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  • Irish dad shares warning after his 12-week-old baby was hospitalised with RSV

    Irish dad shares warning after his 12-week-old baby was hospitalised with RSV

    His baby boy was “quite unresponsive” after contracting RSV. An Irish father has issued a warning to parents after his 12-week-old son was hospitalised with RSV. Paul Murphy’s baby boy became ill on Halloween and got progressively worse. He was hospitalised and later diagnosed with RSV. Respiratory Syncytial Virus is common, especially during this time […]

    3 years ago

  • 9-year-old boy will “never be the same again” after Wexford dog attack

    9-year-old boy will “never be the same again” after Wexford dog attack

    The 9-year-old is being treated for serious injuries in hospital. The family of a 9-year-old boy who was attacked by a dog in Co. Wexford said he will never be the same again. The young boy was attacked by a pit bull on Sunday, November 27th. He has been named as 9-year-old Alejandro Miszan. The […]

    3 years ago

  • “I know it’s scary”: Westlife’s Mark Feehily diagnosed with pneumonia

    “I know it’s scary”: Westlife’s Mark Feehily diagnosed with pneumonia

    Westlife singer Mark Feehily has pneumonia. Westlife’s Mark Feehily has been diagnosed with pneumonia. The singer has been forced to skip multiple Westlife shows due to the illness. Mark confirmed the news in a statement today. He said he’s heartbroken after missing multiple shows, but has been told by doctors to rest so he can […]

    3 years ago

  • Kelsey speaks out about moving on after Tom Parker’s harrowing death

    Kelsey speaks out about moving on after Tom Parker’s harrowing death

    Kelsey’s husband Tom died in March 2022. Tom Parker’s wife Kelsey has opened up about moving on following her husband’s heartbreaking death. The mum-of-two was recently linked to a 39-year-old electrician, who she met on holiday in Greece. The mum was hit with waves of backlash after reports emerged about her new partner but she […]

    3 years ago

  • Mum seeks advice after her son catches her with his gifts from Santa

    Mum seeks advice after her son catches her with his gifts from Santa

    The mum said she feels “awful” after the incident. One mum experienced quite the Christmas blunder when her son spotted her with his Santa gifts. She is now feeling worse than ever and is worried he no longer believes in Santa. “My 8 year old caught me putting out Santa presents on our puppy CCTV […]

    4 years ago

  • Lauren Graham shares who she thinks Rory’s baby daddy is

    Lauren Graham shares who she thinks Rory’s baby daddy is

    Lauren Graham has spoken out about that famous storyline. Lauren Graham has opened up about who is the father of Rory’s baby in Gilmore Girls. The actress, who played Rory’s mum Lorelai on the show, opened up about the show’s major cliffhanger. During the Gilmore Girls revival, Rory tells her mum she’s pregnant, but nobody […]

    4 years ago

  • 6-year-old child dies from bacterial outbreak at school in England

    6-year-old child dies from bacterial outbreak at school in England

    Heartbreaking news. A 6-year-old child has tragically passed away in England following an invasive bacterial outbreak. It is understood that the outbreak occurred at a school in southern England. One child has passed away and another remains in hospital. Their condition is not yet known, but the BBC said they’re receiving treatment in hospital. According […]

    4 years ago

  • The 2022 Toy Show theme has been revealed

    The 2022 Toy Show theme has been revealed

    The theme of this year’s Late Late Toy Show has been revealed! RTÉ has confirmed that this year’s Toy Show theme is The Wizard of Oz. Ryan Tubridy said this year’s show is one of the best. Speaking to RTÉ’s Newsday, Tubridy admitted he’s never been this excited about the show before. He said; “This […]

    4 years ago

  • It’s a girl! Mollie King welcomes her first child

    It’s a girl! Mollie King welcomes her first child

    It’s a girl for Mollie King! Mollie King has become a mum for the first time. The singer gave birth to a healthy baby girl this month. Mollie and her partner Stuard Broad confirmed the news on Instagram by posting photos of them and their baby girl. In the snaps, the new mum is cuddling […]

    4 years ago

  • Paula MacSweeney praises healthcare workers after son is hospitalised with RSV

    Paula MacSweeney praises healthcare workers after son is hospitalised with RSV

    Paula MacSweeney has opened up about her baby boy’s recent hospitalisation. The mum’s son was admitted to Temple Street Hospital with RSV. Paula MacSweeney said it has been such a stressful and scary week for her family, but took the time to praise the healthcare workers who looked after her baby boy. The mum explained […]

    4 years ago

  • Late Late Toy Show will have live Irish Sign Language this year

    Late Late Toy Show will have live Irish Sign Language this year

    The Toy Show will be more inclusive this year. This year’s Late Late Toy Show will feature live ISL. Parents have praised the Toy Show for being more inclusive than ever this year. People from the Deaf and ISL community will be able to enjoy the show this year. There will be three interpreters working […]

    4 years ago

  • Brian Dowling: “Aoife never thought the baby was hers”

    Brian Dowling: “Aoife never thought the baby was hers”

    Brian Dowling said Aoife never thought the baby was hers. Brian Dowling’s sister Aoife was hit with waves of shame after deciding to be his surrogate. The presenter spoke out about his surrogacy journey in an interview with Kate Ferdinand. He explained that his sister was not the egg donor, but people slated them over […]

    4 years ago

  • I’m a Celeb fans furious over last night’s results

    I’m a Celeb fans furious over last night’s results

    I’m A Celeb won’t be the same without him. I’m A Celeb fans were less than impressed with last night’s eviction. Comedian and actor Babatúndé Aléshé was the fifth celebrity to be eliminated from the show. The comedian was in the bottom two with Seann Walsh. Fans were shocked to see Babatúndé in the bottom two […]

    4 years ago

  • 6-year-old boy found alive in earthquake rubble after two days

    6-year-old boy found alive in earthquake rubble after two days

    “It felt like a miracle” A 6-year-old boy has been found alive after he was trapped in earthquake rubble for two days. The boy became trapped after a 6.9 magnitude earthquake hit Indonesia on November 21st. The young child was trapped under rubble for two full days. He had no food or water but miraculously […]

    4 years ago

  • Watching Christmas movies is good for your health- here’s how

    Watching Christmas movies is good for your health- here’s how

    Watching a Christmas movie is actually good for you! The holidays are getting closer. If like us you’ve already been watching cozy Christmas movies on Netflix then we’ve got good news for you. According to science, watching Christmas films is actually good for your health. That’s right, tuning into Elf or sobbing over It’s a […]

    4 years ago

  • Two Call the Midwife characters will be leaving the show this year

    Two Call the Midwife characters will be leaving the show this year

    Say it ain’t so! Two of our favourite Call the Midwife characters will be leaving the show this Christmas. Fans of the beloved BBC show will be gutted to hear both Sister Hilda and Sister Frances are leaving the show. They are bidding farewell to Poplar in the Christmas special. According to reports, they will […]

    4 years ago

  • Kym Marsh forced to step down from Strictly Come Dancing this week

    Kym Marsh forced to step down from Strictly Come Dancing this week

    Corrie star Kym Marsh won’t be performing this weekend. Kym Marsh and Graziano Di Prima won’t be taking part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend. The couple has temporarily stepped away from the competition due to illness. Actress Kym Marsh has contracted Covid-19 and won’t be able to compete in the competition. The BBC stated; […]

    4 years ago

  • Warning issued to Irish parents after increase in RSV cases

    Warning issued to Irish parents after increase in RSV cases

    RSV cases are rising in Ireland. A warning has been issued to parents in Ireland following an increase in RSV cases. Cases are typically high at this time of year, but hospitalisations are also rising which is a concern. A source told The Irish Mirror; “RSV activity, including RSV hospitalisations, are very high in Ireland. […]

    4 years ago

  • Kim K could be granted full custody of her and Kanye’s children

    Kim K could be granted full custody of her and Kanye’s children

    Kim Kardashian has four children with the rapper. Kim Kardashian could get full custody of her four children. The businesswoman filed for divorce from her husband Kanye West in 2021. Following their divorce, the couple have been fighting for custody of their four children. It was previously reported that they would have 50/50 custody of […]

    4 years ago

  • Tom Parker’s wife Kelsey in early stages of new relationship

    Tom Parker’s wife Kelsey in early stages of new relationship

    So happy for her. Tom Parker’s wife Kelsey is reportedly in the early stages of a new relationship. The mum-of-two has been seeing an electrician that she met on holiday. She met Sean Boggans during a holiday to Lindos, Rhodes with her friends in September. Boggans is also a parent and has two children from […]

    4 years ago

  • Ryan Tubridy hints at this year’s Toy Show theme

    Ryan Tubridy hints at this year’s Toy Show theme

    The Late Late Toy Show takes place on Friday, November 25th this year. Ryan Tubridy has hinted at this year’s Toy Show theme ahead of Friday’s special show. The broadcaster said this year’s show will be a little different because they want to focus more on the true meaning of the Toy Show. He told […]

    4 years ago

  • Disney’s Beauty and the Beast opens in the Bord Gáis this month

    Disney’s Beauty and the Beast opens in the Bord Gáis this month

    Tickets to Beauty and the Beast would make the perfect Christmas present. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is coming to Dublin’s Bord Gáis Energy Theatre this month. The enchanting show is a must-see for fans of the Disney classic. The beloved fairytale will be brought to life at the Dublin theatre on November 24th. The […]

    4 years ago

  • Teenage girl in critical condition following Kilkenny carjacking

    Teenage girl in critical condition following Kilkenny carjacking

    She will need further surgery this week. A teenage girl has been hospitalised with serious injuries following a carjacking in Kilkenny. It is believed the teenager, who has special needs, is in a critical condition at a Dublin hospital The 16-year-old girl was alone in the car when it was stolen on Friday, November 18th. […]

    4 years ago

  • Doctor issues warning to parents after rise in bronchiolitis cases

    Doctor issues warning to parents after rise in bronchiolitis cases

    Bronchiolitis cases are rising. Bronchiolitis cases are rising rapidly in Ireland. The chest infection is incredibly common in babies and young children during this time of the year, but one Irish doctor says the illness is “back with a bang”. Dr. Niamh Lynch said bronchiolitis affects children under 2 mostly. She tweeted; “Bronchiolitis rarely gets […]

    4 years ago

  • School called out over shocking and outdated uniform rules

    School called out over shocking and outdated uniform rules

    This is a little extreme. A mum has slated her daughter’s school over their “outdated” uniform policy. Many schools have extremely strict school uniform policies, but this mum has publicly called out the school for focusing more on what pupils wear rather than their education. She said her daughter has to wear her skirt/pinafore at […]

    4 years ago

  • New mum Rebel Wilson slated for going on night out

    New mum Rebel Wilson slated for going on night out

    The actress welcomed a baby girl in November. New mum Rebel Wilson has been slated for going on a night out shortly after her daughter was born. The Pitch Perfect actress recently went out with friends including Paris Hilton The event took place just five days after Wilson’s daughter was born. Mums called her out […]

    4 years ago

  • Corrie star Julia Goulding welcomes a baby girl

    Corrie star Julia Goulding welcomes a baby girl

    Julia Goulding is officially a mum-of-two. Coronation Street star Julia Goulding has welcomed her second child. The actress gave birth to a healthy baby girl on Saturday, November 12th. Julia posted a photo, taken shortly before she left the hospital with her newborn, to confirm the news. However, the new mum covered her baby girl’s […]

    4 years ago

  • Ireland set to be as cold as Iceland this winter

    Ireland set to be as cold as Iceland this winter

    Dreaming of a white Christmas? Temperatures are set to fall dramatically in Ireland soon. Prepare to listen to your mam roar about the ‘heat getting out’ when you leave the door open for ten seconds. Met Éireann is predicting a pretty chilly winter in Ireland and we’re already shivering just thinking about it. Temperatures are […]

    4 years ago

  • The Dublin Santa experience you can’t miss this year

    The Dublin Santa experience you can’t miss this year

    Christmas will be here before we know it. The kids have been asking when they’re going to visit Santa since November 1st but so many experiences are selling out so quickly. Luckily, The Square Tallaght has announced a Christmas experience like no other. Santa Claus is back with a bang this Christmas at The Square […]

    4 years ago

  • Ronaldo reveals his children used to ask him where their late baby brother was

    Ronaldo reveals his children used to ask him where their late baby brother was

    Ronaldo and his partner Georgina lost their baby boy in April. Cristiano Ronaldo has opened up about the heartbreaking loss of his baby boy. The footballer and his finacée Georgina Rodriquez were expecting twins but sadly lost their son when Rodriquez went into labour in April. Their baby girl Bella survived, but their son Angel […]

    4 years ago

  • Emmett J. Scanlan and Claire Cooper welcome a daughter

    Emmett J. Scanlan and Claire Cooper welcome a daughter

    Emmett J. Scanlan shared a photo of their newborn. Irish actor Emmett J. Scanlan and his wife Claire Cooper have welcomed a baby girl. The Kin actor confirmed the news by posting a photo of him holding his newborn’s hand on Instagram. The doting parents welcomed a baby girl into their family earlier this month. […]

    4 years ago

  • The life lesson Vicky Phelan taught me that I’ll cherish forever

    The life lesson Vicky Phelan taught me that I’ll cherish forever

    Ireland owes Vicky Phelan so much. This country feels incomplete following the loss of Vicky Phelan. The cervical cancer campaigner gave so much to this country, to the women of Ireland, and to women’s healthcare. She used her short life to fight, raise awareness, and make Ireland a better country. She inspired and influenced so […]

    4 years ago

  • Disney’s Winnie the Pooh is coming to the Bord Gáis Theatre

    Disney’s Winnie the Pooh is coming to the Bord Gáis Theatre

    This is going to be wonderful. Disney’s Winnie the Pooh the Musical will make its Irish stage debut next summer. The charming show will debut at the beautiful Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. Winnie the Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Kanga, Owl, Roo (and Tigger too!) are bringing The Hundred Acre Wood to Dublin from 28 – 30th […]

    4 years ago

  • Jonnie Irwin explains why he won’t tell his kids about terminal cancer diagnosis

    Jonnie Irwin explains why he won’t tell his kids about terminal cancer diagnosis

    Jonnie Irwin was given just 6 months to live. A Place In The Sun presenter Jonnie Irwin has not told his children about his cancer diagnosis. Irwin is a father to three sons. Earlier this week, Irwin confirmed he was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. The cancer has spread to his brain, the presenter confirmed […]

    4 years ago

  • This €32.99 doll is set to become the most popular toy for Christmas 2022

    This €32.99 doll is set to become the most popular toy for Christmas 2022

    This Barbie doll is selling out swiftly. Christmas is just around the corner and I’ve got the longest shopping list to wade through. If your kids have asked for a ‘surprise’ from Santa and you’re feeling a little lost over what to buy then fear not. One of the most popular toys for Christmas 2022 […]

    4 years ago

  • People who put their Christmas decor up earlier are happier, science claims

    People who put their Christmas decor up earlier are happier, science claims

    Have we had the Christmas tree up since last week? Maybe… The Grinch-like members of society may roll their eyes at people who decorate early, but it is scientifically good for you. Some of my neighbours have started decorating for Christmas and it looks like they have the right idea. Scientists have confirmed that putting […]

    4 years ago

  • Warning to Irish parents following chickenpox outbreak

    Warning to Irish parents following chickenpox outbreak

    Chickenpox is highly contagious. A warning has been issued to parents in Ireland following a chickenpox outbreak. Cases are higher than usual this year, according to one expert. Speaking to The Irish Sun, Public Health Director Andy Kingdom said it is spreading rapidly this year; “We’re seeing that with chickenpox for instance, because children were […]

    4 years ago

  • “The look I got off this woman”: Vogue Williams speaks out about being slut-shamed

    “The look I got off this woman”: Vogue Williams speaks out about being slut-shamed

    “The look I got off this woman” Vogue Williams has spoken out about being slut-shamed during a recent holiday. The mum explained that during a recent trip to St. Barts a woman slated her for wearing a bikini. Vogue Williams told podcast co-presenter, Joanne McNally, that she was slut-shamed in the supermarket. Vogue said she […]

    4 years ago

  • Expecting in December? These are the top Christmas-inspired baby names

    Expecting in December? These are the top Christmas-inspired baby names

    Charming names for your December tot Are you due this December? Christmas baby names are some of our all-time favourites. They’re absolutely adorable and the list of options is never-ending. For those of you expecting a girl or boy this Christmas, check out the top December baby names below – you’re going to adore them. Classic […]

    4 years ago

  • Teenage girl tragically killed in Letterkenny car accident

    Teenage girl tragically killed in Letterkenny car accident

    The teenage girl was pronounced dead at the scene. A teenage girl has tragically died in a car accident in Letterkenny, Donegal. Two men were also seriously injured in the two-vehicle collision. The incident occurred just before midnight on November 9th. Two cars collided on Ramelton Road in Letterkenny at around 11.55 pm. A teenage […]

    4 years ago

  • Nick Cannon set to become a father for the 12th time

    Nick Cannon set to become a father for the 12th time

    Nick Cannon is going to become a dad…again. Nick Cannon is set to become a dad for the 12th time. The presenter is expecting another child with Abby De La Rosa. Abby confirmed she was pregnant in June, but didn’t reveal who the father was until now. She shared a meme on her Instagram story […]

    4 years ago

  • Got a budding writer at home? This short story competition is perfect for them

    Got a budding writer at home? This short story competition is perfect for them

    Have you got a mini bookworm at home who is always coming up with stories? You could have a future best-selling author under your roof and you just don’t know it. Writer and musician Niall Breslin (Bressie) is calling on budding authors to sharpen their pencils and get scribbling. He has teamed up with Specsavers […]

    4 years ago

  • Pamela Joyce reveals she’s suffered from depression and anxiety for years

    Pamela Joyce reveals she’s suffered from depression and anxiety for years

    “I’m going to have highs and I’m going to have lows.” Pamela Joyce has been praised for opening up about her experience with depression. The radio presenter courageously spoke about dealing with mental illness on Doireann Garrihy’s Laughs of your Life podcast. Pamela explained that she has suffered from bouts of depression since she was […]

    4 years ago

  • Rebel Wilson opens up about why she called her baby girl Royce

    Rebel Wilson opens up about why she called her baby girl Royce

    Rebel Wilson’s daughter was born this past week. Actress Rebel Wilson has opened up about the meaning behind her baby girl’s name. The Pitch Perfect star became a mum for the first time this month. Rebel’s daughter was born this past week via surrogacy. The doting mum posted an adorable photo of her daughter on […]

    4 years ago

  • Roisin Meaney on why Irish women love her characters so much

    Roisin Meaney on why Irish women love her characters so much

    “People connect to my characters because they’re normal people. I’m not writing about someone who is perfect.” Books have been a massive comfort to many of us during both the highs and lows of life. From breakups, stressful days at work, and most recently, the pandemic, opening a book and stepping away from the world […]

    4 years ago

  • Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk are back together

    Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk are back together

    Bradley Cooper is officially off the market. Bradley Cooper and Irina Shayk are reportedly back together. The Oscar nominee and model split back in 2019, but are giving their relationship another chance. The Daily Mail published photos of the pair walking together in New York. They were spotted walking their dogs together in the city […]

    4 years ago

  • Major increase in school avoidance since lockdowns

    Major increase in school avoidance since lockdowns

    Schools have noticed an increase in pupils struggling with ‘school phobia’ There are major concerns about increases in school avoidance in Ireland. Following the Covid-19 pandemic, more pupils are suffering from mental health issues, including ‘school phobia’. Others are dealing with both depression and anxiety. But what are the signs of school avoidance? Avoidance of […]

    4 years ago