An Australian television crew claim they have made a ‘major’ breakthrough in the case of missing toddler Madeleine McCann.  The news was released in a 40-second teaser for the current affairs show Sunday Night, promising a “landmark television event” to be broadcast on Australia’s Channel 7. The clip suggests that forensic scientist Dave Barclay, journalist Rahni […]

10 years ago

Hoping to conceive naturally? Losing just over 9lbs if you are overweight could help double your chances, according to the latest research. The study from the Netherlands focused on 577 overweight or obese women with fertility problems, all with a BMI of between 29 and 35. The study showed that those who lost 9.5lbs in […]

10 years ago

Visual updates on the pregnancy of one of our favourite fashion icons have been few and far between lately, but Beyoncé’s mum threw the Beyhive a bone this week… and caused a flurry of excitement in the process. Tina Lawson posted a stunning shot of the superstar, who is pregnant with twins, with her ex-Destiny’s […]

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Imagine if there was an ice cream with all the smooth, creamy goodness of your go-to brand, with only a fraction of the calories. Well get ready to have dessert EVERY DAY because every kid’s dream is about to become reality. Brothers Charlie and Harry Thuillier have created Oppo; an ice cream with fewer calories […]

10 years ago

Celine Dion has revealed that sharing a ‘huge’ bed with her twin six-year-olds is helping the family process the loss of her husband Rene, who passed away in January. In a rare interview with The Sun, the singer (49) said that being close to her youngest boys, Nelson and Eddy, is helping her come to […]

10 years ago

An estate agent has been ordered to pay €3,000 to a single mum after the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) found it had discriminated against her when she attempted to rent a private property. As reported by Gordon Deegan in the Irish Independent, the unnamed woman, who is mum to a toddler, contacted the Dublin-based estate agent […]

10 years ago

A petition to block the decision to give the Sisters of Charity ownership of the €300 million State-funded maternity hospital has gathered almost 30,000 signatures, writes Orlaith Condon. The Sisters of Charity are currently shareholders in the St Vincent’s Healthcare Group, which the Department of Health said earlier this week would be the “sole owner of […]

10 years ago

New mums in Wexford are to be given boxes that double as cribs as part of a pilot scheme aimed at reducing Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). The idea was inspired by antenatal care in Finland, where the state gives mothers a package filled with useful items such as a snowsuit, hat and mittens, a thermometer, […]

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There’s just something so glam about a full-length gúna. It’s a style that flatters almost everyone; smoothing lumps and bumps, disguising knobbly knees and tricking the camera by lengthening the body. River Island should be your first port of call if you’re on the dress hunt this weekend. The store has launched a 29-piece occasion […]

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A device that de-puffs double chins and zaps cellulite? Yes please. If you’re after the holy grail in beauty buys however, you’ll have to get in line: more than 50,000 people are on the waiting list for a clever little gadget that promises to break down fat cells. The original FasciaBlaster by Ashley Black is […]

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A nanny who helped look after Madeleine McCann in Portugal has spoken out to share her experience of the night the toddler disappeared. The childminder, who asked not to be named, was on the childcare team with Catriona Baker, the main nanny allocated to the family. Madeleine vanished from her bedroom at a Praia de […]

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Your child’s sleep is a work in progress. It requires upkeep and maintenance and refining as they transition through the various stages of childhood. It is not unusual for me to hear from a parent that their dream sleeper has turned into a awful sleeper. My first question will be ‘What has changed?’, and although […]

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With the chilly conditions hanging around well into spring, there’s really nothing for it except to snuggle up in a onesie and extend the hibernation for another few weeks.  As every snuggle-pro knows, there’s only two absolute necessities when it comes to riding out the wintery conditions on the sofa: a stock of classic movies […]

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Assembling a Pinterest-worthy Easter feast is no easy feat, but with the right recipes, you can turn some simple ingredients into something truly spectacular.  We asked Clement Pavie, Business Development Chef for Musgrave MarketPlace, to share a few tricks of the trade… Ingredients Serves 4 2 racks of Irish lamb, fully trimmed (ask your butcher […]

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In 2012, Cork woman Niamh Mulhall-Smyth gave birth to her son Cillian with the help of an egg donor. The treatment was part of a collaborative international programme with Ireland’s largest independent fertility specialists, Waterstone Clinic and renowned American clinic, Shady Grove Fertility. Here, Niamh pens an open letter to her egg donor, sharing the joy […]

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A shop specialising in whimsical Disney-inspired outfits for grown-ups has opened in the Magic Kingdom. Situated on Cherry Tree Lane at Disney Springs in Florida’s Walt Disney World, The Dress Shop launched with a range of beautiful designs that aren’t quite fancy dress, but definitely for super fans only. Priced between €90 and €150 and […]

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A former contestant in the television talent show American Idol has been sentenced to 70 years in prison, after ‘horrific’ images were discovered on his computer. Brandon Cox (26) was found guilty of seven counts of possessing obscene material featuring children under the age of 17. Because of the graphic nature of the 157 videos and […]

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Modern childhood is a never-ending carousel of themed birthday parties, but one little girl was determined to make her party stand out… in a rather odd way. In the run up to the big day, Missouri three-year-old Audrey set her sights on a poop-themed bash. “For months, every time we mentioned her party, Audrey requested […]

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It’s the Holy Grail of parenting: how to run a happy, healthy, harmonious household without losing your mind in the process. Now a new study has revealed the key to domestic bliss involves banning mobiles from the dinner table, family nicknames, two bathrooms – oh, and good WiFi. A poll of 2,000 parents, commissioned by […]

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It’s the society wedding of the year and her new squeeze is the groom’s brother, but Vogue Williams won’t be in attendance when Pippa Middleton marries fiancée James Matthews on May 20th. The rumour mill went into overdrive last week when it emerged Vogue, who is currently dating James’ younger brother, Spencer Matthews, had been ‘banned’ […]

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Kerry Katona has shared her heartbreak over her eldest daughter’s decision to move to Ireland. Molly (15), the eldest daughter of the ex-Atomic Kitten singer and her ex Brian McFadden, will be leaving her family in the UK to live with her grandparents in Dublin’s Artane while she focuses on her education. Her sisters Lilly, […]

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With a denim line, a bestselling book and a new TV show to promote, Khloe Kardashian has stolen the spotlight from her sisters in recent months… and she’s not finished yet. The actress, author and presenter revealed her plans to add ‘mother’ to her long list of roles. Happily in a relationship with Canadian basketball player […]

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This is very disturbing indeed. Real animal fur has been found in items labelled ‘faux fur’ sold in popular high street and online stores. We’ve come to rely on fake or ‘faux’ fur, a material made of synthetic fibers, as a kinder alternative to wearing animal skins, but tests carried out by the animal charity Humane […]

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Ever wondered if your man thinks about your menstrual cycle? No, neither have we. However, a new survey has revealed some interesting insights into how the average guy views his partner’s periods. Historically, men have been portrayed as not being ‘in sync’ with their partners, particularly when it came to their menstrual cycles, but according […]

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Get your skates on, Thai food fans. In honour of Thai New Year, Saba Baggot Street will be giving away 100 free takeaway lunches on Wednesday, April 12th. The restaurant will open the doors at 12PM and the meals will be handed out to hungry diners on a first come, first served basis. Word has […]

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Take note, menfolk. Fellas wearing socks and sandals is considered the very worst fashion faux pas among Irish women. The sock/sandal combo is closely followed by the infamous ‘mun’ (aka the man bun) and the ‘too tight’ t-shirt when it comes to crimes against style. According to a survey by the delightfully named Mycosan Fungal […]

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Scared of heights? Look away now. A new swimming pool constructed on top of a Texas apartment complex allows brave swimmers to gaze down at the pavement 500ft below as they do their lengths. Crafted in eight-inch thick Plexiglass, the “sky pool” at Market Square Tower in Houston extends an eye-watering 10ft out over the […]

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Step aside, donuts and take a seat, unicorn cake; cotton candy and ice cream have had a baby and it’s coming to take over your Instagram feed. This marvelous intermingling of candy floss and dairy goodness is called a sugar cloud. A post shared by Alfonso – World Thru My Eyes (@thewotme) on Apr 8, […]

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Keeping up with your Kegel exercises can be a wearisome task, but a new invention about to hit the market here promises to make strengthening your pelvic floor a LOT more fun. Introducing the VSculpt; the latest innovation in ménage à moi. This gynecological magic wand will not only get you off, it’ll also tone and […]

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A detective who spent three years working on the case of missing British toddler Madeleine McCann says he is convinced she may still be alive and hidden in plain sight in the country where she disappeared. Detective inspector Dave Edgar, who was hired by Kate and Gerry McCann to look into the disappearance of their […]

10 years ago

If tales of six-times-a-week bedroom marathons leave you feeling a little inadequate, there’s some proper research that proves you needn’t worry. Scientists have proven that just one decent sex session per week is enough to improve your happiness. University Of Toronto Missisauga examined data taken from questionnaires completed by 30,000 Americans over more than 30 years. […]

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The weekend is officially here, and if you need an excuse to de-stress and restore your inner peace, look no further than Dublin’s Radisson Blu on Golden Lane. Hosted by health guru Rosanna Davison and Pilates pro Emma Forsyth, The Ultimate Wellness Workshop promises a relaxing, informative and interactive day of fitness, food and inspiration. […]

10 years ago

The beard trend has officially gone too far. Keen to nab himself the hipster accessory every man worth his topknot and check shirt is currently rocking, Geordie Shore star Kyle Christie has done something rather unnerving. The 24-year-old has undergone a 12-hour beard transplant. Having split with his girlfriend Holly Hagan, the TV personality blew […]

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It’s a beautiful thing when booze meets baked goods.  From Baileys cheesecake to bourbon brownies, some of the most enduring flavour combinations are those involving sugar, flour and a hefty splash of alcohol. Something about the latest trendy treat made us a little more eager than usual to dig out the mixing bowl however. And […]

10 years ago

Scientists are finally close to creating a vaccine that prevents acne. While it’s too late for most of us, there’s hope it could prevent future generations of teens from the painful hell of persistent spots. Researchers at the University of California have come up with a vaccine that targets the bacteria that causes the spots. […]

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Census 2016 results released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO) reveal a drop in the number of births nationwide since 2010. The number of babies born in Ireland was down to 67,000 in 2015 from 77,000 in 2010. Despite this, Ireland’s population has increased by 3.8% (173,613) in the last five years. There are now […]

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Ever heard of a wine maker launching a skincare brand before? We hadn’t either, until we discovered Nikolaihof, an Austrian winery that grows grapes so pure and free of contamination that they can be used to create organic cosmetics after the wine-making process is finished. Studies show a little of what you fancy, wine-wise, does […]

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You’d assume, being a blue blooded royal, that Queen Elizabeth would have the iron willpower necessary to resist short-term temptations. We’d have believed that Her Majesty would simply command any cravings to be gone and they would vanish immediately. Now, however, a Buckingham Palace insider has let the cat out of the bag with regards […]

10 years ago

Blogger Grace Mongey of Faces by Grace is preparing to run a 5k race through the Phoenix Park this weekend. Mum to Sienna Harper (just seven-months-old), she makes it all look so easy.  In truth, however, Grace admits it takes willpower and a little motivation to hit the road again after baby… “Becoming a mummy […]

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The pay gap between men and women in Ireland is ever widening, but choosing one particular career path could leave a female employee making HALF what her male colleagues take home. The role? Personal financial advisor. Yes, really. You may find it hard to believe, but while female personal financial advisors are busy looking after […]

10 years ago

If you’re a fan of the show New Girl, this is BIG. After years of watching them meet, fall in love, get married and move into their very own home, one of television’s cutest couples, Cece and Schmidt are about to take on their biggest challenge yet: parenthood! Yes. In the season finale (and possibly […]

10 years ago

As every mum and dad knows, watching a parent leave for work can be a heart wrenching moment for a child. With her beloved dad about to head off on a business trip, nine-year-old Tate (affectionately known as Tatertot – squee) decided to put her feelings down on paper in a note that has since […]

10 years ago

Are your children endlessly scrolling through videos when they should be sleeping? Are they chatting to friends online when you’d prefer they relax with a book? If so, a new gadget could help you regain control of your family’s digital life (before the internet takes over completely). Google Wi Fi allows users to schedule specific […]

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Well, she was never going to be dancing around her handbag at the local nightclub, was she? Royal sister and bride-to-be Pippa Middleton was treated to a hen party fit for a queen recently, taking a private jet with her family and closest friends to the luxury resort of Meribel in France ahead of her […]

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Irish rugby ace Thomas John “Tommy” Bowe has become a father for the first time, after his wife Lucy Whitehouse gave birth to a baby girl. The new addition arrived on Sunday, with the proud daddy (33) taking to Instagram to share the first snaps of his baby daughter and reveal her name… “Little Emma […]

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Avoiding dairy is the latest trend in health, but one London café has banned it completely… and they want everyone to understand the reasons why. The Field’s Beneath Cafe in London’s Kentish Town has posted a notice informing customers that from next week on, they will no longer be serving cow’s milk. The sign reads: […]

10 years ago

At least ten people are dead and many more are injured after an explosion on the underground in the Russian city of St Petersburg. According to witnesses, the blast tore through the Sennaya Ploshchad station. Horrifying images shared on social media show desperate victims trapped in the wreckage of the train as others attempt to free […]

10 years ago

If you like to get high on life, the latest lesson on offer in Dublin will take you to new extremes. Limited edition outdoor yoga classes will be held 17 storeys above the city on the Croke Park rooftop walkway the Etihad Skyline next month. And no… this is not a late April fools prank. […]

10 years ago

Former glamour model and TV presenter Abi Titmuss has announced she is expecting her first child. Titmuss revealed the baby will arrive in September, four months after she weds her American partner, the actor Ari Welkom. Speaking to Hello magazine, the actress said: ‘I’m 15 weeks pregnant…I’m so excited about becoming a mum for the […]

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Growing a male baby may be tougher on a woman’s body at a cellular level than growing a female, according to new research. A small study of 56 mums-to-be, conducted by scientists at the University of Granada in Spain, showed that the mums who gave birth to baby boys (27) showed greater symptoms of oxidative […]

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