‘Tis the season to be extra cosy This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. The countdown to Christmas is well and truly underway, and we’re more than ready to spend most of Christmas break in our pyjamas. It is hibernation season, and we plan on spending […]
1 week ago
Have you put the Christmas tree up yet? With the big day on the horizon, you may already have your Christmas tree up or maybe you’re still waiting for the right moment. If you’ve yet to put your Christmas tree up then you may want to keep reading. Experts have discovered the best date to […]
1 week ago
‘Much better than a Stanley’ This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Shoppers are ditching Stanley for this handy water bottle with a secret storage compartment – and it’s half the price. Bottle Bottle’s ‘Stainless Steel Water Bottle’ comes in a variety of colours and patterns, […]
1 month ago
The Princess of Wales gave an upsetting admission Kate Middleton gave an upsetting admission when asked about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s daughter, Princess Lilibet. Princess Lilibet was born on June 4, 2021, in California, just a year after Prince Harry and Meghan cut ties with the royal family and moved across the pond. It […]
1 month ago
Jennie’s Law is being brought forward to Cabinet tomorrow Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan is bringing Jennie’s Law forward for approval from Cabinet tomorrow (October 21). Jennie’s Law is named after Jennifer Poole, who tragically died after her ex-partner Gavin Murphy attacked her in April 2021. Murphy had been previously convicted of assaulting a former partner, […]
1 month ago
It’s the first-ever monument honouring the art of motherhood A bronze statue named Mother Vérité has been erected outside the Lindo Wing at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, London. The statue depicts a postpartum mother holding her newborn child, her breasts exposed and ready to nurse, wearing a pair of postpartum pants over a still-swollen […]
1 month ago
“No men and no drama.” Meet the women-only community – a group of 11 woman who live together in a tiny home village and say the secret to harmony is “no men and no drama”. The community – called the Bird’s Nest – and based in Cumby, Texas, and is made up of single and […]
2 months ago
You could save money with these three financial payments With autumn officially upon us, it’s starting to get darker and colder. Therefore, it is likely that Irish households will see an increase in their electricity and heating bills. Even though a nice, warm house can be cosy, autumn and winter can be a financially difficult […]
2 months ago
The impact was significant One doctor’s self-imposed transformation into a “lab rat” has revealed what happens when you Botox just one side of your face. An anaesthesiologist by trade, Dr. Bita Farrell runs an educational TikTok channel boasting more than 171,000 followers, and one of her latest uploads documented this fascinating experiment. “For the sake […]
2 months ago
“The comments I get are unbelievable and it’s from adults.” A mum is lasering off her daughter’s facial birthmark in order to “protect her” as she gets older – after other kids’ “refused” to play with her because of it. One-year-old Hallie was born with a congenital nevus birthmark on her face – a mole […]
2 months ago
Online harassment is a serious issue, but one teen was left stunned after discovering she was being anonymously bullied by her own mum The investigation began after Beal City Schools received a complaint about cyberbullying. Kendra Gail Licari was charged in December 2022 after a year-long investigation into the claims. Licari’s daughter and her boyfriend were […]
3 months ago
I knew being the oldest would work out in my favour one day It’s rare to have a family where there isn’t a good bit of sibling rivalry. Who’s the best looking? Who’s the most loved? Who’s the fastest runner when you’re being pelted with water balloons on an unsuspecting hot summer day? The answers […]
3 months ago
Una Healy and her daughter are starting a new chapter Una Healy celebrated quite the milestone moment this week as her eldest child, Aoife Belle, started secondary school. The proud mum shared the news with her followers on Instagram this morning. Alongside a sweet photo of her daughter in her new uniform, Una wrote: “First […]
3 months ago
‘It does exactly the same job as botox’ This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Beauty fans are raving about an anti-ageing cream that’s used by Kate Middleton. The age-defying cream, often described as a ‘natural alternative to Botox’ has been endorsed by the Duchess of […]
3 months ago
‘It’s so easy to use and effective’ This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. If you’re fed up of anti-ageing creams and serums, and want to step up your game to combat fine lines and wrinkles, then you can opt for this popular face slimming gadget. […]
3 months ago
The perfect back to school purchase This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. This waterproof backpack for ‘messy’ kids is the perfect back to school purchase. If you’re worried about spills while they’re at school, then this functional backpack is a good choice to avoid this. […]
3 months ago
A number of common medications are associated with inhibiting the body’s ability to cope in heat. Temperatures are rising again in Ireland, but while everyone’s trying to make the most of fun in the sun, it’s important to remember that a number of risks come with higher temperatures. As lovely as it is to see […]
3 months ago
By Eleanor Ovens Warning: Graphic Content Horrifying photos show how ibuprofen nearly killed this mum when a horror reaction to the common painkiller made her skin ‘fall off’ and left her in a coma. Aleshia Rogers was taking ibuprofen twice a day after giving birth to her third child Jaxon in August 2020 via c-section. […]
3 months ago
Some of these are adorable Being due in summer can come with its challenges, but something that should not be quite so tricky is deciding a name. Although there is so much choice out there that can make picking just one name difficult, we’re here to help. There are some summer baby names proving popular […]
4 months ago
The 24-year-old singer and actress is the only daughter of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith. Willow Smith is the latest celebrity to weigh-in on the current ‘nepo baby’ discourse that is swirling around Hollywood, and insists that her success has nothing to do with who her parents are. The Wait A Minute singer made […]
4 months ago
It’s definitely not because of how much they cost A Mr Whippy with a flake, more commonly known as a 99, is one of life’s simple pleasures. On a hot sunny day, heading to the ice cream van to buy one and cool you down is a great way to unwind. The one thing people […]
4 months ago
“Straight, cis male, Porsche fan, loves wearing skirts & heels daily!” A married dad of three is battling gender stereotypes by wearing skirts and heels on a daily basis. Mark Bryan is an American citizen living in Germany, and he has caused a social media storm with his boundary-defying content. The 63-year-old has amassed nearly […]
5 months ago
The internet has been left shocked by one couple’s decision to put their daughter up for adoption A husband anonymously took to Reddit to explain the situation that led to them putting their daughter up for adoption after just three months. He explained in a post on Reddit that his wife, whom he called Catherine, […]
5 months ago
The legendary mystic has more bad news for us. Baba Vanga, the blind mystic who has foreseen some of the biggest events in history, has delivered perhaps her most chilling prediction yet. If you aren’t already familiar with the legendary Bulgarian psychic who is credited with correctly predicting some of modern history’s biggest events, then […]
5 months ago
Beth Martin passed away in Istanbul in April. A report has now detailed the alleged cause of death for the British mum who lost her life back in April. On holiday with her husband Luke, 28-year-old Beth Martin from Portsmouth got sick and was rushed to Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital on the […]
5 months ago
Brad Pitt was incredibly kind to his neighbour Brad Pitt let an elderly neighbour whose wife had passed away live in his $40 million estate rent-free. The Academy Award winner purchased the 1.9-acre property in 1994 for a reported $1.7 million from Cassandra Peterson, People reported. Pitt held onto it for nearly 30 years before selling it […]
5 months ago
Her name isn’t as uncommon as you think A mum has hit out at an airline after a flight attendant posted a picture of her daughter’s boarding pass on social media, where it was savagely mocked. Traci Redford and her five-year-old daughter were about to board at the gate at California’s John Wayne Airport back […]
6 months ago
Keep your eyes on the look out A psychologist has revealed the warning signs you should look out for when identifying if somebody is a narcissist. Mayo Clinic defines narcissistic personality disorder as a mental health condition where people “have an unreasonably high sense of their own importance”. It adds: “They need and seek too […]
6 months ago
‘I’ve been wondering this for years but never googled it.’ We’ve all seen signs for the toilets in a public place and noticed the initials WC, but do any of us actually know what it stands for? In most bars, restaurants and public areas, the location of a restroom is either signified by the word […]
6 months ago
The letter has finally been uncovered A letter claimed to have been written by a possessed nun almost 350 years ago has finally been translated. Sister Maria Crocifissa della Concezione was found on August 11, 1676 was found on the floor of her covent cell, covered in ink and holding a note featuring an unintelligible […]
6 months ago
Neil Patrick Harris has spoken out about his children The actor welcomed twins with his partner of almost 20 years David Burkta back in 2010 via a surrogate. Harris, who is known for his roles in How I Met Your Mother, Gone Girl and A Series of Unfortunate Events, to name but a few, first […]
6 months ago
The young boy was on holiday in Spain when the tragedy occurred A four-year-old boy from Ireland has sadly passed away in a drowning tragedy in Tenerife, Spain. He has been named as Edward James Watson Massey from Seaforde in Co. Down. The young boy got into difficulty in a swimming pool in a Tenerife […]
6 months ago
RIP. Former Clare underage star, Éanna Rouine, tragically passed away on Tuesday morning. The youngster played football for his county at minor level in 2021 and was a member of the Under-20s panel from 2022 to 2024. He represented his school, Ennistymon CBS, helping them to a provincial double in 2023, and his club Ennistymon […]
6 months ago
No surprise there… As much as parenting is a joint effort, mums and dads across the land love to take credit for some of their kids’ traits, whether this is their sporting ability, humour, or musical talent. But it turns out there is one that isn’t really up for debate – who children get their […]
6 months ago
Laura Anderson opened up about the controversial decision Former Love Island star Laura Anderson has revealed her dog has bitten her daughter Bonnie twice. The mum said her Pomeranian Buddy has been living with her aunt for the past two months as she is preparing to move house. “I’m so excited to have a garden. […]
6 months ago
The selfie was shared just moments before their tragic deaths Back in 2011, Essa Ricker, Kelsea Webster and Webster’s younger sister Savannah were exploring the Covered Bridge Canyon crossing on a railway line in Utah. Utah County sheriff’s Sgt Spencer Cannon said that the girls were waving to the engineers of the Utah Railway train […]
7 months ago
This travel expert has a warning for people with all-inclusive holidays booked Is anyone else dreaming about heading on their summer holidays? A travel expert is urging anyone with an all-inclusive holiday booked to be extra careful before they get carried away at the bar. We’re not talking about sacrificing your 4pm pina coladas, but […]
7 months ago
This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Amazon is selling a pizza oven at a fraction of the price of an Ooni in an early summer sale The shopping giant has cut the price of a pizza oven that can be used in a garden, balcony […]
7 months ago
It’s a common issue Picture the scene. You’re outside, the sun is high in the blue sky and there’s not a cloud insight. It’s the one sunny day of the year in Ireland, and you gaze upwards to admire the beautiful phenomenon known as ‘a clear blue sky’ and suddenly you see it, weird squiggles, […]
7 months ago
‘The amount of times I have seen this movie and yet I didn’t even notice!’ Harry Potter has been a staple of many people’s lives for well over 20 years now. From the books to the films, the theatre productions and a global brand, it is undoubtedly one of the most successful series’ of all […]
7 months ago
A vet has issued advice This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Although the warm weather is enjoyable for us humans, for those on four legs, it can be a bit more of a struggle. Kathleen Pohl, from Pet Health Club, opened up about when the heat can […]
7 months ago
This pastel-coloured city with it’s cobbled streets is like escaping to a fairytale. This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Estonia’s capital city does not usually get a mention in the conversation around enticing city breaks, but Tallinn is making itself known as an Eastern European […]
7 months ago
You can get a pint for 90c and hotel stays for as little as €16.70 If you’ve ever dreamed about visiting the Maldives but can’t stomach the long flight or eye-watering expense you might be in luck this year with Ksamil. A little-known Albanian beach resort is being raved about by holidaymakers as being the place to […]
7 months ago
The medical professional says that patients ‘feel comforted’ by the common experience. A hospice nurse has revealed the one thing that many of her patients experience in the lead up to their death. Julie McFadden, who works as a Hospice/Pallative Care nurse in Los Angeles, appeared on the Skeptic Metaphysician podcast to talk about her […]
7 months ago
There could be costly consequences if they’re caught assisting uninsured, though A recent study carried out by Cazoo has revealed the anxiety plaguing Generation Z drivers. For those individuals born between 1997 and 2012, it seems like the notion of parallel-parking their cars or reversing into a tight spot is actual nightmare fuel, with 66% […]
7 months ago
Tommy Bowe’s comments have come under fire Ireland AM host Tommy Bowe has been called out over his ‘harsh’ comments about teachers. The presenter jokingly commented about how many holidays teachers in Ireland get when discussing the Leaving Cert reform. The Department of Education and the Teachers Union of Ireland are discussing changes to the final […]
7 months ago
Think again before reheating your meal Let’s set the scene. You’ve just come in from a hard days work but you cannot be bothered to cook. Then you remember, you were a genius. You only had some leftovers from the meal before because you’d done some batch cooking. Wow, thanks past you. To make that […]
7 months ago
Hopefully the simulation will warn others YouTuber Zack D. Films has created an educational simulation which shows what happened to a teenager’s brain after being dared to eat a slug. It is hoped the film will act as a warning to other youngsters about the dangers of some dares and viral challenges. In 2010, Australian […]
7 months ago
It was only a matter of time… As the glutton in all of us gears up for this weekend’s chocolate Easter egg haul, an AI tool has come up with a timely rendering of Jesus Christ‘s real face. Using the famous Shroud of Turin, website Midjourney managed to reprocess the linen cloth’s alleged facial imprint […]
8 months ago
She had already booked flights and accommodation for the holiday. A British mum was left “devastated” after the Passport Office denied her application for a passport for her toddler because she shares the same name as a character from the HBO series Game of Thrones. 39-year-old Lucy from Swindon had planned a once-in-a-lifetime trip to […]
8 months ago