November 6, 2015 Craic & Codology

A housebound single male parent reflects… “Having prayed for seven hours for seven days in the seven weeks prior to the budget, I felt sure that the finance minister would listen to the advice of a Greater Power and provide some relief for people in my circumstances. While the mothers of my three children gain… Read more »

November 6, 2015 Craic & Codology

I Thou shalt not have other Godforsaken people before US! II Thou shalt not take the name of me and the others who lord it over you in vain. III Remember the name of the street and keep it wholly amongst ourselves. IV Honour your father and your mother’s revulsion. V Thou shalt not kill… Read more »

November 6, 2015 Craic & Codology

Howayez, What’s the story? We’re only getting about 6000 ads a half and we’re missin so many extra moolah-makin opportunities. We need to think outside the box – oh sorry, I mean the 22 (f***in’ hate this bleedin’ posh sport!) So here’s me suggestions to get more logos/commercials onto the telly: 1 Keith Wood’s Head… Read more »

November 6, 2015 Craic & Codology

Who are you?! Sir, – I wish to communicate with the three men in trenchcoats who were walking some 50 paces behind me for over 900 metres in Dublin city centre at 3.27 last Friday. I also want to hear from the waiter who loitered at my table for a solid 25 seconds longer than was… Read more »

November 6, 2015 Craic & Codology

Dress up like MICK WALLACE and scare the bejaysus out of half of the Northern Ireland Assembly. A SHANE LONG mask that will have 80 millions Germans shaking with fear SEAN O’BRIEN – Attack a Frenchie and get off (almost) scot-free DENIS O’BRIEN WIG & (LAW) SUIT – Send a shiver down journalists’ spinesWESTLIFE COSTUMES –… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

by Yvonne Connolly Apart from being one of the country’s most beautiful and incredibly talented models, I’ve always been a highly intuitive person who has a lot to give. Of course, my glamorous Boyzone marriage brought its own pressure, but I was lucky enough able to take the whole celebrity roller-coaster in my stride. But… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

US Presidential hopeful Deez Nuts has ruled out taking a role in the Irish Cabinet. The 15-year-old has gained surprising traction for his candidacy, polling at up to 9% in one state, but has insisted a post in Enda Kenny’s government is not in the offing. “I don’t want my election bid to be derailed… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

This week, top nutritionist Dr. Paschal Donohoe offers some food for thought on how to prevent pain and ruination in Ireland. As a doctor I am oft en asked, “Doc, what dietary recommendation have you to reduce high blood pressure, prevent heart attacks and help people to avoid sudden shock syndrome?” Well, fi rst we… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Medical authorities last night cautioned that female Viagra stories may lead to exhaustion amongst males who struggle to keep pace with the exciting development. The warnings come as three hacks were found collapsed over their desks in the early hours of the morning as they tried to meet the paper’s demand on their prowess. “The… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

The euro’s future was again heading towards jeopardy last night, after Greece warned Germany to “get its act together” over bailout funding. The warning followed increasing uncertainty amongst German politicians, before the country’s parliament agreed to allow the ESM provide a third bailout. “To be honest, we are getting a bit fed up with these… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Calls were growing last night for political ‘marriages of convenience’ to be outlawed. The demands come amidst increasing public anger that such arrangements are merely sham exercises where one or both parties merely want to secure residency in Leinster House. Critics say in many cases the ‘partners’ often speak a different language to ordinary Irish… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

TRINITY Hipster Studies Theory and Practice of Hipsterism (formerly Takeaway Psychology). Introduction to socio-political relevance of big beards, vintage and thrift shop clothes, shiny brown shoes, braces, tattoos, alternative music and pretentious views about organic food. UCD Sleep Management Open-ended distant learning analysis (replacing Shopping Centre Studies) comprising cultural impact of sleep, duvet dependency, use… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

■ Compulsory wearing of baseball caps 24/7 ■ Obama to be tried for not committing any war crimes ■ America to invade some place ■ Sarah Palin’s birthday to be a national holiday ■ Kick Putin’s ass

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

SUDOKU PARTY Combining burlesque, origami, cookery and experimental theatre, this unique chill-out space is located in an upside-down bouncy castle. Th ere will be special backwards screenings of Tarkovsky and Godard films, while guest DJs include Gavin Friday, Gary Lightbody and Eddie Hobbs. PLANT HIRE DISCO A full-scale recreation of a plant hire business from… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Concerned male Sir, – I am gravely concerned over the speculation surrounding this newfangled Viagra for women folk, which we are hearing so much about. Like any red-blooded Irish man, I am absolutely appalled that the fairer sex should feel it requisite to pop a pill in order to properly appreciate a man’s physique! Heavens,… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

IRELAND BOSS Martin O’Neill says he will give evidence in the trial of midfielder Darron Gibson after he was charged with drink-driving. Th e Everton man is alleged to have been involved in a hit-and-run with a cyclist, failing to stop after an accident and hitting a petrol pump with his car. But O’Neill, a… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

An American man shot dead by his two-year-old son “died doing what he loved”, according to a close friend. Th e Alabama resident was showing his young son how to fi re a revolver when the fatal accident occurred. “If there is any consolation it’s that he died doing what he loved,” said neighbour Chuck… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Ireland football manager Martin O’Neill has asked An Garda Síochána and British police forces to search their files for any exciting young talent that may have been overlooked. Th e Irish boss is also understood to be keen on establishing a prison scouting system across both countries. The move comes aft er Jeff Hendrick was… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

IRELAND’S PREPARATIONS for a World Cup of mediocrity are in full fl ow after easy wins over the mighty Wales and Scotland. Now ranked as the second best team in the world, Joe Schmidt’s men are right on track to repeat the glorious failures of 2007 and 2011. “We’re going to get carried away,” Schmidt… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Thousands of Irish people are living in fear, after details of their online activities were leaked on the Dark Net following the Ashley Madison hack. The expose threatens to reveal the sordid internet history, email addresses and pictures of the users. It is expected to show that thousands of Irish people have been clicking on… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Following on from their sensational scoop about Alan Shatter allegedly claiming 12 euro in expenses, the Irish Daily Star has uncovered further evidence of outrageous extravagance amongst Irish politicians. According to documents seen by the paper, TDs have claimed upwards of 30 cents for items such as matches and toothpicks. Despite the wave of indifference… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

The Government is to ask NASA for help with administering Irish Water, it has confirmed. The coalition no longer has any clue who qualifies for the €100 conservation grant and requires the space agency’s help with the calculations. “This is obviously a massive project for us,” said a NASA spokesman yesterday. “We’ve been busy with… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Minister for Doorways and Park Benches Alan Kelly has stringently defended his approach to the country’s homeless crisis, and denies he failed adequately to address the situation while on his summer holidays. “To say I was ‘hiding’ from the issue is a monstrous fallacy of gigantic proportions”, said the straight talking minister from his mobile… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Former Fianna Fail Senator Averil Power has confi rmed she has found a new route to not getting elected. Having already failed to get elected for FF, Power has revealed that she faces rejection as an Independent candidate in Dublin Bay North at the next election. “Averil Power is an icon for our times,” commented… Read more »

September 5, 2015 Craic & Codology

Sinn Féin is hatching a diabolical plan to bring about the end of days, it has emerged. Last night we tracked down the party’s spokesman, known only as Legion, to his hideaway lair where he warned of the dark terror to come. “The time of purification is at hand,” he commented. “Humanity shall soon kneel… Read more »

January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Meet The (Wannabe) Leaders Eddie Hobbs Always prepared to jump onto the nearest bandwagon, Eddie is highly motivated and especially keen to shed the entire public service who are draining essential private profits out of the body politic. Shane Ross The dapper Dublin South TD has always considered himself a political heavyweight, but is… Read more »

January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] CLOONEY VISIT Sir, – On behalf of the entire country, may I be the first to the legendary George Clooney and his beautiful bride Amal Alama- dwun to our shores. Hollywood’s glamorous A-list couple have been extremely busy since they celebrated their marriage last September in Venice in front of a small group of… Read more »

January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] ROY KEANE has vowed to quit giving up on things for 2015. Having recently left his assistant manager position at Aston Villa after just four and half months, the Cork man has vowed to cut down on the habit. ‘The idea came from going to see Gone Girl with some of the lads on… Read more »

January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Former Fine Gael strategist Crank Flannery has said the party’s very existence is threatened unless he is on board for the next general election. Speaking last night, Flannery commented: “Ireland is heading for an apocalyptic abyss if Enda doesn’t utilise my extraordinary political genius. I think it’s time the media focused on my unparalleled strategic brilliance rather than those massive Rehab… Read more »

January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Angry crowds gathered out- side the Ministry of Health last night after it was revealed that a free bed had been dis- covered in one leading Dublin hospital. The demonstrators handed out leaflets claiming that pa- tients on trolleys had already suffered enough without this latest shock. “My 90-year-old grandfa- ther has just got… Read more »

January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

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January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

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January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] CHARLIE STARS Aiden Gillen and Tom Vaughan-Lawlor have said that their roles in the RTÉ drama are the toughest they’ve ever had to play. Both featured in Love/Hate as murderous, treacherous gangland bosses but say those roles were like playing Bosco in comparison with their characters in the new drama. ‘Ah here,’ said Gillen,… Read more »

January 27, 2015 Craic & Codology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In a sensational ruling that has sent shockwaves throughout the financial world, a US judge has ruled that the former Anglo Irish Bank boss David Drumm was “not remotely credible” and that his statements to the court were filled with “outright lies”. Just seven months after Drumm’s Boston bankruptcy trial, the damning 129,000-page ruling… Read more »

January 26, 2015 Craic & Codology

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Health experts say Ireland is facing a “catastrophic” population explosion due to the political party being launched by former Fine Gael TD Lucinda Creighton. “The new party’s four founding principles are so in- credibly promising and reassuring for Ireland’s future that people are inevitably going to want to have lots more children,” warns sociologist Raisa… Read more »