Alan Shatter has a poetic streak
Alan Shatter, the Fine Gael TD for Dublin South and former Justice Minister, appeared on Newstalk earlier today, where he revealed a hidden passion to presenter Sean Moncrieff – that he loves to write poetry.
The TD, who resigned from the cabinet in May 2014, told Moncrieff that he was hoping to be selected to contest the next general election, but acknowledged that he first needed to secure the Fine Gael nomination. Dublin South, which currently has five seats, will change to Dublin Rathdown, and will only elect three deputies to the next Dáil.
A new Star Wars trailer has been revealed
As the December release date for the new Star Wars film creeps ever closer, Disney and Lucasfilm have released some new behind the scenes footage to whet fans' appetites.
The clip features some impressive shots of the Force Awakens set, including a whole host of elaborate sets, costumes, animatronics and stunts - seemingly backing up the many claims that the film will be using practical effects wherever possible.
Tom Selleck has been stealing water for his avocados
A deal has been struck between Hollywood star Tom Selleck and authorities in a row over water.
According to AFP a Municipal Water District in California had accused the Magnum PI and Blue Bloods star of stealing water from a fire hydrant for his avocado farm.
Prince Philip has little patience for photographers
The Duke of Edinburgh has been filmed turning the air blue at an RAF photo call marking the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain.
Prince Philip was waiting to have his picture taken with other members of the royal family and a group of Battle of Britain pilots - famously dubbed the "few" by wartime prime minister Winston Churchill.
Pope Francis is partial to a Burger King
Pope Francis chose to change clothes in a fast-food restaurant in the Bolivian city of Santa Cruz before leading an open-air Mass.
The Burger King restaurant had been booked by the Pope's organisers and curtained off in advance, so he could change into his religious vestments before the Mass.
Judy Garland's shoes are worth millions
A million dollar reward is being offered for the safe return of Judy Garland’s famous ruby red slippers.
The late Hollywood star wore the shoes in the Wizard of Oz.
Bin charges could rise by up to €100 a year under 'pay by weight' plans
Bin charges could be set to rise by up to €100 a year amid plans to make households pay for their rubbish by weight.
The Irish Independent claims the increases will accompany new rules next year which will ban flat-fees to incentivise recycling.
The changes are being introduced by the Environment Minister Alan Kelly, who says he wants to 'radically shake' up the industry.
