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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Ashling Murphy was tragically killed in 2022 Jozef Puska, the man who murdered Irish teacher, Ashling Murphy, believes he will be freed from prison soon. His appeal is due to be held in the coming months. The killer believes his conviction for the murder of the beloved teacher will be quashed. According to The Irish […]

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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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“I definitely want to do something other than athletics” Over the past year, Sharlene Mawdsley has made a name for herself as one of the finest anchor leg runners in the world, as Ireland enjoyed unprecedented relay success in 2024. Alongside Chris O’Donnell, Thomas Barr, and Rhasidat Adeleke, Mawdsley and Ireland brought home mixed 4×400 […]

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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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A new inquest into the star’s death has confirmed the news Liam Payne’s cause of death has been confirmed as ‘polytrauma’ in an inquest into the One Direction star’s death. A hearing, that Buckinghamshire Coroner’s Court said was held on 17 December, was told it could take “some time” to determine the singer’s cause of […]

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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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Congratulations! Tom Holland and Zendaya are reportedly engaged, four after first confirming their relationship back in 2021. It comes after the actress sparked engagement rumours after she was spotted wearing a diamond ring at this year’s Golden Globes. The Dune star looked breathtaking in a burnt orange Louis Vuitton gown but it was the diamond ring 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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Mind. Blown Have you ever noticed the tiny little pocket within the actual pocket of your jeans? You know the thing that frustratingly gets in the way if you’re putting your hand into your pocket? Ever wondered what it’s for? If we were left to guess, we might concluded that it’s where people stash their […]

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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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Warning – distressing content A zookeeper who filmed himself as he attempted to recapture three escaped lions to ‘impress his girlfriend’ was sadly killed by the animals. In the video, a man who’s name has been reported only as F Iriskulov, can be seen unlocking a padlock at a private zoo in Uzbekistan during a […]

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Fans have spotted something Harry Potter fans are being urged to watch Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone at 10:33pm tonight. Why? Well, keep reading squire. If you start watching Philosopher’s Stone at exactly 22:33 on Xmas Eve, Ron will say “Happy Christmas Harry” bang on Christmas Day at 00:00 hours. Can you think of […]

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It’s a common issue Picture the scene. You’re outside, the sun is high in the blue sky and there’s not a cloud insight. It’s the one sunny day of the year in Ireland, and you gaze upwards to admire the beautiful phenomenon known as ‘a clear blue sky’ and suddenly you see it, weird squiggles, […]

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Clarkson said it was ‘tricky’ to smack her children in public Parents everywhere are divided the world over on the issue of smacking, but Kelly Clarkson isn’t so on the fence over the issue. The American Idol winner has said she’s “not above” smacking, admitting, “I do that”, and has even spoken about the difficulties […]

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Wait, what! Experts have lifted the lid on one of the most common food misconceptions you are likely to find in the meat-eating world. The presence of red liquid in rare steak can be pretty off-putting for most people, but most connoisseurs generally agree that it is the best way to eat it. Speaking to […]

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Not enough people know about this sex position If you are a human being living on planet Earth, chances are you’ve heard of the 69. And if you haven’t, it’s a sex position. Google it. Or don’t. Just make sure you go incognito if you are. The 69 has become a classic and yet, so […]

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Someone is taking Secret Santa a little too seriously… Secret Santa is generally an alright scenario. You buy someone something, they buy you something, nobody gets hurt and you generally gain a new set of pyjamas or a mug or some other innocuous gift that you didn’t actually want or need but sure look, it’s […]

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‘It’s the ugliest fence in the world!’ Neighbour politics and relations can be a delicate balancing act. But one woman doesn’t seem to be too concerned by what her neighbours think, after she went ahead and put up a 100 foot fence around her front garden – all for her dog. Cindy Copley’s beloved Cocker Spaniel […]

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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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Do any of these sound familiar? The average family will spend 11 hours and 6 minutes arguing over the holiday season, according to research. But there’s one day in particular day that causes more arguments than the rest: Christmas Day. The research, conducted by Bolsover Cruise Club, found that the peak time for rows on December […]

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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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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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He took up a different career

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Can you ‘gleek’? As usual, TikTok users are finding new ways to blow our minds and gross us out simultaneously. One of the latest bizarre trends has given a name to something that probably didn’t need a name. It has been revealed that the act of shooting saliva out from under your tongue is called […]

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This is just… wow. Attending any wedding is always great fun, and let’s be honest, knowing the food and drink is paid for always makes it a whole lot better. Well for this wedding, things weren’t exactly as we’d expect as a guest at someone’s big day as the bride and groom decided to charge […]

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Self-inflicted atomic wedgie A woman in North Carolina has told her followers on TikTok about a shocking story involving her high-waisted jean shorts and a trip to the intensive care unit. Six years ago, Sam was going out on a date and started to notice she was feeling particularly uncomfortable around her, well, arse area. […]

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You can get a pint for 90c and hotel stays for as little as €16.70 If you’ve ever dreamed about visiting the Maldives but can’t stomach the long flight or eye-watering expense you might be in luck this year with Ksamil. A little-known Albanian beach resort is being raved about by holidaymakers as being the place to […]

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There’s a pretty grim reason behind the fashion choice This year’s series of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! is well and truly underway. But despite being on our screen for two decades, there are some mysteries that still surround the show, such as the reason behind the contestants’ camp getup. Regular viewers […]

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Dee Devlin has defended Conor McGregor Dee Devlin has defended Conor McGregor after the MMA fighter lost a civil rape trial last week. Last Friday, Nikita Hand won her civil trial against McGregor after she accused him of raping her in a Dublin hotel in 2018. His partner Dee Devlin broke her silence for the […]

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Several major retailers and brands have cut ties with Conor McGregor following a High Court civil case last week Supermarket chains including Musgrave, Tesco, BWG Foods, and the Barry Group have confirmed they will no longer stock products linked to McGregor. Musgrave, which operates SuperValu, Centra, Daybreak, and Mace stores, released a statement saying: “These […]

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The perfect cure for winter blues As winter looms into view, you may be looking for a last-minute getaway to soak up some sunshine away from the dark nights and chilly mornings. But with the barren land of winter on the horizon, you probably don’t want to break the bank with a long-haul flight to […]

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A sixth person has died in a suspected poisoning A sixth foreign tourist has died after drinking ‘free shots’ in a popular holiday hotspot in Laos. Australian citizen Holly Bowles, 19, sadly died after being taken to hospital on November 13. Her family released a statement, saying that they were “heartbroken” to announce her death, […]

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He stopped to take the snap on the way to see his girlfriend. The photographer behind the world’s “most-viewed” picture was on his way to visit his now-wife when he snapped the iconic image. Rather than spending days, weeks, or even years trying to snap the perfect frame, Chuck O’Rear just happened to be at […]

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Secrets of the jungle have been revealed I’m a Celebrity is returning to our television screens this evening, as we prepare to watch several stars compete and battle it out in order to be crowned king/queen of the jungle. With 2024’s lineup including huge names such as Colleen Rooney, McFly member Danny Jones, Strictly star […]

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When do you usually put the Christmas tree up? Christmas trees are already making their annual return for the most fiercely festive households, setting the tone for the next few weeks of festive feels. Some are getting the trees out of the box in the attic, while others hold out for a real one, dreaming […]

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Eoghan McDermott is set to become a dad Former RTÉ presenter Eoghan McDermott has confirmed his girlfriend is pregnant with their first child. The dad-to-be announced the news in an emotional post on his Instagram page. He shared a video montage of Alessandra Heredia’s pregnancy so far. He captioned the video, “The next chapter.” His […]

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Ariana Grande and her boyfriend, Ethan Slater, have finally made their relationship official on social media and the red carpet. The couple, who have faced public scrutiny over their romance, stepped out together for the first time at the Sydney premiere of Wicked, marking their first official event as a couple. The 31-year-old pop star […]

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Brought to you by Moonpig Ready to become a better gift-giver? Us too! Birthdays, Christmas, New Year’s—it’s all happening soon, and the calendar is about to fill up fast. We’re here to help you get ahead of the game. With so many special moments coming up, it’s time to make sure you’re ready for every […]

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‘I just don’t want you to do this to me anymore’ Emily Ratajkowski wants comedian Celeste Barber to stop making fun of her Instagram posts and issued a plea to the comedian to stop parodying her. The 42-year-old Australian has gained a cult following off the stage for humorously recreating celebrities’ Instagram posts. But the […]

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Some people claim they can detect bad weather before it even arrives Predicting the outcome of the weather is often a silly game to play. Whatever it says, it’s likely to change five minutes later however some people believe that they are able to detect it before it even arrives. Usually, if it rains after […]

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