“Best thing I ever did.” Yesterday saw singer songwriter Lily Allen celebrate two years of sobriety. Taking to Twitter, Allen said her decision to quit drink and drugs was the “best thing” she ever did. The singer updated her 5.2 million Twitter followers on her progress. She wrote: “2 years Drug and Alcohol free today […]

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Well, this is a surprise. Selling Sunset star Chrishell Stause and her boss Jason Oppenheim are officially an item, much to the shock of the show’s fans. After sharing photos of Jason kissing her neck while on holiday in Italy, Chrishell confirmed that she is dating the owner of the Oppenheim group. A representative for […]

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Ah, lads. A slice of cake from the 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Diana Spencer will be sold at auction at the start of next month. The forty-year old slice of cake was given to Moyra Smith, who was a member of Queen Elizabeth’s household at Clarence House. Ms Smith kept the slice wrapped […]

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This is spooky. Madame Tussauds has unveiled a waxwork of the girl group Little Mix, and it’s actually uncanny. Former member Jesy is, of course, included in the extremely lifelike creation, and fans can’t believe how real it looks. The wax figures of Perrie Edwards, Jade Thirwall, Leigh-Anne Pinnock and Jesy Nelson have been in […]

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“The whole point of this series is to show that friendships evolve and change over time, so Kim is always welcome to come home.” As we gear up for the highly anticipated Sex and the City reboot, we still feel a little bit gutted that all-round icon Samantha Jones is not making a comeback. While […]

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Where’s Tommy Fury when you need him? We’re two days in to Casa Amor week on Love Island now, and to say it’s stressing us out would be an understatement. Last night’s episode saw the boys’ loyalties put to the test as many of them got to know the new ladies a little better. While […]

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Calling all Harry Potter fanatics! Fans of Harry Potter understand just how precious Godric’s Hollow is. This little village is where James and Lily took their baby boy to safety when they were being pursued by Voldermort. Godric’s Hollow was also the place where Voldermort failed to kill Harry when he was just an infant. […]

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The team put in an incredible performance. The Irish women’s rowing team have secured Ireland’s first medal at the 2020 Olympics, as they won bronze in the women’s four final. The team was made up by Aifric Keogh, Eimear Lambe, Fiona Murtagh and Emily Hegarty. Australia, who were strong throughout the race, took home the […]

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There’s a reason our dreams are a little odd right now. If you’ve noticed your dreams have been extra peculiar lately, you’re certainly not alone. Many people have noticed that their dreams (and nightmares) have become particularly vivid over the past year. In fact, a study published in the Journal of Sleep Research has found […]

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Heads may turn. Throughout the week, the boys of Love Island have ditched their villa ladies as they live it up with the new bombshells in Casa Amor. This period of Love Island is always a wee bit stressful, as we hope that the boys in relationships will stay loyal to their partners. However, if […]

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The sale has been valued at £4 billion. Irish department stores Brown Thomas and Arnotts will be included in the sale of Selfridges, which will go to auction soon. The Weston family, who own Selfridges, have begun the process of auctioning the two businesses. Selfridges’ advisor, Credit Suisse, will seek a buyer for the company, […]

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“Dieter was such a lovely, kind, genuine person.” The stars of the long-running Australian soap opera Home and Away have been paying tribute to Dieter Brummer, who recently passed away. The 45 year-old actor, who played Shane Parrish on the series, was found dead in Glenhaven in Sydney on Saturday. His death is not being […]

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It’s that time again.. Last night’s Love Island saw the boys sneak off to Casa Amor, much to the displeasure of the ladies of the island. After receiving a cheeky text, the guys subtly made their way out of the villa and headed off on a lads’ holiday. They made themselves right at home in […]

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“Good on ya, ladies.” Like many of us, Pink was absolutely furious to learn about the fines imposed on the Norwegian beach handball team for wearing shorts instead of bikini bottoms at a tournament in Bulgaria. The team received a €1,500 fine from the European Handball Federation for breaking protocol by opting to wear their […]

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Worried you’re chatting to a catfish? Online dating is tough. It’s tricky to match with the perfect person, but even when you do, it’s impossible to know if they are who they say they are until you meet up in person. If you feel that the person you’re chatting to online might be hiding something, […]

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The teenager cried tears of joy when she realised she won. 13 year-old Momiji Nishiya from Japan has become her country’s youngest ever gold medal winner as she took home the top prize in the street skateboarding competition at the Tokyo Olympics. The teenager became very emotional when she discovered that she’d made history with […]

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A new system is now in place. Today sees the reopening of indoor dining as pubs and restaurants are given the go-ahead to serve people who have received both doses of the vaccine, accompanying children or to those who have recently recovered from Covid-19. As establishments welcome patrons inside once more, new guidance on contact […]

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“This is my first event ever in the Olympics and I’ve made a final.” Congratulations are in order for Irish swimmer Mona McSharry has become the second Irish swimmer to ever make an Olympic final. McSharry, who hails from Sligo, finished fourth in her semi-finals of the women’s 100m breaststroke in Tokyo this morning. Her […]

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The disgusting food challenges are just the tip of the iceberg. Listen, I am absolutely glued to this year’s Love Island, and that’s probably never going to change. However, I know deep down in my heart that I would never be able to go on that show myself, and I’m not alone. Over the past […]

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Fred and Rose West: Reopened will air later this year on ITV. This article contains content that some readers may find upsetting. ITV have announced that a new documentary surrounding the Fred and Rosemary West case is in the works. The convicted serial killers tortured and murdered at least 12 people in Gloucestershire between 1967 […]

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Well, kind of. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck appear to be going from strength to strength, as the couple made their Instagram debut. Their pal, Leah Remini, included a picture of Bennifer looking snuggly in a montage of her recent birthday. The King of Queens star captioned her post: “Wanted to share a little video […]

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The star showed off her pixie cut while on set. Oscar winning actress Nicole Kidman is currently filming Roar, the Apple TV+ adaption of Cecelia Ahern’s short story collection. The Big Little Lies star is on set in Australia as filming commences on the eight-episode series. Kidman gave her social media followers a glimpse into […]

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“The best secret I’ve ever had to keep.” Irish entrepreneur Joanne Larby has shared that she is expecting her first child. The Other Side of Perfect Podcast host told her 137,000 followers that she had enjoyed keeping the news just between close friends and family over the past few months. She acknowledged, however, that as […]

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No one saw it coming. Love Island fans are still not over last night’s recoupling, which saw Hugo confront Toby and save Chloe from dumping. During last episode, Toby’s head was well and truly turned by new girl Abigail, much to Chloe’s dismay. Later in the evening, it was the boys’ turn to pick the […]

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Drawn on eye-bags are so six months ago. In the world of modern beauty, it can be hard to anticipate the next big makeup trend. Earlier this year, for instance, the beauty bloggers of TikTok got into the habit of drawing on under eye bags to make themselves appear more tired. Recently, however, a teenage […]

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It’s the hardest show to get on, apparently. Love Island has been on our screens for several weeks now, and it’s safe to say we’re all hooked. But, have you ever wondered just how easy or difficult it is to get on the show? As it turns out, the whole process is way harder than […]

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This dating show is ALL about compatibility. Are you single and ready to mingle? A brand new Irish dating show might be just what you need. RTÉ have issued a callout for The Love Experiment, a TV show which sees two strangers sit down together over a series of questions to see how compatible they […]

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Turns out you can heatwave-proof your makeup routine. Feel like the makeup is absolutely dripping off your face in this heat? You’re definitely not alone. This week saw temperatures rise up to 30 degrees in some places, and we have definitely felt the impact of the heatwave on our faces. As we come to terms […]

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Did you catch it? Last night’s Love Island was nothing short of dramatic. We said goodbye to two islanders, welcomed three new bombshells and bore witness to Chloe and Toby’s tense argument. Despite the drama, viewers also picked up on a massive editing fail. In one scene, after the dumping of AJ and Danny, Hugo, […]

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Emily has very close connections to Cork. In one of this year’s most surprising collabs, supermodel Emily Ratajkowski is sponsoring a local basketball team in Bantry Co. Cork. Bantry Basketball Club’s coach, Pat Curran, reached out to Emily’s father, who is a friend of his, to see if she’d be interested in helping the club […]

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Some spoilers ahead… We are absolutely counting down the days until the release of And Just Like That. The highly anticipated reboot of Sex and the City will catch up with three of our four favourite cosmopolitan ladies, and see how Manhattan life is treating them all these years later. With that being said, here’s […]

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It’s important to know before you go. Earlier this week, restrictions on non-essential international travel were eased, and many holidaymakers set off abroad. However, just because the restrictions are eased doesn’t mean that it’s a free-for-all when it comes to travelling. To avoid disappointment, it’s vital to ensure that you have all necessary documents in […]

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The couple’s daughter Robyn was born last week. Congratulations are in order for Crystal Swing’s Derek Burke as he welcomes his second child with his wife Claire McAuliffe. Derek, who rose to fame as part of the trio Crystal Swing with his mother Mary, and sister Dervla, has been keeping a low profile over the […]

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Brad said that the show enabled him to meet his long lost fifteen-year old sister. This year’s Love Island hasn’t been short on twists and turns, and it looks like they’re going to keep on coming. However, one of the season’s most shocking turn of events actually happened outside of the villa, and it involved […]

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The star said that she was told to stay quiet for a long time. The past few weeks has seen Britney Spears speak out against her family, as well as her experience in the conservatorship. Yesterday, however, the star told her 32 million followers that she has plenty more to share. Britney shared a picture […]

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Be careful out there, lads. The past few days has seen some very warm weather hit our shores, but Met Éireann has warned that temperatures may hit an all-time record today and tomorrow. Yesterday, the forecaster issued their first Orange alert for Cavan, Monaghan, south Leitrim, Roscommon, Longford and Westmeath. A status yellow heat warning […]

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Things are heating up in the villa… Tonight’s Love Island will see fan favourite Kaz confront Toby over how he treated her when they were in a couple together. During the Snog, Marry, Pie challenge, Kaz shoved a pie in Toby’s face. Keen to know why, he pulls her aside for a quick chat. Kaz […]

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“It has been a privilege to have been supported by the community over the years.” It’s a sad day for the staff and customers of Gerry’s on Montague Street, as the café made the decision to close its doors after almost 40 years of business. The café’s owner, Gerry, announced the closure on Facebook. He […]

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The contestant said that he has “unfinished business” with Lucinda. Just last week, Love Island’s Brad and Lucinda parted ways after the public voted them the least compatible in the villa. The couple was told that one of them had to leave, or they could go together. Brad decided that his time in the villa […]

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To quote Willy Wonka, “You can even eat the dishes.” A Co. Meath cafe has just launched a sustainable – and tasty – initiative to counter the coffee cup waste problem. Room 8, a restaurant in Navan, is now selling coffee in an edible, crispy vegan cookie cup – and we cannot wait to try […]

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The company announced their decision yesterday. The hugely popular ice-cream company Ben & Jerry’s has pulled sales of their products from the Israeli-occupied territories: West Bank and East Jerusalem. The company said that to sell in territories that were sought by Palestinians would be “inconsistent” with their values. The ice-cream manufacturer will continue to trade […]

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Won’t someone please think of Liberty? Love Island fans were left fuming after last night’s teaser trailer showed preview footage of Jake snogging Kaz in tonight’s episode. Many immediately thought the worst, and swore to protect Liberty after what looked like a major betrayal. One fan wrote: “I swear to God if Jake gtes in […]

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Researchers say that deforestation is largely to blame. Scientists have confirmed that the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide that it absorbs for the first time ever. Most of the carbon dioxide emissions are the result of fires, many of which are set deliberately to clear land for the production of beef and […]

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Many doctors have described the practice as unscientific and abusive. England and Wales are set to ban “virginity testing”, as well as hymenoplasty – a procedure which restores the layer of membrane at the entrance to a woman or girl’s vagina. Richard Holden, a North West Durham Conservative MP, introduced a clause to the Health […]

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The Duchess of Cambridge explained that like most mums, she finds it hard to strike a balance at times. During a recent podcast appearance, Kate Middleton shared that she often feels guilty for leaving her children to carry our her royal duties. The Duchess of Cambridge opened up about “mum guilt” on Giovanna Fletcher’s hugely […]

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The hugely popular clothing brand is expected to open six stores in Ireland throughout the next year. The clothing brand American Eagle Outfitters is set to open their first store in Ireland in August. The first Irish American Eagle store will open in the Jervis Shopping Centre in Dublin. A second store is expected to […]

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The singer complained about her sister on social media over the weekend. Britney Spears has called out her younger sister Jamie Lynn, and suggested that she “hurt her deeply”in an Instagram caption. Over the last few days, the singer has been opening up about her relationship with her family on social media as the case […]

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If you’re looking for hair inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. It’s been a funny old year for our tresses, hasn’t it? Lockdown saw us abandon our straighteners, our curlers and our regular washing schedules. We even played hairdressers at home, and results were varied, to say the least. Pandemic hair is, hopefully, a […]

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Lipgloss is back. Officially. The past year has seen us neglect our lips a little, safe in the knowledge that our masks will save us the effort of dolling them up. However, as restrictions gradually start to ease, now is as good a time as any to make our lips look glossy, plump and stunning […]

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“Every story has an end. But in life, every ending is just a new beginning.” There are two types of people in this world: people who sobbed when they first watched Uptown Girls, and filthy liars. This feel-good film hit our screens back in August 2003, and it remains a classic to this day. As […]

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