By Katy Thornton Complete with two pools, a pony stables and a tennis court. While most of us will struggle to afford even Dublin’s most inexpensive house, or apartment for that matter, it’s sometimes nice (torturous) to go looking at the other end of the spectrum. To see how the other half (1%) live. A […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton We’d like to know who to give thanks to for our extra bank holiday. We all rejoiced at the news of a new public holiday, especially since Ireland has some of the fewest bankers in all the EU. It’s in the name of St. Brigid that we get this honour, to take […]

3 years ago

Others said it was simply a comment about her parents. If you’ve not been on social media for the past few days, then the news that Love Island stars Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury welcomed their first child may have passed you by. Indeed, the couple welcomed a baby girl who they have named Bambi. […]

3 years ago

The Gardaí have not been able to confirm the report. A man has claimed that he discovered the remains of what he believes to be an infant near the Mother and Baby Home in Bessborough, Co. Cork. During an interview with Neil Prendeville on Cork’s Red FM, the man said that he made the alleged […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Do not adjust your screens. A home under €200k in Dublin actually exists. As the concept of owning a house in Dublin is little more than a fantasy for many of us – a bit like the tooth fairy and obtaining a Coppers gold card – the contents of this property listing […]

3 years ago

By Steve Hopkins With the cost of heating at the moment, who could blame her? A woman has opened up about her marriage to a single – well, formerly, single – duvet. Pascale Sellick appeared on This Morning this week and told hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield all about her romance that seldom leaves […]

3 years ago

Fair play to them! A week after reports emerged claiming that Saturdays singer Una Healy is in a relationship with David Haye and Sian Osborne, additional details have been reported on how they allegedly met. Speculation that the trio were together mounted after Una posted a photo on her Instagram where they all hold hands […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Trigger warning for those still haunted by the term ‘wet pubs’ – ‘damp’ January may evoke similar sensations. For many of us, the festive season and January follow a similar structure year after year. You’re inundated with nights out, dinners and drinks, and work parties for the month of December, which inevitably […]

3 years ago

By Fiona Frawley Gardaí have backed the Donegal roll out of the Ask For Angela campaign, which provides discreet support for anyone who feels uncomfortable on a night out. Ask For Angela originated in England in 2016, and is used by bars and other venues to keep people safe from sexual assault and dangerous, uncomfortable […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton Great news for all the 9-5ers… Whisperings of a four day work week becoming the norm have been swirling for what feels like years. In the summer Britain participated in a six month trial whereby workers only worked four days, with no loss of pay. Unsurprisingly, the companies that took part in […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton Just in time for Christmas. I think we all went through a bit of a Lush phase, especially during those prime years of the YouTube influencer (thank you Zoella aka Zoe Sugg). For those who never left that phase, this might be particularly exciting news for you. Lush is set to open […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton With living quarters that double as a “ballroom.” Daniel O’Donnell is saying farewell to his Ballinteer abode, a Penthouse that is on the market for €760k. The fourth floor Penthouse has three bedrooms and four bathrooms; it has amenities such as Marlay Park, Ticknock, Dundrum Town Centre, and more all in close […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton Highlighting some of Ireland’s top hiding locations. One of the best things about shopping for books second hand is the possibility of finding gems like this. Declan Cashin (@Tweet_Dec) agrees, posting a picture of a second-hand copy of thriller Gone Girl with a very personal inscription. Dated 15th July 2014, friend Lucy appeared to […]

3 years ago

By Katy Thornton Customers vented their frustration after their discounted orders were cancelled. On Wednesday, 31st August, Brown Thomas suffered from a serious pricing error, whereby shoes from high-end brands like Vejas and UGG were hugely discounted. Naturally customers jumped on this, purchasing the reduced items; however when Brown Thomas realised the error, they made a statement […]

3 years ago

Essential knowledge.

4 years ago

Brought to you by HP Inc. Hybrid working is here to stay. So how can you make sure you’ve got the appropriate set up for the future? The past 18 months has seen next to all office employees working from home. But as restrictions continue to lift and back-to-office plans are rolled-out, it’s safe to […]

4 years ago

No hospitals in the region had any record of the babies being born. The woman who claimed to birth 10 babies is being held at a psychiatric hospital, according to reports. South African woman Gosiame Sithole told the world that she had given birth to decuplets earlier this year. Her partner, Teboho Tsotetsi, later said […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by askpaul Solid financial advice for people of all income levels and backgrounds. At some point in your working life to date, you’ve probably been asked ‘Are you good with money?’ Or, if not, there’s certainly a chance you’ve heard the phrase tossed around. Plenty of people are blessed with the ability […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Focus Ireland “The kids found it especially hard. My daughter cried every night saying she wanted to go home.” Our lives have been changed by the pandemic, that’s an indisputable fact. Everything we took for granted has gone. Socialising with friends, meeting with family, travel, sport, eating out… the list goes […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Focus Ireland “Mammy, when can we go back to our own house?” The world as we know it has changed over the past year or and there’s no getting away from that. Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic arrived, we’ve had to adapt to the new normal of seemingly never-ending restrictions in […]

5 years ago

She announced the happy news this evening. RTÉ presenter Lottie Ryan has revealed she’s pregnant with her first baby. The 2FM presenter announced the happy news this evening, sharing a post on her Instagram with a picture of a babygrow alongside the words, “I guess quarantine wasn’t that boring after all #comingsoon.” View this […]

5 years ago

The Health Minister is claiming he never made such a promise and that September was simply the “aspiration”. The Health Minister has rowed back on claims that everyone in Ireland will receive the COVID-19 vaccination by September. In an interview broadcast on RTÉ, Stephen Donnelly also admitted that many of the new restrictions announced by […]

5 years ago

New Year, new you! It’s January and we all need to go easy on ourselves, let the hair down as much as possible and do our best to remember the many good moments that 2020 brought us despite the Covid-19 pandemic. It’s safe to say we’re all ready to embrace the New Year with renewed […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Revolut Plus Revolut Plus could make your life, and the life of two of your friends, a lot easier – especially if you’re prone to the odd mishap! Revolut Plus has just been launched in Ireland, giving customers immediate peace of mind whenever a phone is smashed, a treasured item is […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Revolut Plus.  If there’s one thing we wish our parents had taught us more about, it’s money. Spending, saving, and scrimping when you need to – all necessary life skills, all things that so many of us are still struggling to manage in adulthood. If only we had had more experience […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Bear’s Little Fish Baby’s going to LOVE this. The season of gifting is well and truly upon us, and if you have any little bears in your life that you want to celebrate, we have the perfect company who not only offers high quality products you can trust, but they’re giving […]

5 years ago

She hasn’t been with her partner “for a long time.” I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here’s Jess Plummer “secretly” split from her boyfriend before the show. The EastEnders actor, a contestant on this year’s I’m A Celeb in Wales, recently split from her longterm partner, Jaz. This comes after a video of the […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Breast Cancer Ireland The Great Pink Run is back! In its 10th year, the Great Pink Run (with Glanbia and supported by Fitbit) kicks off on October 17 through 18 and Denise Ashe (39) from Trim is doing everything in her power, including participating in the run, to help raise funds […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Focus Ireland.  “My family can adjust to our new normal but I don’t think I can bare an Ireland that allows homelessness to be a part of its new normal, because that just isn’t good enough” Lockdown wasn’t easy. The uncertainty was a new and daunting experience for many of us, […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Focus Ireland For some families in Ireland, uncertainty and fear came long before the pandemic. The coronavirus has uprooted us all in varying degrees. For some, life hasn’t changed all that much. Some have found they’ve become fitter and healthier thanks to a longer evening and no commute, while many have […]

5 years ago

How do we know when we are ready for motherhood? When we have the career sorted? When the traveling and partying is done? When one day the urge to smell a newborn’s head overpowers any logical reasoning of the ‘but we can’t afford it’ or ‘it’s not the right time?’ variety. 10 Signs that […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Inflata Zone Don’t you ever wish you were a kid again? For the most part, life is care-free, they play way more fun games than we do and they’re still small enough that slides and bouncing around are a REALLY BIG DEAL. Life. Is. Awesome. Well, the kids win again! There’s an all-new […]

7 years ago

Brought to you by Avonmore Lactose Free milk.  Unsure which foods to buy your child with lactose intolerance? That’s okay. Lactose intolerance can be a bit of a confusing one to get your head around – it’s not an allergy so there’s not really a straightforward can-and-cannot-eat list. Lactose intolerance is often confused with a […]

7 years ago

Daddy cool.

7 years ago

Very important.

8 years ago

Did you wake up ravenous? Sometimes, particularly after a night on the tiles, a bowl of cereal or a boiled egg and toast simply will not cut it. Only a very carefully assembled combination of carbs, protein and gooey, melty cheese will do the trick. And boy do we have your back this time. This […]

8 years ago

Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or are new to exploring the world, there’s plenty to organise and get your head around when you’re off on an adventure. Whether you’re heading off with the kids or having a grownup getaway, these apps will help you stay ahead of the game. Trello If you’re a lover of […]

8 years ago

Brought to you by Red Bull Flugtag.  Spring is here and summer is looming, and so it’s probably time to plan a few little daily excursions with the kids. The weather might be a bit hit and miss over the next couple of days so instead of jumping straight to the rural getaways, we’re opting […]

8 years ago

It pays to be polite

8 years ago

Muffin tin baked eggs are so easy

8 years ago

Had to happen, didn’t it?

8 years ago

Just when you thought it was over, eh?

8 years ago

They’re all kinds of tasty.

8 years ago

And the response has been epic.

8 years ago

If you’re anything like us, chances are you’re going to be up to your ears in pancake batter later.  Well, it is Pancake Tuesday after all! These days you can buy ready made batter mixes which are actually really good but there is no greater satisfaction than making your own. So how do you make […]

8 years ago

We were once easily pleased…

8 years ago

“I’m going to visit Iain’s mum in a care home”

8 years ago

You can’t argue with these results.

9 years ago

“Absolutely vile.”

9 years ago

#BeVConfident.

9 years ago