Articles by Kat O'Connor
Search
  • Pregnant Hollyoaks actress Frankie Julia Hough killed in car accident

    Pregnant Hollyoaks actress Frankie Julia Hough killed in car accident

    Pregnant Hollyoaks actress Frankie Julia Hough has sadly passed away in a car accident in Manchester. The mum-of-two was travelling with her two sons and her nephew when the harrowing collision occurred. The mum appeared in the UK soap Hollyoaks and played the character Jess. Her co-star Paul Danan paid tribute to her on Twitter. […]

    3 years ago

  • Harry Styles praised after singer stops concert to help pregnant fan

    Harry Styles praised after singer stops concert to help pregnant fan

    Harry Styles paused his Cardiff concert for a very special reason. Singer Harry Styles has been praised for stopping his concert in Cardiff to help a pregnant fan. The singer paused the gig in Wales after noticing a mum-to-be in the crowd. The As It Was singer spoke to the pregnant woman Sian during the […]

    3 years ago

  • 13-year-old boy tragically killed in Co. Kilkenny road accident

    13-year-old boy tragically killed in Co. Kilkenny road accident

    A 13-year-old has tragically died in a fatal road accident in Co. Kilkenny. The young boy died following a collision involving a car and a jeep on Wednesday, June 21st. The incident occurred shortly after 2 pm on the N10 at Dunderyark, Danesfort, County Kilkenny. Gardaí issued a statement following the harrowing accident. “A passenger […]

    3 years ago

  • Mum heartbroken after her son with autism is excluded from family wedding

    Mum heartbroken after her son with autism is excluded from family wedding

    A mum has been left heartbroken after her family excluded her son who has autism from their wedding. The woman explained to Mumsnet that her brother is getting married soon, but he has excluded her son. She is going to be one of the bridesmaids, but the special day has been tainted after her son […]

    3 years ago

  • Heartache after dad-of-three is killed in farming accident in Co. Meath

    Heartache after dad-of-three is killed in farming accident in Co. Meath

    The dad-of-three was working in the Castletown area in Meath before the tragedy unfolded. A dad-of-three has tragically died in a farming accident in Co. Meath. The man, aged in his 30s, was pronounced dead following a workplace incident on Tuesday, June 20th. Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene in Castletown, Meath just after […]

    3 years ago

  • Fans think they’ve figured out Kourtney and Travis baby’s name

    Fans think they’ve figured out Kourtney and Travis baby’s name

    Kourtney and Travis are expecting their first child together. Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker have only just announced their baby news but fans have already figured out their child’s potential name. Celebrities tend to stray away from tame and traditional monikers so there’s no doubt they’ll opt for a unique name. Fans believe they’ll seek […]

    3 years ago

  • Parents outraged after school issues cruel message about school tour

    Parents outraged after school issues cruel message about school tour

    “Don’t expect everything to be given to you in life” A school in the West Midlands has been called out for putting pressure on parents to pay for their school tours. The school was accused of putting unnecessary financial pressure on parents during the cost of living crisis. A message was sent to parents this […]

    3 years ago

  • This is why you should never say ‘I’m leaving without you’ to your child

    This is why you should never say ‘I’m leaving without you’ to your child

    It’s a phrase so many parents use, but saying “I’m leaving without you” is actually causing more harm than good. Parenting experts have stressed just how damaging it can be to say you’re leaving them alone. Speaking about the impact this saying can have on your child, Big Little Feelings explained that this phrase can […]

    3 years ago

  • Childcare costs set to be cut in the upcoming Budget, Varadkar says

    Childcare costs set to be cut in the upcoming Budget, Varadkar says

    Childcare costs are set to be cut in the upcoming Budget, according to reports. Parents can breathe a sigh of relief as the Government plans on lowering the cost of childcare in Ireland. Taoiseach Leo Varadkar confirmed they plan on making significant cuts to childcare costs. He told The Irish Times that he is confident […]

    3 years ago

  • This popular flotation device could actually be dangerous for your child

    This popular flotation device could actually be dangerous for your child

    Parents have been warned against using this popular flotation device. Being swim-safe is something parents are more aware of than ever so you’ll be surprised to find out that this popular flotation device could actually be dangerous for your child. According to experts, puddle jumpers, also known as life vests, are actually causing more harm […]

    3 years ago

  • Andrew McGinley shares emotional update after visiting his children’s grave

    Andrew McGinley shares emotional update after visiting his children’s grave

    Andrew McGinley has shared an emotional update after visiting his children’s grave. The dad, who lost his sons Darragh and Conor and daughter Carla in January 2020, posted a moving photo of three white feathers on their grave. Andrew McGinley posted about the emotional moment on his Twitter page following the visit. The dad explained […]

    3 years ago

  • Mrs Hinch reveals her son Ronnie has been diagnosed with Kawasaki disease

    Mrs Hinch reveals her son Ronnie has been diagnosed with Kawasaki disease

    Mrs Hinch has confirmed her son Ronnie has been diagnosed with Kawasaki disease after he was rushed to hospital earlier this month. The influencer opened up about her son’s rare diagnosis after a tough few weeks in hospital. The mum updated her followers after doctors confirmed her son Ronnie could finally go home. Mrs Hinch […]

    3 years ago

  • The common medication mistake that all parents need to avoid

    The common medication mistake that all parents need to avoid

    A warning has been issued to parents about how much medicine they’re administering to their children when using syringes. Giving a child medicine via a syringe can be easier for some parents, but the method can also cause multiple problems. The main one is accidentally giving your child too much medicine. This is a common […]

    3 years ago

  • ‘So much love’- Influencer Lauren Arthurs welcomes her first child

    ‘So much love’- Influencer Lauren Arthurs welcomes her first child

    Irish influencer Lauren Arthurs has given birth to her first child at 36 weeks. The new mum gave birth to a baby girl on June 17th. She announced her joyous news on Instagram this afternoon. Lauren and her husband John O’Flynn shared an adorable photo of them and their baby girl to confirm the news. […]

    3 years ago

  • Bláthnaid Treacy takes maternity leave early due to health issue

    Bláthnaid Treacy takes maternity leave early due to health issue

    Bláthnaid Treacy has taken maternity leave earlier than planned due to a health issue. Mum-to-be Bláthnaid Treacy explained that she has been suffering from sciatica. The condition left the presenter in so much pain that she was left struggling to walk. Speaking on her Instagram stories, the TV host said: “I’ve had sciatica so I […]

    3 years ago

  • Kim Kardashian reacts to Kourtney’s pregnancy news after sisters fall out

    Kim Kardashian reacts to Kourtney’s pregnancy news after sisters fall out

    Kim Kardashian has reacted to Kourtney and Travis’s pregnancy news after the sisters recently fell out over Kim’s work with Dolce and Gabbana. Kourtney and Travis confirmed they were expecting their first child together over the weekend. The pair announced the news at a Blink 182 concert. Kourtney sought inspiration from one of the band’s […]

    3 years ago

  • These are the ‘best’ baby girl names in the universe

    These are the ‘best’ baby girl names in the universe

    Picking a baby name is so difficult, especially when there are 101 monikers you love. If you’re currently struggling to find the perfect name for your daughter then fear not. We’ve discovered a list that is bound to make your life easier. The top baby girl names in the universe have been revealed. And some […]

    3 years ago

  • Ana Kriegel: Parents of Boy B say their son is ‘no monster’

    Ana Kriegel: Parents of Boy B say their son is ‘no monster’

    The parents of Boy B have spoken out for the first time and claimed their son is not a monster. In an interview with the Mail on Sunday, his parents stressed that he isn’t “the monster people are calling him”. His parents agreed that he is a “stupid boy” for his involvement in Ana Kriegel’s […]

    3 years ago

  • Popular air fryer urgently recalled in Ireland due to fire risk

    Popular air fryer urgently recalled in Ireland due to fire risk

    An air fryer has been urgently recalled due to fire risks. A safety issue has been identified with SilverCrest S-18 Oilless Air Fryer on the eBay platform. The CCPC issued a warning and has urged people in Ireland to stop using it immediately. “The product presents a risk of fire. The product’s fuse does not […]

    3 years ago

  • ‘Thank you dad for saving me’- Tipperary teen praises dad after kidney donation

    ‘Thank you dad for saving me’- Tipperary teen praises dad after kidney donation

    This Father’s Day will be extra special for one dad after his kidney donation saved the life of his 18-year-old daughter. With her new lease on life from her kidney failure which blighted most of her teens, Ali Kelly from Newport, Co Tipperary, has more reason than most to celebrate the 1st transplant anniversary with her […]

    3 years ago

  • Thousands of fans line the streets for Christy Dignam’s funeral

    Thousands of fans line the streets for Christy Dignam’s funeral

    Christy Dignam passed away on Tuesday, June 13th. Thousands of fans have lined the streets to bid farewell to Aslan’s Christy Dignam this morning. The singer’s private funeral was held this morning, but fans gathered to say goodbye on the streets of Finglas before the service. What a lovely moment. RIP Christy – Ireland’s frontman. […]

    3 years ago

  • Tributes pour in for mum-of-two Anna Mooney after Raheny murder

    Tributes pour in for mum-of-two Anna Mooney after Raheny murder

    Tributes have been pouring in following the murder of mum-of-two Anna Mooney. The mum was stabbed to death at her Raheny home on June 15th. Emergency services were contacted following the incident, but she was later pronounced dead at her home in Kilbarrack Road in Dublin. She is survived by her children, daughter Nicole and […]

    3 years ago

  • A brand new series of Bluey is coming to Disney+ this summer

    A brand new series of Bluey is coming to Disney+ this summer

    Bluey viewers (and parents) will be thrilled to hear that brand new episodes of the beloved children’s show are coming to Disney+ very soon. Disney+ has announced that new installments of the show are on the way to the streaming service. The Australian-born children’s show will have some very special guest stars in the new […]

    3 years ago

  • Mum-to-be breaks down over her family’s reaction to baby’s unusual name

    Mum-to-be breaks down over her family’s reaction to baby’s unusual name

    Trying to decide on a baby name can feel like mission impossible at the best of times, but throw in judgemental family members and snide comments and the process becomes even trickier. One mum-to-be was left heartbroken after her sister burst out laughing at the name of her daughter. The sister admitted she couldn’t help […]

    3 years ago

  • Call the Midwife actress shares exciting update with viewers

    Call the Midwife actress shares exciting update with viewers

    Call the Midwife star Helen George has shared an update with fans. Call the Midwife actress Helen George has confirmed filming for series 13 is underway. The star, who plays Nurse Trixie in the beloved drama, posted an update on her Instagram recently. She posted a behind-the-scenes photo from the Call the Midwife set to […]

    3 years ago

  • Prince William and Princess Kate struggling to live in ‘cramped’ Windsor mansion

    Prince William and Princess Kate struggling to live in ‘cramped’ Windsor mansion

    The Prince and Princess of Wales are reportedly struggling with living in Adelaide Cottage. Living in a fancy, free royal mansion sounds like a dream to me, but William and Kate aren’t too pleased about it. The royal couple moved from Kensington Palace to Adelaide Cottage before Queen Elizabeth’s death. They wanted to be closer […]

    3 years ago

  • Mum issues urgent warning after daughter was almost strangled by blind cord

    Mum issues urgent warning after daughter was almost strangled by blind cord

    A mum has issued an urgent warning after her daughter was nearly strangled by a blind cord. The mum issued the warning on the Tiny Hearts Education page on Instagram because she wants parents to realise just how dangerous blind/curtain cords can be. She explained that she was hesitant to share what happened to her […]

    3 years ago

  • Two children were home when woman suffered ‘horrendous death’ in Raheny

    Two children were home when woman suffered ‘horrendous death’ in Raheny

    “There were two children in the house at the time” A woman who was found dead in Raheny in Dublin on Thursday, June 15th was a mother. According to reports, the children were at the house when the woman suffered a “horrendous death”. They were reportedly in the house at the time of the murder, […]

    3 years ago

  • Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin expecting their fourth child together

    Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin expecting their fourth child together

    The MMA fighter confirmed the news this week Conor McGregor and his fiancée Dee Devlin are expecting their fourth child together. The MMA fighter confirmed the news during an interview with Mark and Kelly. “I have three children; I’ve got two boys and a girl. “My oldest one, Conor Jr., is six, my daughter Croia […]

    3 years ago

  • Saoirse Ruane’s family share update amid cancer treatment

    Saoirse Ruane’s family share update amid cancer treatment

    Saoirse Ruane’s family has issued an update amid her cancer treatment. The Toy Show star was diagnosed with a recurrent tumour earlier this year but has been undergoing treatment at Crumlin Children’s Hospital. Saoirse’s mum confirmed she is now continuing her treatment at their home in Galway. Alongside a photo of her daughter, Roseanna gave […]

    3 years ago

  • Woman arrested on suspicion of murder following death of two children

    Woman arrested on suspicion of murder following death of two children

    A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the deaths of two children in England. A 7-year-old girl and an 11-year-old boy were found dead in Stoke-On-Trent on Sunday, June 11th. Local police have launched an investigation into the murders. They confirmed they were originally called to a car wash on Campbell Road […]

    3 years ago

  • Parents urged to apply for Back To School Clothing and Footwear Allowance

    Parents urged to apply for Back To School Clothing and Footwear Allowance

    Parents are being urged to apply for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance before the end of September. The deadline for this year’s payment is just months away, but parents can still apply before the end of September. The payment was introduced in a bid to help parents with the cost of school […]

    3 years ago

  • Jessie J reveals the name of her baby boy and it’s adorable

    Jessie J reveals the name of her baby boy and it’s adorable

    Jessie J gave birth to a healthy baby boy in May. Jessie J and Chanan Safir Colman have finally revealed the name of their son. The couple welcomed their first child together, a baby boy, in May but kept his name under wraps until now. Basketball player Chanan revealed their son’s name in a heartfelt […]

    3 years ago

  • ‘Nothing prepares you’- Mrs Hinch’s eldest son Ronnie rushed to hospital

    ‘Nothing prepares you’- Mrs Hinch’s eldest son Ronnie rushed to hospital

    “I just can’t comprehend this whole thing” Mrs Hinch’s eldest son Ronnie has been rushed to A&E after the young boy’s temperature spiked. The mum issued a statement following the terrifying incident. Sophie Hinchcliffe said her little boy’s neck was swelling and his temperature was extremely high. “Everything just seems like a fog right now. […]

    3 years ago

  • Kathryn Thomas and Dáithí O’Sé to host Rose of Tralee together

    Kathryn Thomas and Dáithí O’Sé to host Rose of Tralee together

    Dáithí O’Sé will have a co-host this year. Kathryn Thomas is reportedly the front-runner to join Dáithí O’Sé as Rose of Tralee host. The RTÉ presenter will join forces with Dáithí this August when the festival returns to Tralee. Producers are keen to have a duo host the beloved Irish competition this summer. A source […]

    3 years ago

  • Stacey Solomon reveals it took her so long ‘to find mums that like me’

    Stacey Solomon reveals it took her so long ‘to find mums that like me’

    Stacey Solomon admitted she struggles to make friends with other mums. Stacey Solomon has opened up about the difficulty to make friends as an adult. In an update on her Instagram, the mum-of-five admitted that she found it hard to chat with mums at her son’s schools. She explained that she was feeling nervous about […]

    3 years ago

  • Mum hit with backlash after giving her toddler a cup of tea

    Mum hit with backlash after giving her toddler a cup of tea

    To tea or not to tea: that is the question. I couldn’t go a day without drinking at least one cup of tea. I never get sick of it, even in the summer when it’s roasting hot outside. I’ll still put the kettle on. It’s a comfort, a habit and so very Irish. There aren’t […]

    3 years ago

  • Cheryl wants to ‘have her say’ about Liam Payne age-gap controversy

    Cheryl wants to ‘have her say’ about Liam Payne age-gap controversy

    Cheryl dated Liam Payne for two years and they welcomed a baby boy Cheryl reportedly wants to address backlash over her relationship with One Direction’s Liam Payne. The pair’s 10-year age gap has been dragged into the Phillip Schofield scandal after the broadcaster admitted to having an affair with a younger colleague. Cheryl met Liam […]

    3 years ago

  • Great news for fans of The Crown with potential movie in the works

    Great news for fans of The Crown with potential movie in the works

    The Crown swiftly became one of the most-watched shows on Netflix The final series of The Crown airs this autumn, but this won’t be the final goodbye. According to reports, the show’s creators are eager to continue the story in different ways, including a potential movie. Insiders claim the story will continue at some point […]

    3 years ago

  • Woman (30s) dies following medical incident in Center Parcs

    Woman (30s) dies following medical incident in Center Parcs

    The medical incident happened in Center Parcs Elveden Forest. A woman in her 30s has tragically passed away following an incident at Center Parcs. The woman was a guest at the holiday village in Elveden Forest in Suffolk. According to BBC News, emergency services rushed to the holiday park at 6:40 pm on Wednesday, June […]

    3 years ago

  • Update: Toddlers fighting for their lives following stabbing in French playground

    Update: Toddlers fighting for their lives following stabbing in French playground

    Two children and an elderly man are reportedly in critical condition. Two toddlers and an adult are fighting for their lives in hospital following a stabbing in France. Four children and two adults were taken to hospital earlier today following the attack in Annecy, in the French Alps. The children are aged between 22 months […]

    3 years ago

  • Fans defend Molly-Mae after wearing white to best friend’s wedding

    Fans defend Molly-Mae after wearing white to best friend’s wedding

    Fans of Molly-Mae Hague have defended her after she wore white to her friend’s wedding. The mum shared beautiful photos from her friend’s wedding over the weekend but people were quick to jump to conclusions over Molly’s outfit. The influencer was pictured in a long white gown, which didn’t sit well with many people. It […]

    3 years ago

  • Child among homeless people who died in Dublin in 2023

    Child among homeless people who died in Dublin in 2023

    A boy aged under 17 was one of the homeless people who died in Dublin this year. 20 homeless people were confirmed to have died in the first four months of 2023 alone. Dublin Region Homeless Executive to Aontu, Peadar Toibin released the data through a Freedom of Information request. The data also confirmed four […]

    3 years ago

  • Coronation Street actress Julie Goodyear diagnosed with dementia

    Coronation Street actress Julie Goodyear diagnosed with dementia

    Julie Goodyear starred in the British soap for 25 years Coronation Street actress Julie Goodyear has sadly been diagnosed with dementia. The 81-year-old’s husband, Scott Brand, confirmed the harrowing news in a statement this afternoon. He explained that she was suffering from forgetfulness but doctors then diagnosed her with dementia. Scott shared: “My darling wife […]

    3 years ago

  • ‘Lighthouse parents’ defend decision to let young kids out alone

    ‘Lighthouse parents’ defend decision to let young kids out alone

    Parents who follow the ‘lighthouse parenting’ trend have defended their decision to let their children out at night. The parents, Sammy and Jason, see no problem with letting their kids Pepper (10) and Jude (6) go to the beach alone. They explained their controversial decision on the parenting show Parental Guidance and said: “It’s not […]

    3 years ago

  • 14-year-old boy dies following isolated incident at school

    14-year-old boy dies following isolated incident at school

    A 14-year-old boy has died in an isolated incident at a school in Scotland. Emergency services arrived at Saint Kentigern’s Academy in Blackburn at lunchtime on Monday, June 5. The boy was rushed to hospital but was later pronounced dead. Police Scotland issued a statement following the harrowing loss confirming that police have launched an […]

    3 years ago

  • Amanda Holden mocks Holly Willoughby after her This Morning return

    Amanda Holden mocks Holly Willoughby after her This Morning return

    Amanda Holden posted a video mocking Holly Willoughby after the presenter’s return to This Morning. On Monday’s show, Holly delivered an emotional speech following the never-ending Phillip Schofield scandal. The broadcasters were once incredibly close, but Willoughby made it clear that they’re no longer on good terms. In the opening of Holly’s statement, she asked […]

    3 years ago