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Capri-Sun Orange is recalling certain multipacks due to a labeling error—some pouches marked as “Zero” sugar actually contain regular sugar, posing a risk for those managing diabetes or watching sugar intake. Affected are 10-count packs with 200ml pouches, batch numbers L104, L105, L106, all with a best-before date of April 27, 2027. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland is alerting consumers and r...

Roberto Lopes, Ireland’s veteran defender and unexpected World Cup sensation, is riding a wave of global attention — but with Cape Verde eliminated, his window to cash in on this momentum is closing fast. Born in 1992, his career has spanned decades, yet this tournament has thrust him into the spotlight like a modern-day Roy of the Rovers. Now, under immense pressure and with the clock ticking, th...

San Fermin’s wild bull run turned chaotic again, with six bulls and steers charging through packed streets for two and a half minutes—ending in one man gored in the face and twelve others injured. Despite its storied history and fame from Hemingway, the event remains perilous, especially with tourists joining locals. A rogue bull early on caused panic, and some runners bizarrely pushed bulls away...

A family is navigating heartbreak and legal turmoil after Derek Monaghan died in a bizarre August 2022 accident when his mother-in-law unexpectedly drove off while showing off his new car — dragging him along before the vehicle flipped into a tree. Derek’s widow and daughters also suffered trauma from witnessing the crash, while the mother-in-law sustained serious injuries. The case, settled confi...

Hundreds of bonfires blaze across Northern Ireland this weekend ahead of the July 12th Orange Order marches — a major cultural event commemorating a historic Protestant victory. Police are on high alert for safety, with over 1,000 lodges marching Monday, July 13th, since the 12th falls on a Sunday. While most events are expected to proceed peacefully, a shocking incident at a bonfire in Moygashel...

Tensions in the Middle East are escalating as President Trump issues sharp warnings to Iran after threats against him during the funeral of Iran’s supreme leader. With an interim ceasefire under strain, the U.S. demands Iran publicly guarantee the Strait of Hormuz remains open and safe for shipping — a stance Iran rejects, asserting its right to control and charge fees through the vital waterway....

Ireland’s gambling watchdog is under fire after a global investigation revealed it licensed six companies tied to a vast illegal betting network—fueling addiction, depression, and generational trauma. With gambling now classified as a substance abuse disorder by the WHO, the brain’s dopamine-driven thrill makes it dangerously addictive. VIP managers even incentivize compulsive play, while industry...

Transport Infrastructure Ireland just snatched up the historic Carlton Cinema site on O’Connell Street — and surrounding lots — in a move that’s sparking big questions. Officially tied to the MetroLink station, insiders say this is just the opening act for a bold new plan: building housing right on Dublin’s most iconic street. The state is stepping in big time, via a new special purpose vehicle an...

Ronan’s launching a museum called the “Museumt of the Irish Gangster” — complete with a heist car, dirt from a robbery, and a balaclava allegedly worn by “The Generdoddle.” His safecracker pal Gelly’s helping, and Ronan’s eyeing Mickey Mouse boxer shorts as the next exhibit. Dad’s trying to talk him out of glorifying crime, but Ronan’s got big-city museum comparisons and even plans to invite “Sawn...

Ireland’s Greenest Places is racing toward its August 1 deadline, spotlighting communities and—new this year—individuals driving climate action. Net Zero Hero honors one person making a tangible difference, like Jacinta Barrins educating elders, Joe Devine restoring carbon-capturing bogs, or Pamela O’Connor helping neighbors cut energy use. With judges like Eamon Ryan and Kevin O’Sullivan, this is...

Dr. Ina Kelly’s urgent call for heatwave preparedness in Irish hospitals is sparking a national reckoning—after years of advocacy, she’s now pushing for cooling centers, better ward design, and emergency protocols as Ireland braces for hotter, deadlier summers. With vulnerable patients at risk and climate impacts accelerating, the government’s slow response threatens lives. Local councils are fina...

Nigel Farage’s exit from Clacton sets the stage for a chaotic, media-fueled byelection showdown — but the real story is the town itself, where locals grapple with poverty, mental health, and pride, as they face off against Farage’s spectacle and a surprise challenger, Count Binface, while activists in Jaywick prove their strength lies not in funds, but in community. Listen in comfort: Get a discou...

In 1956, Sydney students pulled off a legendary Olympic torch prank—using a chair leg, plum pudding can, and kerosene-soaked underwear to fake the relay. Chaos erupted when the flame flew, the torch dropped, and a brave student stepped in to save the day. The stunt earned them cheers, a tossed torch (by a mom), and later, successful careers—including a dentist and a vet. Decades later, it remains...

Noeleen Smyth just shattered glass ceilings as Ireland’s first female director of the National Botanic Gardens — a milestone echoing across global horticulture. With a PhD, decades of experience, and mentorship from trailblazing women like Ann James and Edel McDonald, she’s bringing fresh vision to a field once dominated by men. As botanical gardens worldwide embrace sustainability, biodiversity,...

Dion Boucicault, the 19th-century melodrama king whose work once packed theaters but later faded into obscurity, is getting a fresh, powerful revival thanks to Druid Theatre Company’s bold reimagining of “The Shaughraun.” Artistic director Garry Hynes argues Boucicault is foundational to modern Irish theater, not a relic — and she’s pairing it with Eugene ONeill’s “A Moon for the Misbegotten” to e...

Tim Booth, frontman of James, spills the tea on his wild ride—from near-death liver crisis to Hollywood cameo in Batman Begins, to musing on Timothée Chalamet playing him (dance moves required). He reflects on the band’s decades-long resilience, their Brian Eno collaborations, and signature hits like “Sit Down” and “Laid.” Despite a 90s hiatus, James is still selling out arenas with their 2024 alb...

Christopher Nolan’s epic new film, “The Odyssey,” is here—and the director admits the pressure is real, even after conquering blockbusters like “Oppenheimer.” With “Oppenheimer” opening financial doors, Nolan still faces steep creative and budgetary hurdles, but the film’s grand scale is now possible thanks to modern tech. His decades-long obsession with the myth, even culminating in finally finis...

Bastille Day vibes call for Languedoc’s biggest wine stage—where four standout bottles prove this sun-drenched region delivers global flavor without breaking the bank. From a château with escape rooms to a co-op serving textbook Viognier, two English-South African pioneers blending bold reds, and a rugby legend turning biodynamic magic into orange-hued floral wonders—Languedoc’s got your summer th...

The auction game has gone fully digital—most bidding happens online, even in physical auctions where 90% of bids come from screens. Post-pandemic, this shift stuck, with live events struggling to draw crowds. Now, auctions often run simultaneously online and in-person, letting bidders join from anywhere. You register upfront with payment details, and last-minute bids trigger 60-second countdowns—j...

Skip the stress, embrace the flavor—these traybake dinners whip up in under 30 minutes with minimal effort. From Grainne’s one-pan roasted salmon, feta, and tomato pasta to a smoky Cajun salmon traybake with potatoes and lemon, both meals let the oven do the heavy lifting. Cleanup? Just toss the tray in the dishwasher. Easy, satisfying, and seriously delicious—perfect for busy weeknights. Listen i...

From the ashes of Scotland’s post-industrial decay and youth violence, a storyteller emerges—driven by literature, faith, and a fierce love for his homeland. He turned his pain into purpose, working in prisons and schools to heal what was broken, then channeled his grief over lost friends into a mission to expose the opioid crisis through raw, authentic storytelling. Now, he’s adapting his novel i...

Two powerful books collide—one a hilarious, heart-wrenching memoir from Keith Waldrop, whose life reads like a Coen brothers film, and the other, Samar Yazbek’s raw, unflinching testimonies from Gaza since October 2023. Waldrop’s story pulses with quirky characters and deep emotion, while Yazbek’s collection captures the brutal reality of war’s toll on civilians, doctors, and mothers. One laughs,...

Ever wonder why you as a kid obsessed over the fridge light flickering out? That tiny ritual was more than childhood mischief—it’s a metaphor for our desperate, universal need to freeze time, to hold onto moments before they vanish. From shifting reflections to fleeting memories, this episode explores the tension between presence and absence, and how we’re all chasing what slips through our finger...

Sophie O’Sullivan stormed to gold in the 1,500m at the Morton Games with a blistering 4:08.26, making her move on the final lap to hold off the field. Sam Prakel smashed the Mile record in 3:50.97, reclaiming his crown from 2018, while Cristian Miller set a new 100m stadium record at 10.06. Nicola Tuthill inches closer to the Irish hammer throw mark with a best of 71.07m, and Sophie Becker powered...

Irish sprinter Rhasidat Adeleke is pivoting her summer focus from the 400m to the 200m after a rough return race, aiming to qualify for the European Championships in Birmingham. Skipping Monaco’s elite field, she’ll compete in Lucerne and Belgium next week, targeting a 400m qualifying time of 51.20 seconds. Despite a disappointing Eugene performance and public vulnerability about injuries, she’s d...