If you’ve ever stared at a receipt in Ireland and wondered why the tax seems higher than what a friend in the UK pays, you’re not alone. The standard VAT rate here is 23% — three points above the UK’s 20% — and that difference adds up fast on everything from electronics to restaurant meals. … Read more
If you’ve been watching Tesla’s stock price today, you’ve probably noticed it has been all over the map. Between a post-earnings dip and a fresh capital raise, TSLA is giving investors plenty to weigh. Tesla share price today: 415.43 – 429.60 USD (intraday range) · Previous close: 435.79 USD · 52-week range: 273.21 – 498.83 … Read more
There’s something about a true-crime drama that feels more gripping when you know the people on screen walked the same streets as the real criminals. The Gold Season 2 dives deeper into the aftermath of the 1983 Brink’s-Mat robbery, with The Killing Times (entertainment analysis) confirming Hugh Bonneville returns as DCI Brian Boyce. From the … Read more
There’s a reason the Land Rover Discovery has been a favorite among Irish families and off-road enthusiasts for decades: it combines rugged capability with seven-seat practicality. But buying a used Discovery requires knowing which model years deliver genuine reliability and which come with costly surprises. This guide pulls together Irish market data, owner experiences, and … Read more
Very few films still spark the kind of gut-level debate that Blue Is the Warmest Color does a decade after its release. This article gives you a straight, fact-based look at the explicit content, age-appropriateness, and availability of the Palme d’Or-winning film — so you can decide if, or when, to watch it. Year Released: … Read more
Few phones have sparked as much curiosity about their own successor as the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, launched in January 2024 with a 200MP camera, titanium frame, and Galaxy AI — but a year later, with the S25 Ultra on shelves, the question is whether to buy one now or skip it. This guide cuts … Read more
You know a rapper has arrived when his government questions him in Parliament. Dave’s 2019 track “Question Time” did just that — and it earned him an Ivor Novello Award. Age: 26 (born 5 June 1998) · Birthplace: Brixton, London, England · Real name: David Orobosa Michael Omoregie · Genre: UK rap, hip hop, conscious … Read more
You know that feeling when you walk through a new city and your stomach growls, but you have no idea where to turn? Glasgow is exactly the kind of place where the hardest part is having to choose. Between its centuries-old Scottish staples, buzzing West End brunch spots, and a fiercely independent restaurant scene that … Read more
If you’ve watched Ricky Gervais’ After Life and found yourself wondering whether the charming town of Tambury actually exists, you’re not alone. The series created a fictional corner of the UK that feels so lived-in and real that it’s easy to reach for a map. Main filming location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire · Fictional town: Tambury … Read more
Few people go from beauty pageant finalist to directly-elected mayor, but Andrea Jenkyns has done exactly that. Her path from the Miss UK stage to becoming the first Reform UK mayor of Greater Lincolnshire in May 2025 is a story of reinvention, controversy, and relentless ambition. Born: 16 June 1974 · Political Party: Reform UK … Read more