- NEWS
TDs: Has Shatter got access to secret files?Coalition TDs have demanded to know if Alan Shatter has access to secret files on prominent politicians, journalists and public figures, as the controversy surrounding the justice minister continued to escalate.
Yacht can be yours... for €700k per weekThe sleek white Lauren L yacht has become Cork's latest tourist attraction, and you have to admit, it definitely adds a touch of glamour to the place.
- WORLD
Yahoo’s $1.1bn gamble on Tumblr Yahoo said it is acquiring blogging service Tumblr for $1.1bn (€850m) cash, a bold bet by chief executive Marissa Mayer to revitalise the struggling internet pioneer by co-opting a web property with strong visitor traffic but little revenue.
Hungary meets German pressure with Nazi tauntsTensions between Germany and Hungary have flared over remarks by the countries' leaders, including references to Hitler's occupation of the eastern European country in 1944 and an irritated German government response condemning Hungary's allusion to the Nazi era as "deplorable derailment".
- BUSINESS
Ryanair results help stock soar by €600m The value of Ryanair increased by more than €600m in one day's trading yesterday after the company reported stronger than expected results.
PTSB claims 60% increase in current accounts following fee-free offerPermanent TSB has reported a huge increase in new account openings since it launched its no-fee current account.
- SPORT
Limerick lose out again Limerick's Division 1B defeat by Dublin won't be revisited despite the question of Paul Ryan's eligibility in the game.
Paulie backs O’Gara coaching callPaul O'Connell has backed former Munster team-mate Ronan O'Gara to be a "great" coach after the fly-half announced he was retiring and taking a job on Racing Metro's backroom staff.
- LIFESTYLE
Time on Stewart’s side as album tops UK chartsRod Stewart said he was "over the moon" as he celebrated his 15th No 1 with a champagne toast.
Reunion sparks renewed synths of purposeANDY McCluskey has mellowed.
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SATURDAY
By Des O’Driscoll
Toy Story 3RTÉ One, 6.35pm
This worthy sequel from the Pixar stable kept up the standards of its predecessors in another animated classic that’ll appeal to adults and children alike.
Sport
The fourth round of the FA Cup features Luton Town v Millwall (ESPN, ko 12.45pm) and
Oldham v Everton (UTV, ko 6pm), while
Spanish soccer includes Granada v Barcelona (Sky Sports 1, ko 7pm). In rugby, it’s Scarlets v Munster (RTÉ Two, ko 6.30pm), while the All-Ireland football club semi-finals on TG4 feature St Brigid’s Roscommon v Crossmaglen (throw-in 2pm) and Dr Crokes Killarney v Ballymun Kickhams (throw-in 4pm).
SUNDAY
The Voice of Ireland
RTÉ One, 6.30pm
Each of the four coaches has filled their teams, so tonight’s episode features the first of the battles where selected members of each team sing the same song. The coaches then enlist some music biz types to help them choose who should go through to the live concerts in the next stage of the show.
Sport
There’s more action in the FA Cup today, with Chelsea v Brentford (UTV, ko 12pm) in a fourth round replay following their recent 2-2 draw; while the fifth round clash of Manchester City v Leeds United (ESPN, ko 2pm) also has some giant-killing potential. In Spain, it’s Real Madrid v Rayo Vallecano (Sky Sports 1, ko 8pm).
MONDAY
Life On The Inside
RTÉ One, 9.35pm
First episode of a two-part documentary on the Irish prison system. Filmed over a year at Wheatfield and Shelton Abbey prisons, it follows the lives of six particular prisoners in these institutions. We hear about the boredom, the violence, how they spend Christmas, etc.
Dallas
TV3, 10pm
The second series of the revamped tale of Texan oil barons. While the battle between
Christopher and John Ross is the main plotline in this opening episode, all eyes will be on JR, the character played by the late Larry Hagman. JR appears in the first six episodes, and does get a funeral during the series.
TUESDAY
Revenge
RTÉ Two, 9.50pm
Victoria gets a surprise visit from her mother and is plunged into memories of her tumultuous childhood. Meanwhile, Emily sets off on her first mission under Takeda’s tutelage.
Utopia
Channel 4, 10pm
It’s been quite a ride over the past few weeks, and now the comic book conspiracy thriller reaches its final episode. Can our heroes find the elusive Mr Rabbit and stop the evil plans of The Network? Underpinned by an excellent edgy soundtrack, there has also been a strong Irish presence in the show through Stephen Rea and Fiona O’Shaughnessy.
WEDNESDAY
Meet The Izzards
BBC One, 9pm
The first of a two-part series in which comedian Eddie Izzard uses his DNA to trace his history through the millennia and across the globe. Episode one takes him along his maternal ancestral line through southern Africa, Turkey and Scandinavia before he ends up in Britain. Needless to say, Izzard’s journey mirrors the expansion of humanity from its origins in Africa, so in ways is all our story. Part two tomorrow.
Champions League Live
RTÉ Two, ko 7.45pm
AC Milan v Barcelona pits two of the giants of European football against each other in the first round of a two-leg tie.
THURSDAY
Rónán ar an Camino
TG4, 10pm
The Camino de Santiago is probably the most famous walk in Europe, and over the next few weeks Rónán Mac Aodha Bhuí will travel the ancient pilgrim route. Along the way, he’ll chat to a motley crew of walkers from Ireland and beyond who have all sorts of reasons for their trek to the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela in Galicia.
Europa League
Kevin Kilbane joins Trevor Welch in the Anfield commentary box for the second leg of Liverpool v Zenit St Petersburg (3e, ko 8.05pm). Earlier in the day, it’s Lyon v
Tottenham Hotspur (ITV4, ko 6pm).
FRIDAY
Big Wave Bootcamp
RTÉ Two, 5pm
Week three of the Irish teenagers’ trip to Hawaii and their stamina is seriously tested on the continuous breaks of the South Shore. Away from the water, some of the boys get hot and bothered in a Bikram yoga session that’s supposed to increase their strength and flexibility.
The Graham Norton Show
BBC One, 11.05pm
Saoirse Ronan is on the publicity circuit for her new film The Host, a sci-fi horror based on the novel by Stephenie ‘Twilight’ Meyer, so joins Norton on tonight’s show. Alongside the 18-year-old Irish actress will be Hollywood heavyweights Richard Gere and John Malkovich.