Savita’s 10-year anniversary is this month. A march will take place in Dublin in honour of Savita Halappanavar’s 10th anniversary. ROSA confirmed the march will take place on October 29th at 1 pm. The march will start at the Garden of Remembrance and will end at the Dáil. The team said the aim of the […]

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Incredible. A Spanish baby has had a groundbreaking intestinal transplant. Madrid’s La Paz hospital issued a statement following the successful surgery. The hospital confirmed the baby is doing incredibly well following the transplant. Emma is the first person to have an intestine transplant from a donor who died of heart failure. The baby girl’s new […]

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We need Freaky Friday 2 to happen. We’ve had Hocus Pocus 2, Disenchanted is on the way and now it looks like a Freaky Friday sequel could happen. Lead actress Jamie Lee Curtis admitted she’d love to play Tess Coleman again. The Halloween star even wrote to Disney about a potential sequel. She told The […]

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The former nurse is on trial in Manchester. *Warning* This article mentions distressing information. Police found a note saying ‘I am evil. I did this’ in Lucy Letby’s home, a court has been told. During a search of Lucy Letby’s house, police discovered the post-it note. According to Metro, police also found a piece of […]

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Kate Garraway said she is hopeful her husband will come home soon. Kate Garraway has confirmed her husband Derek Draper is back in hospital. He has been hospitalised with sepsis, but Kate says he is receiving the best care. 54-year-old Derek contracted Covid-19 in March 2020 and has been battling a host of illnesses ever […]

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Halloween is just around the corner! And in the spirit of the holiday, Liffey Valley has announced details of its very own Pumpkin Patch. It seems like everyone on Instagram has been visiting pumpkin patches this month. And now one is opening up in Dublin, just in time for Halloween. The Pumpkin Patch will be […]

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He ended his marriage to Helen Skelton months after she gave birth to their daughter. Helen Skelton’s ex-husband is reportedly expecting a child with his new girlfriend, just months after his marriage ended. The Strictly Come Dancing star was devastated when Richie Myler ended their 8-year marriage in April. Helen gave birth to their third […]

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“Be grateful for your life” The 12-year-old son of Creeslough victim James O’Flathery has been praised for bravely speaking at his father’s funeral yesterday. Hamish lost his father in the Creeslough petrol station explosion on October 7th but found the strength to speak during the mass. The 12-year-old reminded mourners about how valuable life truly […]

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Only 31% of mums breastfeed their babies. There have been calls to introduce breastfeeding lessons in Irish secondary schools. The Green Party issued the motion this week. Senator Pauline O’Reilly believes introducing these classes would help increase the rates in Ireland. Senator O’Reilly has called on the Government to introduce free lessons about breastfeeding. The […]

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Lucy Letby has been accused of murdering 7 infants. *Warning* This article mentions distressing information. An English nurse sent a sympathy card to the parents of the baby she killed. Lucy Letby is currently on trial for the murder of 7 infants at a hospital in England. She has also been accused of the attempted […]

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The comedian is shutting down nasty fatphobic comments. Strictly Come Dancing star Jayde Adams has been praised for shutting down critics. The comedian performed an incredible Flashdance-inspired routine on Saturday, which has now gone viral. Jayde has been praised for showing that you can dance, no matter what your size. During Saturday’s show, judge Motsi […]

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James Bulger was murdered when he was only 2. The mother of James Bulger has pleaded with Prime Minister Liz Truss to keep her son’s killer in prison. Jon Venables has appealed for parole, but Denise Fergus says he is still a danger to society. In a letter to Prime Minister Liz Truss, the grief-stricken […]

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“We are here to assist” Parents and children affected by the tragedy in Creeslough have been urged to seek support. Childline has advised them to lean on services like their helpline during this heartbreaking time. Childline tweeted, “We can help those seeking to support their children now.” “At this challenging time for children and families […]

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Minister Humphreys confirmed payment dates today. The first double welfare payment will be issued next week. The new payment was revealed in last month’s budget. The Cabinet has confirmed the payment will be made on October 17th. Payments will also be made throughout November. €1.2 billion has been allocated to help support the public during […]

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Their bodies were discovered on October 8th. A vigil has been held in honour of Kate Donohue and her baby boy Vincent. The bodies of Kate Donohue and her son were found at a house in Dublin 15 on Saturday. Loved ones gathered together outside the Chapel of Ease in Clonee on Monday evening. Tributes […]

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Give back to children who truly need it. Christmas is just weeks away, can you believe it? Before the rush of the festive period whisks us away, why not take a moment to give back to those who truly need it? Instead of letting the commercial pressure take over, why not get involved in the […]

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Here are the most popular toys in Smyths. There are a little over 70 days to go until Christmas (we can’t believe it either). The kids will be writing their Christmas lists before we know it, so it’s time to get organised. We’ve gathered up a list of the most popular toys in Smyths at […]

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The popular Netflix show is coming to an end. Fans of Firefly Lane will be disappointed to hear that the show is ending after season 2. Despite its major success, the streaming service has decided to end the show after just two seasons. However, Netflix has vowed to give the show quite the send-off with […]

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Was her daughter too young? A mum has been called out for getting her daughter’s ears pierced when she was only a few hours old. Her decision to pierce her newborn’s ears has divided opinions online. Many said her daughter is far too young to have her ears pierced. However, others stressed that piercing your […]

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“Filled with immense sadness” King Charles has issued a statement following the petrol station explosion in Creeslough, Donegal. The 73-year-old sent a message of condolence to the President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins. He shared; “My wife and I were filled with immense sadness when we heard of that appallingly tragic explosion at Creeslough, County […]

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He has breached his licence conditions. Police in the UK are searching for the man who attacked Katie Piper with acid. They launched a manhunt after Stefan Sylvestre breached his licence conditions. He was released in 2018 but is now being recalled to prison. Police confirmed to Sky News; “We are urgently working with the […]

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They were found on October 8th. Gardaí have identified the mother and 7-month-old baby who were found dead in Dublin on October 8th. They have been named locally as Kate Donohue and her baby boy Vincent. Donohue was aged in her 40s. Baby Vincent was only 7 months old. They were both discovered dead at […]

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The playground was set on fire on Sunday. Parents have been left outraged after a playground in Dublin was set on fire. On Sunday evening, Dublin Fire Brigade was called to the scene of a fire on Cork Street. They confirmed that a playground was set on fire on October 9th. Alongside a photo of […]

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They were found at a house in Dublin 15. A Garda investigation is underway following the deaths of a mother and her baby boy. The woman, believed to be 35, and her 7-month-old son’s bodies were found at a house in the Beechfield area of Dublin 15. Gardaí confirmed an investigation is taking place, but […]

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All 6 seasons of Downton Abbey are now on Netflix. If you’re looking for something to watch after Downton Abbey then we’ve got you covered. These 5 charming shows are bound to take you back to another era and help you switch off after a stressful and hectic day. Escape to Corfu with The Durrells […]

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Funds will be donated to the families of the deceased. A fundraiser has been set up to support those affected by the petrol station explosion in Creeslough. A Donegal man living in Australia has launched the fundraiser to help the families of the deceased as well as the injured. He explained that he wanted to […]

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Was he wrong? A woman has called out a father for bringing his daughters into the women’s toilet in McDonald’s. She said she was using the bathroom when the man entered with his children. She believed they were aged 4 and 6. Speaking on Mumsnet, she revealed: “He stands waiting while his daughters are using […]

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Penneys has released a brand new Toy Show collection. There are only a handful of weeks to go until this year’s Toy Show airs. Earlier this year, Ryan Tubridy confirmed the Late Late Toy Show will return to our screens on November 25th. With just weeks to go, Penneys has launched its popular Toy Show […]

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Samantha Womack thanked her fans for supporting her. Actress Samantha Womack has revealed she has started chemotherapy after being diagnosed with breast cancer. The actress shared the update with her followers on Instagram. The West End actress said she is grateful for all the breast cancer survivors who have reached out to her. She also […]

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This looks so adorable. Lidl has developed a farm experience where schools can visit and children can learn important lessons about growing fruit and vegetables. The farm experience is based at its Newbridge distribution centre in County Kildare. The project has been supported by Agri Aware and one of Lidl’s key suppliers Meade Farm. School kids […]

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London calling. Olivia Wilde is reportedly planning on moving to London soon. The Don’t Worry Darling director wants to move to England so she can be closer to her boyfriend Harry Styles. However, the move won’t go ahead until she has sorted out schools for her daughters. Wilde and her ex-partner Jason Sudeikis share daughters […]

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The young girl suffered over 70 stab wounds at a house in Co. Clare. An 8-year-old Ukrainian girl who was stabbed multiple times in Co. Clare is “out of danger”. According to The Journal, the young girl is no longer in a critical condition, but she remains in the hospital. She is currently receiving treatment […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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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