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Culture

May
May 2023
Trailer Watch: Which film will you see this weekend?
Here’s a few options for weekend watching.
Trailer Watch: Which film will you see this weekend?
Here’s a few options for weekend watching.
US Supreme Court rules against Andy Warhol's estate in copyright dispute over image of Prince
The photo taken by Lynn Goldsmith was used as the basis for a screenprint of the musician created by the pop artist.
Seanad motion for government to 'keep their word' and disregard criminal records of gay men
Minister Harris said he expects to receive a final report from the working group as early in the second quarter of this year.
Sweden have won the Eurovision to equal Ireland's record of seven song contest wins
Hold me. Now.
Tractors, unicorns and Edgar Allan Poe: Ten acts to look out for at tonight's Eurovision final
Graham Norton joins the presenting lineup for tonight’s show from Liverpool.
UK's achievement shows countries can turn Eurovision fortunes around, EBU boss says
Sam Ryder finished second in the contest last year, and the UK is hosting this weekend.
Former RTÉ Director General says Patrick Kielty would be 'brilliant choice' for Late Late
Negotiations between the presenter and the national broadcaster are understood to be at an advanced stage.
Eurovision: Another ten acts have made it through to complete the lineup for the final
16 more countries competed in the second semi-final tonight.
'Nothing feels authentic': Why is Ireland flatlining at Eurovision and what needs to happen?
Ireland’s dark decade continued last night – so how can we turn things around for next year?
Ireland's Wild Youth have crashed out of Eurovision at the semi-final stage
The group’s entry, We Are One, failed to make the grade when the ten finalists were announced.
Eurovision: Everything you need to know as Ireland's Wild Youth compete in the first semi-final
So who are the favourites this year? Who’s hosting it? Does Ireland have a shot?
Notes from the Eurovision: X Factor-style climax axed by BBC and the Irish are 'feeling good'
Meanwhile, Marty Whelan isn’t sold on “older gentlemen in their underpants”.
Ed Sheeran's Thinking Out Loud did not copy Marvin Gaye’s Let’s Get It On, US court rules
Ed Sheeran said that other musicians were cheering him on during the trial, but did not identify them.
April
April 2023
Ed Sheeran sings and plays guitar on witness stand in Marvin Gaye copyright case
Sheeran’s song Thinking Out Loud is accused of violating the copyright of Gaye’s Let’s Get It On.
Trailer Watch: Which film will you see this weekend?
Here’s a few options for weekend watching
Trailer Watch: Which film will you see this weekend?
Here are a few options for weekend watching.
Irish band Fontaines DC nominated for Best Album at Ivor Novello awards
Harry Styles, Florence Welch and Kate Bush are among the musicians nominated for awards.
Award-winning Broadway musical Hamilton is coming to Dublin for the first time
The musical will be performed at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre over nine weeks next year.
John Connell: Rural Ireland has been ripe for a 'booktown' - here's why I set one up
The Granard community in Longford has pulled together for its first booktown festival this coming weekend.
Christy Dignam on asking for ten more years, his funeral and his daughter continuing his legacy
The Aslan lead singer sat down with RTÉ’s Ryan Tubridy.
Trailer Watch: Which film will you see this weekend?
Here are a few options for weekend watching.
'Here's a group who risked everything for others, but didn't tell anyone about it'
We speak to the director of a new film about a ‘quiet resistance’ against the Catholic Church in Navan.
March
March 2023
A trailblazer who spoke his mind, fans share stories of Paul O'Grady and his 'iconic' Lily Savage
Paul O’Grady died yesterday at the age of 67.
Where are the biggest parades today and what is happening across this weekend?
A quickfire run-through of cultural events across the country.
Team behind An Irish Goodbye bring Oscar home for St Patrick’s Day weekend
The movie won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.
Poll: What's your favourite Michael Caine film?
The prolific actor is celebrating his 90th birthday today.
'We’re just so proud': Here's how the Oscars looked from inside the winners' room
Everything, everywhere – all at once: Here’s a full rundown of the night.
We had a ringside seat as the winners of the 95th awards were announced.
There were two Irish wins but our highest-profile nominees went home empty-handed.
Everything Everywhere All At Once cleaned up - winning most of the main categories.
Gúnas and tuxes: The looks from the 95th Academy Awards
Oscars 2023: Here are all your winners as Everything Everywhere All at Once cleans up
'People's perception of what an Irish film is, and the quality of it, has totally changed'
What’s making Irish film have such a moment in 2023?
Darach Ó Séaghdha: Why Martin McDonagh’s Englishness shouldn’t be disregarded
The acclaimed director’s success is a product of a hybrid identity perspective – and that should be celebrated, Darach Ó Séaghdha writes.
Analysis: In the trial of Gary Lineker, he'll probably leave and critics will find another target
There are arguments on either side of the big UK debate writes Richard Sambrook.
'The Irish are on fire': Stars walk the 'green carpet' for Oscar Wilde Awards in LA
Kerry Condon, Jessie Buckley and Eve Hewson were all honoured at this year’s event.
'A mad train that goes 100 miles an hour' - Paul Mescal on his 'whirlwind' Oscars experience
The Maynooth native joins a number of other Irish actors nominated for Sunday’s awards in LA.
Arctic Monkeys and Guns N'Roses to headline Glastonbury along with Elton John
The announcement means that none of the three top-billed closing acts are women.
February
February 2023
Novel set in Ireland's 'year without a summer' chosen for One Dublin One Book
Everyone in Dublin is encouraged to read the book in April.
'Everything Everywhere' sweeps at SAG awards but Irish nominees lose out
While several Irish actors had picked up nominations, the SAG awards didn’t bring them any wins last night.
'Witnesses telling their stories, while they're still alive, is very powerful'
Stolen, a new documentary, explores mother and baby homes in Ireland.
The most popular baby names in Ireland for 2022 have been revealed
There are some familiar names at the top but some new additions to the top 100.
Trailer Watch: Which film will you watch this weekend?
Here are a few options for weekend watching.
The Banshees Of Inisherin has won four BAFTAs
Barry Keoghan and Kerry Condon were among the winners.