Ireland’s healthcare system has been buckling under pressure for too long. There has been uproar in Ireland following the passing of 10-year-old Vivienne Murphy. Vivienne passed away after contracting Strep A in 2019, but her parents have recently spoken out about her untimely death in a bid to raise awareness about Strep A, as well […]

3 years ago

Helen Skelton will reportedly take over hosting Strictly’s It Takes Two. The news comes after Rylan Clark stepped down from hosting the show after four years. He confirmed the news last week. “After four fantastic years it’s time for me to hang up my glittery jacket and say goodbye to It Takes Two. “I’ve had […]

3 years ago

Public in-patient hospital fees have been scrapped. Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly confirmed the fees will be scrapped from today, April 17th. The Health Amendment Act 2023 removes the in-patient €80 charge, up to a maximum of €800 in a year. The fees have been abolished in all public hospitals. Minister Donnelly stated: “I am […]

3 years ago

Aslan frontman Christy Dignam has given his final interview. Dignam entered palliative care in December 2022 after being diagnosed with myeloma in 2013. The singer spoke to Ryan Tubridy on RTÉ Radio 1 this morning about the highs and lows of his life. He told Tubridy that he asked for 10 more years when he […]

3 years ago

“We have news! Our surrogate is pregnant” Georgie Crawford is going to become a mum again. The influencer has announced that her surrogate is pregnant in a moving Instagram post. The mum-to-be said the news is finally starting to feel real. “I think it’s finally starting to sink in…our surrogate mother is pregnant!! “After what […]

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Heartbreaking news. Operation Transformation star Mary Diamond has sadly passed away at the age of 57. The heartbreaking news was confirmed on Operation Transformation’s Instagram. Alongside a photo from Mary’s time on the show in 2018, the team paid tribute to her. “We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends […]

3 years ago

Trying to get your child to stop using their dodie is not easy. However, one mum’s method has come under fire. She managed to get her young daughter to stop using it, but many parents felt her approach was “mean”. In a TikTok video, mum Brittany revealed she breaks her daughter’s soother in a bid […]

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Harrowing news. The Script has announced the death of their bandmate Mark Sheehan. Mark tragically passed away at the age of 46 after a short illness. Alongside a photo of the musician, The Script confirmed the heartbreaking news. They confirmed that Mark passed away today, April 14th. View this post on Instagram A […]

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Taken too soon. Galway teenager Kirsty Bohan has been laid to rest after she died in the tragic Headford car crash. The teenager was one of two killed in the devastating accident on Monday, April 10th. Kirsty’s loved ones gathered at the Church of St Patrick and Cuana Corner Chapel. Kirsty was remembered as a […]

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Muireann O’Connell has revealed trolls targeted her shortly after her father’s death. The presenter was devastated when her father died but then had to deal with online abuse as she grieved the loss of her beloved dad. The Ireland AM host spoke out about the hurt she faced shortly after losing her dad. She said […]

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The bath toy may put children at risk of suffocation. An urgent recall has been issued for a popular bath toy. The Luclay bathtub toy has been recalled because of suffocation risks. Parents should take the bathtub toy away from children immediately. The CCPC issued the warning after discovering a fault with the toy. “The […]

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Britney Spears has penned her tell-all memoir and we cannot wait to read it. Prince Harry’s memoir Spare may have put us off reading any celebrity memoirs but that has all changed. Singer Britney Spears has finally finished writing her memoir and it is set to “shake the world”. The Toxic singer worked with ghostwriter […]

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Ryan Tubridy shares a special bond with the Toy Show star. There have been waves of support for Toy Show star Saoirse Ruane since doctors found another tumour at the start of the month. The Galway girl stole the public’s hearts when she first appeared on the Toy Show in 2020. Since her appearance, Saoirse’s […]

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The Rotunda recorded 8 cases in 2022. The Rotunda has recorded an outbreak of antibiotic-resistant infection Staphylococcus capitis. According to The Irish Examiner, eight babies contracted the infection at the Dublin hospital. All eight babies were put in isolation and cared for in the neonatal ICU in 2022. Babies were treated with “adequate spectrum of […]

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He has not been seen since Wednesday. Drake and Josh star actor Drake Bell has been reported missing. Police are concerned for the former Nickelodeon star’s well-being. He was last seen on Wednesday, April 12th at around 9 pm. Daytona Beach Police Department issued a statement this afternoon: “Officers are looking for Jared Bell, DOB […]

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Vogue Williams has opened up about having a fourth child. The mum-of-three has previously spoken out about expanding her family but said she doesn’t plan on getting pregnant anytime soon. She told The Irish Mirror that she likely won’t have another child for quite a while. “Definitely not thinking about baby number four. I understand […]

3 years ago

Campaigners are calling for better maternity care in Ireland. Campaigners are urging the Minister for Health, Stephen Donnelly to lift remaining maternity restrictions. The #BetterMaternityCare campaigners issued a statement about the restrictions that are causing extreme distress. Despite Minister Donnelly’s claims, restrictions still remain in place in multiple hospitals. Campaigners stated: “Minister Stephen Donnelly had […]

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Julie Wendell has apologised to Kate and Gerry McCann after claiming to be their missing daughter. Earlier this year, the 21-year-old went viral after telling her followers she was the missing British girl. However, DNA tests have since proven Julie Wendell was lying. Results proved that the young woman is 100% from Poland. Following the […]

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She is starting to feel like her old self. Molly Mae has shared an update after struggling with the first few months of motherhood. The reality star was previously praised for being so honest about how hard becoming a mum was for her. In an emotional YouTube video, Molly admitted nothing could’ve prepared her for […]

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A harrowing loss. The first victim of the Headford road accident will be laid to rest on Friday. Tributes have been pouring in following the untimely deaths of Lucas Joyce (14) and Kirsty Bohan (14). Kirsty Bohan will be laid to rest on Friday, April 14th. Her heartbroken parents confirmed their daughter’s funeral service will […]

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Saoirse Ruane’s mum has issued an update after her daughter’s doctors found another tumour. At the beginning of the week, Saoirse Ruane’s mum Roseanna confirmed doctors found a recurrent tumour after Saoirse’s review. Saoirse Ruane and her family attended hospital yesterday for another scan. Saoirse’s mum wrote on Instagram, “A different hospital. A different territory. […]

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Those eligible will receive an additional €100 per child The Department of Social Protection has revealed when parents will receive their €100 Child Benefit bonus. The government confirmed that an additional €100 will be paid to help parents and guardians cope with the cost of living crisis. Recipients can expect the payment at the beginning […]

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Dublin Zoo will remain closed until Friday due to President Joe Biden’s visit. If you were planning on visiting the zoo during the last week of midterm then you may want to rearrange your plans. Dublin Zoo confirmed it will be closed from 5 pm on Wednesday, April 12th. It will then remain closed until […]

3 years ago

Stacey Solomon said she worries so much about what she shares. Seeing celebrities jet off on luxurious holidays can be brutal for parents dealing with the cost of living crisis. Many of us can only dream about heading off on a holiday this year as we struggle to make ends meet. Stacey Solomon recently admitted […]

3 years ago

Huge congratulations are in order for Millie Bobby Brown. Stranger Things actress Millie Bobby Brown is engaged. The 19-year-old confirmed the news by sharing a photo of the moment her boyfriend popped the question. She confirmed the news by posting a beautiful black and white photo of her and Jake Bongiovi. She captioned the image […]

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“We have lost someone so incredibly special to us all.” S Club 7’s Jo O’Meara has paid tribute to her late bandmate and friend, Paul Cattermole. The 46-year-old singer was found dead at his home in Dorset on Thursday, April 6th. Never Had A Dream Come True singer Jo penned a moving tribute to Paul […]

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Two teenagers died following the Galway accident. The victims of a single-vehicle collision in Galway have been named locally. The deceased have been named as Lucas Joyce (14) and Kirsty Bohan (14). A single-vehicle collision occurred at 5.45 am on Monday, April 10th in Headford, Galway. Gardaí confirmed that there were four teenagers in the […]

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The family of Saoirse Ruane has shared a heartbreaking update. During Saoirse Ruane’s recent routine review, doctors discovered a recurrent tumour. Her heartbroken mother shared the devastating update on Instagram over the Easter weekend. She said they’ve hit “another bump in the road”. “Last Wednesday 5th April we attended Crumlin for Saoírse’s routine review. It’s […]

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Amy Childs has given birth to twins. The mum has welcomed a healthy baby boy and baby girl, according to The Sun UK. A source told the publication that the mum is overjoyed following the safe arrival of her twins. “Amy’s welcomed boy and girl twin babies. She’s overjoyed, but exhausted after a long labour,” […]

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An incredibly brave girl. Over €190,000 has been raised for an incredible Dublin girl who suffered a life-altering event when all four of her limbs were amputated. 12-year-old Sophie Lanigan has been praised by both her loved ones and the public for being so brave during such a harrowing time. Sophie needed a quadruple amputation […]

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Smyths is celebrating the Easter weekend by giving away free toys. The Irish retailer is hosting an Easter party on Saturday, April 8th. The toy store will be giving away free LEGO and Disney Mini Brands, while stocks last, of course. You could also be in with the chance of winning a trampoline. It’s an […]

3 years ago

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar claims he didn’t know 7,000 households faced eviction after the government lifted the eviction ban. He said it wouldn’t have made a difference if ministers were aware of the figures. Varadkar stressed that the ban still would’ve been lifted, despite thousands of people now facing homelessness in Ireland. Cabinet agreed to lift […]

3 years ago

Shaughna Phillips is officially a mum! Reality star Shaughna Phillips gave birth to a beautiful baby girl on the 4th of April. Shaughna announced her special news in an Instagram post this afternoon. Shaughna gave birth to a healthy daughter, weighing 8lb 8oz. The new mum confirmed she gave birth to her first child at […]

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Hugh Jackman has shared an update following a skin cancer scare. Jackman had basal-cell carcinoma removed from his nose in both 2013 and 2014. The Greatest Showman star urged his followers to wear sunscreen after the new scare this week. The actor underwent two biopsies earlier this week after his doctor noticed “little things that […]

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“Our best adventure yet” First Dates star Laura Tott is pregnant with her first child. Laura worked as a waitress on the popular series but had to leave the show when it relocated from London to Manchester. She still works on First Dates Hotel, the international spin-off. 28-year-old Laura now works as a paramedic, but […]

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Is this Ireland’s answer to the famous Dragonfly Inn? We’ve always wanted to stay at Lorelai and Sookie’s inn The Dragonfly from Gilmore Girls. It is full of small-town charm, but sadly Stars Hollow isn’t real. However, we may have found Ireland’s answer to it. We recently visited the Avalon House Hotel in Kilkenny and […]

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4-year-old Fiadh O’Connor has sadly passed away. The young girl’s parents announced the harrowing news this afternoon. Fiadh’s parents Rory and Laura paid tribute to their little girl, who had terminal cancer, in a moving post on Facebook. Her family recently appealed to the public to help them secure palliative care so Fiadh could die […]

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Parents have been concerned about the rising cases. The HSE has issued an update to parents as they grow concerned about rising Strep A cases. Parents have been told to look out for the symptoms of the illness, but how do children contract it? The HSE has shared more information on Strep A in a […]

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Social welfare dates will change this week due to the Easter weekend. A warning has been issued to the public ahead of the Easter holidays. The long weekend is just around the corner and as excited as people may be about it, the public has been advised to note changes to their social welfare payments. […]

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Cleo Smith was abducted in 2021. The man who kidnapped 4-year-old Cleo Smith has been jailed for 13 years and six months. The Australian girl was held captive by Terence Kelly for 18 days in 2021. Cleo was camping with her family shortly before Kelly abducted her. He kidnapped the young girl while her family […]

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DNA test results have proven Julia Wendell is not Madeleine McCann. Julia Wendell now plans to return home to her father after the tests confirmed her claims were false. Earlier this month, Julia’s parents said her claims were a “cruel hoax”. Her family told the Polish charity ‘Missing Years Ago’ that their daughter suffers from […]

3 years ago

Roz Purcell has opened up about her alopecia journey. Roz went to see Dr. Caitriona Ryan about a bald patch she has on the top of her head. Roz praised the doctor after having an extremely positive appointment with her. The influencer explained that you need a GP referral to see Dr. Ryan, but it […]

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It may be one of the most iconic sitcoms of all time, but has Friends aged well? Many viewers believe the comedy is incredibly offensive, but Jennifer Aniston has spoken out in defense of the show that made her a household name. The actress said things were different when the show first aired in 1994. […]

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Conor McGregor has hired security to protect his children. Conor McGregor explained that his children have been attending school in America, but he wanted to ensure they were protected. The dad-of-three said he hired an armed guard to be present at his children’s school. He tweeted, “Just got an ‘Amber alert’ to my phone while […]

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A pregnant woman has responded to backlash after she was spotted vaping during her pregnancy. The TikTok star was slated after she shared footage of her dancing at a festival with a vape in her hand. One user asked why she was vaping. “This is another thing that really annoys me,” the mum-to-be said. “I […]

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Paul O’Grady’s husband has shared the final photo they took together. The comedian’s husband Andre confirmed the comedian died unexpectedly on Tuesday evening. Andre is heartbroken following Paul’s untimely death. Alongside a photo from their last holiday together, Andre opened up about his beloved husband. He said he has been very touched by the waves […]

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A warning has been issued to parents after a rise in Strep A deaths. Six children have sadly died in Ireland since October from iGAS, which is an illness caused by Strep A. Invasive group A streptococcal disease (iGAS) is caused by infection with group A Streptococcus (Strep A) bacteria. Most cases of Strep A […]

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“The struggle of not knowing what size to buy” Molly Mae has opened up about the struggle to find clothes after welcoming her baby girl. The mum gave birth to her daughter Bambi in January and has been praised for being so honest about being a first-time mum. Molly recently discussed the struggle to buy […]

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“It’s incredibly daunting being pregnant” Bláthnaid Treacy has urged mums to stop sharing horror stories with mums-to-be. They may feel like they’re helping by warning pregnant people but it only makes things harder for them. The presenter said she has just entered her third trimester and everything is wonderful, but she has been struggling with […]

3 years ago

Vogue Williams was one of the possible new hosts. At this rate, my postman will be announcing he isn’t the new Late Late Show host. We’re still waiting to find out who the new host of The Late Late Show is, but one Irish celebrity has stressed she isn’t signing up for the job. Vogue […]

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