Wi-Fi for Buses!!

With mobile Internet access fast becoming a necessity for the average Irish professional, coach company JJ Kavanagh & Sons has become the first in Ireland to bring the information age to their passengers, introducing onboard Wi-Fi to their full fleet of coaches with their partners Fleet Connect Ltd.

The latest vehicle technology will provide high speed wireless internet access for passengers and allow the company to track the location of each vehicle in its fleet in real-time, resulting in an improved service for its customers. The introduction of the Wi-Fi service has resulted from the growing need of business commuters to be accessible and connected at all times as well as increased consumer internet usage.

Students want to access to social entertainment such as Bebo and Facebook and all other passengers now have the option of logging on line for their specific needs throughout their journey.

Recent research has shown that public Wi-Fi hotspot usage grew by over 272% in Europe in 2008.

Breaking Sports News: Its Wembley in 2011

Wembly Stadium, in London, England has been chosen to host the 2011 European Champions League Final. The event, which was last year won by Manchester United 07/08, has graced such places as Moscow(last) and Istanbul(2005). This will no doubt prove a huge incentive for the teams in England and Britain's top flight leagues to progress as far as possible in the competition.

The last few years have been hugely successful for the English representatives. Liverpool won the competition in 2005, following with an appearance as runners up in 2006. The following year, 2007, saw Arsenal finish 2nd to Barcelona, while last season, 2008, was probably the most successful, with an all-English final. Manchester United went on to beat Chelsea in Moscow. In recent years, these teams have rarely failed to reach the quarter finals, with at least 2 teams in the semis (3 last year).

Munich's Allianz Arena and Berlin's Olympiastadion, which featured in the 2006 World Cup, were also in the running but Uefa has opted for Wembley. Old Trafford was the last English stadium to host the showpiece event when Manchester United's ground staged the 2003 final between AC Milan and Juventus.

Barack Obama Inauguration - "Yes We Can!"

Tuesday, 20th January 2009 witnessed one of the most historical days on record, for Barack Obama stepped up to be crowned the 44th President fo the United States, but the first non-caucasian ever.
An event that would send shivers up and down your spine saw thousands of people rave the harsh cold weather to gather outside the White House to witness such an historical moment.

Chants to the tone of Obama's trademark words "Yes We Can" rang out all around. Barack Obama made one eye-opening point. In words to the effect that just 60 years ago his own father would have struggled to be served in a restaurant. Yet now, this man stands before us, being sworn in as the 44th President of America. It both acknowledges the unfair and harsh reality of life for people of previous generations, and celebrates how far we as a race have come.

Personally, I am delighted to have been able to witness such a hugely important event in our history. There is a sense of energy, spirit, positivity and hope about this man - a new dawn has come, change is upon us.

Kaka..."Eastlands....I didn't give it 30 seconds thought!"

With Kaka's proposed £100 million move to Manchester City having extinguished, it seems there may be some justice in the world after all!

Midweek saw Manchester United progress to the Wembley Carling Cup Final, beating Derby 4-3 on aggregate. A match that saw United 3-0 up in the first half, came at a cost for Manchester United, with some more casualties to add to the injury list. Anderson and Rafael face a few weeks on the sidelines, while they hope to have Johnny Evans fit in around a week.

Next up for Manchester United are Tottenham in the F.A. Cup 4th round.

Premier League Update

So, Sunday brought a great result for Manchester United, comprehensively beating Chelsea 3-0 at Old Trafford. With two games in hand on their title rivals Man United have the chance to top the Premier League table before leaders Liverpool play again on Monday night. Tonight sees United face Wigan at Old Trafford in the first of those all-important games. Unfortunately, Patrice Evra has now been ruled out for up to four weeks, while Rio Ferdinand won't return for another fortnight. But, with Cristiano Ronaldo picking up the Fifa World Player of the Year award this week, alls not too bad for the club.

On the other side of Manchester, City have launched a record-breaking
€100 million bid for AC Milan star Kaka. The Brazilian previously
expressed an interest in coming to the Premier League at some stage, and could stand to earn €75 million over 5 years (Around €260,000 per week) if the move goes ahead.

Chris Brown Concert!!

So, firstly..Chris Brown concert last week....amazing, best concert I think Ive been to!
The new O2 Arena in Dublin is fantastic....great atmosphere =]

Happy New Year

So, 2008's out and roll on 2009. Christmas is behind us as we settle into a new year once again. College resumes tomorrow, which might take some adjusting to on account of the lack of lie-ins.

However, I'm sure we'll cope one way or another!! Welcome back everyone =]