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Now that Katie Taylor has hung up her boxing gloves for the final time, questions are being asked as to what she'll do next. In front of a crowd of over 80 thousand people at Croke Park last night, she concluded her career on a high. In her post-match press conference, Katie was asked about who might play her in a film about her life. She said: "I don't know Saoirse Ronan maybe". After her victory over Flora Pilli in Croke Park last night, the Bray woman has left the ring for the final time.

Sprite just launched a limited edition jewellery line, and it is made entirely of ice. Off the back of Ireland's hottest summer in decades, Sprite is on a mission to keep cultural tastemakers and trendsetters refreshed all year round. And what better way to do that than with the ultimate seasonal drop? The must have Sprite Icy Drop range includes rings, necklaces, and bracelets, sculpted entirely from ice and designed to melt.

Jewellery has never looked so FRESH! Sprite just launched a limited edition jewellery line, and it is made entirely of ice. Off the back of Ireland's hottest summer in decades, Sprite is on a mission to keep cultural tastemakers and trendsetters refreshed all year round. And what better way to do that than with the ultimate seasonal drop? The must have Sprite Icy Drop range includes rings, necklaces, and bracelets, sculpted entirely from ice and designed to melt.

Fans are BUZZING! HBO has released the official trailer for the upcoming, Harry Potter and the Philosopher Stone. The eight-episode series is based on J.K. Rowling’s beloved books, and is written and executive produced by Francesca Gardiner. Taking on the iconic trio is Dominic McLaughlin as Harry Potter, Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger, Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley.

We are SAT! Prime Video has released the trailer for the highly anticipated revenge thriller series, Kill Jackie. The series is based on the acclaimed novel 'The Price You Pay' by Nick Harkaway. The new high-octane series will star Oscar, BAFTA and Tony Award winning actress Catherine Zeta Jones as Jackie Price.

Cork indie trio Diveboy will release their new single, ‘Regatta’ on Friday, September 4th - a wistful track dripping with melancholia, perfect for the long Summer evenings coming to a close. The song is the final single to arrive ahead of their highly anticipated third album, In Orbit, releasing October 2nd, which will mark a defining reintroduction after their rebrand last year, having previously performed as The Burma.

Stay calm this is NOT a drill! Following a landmark year of global success, Sombr has announced his new European/UK headline dates for his acclaimed 'YOU ARE THE REASON TOUR'. The multi-award-winning, GRAMMY®-nominated superstar is set to hit the stage at Malahide Castle on the 15th of June and Belsonic in Belfast on the 17th of June 2027. With supports from Suki Waterhouse, Ravyn Lenae and Jessie Mazin.

The BEST cure EVER! Following their Electric Picnic set on Sunday night, Fontaines D.C. announce a massive Irish show next year. The band will be hitting the stage at Slane Castle, County Meath on Saturday 26th June 2027. The lads will follow in the footsteps of the likes of U2, Oasis, Madonna, David Bowie and The Rolling Stones as headliners at the legendary outdoor venue, and will be only the third ever Irish act to headline (after U2 and Thin Lizzy).

We're ready to get MESSY! Following her surprise performance at Electric Picnic over the weekend and a sold out UK tour, Lola Young is delighted to announce her return to Dublin next year. The Grammy and BRIT award-winning artist is set to hit the stage at Fairview Park on the 22nd of June 2027. Renowned for her raw lyricism, soulful delivery and fearless storytelling, Lola’s live performances have become synonymous with emotional intensity and magnetic stage presence.

Dublin Fringe Festival and Guinness Open Gate Brewery are joining forces once again for the return of ‘Creativity on Tap’ this September, bringing two intimate nights of comedy to the brewery as part of Dublin Fringe Festival 2026. Following a hugely successful first year, Creativity on Tap returns with some of Ireland’s most exciting comedic voices taking over one of Dublin’s most distinctive spaces for two special performances.