actor and comedian Stephan Fry has said that if God exists, he is ‘quite clearly a maniac’ who deserves no respect, in a recent interview on Irish TV. The 57-year-old is an atheist and didn’t hold back when Gay Byrne asked him what he would say to God when he met him at the… Continue reading Stephen Fry: God is utterly monstrous, and deserves no respect
What makes a dream job for Irish people?
Only 21% of Irish people are working in their dream jobs, according to a recent survey. The survey also revealed that people are most envious of singers such as Bono and Imelda May, who are deemed to have the best jobs in the world. The research was carried out by Budweiser as part of the… Continue reading What makes a dream job for Irish people?
Brosnan stars in new Superbowl advert
Irish actor Pierce Brosnan shows that he is able to poke fun at himself in a tongue-in-cheek new advert for this year’s Superbowl. In the advert the James Bond actor is having a discussion with an agent about a possible upcoming role. At first both are full of enthusiasm for the new project but Brosnan… Continue reading Brosnan stars in new Superbowl advert
Ryanair planning transatlantic flights for under €90
It could soon become a lot cheaper for Europeans to visit America – and vice versa – if Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary has his way. The Irish budget airline is looking to start routes from major European airports such as London and Paris to America. O’Leary, the CEO of Ryanair, has said that the airline… Continue reading Ryanair planning transatlantic flights for under €90
Mrs Brown writer planning new projects this year
Fans of the popular Irish comedy Mrs Brown’s Boys are in for a treat as writer and star Brendan O’Carroll revealed his plans for the coming year. The Irish comedian said that he intends to write a new comedy series for the BBC. The series will resurrect a previous piece of work that O’Carroll had… Continue reading Mrs Brown writer planning new projects this year
Findmypast to help people trace their Irish roots
People of Irish origin all over the world will be given a helping hand in tracing their family roots tomorrow – Friday 23 January. The website Findmypast.com, which provides information for people who are looking into their family history, is to hold a webinar which is intended to help people use their information more effectively.… Continue reading Findmypast to help people trace their Irish roots
Liam Neeson under attack from gun manufacturer
Hollywood star Liam Neeson is no stranger to guns and bullets in his hit movies, but he has recently come under fire in the real world from an American gun manufacturer. Para, the firm who provided guns for Neeson’s latest movie, Taken 3, were furious about some of Neeson’s recent comments and are planning to… Continue reading Liam Neeson under attack from gun manufacturer
Breaking Bad star urges Irish to follow their dreams
Aaron Paul, star of the hit TV series Breaking Bad, has urged Irish people to follow their dreams. The actor was in Ireland as an ambassador for a competition from American beer giant, Budweiser. Irish Entrants to Budweiser’s Dream Job Will be in with a chance to win €50,000 to kick start their dream career. Competition… Continue reading Breaking Bad star urges Irish to follow their dreams