“Things like this are so harmful and directly contribute to the culture of disordered eating we live in.” People are sharing their disbelief and frustration following the release of a study which suggests that we are “at risk of diabetes” if we can no longer fit into the jeans we wore when we were 21. […]

5 years ago

The spider has a brownish colour with pale markings on a bulbous body. The National Poisons Information Centre in Beaumont Hospital has issued a warning over false widow spiders in Ireland. The spider, which is now the most common urban spider in Ireland, has a venom that is more potent than our native spiders. In […]

5 years ago

There are currently over 100,000 children on healthcare waiting lists in Ireland. A consultant paediatric radiologist appeared on RTÉ’s Today with Claire Byrne, to address delays in Ireland’s healthcare system. Dr Gabrielle Colleran, who is the vice president of the Irish Hospitals Consultants Association, pointed to a case in which a pre-teen was told that they […]

5 years ago

“Your periods shouldn’t be painful.” Earlier this week, comedian Amy Schumer revealed that she had her uterus and appendix removed as a means to treat her endometriosis. After posting a video of herself recovering from her hospital bed, Amy has since shared a powerful message about women’s health. Taking to Instagram, the Trainwreck star said: […]

5 years ago

We cannot wait to watch this. Adam King, the Late, Late Toy Show star who captured the nation’s hearts last Christmas, has had a busy few months as work gets underway on his very own animated series, Adam  Adventure. The pre-school show is a comedy-adventure series, which has an environmental slant. Crucially, it spreads a message […]

5 years ago

It’s called Wylde Moon, and it went live this morning. TV presenter Holly Willoughby has just launched Wylde Moon, her very own lifestyle brand. The This Morning host announced the news today, and, in a series of Instagram posts, gave fans an insight into what they can expect from the brand. Accompanying a video, Holly […]

5 years ago

It can’t come soon enough. Fans of Emily in Paris will be pleased to hear that the very first look of the upcoming season is finally here. The show’s star Lily Collins took to Instagram yesterday to share a number of snaps from set – and it looks just as glam and high-fashion as the […]

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Lisa McGee gave the update this morning. Bittersweet news for fans of the hit show Derry Girls today, as the show’s creator and writer Lisa McGee shared that the third and final series is on the way. Taking to Twitter, McGee wrote: “It was always the plan to say goodbye after three series. “Derry Girls […]

5 years ago

“My Miley couldn’t leave me on this earth alone so he blessed me with our very own miracle baby.” An Irish woman who tragically lost her partner on the day they were due to be married has discovered that she is pregnant one month following the loss. Kate Quilligan’s fiancé Myles Harty sadly passed away […]

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Police believe that she was murdered on her way home. Tributes for Sabina Nessa, a 28-year-old woman who was found dead over the weekend, have been pouring in since her death was announced. The body of the primary school teacher was found in a London park over the weekend, and police believe that she may […]

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It’s fair to say that Sally Rooney has emerged as one of this decade’s most celebrated authors, and rightly so. Normal People and Conversations with Friends are beloved by legions of fans all around the world, who are no doubt devouring her latest release Beautiful World, Where are You as we speak. Having said that, […]

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At a press conference, police described the incident as a “tragic isolated incident”. Police investigating the deaths of three South African children in New Zealand have charged the children’s mother with murder. According to the New Zealand news website Stuff, Lauren Dickason, has been charged with the murder of her three children, two-year-old twins Maya […]

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“I am embarrassed to say that because I came home, I have shortened my life.” A terminally ill woman who came home to Ireland for the final stage of her life has said that she is “appalled” by the Irish healthcare system. Meabh Feerick, who is from Ballinrobe, was living and working in Sydney Australia, […]

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The advice has attracted a considerable (and understandable) amount of backlash. Women in the UK are reacting to a bizarre piece of advice given by the National Health Service which advises pregnant people to “make a fuss of their partner” so that they don’t feel “overlooked”. Yep, you read that right: the official NHS advice […]

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Police have described the shooting as a “gunfight”. Four people, including a mother and baby, have been killed in a shooting in Florida. According to police, 33-year-old Bryan Riley was in a “gunfight” with police officers in which multiple rounds of bullets were exchanged outside his home in Lakeland. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said […]

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Sarah’s former band-mates have said that they are “absolutely devastated” by the loss. Tributes have been pouring in for singer Sarah Harding, whose death was announced yesterday. The Girls Aloud star had been sick with cancer. She was 39 years old. Her mum Marie announced her death on Instagram, and many in the music industry […]

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“We find comfort and strength in knowing he lives on.” Actress Sharon Stone has urged people to become organ donors after revealing that her 11-month-old nephew saved three lives through organ donation. Stone announced that Baby River William passed away following organ failure earlier this week. The infant was the son of her brother Patrick. […]

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The absolute perfect movie for cozy nights in. One of the greatest comedy films of all time – Legally Blonde – is coming to Netflix soon. Believe it or not, this staple of the genre came out 20 years ago, and it still holds a special place in our hearts. The UK and Ireland Netflix […]

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This is not a drill! Yes, you read that correctly, after 40 long years, Agnetha, Björn, Benny and Anni-Ford are back! The beloved band have reunited for their brand new studio album, Voyage, which you can pre-order from their official store right now. They will then perform the album at a digital concert from a […]

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Fergal announced the news last night. While they may have been beloved fan favourites on the Irish edition of Gogglebox, twins Fergal and Neal Tully have parted ways with the fly-on-the-wall series. Taking to Twitter to announce their departure, Fergal wrote: “It’s with a heavy heart to announce that myself and Neal will not be […]

5 years ago

A massive congratulations to them. The hugely popular YouTuber Zoe Sugg, who is better known by the name Zoella, has welcomed her first child with her partner Alfie Deyes. Zoe shared a picture of her baby daughter with her followers on Instagram. The couple have named her Ottilie Rue Deyes. The little girl was born […]

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The hope is to attract more young people and families to the area. A town in Italy is looking to encourage new residents to live there by selling properties for just €1. However, if you’re interested, you must act fast and be prepared to renovate. 100 properties in the town of Maenza, which is just […]

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That’s our next dinner party sorted, so. We’ve all been there. Guests are coming over, the house has been cleaned and the dinner’s all prepped. There’s just one problem. You forgot to chill your white wine. You’re kind of left in uncharted territory. Do you risk putting it in the freezer for a rapid cool? […]

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“I wish we could fling ourselves like that without pulling a ligament or muscle.” One of life’s frustrations is the fact that so many people in the world will never understand just how painful pregnancy and birth really are. Taking a step to address this, an Australian man on TikTok attempted to stimulate the pain […]

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A fundraiser to support Lisa has since been set up. A mother from Florida has urged members of the public to get vaccinated against Covid-19 after she lost two of her sons to the virus. Lisa Brandon’s family contracted Covid earlier this summer and her sons Aaron, 35, and Free, 41, became very ill. Lisa […]

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Nicole Cahill passed away earlier this year, but her family say that her image is being used to push an anti-vaccine message on social media. The sister of a woman who died earlier this year has asked anti-vaxxers to refrain from using her image to promote their message. Nicole Cahill from Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford passed […]

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When it comes to issues like consent, there is no room to be neutral. A new study from NUI Galway’s Active* Consent programme has found that one in five secondary school boys are ‘neutral’ on the issue of consent being a requirement for sexual activity. The programme surveyed 613 post-primary students, and found that 93% […]

5 years ago

Mary first appeared on the hugely popular show with her friend Marina back in 2016. Mary Cook, one of the stars of Channel 4’s Gogglebox, has passed away at the age of 92. Channel 4 released a statement today announcing her death. It read: “We are extremely saddened to share that Gogglebox star Mary Cook passed […]

5 years ago

The family died following a fatal, multi-vehicle collision last week. Tributes have been coming in for a Kurdish family of three, who were killed in a multi-car collision in Co. Galway last week. Karzan Sabah, Shahen Qasam and their eight month-old daughter Lena were among three of the four people who died in the crash. […]

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The majority of women believe menstrual side effects are “just part of being a woman”. New research has revealed that 64% of Irish women experience very heavy periods which makes them more likely to suffer from tiredness and fatigue. The study, which was carried out by Active Iron, an Irish brand, found that the majority […]

5 years ago

Exciting Times, indeed! Actress Phoebe Dynevor, who shot to fame for her performance as Daphne in Netflix’s period drama Bridgerton, has been cast in the television adaption of Naoise Dolan’s Exciting Times. The English actress will play Ava, an Irish student teaching English in Hong Kong, who finds herself in a love triangle with Julian, […]

5 years ago

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Much to the delight of Christmas lovers everywhere, and indeed, to the dismay of the Scrooges among us, the iconic Brown Thomas Christmas section is officially open for business, a good 127 days in advance of the holiday. The department stores in Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway […]

5 years ago

He said she had a “toxic” attitude. A woman on Reddit sparked a debate for refusing to have more children with her husband unless he takes paternity leave. However, her husband is reluctant to take paternity leave, as, according to him, it’s “not the norm” at his place of work. Posting anonymously on the Breaking […]

5 years ago

The 33-year-old shared her concerns on Instagram. Irish cervical cancer campaigner Lynsey Bennett has expressed doubts over an upcoming scan and is worried its results may mean she’ll have fewer treatment options available. Bennett is due for a scan which will indicate whether or not she’ll be able to continue using Pembro, a drug that […]

5 years ago

The review has been confirmed by the Department of Health. Ireland’s abortion laws are expected to be reviewed by an independent expert over a series of consultations in a number of weeks. The review comes three years after Ireland voted to repeal the Eighth Amendment 66.4% to 33.6% The Termination of Pregnancy Act has a […]

5 years ago

“Bring on the glitter, the glam and the magic of Strictly.” EastEnders’ actress Rose Ayling-Ellis is the 12th contestant to join the lineup for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, and she’s also the first deaf participant to take part on the show. Taking to Instagram to share the news, Rose, who plays Frankie on the […]

5 years ago

They’re our babies after all. Now this may come as a surprise to many cat owners, but apparently they do really see us as more than just their servants. Indeed, while cats are known to have a bit of a cold reputation, a new study from Oregon State University has found that our furry friends […]

5 years ago

This is very concerning. A new report published by the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) has said that Ireland will become “warmer and wetter” due to climate change. The research, which was carried out by Met Éireann and the Marine Institute, found that Ireland’s surface air temperature has increased by 0.9 degrees over the last 120 […]

5 years ago

We cannot wait for this. Over 30 years after we first met Kevin McAllister, we’re all set for another wacky Christmassy adventure as the Home Alone reboot comes to our screens this winter. The film, titled Home Sweet Home Alone will arrive on Disney Plus on November 12, and already boasts an all-star cast. The […]

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We’ll be watching this one behind our hands, lads. Midnight Mass – a new series from Mike Flanagan, the creator of The Haunting of Hill House and The Haunting of Bly Manor – arrives on Netflix in September. While The Haunting of Hill House and Bly Manor were part of an anthology series, Midnight Mass […]

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Only the very best for our furry friends, tbh. When it comes to our furry friends, they deserve to be treated to the best of the best in outdoor luxury come rain, hale or shine. With this in mind, the good folks over at Aldi will be ensuring that our pets will stay nice and […]

5 years ago

We cannot wait to watch this. There is simply no denying the star power of Jodie Comer. The Liverpool actress first caught our attention as Kate, the mistress of Bertie Carvel’s character on BBC’s Dr Foster. Later, she took centre stage, and attracted critical acclaim for TV’s most charming assassin Villanelle opposite Sandra Oh on […]

5 years ago

After cancelling stage performances in 2020, Diana: The Musical is set to stream on Netflix this autumn. The Broadway musical about Lady Diana, Princess of Wales will stream on Netflix later this year. A production of Diana: The Musical was filmed without an audience during lockdown and it’s set to arrive on the streaming platform […]

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The Grey’s Anatomy star now has an adorable souvenir to remember his time in Ireland. It may be hard to admit, but Patrick Dempsey has indeed left Irish shores. The Hollywood actor made himself quite at home here as filming took place on Disney’s sequel to Enchanted. As well as seeing the sights, Dempsey made […]

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“It is incredibly hurtful for me as a mum to hear about police officers doing this.” Glamour model and TV personality Katie Price has spoken out against the police officers who allegedly mocked her son, Harvey. Five officers are currently being investigated over allegations that they shared jokes and “inappropriate material” at the expense of […]

5 years ago

“It breaks my heart every single day to be without her.” Footballer Ashley Cain has paid a beautiful tribute to his daughter Azaylia on what would have been her first birthday. Taking to his stories, Ashley wrote: “Going to bed with a heavy heart tonight as it’s my beautiful babies 1st birthday tomorrow. “I could’ve […]

5 years ago

The 49-year-old actress shared the news on social media. Christina Applegate has revealed that she’s been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. The Dead to Me actress shared her diagnosis with her followers on Twitter. She wrote: “Hi friends. A few months ago I was diagnosed with MS. It’s been a strange journey. But I have been […]

5 years ago

Would you try these? Pasta is sort of a fail-safe food. It’s cheap to buy, easy to cook and can be customised to suit a variety of palates – even those of picky kids. Pretty uncontroversial right? Well, apparently not anymore. Pasta on a skewer has been dividing pasta lovers over on TikTok and it’s […]

5 years ago

It’s the sweetest thing in the world. The hearts of Love Island viewers have been breaking for Millie Court over the last few days. Despite being smitten with Liam, and sleeping out on the day bed during his time at Casa Amor, revelations that he kissed another girl dealt a serious blow to this Essex […]

5 years ago

Here. We. Go. Fans of the hugely popular Netflix series Virgin River will be over the moon to know that filming for the fourth season of the show will take place very soon. Actor Tim Matheson, who plays the town’s physician Doc Mullins told Radio Times that the cast and crew are getting ready to […]

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