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IRISH author Marian Keyes is “beside herself” with excitement after the BBC acquired the rights to a television drama series based on her books. Newly commissioned The Walsh Sisters will be based on popular novels by the Limerick-born and Cork-raised writer. The series revolves around the chaotic, dysfunctional but loveable Walsh family, which includes five sisters, a devout … [Read more...] about Marian Keyes ‘beside herself’ with excitement as popular novels adapted for TV drama

DUBLINERS were given an extra dose of Christmas cheer when an NYPD car drove through the streets blaring a classic festive tune. The car, which made its way through the city yesterday, was playing the song Galway Bay in honour of the Christmas hit Fairytale of New York. Surprised onlookers spotted it passing by a range of Dublin landmarks, including The CHQ Building, Dublin … [Read more...] about NYPD patrol car spreads festive cheer in the streets of Dublin

POPULAR Irish comedy series The Young Offenders returns to our screens this month for a special Christmas episode. Alex Murphy is back as lovable rogue Conor, who is attempting to help prepare the home for the arrival of a new baby brother. His mam Mairéad, played by Hilary Rose, and her new husband, the local garda officer Seargent Healy, played by Dominic MacHale, are about … [Read more...] about The Young Offenders returns to our screens this month for a Christmas special

THE economy in Ireland is in a “favourable” position thanks to “substantial” tax payments the nation receives from global corporations. A new report from the Irish Fiscal Advisory Council claims “Ireland’s next government can expect steady growth and substantial tax receipts” as the nation’s “record employment rates and soaring tax receipts are not expected to unwind soon” The … [Read more...] about Irish economy in ‘favourable’ position with record employment and hefty corporation tax receipts

League of Ireland side Bohemians have partnered with Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. to raise money for Palestine. The band will appear as a sponsor on Bohemians' third kit to support Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). Profits from sales will go to MAP's emergency response efforts in Gaza and Lebanon. Maddie Powell, a MAP representative, said funds from the jersey will go … [Read more...] about Fontaines D.C and Bohemians team up to raise money for Palestine