A dad has come under fire after admitting he wants to be paid to ‘babysit’ his daughter. The dad explained that his wife and his neighbour, who is a single dad, love watching horror films together. He hates them and finds them incredibly triggering so avoids cinema trips. He explained that he prefers to stay […]

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Baby Mia died in June 2021. The family of baby Mia O’Connell has spoken out about their heartache at an inquest into the three-month-old baby’s death. Baby Mia was killed by her family’s dog in June 2021. The tragic incident, which occurred at their Waterford home, claimed the life of the baby girl. The family’s […]

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The cutest name! Chrissy Teigen gave birth to a beautiful baby girl last week and the mum has now revealed her name. Alongside a photo of her son Miles, daughter Luna and her newborn baby, the model wrote; “She’s here! Esti Maxine Stephens – the house is bustling and our family could not be happier.” […]

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Send a Barróg to someone special. Toy Show star Adam King has teamed up with The Ronald McDonald House for National Hugging Day 2023. They’re calling on the public to give a hug that gives back this January. The public has been asked to send Barróg, the Irish for a  hug, to someone special in […]

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Dublin Fire Brigade responded to the house fire in Tallaght. Six people have been rescued from a house fire in Dublin. The fire broke out at a property in Tallaght on Wednesday, January 19th. Emergency services rushed to the scene shortly after 3 am. They arrived on the scene in Glenshane, Jobstown in the early […]

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“The most wonderful journey” Marian Keyes is celebrating 29 years of sobriety. The Irish author shared the news with her Twitter followers. She said it has been a difficult process, but it has been a “wonderful journey”. Keyes said, “Hello! Today I’m TWENTY-NINE YEARS SOBER.” “Back in January 1994, I thought my life was over. […]

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SCID can be fatal in babies. Earlier this week, it was announced that babies in Ireland will be screened for SCID. Severe Combined Immunodeficiency is a fatal condition if not treated in time. The HSE recommended including the screening when babies are within 3 to 5 days old. SCID is an inherited condition that causes […]

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“My Dad just asked me to thank everyone for their support” Christy Dignam’s family has shared an update with the public. The singer has thanked the public for their support. Earlier this week, Christy’s family confirmed he was receiving palliative care. The musician’s daughter Kiera shared a new update on behalf of her father. She […]

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SCID is a fatal condition if not treated. There have been calls to screen babies for the rare disease severe combined immunodeficiency. The condition is rare but screening for it would help reduce mortality rates. Early detection, as well as quick treatment, can help lower mortality rates. The heel prick test currently includes nine conditions, […]

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It’s a boy for Ailbhe Garrihy. Ailbhe Garrihy has welcomed her second child. The mum gave birth to her baby boy at The Rotunda Hospital in Dublin. She confirmed that her son was born on January 16th. Alongside a beautiful black and white photo of her son, Ailbhe Garrihy confirmed the news. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnjja2RMifX/ She decided […]

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“I can offer him wisdom” 73-year-old David Foster has opened up about being a father to a toddler. Foster came under immense backlash after it was revealed that he would become a dad in his 70s. However, the actor has addressed the controversy. He stressed that he may not be around for a lot of […]

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Poor Doireann. Doireann Garrihy lost her beloved grandmother just days after her Dancing with the Stars debut. The presenter confirmed the heartbreaking news on Instagram. Doireann’s grandmother Margaret Droney passed away peacefully last week in Co.Clare. The radio host told her followers that her funeral took place on Friday, January 13th. Her funeral took place […]

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School closures due to snow and ice warnings. More schools are expected to close today as the cold snap continues. Schools in multiple counties have closed due to snow and ice warnings. Schools in Cork and Donegal were closed yesterday due to severe snowfall and dangerous road conditions. Snow showers are expected in parts of […]

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Free GP care is currently not available in Ireland. Free GP care for all of Ireland would cost between €381m and €881m. The figures were confirmed in a study published by the ERSI. The ERSI believes free GP care could be introduced in Ireland by 2026. There have been calls to extend free GP care […]

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It’s a girl for Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton. Stacey Dooley and Kevin Clifton have welcomed their first child together. The couple, who met during Strictly Come Dancing in 2018, confirmed the news on Instagram. Stacey gave birth to a healthy baby girl. The couple confirmed their daughter is called Minnie. The name Minnie means […]

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“Me and Joe may have shed a tear” Stacey Solomon marked quite a milestone with her son Rex after he got his first ‘big boy’ haircut. Her son got his long blonde hair chopped off during his first trip to the barbers. The mum shared a series of photos of her little boy and he […]

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Temperatures fell as low as -7. Multiple schools in Donegal have closed because of heavy snowfall. Low temperatures and snowfall have caused disruption in Donegal leading to school closures. Many schools decided to close because of the hazardous conditions on the roads. According to The Irish Sun, schools in Letterkenny and Milford were mostly affected […]

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*Warning* This article mentions miscarriage and baby loss. An NHS nurse suffered a miscarriage after she was left waiting in A&E for over five hours. The woman rushed to A&E after she experienced heavy bleeding, as well as severe pain one night. She attended a hospital in the North East of England, where she also […]

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“Being cared for lovingly by family” Aslan’s Christy Dignam is receiving palliative care, his family has announced. Christy has been suffering from the rare disease amyloidosis since March 2013. The Dubliner continued touring and recording music following his diagnosis. He also underwent chemotherapy for the condition but is now receiving palliative care. In a statement, […]

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*Warning* This article mentions miscarriage and baby loss Prince Harry has opened up about the devastating miscarriage Meghan Markle suffered in July 2020. Meghan first confirmed the harrowing loss in a piece for the New York Times. Harry has now spoken about the loss in his memoir Spare. He wrote, “The doctor walked into the […]

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“I could be on the streets” Stacey Solomon has opened up about the fear of ending up on the streets. The mum explained that her father grew up with very little so she knows how quickly things can change. She admitted that she never takes anything for granted because of her past. She told The […]

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Chrissy Teigen and John Legend have announced the arrival of their baby. The singer confirmed the joyous news during a private concert on Friday night. He revealed that Chrissy Teigen gave birth to their newborn on Friday, January 13th. According to People, he told concert-goers that their baby was born in the morning. Hours after […]

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They were together for 22 years. Noel Gallagher and his wife Sara MacDonald are divorcing after 22 years together. The musician has reportedly moved out of their Hampshire home following their separation. Noel and Sara are trying to remain civil for the sake of their children, a source told The Sun. The couple shares two […]

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A woman in her 40s was found unresponsive in Dublin 15 this morning. Gardaí in Dublin have launched an investigation following the discovery of a woman’s body in Dublin 15. The woman, aged in her 40s, was found dead at a property in Royal Canal Park, Ashtown. No arrests have been made at this time, […]

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Prince William and the Princess of Wales have made their first public appearance since the publication of Harry’s memoir. The royals visited Royal Liverpool Hospital to thank NHS workers for all they’ve done and continue to do since the Covid-19 pandemic. William and Kate greeted staff at the hospital on Thursday, January 12th. The royal […]

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Kathryn Thomas has opened up about how she stopped running alone following the murder of Ashling Murphy. The beloved teacher was killed in broad daylight in Tullamore on January 12th, 2022. Speaking about Ashling’s untimely death, Kathryn Thomas said it was so shocking because she was killed “in broad daylight”. She told Newstalk; “The thing […]

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Officials in Florida have praised the parents of a newborn baby that was found in a baby surrender box. Earlier this month, officials in Ocala found a baby in the state’s only Safe Haven Baby Box. Fire Chief Clint Welborn revealed the baby was surrendered on January 5th. Officials praised the child’s parents for using […]

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Two incredible people. Two Gardaí in Meath have been hailed heroes after they saved a baby’s life. Garda Edel Dugdale and Garda Grace Murray were on-duty when a distressed mother arrived at Trim Garda Station. She was holding her three-month-old baby in her arms, but she was unresponsive. Garda Dugdale and Garda Murray quickly performed […]

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Brian Dowling said the trolling has gone too far. Brian Dowling has spoken out about the bullying he has faced since welcoming his daughter Blake. The dad revealed he has been receiving “absolutely outrageous” messages from trolls since Blake was born. Brian said he expects negative comments because of his job, but the level of […]

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Dr. Jill Biden is in good spirits. Dr. Jill Biden has had cancerous lesions removed from her face and chest. The White House physician confirmed the first lady underwent surgery on January 11th. The surgery took place at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The 71-year-old underwent Mohs surgery to remove and examine the […]

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Heartbreaking news. Dancer Michael Flatley has been diagnosed with cancer. The 64-year-old’s family shared the news in a heartbreaking statement. They confirmed that Flatley had been diagnosed with “an aggressive form of cancer”. Michael’s family revealed he has had surgery since his diagnosis. They praised the dancer’s doctors for taking such good care of him. […]

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Fancy some free Lindt chocolate? Next Monday, January 16th is Blue Monday, allegedly the most depressing day of the year, but Lindt has come to the rescue. Researchers have said that the third week in January is when we are at our lowest – it’s still freezing cold, the days are still darker, we’re broke […]

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“This is about pushing yourself out of your comfort zone” Dancing with the Stars returned to our screens last weekend and make-up mogul Suzanne Jackson is already one of the favourites to win. Suzanne scored an impressive 23 points for her Samba last weekend. The businesswoman impressed both the judges and viewers during last Sunday’s […]

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Alejandro Mizsan is finally home. 9-year-old Alejandro Mizsan has returned home from hospital after being attacked by a pitbull seven weeks ago. The young boy suffered life-changing injuries, but his family said they’re overjoyed to have him home. Speaking to The Irish Mirror, Alejandro’s family said the “nightmare is over”. They said they have dreamed […]

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Pharmacies are struggling to meet demand. The current spike in Covid, flu and RSV cases has not only had an impact on Ireland’s hospitals but has also left pharmacies without essential stock. Parents are struggling to find the medicine to ease their children’s symptoms because of the spike in cases. Many of us rely on […]

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A concerning number of RSV cases have been detected in the Mid-West. There has been a major rise in the number of children from Tipperary, Clare, and Limerick with RSV. Health officials have expressed major concerns about the spike due to the ongoing crisis in Ireland’s healthcare system. Hospitals are already suffering from overcrowding after […]

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“Dreams come true” Criminal Minds actor Shemar Moore is set to become a dad for the first time. The 52-year-old actor confirmed his first child is due on February 8th. Speaking on The Jennifer Hudson Show, the actor revealed the news. He said: “I’m Shemar Moore, 52 and a half years old. My mother is […]

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Prince Harry said he found Meghan sobbing on the floor after the argument. Prince Harry’s memoir Spare was published today and the 38-year-old certainly didn’t hold back. Detailing everything from the fallout between him and his brother Prince William, his relationship with the British press, and the loss of his mother, Harry writes about all […]

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*Update* Martha Alite has been found safe. Gardaí in Dublin are calling on the public to help find a missing 7-year-old girl. Martha Alite was reported missing on Monday, 9th January 2023 at 6 p.m. She is described as being 4′ 9″ in height with a slim build. She also has long blond hair and […]

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Molly Mae’s due date is just around the corner. Molly Mae has been called out for dyeing her hair during pregnancy. The mum-to-be is due to give birth at the end of the month but decided to get her hair done before her due date. Molly Mae posted a photo of her new hair on […]

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Last night’s episode of Call the Midwife was one of the show’s strongest episodes of all time. Call the Midwife fans were heartbroken as they watched Lucille continue to suffer with her mental health. The nurse, who recently suffered a miscarriage, considered taking her own life in last night’s harrowing episode. Luckily, Lucille found the […]

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“We were upset about it” *Content warning for pregnancy loss* 2FM’s Carl Mullan and his wife Aisling recently suffered a pregnancy loss. The radio presenter opened up about the heartbreaking loss in an interview with The Sunday Times. Carl, who is currently competing in Dancing with the Stars, said they were delighted when they found […]

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Bonnie Ryan said it is nobody’s business. Bonnie Ryan has begged her followers to stop asking her if she’s pregnant. The make-up artist said she is so tired of the dated question. Bonnie told her Instagram followers that it is never okay to ask someone that question. Many women simply don’t want to have children […]

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Harrowing news. A woman has sadly passed away while swimming off the coast of Killiney beach. The woman was aged in her 60s. Her body was found at around 11 am on Thursday, January 5th. The woman’s family reported her missing on Tuesday night. A two-day search operation was then carried out, but sadly the […]

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Jessie J revealed she was pregnant over the weekend. *Content warning for pregnancy loss* Jessie J has called out her followers for leaving inappropriate comments on her pregnancy announcement video. The mum-to-be confirmed she was pregnant on Friday, January 6th. The Domino singer took to her Instagram to call out the remarks. The singer wrote; […]

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“Bruna was like a sunny day” Hundreds of mourners gathered to pay tribute to the late Bruna Fonseca in Cork yesterday. Friends of the 28-year-old remembered her as a loving person with one describing her as sunshine. A vigil took place at The Lough in Cork on Sunday, January 8th. Mourners lit candles and wore […]

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Melanie Murphy has welcomed a little girl! Irish YouTuber Melanie Murphy has welcomed her second child. The mum-of-two confirmed the special news on Instagram. Melanie confirmed she gave birth to a healthy baby girl, but won’t be revealing her daughter’s name. The Internet star is also a mum to a son but has never shared […]

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The mobile was wrapped tightly around her baby’s finger. A mum has issued a warning after her baby girl’s hand got caught in her mobile. Her baby was falling asleep when the incident happened. She opened up about the terrifying ordeal on Facebook in a bid to raise awareness. She explained to other mums that […]

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Meghan Markle wanted clarity and guidance. Meghan Markle visited Princess Diana’s grave to seek guidance, Prince Harry has revealed. The prince’s memoir Spare is set for release on January 10th, but snippets of the book have been released ahead of its publication date. In an excerpt from his memoir, Prince Harry revealed Meghan visited Diana’s […]

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It’s happening! Fans of Wednesday will be thrilled to hear the show is returning for a second season. Netflix confirmed the record-breaking smash hit will return for a second season, only on Netflix. In an exclusive interview with Tudum.com Creators/Showrunners/Executive Producers Alfred Gough and Miles Millar said: “It’s been incredible to create a show that […]

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