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Culture - Monday 6 July, 2020
Quiz: How well do you know the soundtracks to these films?
Test your knowledge of the sounds of the big screen.
Culture - Friday 26 June, 2020
Derry Girls, Normal People and 'a few surprises': What to expect from RTÉ's Comic Relief
The show is on tonight from 8pm until 11.30pm.
Culture - Wednesday 24 June, 2020
Quiz: Can you match the quote to the correct film?
It’s time to settle in for the evening quiz.
'The reason it worked is because RTÉ had feck all involvement': Dustin on The Den's reunion and the show's popularity
We take a look at the good, bad and the bizarre of Ireland’s TV past every Wednesday in The Tube.
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Culture - Monday 22 June, 2020
Mark Ruffalo says fossil fuel companies want to 'junk Ireland up' with fracked gas
The Greens have brought in some Hollywood big guns to get the PfG over the line
Joel Schumacher, director of Falling Down, Batman Forever and Veronica Guerin, dies aged 80
The filmmaker died after a year-long battle with cancer, US media reports.
Culture - Friday 19 June, 2020
Sports, weddings and haircuts: Here’s what will now be allowed on 29 June
Further changes to the government’s roadmap were announced by Taoiseach Leo Varadkar this evening.
Sofa Watch: A socially distant Father's Day and Daniel O'Donnell does Kangoo Jumping
All you need to know about your Irish and international chat show options.
Culture - Tuesday 16 June, 2020
A thrilling drama, a Lewis Carroll classic for the kids, and changing planet earth - it's your weekly TV guide
We’ve got you covered for some shows and films to sink your teeth into this week.
'If your home is in question, your world is in question': How Threshold is helping renters during Covid-19
The charity has seen a spike in callers concerned about being evicted or falling into arrears.
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Outdoor gatherings of up to 5,000 people could take place from September, says Taoiseach
Cinemas could reopen in August, said Taoiseach Leo Varadkar today.
Culture - Sunday 14 June, 2020
Film director Spike Lee apologises after defending Woody Allen and criticising 'cancel culture'
Lee called Allen “a great, great filmmaker” in an interview on Friday.
Culture - Friday 12 June, 2020
Kids bored at home? This children's art festival shares classes and events online
“We just want to really encourage people to make, and to create,” Margarita Cappock of Dublin City Council said.
Culture - Thursday 11 June, 2020
'This money is badly needed': Mother urges Irish college to get in touch with parents about refunding fees
A mother has said that she doesn’t understand why Coláiste Cholumba hasn’t been in touch with parents, as other Irish colleges have done.
Culture - Friday 5 June, 2020
Sofa Watch: The Late Late is finished for the summer - but Pat's back on TV for a 'big interview'
All you need to know about your Irish and international chat show options.
Culture - Thursday 4 June, 2020
Trailer Watch: Which film will you stream this weekend?
Cinemas might be closed, but there are other ways to watch. Here are a few options.
Culture - Sunday 31 May, 2020
Notre-Dame square reopens for first time since devastating fire
President Emmanuel Macron reiterated last month his goal of restoring Notre-Dame to its former glory by 2024.
Honey mustard hot dogs and pan-seared steak: Impressive recipes to take your BBQ up a notch
On dinner duty this Father’s Day? We’ve got you covered.
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Culture - Thursday 28 May, 2020
Trailer Watch: Which movie will you stream this weekend?
Cinemas might be closed, but there are other ways to watch. Here are a few options.
Culture - Wednesday 20 May, 2020
Before Normal People: A brief history of Irish TV sex controversies
Introducing The Tube: We’ll be taking a look at the good, the bad and the ugly of Ireland’s TV past every Wednesday evening.
Hector Ó hEochagáin: 'The day of fathers not doing a tap in the house is ending - we're different dads now'
Hector has been chatting to drivers in Nepal, Mary Lou McDonald – but not Tony Holohan – for a philosophical TV programme about lockdown.
Culture - Saturday 16 May, 2020
'I'll never forget the pain of it': Christy Dignam on family's heartache following dad's death from Covid-19
Christopher Dignam Senior, who was in his late 80s, passed away earlier this month.
Culture - Friday 15 May, 2020
Neighbours returns to filming but there'll be 'no kissing' and stars must do their own make up
Home and Away is also set to roll again this month.
Culture - Wednesday 13 May, 2020
'Thank you so much for what you're doing': Matt Damon speaks to Dublin nurse in local radio interview
The actor described Dalkey as “one of the most beautiful places we’ve ever been”.
Culture - Saturday 9 May, 2020
Rock 'n' roll great Little Richard dies aged 87
Citing the musician’s son, Rolling Stone magazine said the cause of death was unknown.
Culture - Friday 8 May, 2020
Bono on life in lockdown: 'We're not all in the same boat, but we are going through the same storm'
The U2 frontman spoke to Ryan Tubridy this morning.
Culture - Thursday 7 May, 2020
Feeling hoarse working from home? TCD is warning your voice could be at risk during lockdown
The research team is conducting a national survey for people to share their experiences.
Culture - Wednesday 6 May, 2020
The Remote: Humans of Ireland's lockdown and a look at the world of elite stone skimming - it's your weekly TV Guide
We’ve got you covered for some shows to sink your teeth into this week.
Culture - Tuesday 5 May, 2020
Screen watch: Your guide to the best TV movies to catch this week
From Jason Bourne to the Kennedys – here are some recommendations for the week ahead.
Culture - Monday 4 May, 2020
ITV cancels this summer's season of Love Island
The seventh series of the show will now take place in 2021 instead.
Culture - Saturday 2 May, 2020
Why the conversation around Normal People's sex scenes shows how Ireland has changed
The issue of consent is to the forefront – and the complaints are at a minimum.
Culture - Thursday 30 April, 2020
Ticketmaster is no longer refunding fees on returns for rescheduled gig tickets
The terms and conditions have been updated since earlier this month.
Culture - Wednesday 29 April, 2020
Quiz: How well do you know Alfred Hitchcock films?
Today is the 40th anniversary of the great filmmaker’s death.
Culture - Tuesday 28 April, 2020
The Remote: Normal People hype and was Italia '90 really that good? - it's your weekly TV Guide
We’ve got you covered for some shows to sink your teeth into this week.
'Finding a voice, where they found a vision': Eavan Boland's powerful voice for women is remembered
The Irish poet passed away aged 75.
Culture - Saturday 25 April, 2020
'The exact opposite of social distancing': The makers of Normal People on bringing Irish sex to TV screens
Based on the best-selling Irish novel of the same name, the show has generated huge hype.
Culture - Friday 24 April, 2020
Sofa Watch: Let's all watch Arnold Schwarzenegger feed his donkey and miniature pet horse
The best clips from the US late night shows, and the low-down on the Late Late and Graham lineups.
Culture - Thursday 23 April, 2020
Trailer Watch: Which film are you going to stream this weekend?
Cinemas might be closed, but there are other ways to watch. Here are a few options.
Culture - Wednesday 22 April, 2020
Quiz: How well do you know 1990s Irish rock?
Cast your mind back.
Culture - Monday 20 April, 2020
Quiz: Can you get full marks in this notoriously difficult University Challenge quiz?
The final of this year’s competition aired tonight on BBC Two.
Screen watch: Your guide to the best TV movies to catch this week
From leave-your-brain-at-the-door action to award-winning classics – here are some recommendations for the week ahead.
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Poll: Would you visit an outdoor city centre swimming pool?
THE SPOTLIGHT IS once again on Dublin City Council after plans were revealed for a €15 million sea pool in Dublin city centre.
With Irish weather as unpredictable as ever, as evidenced by the lashing rain in the last week, are people really interested in an outdoor swimming pool in the city centre?
So this morning, we’d like to know would you visit an outdoor swimming pool if you had one in your vicinity?
Poll Results:
No (4047)
Yes (1757)
No opinion (158)
Share your story: voices@thejournal.ie
Opinion: Ireland is in prime position to hold social networks to account - and we must
By Paul Tweed
Eoin Ó'Broin: Now is the time for the Government to borrow and invest in public housing
By Eoin Ó Broin
Professor Ruairí Brugha: We must close the pubs again - our health workers deserve better
By Ruairí Brugha
Have you hit lockdown fatigue? Two wellness practitioners have some advice for you
By Margaret Young & Laura Linehan
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'I just wanted to have a rant': Bryan Adams issues apology for remarks linking Covid-19 to 'bat eating'
Adams attracted controversy after hitting out at the cancellation of his London shows this week.
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