Hopefully the simulation will warn others YouTuber Zack D. Films has created an educational simulation which shows what happened to a teenager’s brain after being dared to eat a slug. It is hoped the film will act as a warning to other youngsters about the dangers of some dares and viral challenges. In 2010, Australian […]

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It was only a matter of time… As the glutton in all of us gears up for this weekend’s chocolate Easter egg haul, an AI tool has come up with a timely rendering of Jesus Christ‘s real face. Using the famous Shroud of Turin, website Midjourney managed to reprocess the linen cloth’s alleged facial imprint […]

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She had already booked flights and accommodation for the holiday. A British mum was left “devastated” after the Passport Office denied her application for a passport for her toddler because she shares the same name as a character from the HBO series Game of Thrones. 39-year-old Lucy from Swindon had planned a once-in-a-lifetime trip to […]

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Guess we’ll have to resort to having an in-flight glass of vino If you’re someone who can see past the taste of airplane coffee, the following information may be enough for you to turn down your next in-flight caffeine craving. One flight attendant has decided to give flyers a heads-up before they accept that cup […]

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A study has found that second-born children tend to be more rebellious than the oldest child. I don’t know if this is true for all families but it’s definitely true with my crew. As a mother of two, I can verify that my second-born is much more of a handful than my eldest. I’m already […]

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He’s unrecognisable these days The actor famed for tackling a monstrous chocolate cake in front of an assembly full of students in Matilda is now a doctor specialising in osteopathy! Jimmy Karz played the young student in the Danny DeVito adaptation of Roald Dahl’s famous book, but he’s long since been doing something else with […]

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There’s this thing called a toilet – who knew? Let’s be honest, we’ve all done it. You’ve hopped into the shower and turned on the warm water that comfortingly enrobes your skin, life is bliss, but then suddenly it hits you. Desperate to have a pee, the idea of getting out of the shower to […]

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He took up a different career

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Interesting. Airlines across the globe are hiking up their prices, and at this point, it feels like we need to pay extra for every little thing on board. From our luggage to our seats, everything comes with an extra cost no matter what the airline is, and naturally, we’ll try not to pay these no […]

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18-year-old Órán McConville was killed in a single vehicle crash last week. Britain’s Got Talent star, Órán McConville has died just weeks after his father. The 18-year-old was killed in a single vehicle crash in County Down last week. He was travelling in the front passengers seat of a car that crashed in the early […]

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It’s a cupboard staple, but do any of us actually know what it’s made from? Paprika is a spice that most of us have stowed away in a kitchen cupboard, and it has grown in popularity over the last few years thanks to it being a common inclusion in many chicken and halloumi recipes on […]

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It’s grim news for all of humanity. A woman who apparently ‘died and spent three days in heaven’ has opened up about the message she received while on the other side. Author Julie Poole revealed in a 30-minute interview on the Life After Life podcast that she took an overdose of medication in her 20’s […]

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The explanation is more complex than you might think. A qualified doctor with a large social media following has addressed the question of what is going on within our bowels when we feel the need to dash to the loo shortly after finishing a meal. While some people who experience this weird occurrence seem to […]

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The little Labrador poodle mix wasn’t even old enough to have been removed from his mother. A caring and good-hearted vet is being praised online for adopting a seven-week-old puppy who was brought into his practice to be euthanised. Dr Oliver Reeve, who owns a veterinary hospital in Auckland, New Zealand, was shocked when the […]

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She’s teaching her husband a lesson by divorcing him. A woman became so infuriated by her husband’s decision to leave their dogs outside in the cold that she initiated divorce proceedings. In a subreddit titled ‘r/AITAH’, which describes itself as a spin-off of the popular ‘Am I The Asshole’ subreddit, a user by the name […]

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That’s one way to make your colleagues dislike you. A man who was sent to HR for laughing at his co-worker’s baby names has detailed the incident in a Reddit post. The brave employee posted the story in a popular subreddit called ‘Am I The A**hole’, where he asked other users to decide whether or […]

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“Dolls encourage them to create their own little imaginary worlds” If your child is a big doll-lover, it could be helping them become a better person, according to one study by Cardiff University, conducted in partnership with Mattel. A team of researchers, using neuroscience, discovered new evidence that doll play can activate brain regions that allow children to develop […]

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Eoghan McDermott vowed to do his best for his son Former 2FM presenter Eoghan McDermott has become a dad for the first time. The presenter announced the arrival of his first child on Instagram this week. Eoghan confirmed that his partner Alessandra gave birth to a baby boy in Holles St. Hospital. He shared photos […]

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We shuddered. Just a little.

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The actor was just 17 years old when she appeared in Pirates Of The Caribbean alongside Johnny Depp Keira Knightley says she had to go through “many years of therapy” after starring in the first Pirates Of The Caribbean film. The actor was just 17 years old when she appeared as Elizabeth Swann alongside Johnny Depp […]

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Get him on the show! Paul Rudd has revealed that he is a huge fan of the show Gogglebox. While sitting down with JOE to discuss his role in the brand new Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Rudd discussed the differences between life on this side of the Atlantic versus the US. As well as admitting that […]

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He admitted that he hasn’t washed his favourite pair for 10 years The Levi’s CEO has issued a warning to people who put their jeans in the washing machine. Charles ‘Chip’ Bergh has been a strong advocate for never washing jeans and has even admitted to not putting his favourite pair of jeans through the […]

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Macaulay Culkin is one of the most recognisable former child stars ever Culkin began acting when he was just four years old. He went on to become an internationally recognisable star after he starred as Kevin McAllister in Home Alone. However, behind the scenes he was going through a tough time. He famously ‘divorced’ his […]

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She looks so beautiful In recent years, Pamela Anderson has been praised for appearing at Hollywood events without makeup on. Just last week, the 57-year-old attended the SAG Awards in Los Angeles, where she was nominated for Best Actress for her role in The Last Showgirl. Pamela looked stunning on the red carpet as she […]

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The chances have increased once again NASA have confirmed that the odds of the ‘city killer’ asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth have increased once again. The asteroid, which is believed to be around the size of Big Ben, had a one in 43 (2.3 per cent) chance of hitting Earth in 2032. This had previously […]

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A couple were left “absolutely heartbroken” after their lottery ticket payment didn’t go through The pair missed out on a whopping £182 million jackpot as a result of a lack of funds at the time of purchasing the ticket. Rachel Kennedy, 19, and Liam McCrohan, 21, both from Hertfordshire in the UK, had their winning […]

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Research suggests a secular upbringing might be better for children Reports have suggested that raising your children without religion might actually be better for them. Over the last 15 years, more and more research has found that a household without religion can be healthier for kids. An article from the Los Angeles Times‘ Phil Zuckerman […]

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Victims ‘die quietly, like leaves falling from a tree’ So many of us love Thai food, but there’s one particular dish that’s deadly. Just one bite could give you liver cancer. The dish in question is extremely popular in the Thai province of Khon Kaen and is known as Koi Pla. Koi Pla, which is […]

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He claimed he was being discriminated against A man who had been on sick leave from his job for 15 years then tried to sue them for not giving him a pay rise. Ian Clifford went on sick leave from IBM for mental-health-related reasons in September 2008, and was still off work in 2013 having […]

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Not such Posh tastebuds! David and Victoria Beckham have been married for more than 25 years. And for all of that time, plus some, Posh Spice has had a rather, un-posh palate, according to her hubby. David spoke about the couple’s culinary differences on the River Cafe Table 4 Podcast, revealing that while he enjoys […]

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“The memory of that night will stay with me forever.” Princess Diana tragically died following a car crash in Paris, France in 1997. Her death was a global story, sparking heartbreak across the world, but now a firefighter who was at the scene of the fateful crash has revealed what she said to him moments […]

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Success at the company boils down to the hot drink test Job interviews can be a real game of chess, and it isn’t always obvious where you’ve gone wrong. But one boss has revealed he has a very unique way of testing potential candidates’ suitability, and it has nothing to do with a five-or-ten-year plan. […]

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This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. The Aldi Espresso Machine was snapped up by shoppers At the end of 2024 Aldi launched an affordable Espresso Machine for just £60, which is a bargain compared to other models out there. For example Breville’s barista machine for […]

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A mum has caused a stir after admitting that she regrets adopting her daughter In a post on Reddit, the mum explained that she chose to adopt her second child, after welcoming her first via IVF. “So years ago before the birth of my first son, I was told it would be hard for me […]

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Make sure you’re not making these mistakes You’ve either got an air fryer or you’ve heard about how everyone’s got one – either way, it’s difficult to avoid air fryer chat nowadays. Hailed as the best thing since sliced bread, air fryer owners would have you believe that purchasing the device is the best decision […]

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This left some people stumped A puzzle involving a cow has gone viral on X after people failed to agree on the correct solution to the brain teaser. The cow maths puzzle starts by saying: “I bought a cow for $800. I sold it for $1,000. “I bought it again for $1,100. I sold it […]

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‘The water comes out the sky’ Tom Holland says he got behind on his water bills because he didn’t realise he had to pay for it. The 28-year-old actor has called for more ‘life lessons’ to be taught in schools to help young adults prepare for the mundane issues that have be dealt with on […]

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This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Treat yourself To be honest, nothing sounds better than thinking about being on hot beaches with cold drinks right now. As January payday finally approaches, it sounds like the perfect excuse to us to get something booked. But where […]

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‘This sucks.’ A Tesla driver left people stunned after sharing how much it cost him in electricity to run his car. Tesla is the king of the electric car scene, as one of the world’s most valuable companies and one of the leaders in the electric vehicle market. But although electrics cars are the future, […]

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The CBeebies icon will be taking a break from the channel Kids TV legend Justin Fletcher will be stepping back from the channel after 22 years, it has been announced. For decades, CBeebies has been entertaining young kids – and helping out countless parents – with programmes such as its iconic bedtime story segment and […]

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Game-changer Come winter time, there is nothing more annoying than waking up on a Monday morning and getting ready to drag yourself into work only for the first task of the day to be chiselling your way into the car in an experience that chills you right to the bone. Well, you may no longer […]

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25 counties have been issued with a Status Orange alert. Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange low temperature and ice warning for 25 counties, including all of Munster and Connacht. The only county in the Republic of Ireland not under a Status Orange warning is Donegal. The warning takes effect from 8 pm on […]

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A new snow-ice has been issued warning for Ireland. Met Éireann has confirmed that a Status Yellow Snow-Ice warning will be in place for the entire country from mid-day today (Monday, January 6) until mid-day tomorrow, (Tuesday, January 7). The update warned of hazardous travelling conditions, poor visibility, and travel disruption throughout Ireland. A separate […]

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You could get up to 70 days off work. Have you started planning your time off for 2025? By strategically using your annual leave around Ireland’s bank holidays, you could enjoy up to 70 days off work. Of course, this depends on your individual personal leave entitlement, but with some clever planning, here’s how to […]

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Just when you thought you couldn’t love Keanu Reeves anymore Keanu Reeves has already earned himself a reputation as one of the nicest guys in Hollywood, if not the world, and it’s for reasons exactly like this. The John Wick and Matrix star, who is thought to be worth a staggering £275 million, has never […]

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Google helped solve the mystery The body of a woman who disappeared without a trace for two years was found thanks to Google Maps. Paulette Landrieux, 83, disappeared from her home while her husband Marcel Taret was doing housework. Taret had left her watching television while she was eating lunch while he hung washing outside. […]

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A finger-licking good festive tradition Christmas dinner in Ireland usually only means one thing – turkey. But in Japan, they clearly can’t be bothered waiting around 3 and half hours for a bird to cook. They tuck into KFC instead, a rather unlikely festive tradition that may have started from a fib. In 1974, KFC […]

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The sound means someone has less than 24 hours until they die. Experts are raising awareness for a sound a person makes when they are about to die. The scary or unsettling noise can mean a person has less than 24 hours left to live. A number of events occur when someone is near death, […]

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‘This is a reason some mother-in-laws aren’t welcomed around’ A grandma sparked outrage online after buying matching Christmas pyjamas for all of her grandkids – except her son’s step-child. A picture of the woman’s six grandchildren went viral last year, showing them all sitting cross-legged in front of the Christmas tree. Five of them are […]

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She was the same age as Rihanna is today There can be no doubt that Home Alone is one of the best Christmas films of all time, and it’s rare the festive season feels complete without at least one watch of it. But even more than three decades after the film’s release, there are still […]

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