Radio Nova

Radio Nova is designed to bring you the finest music on the airwaves. As a distinctive radio station, we showcase the most thrilling tracks from all eras! If you get energized by powerful guitar solos or enjoy imagining yourself performing alongside rock legends, then Radio Nova is the perfect fit for you! We provide a space for your true self to shine, offering a guitar-driven selection of amazing songs spanning the last four decades up to the present day.

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Sting Praises Choir Cover Of 'Fragile' In Netflix's 'Adolescence'

1 week ago | nova.ie | Ella Anderson

Sting has come out praising the choir cover of his song ‘Fragile’ that was featured in Netflix’s ‘Adolescence’. ‘Fragile’ was originally featured on Sting's second solo album ‘Nothing Like The Sun’ (1987)’. The cover, sung by a children's choir, featured at the very end of the second episode of the series. This version was performed by 14-year-old actress Emilia Holliday, who played the young girl Katie Leonard who was murdered prior to the beginning of the show.
WATCH: Caitriona Balfe on working with "The Amateur" Rami Malik

1 week ago | nova.ie | Clint Drieberg

20th Century Studios THE AMATEUR is the story of Charlie Heller, a brilliant, but deeply introverted decoder for the CIA working out of a basement office at headquarters in Langley, whose life is turned upside down when his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack.
Blink-182's Mark Hoppus Reveals That The Cure's Robert Smith Tried To "Make Out" With Him

2 weeks ago | nova.ie | Ella Anderson

Blink-182's co-lead vocalist and bassist Mark Hoppus recalls the time when The Cure's frontman Robert Smith tried to make out with him. According to Hoppus' memoire 'Fahrenheit-182, which was published two days ago, the incident took place at a party in 2004, after Smith joined the punk band on stage at Wembley Arena to sing their collaborative song 'All of This'.
Cabinet Airbnb Register Delayed Amid Last-Minute Planning Law Row

2 weeks ago | nova.ie | Dan Pitcher |Daniel Pitcher

Plans to introduce a long-awaited national register for short-term lets such as Airbnb have been delayed following a Cabinet row over late-stage amendments linked to planning law. According to the Irish Independent, Enterprise and Tourism Minister Peter Burke had been due to present the Fáilte Ireland-managed register to ministers at Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, but the item was pulled from the agenda at the last minute.
Damning Report Issued on Use of Springs in Spinal Surgeries

2 weeks ago | nova.ie | Dan Pitcher |Daniel Pitcher

HIQA has published a damning report into the use of unauthorised springs in spinal surgeries at Temple Street Children’s Hospital. The health watchdog says the use of the unregulated devices should not have happened, and children were not protected from the risk of harm. This investigation was commissioned by the then-Health Minister 18 months ago, after it emerged non-CE marked metal springs were implanted in three children with the intention to treat scoliosis.
Metallica Partners With Red Cross To Have Blood Drives At Concerts

2 weeks ago | nova.ie | Ella Anderson

Metallica has announced that they are partnering with the American Red Cross for their upcoming concerts. The metal band took to social media on Monday to announce the 'A Sea of Hearts Beat As One Unified' initiative with their charity organisation All Within My Hands Foundation and the American Red Cross. The caption reads: "New to this leg of the #M72 tour, you can give back by donating blood at select North American stops.
Assessment of Need System for Children Broken, says Foley

2 weeks ago | nova.ie | Dan Pitcher |Daniel Pitcher

The system used for the assessment of children with complex needs is failing and in urgent need of reform, according to Children and Disabilities Minister Norma Foley. Speaking to the Irish Independent, Minister Foley said the current Assessment of Need (AON) process is “not serving anyone” and must be completely “reimagined”.
Crews Battle Forrest Fire in Wicklow

2 weeks ago | nova.ie | Dan Pitcher |Daniel Pitcher

Forestry staff are keeping a close watch on the aftermath of a large forest fire that broke out in County Wicklow last night. The blaze began around 8pm in Djouce Woodlands, with fire crews from Bray and Greystones responding to the scene. The fire spread quickly through dense tree growth and embankments in the area. Coillte staff worked alongside the fire brigade, and the fire was finally brought under control in the early hours of this morning.
FIRST LOOK: The Bear Star Becomes The Boss In New Trailer

2 weeks ago | nova.ie | Clint Drieberg

Earlier this week it was The Beatles cast unveiled and now CinemaCon has also got the first look at a trailer for the new Bruce Springsteen film!Directed by Scott Cooper, "Deliver Me From Nowhere" is based on author Warren Zanes’ book, which follows The Boss as he makes his 1982 solo record Nebraska. "Incredible, challenging and a dream come true," Jeremy Allen White, from The Bear, said of becoming Springsteen for the film. "And I feel really lucky we all had Bruce’s blessing on this film.
Ireland Braces for Impact of US Tariffs on Pharma Sector

3 weeks ago | nova.ie | Dan Pitcher |Daniel Pitcher

Ireland’s economy is set to feel the strain following US President Donald Trump’s newly announced tariffs, which is set to include levies on pharmaceutical exports—a sector that forms a cornerstone of Irish trade. The move has sparked concern among government officials, business leaders, and workers, as Ireland is one of the world’s largest suppliers of medicine to the US. The pharmaceutical industry accounts for billions in exports annually and employs Thousands of people across the country.