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  • Vogue Williams reveals new baby’s name is ‘a bit mad’

    Vogue Williams reveals new baby’s name is ‘a bit mad’

    Even Joanne McNally was ‘a bit taken aback’ In a recent podcast episode, Vogue Williams has admitted the name of her fourth baby is ‘a bit mad’. The Irish TV star announced she is expecting her fourth child with husband Spencer Matthews in an Instagram post in April. View this post on Instagram A post […]

    6 days ago

  • FSAI issues urgent recall of chicken products sold in supermarkets across Ireland

    FSAI issues urgent recall of chicken products sold in supermarkets across Ireland

    Consumers and retailers are advised to exercise caution The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) has issued an urgent recall for a food product sold across Irish stores due to the possible presence of pieces of glass’. Consumers and retailers are advised to exercise caution as batches of Nora Salmon Roe are being recalled. The […]

    1 month ago

  • Vet reveals what your dog is really trying to tell you when they lick you

    Vet reveals what your dog is really trying to tell you when they lick you

    These actions aren’t just haphazard You might find it cute or incredibly annoying, but an expert has revealed what it really means when your dog licks you. Vet Dr Julian Norton says when a dog licks you, it can carry genuine meaning. Speaking on behalf of Pure Pet Food, he explains: “People sometimes ask why […]

    1 month ago

  • Valerie’s Law nears final approval as Cabinet decision looms

    Valerie’s Law nears final approval as Cabinet decision looms

    “This is child protection.” Legislation that would prevent someone who killed their child’s other parent from automatically retaining guardianship rights is on the way. Minister for Justice Jim O’Callaghan will bring his proposals to the Cabinet today (May 7). The law would be applied retrospectively, subject to the discretion of the court, according to a […]

    1 month ago

  • Nicola Coughlan might have just shared ‘Ireland’s best-kept secret’ with the Brits

    Nicola Coughlan might have just shared ‘Ireland’s best-kept secret’ with the Brits

    “So, in Ireland, there’s this website…” We all know Nicola Coughlan has long been an ambassador for all things Irish, but now she might have just shared “the most Irish thing ever” with the Brits, and it’s safe to say they’re lapping it up. Chatting with presenter Nick Grimshaw and Michelin-starred chef Angela Hartnett on […]

    1 month ago

  • How King Charles asserts dominance as he meets Donald Trump at White House

    How King Charles asserts dominance as he meets Donald Trump at White House

    The mind games continue. King Charles has begun his state visit to the United States with a White House meeting alongside Donald Trump, with some observers suggesting that subtle diplomatic manoeuvring may already be in play. Despite security concerns, the state visit is proceeding as planned in the aftermath of the shooting at the White […]

    1 month ago

  • Unique Irish name makes unexpected appearance in hit Netflix show

    Unique Irish name makes unexpected appearance in hit Netflix show

    We love this name! A very unique Irish name made an unexpected appearance in a Netflix comedy series. Black comedy thriller Bodkin follows American podcast host Gilbert Power as he travels to the fictional Irish coastal town of Bodkin to investigate a long-cold mystery: the disappearance of three people during a Samhain celebration. He is […]

    1 month ago

  • Ryan Tubridy addresses calls for him to run for President of Ireland

    Ryan Tubridy addresses calls for him to run for President of Ireland

    “What I have learned about life is to never say never to anything.” Ryan Tubridy has responded to calls for him to run for President of Ireland. While he ruled out a run for Áras an Uachtaráin last year, the former Late Late Show host has since said he isn’t closing the door on the […]

    1 month ago

  • Australian influencer slammed for leaving baby unattended on holiday

    Australian influencer slammed for leaving baby unattended on holiday

    She has issued an apology An Australian influencer was forced to apologise to her followers after leaving her six-month-old baby alone in a locked hotel room while on holiday in Bali. Social media personality Taleigha Skye shared a video explaining that she went for a foot massage. At the same time, her infant remained in […]

    2 months ago

  • First look at Laura Fox’s stunning wedding look as 2FM presenter gets married

    First look at Laura Fox’s stunning wedding look as 2FM presenter gets married

    We’re obsessed! 2FM’s Laura Fox tied the knot with her longtime love, Brian Moran, on Tuesday afternoon (April 21). The Irish presenter effortlessly embraced one of today’s most sought-after bridal trends, looking radiant as she celebrated her marriage in a beautiful civil ceremony at Dublin’s City Hall. Short, chic bridal dresses have surged in popularity […]

    2 months ago

  • 7 unique Irish baby names for girls with gorgeous meanings

    7 unique Irish baby names for girls with gorgeous meanings

    Íde is our favourite! Anyone who has ever planned for, or been expecting, a child will recognise the all-too-familiar pressure of choosing the perfect name for their little one. Agreeing on what to name your child is a major decision for many expectant parents. With everyone bringing their own tastes and preferences to the table, […]

    2 months ago

  • Christina Applegate reportedly hospitalised amid battle with multiple sclerosis

    Christina Applegate reportedly hospitalised amid battle with multiple sclerosis

    She revealed her diagnosis in 2021 Actor Christina Applegate has been hospitalised as she continues to live with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to reports. Celebrity website TMZ reported that the star was hospitalised in Los Angeles late last month, though the reasons for her treatment remain unclear. Back in 2021, Applegate revealed her MS diagnosis, […]

    2 months ago

  • Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews announce they’re expecting fourth baby

    Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews announce they’re expecting fourth baby

    “Baby number 4 incoming!” Vogue Williams has taken to her Instagram to announce she and Spencer Matthews are expecting baby number four. Vogue and Spencer already share three children: Gigi, Theo, and Otto. Vogue has previously opened up about the possibility of having a fourth child with Spencer, including in 2024 when she revealed the […]

    2 months ago

  • Doireann Garrihy gives honest maternity leave update: “The juggle is real”

    Doireann Garrihy gives honest maternity leave update: “The juggle is real”

    “It’s just a bit chaotic.” Even though Doireann Garrihy is still on maternity leave, the RTÉ star explained that she has already started getting ready ahead of her return. Garrihy welcomed her baby girl Rosie in October with husband Mark Mehigan and has been enjoying family life since. However, the presenter revealed that life is […]

    2 months ago

  • Newborn heel prick test expanded for two more rare conditions

    Newborn heel prick test expanded for two more rare conditions

    “Screening gives children the best chance from the very beginning.” Testing for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is now being offered to every newborn in Ireland for the first time. The screening was introduced as part of the national heel prick test, enabling babies to be tested for SMA within days of birth. The move has […]

    2 months ago

  • Joanne McNally reunites with biological father and half-siblings in Australia

    Joanne McNally reunites with biological father and half-siblings in Australia

    “Adoption is wild … very lucky to have such sound biologicals.” Joanne McNally shared sweet snaps on Instagram yesterday of her meeting her biological father and half-siblings during a trip to Australia. The Irish comedian was adopted back in the 1980s and has spoken openly about her journey to find her birth parents. A couple […]

    2 months ago

  • Aubrey Plaza expecting first child

    Aubrey Plaza expecting first child

    Congratulations! Aubrey Plaza is expecting her first child with partner Chris Abbott, with the baby due this fall, a source told People. “It was a beautiful surprise after an emotional year,” the source says, adding that “they feel very blessed,” the source said. Aubrey’s rep has since confirmed the news. Plaza (41) and Abbott (40) […]

    2 months ago

  • Blake Lively vows to keep fighting after Justin Baldoni ruling

    Blake Lively vows to keep fighting after Justin Baldoni ruling

    “I will never stop doing my part.” Blake Liveley has issued a statement on her Instagram after a judge dismissed most of the claims in her lawsuit against her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni. In the statement shared on Instagram, Blake Lively described the legal battle as “unfathomably painful” and claimed she remains […]

    2 months ago

  • Summer wedding coming up? Penneys’ spring collection is full of perfect options

    Summer wedding coming up? Penneys’ spring collection is full of perfect options

    We’re obsessed! Penneys have just dropped their spring collection, and the dresses? Absolutely to die for! I think it’s safe to say that spring has finally sprung, especially with daylight savings giving us those glorious evenings that make life feel worth living again, and slowly nudging our seasonal blues back into hibernation. If you’ve glanced […]

    2 months ago

  • Dunnes Stores launches gorgeous set perfect to wear on your little one’s confirmation

    Dunnes Stores launches gorgeous set perfect to wear on your little one’s confirmation

    We’re obsessed! Shoppers are raving about this gorgeous Dunnes set, perfect for spring and summer. As we ease through that awkward in-between season, when the days are getting warmer, but spring hasn’t quite arrived, this set is the perfect way to welcome sunnier moments, and the colour is absolutely stunning. Dunnes Stores has released a […]

    2 months ago

  • Tommy Fury lines up huge fight one day after Molly-Mae Hague’s due date

    Tommy Fury lines up huge fight one day after Molly-Mae Hague’s due date

    The couple prepare to welcome their second child Tommy Fury has booked a major fight just one day after Molly-Mae Hague’s due date as the couple prepares to welcome their second child. The former Love Island finalist and fashion mogul announced last month that she is expecting her second child with her partner Tommy Fury. […]

    2 months ago

  • Ryanair cuts flights to popular holiday hotspot dubbed the ‘Mediterranean Maldives’

    Ryanair cuts flights to popular holiday hotspot dubbed the ‘Mediterranean Maldives’

    A move that’s sure to disappoint many travellers With spring and summer just around the corner, Ryanair couldn’t have picked a worse time to announce it’s cutting flights to a popular destination, a move that’s sure to disappoint many travellers. In recent months, the airline has put a stop to various destinations such as the […]

    3 months ago

  • Doireann Garrihy opens up about the pressure to ‘bounce back’ from pregnancy

    Doireann Garrihy opens up about the pressure to ‘bounce back’ from pregnancy

    “I have no massive intention to do any big bounce back.” Doireann Garrihy says she has no intention to “bounce back” after welcoming her baby Rosie, while deeming the term itself “awful.” The 2FM presenter admitted it’s “next to impossible” to have a career in media and not feel insecure at times and confessed she […]

    3 months ago

  • Saoirse Ronan and Jessie Buckley join star-studded cast of highly anticipated new film

    Saoirse Ronan and Jessie Buckley join star-studded cast of highly anticipated new film

    Josh O’Connor and Dakota Johnson round out the star-studded cast Saoirse Ronan and Jessie Buckley, two of Ireland’s leading ladies, are teaming up for a highly anticipated new film. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Saoirse Ronan and Jessie Buckley are set to act alongside each other in the upcoming feature adaptation of Audrey […]

    3 months ago

  • Roz Purcell reveals she just got married and her dress is to die for

    Roz Purcell reveals she just got married and her dress is to die for

    Roz Purcell has officially tied the knot with her partner, now husband, Zach Desmond. The pair got married in a small, intimate ceremony at City Hall in Dublin. Zach, who is the son of Denis Desmond, the owner of MCD Productions, popped the question to the 2FM presenter on the Cliffs of Moher back in […]

    3 months ago

  • Women’s pain lasts longer than men’s, according to study

    Women’s pain lasts longer than men’s, according to study

    “It’s not in the mind.” For years, researchers studying chronic pain have tried to understand why men and women who sustain similar injuries often experience different levels and durations of pain. New research by Michigan State University indicates that men and women, in fact, do experience pain differently, with women more likely to report longer-lasting […]

    4 months ago

  • Doireann Garrihy shares emotional first account of daughter Rosie’s birth

    Doireann Garrihy shares emotional first account of daughter Rosie’s birth

    “I’ll never forget it.” Doireann Garrihy has shared a new update on the birth of her daughter Rosie. The RTÉ star welcomed her baby girl Rosie with her husband Mark Mehigan back in October.Now, a few months after Rosie’s birth, Doireann has opened up about her experience. Speaking on The Baby Tribe podcast, the 33-year-old […]

    4 months ago

  • Country singer Lisa McHugh shares health update after returning home from hospital

    Country singer Lisa McHugh shares health update after returning home from hospital

    Lisa’s hospitalisation forced her to cancel her planned comeback concert Lisa McHugh has shared a positive update on her health after she was rushed to the hospital with sepsis. Just last week, the country music singer was taken to the hospital as she had sepsis, which is a serious and often life-threatening complication that is […]

    4 months ago

  • Dunnes Stores shoppers rush to buy Acne Studios-inspired trench coat

    Dunnes Stores shoppers rush to buy Acne Studios-inspired trench coat

    It’s giving major Scandi vibes Dunnes Stores shoppers are raving over the retailer’s new cropped trench coat, which is giving major Acne Studios vibes. The Savida Short Trench is cut in a regular fit with a modern cropped length, finished with an adjustable drawstring that allows you to tailor the shape, creating a very similar […]

    4 months ago

  • Domestic violence is now legal in Afghanistan

    Domestic violence is now legal in Afghanistan

    “It is impossible for women to get any justice for an assault that happens to them.” Taliban leaders in Afghanistan have published a new penal code, which will legalise acts of physical punishment against women. It comes after Hibatullah Akhundzada, the Supreme Leader of the Islamist extreme group, signed a 90-page criminal code which outlines […]

    4 months ago

  • The classic baby name making a comeback as Wuthering Heights hits cinemas

    The classic baby name making a comeback as Wuthering Heights hits cinemas

    We’re obsessed with this name Baby name trends tend to move in cycles, with names that were popular decades ago often finding their way back into favour. Choosing a more “vintage” name can also mean avoiding strong associations within your own peer group. As baby naming consultant SJ Strum previously told Yahoo UK, opting for […]

    4 months ago

  • Influencer Lorna Luxe ‘heartbroken’ as she announces death of her husband John

    Influencer Lorna Luxe ‘heartbroken’ as she announces death of her husband John

    “I am heartbroken. We were together to the very end.” Successful influencer Lorna Luxe has announced her husband, banker John Andrews, has died following a battle with cancer. Lorna took to her Instagram to share the sad news yesterday (Thursday, February 12). Over the past year, Lorna has been very vocal about John’s health journey […]

    4 months ago

  • Warning issued to couples who have sex less than once a week

    Warning issued to couples who have sex less than once a week

    Women who have sex at least once a week are the ‘happiest’ in their relationship According to a study, 85% of women who had sex once a week described themselves as ‘sexually satisfied’. On the contrary, only 66% of women who had sex once a month reported the same level of satisfaction. The percentage dropped […]

    4 months ago

  • Vogue Williams issues update after rushing son Otto to A&E

    Vogue Williams issues update after rushing son Otto to A&E

    She praised the hospital staff for their help Vogue Williams took to her Instagram to praise hospital staff after her youngest son, Otto, ended up in hospital over the weekend. Otto is Vogue, and Spencer Matthews youngest child out of three and regularly gives her fans an insight into his antics on her podcast with […]

    4 months ago

  • Jesy Nelson says her ‘resilient’ twin girls will beat the odds against SMA

    Jesy Nelson says her ‘resilient’ twin girls will beat the odds against SMA

    “They are literally superhuman, honestly.” Jesy Nelson has recently shared that she ‘just has to get on with it’ as her twin girls battle SMA type one. Despite all the challenges the former Little Mix singer has faced since her pregnancy, she says her girls are “little superhumans” and will “defy the odds”. The singer […]

    4 months ago

  • Jesy Nelson supports under-16 social media ban to protect daughters

    Jesy Nelson supports under-16 social media ban to protect daughters

    “I’m all for kids being kids for as long as possible.” Jesy Nelson knows better than most the darker side of social media, having faced relentless online trolling since her debut on The X Factor in 2011 as a member of Little Mix. In a recent documentary which follows her journey into motherhood, the singer […]

    4 months ago

  • Brad Pitt relocates to Dublin suburb to film his upcoming movie

    Brad Pitt relocates to Dublin suburb to film his upcoming movie

    Matt Damon stayed in the same suburb in 2020 According to the Irish Independent, Brad Pitt will be on Irish soil for the next two weeks to film his upcoming A24 movie, The Riders. The Hollywood star is rumoured to be staying in Dalkey, which is the same neighbourhood Matt Damon temporarily stayed in back […]

    4 months ago

  • France set to abolish concept of marital duty to have sex

    France set to abolish concept of marital duty to have sex

    Supporters hope it will help reduce instances of marital rape France is making moves to legally establish the end of the so-called “conjugal rights”, the notion that marriage means a duty to have sex. On Wednesday, a bill was approved in the National Assembly, adding a clause to the country’s civil code to make clear […]

    4 months ago

  • The reason parents shouldn’t ignore constant heartburn

    The reason parents shouldn’t ignore constant heartburn

    Prevention and early detection can save lives Heartburn now and then is common and generally harmless, but if it becomes frequent or ongoing, it’s worth getting checked out. According to new Amárach research, a large majority of people (70%) would not be confident in recognising the early warning signs of oesophageal cancer. Ireland’s Oesophageal Cancer […]

    4 months ago

  • Infant boy seriously injured after dog attack in Co Kilkenny

    Infant boy seriously injured after dog attack in Co Kilkenny

    An 18-month-old boy has been left seriously injured An 18-month-old boy has been left seriously injured following a dog attack in Callan, Co Kilkenny. Gardaí and emergency services were called to the incident, which involved two dogs. The attack happened at a house in Callan at 3 pm yesterday. The little boy was rushed to […]

    4 months ago

  • Roz Purcell shares her controversial take on this popular wedding custom

    Roz Purcell shares her controversial take on this popular wedding custom

    “Maybe some people will be mad about this, but as a 2026 bride, I’m gonna say it.” Irish star Roz Purcell has made it clear where she stands regarding a certain popular wedding custom, and she didn’t hold back when sharing her opinion online. The 35-year-old model, who is set to marry her longtime partner […]

    4 months ago

  • Penneys issue major change in Irish stores

    Penneys issue major change in Irish stores

    They issued a statement A major change is on its way for some of Dublin’s Penneys locations as the shops undergo a rearrangement in the new year. It has been revealed that Penneys has cut ties with the retailer WornWell, which featured in several popular Irish locations and in the UK. WornWell was introduced in […]

    4 months ago

  • Kate Middleton dons practical yet chic Irish design amid storm Chandra

    Kate Middleton dons practical yet chic Irish design amid storm Chandra

    It’s not the first time she has worn the Irish design Despite the fierce weather brought by Storm Chandra, Kate braved wind and rain on Tuesday (January 27) to visit several organisations in Northern England, promoting community and nature for those affected by trauma or mental health struggles, and all while looking effortlessly stylish. Kate […]

    4 months ago

  • Urgent recall issued for infant formula and follow-on formula

    Urgent recall issued for infant formula and follow-on formula

    The recall is being issued in the interest of public health The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) advises that Nestlé is voluntarily recalling certain batches of its SMA infant formula and follow-on formula due to the potential presence of cereulide. Cereulide is a toxin which is produced by some strains of the bacterium Bacillus […]

    5 months ago

  • Surprise Christmas social welfare boost as payment comes early next week

    Surprise Christmas social welfare boost as payment comes early next week

    Thousands of Irish social welfare recipients will receive their payment early Thousands of Irish social welfare recipients will receive their payment early next week due to the Christmas break. Around this time of year, many households across Ireland are facing increased financial pressure as the cost-of-living crisis continues. However, thousands of people on social welfare […]

    6 months ago

  • Children will no longer need an assessment of needs in order to receive special education

    Children will no longer need an assessment of needs in order to receive special education

    18,097 children are waiting on AON Children’s Minister Norma Foley has announced plans to scrap the need for an AON for school placements. Children with additional needs will no longer need an assessment of need (AON) to access appropriate school placements. Right now, the assessment is needed for children if they want to secure a […]

    6 months ago

  • Four-year-old boy killed in Offaly was at grandaunt’s house to watch the Toy Show

    Four-year-old boy killed in Offaly was at grandaunt’s house to watch the Toy Show

    Gardaí have described the attack as ‘reckless and callous’ Four-year-old Tadhg Farrell who was killed in a petrol bomb attack was at his grandaunt’s house to watch the Late Late Toy Show. Tadgh Farrell and his grandaunt Mary Hold (60) died after an accelerant was thrown through the window of Ms Holt’s home in Castleview […]

    6 months ago