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  • Tesco workers have added two days of strike action in the lead up to Christmas

    Tesco workers have added two days of strike action in the lead up to Christmas

    Tesco workers in Sligo and Carrick-on-Shannon are going on strike. It comes as the shop workers at the Carrick-on-Shannon branch will take industrial actions today, however they have now added more dates. Employees have planned to take further industrial action on December 22, and Sligo workers will strike on December 21 and 22. Mandate General Secretary […]

    8 years ago

  • Experts warn that if you have any of these 22 apps, they could be costing you

    Experts warn that if you have any of these 22 apps, they could be costing you

    Do you have any of these apps? Experts at security firm Sophos have found that 22 apps available on Android phones are a source of ‘clickfraud’. 22 apps that can be found on the Google Play Store have a background function that opens ads in your browser without you knowing. According to The Sun, an expert said: […]

    8 years ago

  • The most asked beauty question of 2018 is not a surprising one

    The most asked beauty question of 2018 is not a surprising one

    Sometimes, we have to Google stuff. We believe it’s because we went around with blue eyeshadow and ridiculously dreadful smokey eyes when we were teens because there was no easy access to the Internet. So we just winged it and now cringe at all the photos from our early teen days. However, now it seems […]

    8 years ago

  • Rain, wind and two weather warnings: Today is not looking good

    Rain, wind and two weather warnings: Today is not looking good

    Bring a brolly. If you haven’t already noticed, it’s rotten outside… and it looks like it’s going to get worse. With Met Éireann issuing two weather warnings last night, the day is going to be filled with rain and wind all across the country. Wet and windy. Heavy rain in many parts of the country […]

    8 years ago

  • This gorgeous velvet robe can be worn in multiple ways and suits every body shape

    This gorgeous velvet robe can be worn in multiple ways and suits every body shape

    It can be hard dressing at this time of year. While the go-to for party outfits might be slinky dresses and tight skirts, a lot of us either don’t like that aesthetic or rather have something a little more comfortable. But instead of opting for trousers, we’ve found something that will suit all body types […]

    8 years ago

  • Mum met with anger after she complains that other mothers should ‘try harder’

    Mum met with anger after she complains that other mothers should ‘try harder’

    We’re all busy. Whatever we have going on in our lives, it sometimes feels like we don’t have a minute to settle. Between working, cooking, cleaning, washing, looking over homework, and actually giving ourselves some time to relax, most of our days we’re running around like headless chickens. However, one mum took to Facebook to […]

    8 years ago

  • Have you ever heard of multi-tier hosting? Mum ‘resents’ that her family do it

    Have you ever heard of multi-tier hosting? Mum ‘resents’ that her family do it

    Do you know anyone who does multi-tier hosting? We all have different relationships with family members. Some we’re closer to while others we don’t see as much. Multi-tier hosting is when some family members (or friends) are invited over to stay at one’s house. Some are invited for longer periods of time while others just […]

    8 years ago

  • These €16 Disney jammies are needed for the Christmas season

    These €16 Disney jammies are needed for the Christmas season

    These are just the cutest. If you’re one of those people who buy new pyjamas for the whole family for Christmas (guilty) then wait until you see these adorable Penneys ones. For every Disney fan out there, or more specifically if you’re a Bambi fan, you will adore these jammies. Coming in at only €16 […]

    8 years ago

  • Holly shares first look of what she’s wearing to the I’m A Celeb wrap party

    Holly shares first look of what she’s wearing to the I’m A Celeb wrap party

    Extra AF. Well, it’s all over. It seems like this year’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here went by really fast – and this year came with its changes. Most notably the biggest change was Holly Willoughby stepping in for Ant McPartlin after he took time off the show to concentrate on himself […]

    8 years ago

  • Met Éireann predict that we’re in for a day of low temperatures and rain

    Met Éireann predict that we’re in for a day of low temperatures and rain

    It’s not really looking great, is it? Met Éireann is predicting that the weather today will be mainly wet, cold and cloudy, although there is a chance that a bit of sunshine will break through during the day – and we’ll be honest, we’ll take anything at this stage. Today will be mostly cloudy, though […]

    8 years ago

  • A Meghan Markle musical has officially been confirmed

    A Meghan Markle musical has officially been confirmed

    Yep, you read that correctly. If you’re planning on going out for New Years, then we maybe/kinda/not really/might have something that will tickle your fancy when you’re no doubt hungover the next morning. It has been confirmed that a musical about Meghan Markle is currently being made and will air on New Year’s Day. The […]

    8 years ago

  • Mums discuss bad baby groups and sound of them sound absolutely awful

    Mums discuss bad baby groups and sound of them sound absolutely awful

    There’s good ones and there’s bad ones. If you like to go to baby or mum groups, sometimes you really don’t know what you’re walking into. However, one mum has taken to an online forum to complain about how she feels like she is treated like a child no matter where she goes. She first […]

    8 years ago

  • Bargain! We are adoring this River Island jacket that has just gone on sale

    Bargain! We are adoring this River Island jacket that has just gone on sale

    This is one that will go with everything in your wardrobe. It’s also something that looks incredibly comfy but fancy and stylish, which ticks all of our boxes. We are absolutely loving this velvet jacket from River Island. With floral embroidery on the front and a zip up front, it came in at €45 and […]

    8 years ago

  • This video of Prince William singing is so pure, it will brighten up your day

    This video of Prince William singing is so pure, it will brighten up your day

    Brilliant. One thing we don’t see very often is the royals letting their hair down and having a good time. They’re usually very reserved and stick to royal protocol at all times when they’re in public. However, back in 2013, Prince William taking to the stage in Kensington Palace singing Livin’ On A Prayer with […]

    8 years ago

  • We absolutely adore Pantone’s 2019 colour of the year

    We absolutely adore Pantone’s 2019 colour of the year

    Planning a few home updates in the new year? Then you might care to know that Pantone has now announced its 2019 colour of the year – and it’s pretty fab. Next year, according to the colour- and trend experts, coral – or, as they call it, Living Coral, will be the colour that will […]

    8 years ago

  • Met Éireann predict that there’s going to be rain, rain and more rain today

    Met Éireann predict that there’s going to be rain, rain and more rain today

    Bring your umbrella because it looks like we’re in for a downpour. Met Éireann has predicted we’re in for a day and night of heavy rain across the country. Temperatures won’t be too bad, reaching up to 13 degrees, however they will drop today. The weather forecaster said: “Mostly cloudy this morning with outbreaks of […]

    8 years ago

  • Buckingham Palace went ALL out with its Christmas decorations this year

    Buckingham Palace went ALL out with its Christmas decorations this year

    Wow. wow, wow, wow. The royals have gone all out for Christmas this year and we have our first sneak peek at the decorations. The 2018 trees have arrived in Marble Hall and they’re very fancy altogether. Of course, there’s crown ornaments, as well as colourful baubles and little tiny carriages hanging on all of […]

    8 years ago

  • Jamie and Jools Oliver have the sweetest Christmas tradition with their kids

    Jamie and Jools Oliver have the sweetest Christmas tradition with their kids

    We all have little traditions with our families. Some open a present on Christmas Eve, some buy Christmas pyjamas, others play game – however, Jamie and Jools Oliver’s Christmas tradition is one of the best we’ve seen in a while. The parents took to Instagram to share a picture of their kids, Buddy and Petal, […]

    8 years ago

  • We just found a dupe of Kate Middleton’s skirt in H&M for 40 quid

    We just found a dupe of Kate Middleton’s skirt in H&M for 40 quid

    This is going to sell out fast. Kate Middleton was clearly getting in the festive spirit yesterday as she wore the most Christmassy outfit. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge hosted a Christmas party at Kensington Palace for the families of military serving in Cyprus during the annual December holiday. Kate wore a tartan Emilia […]

    8 years ago

  • Mums discuss: Do you buy your other half a Christmas present?

    Mums discuss: Do you buy your other half a Christmas present?

    It’s all personal choice, really. On the lead up to Christmas, it’s safe to say that it can be a bit hectic. Between planning dinner, buying presents for the little ones, organising the house and decorations… it’s a busy time of year. But then pops the question… do you buy a present for your other […]

    8 years ago

  • Eastenders viewers spotted something a bit naughty during a very intense scene

    Eastenders viewers spotted something a bit naughty during a very intense scene

    It was an intense scene with a lighthearted moment. Drama is heating up in Walford at the moment, and it will all come out on Christmas Day about Alfie’s love child. Last night however, Kat and Alfie had an intense talk in the bathroom… but it wasn’t their conversation that struck viewers, instead it was […]

    8 years ago

  • Mums share the silly things they hear themselves saying and we can ALL relate

    Mums share the silly things they hear themselves saying and we can ALL relate

    It happens. When we have kids, a lot of things change. Our whole lives basically change – and one thing that certainly changes is what we hear ourselves saying everyday. Mums shared the sentences that they have to utter out loud, and we have to say, they’re really something else. We picked out our favourite ones […]

    8 years ago

  • You won’t believe what Prince Charles said to Diana after they got engaged

    You won’t believe what Prince Charles said to Diana after they got engaged

    We don’t blame her. Becoming engaged to the man you love is no doubt one of the happiest times of your life. You’re overcome with joy and want to shout it from the rooftops. That’s probably how Princess Diana felt after Prince Charles asked her to marry him… however, during their engagement interview, he said […]

    8 years ago

  • Met Éireann predicts that we’re going to experience a cold snap tonight

    Met Éireann predicts that we’re going to experience a cold snap tonight

    Cold, cold, cold. That’s all the weather can be described as. While today will be mild enough, Met Éireann has warned that it’s going to reach -1C tonight. Wexford, Cork and Waterford will also be dealing with a yellow rain warning until tomorrow. The weather forcaster said: “Cold this morning and dry with some sunshine. […]

    8 years ago

  • Ryanair just launched a huge seat sale with prices as low as €9.99

    Ryanair just launched a huge seat sale with prices as low as €9.99

    GO, GO, GO! If you want to get that special someone something extra special for Christmas – or you just want to treat yourself, then head to the Ryanair website right now. To celebrate adding two new routes to Dubrovnik and Split from Dublin Airport, the airline has announced a seat sale with prices going for […]

    8 years ago

  • 13 Irish food businesses were closed in November due to regulation breaches

    13 Irish food businesses were closed in November due to regulation breaches

    Have you eaten in any of these places? It’s never nice to know that a food place you often frequent has been closed down – but 13 businesses were closed in the month of November due to breaches of regulations. According to the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI), the affected businesses were located in […]

    8 years ago

  • TWO new celebs have been confirmed for Dancing With The Stars Ireland

    TWO new celebs have been confirmed for Dancing With The Stars Ireland

    These two will be brilliant. There’s not long to go now before Dancing With The Stars Ireland officially returns to our TV screens. And now two more celebs have just been announced for the show. RTÉ confirmed today that Darren Kennedy and Eilish O’Carroll will take part in the competition. . @Darrenken and @EilishOCarroll have […]

    8 years ago

  • The latest weather forecast shows we’re in for a very cold week

    The latest weather forecast shows we’re in for a very cold week

    It’s going to be frosty. While tonight we’re going to see temperatures take a dip, the rest of the week is looking worse. Met Éireann has announced that Monday night will see “Cold, calm and frosty with the risk of icy stretches. Most areas will be dry and clear, though a few showers will affect […]

    8 years ago

  • Groom’s mother did the most awful thing the night before the wedding

    Groom’s mother did the most awful thing the night before the wedding

    Sorry, what? We’ve come across a fair few wedding disaster stories in our day but this one just sounds unbelievable. A bride took to Reddit to give a breakdown of her wedding day and it involves the groom’s stepmother giving the groomsmen money to to bring the groom’s brother to a strip club. Then, there’s […]

    8 years ago

  • Everyone is going to love the new Penneys Mickey Mouse collection

    Everyone is going to love the new Penneys Mickey Mouse collection

    How dotey. Penneys is known for releasing quite a few fab Disney collections. Between the Chip cups and the numerous clothing lines, we love absolutely all of them. However, this collection is one of the best yet. Penneys shared pieces from the new line on Instagram, and we just love it. Plus, with prices starting […]

    8 years ago

  • Buckingham Palace finally put an end to the Kate and Meghan rumours

    Buckingham Palace finally put an end to the Kate and Meghan rumours

    It was rumour after rumour. From the moment Meghan Markle and Prince Harry announced they were moving away from Kensington Palace, there have been plenty of rumours that it was because of a rift between her and Kate Middleton. Especially after Kate was said to have been left “in tears” after a fitting for Princess Charlotte’s […]

    8 years ago

  • Met Éireann predict that were in for a cold, rainy day

    Met Éireann predict that were in for a cold, rainy day

    It’ll start off grand, but the end of the day is not looking good. Met Éireann is predicting that we’re in for a day or rain, frost and ice. The weather forecaster says that while this morning will be mild enough, come night it will hit freezing point. It said for today: “Generally cloudy and […]

    8 years ago

  • Do you think it’s weird if strangers talk to you and your child?

    Do you think it’s weird if strangers talk to you and your child?

    It happens. You’re out and about, at the park or in line for the shops, and someone comments on the weather or how behaved your child is. But do you find it weird? Would you answer or just pass on? This mum took to an online forum to complain about strangers striking up conversation with […]

    8 years ago

  • This €14 Penneys bag is the perfect accessory for carrying all your bits

    This €14 Penneys bag is the perfect accessory for carrying all your bits

    We adore the red one. If you’re like us and carry the kitchen sink with you where ever you go, then this bag is for you. Between our makeup, laptop, phone, keys, and general shite that seems to make its way into our bags, we need something that will hold everything. We spotted this bag […]

    8 years ago

  • Everyone was laughing at THIS part of I’m A Celebrity tonight

    Everyone was laughing at THIS part of I’m A Celebrity tonight

    Oh, God. Tonight was the night. It was the eating trial. Honestly, if we were ever to go on the show this is the part we’d dread the most. It’s disgusting and we’d be gagging the whole way through. Because who wants to eat nipples anyway? But Sair Khan and Malique Thompson-Dwyer were up for the […]

    8 years ago

  • Leona Lewis has just announced her engagement to her longtime boyfriend

    Leona Lewis has just announced her engagement to her longtime boyfriend

    Congrats! A huge congratulations is in order for Leona Lewis – she has just confirmed her engagement. The singer told her fans on Instagram – as well as doing a very cute shoot on People. She wrote on the social media site: “My heart is singing the happiest song it’s ever sung! I’m bursting with joy […]

    8 years ago

  • Rochelle Humes’ €72 Warehouse dress is the ultimate wardrobe staple

    Rochelle Humes’ €72 Warehouse dress is the ultimate wardrobe staple

    We’re loving this. If you’re on the lookout for something that can bring you from the desk to dinner, then this is the perfect piece for you. Rochelle Humes is currently filling in for Holly Willoughby on This Morning while she’s in the Australian jungle filming I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here. And […]

    8 years ago

  • Apparently, Prince Harry and Prince William have had a falling out

    Apparently, Prince Harry and Prince William have had a falling out

    We don’t really understand it. Prince Harry and Prince William have always seems like brothers that get along like a house on fire. I mean, they have no doubt had brotherly squabbles growing up, but in public, they always seem like they have a laugh and get on really well together. That’s why it’s surprising […]

    8 years ago

  • The latest weather forecast sees a weather warning in place for the whole country

    The latest weather forecast sees a weather warning in place for the whole country

    It doesn’t look like the weather is going to get better any time soon. Met Éireann has a weather warning set for the entire country as Storm Diana has hit Ireland. The Status Orange wind warning has been updated for Wexford, Galway, Clare and Waterford with Met Éireann saying: “Update: Severe winds associated with Storm […]

    8 years ago

  • You won’t believe how much this fantastic charity drive collected over the years

    You won’t believe how much this fantastic charity drive collected over the years

    Drive4Charity has completed its last run. Drive4Charity consisted of up to 60 cars touring Ireland for 3 days bucket collecting in aid of various charities such as Crumlin Children’s Hospital, Console and Pieta House. Drive4Charity is a Non-Profit Organisation that was founded in 2009 by motor enthusiasts Kieran O Donoghue & Jason O Toole with the […]

    8 years ago