“I think that would be very damaging to them.” The royal family had “concerns” about Archie’s skin tone before he was born, Meghan Markle has said. The Duchess, whose interview with Oprah and husband Prince Harry aired last night in the States, said that prior to the birth of the couple’s first child, there were […]

5 years ago

The bombshell interview aired last night. Meghan Markle has said she experienced suicidal thoughts as a member of the royal family. Speaking to Oprah during her and Prince Harry’s tell-all interview, which aired on US television last night, the Duchess said that at some points after her marriage she “just didn’t want to be alive […]

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Fair play, Baz. Baz Ashmawy has announced the birth of his first grandchild. The 45 year old DIY SOS presenter took to Instagram today to share the happy news and post a really quite sweet photo of his newest family addition. He also called himself a “GILF,” which is fair enough. “So, our little girl […]

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No, it’s not a sly dig. Well, maybe it is, but Meghan’s not the only one who has referred to the Windsors as a Firm rather than a Family, over the years. In fact, the Windsors themselves have done it in the past, suggesting that their family is not merely a group of people who […]

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Clear your schedules, lads. RTÉ 2 has won the rights to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s tell-all interview with Oprah. The CBS chat where, according to Oprah, “nothing is off limits,” will be airing in the States on Sunday night, and thankfully, us Irish won’t need to wait that much longer to watch it. RTÉ’s […]

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The court battle has been ongoing for years. Sofía Vergara’s ex Nick Loeb will not be able to bring her frozen embryos to term without her consent, a court has said. Vergara was granted an injunction this week by a Los Angeles Superior Court judge, banning Loeb from using the two frozen embryos without his […]

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The President was spotted out with the dog multiple times this week. Michael D Higgins has officially got himself a new puppy, a five month old Bernese Mountain dog named Misneach. Speculation was rife as to the name of the president’s new pup after he was spotted out and about with old friend Bród and […]

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He’s gone, lads. A dolphin spotted swimming around Galway Bay is probably not Fungie, despite our hope and best efforts to will it to be so. After footage of a dolphin swimming alongside a boat was shared on social media, Fungie fans and regular folk alike began speculating as to whether the iconic dolphin has […]

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The ad will not run again in its current format. The Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland has found Ryanair to be in breach of its codes of practice. The airline’s recent “vax and go” advert, which encouraged people to “book your Easter and Summer holidays today with Ryanair,” has been found to be “misleading,” “offensive,” […]

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And she’s got every right to be too. Yes, Meghan Markle is wearing Princess Diana’s bracelet in her upcoming interview with Oprah, and yes, it entirely makes sense for her to do so too. Since her entry into the British royal family – and subsequent decision to leave – the former Suits star has been […]

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“I think I’m getting there.” Vicky Phelan has said she is feeling “hopeful” after receiving the first results after beginning new cervical cancer treatment in the States. The CervicalCheck campaigner flew to the US earlier this year to begin a new treatment in Maryland after the Pembro drug stopped working for her. This immunotherapy medical […]

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Season six will begin airing this month. The eagerly anticipated sixth season of Line Of Duty is set to debut on BBC One towards the end of this month, on March 21. BBC revealed that the series would be returning in the springtime a few months back, after coronavirus led to several shooting and scheduling […]

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Sore news for fans of the show. Dancing On Ice has been cut short due to repeated injuries, drop outs, and the coronavirus pandemic. The finale of this year’s ITV reality show had been pulled by one week, the network confirmed today. They released a statement revealing the news this afternoon. The finale was originally […]

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“I understand that every story needs a villain…” Jamie Spears’ lawyer has said that supporters of the #FreeBritney movement have gotten it “so wrong” when it comes to the star’s conservatorship. Britney has been under the care of her father since 2008 due to a court ruling that gave him control over much of her […]

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“Just remember – we are still here.” The first trailer for the upcoming season of the Handmaid’s Tale is here, and yes, it’s going to be explosive. The eagerly anticipated fourth season of the wildly successful Margaret Atwood adaptation is coming to TV screens later this year, and if this trailer is anything to go […]

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SUMMER IS COMING. Or at least, spring is, and hey, that’s something, right? It would indeed appear as if the worst of the winter weather is well and truly behind us, and thank god for that. With the sun comes promise, longer days, and the ability to sit anywhere that isn’t our own homes. And […]

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Good news, everyone. After Life will return for a third season this year, Ricky Gervais has confirmed. The comedy writer said this week that his award winning and really quite touching series about grief, love, and moving on will be getting a season three – and that he’s hopeful it will be coming to Netflix […]

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Finally, some good news. The Tommy Tiernan Show has been extended by another six weeks, RTÉ has confirmed. The wildly popular chat show has seen the comedian interview a whole host of delightful people including Baz Ashmawy, Brian O’Driscoll, Helen Behan, and many more – and now he’s set for another month and a half […]

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Gimme. Baileys chocolate cupcakes are coming to a store near you just in time for Mother’s Day – or any day, really. No use discriminating, is there? These inevitably delicious cakes come in four flavours; red velvet, double chocolate, Baileys Original and strawberries and cream. Each cake is combined with Baileys, encased in a chocolate […]

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The Balbriggan salon opened twice this week despite restrictions. Two women have been arrested after a salon in Balbriggan, Dublin opened twice this week amid Level 5 restrictions. Gardaí were called to the C and N Beauty Rooms after owners opened its doors for the second time this week despite current lockdown measures. Two women […]

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“There are real risks that we may face…” Ireland could be facing the same issues managing coronavirus next winter, according to the government’s latest plan. Yesterday marked the release of the government’s new plan, Covid-19 Resilience and Recovery 2021: The Path Ahead. Taoiseach Micheál Martin addressed the nation yesterday evening, confirming a further six weeks of […]

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“If she just lost five pounds, Leo would’ve been able to fit on the raft.” Kate Winslet has shared her “horrible” experience of body shaming in the media after the release of Titanic. The actor, who played Rose in the 1997 James Cameron film, said she was criticised consistently following the movie’s release, most notably […]

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“I was pregnant and had no idea.” Ellie Goulding has announced her first pregnancy with husband Caspar Jopling. The singer, best known for tracks ‘Starry Eyed’ and ‘Burn’, revealed the happy news during an interview with British Vogue. The couple discovered they were expecting their first child back in August on their first wedding anniversary. […]

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“The situation we find ourselves in today is very different to a short few months ago.” Level 5 restrictions will remain in place until at least April 5, with the exception of schools and childcare services reopening, as well as some healthcare services. Taoiseach Micheál Martin addressed the nation this evening stating that the country […]

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April can’t come soon enough. Easter is going to be a solid day for a couple of reasons. The first is because chocolate. The second is because slightly eased restrictions in Ireland (maybe). And the third is because chocolate. As per, M&S has very much been killing the Easter egg game for the past while. […]

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Sad news. The husband of Coronation Street legend Eileen Derbyshire has sadly passed away. Thomas W Holt passed away last weekend following a battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He is survived by his wife and son Oliver Holt. “My dad never forgot Stockport even when he was deep into his struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease,” wrote sports […]

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Schools are expected to begin reopening next week. Minster for Health Stephen Donnelly has clarified comments he made yesterday about the reopening of schools. Speaking on Claire Byrne Live last night, the minister said that talks between the government and teachers unions regarding the expected phased reopening of schools next month were “ongoing,” despite reports […]

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Any virtual window shopping going..? Dundrum Town Centre has launched a new “virtual shopping experience” while non-essential retailers remain shut over lockdown. Harvey Nichols and Folkster are among the stores offering online personal shopping appointments to customers looking to shop amid Level 5 restrictions, with the latter introducing Zoom consultations for brides-to-be and bridal parties. […]

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YES, Idris. Idris Elba has confirmed that filming on the Luther movie will begin this year. The actor, who played DCI John Luther in the incredibly popular BBC show, said this month that after much delay, filming on the project will officially begin later this year. Chatting with MistaJam at the All-New Capital Weekender, Idris […]

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He will remain in hospital for a few days. The Duke of Edinburgh Prince Philip has been taken to hospital after reporting that he was “feeling unwell.” Philip, aged 99, was taken to London’s King Edward VII Hospital yesterday evening. Buckingham Palace has issued a statement to confirm the news. “His Royal Highness The Duke […]

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A decision to expected to be made today. The Junior Cert might be cancelled this year to place a renewed focus on the Leaving Cert. Minister for Education Norma Foley is due to brief the Cabinet today on the issues regarding schools reopening, as well as the status of the Junior and Leaving Cert examinations […]

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There is so much more to learn from all of the information that is so readily available. Another Madeleine McCann documentary has been made, this time about the prime suspect in the case, Christian B. Christian Brückner, a German man, was announced as the prime suspect in the disappearance case last year, 13 years after […]

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Classic Dan. Married At First Sight Australia’s Dan Webb has been charged with fraud. The contestant, who is best known for marrying Tamara Rose and subsequently having an affair with Jessika Power, is involved in an alleged multi-million dollar telemarketing scam. According to court documents, Dan is one of 11 people charged with the offence, while […]

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Parents will be asked to sign a “Covid form” when their children return to school.

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WATCH: The trailer for Channel 4’s Caroline Flack documentary is here

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Imagine the drama. Married At First Sight Australia is the reality show to end all reality shows. It’s got drama, it’s got tears, it’s got people getting married the second they meet each other and then doing all of that other unimportant stuff later, like meet each others friends, and having a conversation. MAFS Oz […]

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Travel fines are also expected to be increased. Gardaí are waiting for some families to return from holidays to issue court summons over restriction breaches. Reports have suggested that despite fines currently in place over breaches of Covid travel restrictions, many families and groups are still deciding to go abroad for holidays. The Irish Times […]

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We’re far from out of the woods yet. There will no large gatherings in Ireland for at least six more months, the deputy Chief Medical Officer has predicted. Dr Ronan Glynn has said that the country will most likely not be in a position to encourage crowded areas until the end of the summer. He […]

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“Over a third of young women who were abused reported that they never told anyone about what happened.” 1 in 5 young women have experienced intimate relationship abuse in Ireland. A new survey conducted by Women’s Aid has shown that the pandemic is increasing the risk of online abuse, cyber harassment and dangerous intimate relationships […]

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The dog was treated but did not survive its injuries. A dog has died after the firearm of a Garda discharged during the search of a house in Dublin. The dog attacked the Armed Support Unit and detectives from Coolock Garda Station at a house in Coburg Place, Dublin 1 on Sunday. The dog was […]

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She was admitted to hospital last month. A mother of two has died following an alleged assault in Ennis, Co. Clare. Sharon Bennett, aged 29, was allegedly assaulted by her boyfriend, Patrick Ballard, aged 34, in Ennis’s market area on Thursday, January 28. Bennett was admitted to University Hospital Limerick with a serious head injury. […]

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Schools have been shut since before Christmas. Schools in Ireland are set to open over a phased period before Easter, according to reports. Secondary and primary schools across the country have been closed since before Christmas after failing to reopen due to a sudden surge in Covid-19 cases. The Irish Times reports that all schools […]

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Bryant passed away early last year. The pilot of Kobe Bryant’s helicopter flew into clouds despite being “prohibited” to do so, an investigation has shown. Ara Zobayan, who was killed in the 2020 crash that also took the lives of sports star Bryant and his daughter Brianna, was flying “under visual flight orders which legally […]

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“We all have so many different bright beautiful lives!” she said. Britney Spears has said she is taking time to “be a normal person” following the debut of a new documentary about her life. The New York Times’ Framing Britney Spears was released on Hulu over the weekend, spurring a renewed interest in the singer’s […]

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A massive congratulations to them. Princess Eugenie has welcomed her first child with husband Jack Brooksbank. The 30 year old, who announced her pregnancy last year, shared the happy news on Instagram this afternoon, alongside three blue hearts and a couple of explanation points. https://www.instagram.com/p/CLFEI96lHW1/ The youngest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York […]

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A massive congratulations to them. Princess Eugenie has welcomed her first child with husband Jack Brooksbank. The 30 year old, who announced her pregnancy last year, shared the happy news on Instagram this afternoon, alongside three blue hearts and a couple of explanation points. https://www.instagram.com/p/CLFEI96lHW1/ The youngest daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York […]

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She had no pre-existing conditions. A nine year old girl has died in her sleep after testing positive for Covid-19. Makenzie Gongora, from Texas, tested positive for the virus at the end of January after complaining of feeling run down during her after-school programme. The nine year old was exhibiting mild coronavirus symptoms so her […]

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Be prepared. Met Éireann has issued a snow and ice yellow weather warning for the entire country. The status yellow warning has been issued for Leinster, Connacht, and Munster for 24 hours. The warning will be valid from this Thursday at 8am until Friday at 8am. Accumulations of up to 5cm are expected in some […]

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Tragic. Another person has been killed in a gender reveal party explosion. A man died in Michigan, US last week when a “small canon device” being used to reveal the gender of an unborn baby exploded, spraying shrapnel pieces into the crowd. AP reports that after being struck by one of the pieces, the 26 […]

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Finally, some good news. Just when you thought 2021 couldn’t ever possible be saved, Westlife come and drop the most delightful news the country could have ever anticipated: their “biggest ever” world tour, and even some dates in the US. The lads broke the news last night, sharing to social media that they had split […]

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