Our Top 10 albums of 2025 It's been another golden year for Irish music and there were a brace of breakthrough albums and curveballs from international acts. Here is our round-up of the best records of 2025 2025 in Review • 01 Jan
Our Top 10 albums of 2025 It's been another golden year for Irish music and there were a brace of breakthrough albums and curveballs from international acts. Here is our round-up of the best records of 2025 2025 in Review • 01 Jan
Rob Reiner's son charged with murder of parents The son of Hollywood actor and filmmaker Rob Reiner has been arrested and charged with the murder of his parents after they were found dead in their home over the weekend, the Los Angeles Police Department has said. US • 15 Dec 25
Rob Reiner's son charged with murder of parents The son of Hollywood actor and filmmaker Rob Reiner has been arrested and charged with the murder of his parents after they were found dead in their home over the weekend, the Los Angeles Police Department has said. US • 15 Dec 25
6 talking points from RTE Radio 1's new schedule After weeks of speculation and gossip, RTÉ unveiled a major new Radio 1 schedule this morning — the biggest overhaul in 25 years. Analysis and Comment • 12 Oct 25
6 talking points from RTE Radio 1's new schedule After weeks of speculation and gossip, RTÉ unveiled a major new Radio 1 schedule this morning — the biggest overhaul in 25 years. Analysis and Comment • 12 Oct 25
Taylor Swift's The Life Of A Showgirl is utterly joyful From 2024's sprawling, introspective The Tortured Poets Department to the shimmering, irrepressibly joyful The Life of a Showgirl – Taylor Swift has once more laid her soul bare. And what a delight it is to hear the popstar in such jubilant form. Reviews • 04 Oct 25
Taylor Swift's The Life Of A Showgirl is utterly joyful From 2024's sprawling, introspective The Tortured Poets Department to the shimmering, irrepressibly joyful The Life of a Showgirl – Taylor Swift has once more laid her soul bare. And what a delight it is to hear the popstar in such jubilant form. Reviews • 04 Oct 25
'Nothing funny' about Kirk death, says Kimmel on return Jimmy Kimmel insisted he never meant to make light of Charlie Kirk's murder as he returned to his ABC show following a five-day suspension. Entertainment • 24 Sep 25
'Nothing funny' about Kirk death, says Kimmel on return Jimmy Kimmel insisted he never meant to make light of Charlie Kirk's murder as he returned to his ABC show following a five-day suspension. Entertainment • 24 Sep 25
Sumptuous send-off for much loved Downton Abbey After 15 years on the small and big screen, Julian Fellowes' hugely successful period drama sees Downton Abbey close its doors for the last time - and it's a fitting finale. Movie Review • 13 Sep 25
Sumptuous send-off for much loved Downton Abbey After 15 years on the small and big screen, Julian Fellowes' hugely successful period drama sees Downton Abbey close its doors for the last time - and it's a fitting finale. Movie Review • 13 Sep 25
Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne dies age 76 Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76. Music • 23 Jul 25
Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne dies age 76 Black Sabbath frontman Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76. Music • 23 Jul 25
SOS! Rihanna's Smurfs outing is 50 shades of blue Grammy winner Rihanna heads a star-studded cast in this nostalgic reimagining of an '80s cartoon classic that never finds its rhythm. Movie Review • 18 Jul 25
SOS! Rihanna's Smurfs outing is 50 shades of blue Grammy winner Rihanna heads a star-studded cast in this nostalgic reimagining of an '80s cartoon classic that never finds its rhythm. Movie Review • 18 Jul 25
Four Letters of Love is tourism bosses' dream movie Based on Niall Williams' bestseller and adapted by the author himself, the romantic drama stocks up on screen talent and piles on the siúcra as love finds a way. Movie Review • 19 Jul 25
Four Letters of Love is tourism bosses' dream movie Based on Niall Williams' bestseller and adapted by the author himself, the romantic drama stocks up on screen talent and piles on the siúcra as love finds a way. Movie Review • 19 Jul 25
Live Aid was 40 years ago this weekend 40 years ago this weekend, the world turned on the biggest global jukebox it had ever seen and heard as two massive concerts took place in London and Philadelphia to raise money for the famine-stricken people of Africa. Live Aid • 13 Jul 25
Live Aid was 40 years ago this weekend 40 years ago this weekend, the world turned on the biggest global jukebox it had ever seen and heard as two massive concerts took place in London and Philadelphia to raise money for the famine-stricken people of Africa. Live Aid • 13 Jul 25
Behind the music - Lotte Betts-Dean The West Cork Chamber Music Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary between 27 June and 6 July in Bantry with a programme including a performance from Australian mezzo soprano Lotte Betts Dean. We asked her the BIG questions . . . Behind the Music • 04 Jul 25
Behind the music - Lotte Betts-Dean The West Cork Chamber Music Festival celebrates its 30th anniversary between 27 June and 6 July in Bantry with a programme including a performance from Australian mezzo soprano Lotte Betts Dean. We asked her the BIG questions . . . Behind the Music • 04 Jul 25
Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson dies, aged 82 The Beach Boys' co-founder, singer, arranger and chief songwriter Brian Wilson has died at the age of 82, his family has announced. Music • 11 Jun 25
Beach Boys co-founder Brian Wilson dies, aged 82 The Beach Boys' co-founder, singer, arranger and chief songwriter Brian Wilson has died at the age of 82, his family has announced. Music • 11 Jun 25
How to Train Your Dragon is all-fired-up family fun The latest live-action remake of a family favourite is among the genre's best. Movie Review • 11 Jun 25
How to Train Your Dragon is all-fired-up family fun The latest live-action remake of a family favourite is among the genre's best. Movie Review • 11 Jun 25
Wide awake in Arcadia as Sleep Token rouse jaded ears How big are Sleep Token going to become? That's the question that arises with every listen to Even in Arcadia, the most-anticipated stadium-sized metal album of 2025. Album Review • 09 May 25
Wide awake in Arcadia as Sleep Token rouse jaded ears How big are Sleep Token going to become? That's the question that arises with every listen to Even in Arcadia, the most-anticipated stadium-sized metal album of 2025. Album Review • 09 May 25
Disruption to the LA movie and music awards season February and March are key months for awards seasons in Los Angeles for both the music and movie industries, but as firefighters there continue to battle the flames, the grim reality of the impact of the wildfires is impossible to tell. Entertainment Headlines • 13 Jan 25
Disruption to the LA movie and music awards season February and March are key months for awards seasons in Los Angeles for both the music and movie industries, but as firefighters there continue to battle the flames, the grim reality of the impact of the wildfires is impossible to tell. Entertainment Headlines • 13 Jan 25
Christopher Reeve doc shows he really was a super man He may have played The Man of Steel in Hollywood, but this documentary about Christopher Reeve shows that he was a super hero in real life too. Movie Review • 31 Oct 24
Christopher Reeve doc shows he really was a super man He may have played The Man of Steel in Hollywood, but this documentary about Christopher Reeve shows that he was a super hero in real life too. Movie Review • 31 Oct 24
Kneecap make an exhibition of themselves on Fine Art Kneecap's very funny, deadly serious new album tackles mental health issues, too much booze, drugs, sectarianism and the thrill of a good night out Music • 14 Jun 24
Kneecap make an exhibition of themselves on Fine Art Kneecap's very funny, deadly serious new album tackles mental health issues, too much booze, drugs, sectarianism and the thrill of a good night out Music • 14 Jun 24
How the Big Yin made Ireland laugh during The Troubles Of course it's popcorn snortingly funny but this re-discovered film of Billy Connolly's 1975 Irish tour is also a fascinating time capsule of Ireland North and South. Movie Review • 14 May 24
How the Big Yin made Ireland laugh during The Troubles Of course it's popcorn snortingly funny but this re-discovered film of Billy Connolly's 1975 Irish tour is also a fascinating time capsule of Ireland North and South. Movie Review • 14 May 24
Laurence Fox to pay €210k in damages after libel case Laurence Fox has been ordered to pay a total of £180,000 (approx €210,000) in damages to two people he referred to as paedophiles on social media after losing a High Court libel battle. Entertainment Headlines • 25 Apr 24
Laurence Fox to pay €210k in damages after libel case Laurence Fox has been ordered to pay a total of £180,000 (approx €210,000) in damages to two people he referred to as paedophiles on social media after losing a High Court libel battle. Entertainment Headlines • 25 Apr 24
BBC radio star Zoe Ball announces death of her mother Broadcaster Zoe Ball said her family are "bereft" following the death of her mother Julia. Entertainment Headlines • 24 Apr 24
BBC radio star Zoe Ball announces death of her mother Broadcaster Zoe Ball said her family are "bereft" following the death of her mother Julia. Entertainment Headlines • 24 Apr 24
Matthews discusses world record marathon challenge Reality star Spencer Matthews has said he wants to "push myself and test myself" as he takes on a world record attempt after struggling with alcohol issues. Entertainment Headlines • 23 Apr 24
Matthews discusses world record marathon challenge Reality star Spencer Matthews has said he wants to "push myself and test myself" as he takes on a world record attempt after struggling with alcohol issues. Entertainment Headlines • 23 Apr 24
Jeremy Irons 'never happier' than when in West Cork Oscar-winning English actor English actor Jeremy Irons has said he's "never happier than when I'm down here in West Cork." Entertainment Headlines • 27 Apr 24
Jeremy Irons 'never happier' than when in West Cork Oscar-winning English actor English actor Jeremy Irons has said he's "never happier than when I'm down here in West Cork." Entertainment Headlines • 27 Apr 24
Horner denies rumours of fly-on-the-wall documentary Red Bull boss Christian Horner has dismissed rumours that he and wife Geri plan to star in a family documentary. Entertainment Headlines • 22 Apr 24
Horner denies rumours of fly-on-the-wall documentary Red Bull boss Christian Horner has dismissed rumours that he and wife Geri plan to star in a family documentary. Entertainment Headlines • 22 Apr 24
Kym Marsh to play Cruella de Vil in new stage show Actress and former pop star Kym Marsh has been announced to play the role of villian Cruella de Vil in an upcoming UK and Irish tour of 101 Dalmatians. Entertainment Headlines • 18 Apr 24
Kym Marsh to play Cruella de Vil in new stage show Actress and former pop star Kym Marsh has been announced to play the role of villian Cruella de Vil in an upcoming UK and Irish tour of 101 Dalmatians. Entertainment Headlines • 18 Apr 24
Olly Murs welcomes first child with wife Amelia Pop singer Olly Murs has announced the arrival of his first child with wife Amelia. Music • 17 Apr 24
Olly Murs welcomes first child with wife Amelia Pop singer Olly Murs has announced the arrival of his first child with wife Amelia. Music • 17 Apr 24
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