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  • If you loved Euphoria then you need to read this gripping novel

    If you loved Euphoria then you need to read this gripping novel

    Euphoria fans need to read this dark and addictive novel If you’re disappointed about Euphoria coming to an end, then we’ve got the perfect book recommendation for you. As sad as we’ll be to say goodbye to the HBO series, we can find escapist stories like the ones in the show in a plethora of […]

    1 day ago

  • I finally found a tinted SPF that is suitable for pale Irish skin

    I finally found a tinted SPF that is suitable for pale Irish skin

    This is the best mineral SPF I’ve ever tried As someone with very pale skin, I’m always looking for a tinted SPF that doesn’t already add to my Caspar the Friendly Ghost-like complexion. So many face SPFs leave a heavy white cast on our faces, but I finally found one that not only protects my […]

    2 days ago

  • M&S launches the perfect Skims dupes with prices starting from €20

    M&S launches the perfect Skims dupes with prices starting from €20

    M&S has released a new lingerie collection, and it is full of perfect Skims dupes Marks and Spencer is entering a new lingerie era with the launch of BODY, its most significant underwear collection to date. The new M&S range is their biggest lingerie collection to date, with an incredible variety available, including some perfect Skims […]

    2 days ago

  • Thousands are buying this collagen mask that makes skin ‘smooth for days’

    Thousands are buying this collagen mask that makes skin ‘smooth for days’

    This overnight collagen mask is one of the best-sellers online If you’re looking for an overnight mask that actually improves your skin’s appearance, then look no further than the medicube Salmon DNA PDRN pink collagen gel mask. Shoppers have been raving about the collagen mask, with many claiming that it leaves their skin looking smooth […]

    2 days ago

  • Dunnes Stores slashes the price of chic leopard mini dress by 50%

    Dunnes Stores slashes the price of chic leopard mini dress by 50%

    Dunnes Stores is having a major sale at the moment Dunnes Stores is having a major sale at the moment, and we have found the perfect leopard print mini dress for €20. If you’re looking to update your wardrobe for the slightly warmer months, then you cannot go wrong with a smock dress. Dunnes Stores […]

    1 week ago

  • Kathryn Thomas explores the ‘death of ageing’ in new RTÉ doc

    Kathryn Thomas explores the ‘death of ageing’ in new RTÉ doc

    We cannot wait to watch this new Kathryn Thomas documentary Kathryn Thomas has a new RTÉ documentary coming out, and we cannot wait to tune in. Around the world, the race to beat ageing is on. From cutting-edge aesthetics to longevity clinics, scientists, entrepreneurs, and tech billionaires are investing fortunes in the hope of extending […]

    1 week ago

  • Whatever Happened To Madeline Stone is fictional escapism at its finest

    Whatever Happened To Madeline Stone is fictional escapism at its finest

    Louise O’Neill’s novel Whatever Happened to Madeline Stone? is the book everyone will be talking about April feels like a superior month for the book world because we finally have a new Louise O’Neill novel. The Cork author is finally back with one of her best books to date, Whatever Happened to Madeline Stone? I […]

    1 week ago

  • Molly-Mae reveals why she won’t be wearing her engagement ring again

    Molly-Mae reveals why she won’t be wearing her engagement ring again

    Molly-Mae Hague has opened up about why she won’t be wearing her engagement ring It may be one of the most beautiful celebrity engagement rings we’ve seen, but Molly-Mae has confirmed that she won’t be wearing her engagement ring from Tommy Fury. Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury got engaged in July 2023, but went their separate ways […]

    1 week ago

  • The M&S perfume that smells so expensive but costs under €8

    The M&S perfume that smells so expensive but costs under €8

    We always get so many compliments when we wear this M&S perfume I simply refuse to splash out on designer perfumes that could set you back a few hundred euros when such incredible options are available on the high street. As much as I’d love to buy a Prada or Tom Ford perfume, I just […]

    1 week ago

  • Series based on Margaret Atwood’s best-selling novel The Testaments to air this month

    Series based on Margaret Atwood’s best-selling novel The Testaments to air this month

    An evolution of The Handmaid’s Tale, The Testaments is a dramatic coming-of-age story, streaming exclusively on Disney+ If there’s one thing we cannot get enough of at the moment, it’s book-to-screen adaptations. From The Housemaid and People We Meet On Vacation, to One Day and Bridgerton, some of our all-time favourite shows and movies are […]

    1 week ago

  • Lena Dunham’s highly-anticipated memoir to be published this month

    Lena Dunham’s highly-anticipated memoir to be published this month

    We cannot wait to read Lena Dunham’s memoir There’s something so thrilling about reading a celebrity memoir and being invited into a world that feels so alien to us. We get to go behind the scenes at lavish red carpet events, the movie sets, and are finally invited into the mansions we could only ever […]

    1 week ago

  • The books everyone is going to be talking about in April

    The books everyone is going to be talking about in April

    The top books being published this April If you’re looking for some new books to add to your April reading list, then we’ve got you covered. April is set to be one of the biggest months for the publishing world, with a new release from Irish author Louise O’Neill, as well as the publication of […]

    1 week ago

  • One of the best Irish books of all time is now available in the Kindle sale

    One of the best Irish books of all time is now available in the Kindle sale

    You can now buy this incredible Irish book for just €1.14 There are some pretty incredible Irish books out there that we have not yet read, but one we go back to time and time again is The Rachel Incident. The book by Caroline O’Donoghue became an instant success when it was first published in […]

    2 weeks ago

  • Hailey Bieber sparks unusual skincare trend, but experts are warning against it

    Hailey Bieber sparks unusual skincare trend, but experts are warning against it

    Skincare experts are warning against Hailey Bieber’s unusual habit Rhode Skin, founded by Hailey Bieber, recently posted on Instagram to promote its new face mask. In a series of images, Hailey was shown applying the creamy mask with a plastic fine-tooth comb, prompting a new trend among her fans. You can buy the Rhode face mask here. TikTok searches for […]

    2 weeks ago

  • This miracle Trinny London product instantly smooths fine lines and pores

    This miracle Trinny London product instantly smooths fine lines and pores

    Beauty lovers are obsessed with this Trinny London product Trinny London has revamped one of their best-selling products, and you need to add it to your makeup bag immediately. Miracle Blur has long been one of the brand’s most popular products, with it often selling out online, but Trinny London has now revamped the beloved […]

    2 weeks ago

  • Here are the best books to buy in the April Kindle sale

    Here are the best books to buy in the April Kindle sale

    Our top picks from this month’s Kindle sale April is here, and our reading list is in need of some new titles. We’ve been scrolling through the latest Amazon Kindle offers and have found eight fantastic books you need to read this month. Happy Place by Emily Henry Buy it here. You can always rely […]

    2 weeks ago

  • One of the most-anticipated books of the year is being made into a movie

    One of the most-anticipated books of the year is being made into a movie

    Yesteryear is the one book everyone is going to be talking about 2026 has been one of the strongest years for the publishing world, but it is only set to get better with the pending publication of Yesteryear. Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke is one of the most-anticipated novels of the year by a long […]

    2 weeks ago

  • This is one of the most raved about skincare products and it’s finally on sale

    This is one of the most raved about skincare products and it’s finally on sale

    Have you tried snail mucin yet? Snail mucin has become one of the most popular beauty products in recent years, and it is actually worthy of the hype it receives. Many people have raved about snail mucin, claiming it has completely transformed their skin. Experts claim that snail mucin delivers deep moisturiser to your skin, […]

    2 weeks ago

  • Big Little Lies author Liane Moriarty announces highly-anticipated sequel

    Big Little Lies author Liane Moriarty announces highly-anticipated sequel

    Big Little Lies author Liane Moriarty Liane Moriarty will publish a sequel to her international bestseller Big Little Lies this August. The #1 New York Times bestseller became one of the most-talked-about books when it was published in 2014, and became even bigger when the series starring Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon aired in 2017. […]

    2 weeks ago

  • Met Éireann issues warning as Easter weekend set to be a washout

    Met Éireann issues warning as Easter weekend set to be a washout

    Met Éireann has issued a warning ahead of the Easter weekend The Easter weekend is set to be a washout, according to a new warning from Met Éireann. A Status Yellow rain warning has been issued for Cork and Kerry from 11 pm tonight until 12 noon on March 31st. A yellow rain alert will also […]

    2 weeks ago

  • We’ve tried dozens of lash serums but this is the only one worth buying

    We’ve tried dozens of lash serums but this is the only one worth buying

    This is the best lash serum money can buy The days of applying false lashes are long gone, and now we’re focusing on actually nourishing and treating our natural lashes by using a lash serum. And one product we swear by is the UKLASH Eyelash Serum. The eyelash serum has become one of the biggest […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Woman issues warning after TikTok cleaning hack set her house on fire

    Woman issues warning after TikTok cleaning hack set her house on fire

    A woman is warning the public against trying a dangerous TikTok hack after it set her dryer on fire. We may have found some incredible tricks and tips that make our houses gleam, but this one must be avoided. She explained that she soaked sponges in fabric softener and water before placing them in her […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Una Crawford O’Brien reflects on the heartbreak of finding full-time care for Bryan Murray

    Una Crawford O’Brien reflects on the heartbreak of finding full-time care for Bryan Murray

    Una Crawford O’Brien has bravely spoken out about the heartbreaking decision to find full-time care for her partner Actress Una Crawford O’Brien has opened up about finding full-time care for her partner, and fellow actor, Bryan Murray, after his Alzheimer’s diagnosis in 2019. In a moving interview with Ireland AM, the Fair City actress said […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Here’s how often you should replace your bra and the best ones to buy

    Here’s how often you should replace your bra and the best ones to buy

    This is your sign to replace your bra We’re all guilty of not throwing out that €10 bra we bought in Penneys far too long ago, but did you know bras actually have an expiry date? Many women keep wearing the same bras for far longer than they should, often without realising that the support, fit, and […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Nikita Hand will publish her memoir ‘Not the Perfect Victim’ in September

    Nikita Hand will publish her memoir ‘Not the Perfect Victim’ in September

    Nikita Hand’s memoir will be published this September Nikita Hand has announced that her memoir, Not the Perfect Victim, will be published by Hachette Books Ireland in September. The courageous and ground-breaking book is a singular story of survival, truthtelling and unflinching personal bravery. This memoir is told entirely in Nikita Hand’s words and reflects […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Aoibhín Garrihy announces the birth of her fourth child and reveals beautiful Irish name

    Aoibhín Garrihy announces the birth of her fourth child and reveals beautiful Irish name

    Aoibhín Garrihy chose a beautiful name for her daughter Huge congratulations are in order for Aoibhín Garrihy and her husband, John Burke, who have welcomed their fourth child together. Aoibhín announced the news on Instagram this week by sharing an adorable video of her newborn daughter. Alongside the footage of her newborn daughter, the doting […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Liz Nugent on her #1 novel and the importance of writing about darker themes

    Liz Nugent on her #1 novel and the importance of writing about darker themes

    Liz Nugent is officially the #1 author in Ireland, and we caught up with the writer this month to discuss her bestselling novel Liz Nugent’s novel The Truth About Ruby Cooper became the #1 best-selling novel in Ireland after just three days, and I’m not one bit surprised. No book has gripped me quite as […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Pavee Point and HSE team up to raise awareness about sunbed dangers

    Pavee Point and HSE team up to raise awareness about sunbed dangers

    Are you aware of the true sunbed dangers? The HSE National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP) and Pavee Point are working in partnership to highlight the dangers of sunbeds and Melanotan, with a new SunSmart resource launched.  ‘Pavees stay safe: Dangers of Sunbeds and Melanotan’ aims to raise awareness of the serious health risks associated with sunbed […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Paid miscarriage leave to be introduced in Northern Ireland

    Paid miscarriage leave to be introduced in Northern Ireland

    Paid miscarriage leave is finally being introduced Warning: This article mentions miscarriage, which may be triggering for some readers. Northern Ireland is set to introduce paid leave for those affected by miscarriage. This move makes Northern Ireland the first region in Ireland and the United Kingdom to offer paid miscarriage leave. Those affected by miscarriage […]

    3 weeks ago

  • One of the best-selling books of 2025 is being adapted for the screen

    One of the best-selling books of 2025 is being adapted for the screen

    The Favourites is officially being adapted for the screen I knew I was going to adore The Favourites by Layne Fargo when someone described it as Wuthering Heights meets Daisy Jones & The Six (two of my all-time favourite books), but I always felt like there was so much more to the story. Her novel […]

    3 weeks ago

  • One of the most popular romance novels is being made into a TV series

    One of the most popular romance novels is being made into a TV series

    The series based on Carley Fortune’s Every Summer After is airing this June If you’re looking for a new young adult series to take over your life the way The Summer I Turned Pretty did, then we’ve found the perfect show for you. Every Year After is expected to be the show of the summer, […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Síomha Ní Ruairc explains why she won’t share her baby girl’s name publicly

    Síomha Ní Ruairc explains why she won’t share her baby girl’s name publicly

    Síomha Ní Ruairc opened up about protecting her daughter New mum Síomha Ní Ruairc has opened up about deciding against sharing her daughter’s name publicly. The TV presenter welcomed a baby girl with her husband, Cathal, six weeks ago, but has chosen to keep their daughter’s name private. In an interview with Oliver Callan on RTÉ Radio […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Blake Lively wears custom ring by Irish jewellery brand Sunday Finest

    Blake Lively wears custom ring by Irish jewellery brand Sunday Finest

    Blake Lively is a fan of this Irish jewellery brand This Irish fine jewellery brand has been given the seal of approval from Serena van der Woodsen herself. Blake Lively was spotted wearing Sunday Finest Jewellery’s The Soleil Ring while attending the Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round match between Wrexham and Chelsea in Wrexham, Wales. Created especially for Blake by […]

    3 weeks ago

  • This is one of the top-selling moisturisers in Ireland and it’s perfect for redness

    This is one of the top-selling moisturisers in Ireland and it’s perfect for redness

    This moisturiser is perfect for minimising redness Trying to find a moisturiser that soothes redness and doesn’t irritate our sensitive Irish skin isn’t easy, but there is one bestseller out there that is constantly getting rave reviews. I swapped to the Aveeno Calm + Restore Oat Gel Moisturiser a couple of years ago, and it […]

    3 weeks ago

  • Daisy Edgar-Jones to star in Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow adaptation

    Daisy Edgar-Jones to star in Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow adaptation

    The best-selling novel Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow is being adapted for the screen Daisy Edgar-Jones is set to star in yet another book-to-film adaptation after the immense success of Normal People. The actress has been announced as the lead star in the film adaptation of Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow. The English actress will […]

    3 weeks ago

  • The summer novels everyone will be reading on holiday this year

    The summer novels everyone will be reading on holiday this year

    You need to add these novels to your summer reading list Am I already dreaming about sitting in the sun with a pile of books beside me? Yes, but summer is a little too far away for my liking. I’m itching for a trip where I can switch off and solely focus on the mountain […]

    3 weeks ago

  • The Lorelai Gilmore-approved make-up that’s finally available in Ireland

    The Lorelai Gilmore-approved make-up that’s finally available in Ireland

    If it’s good enough for Lorelai Gilmore, then it’s good enough for us I’ve been watching a lot of Gilmore Girls lately, and there’s something I’ve noticed about the beauty trends of that time; the makeup is so much simpler. Lorelai Gilmore’s make-up is simple but perfectly enhances Lauren Graham’s natural beauty, without completely transforming […]

    3 weeks ago

  • This best-selling M&S cotton dress is perfect for springtime

    This best-selling M&S cotton dress is perfect for springtime

    This M&S dress is perfect for the changing of the seasons If you’re looking for the perfect dress to wear as we enter the brighter, spring months, then we have found the ideal M&S dress for you. If you’re looking for a staple item that will not only elevate your wardrobe but also make you […]

    3 weeks ago