Fancy getting your hands on some Toy Show tickets? The most magical time of year is almost here. And yes, we’re talking about the Toy Show. Are we a little bit more excited about it than the kids? Maybe… but it’s a tradition we can’t help but love. If, like us, you’ve sat at home […]

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“Your comments have real-life consequences” Strictly Come Dancing star Adam Peaty has responded to those near-kiss rumours after his performance this weekend. The Olympian caused quite a stir when he reportedly leaned in to kiss pro-dancer Katya Jones after their Argentine Tango. The couple performed to Fleetwood Mac’s Tango in the Night on Saturday, but […]

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If you love the name Rose then you’ll adore these monikers. Stacey Solomon may have struggled to pick a name for her adorable baby girl, but the mum eventually settled on the most charming moniker. Rose. The classic floral name has got to be one of our favourites. Flower-inspired names have always been a huge […]

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… in Galway. The holidays may be another couple of weeks away but we can’t help but feel excited about it. This Christmas is likely going to be that little bit special as restrictions continue to ease. More of our favourite Christmas traditions will be making a welcome […]

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“That is my fear, what if he missed the birth of his baby!” The strain and worry pregnant people are being forced to deal with because of Ireland’s maternity restrictions are hard to wrap your head around. The sheer stress alone is something no expectant-mum should have to deal with. Far too many people are […]

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Maternity campaigners have called on the Minister to speak to them. Minister Stephen Donnelly claims his department is doing “absolutely everything we can” to resolve the maternity restrictions in Ireland. The Health Minister’s statement comes after a woman went through labour in the car park of the Coombe. Breege O’Connor told The Journal she went […]

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The biggest stories of the morning. At Home: Use of digital Covid certs could be extended beyond October Ireland’s re-opening date is now in doubt after a stark jump in case numbers. The country’s restrictions were due to ease on October 22nd, but Government ministers have expressed their doubt about the current situation. Simon Harris […]

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“Leave your poor kid alone” All teenagers are different. Some are outgoing, some are shy and some are a little bit of both. And do you know what? There’s nothing wrong with that. However, one mum thought her daughter’s shyness was a problem and flipped out when she admitted she didn’t want to attend her […]

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The dad is honouring his son with this special charity Andrew McGinley has launched a raffle in honour of his late son Darragh. The father is hoping to raise funds for As Darragh Did, his charity that supports local sports clubs and community projects. His son Darragh was a huge sports fan and was involved […]

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Could Ireland see snow before the winter? It looks like things are about to get a lot colder in Ireland. A weather expert has warned that snow could already be on its way. Yes, we know it’s only October. Apparently, a cold snap is approaching Ireland and it could bring a blanket of white snow […]

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“Winter levels of activity being experienced since September” Ireland’s healthcare services are already under huge pressure and strain after dealing with multiple waves of Covid infections since last March. Frontline workers are exhausted and under a level of stress that we can’t even begin to understand. Our children’s hospitals are now experiencing a surge in […]

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The top news stories of the morning At Home: Taoiseach says there’s “no guarantee” restrictions will ease on October 22nd An Taoiseach has stressed that there is “no guarantee” restrictions will be eased on October 22nd. Micheál Martin confirmed the disease is headed in the wrong direction in Ireland. The news comes after a rise […]

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Should adult children pay rent or is it wrong? Renting in Ireland just isn’t a feasible option for most adults in their 20s. People are forced to fork out €1400 a month for a ‘studio apartment’ which is actually just a kitchen with a bed in it and the world’s smallest toilet. Most people end […]

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Have you ever wanted to change your child’s name? There are far too many baby names to choose from. The list of potential names for my future mini-mes is growing rapidly and I honestly don’t know how I’m going to whittle it down. Deciding on just one name can feel impossible, especially when there are […]

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The supermarket is concerned about wood fragments in the product. SuperValu has issued an urgent recall on one of its rice products due to the presence of wood fragments. The supermarket confirmed a batch of its 1kg Long Grain Rice packets has been affected. Customers have been warned not to consume the product. All products with […]

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73 people are currently in ICU with Covid. Doctors have expressed their concerns about the rise in Covid ICU admissions. It is believed 70% of people being admitted to intensive care are unvaccinated. A consultant has confirmed the latest surge in cases has resulted in teenagers being hospitalised. Speaking to Newstalk, Dr Catherine Motherway of […]

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The biggest stories of the morning. At Home: Two parents arrested after Gardaí issue CRI alert Gardaí have confirmed a 2-year-old girl has been found safe and well after they issued a CRI alert. It is believed toddler Aoife Haynes Murphy was found in the Dublin area last night. A man and woman in her […]

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Stacey has chosen the cutest name for her little girl Stacey Solomon has revealed her daughter’s name. The mum decided to call her baby girl Rose! The mum-of-four confirmed her daughter’s adorable moniker on Instagram this evening. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stacey Solomon (@staceysolomon) Stacey posted a photo […]

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2-year-old Aoife Haynes Murphy was taken from Mayo this morning. Gardaí have issued a Child Rescue Alert. They are seeking the public’s help in finding 2-year-old Aoife Haynes Murphy. An Garda Síochána have serious concerns that there is an immediate and serious risk to the health or welfare of the toddler. It is believed Aoife […]

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Here’s everything parents need to know about Budget 2022. Health Free GP care has been extended to children aged 6 and 7 with the intention to extend it up to the age of 12. Free contraception for women aged 17-25 from next August. €250 million investment in resolving waiting list crisis. Threshold for the drug […]

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“He took off when adults noticed him” Parents in Dublin have expressed their concerns after a strange man was spotted in a popular playground. It is believed a man dressed as Spiderman was spotted handing out sweets to children in Rathmines. Parents spotted the stranger giving sweets to children in the park on Belgrave Square. […]

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“The house is empty without her” A mum has bravely spoken out after losing her 6-month-old baby girl in a car crash in Wales. Grief-stricken Cameron’s daughter Eva Maria was killed when their family car was involved in a collision in Llanelli, South Wales. The mum said the pain they’re experiencing after losing their baby […]

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The mum-of-four says her name is “perfect” Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash have finally settled on a name for their baby girl. The pair have been brainstorming ideas and trying out different names since her arrival on October 4th. Stacey confirmed they’ve picked the “perfect” name for their newborn daughter. The mum-of-four opened up about […]

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The top stories trending this morning. Budget 2022: Parents to see a rise in back-to-school allowance It is believed parents will receive a €10 increase in the back-to-school allowance. The increase is set to be revealed in Budget 2022 today. The increase in the clothing and footwear allowance is bound to be welcomed with open […]

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“We have that evidence now” Prosecutors believe they have found the man who murdered Madeleine McCann. They are “100% certain” that 44-year-old German national Christian Brueckner is responsible. Brueckner is currently serving time in jail after he raped an elderly woman in the Praia de Luz resort in 2005. Investigators claim the convicted sex offender […]

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Doctors urging mums-to-be to get Covid vaccine. Ireland’s vaccine programme has been a huge success so far. However, there are concerns about the troubling numbers of unvaccinated pregnant women. Medical experts have revealed pregnant women are entering the ICU on a weekly basis. The Coombe’s Dr Cliona Murphy told RTÉ’s Morning Ireland that the pandemic […]

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Stacey has yet to pick a name for her little girl. Stacey Solomon has had quite a tricky time picking a name for her daughter. The mum admitted that she and partner Joe Swash have yet to settle on a moniker for their baby girl. Stacey, who shares life updates with her 5 million Instagram […]

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“We may not have the power to change things, but that isn’t going to stop us from fighting for what we deserve.” If this week’s March for Maternity proved anything it’s that new parents, women and expectant mothers are stronger than any Government. We may not have the power to change things, but that isn’t […]

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“I don’t want anything for free. I want compassion” The cost of sending your child to school is eye-watering. To say education is free in this country is a farce. Parents are spending hundreds if not thousands on back-to-school essentials like books, uniforms, shoes, and travel expenses. You need to pay for homework club, the […]

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The mum welcomed her first daughter this week. Choosing a baby name is proving quite difficult for mum-of-four Stacey Solomon. She revealed this morning that she is still struggling to name her baby girl. Solomon gave birth to her daughter on October 4th but has yet to decide on a moniker for her darling daughter. […]

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Kate Walsh is back and fans are over the moon. A fan-favourite has returned to Grey’s Anatomy. Kate Walsh gave fans a glimpse at Addison Montgomery’s return and it’s safe to say they’re thrilled. The actress made her debut on Grey’s in 2005. In a teaser clip, Dr. Montgomery returns to Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital […]

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Early Christmas shopping anyone? Christmas is just 78 days away. The pandemic has put a strain on many families and the worry about Christmas is all too real this year. It’s an expensive time of year so news of Tesco’s Christmas toy sale will be welcomed with open arms. Tesco Ireland is on hand to […]

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“You have got to weigh up what is right for the mental health of a mother” The maternity restrictions in Ireland have caused such distress, heartache, and harm for new parents, pregnant people, and parents-to-be. Women have been forced to find out about miscarriages and baby loss without anyone by their side. Others have gone […]

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The PHA said the vaccine form is fake. A warning has been issued to parents of post-primary school children about fake vaccine letters. Numerous schools in Northern Ireland have received emails claiming to be from the NHS. Principals have spoken out about the fake vaccine consent letters. The Public Health Agency stressed that this is […]

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I’ve got something in my eye… Stacey Solomon and her family welcomed an adorable new member this week. The presenter’s daughter arrived in the world on Monday, October 4th and she’s as cute as pie. Stacey has been sharing photos of her daughter since giving birth at home earlier this week. The mum-of-four even posted […]

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The top stories trending this morning. At Home: Gardaí seek public’s help in finding missing 17-year-old Gardaí have called for the public’s assistance in finding 17-year-old Cian O’ Leary. The teenager has been missing from Cork city since the evening of Tuesday, October 5th. Cian is 5″6, of slim build, with brown short hair and […]

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“This disease is always there” Tom Parker’s world turned upside down when he was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour last year. The Gold Forever singer, best known for being a member of The Wanted, was given 12-18 months to live, but the dad-of-two is defying the odds. Parker is remaining optimistic and hopeful about […]

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Andrew will discuss the loss of his children. The line-up for this week’s Late Late Show has been confirmed. Andrew McGinley will appear on tomorrow night’s show. The dad will speak to host Ryan Tubridy about the loss of his three children Conor, Darragh, and Carla. The grief-stricken father will open up about the death […]

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Educators say this TikTok challenge is “criminal behavior” TikTok swiftly became one of the most popular social media platforms for teens, but is it controlling them too much? A new challenge has started trending on TikTok and it is extremely dangerous. The ‘Slap a Teacher challenge’ has grown in popularity recently and parents need to […]

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The abortion law is an “offensive deprivation” of women’s rights. A federal judge has temporarily blocked a new law blocking abortions in Texas. The law has banned most abortions in the country’s second-biggest state since September. US District Judge Robert Pitman made the order on Wednesday, October 6th. Pitman said Senate Bill 8 denies people […]

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“His silence is deafening” Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has been accused of “letting down the women of Ireland” at a maternity restrictions protest. Hundreds of protestors gathered to raise awareness about the harmful maternity restrictions in Ireland. They held a protest outside Leinster House. The protestors believe change is urgently needed. They called for Minister […]

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Stacey has yet to reveal her adorable daughter’s name. Stacey Solomon gave birth to her first daughter on October 4th. The doting mum documented her entire pregnancy with her 4.7 million Instagram followers, but she is keeping quiet about her daughter’s name. Fans have been speculating about her baby girl’s moniker since Solomon confirmed her […]

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The biggest stories you need to check out this morning. At Home: Taoiseach vows to tackle issue of violence against women in Ireland An Taoiseach has vowed to tackle the issue of violence against women in Ireland. During a tribute to the family of Nadine Lott, Micheál Martin said her family, especially her mum Claire, […]

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“My kids won’t be alone with her” I’ll forever feel grateful to have two caring and witty grandmothers in my life. Your nanny is the one who is there to comfort you on the bad days, who makes the best cups of tea, and will chat on the phone for hours on end. They’re so […]

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Britney has called out her family in an emotional post. Britney Spears has criticised her family for turning their backs on her during her conservatorship. The Toxic singer expressed her heartache in an honest Instagram post. Britney said her family did nothing to help her when she was at her lowest point. She posted a […]

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She said they should have protected her son. A mum in England has revealed her son was kicked out of creche after another child repeatedly bit him. She said she was stunned when her son came home with numerous injuries. He was attending a creche in East Yorkshire. She said this has been an ongoing […]

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Gardaí arrived at the scene in Blanchardstown on October 4th. Gardaí are concerned a toddler witnessed a brutal stabbing at a home in Blanchardstown. 47-year-old Virgil Gherghel stabbed a female relative and their partner before turning the knife on himself on October 4th. He was rushed to hospital but was pronounced dead at James Connolly […]

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“I’m just so worried” A mum has called out the concerning wait times for an ambulance in Ireland. She revealed her son had fallen off his electric scooter and broke his leg but had to wait for an ambulance for two hours. She opened up about the ordeal on Liveline. The mum Margaret said her […]

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The five biggest stories trending this morning. At Home: Stephen Donnelly says another lockdown cannot be “ruled out” Health Minister Stephen Donnelly has stated that another lockdown may not be likely, but it cannot be ruled out. Concerns have been raised as Ireland enters the colder, winter months. He warned that hospitality restrictions could be […]

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“Born at pickle cottage on mummy’s birthday.” Stacey Solomon has welcomed her fourth child into the world. Solomon gave birth to her baby girl at her home Pickle Cottage yesterday, which just so happened to be her 32nd birthday. The doting mum shared videos of her labour with her fans. “Yesterday I got the best […]

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