March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

Ahead of Dublin’s crunch league tie against Tyrone this weekend, boss Dessie Farrell has unveiled a dramatic new plan for his team – which includes ambitious new plans to win a game this season. “I really feel it’s within our grasp,” said Farrell, whose charges have lost all four league games so far this year…. Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

I fully support co-education as a matter of quality and equality. It’s well known that I have fought relentlessly, albeit discreetly, to ensure the female voice is heard on matters of public discourse for many years. – Barba… er, Eoghan Harris. Girls eh?… I think co-ed would make guys respect them more. I mean, here’s… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

The housing minister, Darragh O’Brien, has reacted angrily to claims that the government failed to deliver any affordable housing in 2021. “This is typical populist rhetoric from the opposition parties. They seem to be completely forgetting the Newgrange-inspired pavilion currently representing Ireland at the Dubai Expo. “At a cost of barely over €9m, this represents excellent… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

Widely expected to take over the Labour leadership from Alan Kelly, Ivana Bacik said she plans to be a voice for those who already have columns in liberal newspapers. “I feel I can take the party’s poll ratings even lower than the dismal figures of recent years,” Bacik told Labour’s half-a-dozen remaining supporters. “Now is… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

By Ray Diation Europe was plunged into a fresh crisis last night after Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary insisted that there would be “absolutely no refunds” on flights cancelled due to any use of nuclear force by Vladimir Putin’s army in the war against Ukraine. “We have a strict policy of no refunds in the event… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

My fraught relationship with Charlie Haughey is well documented and to this day I am often reminded by friends and strangers alike that he may have seen me as a threat to his leadership. That would explain why he made life hard for me, in the hope of discouraging my rapid progress, no doubt. We… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

By Mel Bourne and Ken Garoo RTÉ management has moved to reassure its TV and radio presenters that their jobs are secure following the axing of Australian soap opera Neighbours after 190 years of airing. “Neighbours was around forever and had become boring, unimaginative, and out of touch with modern life”, explained a station spokesperson…. Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

By Vladimir Putin For too long now, western democracy has indulged the malign ambitions of Irish Times columnist Michael McDowell. We have all been guilty of sitting back and allowing this appalling narcissist to sound off about the first thing that comes into his head. Which is why I am now advocating a raft of… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

By Bach Todewall In heartening revelations to emerge from Ukraine, many of those under heavy siege say they “continue to draw resilience and inspiration” from the Irish Labour party. “Everybody in Ukraine remembers how a whole country turned with revulsion on those most unfortunate politicians and their leaders”, says a father of four throwing darts… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

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March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

Eamon Ryan Traditionally my party has opposed Nato membership but I’m open to change. The Greens actually share a lot in common with fighter jets: we’re always on autopilot; love winging it, and release streams of hot air whenever we get going. Paschal Donohoe I know from personal experience what it’s like to be encircled… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

Valeri Feckovski Having made his fortune in the Russian oil industry following the collapse of the Soviet Union, Feckovski once described Putin as “a benevolent leader and a major advocate for world peace”. This contrasts with his more recent analysis, in which he described the Russian president as “an out-of-control crackpot who’s f*****g costing me… Read more »

March 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

It’s actually very simple. Two teams must start with 15 highly paid professional players on each side. There should also be significant levels of corporate sponsorship in place. In order for the game to progress smoothly, television rights should be auctioned off for huge sums and venture capital funds should be encouraged from an early… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

President putin has pledged that he will work closely with ireland’s foreign minister, simon coveney, to find a quick solution to the ukraine crisis. Said the russian leader: “no other eu statesman comprehends the geopolitical realities between russia and its neighbours. He also understands the need to take action to ensure a leadership position is… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

To celebrate its centenary, Goldhawk profiles some of Seanad Éireann’s most famous faces: David Norris The Joycean scholar made history in 1987 by becoming Ireland’s first openly cringeworthy politician. The outspoken senator is passionate about freedom of the press and journalists who will give him the time of day. Mary Robinson The environmental activist strenuously… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

Soccer journalists are in a deep state of shock after it emerged that Damien Duff may not be their new messiah after all. Headlines such as ‘Duffer’s No Bluffer’, ‘Duff Avoids The Guff’, and ‘Can’t Get Enough Of The Wonderful Duff’ are now thought to look a bit premature following Shelbourne’s recent thumping. Duff admits… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

Best Picture: Niall Burgess And The Civil Servants Best Backdrop: Leo The Leak Best Prepared Script: Norma Foley’s Speeches Best Misuse Of Budget: Robert Watt’s Pay Rise Best Bit Part: Greens Lifetime Underachievement Award: Irish Soccer Team Best Overexposure: Marian Keyes Best Soft Focus: Ryan Tubridy

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

There has been a surprise reaction to the proposed new lobbying laws, with many in the corporate sector being unaware there were any TDs left to be bought off. However, the proposed toughening of legislation has alerted lobbyists to potential opportunities. “It’s astonishing there are still a few deputies who aren’t in the pockets of… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

LEGO is delighted to announce that to celebrate the opening of a new retail store in Ireland, a special brick for the local market has been produced. Pre-order your exclusive LEGO Mica© brick now!

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

Regionalism: Blame to be devolved at every opportunity Infrastructure: HSE to keep handing out hospital passes Budget: Robert Watt’s salary has used up most of it Trolleys: Continue to wheel out Paul Reid to deal with the pesky media Recruitment: Try to doctor waiting lists as much as possible Equipment: Sláintecare to be put on… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

A prominent Fine Gael senator has hit out at the organisers of an outdoor rally organised by the National Women’s Council ahead of International Women’s Day. Speaking on RTÉ, Regina Doherty said it was “an absolute disgrace” to exclude speakers from the three government parties. “It’s both juvenile and sexist that we have not been… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

The world of sport has been rocked to its foundations, after it was discovered an athlete competing at the Winter Olympics wasn’t at the centre of doping allegations. The development represents a major setback for the competition. “We completely condemn this outrageous act of genuine sportsmanship,” said an Olympic official. “We look forward to putting… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

By Dee Sappear Britain’s Queen Elizabeth is “still pondering” whether to approach Ireland’s Labour party with a view to her beleaguered son Prince Andrew joining the ranks, according to sensational revelations. “Her Majesty is desperately keen to see Andrew hidden away and totally ignored,”said a palace insider. “Someone suggested Éire’s Labour party as an ideal… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

by Our Security staff Phil Cells Garda commissioner Drew Harris has said he is “delighted” to have had his employment contract extended by two years until 2025. “My previous management role in the PSNI secret service has been a tremendous help in restructuring my attitude to policing here in the south,” he told reporters. “For… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

Storm Micheál Has caused complete mayhem across the country over the past two years, but full of bluster and likely to peter out shortly. Storm Leo Described by meteorologists as a total washout, but has still been responsible for the occasional leak. Storm Eamon Meekly follows the other two and is likely to be judged… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

Exclusive by all foreign correspondents Sources at this reporter’s Moscow hotel have said that Russia is continuing to send troops to the Ukrainian border, directly contradicting somebody I met in a bar last night, who stated that Vladimir Putin has begun withdrawing troops. What is certain is that Moscow is a fine city with exciting… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

By Gail Force Families across Ireland were getting back to normal last night as one of the longest and strongest storms in the history of the state finally receded. Storm NPHET blew into Ireland in March 2020 and immediately cast huge clouds over everybody while it reigned. Millions were forced to baton down the hatches… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

Hopes are fading that a permanent resolution can be found to the nightmarish situation which we now find ourselves in. The world looked on in horror as both sides kept threatening all-out war if they didn’t get their way and all efforts to broker an acceptable solution have failed to gain any traction. “Ideologues on… Read more »

February 24, 2022 Craic & Codology

Here they are – the frontrunners to fill Ivana Bacik’s Trinity College seat! Ursula Quill  Hotly tipped to take the hot seat: “I’m hoping to win, even though I know I will be mocked by socialists everywhere for supporting a fringe party such as Labour.” Patricia McKenna Intensely ambitious one-time Independent MEP who plans to… Read more »

February 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

The northern executive has been enveloped by a fresh crisis, after a full day elapsed without a DUP minister resigning their post. Adding to the turmoil, party leader Jeffrey Donaldson refused to rule out further periods of extended calm. “Northern Ireland has grown used to the DUP being an embarrassing shambles,” said Donaldson. “While this… Read more »

February 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

A glut of fillers about Russian navy exercises have been spotted in Irish newspapers, intelligence sources have confirmed. The exercises in pointless speculation have also been accompanied by a large build-up of graphs, maps and flashy illustrations. “I’m really in the trenches here,” said a leading newspaper designer. “There’s heavy shelling from editorial, with increased… Read more »

February 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

by Our Arts Staff Colm Nist It barely seems credible that it is exactly one hundred years ago since Ireland began celebrating the centenary of James Joyce’s classic novel Ulysses. It all began with a huge Irish Times article by Jawn Banville in which he described Joyce’s book as “a masterpiece that is almost –… Read more »

February 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

The Picture Of Sue Gray A top civil servant paints a terrible picture of a hedonistic chancer (Boris Johnson) who regularly sells his soul in order to retain power. As cracks start to appear, Boris worries about looking flakey and oily. The Houses Not On The Hill Bloodcurdling horror about a heroic group of Dún… Read more »

February 10, 2022 Craic & Codology

Leo the Leak to Corky Micheál No-one, my dear, can take your place That is my estimation For sure, not I, unless the guards Drop their investigation. Eoghan Harris to Alan English Through sleepless nights my tears run dry And Sundays are so grim! Could we begin again if I Dropped Barbara J Pym? Neil… Read more »