Viewers were not happy. Love Island has been back for a week now, but the show’s use of cliffhangers is already turning fans off. Last night’s episode saw the aftermath of Friday night’s recoupling, and Rachel’s arrival in the villa. Before the weekend even started we learned that the fate of Brad and Chuggs laid […]

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The comedian used the coverage as an opportunity to shout-out her favourite vintage stores. Irish comedian and actor Aisling Bea took to Instagram to respond to an article headline which claimed that The One Show viewers were “distracted” by her “low cut jumpsuit as it gapes open”. The article, which appeared in The Daily Star, […]

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Britney is entitled to autonomy, not because she’s a star, but because she’s a human. Over the past few days, the world has followed the latest updates to the Britney Spears’ conservatorship with intense interest. Last week, the singer delivered a powerful testimony in court, during which she shared extremely worrying details regarding the legal […]

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The ban is part of the platform’s move to create a safe and inclusive space for all users. Pinterest, the image sharing platform, has made history as the first major social media company to ban all advertisements relating to weight loss. Previously, Pinterest wouldn’t allow content that is body-shaming, or content that features dangerous weight […]

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A timely reminder. Former Love Island contestant Dr Alex George has said that he is “shocked and appalled” over the death threats and online hate directed at this year’s contestants. In a post on Instagram, Alex spoke about the devastating impact online hate can have, and urged fans to think before they type. He wrote: […]

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The firm have said that they wish to respect Britney’s wishes. The firm that had been appointed to manage Britney Spears’ financial matters have requested to withdraw from their role in the legal arrangement. Bessemer Trust, a financial management firm, was appointed as co-conservator of the singer’s assets, alongside her father Jamie Spears. They have […]

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The brothers were joined by Diana’s siblings to mark the occasion of her 60th birthday. Prince William and Prince Harry have reunited in Kensington Gardens for the unveiling of a statue of their mother, Princess Diana. Today would have been her 60th birthday. In a joint statement, the brothers said that they hope the statute […]

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From gowns to bikinis to jumpers, Diana had a varied sense of style. Throughout her life, Princess Diana was loved by the public. Known as the ‘Queen of Hearts’, Diana’s charity work and public persona resonated with people in the UK and around the world. She was also renowned for her unique sense of style. […]

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Police clashed with members of the public at events honouring Sarah Everard earlier this year. An inquiry has found multiple failings in the police’s handling of attendees at the vigil for Sarah Everard in London, and the Kill the Bill protests in Bristol. A report from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Democracy and the Constitution […]

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The gymnast spoke about life before she was adopted. Simone Biles, who is regarded as one of the greatest gymnasts of all time, has opened up about her early life, and her experience with hunger as a child. The US Olympian shared stories from her childhood during an episode of the Facebook Watch series, Simone […]

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The podcaster shared the news this morning. Irish TV personality Hector Ó hEochagáin has paid tribute to his brother Freddie after he passed away suddenly. Hector shared the announcement on his Twitter page. Freddie featured regularly in the stories Hector told on Hen House, the podcast he shares with Tommy Tiernan and Laurita Blewitt. It […]

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This bucket-hat businessman already has his eye on three girls from the villa. So far on this year’s Love Island, we’ve seen a coupling, a recoupling, a dumping and it’s only been on three nights. Last night, the show teased us with two brand new boys – Chuggs Wallis and Liam Reardon. These two bombshells […]

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The move has been largely welcomed by the online community in Norway. Norway has introduced new legislation which issues fines for celebrities and influencers who retouch their photos without declaring that they have been edited. The law now states that if an influencer receives a payment for a social media post, they must declare if […]

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How handy is this? We all love a cheeky bit of Ikea, but when the time comes to level up our interiors, we’re often at a loss as to what to do with the old furniture. Fortunately, Ikea have announced a new initiative that would allow customers to sell back their old furniture to the […]

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The plan to limit indoor hospitality has faced objection from many sides. Alan Kelly, the leader of the Labour Party, has called the government’s plan to restrict indoor dining to vaccinated people “completely bananas”. His comments came after An Taoiseach  Micheál Martin described the planned approach of reopening as the “safest way”. Mr Kelly said: […]

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The Delta variant of Covid-19 is a growing concern among the population right now. On Tuesday, An Taoiseach Micheál Martin said that we are “in a race between the variant and vaccines” and that in order to proceed with reopening, we have to ensure that “the vaccine wins”. However, there is a lot of confusion […]

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Things are heating up already. After last night’s cracking premiere, it’s safe to say the nation will be tuning in to Virgin Media One tonight at 9 to see how things are kicking off on Love Island. The first episode of the season saw the islanders pair off, though it seems some couples are hitting […]

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Many felt that Oli’s identity as “transracial” is damaging to Korean people, as well as those who are trans and non-binary. A white, English influencer has attracted criticism for “coming out” as Korean after undergoing numerous surgeries to resemble Jimin, a member of the K-pop boyband BTS. Oli London announced that they were transraacial as […]

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As tempting as it looks, the trick could do some serious damage. Doctors have warned against a TikTok trend which involves putting garlic cloves in your nostrils in an attempt to relieve hay fever symptoms. Irish content creator Lauren Whelan is one of the many TikTok users to try out the ‘hack’. Her video sees […]

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Tickets for the SecretCinema event go on sale next week. When Bridgerton hit our screens last Christmas, we all fell utterly in love with it. With stunning gowns, scandalous story-lines and intriguing characters, the Netflix drama had us hooked from the get-go. Given the show’s huge success, it was only a matter of time before an […]

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The singer gave birth to a baby boy at the end of May. Former Girls Aloud star Kimberly Walsh and her husband Justin Scott have welcomed a baby boy. Walsh shared her news with OK! Magazine over the weekend. Baby Nate is the couple’s third child, and has big brothers Bobby and Cole to look […]

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Adam’s family said that he will “treasure the award forever”. On her last day in office as the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Hazel Chu gave Late, Late Toy Show star Adam King a prestigious award. Five year-old Adam won audiences over last Christmas when he spoke about his experience with brittle bone disease, virtual hugs […]

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Scarlet Duddy was last seen in Derry, but police suspect that she may have traveled with a relative into the Republic of Ireland. Authorities in Northern Ireland have appealed to the public for help in locating four year-old Scarlet Duddy, who was reported missing yesterday. The child was last seen leaving a play centre in […]

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Natasha gave him an ultimatum in the ’90s. Irish actor Liam Neeson spoke about his late wife Natasha Richardson during a recent appearance on The Late Late Show with James Corden. The actor spoke about Natasha’s reaction to rumours that he could be the next James Bond in the ’90s. One of the James Bond […]

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The brothers will reunite later this week. According to reports, Prince Harry and Prince William weren’t on the best terms at the funeral of their grandfather earlier this year. Royal historian Robert Lacey has alleged that an argument broke out between the brothers at Prince Philip’s funeral. In an article for the Daily Mail, Lacey […]

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A source has said that this year’s pre-selection criteria are the “most extensive”. Details surrounding the mental health and welfare policies in place on the dating show Love Island have emerged ahead of the series’ return. An insider source has told The Sun that this year’s mental health checks are the “most extensive tests” the […]

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Tadhg’s video of his father attempting to get a bat out of their kitchen went viral several years ago. Tadhg Fleming, the Irish social media star who went viral in 2017, has announced his engagement to his longtime girlfriend Alannah Bradley. Fleming shared the news with his 678k followers through a series of photos on […]

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The RNLI has stressed the danger of using inflatable toys at sea, following a rescue yesterday. The Wicklow RNLI has issued a warning over the use of inflatable devices, after two teenage girls were swept out to sea yesterday. The girls were in the water at Silver Strand beach in Co. Wicklow before they were […]

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TV at its best. As we gear up for this year’s Love Island, we thought it would be a good time to take a look back at some of our favourite moments from the series so far. Here are 8 moments from the series that will forever live in my head rent-free. 1. Maura’s fanny […]

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As society slowly starts to reopen, loneliness still hits hard. When outdoor dining made its triumphant return earlier this month, excitement began to build. Reservations were made, outfits were selected and our WhatsApp groups began to buzz with a newfound energy. After six months of lockdown, it felt like a sense of normality had finally […]

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Here are three we’re desperate to try. A recent trend on TikTok sees food bloggers take the infrastructure of savoury dishes, swap the ingredients out for sweeter options, and serve them up as a dessert. Oreo sushi follows this model, and the same is true for S’mores charcuterie boards. The latest dessert trend has the […]

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Earlier this week, Britney said that she wanted to sue her family. Britney Spears’ younger sister Jamie Lynn is facing criticism following her reaction to Britney’s court testimony. Many fans on social media felt that Jamie Lynn should have responded to her sister’s powerful statement, but she remained silent on the issue and disabled comments […]

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RTÉ brought in measures to ensure Rodrigo Ternevoy was supported during his recovery. Actor Rodrigo Ternevoy, who plays Cristiano San Martin on Fair City, has shared that he was recovering from septicaemia during the filming of intense scenes on the Irish soap opera. Ternevoy contracted the infection in 2019 while visiting his home country Brazil. […]

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The next supermoon won’t be visible until next year, so have your fingers crossed for clear skies tonight. The last supermoon of the year – the Strawberry Supermoon – will be visible in Irish skies this evening. The moon actually appeared at its largest last night, but if this evening is clear, sky-gazers can still […]

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Met Éireann’s future outlook is looking hopeful. After an undisputedly mixed week in terms of weather, it seems sunnier days are on the way soon. For now, however, this mixed weather will continue this weekend with some showers and sunny spells expected on both Saturday and Sunday, before it picks up next week. Met Éireann’s […]

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The star spoke about the ongoing case in a post on Instagram. Yesterday, Britney Spears took to Instagram to address her fans directly following her court statement on Wednesday. In a caption on Instagram, the star apologised to her social media followers for “pretending” to be OK. The post is markedly different from her usual […]

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Some great day-trips made the list. Understandably, the last year has been the year of the staycation. With international travel off the cards, many of us have been indulging in inter-county travel instead. To help us decide where to head to next, TripAdvisor has put together their top 10 staycations in Ireland for their Travellers’ […]

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The debate over the royal title is ongoing. A source close to Harry and Meghan has said they allegedly rejected a royal title for Archie was because it had the word “dumb” in it. Prince Harry is the Earl of Dumbarton, a title that Archie would inherit if he received a royal title. One source […]

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A sentencing date has been set for 12 July. Former Nickelodeon star Drake Bell has pleaded guilty to child endangerment during a hearing yesterday. The actor, who is known for his performance on the teen series Drake & Josh, was arrested in Cleveland earlier this month. According to court documents obtained by PEOPLE, Bell  was […]

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The series will focus on how Michaella got on in a notorious Peruvian prison. A documentary on Michaella McCollum and Melissa Reid will air on BBC iPlayer and BBC One next month. The five-part series, entitled High: Confessions of an Ibiza Drug Mule, will focus primarily on Michaella, who was arrested alongside Reid in 2013. […]

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Hook it to my veins. When it comes to dating, we’re all familiar with the old adage “It’s what’s inside that counts.” It seems that the folks over at Netflix agree. In fact, they’ve taken it to the next level with their brand new dating show Sexy Beasts. Sexy Beasts will see a selected singleton […]

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Filming for the remake is set to start next year. Actress Rachel Zegler has been cast to play the title role in Disney’s upcoming adaption of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. The 20 year-old has a busy year ahead, as she will make her film debut as Maria in Steven Spielberg’s adaption of West […]

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Things seem to be looking up for her return to Ireland soon. Vicky Phelan has shared that she is looking forward to returning home, after experiencing a number of side-effects as a result of her treatment. The Irish cervical cancer campaigner has been receiving care as part of a trial in the US. Over the […]

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In one video, Hossam told her followers that girls could earn money by working, which led her to be charged with “human trafficking”. A 19 year-old TikTok star has been given a ten-year prison sentence for “human trafficking” and “debauchery” in Cairo. Haneen Hossam told her followers that women could earn money through Likee, a […]

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The singer is expected to discuss her father’s involvement in her affairs today. Britney Spears is set to appear in court in the US today to discuss her conservatorship. Until 2019, Britney’s father, Jamie Spears, was in control of the star’s personal and financial affairs, after she was deemed unable to care for herself. Mr […]

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Definitely a step in the right direction. In a move to prevent employee burnout and stress, Bumble will give staff members an additional paid week off. Employees of the dating app shared that they were enjoying holiday time after offices in Austin, London, Moscow and Barcelona closed down. Bumble, which was founded by Whitney Wolfe […]

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The director is about to make a LOT of films for the streaming platform. Multi-award winning director Steven Spielberg is set to become very busy man following the announcement of a massive deal with Netflix. The streaming platform announced the news on Twitter. “Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Partners is teaming up with Netflix!” they wrote. “Thrilled […]

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The father shared the dread he felt as Father’s Day approached. Andrew McGinley spoke recently about the overwhelming grief he feels following the tragic deaths of his children- Conor, Darragh and Carla – last January. In an interview with RSVP Live, Andrew said that he doesn’t “feel like a dad anymore”. “Anybody who has kids […]

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“That’s not Monica!” A clip from Friends in which Monica’s body-double can be seen is currently baffling fans after a TikTok user pointed out the major blunder. Mumandmore4 shared a scene from The One with Rachel’s Date, which originally aired in 2001. In the clip, Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow) and Monica (Courteney Cox) are sitting on […]

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The couple have since been spotted out together. According to reports, Khloe Kardashian and Tristan Thompson have broken up again. News of the split comes less than a week after the Keeping Up With the Kardashians Reunion show, in which Khloe stated that she had forgiven Tristan. A friend of the couple told Page Six […]

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