“In this day and age you shouldn’t ask questions like that.” Michelle Keegan has slammed “horrible”, intrusive questions about when she is going to become a mum – as “it’s no-one else’s business”. The former Coronation Street actress told The Sun how she was frustrated by “everybody’s obsession” as to when she is going to become a mum. Talking about […]
6 years ago
Emmerdale‘s Charley Webb and Matthew Wolfenden have opened up about the traumatic birth of their third child. The couple announced last month that they had welcomed their third child into the world – and they did it with an all-too-adorable Instagram reveal. The parents-of-three have now revealed in OK! Magazine their newborn is a little boy […]
6 years ago
An annoyed mum has turned to the Internet for advice after she bought a “nearly new” uniform for her daughter – only to find out it was actually hers in the first place. The woman said that her daughter has ADHD and loses “2-3 items a term”, so they have trouble keeping track some times […]
6 years ago
BBC’s Greg Jenner has shared that he and his wife have welcomed a baby girl after five years of fertility difficulties. The author and historian shared an emotional Twitter thread on Monday, where he spoke candidly about he and his wife’s journey to parenthood. He began: “You may have noticed I’ve had a lot of […]
6 years ago
Christmas FM have announced Barretstown, the organisation that serves children and families affected by serious illnesses, as their official charity partner for 2019. The radio station is aiming to raise over €250,000 which will go directly towards Barretstown’s mission of rebuilding the lives of seriously ill children and their families, through life-changing Therapeutic Programmes in […]
6 years ago
Heading back to school (or even just seeing the end of summer) can be tough. In fact, we’ll readily admit it: we’re already dreaming of our next holiday. Especially since the temperatures are set to drop very soon. Thankfully, Ryanair have found the perfect cure to banish the end-of-summer Blues and have launched a huge sale – with […]
6 years ago
Ryan Hawley has hinted Robert Sugden may die as he gets ready to leave Emmerdale after five years. Earlier this year, it was announced the actor would taking a break from the ‘dales “for the foreseeable future” the try other projects. He will be leaving later this year, with an insider saying at the time that “fans […]
6 years ago
Coronation Street has finally confirmed Gail Rodwell’s fate after she left the cobbles earlier this summer. The character slipped out of Weatherfield back in July, when tensions in the Platt family hit an all-time high after the truth about Audrey’s stolen money came to light. And as Nick and David kept clashing after they were […]
6 years ago
A TV presenter has been forced to apologise after she mocked Prince George’s ballet lessons. During a recent instalment, Good Morning America’s Lara Spencer was seen trying to hold back laughter as she and her co-hosts discussed the young royal’s classes at school. The eldest child of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will take ballet […]
6 years ago
Disney have shared the first trailer of the live action Lady and the Tramp reboot – and it is beyond adorable. The reimagining of the 1955 animated classic will land on Disney+ on November 12 in North America. There had been no release date set for Ireland just yet, but we’re keeping our fingers crossed it will be here soon enough. […]
6 years ago
The weather has been glorious lately. And, thankfully, Mrs Éireann are predicting the next few days will see the return of the sun-soaked days. It’s beer garden weather, it’s cans by the canal weather. It’s eating dinner out the back, leave your jacket at home, gaze out the office window longingly dreaming of pints weather. And, while we’re […]
6 years ago
Dublin bridal shop The Town Bride is closing down after 20 years. The stunning bridal showroom, located on the top floor of the Powerscourt Centre on South William Street, will shut its doors on August 31 as owner Colm Flanagan retires. For the next week-or-so, The Town Bride will have a massive retirement sale – with sample gowns starting […]
6 years ago
Brooke Vincent has shared an emotional goodbye to Coronation Street as she prepares to go on maternity leave. The actress has played Sophie Webster on the long-running soap for the last 15 years – but will be taking a break from the role as she prepares to welcomed her first child. She shared a video on her […]
6 years ago
This new duvet has two different heat settings – so you and your partner will never fight over the covers again. We all know someone who will happily wrap themselves up in a duvet, even when in the middle of a heatwave; or someone who is all-too-at-ease with throwing off the duvet – even when […]
6 years ago
How cute. Liam Payne has shared an adorable photo of his son, Bear – and it looks like the toddler may be following in his parents’ footsteps. The ex-One Direction singer took to Instagram earlier this week with a photo of the two of them playing piano together. The two-year-old’s hand is being guided by […]
6 years ago
Time to check those tickets. After rolling over for more than a month, the EuroMillions jackpot is worth an estimated €100 million tonight. And while there are tens of thousands of people across the country no doubt hoping to see their numbers come up, it’s now time to grab those tickets – the winning numbers […]
6 years ago
Meghan Markle has shared a behind-the-scenes look at her upcoming clothing collaboration with Smart Works. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s Instagram account, @sussexroyal, shared a sneak peek at the collection on Wednesday evening. The footage showed the mum-of-one meeting and greeting the woman taking part in the photoshoot for the range, which will hit […]
6 years ago
“At the weekend, I asked my best friend to be my wife.” Coronation Street’s James Burrows has announced he’s engaged to his girlfriend, Sophie Coates. The actor, who plays Ali Neeson on the long-running soap, shared the happy news on Instagram on Wednesday night. He wrote: “So at the weekend I asked my best friend to […]
6 years ago
Kim Kardashian has shared the first photo with all four of her children – which she says was “almost impossible” to get. The reality TV star and her family are currently on holidays in the Bahamas. And the 38-year-old took advantage of the picture-perfect setting to share the first photo of all her kids together. […]
6 years ago
Wait, what? Connor McIntyre has teased a possible return to Coronation Street – as Pat Phelan’s twin brother. The villainous builder’s reign of terror came to an abrupt end last summer, when Anna Windass stabbed him to death. However, fans are still hopeful that McIntyre will return to Weatherfield one day – and it looks like the […]
6 years ago
Netflix have released his-and-her teasers for the heartbreaking film, Marriage Story. Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver star as Nicole and Charlie, a conflicted married couple who are on the verge of a divorce. The teasers have each half of the couple talking about what they feel are the other’s best qualities. “What I love about Nicole: […]
6 years ago
Finding the perfect pair of wedding shoes can be tough. After all, there’s a lot to take into consideration: How comfortable are they? How do they look with your outfit? And how long are you planning on spending on your feet? And while a pair of glittering high heels is usually the expectation, the newest range […]
6 years ago
Did you know this? Parents have been left mind-blown after finding out a surprising and apparently little-known fact about children’s toothbrushes. As it turns out those coloured bristles aren’t there for no reason – they’re actually ‘toothpaste indicators’. One mum shared her discovery on the Little Learners Southport page on Facebook – and it’s been reposted nearly […]
6 years ago
Summer is starting to wind down. We know, we’re not quite ready to let it go yet – or, at least, we’ve got our fingers crossed the warmer temperatures will return for a little longer. But there’s still plenty of time for one last mini-break or lazy beach days- and what better thing to bring along than […]
6 years ago
Jeremy Kyle has revealed he and his fiancée, Vicky Burton, are expecting their first child together. The TV host told The Sun they “couldn’t be happier” as they prepared for the arrival of their little one, who is due in early 2020. He said: “Vick and I couldn’t be happier to say we’re expecting our first baby […]
6 years ago
Bethany Platt is set for some serious heartbreak as her past comes back to haunt her on Coronation Street next week. According to Metro, the teenager is left stunned when a familiar face from her past shows up at the Bistro – resulting in some possibly devastating consequences for Craig Tinker. As a family arrive to have dinner at […]
6 years ago
“It’s silly but…” A mum has told how she was left “disappointed” by her midwife – who, she says, “ruined” her gender reveal surprise. The woman, who already has a son, was left feeling “let down” after she went for an appointment with her midwife just one day after getting an anomaly scan. She explained […]
6 years ago
“It doesn’t sit well with me…” A mum was branded “awful” and “selfish” for leaving her toddler at home with grandparents while she and the rest of her family go on holiday. The woman explained that she and her partner were planning to go on a trip to a water park with their two eldest […]
6 years ago
The weather has been a bit all over the place lately. And it looks like it is set to continue on, as Met Éireann have forecast a mixed bag of weather this weekend. Saturday is set to see heavy scattered showers merging into longer spells of rain through the day, with a risk of some flooding. […]
6 years ago
Robbie Williams and Ayda Field are reportedly planning to spend their daughter’s first birthday with her surrogate mum. The couple announced last September that they had welcomed a baby girl named Colette, or ‘Coco’. At the time, they praised their “incredible surrogate” whom they said they would be “eternally grateful” to. They added: “We are […]
6 years ago
Yes, really. Mums-to-be have been urged to use a comb during childbirth in an effort to ease labour pains. Packing your hospital bag when you are nearing the end of your pregnancy is, to many expectant mums, the moment when you actually realize that this is really happening. But besides all of the standard bits you […]
6 years ago
Actress Troian Bellisario has opened up about her “complicated” relationship with breastfeeding. The Pretty Little Lairs star and her husband, Suits’ Patrick J. Adams, welcomed their first child together in October 2018. In a candid Instagram post earlier this week, the 33-year-old admitted she “would never have thought something so simple would be so complicated.” View this post […]
6 years ago
Satin midi-length skirts have become our go-to over the last few months. Not only are they stylish and super flattering, they’re also perfect for when the weather is a bit unpredictable (like it has been lately). And while there’s been no shortage of retailers releasing their take on the style this spring and summer, this one from Warehouse […]
6 years ago
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have paid tribute to Princess Diana on their Instagram. On Friday, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced on Instagram that they were going to be sharing some of their favourite quotes on the platform. To begin, they shared an inspiring quote from Princess Diana, Harry’s late mother. It read: […]
6 years ago
Coronation Street have confirmed Emily Bishop will be returning to Weatherfield later this year. Well, kind of. The soap took to Twitter on Friday to announce that Emily – played by Corrie legend Eileen Derbyshire – will be seen on-screen in October, as part of Ken Barlow’s 80th birthday. Sharing a sneak peek, they explained Emily will be […]
7 years ago
It’s time to mark the calendars, because a Bridget Jones documentary is on the way. The news comes as BBC Arts announced a year-long celebration of literature, with new programming across BBC TV, radio and online. In 2020, it will be 25 years since Bridget Jones made her first appearance – in a newspaper column […]
7 years ago
A massive congratulations. Strictly Come Dancing’s Natalie Lowe has announced she and her husband, James Knibbs, are expecting their first child. The professional dancer took to Instagram on Wednesday afternoon to reveal the happy news. The Aussie dancer, who joined Strictly in 2009, shared an adorable throwback photo from their wedding day. “So happy to be able to […]
7 years ago
“This photo just says it all.” The Irish photographers behind Home and Away’s Sarah Roberts and James Stewart’s wedding have revealed their favourite snap from the day. Fiona and Mark Fennell – aka, The Fennells – were on hand as the soap stars tied the knot in the gorgeous surroundings of Luttrellstown Castle last month. […]
7 years ago
And no, it’s not right when you wake up. A morning cup of coffee has become an integral part of the routine for so many people. It’s tasty. It re-energises you. It helps you brace for whatever the day ahead has in store. Basically, it’s just short of magical. But if you’re one of the people […]
7 years ago
Looking for a name for your little virtuoso? Music can be an incredibly powerful thing – so it’s no wonder that many parents-to-be are looking to melodies when it comes time to name their bundle. It can make you feel blissfully, out-of-this world happy, help you through some tougher times, or inspire you in your day-to-day […]
7 years ago
Oh WOW. Meghan Markle’s former Los Angeles home has officially gone on the market – and it’s just as stunning as you would expect. The 2,262-square-foot Colonial-style home carries a pretty big price tag, though. The listing has it available to buy for $1,799,000 (or just over €1,604,000). View this post on Instagram A post […]
7 years ago
We’ll be right at the door when it opens. Being a parent is so expensive (if you haven’t noticed already). And just when you think you have everything sorted, something breaks, or gets puked on, or has become too small – so, you have to go out to buy a new one. This is our […]
7 years ago
Ben Foden has confirmed that he has married his girlfriend, Jackie, in a secret ceremony over the weekend. He shared a series of photos from their celebrations on Instagram, as he paid tribute to his wife – who he called the “greatest human being I’ve ever come across”. He wrote: “This last year has been […]
7 years ago
Wedding season is here. Whether you’re heading to a wedding as a family member, a close friend or as someone’s plus one, it’s always a confidence boost when your outfit has you feeling fabulous. Especially when it doesn’t break the bank. The latest dress to catch our eye is this ruffle bodycon dress from River […]
7 years ago
Ah, the midi skirt. It’s become one of our wardrobe go-to’s for the past few months – and honestly, it’ll likely stay that way into fall (and maybe winter, too). After all, they’re stylish and super flattering. They’re also a great alternative when we’re absolutely sick to death of wearing tights. Which, given the slight unpredictability of […]
7 years ago
We bet Archie would LOVE this. Meghan Markle is reportedly writing a children’s book. The Duchess of Sussex, who will be celebrating her birthday this weekend, will “absolutely not” be writing about her life in the royal family. The fictional book is, instead, said to be about her love of animals – and would likely […]
7 years ago
You may think you have memories of taking your first steps, or even your first words. But a new study has found that these are most likely fictional. The research, published in the Psychological Science Journal, found that it is unlikely human beings can remember anything before they are three-and-a-half years old. In the biggest survey […]
7 years ago
Loose Women presenter Stacey Solomon has shared her excitement about feeding her son Rex after “suffering bleeding nipples”. The 29-year-old and her boyfriend, Joe Swash, welcomed their first child together earlier this year. On Wednesday, she took to Instagram to share a photo of herself feeding Rex – and explained that “there was a time, not so […]
7 years ago
What do you think of this? Parents get just 32 minutes to themselves a day, according to a study. The New York Post report that a study into the day-to-day lives of 2,000 mums and dads found that they get slightly more than half an hour to themselves (once their work and parenting duties are otherwise taken care […]
7 years ago
The first three contestants for Strictly Come Dancing 2019 have reportedly been “accidentally revealed.” Presenter Iain Lee appeared to confirm the first of the famous faces who will be vying for this year’s glitter ball trophy during an appearance on Good Morning Britain. He appeared on the morning show today [July 31] to talk about the […]
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