Entertainment

Thursday, August 24th 2023 - 10:17 UTC
Dublin Rose relishes her incredible time growing up in the Falkland Islands

Bethany Cushing from Ballyhea has been selected as Dublin Rose 2023, and joined contestants from all over Ireland and further afield for the top Rose of Tralee Festival that took place this week. The Rose of Tralee international festival celebrated this year its 62nd year, and was broadcast live from the Kerry Sports Academy in Tralee.
Tuesday, August 22nd 2023 - 07:46 UTC
Burnt out shell of an old Ferrari from the fifties sold at US$ 2 million

The burnt-out shell of an old Ferrari racing car from the late fifties has sold at auction in the US for nearly $2m (£1.5m), reports BBC. It caught fire during a race in the 1960s and was not touched for decades.
Friday, August 18th 2023 - 09:12 UTC
Falklands teams begin Punta Arenas Hockey on Ice Winter Cup Classic on Saturday

This weekend, (Saturday, Sunday), all of the Falkland Islands teams competing at the Hockey Winter Cup Classic in Punta Arenas will be playing as the matches are officially commencing.
Saturday, August 12th 2023 - 10:20 UTC
Tech billionaires Musk and Zucherberg in an ¨epic cage duel, Roman style¨

A Roman duel in tech times. In effect, Elon Musk on Friday said he spoke with Italy's culture minister, Gennaro Sangiuliano, about planning a cage fight with rival tech billionaire Mark Zuckerberg in Italy.
Tuesday, August 8th 2023 - 19:36 UTC
Canada's Alberta follows Australia and drops out as host for 2030 Commonwealth Games

The government of the Canadian province of Alberta has pulled its support for a bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, due to rising costs. A joint bid was being considered by the Canadian province, centered around the cities of Edmonton and Calgary.
Monday, August 7th 2023 - 09:03 UTC
Falklands present at the Trinbago 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games

The seventh Commonwealth Youth Games are taking place on the Islands of Trinidad and Tobago until August 11, with over 1000 athletes and para athletes between the ages of 14-18 participating in seven sports managed by 500 officials.
Friday, August 4th 2023 - 09:09 UTC
Creating a Storyboard: 6 essential steps for effective visual planning

While storyboards are commonly associated with the media industry, their versatility extends far beyond film and animation. Storyboards can be valuable tools in various fields, such as marketing, advertising, event planning, education, and even personal projects.
Wednesday, August 2nd 2023 - 16:40 UTC
Echoes of Falklands success at Guernsey Games leave Isle of Wight “grumpy”

Echoes of Falklands' great performance at the Islands Games recently held in Guernsey. In an opinion piece written in the Island of Wight, sports reporter Warren Whitmore appeared a little bit irritated that the Falkland Islands outperformed them.
Wednesday, August 2nd 2023 - 15:55 UTC
Bitcoin Casinos: A comprehensive guide to gambling with cryptocurrency

In the ever-evolving landscape of online gambling, Bitcoin casinos have emerged as a fascinating and revolutionary concept. Combining the thrill of casino gaming with the benefits of cryptocurrency, these platforms offer a unique and secure way to wager and win. If you're new to the world of Bitcoin casinos, this comprehensive guide will walk you through what they are, how they work, and the advantages of using Bitcoin for online gambling.
Thursday, July 27th 2023 - 10:20 UTC
Ireland mourns the gifted and lifelong non-conformist Sinead O'Connor

Ireland is mourning its acclaimed composer and singer Sinead O'Connor, who died at the age of 56. In a statement cited by Irish broadcaster RTE, the singer's family said: “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinead. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested privacy at this very difficult time.”