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  • 17-year-old boy killed in collision between car and lorry in Cavan

    17-year-old boy killed in collision between car and lorry in Cavan

    The collision occurred on Thursday evening. A 17-year-old boy has sadly died after a road traffic collision in Co. Cavan. Gardaí are investigating the collision between a lorry and a car. The incident occurred on the N3, Kilnalack, Co. Cavan at approximately 6 pm on June 9th. Emergency services rushed the teenager to Cavan General […]

    4 years ago

  • Is this mum’s no gift policy too harsh or a good idea?

    Is this mum’s no gift policy too harsh or a good idea?

    Is this a good idea or is the mum making a mistake? One mum has started quite the debate after revealing she has a ‘no-gift’ policy for her son’s birthday. She explained that children already get too many toys and presents, so has asked his friends not to bring a gift to his upcoming birthday […]

    4 years ago

  • Elderly woman found dead after tragic accident in Galway

    Elderly woman found dead after tragic accident in Galway

    The woman died after falling from a building in Galway. A woman in her 80s has died in a tragic accident in Galway. Gardaí believe the woman fell from the upper floor of a building this morning. Her body was found on High Street just after 9 am on June 9th. Gardaí believe the woman […]

    4 years ago

  • Vogue Williams reveals she is planning on having another baby

    Vogue Williams reveals she is planning on having another baby

    “I always said I wanted four” Vogue Williams said she is hoping to have another baby, but will wait quite a while before getting pregnant again. The mum-of-three said she has always wanted four children. However, the presenter can’t see herself getting pregnant anytime soon. Vogue explained to The Irish Mirror: “The thought of never […]

    4 years ago

  • Britney Spears is reportedly getting married today

    Britney Spears is reportedly getting married today

    The singer is getting married today. Britney Spears is reportedly getting married today and we cannot wait to see her dress. The Toxic singer and Sam Asghari are set to tie the knot in an intimate ceremony. According to TMZ, the couple has been busy organising their wedding. They will be joined by 100 of […]

    4 years ago

  • Nick Cannon to become a dad for the ninth time

    Nick Cannon to become a dad for the ninth time

    “The stork is on the way” Nick Cannon is set to become a dad for the ninth time. The presenter confirmed the news on the Lip Service podcast. Abby De La Rosa is pregnant with his ninth child. Cannon was responding to claims he is expecting three children this year. “When you say ‘on the […]

    4 years ago

  • Warning to parents after increase in cases of unknown hepatitis strain

    Warning to parents after increase in cases of unknown hepatitis strain

    Two children needed liver transplants. Parents have been told to be aware of the symptoms of the unknown hepatitis strain. Experts across the globe are still trying to understand what is causing the outbreak. There are now 13 confirmed cases in Ireland. Another case was confirmed this week. Since March, one child sadly passed away. […]

    4 years ago

  • Young boy who went missing in the wilderness found alive

    Young boy who went missing in the wilderness found alive

    Ryker was found in the wilderness in Montana. A 3-year-old boy has been found alive after he went missing in the wilderness for days. Ryker Webb had been missing since June 3rd. He was missing from the Bull Lake area in Montana. Ryker Webb was already missing for two hours before police were contacted. When […]

    4 years ago

  • Cheryl disappointed in Liam Payne after revealing private child birth details

    Cheryl disappointed in Liam Payne after revealing private child birth details

    The Fight For This Love singer is not happy with Payne. Cheryl is reportedly disappointed in her ex-partner Liam Payne. The One Direction star has come under fire over a recent interview. Payne claimed their son Bear “ruined” his relationship with the Girls Aloud singer. He also shared that Cheryl hemorrhaged badly after giving birth […]

    4 years ago

  • Parents slated after leaving their children, aged 3 and 9, in car on hot day

    Parents slated after leaving their children, aged 3 and 9, in car on hot day

    The parents claim they did nothing wrong. Parents have been called out after they left their children, aged 3 and 9, in their car on a hot day. The parents, from Georgia, have been accused of neglecting their children. Both parents have been charged with misdemeanor reckless conduct after the incident. According to reports, the […]

    4 years ago

  • Hollyoaks actress Jorgie Porter announces pregnancy after miscarriage heartache

    Hollyoaks actress Jorgie Porter announces pregnancy after miscarriage heartache

    Jorgie Porter is pregnant! Hollyoaks actress Jorgie Porter has announced she is pregnant. The actress confirmed her special news on TikTok. In the video, Jorgie’s partner Ollie Piotrowski lifts up his hands. Jorgie’s hands are then revealed, then Oliver’s son’s hands, and then their dog’s paws. When they move their dog’s paws, a sonogram is […]

    4 years ago

  • Kate Middleton gives fans a glimpse at her stunning home

    Kate Middleton gives fans a glimpse at her stunning home

    Kate shared photos of Anmer Hall. The Duchess of Cambridge has given fans a glimpse at her home. The Duchess shared photos of her and her three children during the Jubilee weekend. She was baking with her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. The family’s home was decorated in bunting for the […]

    4 years ago

  • Tributes paid to mum-of-two who died in Cork river tragedy

    Tributes paid to mum-of-two who died in Cork river tragedy

    “Gillian had an inner glow of goodness.” Tributes have been paid to Cork mum-of-two Gillian Daly. The mum tragically died when her car reversed into the River Lee over the weekend. Gillian’s car plunged into the water at Kennedy Quay in Cork on Friday night. The accident, which claimed the life of the mum, occurred […]

    4 years ago

  • TOWIE’s Jess Wright announces her son’s unusual name

    TOWIE’s Jess Wright announces her son’s unusual name

    Jess Wright gave birth to her baby boy in May. The Only Way Is Essex star Jess Wright has revealed her son’s name. The reality star gave birth to a baby boy last month but has kept her son’s name under wraps. Jess welcomed her son, who is her first child, on May 17th. The […]

    4 years ago

  • Gardaí concerned for welfare of woman (38) missing since Saturday

    Gardaí concerned for welfare of woman (38) missing since Saturday

    The missing woman has not been seen since Saturday. A missing person investigation has been launched in Clontarf after the disappearance of Mary O’Brien. Gardaí in Dublin are concerned about the woman who has been missing since Saturday, June 4th. 38-year-old Mary O’Brien is missing from her home on St. Lawrence Road in Clontarf, Dublin […]

    4 years ago

  • Irish teenager killed in horror road accident in Australia

    Irish teenager killed in horror road accident in Australia

    The accident happened in Cobden, Australia. An Irish teenager has sadly passed away in a road accident in Australia. The 18-year-old was thrown from the car when it collided with another vehicle. The male was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident. Police confirmed the accident occurred at 1.30 am on Sunday, June 5th. […]

    4 years ago

  • 6-year-old boy drowns during family holiday in Spain

    6-year-old boy drowns during family holiday in Spain

    He was on holiday in Spain with his family. A 6-year-old boy has sadly passed away during a family holiday in Spain. The young boy drowned in a swimming pool in Majorca. He died on Sunday, June 5th. It is believed he got into trouble when swimming during the afternoon. The boy was on holiday […]

    4 years ago

  • Shakira and Gerard Piqué split up after 11 years together

    Shakira and Gerard Piqué split up after 11 years together

    The couple first met in 2010. Shakira and Gerard Piqué have ended their relationship after 11 years together. The Hips Don’t Lie singer announced the news in a short statement. “We regret to confirm that we are separating. “For the well-being of our children, who are our highest priority, we request respect for (our) privacy. […]

    4 years ago

  • Mum-of-two who died after car entered Cork river named locally

    Mum-of-two who died after car entered Cork river named locally

    “Sadly missed by her heartbroken husband” The woman who died after her car entered the River Lee at Kennedy Quay has been named. The mum has been named locally as Gillian Daly. She was from Marlborough in Douglas. Her two sons managed to escape from the car when it entered the water on Friday, June […]

    4 years ago

  • Amy Huberman pens heartfelt tribute after the death of her dad

    Amy Huberman pens heartfelt tribute after the death of her dad

    “A goodbye I was never going to be ready for.” Amy Huberman has penned a moving tribute to her father Harold. The actress said losing her dad is something she was never going to be prepared for. Alongside two beautiful photos, she wrote: “My wonderful wonderful Dad. Kind and generous, clever and curious, brave and […]

    4 years ago

  • Warning issued to people travelling to Spain and Portugal as moneypox cases rise

    Warning issued to people travelling to Spain and Portugal as moneypox cases rise

    A warning has been issued to people traveling to Spain and Portugal in the coming days. A health warning has been shared after a spike in monkeypox cases. Cases remain low in Ireland, but they have increased in both Spain and Portugal. An expert has urged travellers to be vigilant if visiting these countries. Dr. […]

    4 years ago

  • Mum called out for putting a lock on her son’s bedroom door

    Mum called out for putting a lock on her son’s bedroom door

    Is this mum in the wrong? A mother has been called out by her family for putting a lock on her son’s bedroom door, but is she in the wrong? She explained that she put the lock on his door because her nieces and nephews are always going into his room. Her sister lives down […]

    4 years ago

  • Body found during search for missing man John Dunne

    Body found during search for missing man John Dunne

    Mr. Dunne was an experienced climber. A body has been found during the search for missing man John Dunne. The search for Mr. Dunne has been stood down. The body was found this morning, Friday, June 3rd. An Garda Síochána has thanked the Kerry Mountain Rescue for their assistance. They also thanked those who assisted […]

    4 years ago

  • Prince Harry and Meghan introduce Lilibet to Queen Elizabeth for the first time

    Prince Harry and Meghan introduce Lilibet to Queen Elizabeth for the first time

    Lilibet turns 1 tomorrow and will celebrate with the Queen. Queen Elizabeth has met her great-granddaughter Lilibet for the first time. According to reports, Prince Harry and Meghan introduced the Queen to her namesake on Thursday afternoon. The parents attended a private lunch with the 96-year-old. Prince Harry and Meghan joined senior royals for a […]

    4 years ago

  • Irish children going without head lice treatment because parents can’t afford it

    Irish children going without head lice treatment because parents can’t afford it

    70% of families have been struggling with the cost of living. Irish children are reportedly going without headlice treatments because of the cost. Parents are supposedly struggling to afford the treatments, according to Barnardos. Parents are facing more struggles due to the cost of living. Speaking to The Irish Mirror, Stephen Moffatt of Barnados said […]

    4 years ago

  • Belfast toddler who died in tragic Spain drowning laid to rest

    Belfast toddler who died in tragic Spain drowning laid to rest

    “Freddie knew he was loved and cherished” A Belfast toddler who drowned in Spain has been laid to rest. Last week, 19-month-old Freddie Joseph Briggs died in the pool at his parent’s home in Spain. The family had recently moved from Northern Ireland to Spain. They were living in Costa Blanca, near Benidorm before Freddie […]

    4 years ago

  • 5 men who ‘gang-raped’ 17-year-old jailed for total of 66 years

    5 men who ‘gang-raped’ 17-year-old jailed for total of 66 years

    “They behaved like animals” Five men who gang-raped a 17-year-old girl have been jailed for a total of 66 years. The victim was raped in a car in the Midlands in 2016. The men were aged between 17 and 19 at the time of the attack. Justice Tara Burns said they “behaved like animals”. On […]

    4 years ago

  • Prince Andrew has tested positive for Covid-19

    Prince Andrew has tested positive for Covid-19

    He will no longer be attending Jubilee celebrations. Prince Andrew has tested positive for Covid-19. Buckingham Palace confirmed the news in a statement this afternoon. Andrew will no longer be attending celebrations throughout the Jubilee weekend. He has pulled out of tomorrow’s National Service of Thanksgiving at St. Paul’s Cathedral. A spokesman said: “After undertaking a […]

    4 years ago

  • Prince Harry and Meghan reunite with royals for Jubilee celebrations

    Prince Harry and Meghan reunite with royals for Jubilee celebrations

    This is the first time they’ve been in England with their children. Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reunited with the royal family for the Jubilee weekend. Queen Elizabeth is celebrating 70 years as monarch this weekend. Multiple special events will take place to mark her Platinum Jubilee. Prince Harry, Meghan, and their two children […]

    4 years ago

  • Second child undergoes liver transplant as mysterious hepatitis cases increase

    Second child undergoes liver transplant as mysterious hepatitis cases increase

    They were moved to a hospital in the UK for the transplant. A second child diagnosed with an unknown strain of hepatitis has had a liver transplant. The Irish child was transferred to a hospital in the UK for the transplant. The total number of confirmed cases in Ireland has risen from 8 to 12 […]

    4 years ago

  • Dermot Bannon leads tribute after sudden death of Room to Improve star

    Dermot Bannon leads tribute after sudden death of Room to Improve star

    He was killed in a road traffic accident last weekend. Dermot Bannon has paid tribute to Karl Cullen after his sudden death. The Room to Improve star was killed in a road accident on Sunday. The presenter said he is heartbroken after hearing about Karl’s untimely passing. He penned a moving tribute to the carpenter […]

    4 years ago

  • Amber Heard to appeal verdict in Depp defamation case

    Amber Heard to appeal verdict in Depp defamation case

    The actress is “heartbroken” over the result. Amber Heard is planning on appealing the verdict in Depp’s defamation case. Yesterday, the jury confirmed that Depp had won the defamation case against Heard over her 2018 op-ed in the Washington Post. In the piece, the actress wrote about her experiences as a domestic abuse survivor. Depp […]

    4 years ago

  • Tributes paid to 6-year-old Crumlin boy after tragic hotel drowning

    Tributes paid to 6-year-old Crumlin boy after tragic hotel drowning

    “Oliver you made the kids smile every day.” The boy who died after a swimming pool accident in Offaly has been named. The victim has been identified as Oliver Forde (6) from Crumlin, Dublin. Sadly, Oliver died after he got into difficulty while swimming at the Tullamore Court Hotel. His family is completely heartbroken over […]

    4 years ago

  • I refuse to pay for my daughter’s wedding because she’s a grown woman with a job

    I refuse to pay for my daughter’s wedding because she’s a grown woman with a job

    A mum and dad are refusing to pay for their daughter’s wedding. As per tradition, the bride’s family often pays for the celebration, but is it time to bid farewell to this tradition? Her parents believe so. They explained that their daughter recently got engaged to her long-term boyfriend, but as happy as they are, […]

    4 years ago

  • Gardaí are extremely concerned about missing 50-year-old woman

    Gardaí are extremely concerned about missing 50-year-old woman

    Gardaí are seeking the public’s help in finding her. Gardaí in Dublin have launched a missing person’s investigation. They are extremely concerned for the welfare of a 50-year-old woman. They are appealing for the public’s assistance in tracing the whereabouts of Clodagh Murphy. She was last seen in the Foxrock area of Dublin 18 on […]

    4 years ago

  • Is it wrong to show up to a kid’s birthday without a gift?

    Is it wrong to show up to a kid’s birthday without a gift?

    Do you think this is wrong or is it understandable? Life is getting more and more expensive. Everything from our bills to weekly food shop has increased. We’re trying to cut corners, but we’re struggling to make ends meet with communions, school expenses, and birthday parties. One mum is feeling conflicted about attending a birthday […]

    4 years ago

  • Prince William and Kate are skipping Lilibet’s 1st birthday party

    Prince William and Kate are skipping Lilibet’s 1st birthday party

    The Cambridges skipped Lilibet’s birthday party. Prince Harry and Meghan’s daughter Lilibet is celebrating her 1st birthday this weekend, but some members skipped her birthday celebrations. According to reports, Prince William and Kate did not attend the festivities. However, the couple has a valid reason for missing her birthday. The Cambridges couldn’t attend because of […]

    4 years ago

  • Heidi and Spencer Pratt are expecting baby #2

    Heidi and Spencer Pratt are expecting baby #2

    “I couldn’t be more excited” Heidi and Spencer Pratt are expecting their second child together. The couple confirmed their baby is due later this year. The reality stars have been trying to conceive for months. They are already parents to 4-year-old son Gunner Stone. Speaking to US Weekly about their baby news, the couple said […]

    4 years ago

  • 9-year-old girl miraculously survives cougar attack

    9-year-old girl miraculously survives cougar attack

    She was playing hide and seek with her friends at the time. A 9-year-old girl has been attacked by a cougar in America. Doctors are stunned after the young girl miraculously survived the attack. The horrifying incident happened on May 27th. It is believed the animal lunged at the girl when she was playing hide […]

    4 years ago

  • Liam Payne claims having a child ruined his relationship with Cheryl

    Liam Payne claims having a child ruined his relationship with Cheryl

    The couple welcomed their son Bear in 2017. Liam Payne has spoken out about his relationship with Cheryl. The couple, who share son Bear together, started dating in 2016. However, they ended their relationship a year after Cheryl gave birth to their baby boy. Liam Payne is now claiming that having a child with Cheryl […]

    4 years ago

  • This is why you should not have balloons at your child’s birthday party

    This is why you should not have balloons at your child’s birthday party

    “We heard a loud explosion” Having balloons at a birthday party is a given, but one mum is urging parents to turn their back on the tradition. The popular decorations may be a staple part of the celebration, but they’re not as safe as we once thought. The mum explained that due to helium shortages […]

    4 years ago

  • 90 Day Fiancé star reveals her son has been diagnosed with leukaemia

    90 Day Fiancé star reveals her son has been diagnosed with leukaemia

    “This is every parent’s absolute worst nightmare” 90 Day Fiancé star Deavan Clegg’s son has been diagnosed with leukemia. The heartbroken mum revealed her 3-year-old boy has been hospitalised. Alongside photos of her son Taeyang in hospital, the reality star opened up about his harrowing diagnosis. She said she wanted to be transparent with her […]

    4 years ago

  • Traveller children as young as 11 are dying by suicide

    Traveller children as young as 11 are dying by suicide

    “Why do we have to bury children as young as 11, 12 and 13?” The traveller community is calling for more mental health support. A protest was held outside the Dail yesterday to highlight the struggles they are currently facing. They called on the government to implement a standalone mental health strategy for travellers. They […]

    4 years ago

  • Boy (6) dies in tragic swimming pool accident in Co. Offaly

    Boy (6) dies in tragic swimming pool accident in Co. Offaly

    Gardaí are treating the drowning as a tragic accident. A young boy has sadly passed away in a drowning accident in Co. Offaly. The 6-year-old got into difficulty while swimming at the Tullamore Court Hotel’s pool. Gardaí are investigating the incident, but they are treating the boy’s death as a tragic accident. A file has […]

    4 years ago

  • Bride asks to remove niece as flower girl “because of how she looks”

    Bride asks to remove niece as flower girl “because of how she looks”

    This woman has taken the term bridezilla to another level We know planning a wedding is no easy feat, but isn’t it best to focus on the people you’re celebrating with rather than making everything flawless? One mother has revealed her sister wanted to remove her niece from her wedding party, and we can’t quite […]

    4 years ago

  • Toddler left with horrific injuries after “perfect” family dog attacks her

    Toddler left with horrific injuries after “perfect” family dog attacks her

    The mum said their dog was always calm and placid. A toddler has been brutally injured after her family dog attacked her. The girl’s parents were stunned when their “perfect” St. Bernard bit her. Speaking about the horror attack, the girl’s mum said she found her 1-year-old covered in blood. Mum-of-two Lizanne Naudé revealed that […]

    4 years ago

  • Children who lost both their parents secure enough money to buy Kerry home

    Children who lost both their parents secure enough money to buy Kerry home

    It will also be used for educational needs. Four brothers who lost their parents within months of each other have secured enough money to buy their family home. The Clifford brother’s dad Padraig died from cancer in January 2022. Before his passing, his wife Elaine sadly passed away from cancer in August 2021. She was […]

    4 years ago

  • Public urged to stop using ‘dangerous’ tanning nasal spray

    Public urged to stop using ‘dangerous’ tanning nasal spray

    Doctors say trying the illegal spray is not worth the risk. People have been urged to stop using nasal sprays that supposedly enhance their fake tan. The nasal sprays have gone viral on TikTok in recent weeks, but experts have warned the public about how dangerous they are. People believe the spray will help enhance […]

    4 years ago