Turn off the ovens, pack away the utensils and dismantle the marquee. The final series of “The Great British Bake Off” is coming to an end. Truth be told, I had persuaded myself that GBBO just wasn’t for me. Having never even watched a single episode, I was convinced that it was, frankly, just a […]
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Short break holiday company, SuperBreak, has today announced the shortlist of photos going head-to-head in a public vote as part of its nationwide My Ireland photography competition. Celebrating the best of Ireland as captured by local people, the top five photographs were chosen out of more than 300 entries by a panel of expert judges,
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The Answer have announced the release of their eagerly anticipated new album Solas via Napalm Records on October 28th. The first track to be taken from the new album is the melancholic “Beautiful World”, which is available right now as an instant grat download with pre-orders of the album. Co-written with former Massive Attack producer
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The inaugural Eastside Awards in association with George Best Belfast City Airport have been launched to celebrate the best of East Belfast. In an area of the city renowned for some of the country’s best footballers, best writers, best business leaders and best shipbuilders, it’s time to celebrate the best businesses, best food, best young
Belfast’s style scene is set to burst at the seams this weekend as West Coast Cooler FASHIONWEEK returns for its 22nd season. The opening show, featuring collections from local designers and designer boutiques, kick started a four-day schedule of not-to-be missed events which saw a catwalk erupting with colour and creativity. Opening night witnessed some
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Multi-platinum selling and Grammy Award-nominated artist, Ariana Grande, today revealed details behind her biggest European tour yet – THE DANGEROUS WOMAN TOUR, which includes a date at 3Arena on Saturday 20 May. Bkstg Fan Club Presale goes on sale Tuesday October 25 for 48 hours with VIP packages available at www.ticketmaster.ie Tickets go on sale
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WHEN you name your EP after two parts of the brain that are at the core of memory, decision-making and emotions you are taking a ‘cerebral’ risk with your music and lyrics, but Cursed Sun have always been ones not to rest on the proverbial laurels both on recorded material and on stage. The EP
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Over 40 people gathered on Saturday 15 October for a guided meditation followed by a meal on The Belfast Barge, hosted by Ormeau Road’s Kadampa Buddhist Centre. The unique location provided a great opportunity for people to experience some deep inner peace with a meditation taught by experienced teacher Pat Quinn. Meditation has proven to
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Game of Thrones fans were recently treated to a sneak behind behind the scenes video of a day’s filming in Belfast’s Titanic Studios. The “Paint Hall Studio” has been the main production hub for Game of Thrones ever since the pilot, and “18 Hours at the Paint Hall” gives us a unique insight into the
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One of the biggest names in UK comedy, Russell Brand, is back with 9 UK dates this winter. The “Exposed” tour dates will be the first chance for fans to see Russell live since his mammoth ‘Messiah Complex’ Tour of 2013/14, as he takes in select intimate venues around the country. “What is real? Who
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Scottish actor Ron Donachie has built an impressive career that has spanned over two decades and included roles in Titanic, Game of Thrones and Irvine Welsh’s film adaptation of the novel Filth, to name but a few. Playing the part of Ser Rodrik Cassel in seasons one and two of Game of Thrones may have
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MAVERICK sing about it being “In Our Blood” and for those that make the pilgrimage to the Diamond Rock Club from far and wide, rockin’ out in Ahoghill really is in our blood. The venue sees many an act from across the world grace its stage, but it is a spiritual home for many, many
Last night (Monday 17 October 2016) saw the pre-screening of recent Palme D’Or winning film, “I, Daniel Blake” by award winning director Ken Loach. Shown at Movie House, Dublin Road, local charity Advice NI celebrated its 21st birthday with the preview in association with Belfast Film Festival. Ken Loach has long since been a champion
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Thursday the 13 October 2016 saw parents, students and teachers gather together in the school’s assembly hall to witness a momentous occasion! Seventeen pupils and three members of staff sacrificed their plaits for charity – the hair will be used to make wigs for children suffering from cancer. The event was attended by parents, teachers
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Join us this November (18 – 20) for the very best in international independent films, both short and feature length. From over 100 submissions, award winning local director George Clarke and his team spent a strong month in selecting the very best in the horror, thriller, action and grindhouse genres. With almost 20 films screening
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Chart topping DJ and record producer Sigala has announced a Belfast headline show at The Limelight 1 on Friday, February 24th 2017. Sigala recently teamed up with Craig David to record and release his new single “Ain’t Giving Up”. Tickets on sale Friday October 14 at 9am from www.limelightbelfast.com, www.ticketmaster.ie Katy’s Bar & Ticketmaster outlets
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Irish singer/songwriter Bry announces a return to Belfast with a headline show at Mandela Hall on December 30 2016. With a unique approach to life, using social media as his vice, the young Irish man’s life goal is to travel to (and perform in) every single country in the world. Thus far, 62 countries have
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Maghera based wife, mother, childminder and author, Yvonne Fleming is pleased to announce the release of her first illustrated children’s book from The Weatherbies series named, “Sammy Sun Is Coming Out To Play”. The Weatherbie stories bring the weather to life and make learning fun using weather themed characters. They are aimed at children aged
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WWE is set to smack down in Belfast on 6 May 2017 for an action packed show at The SSE Arena, Belfast. Returning once again for a night of adrenaline fueled entertainment, WWE Live presents your favourite WWE superstars live in action as they face off against each other for one of the most hotly
The world’s biggest girl group are back! Little Mix have announced a major arena tour for 2017 including a Belfast date at The SSE Arena on 7 November. Tickets go on sale Friday 21 October at 9am from all usual outlets. Since 2011 Perrie Edwards, Jesy Nelson, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jade Thirlwall have established themselves
Economy Minister Simon Hamilton MLA has congratulated Northern Ireland food and drink companies on a record breaking year at a reception in Belfast. 84 producers secured 303 Great Taste Gold stars, 25 businesses secured 38 Irish Quality Food Awards and in the Blas Na hÉireann, Irish Food Awards, Northern Ireland companies won a total of
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Legendary folk rockers, The Saw Doctors play their first Belfast live show in over three years at the Ulster Hall this January. Having taken a break from the road following their extensive 2012 tour, chief songwriters Davy Carton and Leo Moran recently announced The Saw Doctors’ return, to the joy of their worldwide family of
The wait is almost over as Belfast’s coolest new hotel gets ready to open its doors this weekend. As a series of first-look photographs show Bullitt Belfast is a vibrant new concept that will provide a cool new space for people to work, play and stay in the heart of the city. Featuring 43 stylish
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Is your childhood sweetheart just that or a sneak peak rehearsal of your future true love? My childhood sweetheart (let’s call him D) is the nicest guy you could ever wish for. His only problem back then was…he always seemed to go off and look for something better. Maybe I wasn’t enough. Maybe he was
THE British Council launched their arts strategy in Belfast today, aiming to double the scale of their UK activity internationally. The new strategy will see the cultural organisation double activity by partnering with or lending support to more than 100,000 artists and organisations worldwide and by positioning the UK as a global hub for collaboration,
The latest arrival was born to mother, Namoki, and father, Gugas, on 28 August 2016. Newborn gorillas cling to their mother’s stomach for the first few months. For this reason, keepers have only recently been able to discover that the infant is a girl and she has now been named Olivia. Gorillas are family-oriented animals
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Northern Ireland’s Bardic Theatre have scooped prestigious awards this past weekend at the closing ceremony of the second Martin McDonagh International Festival in Perm, Russia with their production The Cripple of Inishmaan by Martin McDonagh. Their production, directed by Sean Faloon, was awarded “Best acting ensemble” and cast member Frances Jordan scooped “Best Supporting Actress”. “It’s
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BUSINESS in the Community, in partnership with Action Mental Health, has launched a new Mental Health Toolkit for Line Managers to help support local employers to deal with mental health issues in the workplace. The launch coincides with the publication of findings from the Mental Health at Work survey, commissioned by Business in the Community.
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Phil Kieran is set to celebrate the release of his highly anticipated album “Blinded By The Sun” with a magical mystery tour to a secret location in Northern Ireland. The official launch will take place on Saturday October 15 where Kieran will be behind the decks all night playing his typical eclectic techno cuts and
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Over 60,000 food-lovers and seasoned gastronomes across Ireland have entered the inaugural Irish Curry Awards and Ulster have spiced up the competition with 33 eateries shortlisted. Entries from Ulster, Munster, Leinster and Connacht have been collated and the hotly anticipated shortlists have been announced to the general public, who will now cast their votes for
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A SERIES of creative fashion shows are set to take Northern Ireland by storm as Belfast’s inaugural Alternative Fashion Week launches. As the brainchild of Belfast photographer Shelley Rodgers the four main shows will cover everything from fairytale, gore and body art to older, mobility impaired and LGBT models. “Belfast Alternative Fashion Week is an
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Game of Thrones storyboard artist William Simpson recently revealed to ThroneWatch that he would love to draw Tyrion Lannister on the Iron Throne. Speaking to BAM columnist Abby Williams at Belfast’s Titancon 2016, William said: “For me, he is just the hero of the story.” Currently drawing up the incredible Game of Thrones imagery that
Following the release of their brand new single in over a decade, the disco-tinged new single On What you’re On, pop trio Busted are pleased to announce a new headline tour. The string of dates will kick off at Norwich’s NEA on 29 January and will include performances in prestigious theatre across the country including
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Tourism NI has put together a list of 10 exciting things to do in Northern Ireland next week (October 17 – October 23). City of Derry International Choral Festival, Various locations, Derry~Londonderry, October 19 – 23 Created as a joyous celebration of choral music-making, the City of Derry International Choral Festival provides opportunities for competitive
Following his phenomenally successful ‘Summer Sixteen’ tour across the United States, Grammy-Award winning and platinum-selling recording artist Drake today announced that he will be bringing his ‘The Boy Meets World Tour’ to Dublin’s 3Arena on 19 February. The tour opens January 21 in Amsterdam for two nights at the Ziggo Dome. It will then move
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A transdermal trio of MagnesiumOil Sprays by health pioneers BetterYou™ has been certified for inclusion in the kit bags of the world’s elite sporting stars and coaches. BetterYou MagnesiumOil Original Spray, BetterYou MagnesiumOil Recovery Spray and BetterYou MagnesiumOil Joint Spray have all now been certified on the Informed-Sport programme, which provides assurance that products have
Leading Northern Ireland charity Advice NI is celebrating its 21st birthday by hosting a unique preview screening of the recent Palme D’Or winner “I, Daniel Blake” in association with the Belfast Film Festival. The film, made by legendary British director Ken Loach has a particular resonance for Advice NI and its clients as it deals
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Two Northern Ireland organisations dedicated to promoting charitable giving have launched a new partnership to boost philanthropy over the next three years. Giving Northern Ireland and Belfast Charitable Society will be working collaboratively on a series of events and projects looking at ways to increase awareness of giving for both businesses and individuals. online pharmacy
Belfast and Derry are co-hosting a festival with a difference aimed at building unlikely connections for social change through social innovation. The Unusual Suspects Festival from October 12-14 is a festival of ideas, solutions and debate bringing together local organisations and some of the world’s experts in social change to seek new and imaginative ways
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