Princess Kate joined husband Prince William in Northern Ireland. The Prince and Princess of Wales visited Northern Ireland for the first time since Queen Elizabeth’s death today. The royals were mostly welcomed by the public during their brief trip, but one woman confronted Kate Middleton this afternoon. During a walkabout, the mum-of-three was greeting members […]

3 years ago

4 possible cases of meningococcal meningitis have been identified in Ireland. Families have been urged to ensure that their children’s meningitis vaccines are up to date after four cases were identified in Ireland recently. The HSE has called on parents to make sure their children’s MenB vaccines are up to date. They recently identified four […]

3 years ago

Minister for Education Norma Foley said they can’t confirm a date just yet. Minister for Education Norma Foley has admitted there is still no set date for the Junior Cert results. She said they cannot confirm a date mainly because of the Leaving Cert appeals process. The Leaving Cert appeals will be issued on Friday, […]

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The Princess of Wales was visiting a hospital in Surrey. The Princess of Wales has admitted it took her quite some time to choose her children’s names. Kate was visiting Royal Surrey County Hospital this week to learn about the hospital’s maternal mental health services. The mum-of-three spoke to both staff and patients during her […]

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Construction is “progressing at pace” Parents have spoken out against the cost of the new National Children’s Hospital. 80% of the budget has already been spent, but construction on the hospital is already 17 months behind schedule. The National Pediatric Hospital Development Board claims the construction stage will be completed in five months, but the […]

3 years ago

Angelina Jolie said Pitt also hit their children. Angelina Jolie has accused her ex-husband Brad Pitt of abuse. The actress also claims the Bullet Train star hit one of their children and choked another one of their children. The pair are involved in a dispute over the custody of their children. They’re also in a […]

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Is another big freeze on the way? Let’s hope not. Dreaming of a white Christmas? It looks like your wish could come true this December. It’s been 12 years since we last had a white Christmas in Ireland, but forecasters believe things could change for winter 2022. According to a forecaster in the UK, temperatures […]

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It’s a girl! The Inbetweeners co-stars Hannah Tointon and Joe Thomas have welcomed their first child together. The couple, who starred in the comedy together, are now parents to a baby girl. The new parents met on the set of The Inbetweeners and have been together since 2010. After meeting on set, the pair quickly […]

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“Rory’s memory will live on” A 23-year-old Irishman has been ‘killed in action in Ukraine. Rory Mason sadly passed away on September 28th. His family found out the heartbreaking news from the Department of Foreign Affairs. The Department of Foreign Affairs is supporting Rory’s family at this time. 23-year-old Rory enlisted in March 2021. According […]

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Halloween isn’t even here yet, but the Christmas lights have already started appearing in Dublin city. DublinTown has commenced putting up the city’s Christmas lights so they are ready for switch on in mid-November. This year 25 streets will have energy-efficient spectacular lighting for the festive season. […]

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Vardy is set to pay out £3 million. Rebekah Vardy has been ordered to pay 90% of Coleen Rooney’s legal fees after the Wagatha Christie trial. Vardy will initially have to pay £800,000 but the total is reportedly £1.5 million. She also has to pay the legal costs of The Sun, as well as her […]

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It is also Stacey Solomon’s birthday today. Stacey Solomon has penned a moving tribute to her daughter Rose on her first birthday. The mum shared moving clips from Rose’s first year of life, including the day she was born. The montage includes clips of Stacey in labour, Rose growing up, and playing with her big […]

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Lucy Letby has been charged with murdering 7 babies. Former nurse Lucy Letby is due to go on trial for the murder of seven babies. She has also been charged with the attempted murder of ten other babies. Letby has been accused of murdering five baby boys and two baby girls during her time at […]

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Most Ukrainian children are attending schools in Dublin. Nearly 12,000 Ukrainian children have enrolled in schools across the country. According to the Department of Education, most children are attending schools in Cork, Kerry, and Dublin. 7,400 Ukrainian children have enrolled in primary schools in Ireland. 4,400 children have enrolled in secondary schools. Most Ukrainian pupils […]

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“I’ve never gotten over the loss of our mother” Brian Dowling has been praised for opening up about the loss of his mother. Over the weekend, the new dad visited his mother’s grave with his daughter Blake. It was the first time he took his baby girl to his mother’s grave. As tough as it […]

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The writer gave birth to a baby girl. Stefanie Preissner has announced the birth of her first child. The new mum gave birth to a beautiful baby girl named Aurora. Her daughter was born via emergency C-section around two weeks ago, Preissner confirmed. Before welcoming her daughter, Preissner revealed she suffered five miscarriages. She told […]

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“Students have met many challenges” Children in primary school are set to be offered in-school counselling. Both parents and teachers are concerned about the rising levels of anxiety among school children, especially those in primary school. To combat the rise in children suffering from anxiety, the Department of Education plans on introducing in-school counselling. There […]

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Davy Fitzgerald has become a dad for the second time. GAA player Davy Fitzgerald and his wife have welcomed their first child together. The 51-year-old and his wife Sharon welcomed a baby boy in May but kept the news a secret until now. The Ireland’s Fittest Family coach opened up about the new addition to […]

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Alice in Wonderland has claimed the top spot. The most popular children’s books in Ireland have been revealed. Research by My 1st Years has revealed the most popular bedtime stories for children around the world. The analysis revealed Alice in Wonderland as the children’s book that parents are picking up the most, with more than […]

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The accident occurred yesterday afternoon in Derry. Police in Derry are investigating a road accident that claimed the life of a 5-year-old boy. Ollie Simmons-Watt died after a van collided with his bike on Thursday afternoon. The accident occurred in the Irwin Avenue area of Limavady, according to the Belfast Telegraph. The young boy was […]

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Natasha Richardson died after a skiing accident in 2009. Liam Neeson reveals he visits his wife Natasha Richardson’s grave every day to talk to her. The Parent Trap actress tragically died after suffering a head injury during a ski trip in Canada. Neeson says he keeps her memory alive by visiting her grave every day. […]

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Women aged between 17 and 25 currently have access to the scheme. Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly is currently seeking legal advice over plans to extend free contraception to 16-year-olds. Earlier this week, the Government announced plans to extend free contraception to women aged between 16 and 30. However, just days after announcing the scheme, […]

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Sabina Higgins says she’s “embarrassed” by Ireland’s breastfeeding rate. Sabina Higgins has called on the HSE to make changes to their post-natal care programme. She says new parents are being thrown out of hospital far too soon after giving birth. She believes new parents should spend more time in hospital rather than being “thrown out” […]

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Producers have their eyes on Stacey and Joe. Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash are reportedly in talks to join This Morning. The news comes after current presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were hit with backlash after they reportedly skipped the queue at Queen Elizabeth’s lying in state. Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash are reportedly […]

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Do you pay the ‘voluntary’ contribution fee? Primary schools have claimed they’ll still need the contribution fee despite subsidies awarded in this week’s budget. Despite the subsidies, schools stressed that they will still need parents to pay the voluntary contribution fee. Both primary and secondary schools will be given a €90 million grant to cover […]

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She said people have accused her of having a party at the cemetery. Archie Battersbee’s mum has addressed the backlash she faced after having ‘a party’ at her son’s graveside. She explained that she wanted to be close to her son on her birthday, but the public slated her for the decision. The mum shut […]

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Foley confirmed that 500,000 children will be given free school books next year. Earlier this week, the Government announced that primary school children will be given their books for free in 2023. The move has been welcomed by parents across the country, but many with children in secondary school feel forgotten about. However, Minister for […]

3 years ago

Khloe rejected Thompson’s proposal. Khloe Kardashian has confirmed that Tristan Thompson proposed to her before his latest cheating scandal was made public. The mum-of-two opened up about the proposal in the new episode of The Kardashians. Khloe explained that something about it just didn’t feel right and she knew she had to say no. Speaking […]

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Where you lead, I will follow. The temperature has dropped, the leaves are starting to fall and the giant boxes of pumpkins are now plonked outside the entrance to SuperValu. Autumn is officially here which means it is time to watch the coziest show of all, Gilmore Girls. Heading back to Stars Hollow during the […]

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“Families are keeping their heads just above water” Parents of disadvantaged children and young people have called out the Government’s 2023 budget. Many families have praised the free primary school book scheme and an increase to social welfare payments, but many feel left behind by the Government. Speaking about the disappointment felt by many families, […]

3 years ago

We’ll take one in every colour. Wearing matching outfits with your kid will always be adorable. Is it a little cheesy? Yes, but we can’t help it. Whether it’s a matching pair of runners or twinning with our Christmas coats, we can’t help but pick up doubles when we spot them. And now we’ve discovered […]

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She remains in critical condition. A Ukrainian girl, who was severely injured in an incident in Clare, has been moved to a Dublin hospital. According to The Independent, she is still in a critical condition. However, she is receiving “specialist treatment” at a Dublin hospital. The young girl just started attending a local school weeks ago. […]

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Khloe Kardashian welcomed her baby boy via surrogacy. Khloe Kardashian welcomed her second child, a baby boy, into the world earlier this year. Her son, whose name has not been confirmed, was born via surrogacy on July 28th, 2022. During the latest episode of The Kardashians, Khloe and her sister Kim went to the hospital […]

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The alarm was raised just before 8 am this morning. A girl found injured in Co. Clare is in a critical condition in hospital. Emergency services attended a scene at a residence in Clarecastle, Co. Clare today. The alarm was raised just before 8 am this morning. Gardaí and emergency services found the girl with […]

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She has been rushed to Limerick University Hospital. Gardaí in Clare have launched an investigation after a female child was found with severe injuries. The girl was found at a premises in Clarecastle this morning, September 27th. The child was taken to Limerick University Hospital. Following the discovery, Gardaí issued a short statement. “Gardaí are […]

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Pupils will be vaccinated this month. Parents have been told to look out for vaccine consent packs in their children’s school bags. The HSE’s school immunisation teams will start visiting schools this month as part of the School Vaccine Programme. Children in primary school will be offered the 4-in-1 and MMR vaccines. Students in their […]

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An Irish teacher has been called out over his inappropriate work attire. The teacher said he felt “patronised” after the principle called a meeting over his clothing. Writing on Reddit, the teacher said he felt like too much focus is placed on what teachers wear. The 25-year-old male teacher said he qualified as a teacher […]

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Adam “only has eyes for Paige”. Love Island’s Adam Collard has responded to claims that he cheated on girlfriend Paige. The reality star was recently spotted with a blonde woman after a night out, but claims they’re “just friends”. Fans slated Collard after he was spotted looking incredibly close to the blonde. However, his representative […]

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“Their names weren’t on the list” Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield were not on the media list for the Queen’s lying in state. The presenters have been hit with waves of backlash since skipping the queue at Queen Elizabeth’s lying in state. The British public was outraged when the presenters were spotted skipping the queue. […]

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Have you been affected by the childcare shortage? Parents have been told to expect two-year-long waiting lists for creche places in parts of Ireland. There is currently a shortage of creche places in Ireland which is leaving many parents struggling to find childcare near their homes. According to The Independent, there is a higher demand […]

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Parents are spending around €750 on childcare per month. Childcare costs are set to be cut by up to €170 in this year’s Budget. Coalition parties have agreed to cut childcare costs in a bid to help parents struggling to make ends meet. There’s no doubt the news will be welcomed by parents who have […]

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Actress Lucy Fallon is pregnant. Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon has revealed she is pregnant. The actress previously suffered a miscarriage and admitted she was scared to share the news with the public. Lucy said she is 19 weeks pregnant but has been keeping her pregnancy a secret until now. The actress confirmed the news […]

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Coco Austin has been hit with backlash. Coco Austin has come under fire for bathing her 6-year-old daughter in the sink. The mum posted a video of her daughter Chanel in the sink on her Instagram. She explained that she often washes her daughter in the sink because it saves her time. However, the ‘time-saving […]

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Breaking is the one book you need to read in October. Met Éireann has warned us that the colder weather is heading towards Ireland which means we’re entering hibernation mode. It’s time to grab the cozy blankets, make a giant cup of tea and finally tackle that mountain of books you’ve been promising to read. […]

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Nicole McGinley has been missing since September 15th. Gardaí in Donegal are calling on the public to find missing teenage girl Nicole McGinley. 17-year-old Nicole McGinley has been missing from Quigleys Point in Co. Donegal since September 15th. Gardaí are urging anyone with information about Nicole’s whereabouts to contact them immediately. When she was last […]

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Katy Perry welcomed her daughter in August 2020. Katy Perry has opened up about why she doesn’t want a full-time nanny for her daughter Daisy. The singer and her partner Orlando Bloom have a 2-year-old daughter together but despite their busy schedules, the parents don’t want to get full-time help. Perry explained that she will […]

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The Riverdale actor now faces life in prison. Riverdale actor Ryan Grantham has been charged with the murder of his mother Barbara Waite. The 64-year-old died from a gunshot wound to the head on March 31st, 2020. He has been charged with second-degree murder and now faces life in prison. However, Grantham was originally charged […]

3 years ago

She said it was worth the fine and disruption to her daughter’s education. A mother has been fined after she took her daughter out of school so they could go on holiday. The mum claims she did nothing wrong by removing her daughter from school. She also said the holiday was more educational than her […]

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Christmas will be here before we know it. Smyths has issued a warning to parents about their Christmas stock. Shoppers have been advised to start their Christmas shopping earlier than usual, if possible. This is because Smyths is unsure how long stock will last. A spokesperson for the toy store explained that it is hard […]

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Lynn Egar didn’t speaking during her hearing at Mullingar District Court. The mother of Mikey and Thelma Dennany has been charged with their murder and will appear in court next week. Last night, 48-year-old Lynn Egar was charged with the murders of Mikey and Thelma Dennany. The siblings were killed in a horror car fire […]

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