July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

Though he will not face criminal charges over the leaking of a draft GP contract, Tánaiste Leo Varadkar remains under suspicion of a variety of offensive political behaviours. These are believed to include rampant self-promotion, chronic obsession with his own media profile, and maintaining Fine Gael’s grip on power at all costs. Furthermore, Gardaí are… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

Following Ireland’s win over New Zealand, widely being hailed as the greatest victory in the history of sport, there is no limit to what this team can achieve. Despite recent articles to the contrary, it’s now clear that these green-shirted titans will coast to victory in the next three World Cups at least. It’s not… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

There was another day of chaos in Dublin Airport yesterday, after a flight unexpectedly took off on time with all passengers on board. Adding to the sense of anarchy, all passengers collected their luggage on the other side without incident. The DAA is to launch an immediate investigation, with the government now considering sending in… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

by Gerry Atric MICHEÁL MARTIN has announced that the state pension age should not go beyond 66 years old. His statement comes after months of heated debate on the issue. Addressing Fianna Fáil TDs, the taoiseach said: “It’s very easy to blame all this indecision on the party just because it’s entirely the party’s fault…. Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

War ravaged Ukraine has been voted Europe’s number one destination by political leaders needing to boost their profiles. Following the example of Russia’s Vladimir Putin (who arrived by tank) desperate leaders such as Joe Biden, the departing Boris Johnson, and the soon-to-be-departing Micheál Martin – who said that the dilapidated state of many of the… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

By Kath Astrophe Tens of thousands of jobs are set to be lost, with families forced to scavenge for food as the full ramifications of Boris Johnson’s resignation now emerge. “We’ve no more work for the 500 extra journalists we took on to file 24/7 copy on Tory scandals under Boris”, sighed one regretful news… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

Another Graeme McDowell Interview The way I see it, the cash…er, Khashoggi incident and the murder, jailing and torturing of people are terrible, terrible things. But for my money and as a mere golfer, I really do think such complications are best counteracted through a chip in from off the green or recovering for a… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

With an Avatar sequel due later this year, superstar director James Cameron has said the movie – set in 2164 – will depict the opening of the Dublin Metrolink. The infrastructure project has now entered the realm of sci-fi as its projected start date gets continually pushed back. “The Metrolink scenes fall in the category… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

Stephen Donnelly I would like to apologise sincerely for the many disastrous administrative blunders that have led to the ongoing crisis. I cannot overstate how delighted I am to acknowledge all my predecessors’ inexcusable errors which weren’t my fault at all. Paul Reid My decision to resign is based entirely on personal reasons rather than… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

by Our Crime reporter Hugh Dunnit IN SENSATIONAL news that has sent shock waves throughout the country, media outlets have been reacting to new developments in the Sophie Toscan Du Plantier case. Said one grief-stricken editor last night: “I’m shocked with delight that we can rehash a lot of old stories about dodgy evidence and… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

By R.G. Bargy and Sam Maguire GAA officials have confirmed they will be “keeping a close eye” on the deployment of Irish Army recruits to Dublin airport amidst growing anxiety around the upcoming All Ireland football final. Insiders say GAA officers secretly dread “serious conflict” if emotions run high as they did during the Armagh… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

Micheál Martin Has gained lots of experience leading a party who have absolutely no confidence in him and are constantly plotting to elect a new boss. Will have plenty of free time on his hands when he steps down in December. Graeme McDowell Enjoys working with unpopular regimes but admits that the Tories are in… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

The Department of Defence have confirmed that they plan to decommission a very troublesome vessel from the Irish naval fleet. The LE Varadkar has been dogged by allegations of leaks in recent times and the government now believe it’s only a matter of time before it hits the rocks. One expert said: “Varadkar has shipped… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

Garda Commissioner Drew Harris has given his solemn promise that he will personally apply his investigative skills to DuPlantier case now that a new review has been opened. Commissioner Harris explained that Garda resources we’re being efficiently allocated to get to the heart of the matter, with a new TV, leather couch and Netflix subscription… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

By Pat Squeaky Finance minister Paschal Donohoe has vowed that September’s budget will strike a balance between hopelessly inadequate attempts to address the cost-of-living crisis, and desperate efforts to revive the flatlining government. “We’re looking to create a bit more fanfare around budget day. We’re thinking about turning the whole affair into a festival like… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

European Union officials have expressed grave concerns at the terms and conditions of Boris Johnson’s proposed withdrawal agreement. The Prime Minister recently outlined a strategy that would see him exit the role on a phased basis, which Downing Street describes as “a process not an event”. This has prompted many hardliners within the EU to… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

Gemma O’Doherty and John Waters have criticised the dismissal of their action against Covid-19 emergency pandemic restrictions passed in the Oireachtas in 2020. They had accused the government of creating a draconian regime “akin to martial law”. In a statement issued last night, the two former journalists repeated their claim that unnecessary legislation had subjected… Read more »

July 14, 2022 Craic & Codology

An overwhelming majority of gardaí have welcomed plans to install a new €13.5m logging and recalling system for the force, which is set to be rolled out nationwide in the coming years. “The fact that it synchronises data across all platforms simultaneously is a godsend”, said a smiling desk garda in the midlands in a… Read more »