It’s more than nine hundred years since the Viking Age, so it’s no surprise we’ve forgotten which of us are descendants of the Scandinavians. However, there is a rather straightforward way to check (and it doesn’t involve growing a beard or pillaging a village). Thousands of us could be descendants of Vikings – especially if your […]

9 years ago

A couple who lost two baby girls in two years at Portiuncula Hospital in Ballinasloe have received an apology for ‘failures of care’ that likely contributed to their deaths. Lorraine and Warren Reilly from Loughrea, Co Galway had their daughters Asha and Amber at Portiuncula Maternity Unit in 2008 and 2010. Asha was stillborn after […]

9 years ago

The cure for anything is salt water: sweat, tears or the sea. The Danish author Isak Dinesen said that and I’ve always found it to be true. People who live within a stone’s throw of the ocean know it too, which is why hotels like Dunmore House in Clonakilty open their doors on a craggy […]

9 years ago

If your lack of willpower is putting the kibosh on your attempts to ditch your worst habits, this little trick could change everything. Apparently, it’s possible to correct certain behaviours  by using a little thing called the ‘if-then’ method. Peter Gollwitzer, a psychology professor at New York University, told Fortune: “Take drinking too much in […]

9 years ago

Her first baby is due in the coming weeks and Dee Devlin is enjoying a relaxing time at home with her family as they await the new addition. The partner of Conor McGregor posted a sweet shot of her growing bump on Sunday, captioning the photo, featuring the family dog, ‘Getting close’. A post shared […]

9 years ago

Bananarama are getting the band back together, announcing their first UK tour in 29 years. Started in 1979 by friends Sara Dallin, Siobhan Fahey and Keren Woodward, ten of the group’s dance floor classics secured places in the top 10 during pop music’s greatest era, including Cruel Summer, It Ain’t What You Do and Venus. […]

9 years ago

The Irish wedding of the year took place in Cong, Co Mayo over the weekend, but if you were hoping to see some shots of the happy couple, don’t hold your breath. Rory McIlroy wed his New York fianceé Erica Stoll at Ashford Castle on Saturday, block booking the entire five-star resort to guarantee privacy for […]

9 years ago

You eat healthily. You exercise regularly. You avoid too much booze and wave away the dessert trolley. Why then, is your waistline refusing to be whittled by your efforts? If belly fat is your arch enemy, you’ll know that it can be a tricky customer to eradicate. In fact, fat in this area can stick […]

9 years ago

Ever tried to pack your bag as fast as an Aldi checkout employee scans your groceries? Yeah, we try and fail almost every time. In fact, Aldi is the subject of countless memes and message board threads on the subject, with frequent shoppers offering advice on how to keep up (bring a huge IKEA bag […]

9 years ago

An Aussie woman is extremely unhappy with Kinder Surprise makers Ferrero after she discovered a toy she deemed ‘absurd’ in her chocolate egg. While Rachael is not a mum herself, she contacted the confectionery company to complain that the miniature figurine of a rapper hidden inside the egg appeared to be making a rather rude […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

The picture postcard village of Cong in Co Mayo is braced for an influx of A-listers this weekend as golf star Rory McIlroy prepares to wed fiancée Erica Stoll at Ashford Castle. The luxury hotel, which has hosted stars such as Pierce Brosnan, John Lennon, Brad Pitt, Ted Kennedy, Ronald Reagan and King George V […]

9 years ago

And they say romance is dead. A wannabe Romeo has placed posters at a bus stop in Dublin in an attempt to get in touch with a woman who caught his eye last month. Spotted by the Irish Independent, the laminated posters bearing a message to ‘the girl with the BIG smile’ appeared at the […]

9 years ago

We’re all interested in feng shui-ing our beauty routines, but some of the top TV make-up artists are simplifying their entire tool kits, replacing a handful of products with one incredible (Irish-made) multi-tasker. Introducing Modern Botany; a 100% natural blend of soothing chamomile, anti-inflammatory calendula, nourishing flax-seed oil and arnica, which is renowned for its […]

9 years ago

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 gal’s dream is about to become reality. Brothers Charlie and Harry Thuillier have created Oppo; an ice cream with fewer calories […]

9 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 […]

9 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 […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

Easter may be over, but there’s a brand new trendy treat lurking behind the counter of Starbucks. The Unicorn Frappuccino is a pink and purple fruity creation that is currently blowing up on Instagram; not only because it’s new and inspired by everyone’s favourite one-horned fairytale creature, but also because it mysteriously morphs when you […]

9 years ago

The Advertising Standards Authority has ordered that an ad for the cosmetics company Rimmel should be taken off air after it was deemed to be misleading customers. The advertisement, which features the model Cara Delevingne, is for the brand’s new Scandaleyes Reloaded mascara, which promises “New max-density brush for clump free lashes. Extreme volume … Extreme […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

Just in time for festival season, Primark Beauty PS has launched a new collection of otherworldly cosmetics designed to take your look to dazzling new dimensions. The PRISM range of holographic highlighters and iridescent rainbow hues features shimmering eye shadows, colour changing lipsticks and glitter body paints, as well as metallic tattoos and fantasy face […]

9 years ago

Ever dreamed of experiencing what life is like in zero gravity? Well hold on to your lunch because one Irish travel agent is offering space enthusiasts the unique opportunity to follow in the footsteps of their heroes by signing up for a a 90-minute flight during which wannabe astronauts get to float freely in a […]

9 years ago

Hoping for a promotion? Need an extra day off? If you’re nervous about asking for what you want in work or life, you likely resort to a polite email to do the job for you. However, new research shows you could be missing out, big time. According to a study published in the Journal of […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

Gardaí in Dublin have launched an investigation into the alleged rape of a 26-year-old woman at an army barracks in Dublin. While no arrests have been made, the woman claims she met two soldiers, aged 30 and 31, in a Rathmines pub, where they drank together. She then accompanied them to Cathal Brugha Barracks, Dublin […]

9 years ago

A showbiz reporter has landed herself a clip in this month’s fail blogs after she attempted to high five TV star and designer Nicole Richie. Cat Greenleaf of Talk Stoop in LA was enjoying the chats with Nicole when she made one of the worst off-the-cuff decisions of her career. Because the fashionista and mum-of-two […]

9 years ago

Dublin city dwellers are about to get a sweet addition to the landscape. If you live in the George’s Quay area or pass through it on your way to work, keep your eyes peeled for a huge red squirrel, which will be appearing soon on the wall adjacent to the Workshop Gastro Pub. The piece […]

9 years ago

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 fiancé 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’ […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

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, […]

9 years ago

It’s a match made in heaven. In honour of Easter, Mór Irish Gin is launching a nationwide Easter Egg Hunt; and you can take part, no matter where you’re based. The gin company, known for its delicious wild berry botanicals and being distilled in the wilds of Tullamore, has scattered 200 exclusive Easter gifts across Irish off […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

Take note, lads. Men 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 […]

9 years ago

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, […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

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. […]

9 years ago

It’s peak spring cold season and everyone and their mother is sniffling their way miserably through April. Doctors advise taking to the sofa with your duvet and staying hydrated until your symptoms improve (and there’s nothing like sleep to speed up the recovery process) but we’ve come across a tasty little recipe with ancient Ayurvedic […]

9 years ago

In case you were ever in any doubt, we now know the preferred penis size of womankind. According to the upstanding folk at the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California and the Department of Psychology at the University of New Mexico, studies of women’s penis size preferences have typically relied on the abstract rating […]

9 years ago

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 […]

9 years ago

Well they’ve taken their time. 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 […]

9 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 […]

9 years ago

Now we’re talking. In a bold move aimed at closing the gender pay gap, employers in the United Kingdom will be asked to publish the salaries they pay their male and female employees. Any British company with more than 250 employees must hand over the figures before April 2018. The regulations will see the take-home […]

9 years ago

Ever wondered how the most catwalk-friendly of the Kardashian/Jenner clan keeps her abs in check? Kendall Jenner has been sharing her fitness secrets on her app and it turns out that she spends just 11 minutes per day working on that killer bod. Her trick, aside from super-human genes? A carefully choreographed collection of moves […]

9 years ago

The first Census in Irish history to record same sex civil partnerships and marital status was released today, logging a total of 6,034 same sex couples in Ireland. 3,442 of whom were male couples and 2,592 female. Over a third of people (37.6% of the population) are married and there are 97.8 males for every […]

9 years ago