https://www.irishexaminer.com/IrishExaminer.comWed, 25 Feb 2026 01:44:46 +0000Examiner GroupIreland's premier breaking news website providing up to the minute news and sports reports. With e-mail news releases following breaking stories throughout the day.https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798705.html'My mother sold every ticket in the place': Aidan Dooley on the success of his Tom Crean play 2026-02-23T21:30:00+00:002026-02-23T21:30:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Aidan Dooley has been performing Tom Crean - Arctic Explorer for 26 years. He explains how it snowballed into a theatre phenomenon Aidan Dooley has been performing Tom Crean - Arctic Explorer for 26 years. He explains how it snowballed into a theatre phenomenon Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798738.htmlDragons and damsels: Inside the world of romantasy, a publishing phenomenon in Ireland and beyond2026-02-23T21:00:00+00:002026-02-23T21:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Fuelled by BookTok, the romantasy genre has taken off in recent years, particularly among female readers Fuelled by BookTok, the romantasy genre has taken off in recent years, particularly among female readers Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798873.htmlWatch: Timothee Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jessie Buckley arrive at the BAFTAs2026-02-23T16:15:00+00:002026-02-23T16:15:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Actors and nominees, including Timothy Chalamet, Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Cillian Murphy, and Leonardo DiCaprio on the red carpet at the BAFTA ...Actors and nominees, including Timothy Chalamet, Jessie Buckley, Paul Mescal, Cillian Murphy, and Leonardo DiCaprio on the red carpet at the BAFTA ...Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798729.htmlBBC apologises for not editing racial slur out of Bafta Film Awards broadcast2026-02-23T13:08:00+00:002026-02-23T13:08:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The slur was shouted as Sinners actors Delroy Lindo and Michael B Jordan presented the award for special visual effects at London’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday.The slur was shouted as Sinners actors Delroy Lindo and Michael B Jordan presented the award for special visual effects at London’s Royal Festival Hall on Sunday.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798597.htmlSleaford Mods review: Hard but fair from UK duo at Cyprus Avenue in Cork 2026-02-23T10:30:00+00:002026-02-23T10:30:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Jason Williamson and Andrew Fearn of Sleaford Mods took to the stage in Cork on Saturday night as part of a three-date Irish tour Jason Williamson and Andrew Fearn of Sleaford Mods took to the stage in Cork on Saturday night as part of a three-date Irish tour Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798543.htmlBBC apologises after racial slur is broadcast during Bafta awards ceremony2026-02-23T08:49:00+00:002026-02-23T08:49:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The slur was shouted by a member of the audience who reportedly had Tourette syndromeThe slur was shouted by a member of the audience who reportedly had Tourette syndromeExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798525.html'I'm just so excited': Foo Fighters fans rush to buy tickets for surprise Dublin gig2026-02-23T08:26:00+00:002026-02-23T08:26:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tickets for the Dublin gig were snapped up quickly by eager Irish fans as the group also performed a more intimate gig in Dingle over the weekendTickets for the Dublin gig were snapped up quickly by eager Irish fans as the group also performed a more intimate gig in Dingle over the weekendExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41797316.htmlBarbara Diener: Fruits of Spike Island residency on show in West Cork2026-02-22T21:30:00+00:002026-02-22T21:30:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Diener is part of a group exhibition at Uillinn in Skibbereen, and has also been exploring her own family history, including her father's time with the German army during WWII Diener is part of a group exhibition at Uillinn in Skibbereen, and has also been exploring her own family history, including her father's time with the German army during WWII Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798420.htmlDancing with the Stars recap: From Nicky Byrne to the ‘Paudie Padel’, 100th episode delivers is a treat2026-02-22T20:34:00+00:002026-02-22T20:34:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Katelyn Cummins achieved an all-time top score with five perfect tens for her reimagining of Mairéad Ronan's semi-final Viennese WaltzKatelyn Cummins achieved an all-time top score with five perfect tens for her reimagining of Mairéad Ronan's semi-final Viennese WaltzExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798405.html'This is nuts': Jessie Buckley wins Bafta for best actress2026-02-22T20:11:00+00:002026-02-22T20:11:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The Killarney actress has added the Bafta to her Golden Globe and Critic's Choice award for her starring role as Agnes Shakespeare.The Killarney actress has added the Bafta to her Golden Globe and Critic's Choice award for her starring role as Agnes Shakespeare.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798345.htmlBaftas: Jessie Buckley and Teyana Taylor bring drama to the red carpet2026-02-22T17:25:00+00:002026-02-22T17:25:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Buckley – who is hotly tipped to win the best actress award for her role in Hamnet – was one of the many stars descending on London’s Royal Festival Hall for the 79th British Academy Film Awards.Buckley – who is hotly tipped to win the best actress award for her role in Hamnet – was one of the many stars descending on London’s Royal Festival Hall for the 79th British Academy Film Awards.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41798057.htmlTommy Tiernan Show recap: Pat Spillane on his love for football and his mother's influence2026-02-22T09:00:00+00:002026-02-22T09:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Tommy Tiernan’s guests on Saturday night included former Gaelic football pundit and player Pat Spillane, specialist cleaner Alana Gillen, and actor and writer Andrew McCarthyTommy Tiernan’s guests on Saturday night included former Gaelic football pundit and player Pat Spillane, specialist cleaner Alana Gillen, and actor and writer Andrew McCarthyExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41797193.htmlCulture That Made Me: Bass player Gerry McAvoy on Rory Gallagher and other touchstones 2026-02-21T21:00:00+00:002026-02-21T21:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/As well as his legendary bandmate, Gerry McAvoy includes the likes of Paul McCartney, Raymond Chandler, and The Third Man in his selectionsAs well as his legendary bandmate, Gerry McAvoy includes the likes of Paul McCartney, Raymond Chandler, and The Third Man in his selectionsExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41797718.htmlLate Late Show talking points, including Epstein survivor Lisa Phillips calling for Irish investigation2026-02-21T06:00:00+00:002026-02-21T06:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Plus, Dancing with the Stars reaches a milestone episode, and Dominic Cooper reflects on the beauty of DonegalPlus, Dancing with the Stars reaches a milestone episode, and Dominic Cooper reflects on the beauty of DonegalExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41794748.htmlMy Life in Books: I need to finish my next book so I can keep on writing2026-02-21T01:00:00+00:002026-02-21T01:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Author Rob Doyle was inspired to become a writer after reading Geoff Dyer's 'Yoga For People Who Can’t Be Bothered to Do It'Author Rob Doyle was inspired to become a writer after reading Geoff Dyer's 'Yoga For People Who Can’t Be Bothered to Do It'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41794715.htmlBook review: Fight to discover your identity2026-02-21T01:00:00+00:002026-02-21T01:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Paul Cullen had always been fascinated by the unanswered questions about his origins, but for many years pushed them to the back of his mind for fear of upsetting the people who had raised himPaul Cullen had always been fascinated by the unanswered questions about his origins, but for many years pushed them to the back of his mind for fear of upsetting the people who had raised himExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41794697.htmlBook review: Gender and family dynamics2026-02-21T01:00:00+00:002026-02-21T01:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Themes of queer parenting, gender identity, parasocial relationships and intense friendships are treated with accomplished care in 'Like Family'Themes of queer parenting, gender identity, parasocial relationships and intense friendships are treated with accomplished care in 'Like Family'Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41797583.htmlIftas: Christy and Cork actors shine and another big night for Jessie Buckley2026-02-20T23:18:00+00:002026-02-20T23:18:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Cork and Kerry winners on top table at Iftas as the makers of 'Christy' and 'Saipan' celebrate with 'Hamnet' star Jessie BuckleyCork and Kerry winners on top table at Iftas as the makers of 'Christy' and 'Saipan' celebrate with 'Hamnet' star Jessie BuckleyExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41797289.htmlCork Film Festival launches new monthly cine club at Arc 2026-02-20T18:13:00+00:002026-02-20T18:13:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The monthly screenings will feature overseas and arthouse films The monthly screenings will feature overseas and arthouse films Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41794694.htmlBook review: Violent and divided, the US of a bygone era is sadly familiar2026-02-20T15:00:00+00:002026-02-20T15:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/This book is long, at times dense, and tough to digest, but ultimately a worthwhile read — a story of an America that hasn't changed that much at allThis book is long, at times dense, and tough to digest, but ultimately a worthwhile read — a story of an America that hasn't changed that much at allExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41796017.htmlTV Review: Being Gordon Ramsay is a gripping look at the nature of success2026-02-20T14:00:00+00:002026-02-20T14:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/If you have the readies to open a 22 million pound restaurant at the age of 57, then surely you could also stop and spend time with the family.If you have the readies to open a 22 million pound restaurant at the age of 57, then surely you could also stop and spend time with the family.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41797229.htmlAiken Promotions defends K-Pop tribute act following complaints about Belfast show2026-02-20T12:12:00+00:002026-02-20T12:12:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The K-pop Forever! Tribute show took place at the SSE on Thursday eveningThe K-pop Forever! Tribute show took place at the SSE on Thursday eveningExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41795981.htmlFilm Reviews: If I Had Legs I'd Kick You is viscerally intense and stress-inducing2026-02-20T12:00:00+00:002026-02-20T12:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/If I Had Legs I'd Kick You revolves around an exceptional performance from the Oscar-nominated Rose Byrne, who spends most of the movie in extreme close-up as we absorb the nerve-shredding terror of a mother who believes that she’s getting it fatally wrong.If I Had Legs I'd Kick You revolves around an exceptional performance from the Oscar-nominated Rose Byrne, who spends most of the movie in extreme close-up as we absorb the nerve-shredding terror of a mother who believes that she’s getting it fatally wrong.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41796605.htmlFive For Your Radar: Charli XCX gig, Sleaford Mods tour... 2026-02-19T21:30:00+00:002026-02-19T21:30:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Scrubs also makes a return to our TV screens Scrubs also makes a return to our TV screens Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41796581.html'Steven Spielberg said he loved it': Irish animator John Kelly on his Oscar-nominated Retirement Plan 2026-02-19T21:00:00+00:002026-02-19T21:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/John Kelly already got a taste of Hollywood at the Oscars Nominees Luncheon and has his fingers crossed for the ultimate prize at the Academy Awards next month, writes Esther McCarthy.John Kelly already got a taste of Hollywood at the Oscars Nominees Luncheon and has his fingers crossed for the ultimate prize at the Academy Awards next month, writes Esther McCarthy.Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41796800.htmlWatch: Official trailer for Peaky Blinders sequel film released2026-02-19T16:04:00+00:002026-02-19T16:04:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is set to be released in select theaters on March 6 and on Netflix from March 20Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man is set to be released in select theaters on March 6 and on Netflix from March 20Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41795966.htmlSleaford Mods: Jason Williamson on Fontaines DC, performative activism, and watching Homes Of The Year 2026-02-19T11:51:00+00:002026-02-19T11:51:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/As Sleaford Mods tour Ireland, the outspoken half of the UK duo talks about their latest album, his favourite Irish bands, and the enjoyment to be had from Hugh Wallace's TV showAs Sleaford Mods tour Ireland, the outspoken half of the UK duo talks about their latest album, his favourite Irish bands, and the enjoyment to be had from Hugh Wallace's TV showExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41796005.htmlTom Dunne: Iain Archer is the ideal man to bring the Ivors Academy to Ireland 2026-02-19T06:00:00+00:002026-02-19T06:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The former Snow Patrol member has written some brilliant songs through the years The former Snow Patrol member has written some brilliant songs through the years Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41796131.htmlDays Of Ash: U2 issue surprise release of new EP, with Ed Sheeran among the guests 2026-02-18T17:00:00+00:002026-02-18T17:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Days Of Ash is U2's first body of new music since 2017, and addresses various topical issues such as conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle EastDays Of Ash is U2's first body of new music since 2017, and addresses various topical issues such as conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle EastExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41796059.htmlOrtús Chamber Music Festival to take place across several venues in Cork city and county 2026-02-18T15:35:00+00:002026-02-18T15:35:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It's the 11th edition of the well-regarded festival It's the 11th edition of the well-regarded festival Examiner Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41795222.htmlCold Storage: Liam Neeson on his new sci-fi thriller and working with Stranger Things' Joe Keery2026-02-17T21:00:00+00:002026-02-17T21:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The 73-year-old Irish actor plays a bioterror operative in his latest outing that also stars Georgina Campbell and Lesley ManvilleThe 73-year-old Irish actor plays a bioterror operative in his latest outing that also stars Georgina Campbell and Lesley ManvilleExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41795312.html'The hardest part has been the guilt': Lisa McHugh shares health update from hospital2026-02-17T13:59:00+00:002026-02-17T13:59:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Lisa McHugh announced last week that she could no longer perform her upcoming show in LetterkennyLisa McHugh announced last week that she could no longer perform her upcoming show in LetterkennyExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41795261.htmlAll Together Now confirms over 60 new acts for 2026 festival ahead of final tickets going on sale2026-02-17T13:08:00+00:002026-02-17T13:08:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/Close to 50% of the lineup are IrishClose to 50% of the lineup are IrishExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41795066.htmlFilming begins for Channel 4 adaptation of Cork novel The Rachel Incident2026-02-17T08:25:00+00:002026-02-17T08:25:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/The eight-part series has Máiréad Tyers, Sarah Green and Daniel Ing among the castThe eight-part series has Máiréad Tyers, Sarah Green and Daniel Ing among the castExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-41794511.htmlSally Rooney among authors longlisted for €100k Dublin Literary Award2026-02-17T06:00:00+00:002026-02-17T06:00:00+00:00Irishexaminer.comdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/It is the world's most valuable annual prize for a single work of fiction published in EnglishIt is the world's most valuable annual prize for a single work of fiction published in EnglishExaminer Groupdigitaldesk@irishexaminer.comhttps://www.irishexaminer.com/