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Disney confirm Jimmy Kimmel return after brief suspension

Jimmy Kimmel's late-night talk show, which was abruptly pulled from the air last week after the US government threatened broadcasters, will be back tomorrow, Disney have announced.

US • 22 Sep

Photo shows artist Moss Russell performing on a Cork city street for Culture Night

Over 100 venues across Cork open for Culture Night

More than 100 venues across Cork will open tonight as part of Culture Night events in the city.

Munster • 19 Sep

Photo shows actor Louis Partridge pouring guinness in his role as Edward Guinness in Netflix drama series 'House of Guinness'

Watch: House of Guinness cast on their best pint of plain

New Netflix series 'House of Guinness' premiered at the Lighthouse Cinema in Dublin last night with many of the main cast in attendance.

Entertainment • 19 Sep

Jimmy Kimmel show pulled over Charlie Kirk comments

Walt Disney-owned ABC said it was pulling "Jimmy Kimmel Live" off the air, after comments by the late-night show's host about the assassination of Charlie Kirk triggered a threat by the head of the top US communications regulator against Disney.

US • 18 Sep

Spanish singer Melody performing at Eurovision 2025

Spain threatens Eurovision boycott if Israel participates

Spain should boycott next year's Eurovision Song Contest if Israel takes part, Spanish Culture Minister Ernest Urtasun has said, joining Ireland and other European nations threatening to pull out of the event.

Europe • 15 Sep

Spotting liars and the psychology behind 'The Traitors'

The television show The Traitors, which returns to RTÉ One this evening, shows just how good some people are at telling lies, and how bad most of us are at spotting deception.

Ireland • 07 Sep

Golden Rule: Netflix & Sony caught off-guard by KPop hit

KPop Demon Hunters has become a global smash hit – in spite of the low expectations of the companies behind it, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 08 Sep

Giorgio Armani waves to the crowd at fashion launch

Giorgio Armani: The 'king' of Italian fashion

It all began with the jacket. Giorgio Armani twisted and bruised the angular piece of clothing - tearing out the padding, adjusting the proportions, moving the buttons - until he was left with something supple as a cardigan, light as a shirt.

World • 04 Sep

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani dies aged 91

Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has died, the company has said.

Entertainment • 04 Sep

I'll be in the top ten RTÉ earners, says McCullagh

Broadcaster David McCullagh has said he will continue to be an RTÉ staff member rather than a contractor when he undertakes his new role as presenter of Radio 1's Today programme in November.

Ireland • 01 Sep

Watch: Will Traitors Ireland differ to other versions?

How will 'The Traitors Ireland' differ to other versions of the international hit show?

Entertainment • 31 Aug

Siobhán McSweeney stands in front of the cast of Traitors Ireland

Traitors Ireland reveals cast as show begins tonight

The wait is over. The Traitors Ireland begins on RTÉ One and RTÉ Player tonight with host Siobhán McSweeney leading the game of lies, loyalty and lethal betrayals from Slane Castle.

Television • 31 Aug

Mural of CMAT unveiled in singer's hometown Dunboyne

A mural of CMAT has been unveiled in the hit singer's hometown of Dunboyne, Co Meath.

Leinster • 29 Aug

A composite photo of David McCullagh on the left and Claire Byrne on the right

McCullagh moves to Today programme as Byrne to leave RTÉ

Broadcaster David McCullagh has been announced as the new presenter of Radio 1's Today programme as its current presenter Claire Byrne is set to leave RTÉ later this year.

Ireland • 29 Aug

Suspended term for boy involved in Taylor Swift gig plot

A German court has handed down a suspended sentence to a 16-year-old boy who helped prepare a foiled attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Austria last year.

Europe • 26 Aug

Its highly stylised format and focus on deception has made The Traitors a hit in more than 30 countries so far

Deadly Viewing: How The Traitors became a global hit

The Traitors isn't exactly a revolutionary format, but it has swept the global TV world by storm in a matter of years, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 25 Aug

Kneecap band member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh arrives at Westminster Magistrates' Court

Judge adjourns Ó hAnnaidh case until late September

Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, of the Irish rap trio Kneecap, has appeared before Westminster Magistrates' Court in London charged with a terrorism offence.

UK • 21 Aug

'Ketamine queen' to plead guilty to giving Perry drugs

A dealer dubbed the "Ketamine Queen" has agreed to plead guilty to supplying the drugs that killed 'Friends' actor Matthew Perry, the US Department of Justice has said.

US • 18 Aug

UK govt warning over Palestine Action after Rooney pledge

The UK government has warned that author Sally Rooney risks committing a terrorist offence if she funds the Palestine Action group.

UK • 18 Aug

Watch: International Roses explain a uniquely Irish event

The annual Rose of Tralee festival is about to return for it's 66th year.

Ireland • 12 Aug

Brendan Gleeson speaks about his upcoming role in The Weir

'Dream ticket' - Brendan Gleeson on returning to stage

After a ten-year absence from the stage, Brendan Gleeson is returning to the stage for The Weir, describing the opportunity as a "dream ticket".

Ireland • 12 Aug

Mel Gibson to attend as Trim celebrates Braveheart

Mel Gibson and other members of the cast of Braveheart are set to attend a celebration of the Oscar-winning film in Trim, Co Meath this weekend to mark 30 years since its release.

Entertainment • 08 Aug

Tubridy repays RTÉ €150K from controversial payment deal

RTÉ has confirmed that former presenter Ryan Tubridy has repaid the organisation a sum of €150,000 he received as part of a controversial payment deal made in 2020.

Ireland • 08 Aug

Man working at Anthem Vinyl Ireland's new and only vinyl factory in Clane, County Kildare

Vinyl factory opens in Kildare amid surging popularity

A new vinyl factory has opened in Clane, Co Kildare, as the popularity of records continues to rise, particularly among younger listeners who are swapping their phones for the turntable.

Leinster • 08 Aug

image shows three Oasis fans outside the pop-up shop in Dublin - two men and one woman

Watch: Oasis fans stock up on merch at Dublin pop-up

Oasis fans have been snapping up official band merchandise in time for the upcoming, much anticipated gigs in Dublin in ten days time.

Dublin • 07 Aug