Category: Craic & Codology

TRIBUTES POUR IN FOR RETIRING RUPERT MURDOCH

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

Patrick Kielty He may have destroyed American democracy and mainstreamed conspiracy theories through Fox News but at least they always have great guests. I’m absolutely dreading to see who the Late Late Show crowd has booked this week. Mickey Harte His stern conservatism didn’t sit well with everyone and he has been heavily criticised over… Read more »

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MICHEÁL MARTIN’S FAVOURITE SOUNDS

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

Following his strong public advocation of The Cranberries song ‘Zombie’, rocking Tánaiste Micheál Martin reveals more of his fav tunes. Have a Nice Day, Stereophonics One can really get down and groove to this number and it perfectly illustrates the soaring heights that can be achieved by a three-dude coalition. Born to Run, Bruce Springsteen:… Read more »

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U2 BEGIN LATEST LUCRATIVE RESIDENCY

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

As U2 begin their run of gigs in the newly constructed Sphere in Las Vegas, members of the band spoke of their excitement. “This is shaping up to be our most lucrative residency since we moved our tax dealings to the Netherlands,” said an enthused Bono. “It’s an honour to perform at such an illustrious… Read more »

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BIDEN APOLOGISES AFTER DOG DOESN’T BITE ANYONE

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

A sheepish US president has apologised after his German shepherd, Commander, failed to bite anyone yesterday. The non-incident has made international headlines, with Commander having bitten 20 secret service agents in the previous two days alone. Canine experts have speculated whether the dog’s behaviour has been influenced by the president’s trip to Ireland earlier this… Read more »

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LEAVING CERT REFORMS SHELVED OVER AI CONCERNS

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

Education minister Norma Foley has defended her decision to scrap plans for a radical overhaul of the Leaving Cert over concerns about the potential impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on teacher-based assessments. “This latest reversal of policy is certainly not a shameless U-turn and an obvious excuse for not taking on the teacher unions –… Read more »

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CARTOONS 4119-01

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-02

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-03

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-04

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-05

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-06

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-07

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-08

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-09

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-10

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOONS 4119-11

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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FESTY O’SEMTEX

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology, Festy O'Semtex

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CARTOONS 4119-12

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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OZONE

September 21, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology, Ozone

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VLAD UNVEILS €1 BILLION PR FUND

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar is to travel to Belfast shortly and announce details of a €1 billion PR fund, provided by the EU, UK and Irish government, as the coalition desperately tries to stave off meltdown and complete humiliation at the next election. Elsewhere, Vlad will also outline the prospects of re-establishing Stormont (ie there aren’t… Read more »

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HARRIS WELCOMES GRA VOTE

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

GARDA COMMISSIONER Drew Harris has described the no-confidence vote by rank-and-file members as “extremely encouraging”. Speaking to the media yesterday, Mr Harris said: “Garda response times are quicker than ever since I took over. Just five years into my own contract and the GRA has already leapt into action to overwhelmingly condemn my leadership. “The… Read more »

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RTÉ MEDIA COMMITTEE FALLOUT

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

RTÉ IS proactively addressing a challenging situation, its director general has stated. Kevin Bakhurst told the Oireachtas media committee that while he was “sickened” about a 10% pay rise given to executives in 2022, it was not because it didn’t apply to him. What is important, the DG noted, is to focus on long-term reforms…. Read more »

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SEÁN QUINN’S AUTOBIOGRAPHY – EXCLUSIVE EXTRACT

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

It was November 2007, and the day of my daughter Ciara’s wedding. I was so ecstatic I called my financial advisor and asked whether there were any more Anglo shares I could buy up but, alas, none were available. As for the wedding, I have no recollection whatsoever of the day itself. Even a cursory… Read more »

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THOSE NEW RTÉ CAR ALLOWANCE GUIDELINES

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

• Patrick Kielty to bypass awkward questions about his predecessor • Montrose to churn out more car-crash programming • Desire to throttle Kevin Bakhurst fading among RTÉ staff • Ray D’Arcy to always remain a middle-of-the-road broadcaster • Collecting licence fee will be an uphill struggle • Ryan Tubridy to keep clutching at straws (Talk… Read more »

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RETURN OF ‘LATE LATE SHOW’ GREATLY ANTICIPATED

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

By T. Deeus TV viewers across Ireland have warmly welcomed the return of RTÉ’s Late Late Show with four out of five families crediting the Friday night flagship production with bringing them closer together. “We all pile into the car together just as the show starts and we’ve great craic on the way to the… Read more »

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FINDING OF COMMITTEE ON ASSISTED DYING

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

• Labour party should be put out of its misery • Greens are already at death’s door • Sláintecare to be given the last rites • Government uncomfortable talking about ethical issues • Stephen Donnelly unlikely to resurrect political career • Coalition’s re-election prospects looking terminal

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RUGBY WORLD CUP SHOCK

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

Ahead of Ireland’s crunch rugby showdown against South Africa, controversial South African director of rugby, Rassie Erasmus, has blamed the referee for a series of contentious decisions, despite the match having not yet taken place. Erasmus claimed the non-existent officiating calls were “clearly biased towards Ireland” and swung this imaginary game in their favour. “I… Read more »

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RYDER CUP STARS TO WATCH

September 21, 2023 Craic & Codology

Michael O’Leary This fiery upstart is an expert at chipping in from all sorts of angles. Following some wigs on the green with the DAA, selectors were impressed that this maverick is never shy to swing his club. Stephen Kenny Despite long-standing difficulties with his front 9 – namely never having one available – he’s… Read more »

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CARTOON 4118-01

September 7, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOON 4118-02

September 7, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOON 4118-03

September 7, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOON 4118-04

September 7, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOON 4118-05

September 7, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOON 4118-06

September 7, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOON 4118-07

September 7, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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CARTOON 4118-08

September 7, 2023 Cartoons, Craic & Codology

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