The motion was decided on today. Three teachers unions have backed an emergency motion in favour of industrial action. The Teachers’ Union of Ireland, the Irish National Teachers’ Organisation and the Association of Secondary Teachers met yesterday to discuss potential strike action over the country’ vaccine priority list. Under the current jab schedule, teachers and […]

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So, you think you’ve been PWNed? This week, reports of data dumps were rife as it was revealed that upwards of 500 million people across the globe had their personal information shared on a hacking website. The breach in question occurred through Facebook leading to the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of 533 million […]

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The incident occurred this morning. Two people have died and another has been injured following a road traffic collision in Co Louth. The incident occurred at approximately 8.20am on the N33 Ardee link road. The crash involved three vehicles. One male driver, in his early 50s, was fatally injured when his car collided into a […]

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Huge if true. Only 0.1% of coronavirus cases recorded in Ireland have been linked to outdoor transmission. According to new figures, just one in every thousand Covid-19 cases recorded in Ireland up to March 26 2021 have been linked to outdoor transmission. The Irish Times reports that the figures, obtained by the publication from the […]

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“Each year in Ireland, thousands of women have miscarriages…” In 2019, Síle Seoige opened up about her miscarriage. Taking to social media, the broadcaster said that a few months back she had discovered that she was pregnant, “but it wasn’t meant to be.” “I had something I never even heard of before, I had a […]

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The infant died on Easter Sunday.  A man has been charged after a two-week-old baby was killed when a car hit a pram in Brownhills in the West Midlands, England. Ciaran Leigh Morris was being pushed by his family in a pram along the high street on Easter Sunday when a BMW veered onto the […]

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Teachers could strike over the changed vaccine schedules. There could be further disruption for schools over the coming months after teachers’ unions are set to discuss potential industrial action over the vaccine rollout plans. The Irish Times reports that all three unions look set to consider emergency motions at their annual conferences today, Tuesday, in […]

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Whenever that may be… Hotels, guesthouses, and glamping spots have been closed across Ireland since last year, but we’ve got our fingers – and toes – crossed that staycations will be on the cards for later this summer. In the hope that they will indeed get to open soon, here’s 7 stunning hotels and gorgeous […]

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Of course they are, it’s a chocolate egg filled with cheesecake. Chances are you probably don’t have a whole lot going on this Easter, and that’s fine. Nobody does. And if you do, you probably live in the UK. But never fear, because there’s an Easter recipe abound just begging to be made by you […]

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Worth a watch for sure, this one. A new true crime documentary about the disappearance of Steven Clark is coming. The film, announced by ITV this week, will cover the man’s disappearance in December of 1992. Clark was last seen on a walk with his mother, Doris, near their home in Redcar, North Yorkshire. The […]

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A true icon, among us. Yesterday was April Fool’s Day, in case you didn’t know. There were many jokes afoot, among them Matt Damon being made the Freeman of Dun Laoghaire, but one of the best, most inspired, and generally brilliant gags has in fact come from Dublin dad Declan Kelly. Rather than simply playing […]

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Don’t even need to leave the driving seat. Stunning. The coronavirus pandemic has taken many things from us – eating indoors, hugging one another, and just generally having a nice time. But it has also gifted us a few things as well – meal kits, the glory of takeaway pints (RIP), and having pizza delivered […]

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Some stunning looks here – and what’s more is they’re all available online. Brides to be take note, because a new Irish made bridal collection has just been launched online, featuring a  totally remote bridal experience to go with it. Irish designer Sharon Hoey this week launched her new Pretty In Pink collection, a range […]

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Chronic. A dog who was adopted after spending 419 days in a shelter was sent back after one day. Rusty, a German shepherd and Catahoula mix, was adopted by a family from the Humane Society of Central Texas last month, only to be returned a mere 24 hours later for being “too much work.” The dog […]

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“Pain like I’ve never experienced in my life…” This Morning presenter Eamonn Holmes has been hospitalised with chronic pain. The host has said that he has suffered with chronic pain for years, but that this time he was struggling particularly bad. Holmes took to Twitter to share his experience with his followers, asking them to […]

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A massive congratulations to the couple. Laura Whitmore has confirmed the birth of her first child with husband Iain Stirling. Sharing a photo of herself out on a walk with her new baby, the Love Island host thanked her followers for their “kind messages at this time.” She added: “We are in love.” It was […]

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“A power imbalance can happen even when it’s not intentional.” James Charles has said he is “ashamed” after admitting he exchanged “flirty” messages with minors. The YouTuber and makeup artist had been accused of messaging two underage boys online after screenshots were shared widely across social media. In a video entitled “holding myself accountable,” the […]

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There are plenty of jokes you’ll expect to see on social media today. One is that somebody has just gotten engaged except they haven’t at all. Another is that McDonald’s or Subway or some other well-known food chain has run out of food because that’s pretty funny and hilarious and sure to piss a lot […]

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Her’s digital cover star for April 2021 is makeup artist, entrepreneur, and TikTok sensation, Keilidh Cashell, also known as Keilidh MUA.  “Makeup gives confidence of course, but it’s not about covering up or hiding.” People told Keilidh Cashell she was mad to launch her own makeup brand during a pandemic… “and they would be correct,” […]

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Totally normal weather event, yes. Met Éireann has warned that despite temperatures set to reach 19 degrees in some parts of the country today, we could also be expecting it to snow over the Easter weekend. While this week has seen glorious highs of 18 degrees in Dublin and the surrounding Leinster area, the south […]

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A touching tribute. Matt Damon has been awarded Freedom of the County of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown following his unparalleled stay in Dalkey last summer. The council announced the news this morning, April 1, unveiling a new plaque in Matt’s honour via a virtual event, which the actor was unfortunately not present for. The inspired plaque, […]

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Pascal has had his say. Pascal Donohoe has said that it is “appalling” that people are gathering to meet up and drink in parks and on canals. The Minister for Finance warned against the outdoor activity this morning, saying that gathering in large groups is unacceptable and will curb progress made by Level 5 restrictions […]

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“My life has always been very speculated…” Britney Spears has said she “cried for two weeks” following the release of the Framing Britney Spears documentary. The film, which details the star’s experience in the media amidst her relationship with her father, was released earlier this year. Coinciding with Britney’s court battle attempting to remove Jamie […]

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“Creating spaces that purposely lack diversity can make spaces unwelcoming.” This week, Kate Nash announced her intention to tackle the music industry’s sexual abuse and assault issue. The singer revealed the project on social media this week, urging those who had experienced such misconduct at a festival to get in contact with her, to share […]

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“Nikki was ditching her lunch every day, I had no idea.” Nikki Grahame’s mother Sue has spoken out about her daughter’s anorexia, and how it has unfortunately “spiralled” since the beginning of the pandemic. Nikki, who rose to fame following her appearance on Big Brother 7, has spoken publicly about her mental health struggles in […]

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Class. Temperatures today (March 30) will be “above average” for March, Met Éireann has said. Yesterday saw highs of 17.5 degrees in some parts of the country as the sun finally arrived and the chill held off. Although much of the day was mired by rain and a good few clouds, the heat was there […]

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She previously stated she had no memory of the allegations. Ghislaine Maxwell faces two new charges involving the sex trafficking of a 14-year-old girl. The socialite, who was the former partner of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, was arrested by the FBI last year. Maxwell denies all charges against her. According to a new Manhattan […]

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“On the days I decide to wear something other than a pair of joggers, I approach the day with a different mentality.” For years now, fast fashion has been a point of contention – sustainability, buying pre-loved, and secondhand, the way forward. Elsewhere, keeping on top of our mental health has become more important than […]

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Sad news this morning. Four of the 13 puppies smuggled through Dublin Port have since died. The dogs were found in cramped conditions in the footwell area of a car last week. They were rescued by the DSPCA and are currently receiving treatment. Virgin Media’s Brianna Parkins shared the news this morning, reporting that four […]

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No, this is not a ruse. And yes, you did read that correctly. Temperatures are set to reach up to 18 degrees today in some parts of the country, as winter makes an attempt to leave us and spring truly sets in. According to Met Éireann (and my iPhone weather app), Monday is expected to […]

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There’s a lot to complain about. But as it turns out, there’s a lot to be grateful for too. This past year has been tough for a myriad of reasons, not least the simple fact that much of life’s joy, spontaneity, and general fun has all but been removed from us, replaced with restrictions, uncertainty, […]

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Is your wardrobe clutter free? Probably not, very few people’s are. Filled with clothes that don’t fit, clothes that aren’t nice, and clothes that have never been worn, the humble closet should be a space of tranquility, organisation, and things that you actually wear. For most of us though, it is not. But thankfully, there […]

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It’s nearly April – we’re officially into the fourth month of the year. And although we probably haven’t achieved a whole lot during this time (and with good reason), chances are we have read a lot of books. So, here are 5 more new releases we’re looking forward to sinking our teeth into this April. […]

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“Growing up in Ireland, society never told us that being different was something to celebrate.” 68% of women are embarrassed by their underarm appearance, new research has found. A global study conducted by Dove has shown that half of women around the world believe they need to care for their underarm area in order to […]

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Salons will likely remain shut until mid-summer. Menus for black market beauty treatments are being shared widely across WhatsApp groups as hairdressers and salons likely face another couple of months without being permitted to reopen. At-home treatments have been prevalent throughout the coronavirus pandemic, but the past few months have seen a sharp increase in […]

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A massive congratulations to the pair. Helen Flanagan has welcomed her third child, a baby boy, with partner Scott Sinclair. The footballer announced the happy news on Instagram this week, sharing a photo of himself and the Coronation Street star along with their new arrival. “I couldn’t ask for a better gift on my birthday, […]

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“And it’s very hard to see how we’re going to get down, much lower than that.” Leo Varadkar has said it’s unlikely that Ireland will see daily cases much lower than 500 due to the new strain of Covid-19. Speaking during Leaders’ Question today, the Tánaiste said that cases were “stuck” at 500 or 600 […]

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Course he does. Prince Charles apparently wants to give a “point-by-point response” to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s recent Oprah interview. The couple sat down with the chat show mogul earlier this year and discussed their experiences of the royal family, Meghan’s suicidal thoughts, and the apparent racism that still exists within the family or, […]

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Oh, the glamour. If there’s one thing sure to make a woman feel special, it’s gold. Gold rings, gold jewellery, gold teeth, Golden Globes, gold-infused skincare that’s absolutely dirt cheap and will leave you feeling fairly divine. Lucky for you then that Lidl have only gone and launched a limited edition gold-infused skincare range that […]

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Kick me while I’m down. In a totally unsurprising twist of events, it’s looking fairly likely that hairdressers, salons, restaurants, and all those good things won’t be reopening until at least mid-summer. That means that while our UK neighbours are living it up in nightclubs, packed pubs, and boujie eateries, we won’t even be able […]

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Class, no worries at all. It’s sunny now guys, but it won’t be for long. The classic Irish spring is upon us, and we’re in for a whole load of deceptively sunny days that are actually freezing, and sudden rainfall out of nowhere. You truly do love to see it. And as it stands, Met […]

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She was sentenced in 2003. An Australian mother who was convicted of killing her four children has lost her appeal. Kathleen Folbigg was found guilty of killing her four children by smothering in Sydney over a 10 year period in 2003. She was convicted on three counts of murder and one count of manslaughter and […]

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May he RIP. A London seal named Freddie Mercury has been put down after a dog attack. The seal, who spent most of his days chilling out on the banks of the river Thames, was sadly euthanised this week after a dog attacked him. According to reports, the seal was bitten by the dog before […]

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Mandatory quarantine hotel stays will commence this week. Quarantine hotels are finally launching in Ireland. Following much debate and foot dragging, the new mandatory two-week quarantine hotels for travellers coming to the country have been set up and will open for the first time this Friday. Passengers travelling from 33 designated “high risk” states to […]

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“Khloe is now thinking this may be her best route for baby 2.” Khloe Kardashian is considering having another child via surrogate. The reality TV star, who is mother to two-year-old True, is reportedly looking into surrogacy options to add to her family. In a teaser for the upcoming final season of Keeping Up With […]

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“Women with endometriosis don’t all show the same symptoms or encounter the same problems.” A new endometriosis clinic has been set up in Dublin’s the Coombe Women and Infants Hospital. The new clinic will treat women who have already been diagnosed with the painful condition through a consultant-led multidisciplinary team including representatives from physiotherapy, dietetics […]

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“Reproductive health leave for IVF and early miscarriage could radically change our workplaces.” Senator Ivana Bacik has this month introduced a new Bill to the Seanad to provide employees in Ireland with up to 20 days leave for early miscarriage or other reproductive health reasons. The Labour Party legislation, published on March 2, addresses the […]

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Fancy getting creative? Summer is almost here, and thank god for that. Soon enough there’ll be every excuse to hit up our back gardens, front gardens, and small tiny balconies with drinks, BBQs, and as much sun cream as we can muster. So, it makes sense then that most of us are interested in sprucing […]

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Happy St Patrick’s Day. Chances are you’re not up to a whole lot this evening, and that’s fine, no one is. But you needn’t be bored, because there are a whole host of fun and cool virtual events you can check out tonight to celebrate this Paddy’s Day a little differently. We’ve put together a […]

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For the day that’s in it, and all. Happy St Patrick’s Day. May it be filled with Zoom drinks, shamrock shakes, and the unwavering sense that 2021 won’t be the last time this celebration is mired by Covid. St Patrick’s Day is a little different this year, as it has been since last year. There’s […]

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