Category: Craic & Codology

UNA MULLALLY HAS TO GO!

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DUBLIN CAR owners and manufacturers have again called for an outright ban on journalist and broadcaster Una Mullally. Said one irate commuter, Mike Madeup: “It’s time to get rid of her selfish, left-wing hysteria. After all, her articles are routinely abandoned and left unread by large swathes of the population.” According to automotive industry spokesperson... Read more »

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WILLIAM HILL BOOKIES FINED

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BRITISH GAMBLING giant William Hill has been hit with a record £19.2m fine for failing to safeguard gamblers – sorry, customers – and failing to have robust anti-money-laundering controls in place. A spokesman for the company said: “William Hill has a proud and proven record of implementing the highest possible standards to protect vulnerable gambling... Read more »

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AIR CORPS LATEST

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The Defence Forces’ scrambling of aircraft after spotting Russian vessels has been met with widespread disbelief, with defence analysts unaware that the Air Corps had any aircraft. Similarly, reports that ships were also deployed has proved equally confounding to military observers. “Firstly, the Defence Forces are usually too busy dealing with the fallout from the... Read more »

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CLARIFICATION

Stephen Kenny

In recent years and in common with all other media organisations, this publication may have inadvertently lent the impression that we regarded the national football team as being led by a naive, romantic daydreamer who couldn’t lead a procession let alone an international football side. Headlines such as “Republic Of Imbeciles”, “Kenny’s Kids Couldn’t Score... Read more »

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KELLIE HARRINGTON’S BOXING LEXICON

Kellie Harrington

Sparring: Tense chat with Off The Ball presenter Gloves: What come off during an interview Below the belt: How you view line of questioning Knock-out blow: Shane Hannon lands a haymaker On the ropes: Taking a pummelling on social media Throw in the towel: Make apologetic Twitter statement

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THOSE PROPOSED DEFAMATION LAW REFORMS IN FULL

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Articles about Simon Harris must always be placed in a prominent position Irish Times columnists will continue to act as judge and jury on everyone Legislation to tackle the ‘chilling effect’, ie ministers staging cringe-worthy photo ops Discourage media outlets from reporting on sickening content (Leo Varadkar’s fridge etc) Libel awards to be capped at... Read more »

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GWYNETH PALTROW IN COURT: VIPS GIVE THEIR VERDICT

Gwyneth Paltrow

Eamon Ryan Terrible to see Gwyneth Paltrow courting disaster. Not only a great actor but also a powerful voice for everything alternative. But it’s all downhill now while facing the constant dread of uncoupling from those closest to her. Er, … Ryan Tubridy TV entertainment at its best. What more could viewers ask for? A... Read more »

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CARTOONS 4106-01

Tim Bales - cashless

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CARTOONS 4106-02

Dowling - Credit Suisse

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CARTOONS 4106-03

Dowling - Nordie Stream pipeline

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CARTOONS 4106-04

Johnny Hawkins - Plenty of Justice

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CARTOONS 4106-05

Keyes - Clock

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CARTOONS 4106-06

Keyes - Scrum

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CARTOONS 4106-07

Lennon - UK Border force

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CARTOONS 4106-08

Mark Wood - Accountant

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CARTOONS 4106-09

Mark Wood - Last Moments

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CARTOONS 4106-10

Mark Wood - Sweet House Selfies

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CARTOONS 4106-11

McCabe - airport drones

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CARTOONS 4106-12

McCabe - graveyard

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CARTOONS 4106-13

Percival - best life

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CARTOONS 4106-14

Schwadron - miracle drug

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CARTOONS 4106-15

Seddon - fly

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OZONE

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WHO’LL BE FILLING TUBS’S BOOTS?

Gary Lineker

Chat GPT Research suggests the high-profile chatbot is actually capable of understanding human emotions, which gives it a huge advantage over RTÉ rival Brendan O’Connor. Has vowed to be far less robotic during interviews than Tubridy. Ray D’Arcy Spent years working alongside kids favourite Dustin but Ray’s last few TV projects were regarded as real... Read more »

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IRISH OSCARS FLOP – AN APOLOGY

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IN COMMON with all other news outlets, we may have given the impression over recent months that Irish films would dominate this year’s Academy Awards. Headlines such as “Irish Stars To Sweep Boards” and “Banshees Best Movie Ever” may possibly have contributed to the notion that Ireland would dominate the 2023 Academy Awards. After receiving... Read more »

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TIKTOK STARS EMERGE AS UNLIKELY TDS

Rural TikTok stars have emerged as unlikely Independent TDs, regularly using the Dáil to indulge in shameless attention-seeking. Michael Healy-Rae and Richard O’Donoghue are among those who use the chamber to try to increase their TikTok following, while social media users have also been stunned to learn that Simon Harris is in fact Minister for... Read more »

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THAT UNIVERSAL RUGBY PUFF PIECE

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Not since the days of yore, when Cú Chulainn stalked the hurling pitches, has there been such awe and admiration for Irish sporting genius. Indeed, if truth be told, the ancient Celtic gods would instantly drop to their knees to acknowledge the greatness of our present-day rugby warriors. Each player resembled a princely Adonis as... Read more »

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EVICTION BAN LATEST

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The eviction ban on the current Government is set to be lifted, with many voters now saying they fully intend to turf them out at the next election. The coalition has been living in opulent surroundings for the last few years, with ministers enjoying a jet-set lifestyle – especially during the recent Paddy’s Day weekend.... Read more »

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COVID APP DISCONTINUED

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Following the decision to decommission the Covid tracker app, hopes are now high that a similar decision will be made regarding ‘obsolete’ Stephen Donnelly. Critics say Donnelly, who was rolled out midway through the pandemic, “never really worked” and they have been sceptical of his effectiveness since the outset. “He looks professional but he doesn’t... Read more »

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VARADKAR CLARIFIES THINKING BEHIND REFERENDUM

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By Jack Boot Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has re-emphasised the Government’s support for next November’s gender-equality referendum, saying removing the “outdated” reference to “women in the home” will “more accurately reflect Irish women’s status in 21st century Ireland”. Noting that removing the wording was long overdue, Mr Varadkar elaborated: “The way things are now progressing, very... Read more »

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NEW GARDA STATION ON O’CONNELL STREET

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JUSTICE MINISTER Simon Harris has welcomed the new Garda station on O’Connell Street as “a major step in reviving Dublin’s city centre”. Speaking to reporters, Mr Harris said: “It’s really a very positive development, providing a high-visibility presence for my policies in this busy city centre area. “And that’s certainly not just because this part-time... Read more »

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ECSTATIC PRAISE FOR ‘KIN’ SEASON 2

Leo Varadkar

Leo Varadkar IT’S AMAZING to witness the ongoing success of quality home-grown talent. Great stuff, guys – highly deserved. And speaking of being at the top of one’s game, I’m no stranger to highs and lows myself, but Fine Gael’s abysmal poll ratings of late should carry a trigger warning. Micheál Martin RTÉ’S SECOND season... Read more »

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GREENS ‘NOT SENSIBLE’ CONTROVERSY

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by Phil Twitter Green Party communications director Thomas Malarky has again apologised for describing Dublin Central TD Neasa Hourigan as being “not sensible”. “People can imagine how very sorry I am for this dramatic error,” said the official yesterday. “And of course I’m particularly sorry that I was caught.” The controversial post prompted the Greens... Read more »

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KEY POINTS FROM THAT SF ‘REVENGE’ BOOK ON SHANE ROSS

Shane Ross

Shane was a member of a pernicious organisation known as Fine Gael Ross associated with political corpses in order to get into government The former minister still won’t shut up about Stepaside Garda Station Very little evidence to suggest the Independent Alliance has completely disbanded He still hasn’t gone away you know, unfortunately

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KENNY CONFIDENT OF HISTORIC FRENCH RESULT

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Ahead of Ireland’s crunch Euro qualifier against France, Stephen Kenny has expressed confidence about a history-making result, with a record home defeat potentially on the cards. After a disappointing Nations League campaign, the boys in green are huge outsiders against the French superstars, but Kenny sounded a defiant note. “I think the fans will see... Read more »

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