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  • Your scarf could be the reason why you have spots on your neck and back

    Your scarf could be the reason why you have spots on your neck and back

    It can be super annoying. Do you have spots on your upper back? Around your neck or even on your chin? Turns out, your scarf could be the culprit of your acne. Just think… you wear your scarf day after day when the weather gets cold. Do you wash it? Probably not. Do you fling […]

    8 years ago

  • Here are all the dates for the Irish bank holidays in 2019

    Here are all the dates for the Irish bank holidays in 2019

    You can’t beat that sweet 3-day weekend. There are a total of nine bank holidays in Ireland every year – and one has already passed. New Years Day counts as one, and it will be March until we see another one. But get the dates into your diaries now because if you’re lucky enough, you […]

    8 years ago

  • We adore this versatile Penneys jumpsuit that’s only €18

    We adore this versatile Penneys jumpsuit that’s only €18

    We love a good jumpsuit. They’re one of the most versatile pieces you could have in your wardrobe and perfect for just throwing on in the morning if you’re stuck for something to wear. Not to mention they’re hella comfy. We spotted this jumpsuit on the Penneys website and it’s one of those pieces that […]

    8 years ago

  • Killing Eve: The new trailer and release date has been set for season 2

    Killing Eve: The new trailer and release date has been set for season 2

    It’s coming baaack. Killing Eve, the thrilling crime drama starring Sandra Oh and Jodie Comer was a total hit in 2018. Week after week the BBC America show grew its ratings and was critically acclaimed for its plot twists and dark humour. Since the first season of the show ended in a huge cliff hanger […]

    8 years ago

  • We adore this white faux fur Topshop jacket that’s on sale for €55

    We adore this white faux fur Topshop jacket that’s on sale for €55

    We’ve seen it all over Instagram. Bloggers, influencers and us normal folk alike went mad for this jacket – especially at the end of last year. The white faux fur biker jacket was the perfect accessory for the Christmas season because it gave us all those festive feels. However, now that Christmas is well and […]

    8 years ago

  • These healthy almond flour brownies are perfect for the kids (and you)

    These healthy almond flour brownies are perfect for the kids (and you)

    Eating healthy? Listen, a lot of us went overboard at Christmas, eating every chocolate bar and roast dinner in sight. And now, many of us are on a bit of a health kick, trying to eat as clean as possible and exercise as much as we can. However, if we totally cut out all the […]

    8 years ago

  • Princess Beatrice and her boyfriend spotted on holiday looking all loved up

    Princess Beatrice and her boyfriend spotted on holiday looking all loved up

    The royal family are no strangers to complicated relationships. While it’s been frowned upon to be divorced in the royal family, Princess Andrew and Sarah Ferguson have divorced, as well as Prince Charles and Princess Diana. Meghan Markle has been the latest divorcee to join the royal family – and now it seems like Princes […]

    8 years ago

  • RUN to snap up this snake print Zara top that’s on sale for only €6

    RUN to snap up this snake print Zara top that’s on sale for only €6

    Eh, hello bargains! If you haven’t been keeping an eye on the sales then where have you been?! Usually a lot of junk is sold in the weeks after Christmas, but we’ve spotted some fab bargains this year. One of the best bargains we’ve spotted are these tops in Zara. They’re simple, versatile and will […]

    8 years ago

  • Met Éireann predict that the weather won’t be too shabby at all today

    Met Éireann predict that the weather won’t be too shabby at all today

    We can deal with this. It seems like over the past few weeks every day was getting colder and every night was getting frostier. Not ideal when you have to get up for work and the last thing you want to do is leave your warm bed. But, according to Met Éireann it looks like […]

    8 years ago

  • Details of the next royal wedding have been confirmed

    Details of the next royal wedding have been confirmed

    We had two royal weddings in 2018. And they were big ones. Of course, there was Prince Harry and Meghan Markle – the biggest one of all. Thousands upon thousands of people lined the streets on London to catch a glimpse of the couple (and Meghan’s dress) on May 19. It didn’t disappoint either, probably […]

    8 years ago

  • Penneys has released comfortable gym gear that won’t break the bank

    Penneys has released comfortable gym gear that won’t break the bank

    Some people make resolutions, others don’t bother with them. But it’s safe to say that many of the former decided to add ‘be healthy’ or ‘get fit’ to their list. It’s common at the start of every year that people want to get back in shape after eating one too many roast turkey dinners over […]

    8 years ago

  • Meghan is ‘not a person you can be friends with’ claims former co-worker

    Meghan is ‘not a person you can be friends with’ claims former co-worker

    Well, this seems a bit harsh. Remember when it first came to light that Meghan Markle was dating Prince Harry and the royal family had to release a statement telling the media – and public – to leave her alone? Rumours about the star calmed down after that, but around the time she got married […]

    8 years ago

  • Confirmed: The Luas has been hacked and held at ransom

    Confirmed: The Luas has been hacked and held at ransom

    The company confirmed the news early this morning. The Luas website has been hacked – and the hackers are holding the tram service at ransom for a Bitcoin. If you click onto the homepage of the Luas the following message appears: It is claimed the hacker emailed the company “some time ago” stating that there were security […]

    8 years ago

  • Met Éireann say we’re in for a ‘cloudy and dull’ day

    Met Éireann say we’re in for a ‘cloudy and dull’ day

    It doesn’t look like it’s getting any better. If you’re hoping for a nice bit of weather to break through soon then you’re out of luck because Met Éireann is predicting that we’re in for a pretty dull day. With clouds covering the sky for most of the day and night, there might be a […]

    8 years ago

  • A HUGE bridal department store has opened up in London and… oh wow

    A HUGE bridal department store has opened up in London and… oh wow

    It’s a one-stop bridal shop. Whether you’re getting married… or not (tbh, we just love creeping on wedding dresses and venues from time to time) then wait until you see this new bridal department store that has just opened in London. The Wedding Gallery is located in Marylebone and it has literally everything you could need […]

    8 years ago

  • Zara’s most sought-after runners of 2018 are on SALE for €30

    Zara’s most sought-after runners of 2018 are on SALE for €30

    Snap these babies up. One trend that absolutely divided everyone, everywhere were the Balenciaga trainers. At first, we all ran a million miles away from the chunky shoes, but in the end a lot of us ended up wearing the trend (what can we say, we caved). Now, of course we were not going to buy […]

    8 years ago

  • Everything you need to know about abortion being legal in Ireland

    Everything you need to know about abortion being legal in Ireland

    It is official. Abortion is legal in Ireland. After a monumental year in 2018 when we repealed the 8th Amendment, and after many back and forth discussions in the Dáil, it is now legal to seek an abortion in the country. The Department of Health posted on their official Twitter account that: “Abortion services will […]

    8 years ago

  • Wrap up! Met Éireann predict it’s going to be freezing this week

    Wrap up! Met Éireann predict it’s going to be freezing this week

    For many people, it’s the first week back in work after the Christmas break. But along with the dread of having to start working again, we have to deal with the cold. Met Éireann has revealed that it’s going to be icy this week, and today we’re going to see patches of rain and mist. […]

    8 years ago

  • We just found a gorgeous dress in the Topshop sale that’s reduced to €20

    We just found a gorgeous dress in the Topshop sale that’s reduced to €20

    It’s gorgeous. Honestly, if we had this in our wardrobes, we’d wear it all the time. Last year, the midi dress was a major trend; as well as animal print. Every high street store donned the trend and with good reason – it was one of the most versatile trends we’ve seen in recent years. […]

    8 years ago

  • The kids will absolutely adore this gorgeous Ferrero Roche cheesecake

    The kids will absolutely adore this gorgeous Ferrero Roche cheesecake

    We’ve eaten a lot over the past few days. Between the many dinners leading up to the big day, actual Christmas dinner on the day, turkey sandwiches, pudding, cake and all the little nibbles along the way, we basically haven’t stopped eating. Saying that though, one look at this Ferrero Roche cheesecake and our stomachs […]

    8 years ago

  • Everyone absolutely adores this €28 top and skirt combo in Penneys

    Everyone absolutely adores this €28 top and skirt combo in Penneys

    New year, new you and all that? If you’re looking to make a statement in 2019, then this is the outfit for you. Arriving in stores is the much adored snake print, with a high neck top and skirt coming in a luminescent green – which will certainly make a splash. The colour has been […]

    8 years ago

  • 3 healthy lunches to get the kids eating right in the New Year

    3 healthy lunches to get the kids eating right in the New Year

    It can be a struggle. If you have a fussy eater at home then you’ll know that it can be very difficult to get them to eat a healthy lunch. It turns into putting the same things into the lunch box day after day, and then they probably get bored of that and won’t eat […]

    8 years ago

  • This Penneys top is only €5 and comes in THREE different colours

    This Penneys top is only €5 and comes in THREE different colours

    Going out for the New Year? Whether you want to stay at home for a few drinks with the other half or you’re going out to town, the New Year is fast approaching. We geared ourselves up for Christmas so much – we bought our office party outfits, our Christmas Day outfits and everything in […]

    8 years ago

  • These are the top 10 most popular Disney pet names

    These are the top 10 most popular Disney pet names

    We love our pets. They are our best buddies and are little (or big) family members. Some of us got our pets from shelters where they were most likely named already, but there are a lot of us who put a good bit of thought into naming them before they even came into our lives. […]

    8 years ago

  • These are the top 10 food brands that Irish people absolutely love

    These are the top 10 food brands that Irish people absolutely love

    It’s no surprise. As a nation we love our brands and it shows in Checkout’s recent Top 100 brands list. Checkout, along with Nielsen names Brennans, Tayto and Avonmore all in the top 5. However, it’s Coca-Cola which hit number one for the 14th year in a row. Here are the brands which made the […]

    8 years ago

  • The best games to play with the kids to keep them entertained tonight

    The best games to play with the kids to keep them entertained tonight

    It’s all hustle and bustle… until the day actually arrives. While Christmas morning can be hectic with Santa and the opening of presents, it all calms down after dinner time, when most of us retreat to the couch and end up watching some sort of show on TV. It’s good to have some chill out […]

    8 years ago

  • Revealed: This is the crisp packet that contains the most amount of air

    Revealed: This is the crisp packet that contains the most amount of air

    It’s always a bit disappointing. If you have a sweet spot for crisps, then you know the feeling when you’re about to launch into them. You grab a packet, open the bag… and then it’s only half full, sometimes less than half full. Lame. Thing is, you eat the whole thing anyway, but then want […]

    8 years ago

  • Not feeling excited for Christmas yet? This could be why

    Not feeling excited for Christmas yet? This could be why

    Not feeling it? We remember being kids – the anticipation for Christmas was monumental. The excitement and jitters you’d get on Christmas Eve were unmatched to any other feeling in the world. We can see it with our kids now too. They’re so excited for the big day and can’t wait to see what Santa […]

    8 years ago

  • This €70 Zara jacket comes in two colours and it’s oh-so-cosy

    This €70 Zara jacket comes in two colours and it’s oh-so-cosy

    It’s giving us ALL the Christmas vibes. While you might be out and about (i.e. running around like a headless chicken) to grab all your last minute gifts before the big day arrives, you NEED to check out this jacket in Zara. It’s giving us all the Christmas vibes and would be perfect for all […]

    8 years ago

  • Royal palace insiders say Prince Harry has been ‘grumpy’ in recent weeks

    Royal palace insiders say Prince Harry has been ‘grumpy’ in recent weeks

    He’s reportedly ‘grumpy’. Palace staff have reported that Prince Harry is not in the best of moods recently, and it all has to go with the drama surrounding the royals. An insider has said that he’s “really grumpy,” and that “something has changed, and no one can quite put their finger on it. He looks […]

    8 years ago

  • Argos issues recall on baby item due to safety fears

    Argos issues recall on baby item due to safety fears

    Return immediately. Argos Ireland has recalled a cot duvet that has been sold in Irish stores due to safety fears. Customers who bought the cot duvet are being told to stop using the item – named Washable 4.0 Tog Duvet – Cotbed – immediately and return it to their nearest Argos outlet. It has also […]

    8 years ago

  • This cosy €14 Penneys jumper is perfect for lounging around the house

    This cosy €14 Penneys jumper is perfect for lounging around the house

    We have seen it everywhere over the past few months. If you’re on the lookout for something to keep you warm and cosy this Christmas season then head straight to Penneys. It’s full of winter warmers at the moment (as well as some rather glam pieces) but we’ve spotted one piece that we have seen […]

    8 years ago

  • Kate Hudson shares heartwarming post about Christmas time with her family

    Kate Hudson shares heartwarming post about Christmas time with her family

    Can you believe it’s December 20 already? The month has really flown in and we’re all prepping for the big day on the 25th. One thing we love about Christmas is picking out the Christmas tree. It’s fun and something that the whole family can get involved in. Kate Hudson recently shared an Instagram post […]

    8 years ago

  • The big baby wipe debate: Which one is best for your baby?

    The big baby wipe debate: Which one is best for your baby?

    There are many, many out there. And the debate still goes on – which one is best for your baby? The question was posed on Mumsnet by a mother-to-be saying that she’s buying everything in advance and wants to know what is best. Many mums had varying opinions on the subject, and left their comments […]

    8 years ago

  • Aer Lingus issue brief statement about flight cancellations and disruptions

    Aer Lingus issue brief statement about flight cancellations and disruptions

    There are numerous flight disruptions. It’s bad news if you’re flying from Dublin Airport to Gatwick today as Aer Lingus has just made a brief statement about flight cancellations. Taking to Twitter, the airline said: “Flight disruptions and cancellations are expected due to the closure of airspace over Gatwick. “Please check your flight status before […]

    8 years ago

  • Scientist says we should be bring our cats on walks more often

    Scientist says we should be bring our cats on walks more often

    Well, this is interesting. A scientist has said that we should be treating our cats like dogs in an effort to make them happier. Scientist Dr David Grimm, who is the deputy editor of Science magazine said that bringing your cat on a walk like you would do your dog will give them more “enrichment” […]

    8 years ago

  • This is what’s in store for us weather-wise on Christmas Day

    This is what’s in store for us weather-wise on Christmas Day

    It’s a bit up and down to be honest. A lot of us dream of a white Christmas, and while it might not be the most practical if people are travelling to see loved ones across the country, it would be picturesque. Well, you’re out of luck if you were hoping for snow this Christmas […]

    8 years ago

  • This €10 Zara dress is perfect for slipping on over the Christmas season

    This €10 Zara dress is perfect for slipping on over the Christmas season

    It comes in four colours. If you need to spruce up your wardrobe for Christmas/the New Year – and you don’t want to break the bank – then this is the dress for you. The midi dress has an A-line shape which is super flattering on any body type and it also has pockets – […]

    8 years ago

  • Lidl warn customers about scam doing the rounds in Ireland

    Lidl warn customers about scam doing the rounds in Ireland

    The supermarket issued a statement on Twitter this evening. Lidl took to social media tonight to inform its customers of a scam taking place around the country. The scam, which involves a text message, has been catching customers out this week. The food retailer said: “Please do not open any texts that appear to have […]

    8 years ago

  • We love this €19 Penneys jacket that looks like this (more expensive) Zara one

    We love this €19 Penneys jacket that looks like this (more expensive) Zara one

    We love a good dupe. You might have spotted that Zara has a new collection out that is rather pricey. Nothing majorly expensive but dearer than the usual clothing you buy in the shop. When we first spotted this jacket, we absolutely loved it. It’s cropped and has a very up-to-the-minute military style which many […]

    8 years ago

  • Changes being made to the Leaving Cert next year to ‘ease pressure’

    Changes being made to the Leaving Cert next year to ‘ease pressure’

    The changes will kick in next year. Two extra days are being added to the Leaving Certificate next year to ease pressure for students. The written exams usually take place over the course of 13 days, however from next year it will go on for 15 days so students aren’t as stressed. Students who partake […]

    8 years ago