October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

By Pat Squeaky There was good news for the Government parties in the latest Southside Times/Dispo poll, with 1% of voters saying they have not yet reached the point where they hate the Government. This is sure to give a major boost to the coalition and give those overhyped bastard Shinners pause for thought. Further… Read more »

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

Agriculture: Increased supports for farmers who have beef with Charlie McConalogue Policing: Funding to provide for additional new recruits, who will then immediately go on strike Health: €1bn to HSE to help keep Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael on life support RTÉ: €56m bailout to shore up finances and fund development of Toy Show The… Read more »

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

There was continuing outrage within Irish rugby circles yesterday over the controversial singing of ‘Zombie’ after it became Irish fans’ unofficial anthem at this year’s Rugby World Cup. However, the ongoing row – which has sparked a social media frenzy – is now threatening to be disrupted by the upcoming clash against Scotland at the… Read more »

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

There was widespread shock throughout RTÉ yesterday when the much-criticised, newly appointed celebrity booker for the Late Late Show accidentally secured an interview with a well-known public figure. Issuing a grovelling apology, they said: “Despite the new host and logo, the general public expect the same tired old roster of faces from the RTÉ canteen…. Read more »

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

Dear Dáithí, I’m a highly successful public figure and very important person. I’m also a pretty cool guy who really hates the Shinners. Of course, I’m the complete opposite of whatever Mary Lou says – unless, of course, the voters like something she says, in which case I’m that as well. So why do I… Read more »

October 5, 2023 Craic & Codology

As the public’s demand for recrimination grows, following large mobs gathering at Leinster House, commentators say any decision to have gardaí arrest those guilty of loutish behaviour would impinge on the country’s democratic process. “Nothing would please the public or give us more pleasure than throwing ill-mannered louts and deluded miscreants into the back of… Read more »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »