April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

The Irish public have been urged to prepare themselves for imminent and sudden inflation in the number of TDs in the Dáil. The warning, issued by Independent senator Michael McGowl, has sparked panic among an already frustrated electorate. The former tánaiste stated: “There’s a very real threat of an explosion in the number of TDs… Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

Ireland soccer fans are reportedly still celebrating as the country avoided the heartbreak of being eliminated from the World Cup in America by ingeniously getting booted out in a qualifying round instead. Fans had harboured deep fears that the country would be ejected from the tournament in the US due to a missed penalty, a… Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

In his latest televised address, US President Donald Trump has threatened to “bring Ireland forward to the Stone Ages”, in a direct attack on the coalition. Citing Ireland’s endless housing and health crises, as well as its crumbling infrastructure, Trump said he could target the country if the Government doesn’t continue to kowtow to him…. Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

by Pam Demic THE REPORT on the Government’s handling of the Covid-19 crisis is due to be published at the end of 2026, a mere seven years after the virus arrived in Ireland, after stopping off en route at Cheltenham and the Aviva Stadium. The independent review has already heard about the impact of the… Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

by Gaz Zumped TÁNAISTE SIMON Harris says he believes there are enormous benefits in allowing homeowners to rent out modular units in their gardens and claim tax relief. “This is fantastic news for ordinary renters who want to get into pole position on the Irish property market,” said Mr Harris. “They’ll be closer than ever… Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

Hype Machine – Bono reflects on political crisis and his unrivalled ability to generate column inches. PR Blitz – Brian Eno produces moving meditation on EP release campaigns. Fill More Space – Bono tackles the acres of coverage afforded each U2 release.

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

Breakfast Show RTÉ DG Kevin Hackhurst spins tunes and answers questions from 2FM’s loyal listener – eg ‘Why am I still tuning in?’ Lunchtime Live 2 Eff ’Em head Dan Spiely spins cool new tunes and tries to answer a baffling mystery – who are any of these people on the station’s new schedule? Drivetime… Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

Hildegarde Naughton Her decision to reintroduce fees for tests is seen as another textbook example of buck passing. Will be hoping to avoid getting mauled by the media if her department continues to need bailouts for the foreseeable future. Mary Lou McDonald Needs a really big performance from her players in the two tricky tests… Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

IN THE biggest shake-up the Council of State has experienced since Michael D Higgins’s time, President Connolly’s new appointments are being hailed as both trail-blazing and sensational. Large crowds gathered outside Áras an Uachtaráin last night to celebrate the historic occasion and offer their support for the new council. Said one ecstatic well-wisher: “Once again,… Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

Electricity: Coalition will continue to keep the public in the dark Speed limits: Children’s hospital opening date to be slowed down even further Clothing: Voters will be expected to tighten their belts over the coming months Retrofitting: Cabinet ministers to try to insulate themselves from criticism Food: Green initiatives will mostly consist of reheated leftovers… Read more »

April 9, 2026 Craic & Codology

Those hot-shots to watch as Heimir Hallgrímsson’s team embark on a series of glamour friendlies Hooz Thislad (Grenada) In-form striker who’s been scoring prolifically in the Grenadian fourth division. Has said his life’s dream is to play Ireland in a friendly in front of an empty stadium. Never Erdofhim (Qatar) Currently one of the hottest… Read more »

March 26, 2026 Craic & Codology

Tánaiste Simon Harris is to look at “an appropriate intervention” to fuel Government TDs, most of whom have run out of energy to address the apparently endless crises facing the country. It has been widely noted that many deputies are too preoccupied with oily behaviour to formulate innovative new ideas. “The whole lot of them… Read more »

March 26, 2026 Craic & Codology

So the dream is over/lives on. Nobody who witnessed our magnificent/pathetic efforts to storm/fumble our way to the World Cup will have been reminded of Jack’s legends/a blindfolded drunk as we heroically scaled new heights/sank to unprecedented lows against outclassed/amused foes, who simply had no answer/couldn’t keep a straight face when confronted by our ingenious/disjointed… Read more »

March 26, 2026 Craic & Codology

Michael O’Leary As someone who is naturally incendiary, I can’t help but feel a natural affinity with fossil fuel importers who are starting to get plenty of stick about prices from Joe Public. My advice would be to blame the passenger cap at Dublin Airport or trade unions. Peter Vandermeersch The cost-of-living situation is really… Read more »

March 26, 2026 Craic & Codology

by No one There are growing fears for Irish jobs as Meta plans “sweeping layoffs” globally. It is understood that the latest cuts are planned to offset costly company investment in AI and heavy spending on re-hiring one expert fact checker. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg said: “High-profile tech bosses like myself are well on the… Read more »

March 26, 2026 Craic & Codology

Sindo publisher Mediahuis has suspended senior journalist Peter Vandermeersch after he controversially admitted not using AI material in his work. Vandermeersch said while writing articles, he “fell into the trap of hallucinations” – with one of the hallucinations believed to have been there was something worth reading in the Sindo. “This should never have happened,”… Read more »

March 26, 2026 Craic & Codology

Following on from RTÉ’s recounting of the Ryanair story in Turbulence, Michael O’Leary has announced his intention to make a documentary about the national broadcaster, in which he will hold forth on the series of disasters to have befallen it in recent years. “I’m making it for only €16.99,” O’Leary told hacks during another publicity… Read more »