Brought to you by Focus Ireland “The kids found it especially hard. My daughter cried every night saying she wanted to go home.” Our lives have been changed by the pandemic, that’s an indisputable fact. Everything we took for granted has gone. Socialising with friends, meeting with family, travel, sport, eating out… the list goes […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Disney+ So many amazing shows to choose from… Normally at this point we’d say something clever like, “say goodbye to your social life” but, well, y’know… *Gestures towards everything* Everyone’s social lives may be a distant memory right now, and we know that ‘Every Single Night In’ is the new ‘Saturday […]

5 years ago

By Senator Annie Hoey “The vast majority of student nurses are women, so this is also a gender issue.” Student nurses, who have been instrumental in keeping the system afloat during this pandemic, are not being paid and continue to place themselves at risk, propping up staffing deficiencies in the health service. This week I […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Focus Ireland “Mammy, when can we go back to our own house?” The world as we know it has changed over the past year or and there’s no getting away from that. Ever since the Covid-19 pandemic arrived, we’ve had to adapt to the new normal of seemingly never-ending restrictions in […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by UCD Smurfit School. A life-changing opportunity. If you’re struggling with the pandemic, thinking about a return to education or feeling stagnant in your career, we have just the thing. UCD Michael Smurfit Graduate Business School is partnering with Her to offer a 100% MBA scholarship worth up to €31,900 for the […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by EBS This EBS Masterclass is perfect for anyone thinking about getting their first mortgage. There is no doubt that the world we live in today has forced a lot of us to reassess and to come at life with a new perspective. For some people, the moment has come to finally […]

5 years ago

She announced the happy news this evening. RTÉ presenter Lottie Ryan has revealed she’s pregnant with her first baby. The 2FM presenter announced the happy news this evening, sharing a post on her Instagram with a picture of a babygrow alongside the words, “I guess quarantine wasn’t that boring after all #comingsoon.” View this […]

5 years ago

The Health Minister is claiming he never made such a promise and that September was simply the “aspiration”. The Health Minister has rowed back on claims that everyone in Ireland will receive the COVID-19 vaccination by September. In an interview broadcast on RTÉ, Stephen Donnelly also admitted that many of the new restrictions announced by […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by One Nutrition.  It’s a New Year but that doesn’t mean we need to restrict ourselves. With January comes resolutions and goals – and honestly, it can be pretty exhausting trying to keep up. Diets, restrictions and ‘losing weight’ tend to be the age-old resolutions that people instantly jump to come January, […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by UCD Smurfit School Ever considered pursuing an MBA to further your education and career? It’s something to think about. An MBA at UCD Smurfit School is an incredible opportunity to excel in your career and to learn invaluable skills in business, finance and leadership. Also, the fact that MBA students see […]

5 years ago

We’re not joking, this is huge.

5 years ago

New Year, new you! It’s January and we all need to go easy on ourselves, let the hair down as much as possible and do our best to remember the many good moments that 2020 brought us despite the Covid-19 pandemic. It’s fair to say, we’re all ready to embrace the New Year with renewed […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by EBS Thinking about getting your first mortgage? This EBS masterclass will answer a lot of your questions. It’s a new year and if you are looking at buying your first home in 2021, now is the time to start getting organised. And there’s no better way to do that than with […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Revolut Plus Revolut Plus could make your life, and the life of two of your friends, a lot easier – especially if you’re prone to the odd mishap! Revolut Plus has just been launched in Ireland, giving customers immediate peace of mind whenever a phone is smashed, a treasured item is […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Disney+ “Oh this is gonna be a GAS!” It’s happened to us all. You’re an ordinary, everyday superhero couple who move to the suburbs and settle down for a quiet life, only to discover that everything is… (check notes)… oh yeah… here it is… everything here is not as it seems! Welcome […]

5 years ago

We’ll never forget it. To say 2020 was an unprecedented year is an understatement. Between the Covid-19 pandemic outbreak, witnessing global anti-racism protests after the killing of George Floyd, and the voting out of President Donald Trump, many people are looking forward to welcoming in a new year. Amidst the chaos, it’s important to note […]

5 years ago

Brought you you by Revolut Plus.  Prone to a little mishap here and there? Have no fear, Revolut Plus can sort you out… all for the price of a cup of coffee. We’ve all accidentally smashed our phone screens from time to time and EVERY person in 2020 can relate to a ticketed event being […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by the HSE National Immunisation Office.  Flu season is well and truly upon us and honestly, it’s the last thing anybody needs. 2020 has been some year and I know we’re not the only ones looking forward to welcoming in the New Year. With the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s easy to forget that […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Deliveroo We all need something to look forward to this winter, and Deliveroo are here to help! It’s cold, there’s a pandemic, it’s dark, it’s cold, we haven’t been to the cinema in months and did we mention that it’s oh so friggin’ cold? How about the ultimate movie and takeaway […]

5 years ago

Ah, Christmas. The festive season is bound to be a little different this year, but one thing that won’t change is our penchant for giving gifts. Whether they’re hand delivered and immediately sanitised afterwards, or simply sent in the post, there are few feelings better than giving someone a present that they really love. So, […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by KFC All gravy, no notions. KFC knows that Christmas just wouldn’t be Christmas without its deliciously good and unrivalled gravy. Why it’s the yummiest there is. So, they’re bringing chicken to the table and celebrating the true star of the festive season — GRAVY! That’s right, gravy. The unsung hero of […]

5 years ago

Jesy confirmed she was leaving the band yesterday. Chris Hughes has shared his support for Jesy Nelson following her decision to leave Little Mix. The reality star, who dated Jesy for a period during her time in the band, commenting on the singer’s post last night confirming her reasons for stepping away from the group. […]

5 years ago

Absolutely no arguments here!

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Queen Nigella can do no wrong. She makes incredible food, she makes even more incredible desserts, she’s 60-years-old and this fact continues to perplex people across the globe. She’s also got a way with words, does Nigella – a pretty specific way. She draws them out, elongating them, making them sound entirely different – and […]

5 years ago

Ah, Christmas. The festive season is bound to be a little different this year, but one thing that won’t change is our penchant for giving gifts. Whether they’re hand delivered and immediately sanitised afterwards, or simply sent in the post, there are few feelings better than giving someone a present that they really love – […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by EBS Taking the fear and confusion out of starting your mortgage journey. Most people are looking ahead to 2021 and a fresh start. It’s been a challenging year for everyone, but people are now looking for new opportunities and a new start. Buying your first home is as big a start […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by Vodafone Ireland Don’t you think it’s about time to treat yourself? Well, it’s Black Friday today and we may have found one of the best discounts around. Vodafone is offering €200 off of a range of smartphones when you switch to a RED Unlimited Bill Pay plan. By switching to one […]

5 years ago

The model took to her Instagram stories today to discuss the matter further. Roz Purcell has apologised after receiving backlash on social media for the sizing of her new range of hiking clothes. The model, who promotes body positivity online, said she felt “really stupid” about the sizing error and has explained the issue in […]

5 years ago

Look for help and they’ll tell you to take things day by day. And they’re right. When the entire world is crumbling, as it has often seemed to be, we do little good looking to the future. Staying in the present is where it’s safe, where we can manage, where we’re in control. It’s also […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by EBS Full of helpful tips for anyone buying or building their first home. 2020 has been challenging for most people, but with 2021 on the horizon, it’s time for some people to start looking forward and planning a fresh start. The new year brings with it new hope and new opportunities, […]

5 years ago

Christmas refresh time… give me all the facials. It would normally be the time of year for glitz, glam, and a party every other day of the week. But of course, 2020 had other plans. Have no fear, we can still treat ourselves and the ones we love (’tis the season etc.) so, with that […]

5 years ago

It’s official – sort of. Scott Disick and model Amelia Hamlin are officially dating, as the images of them strolling along a beach in Malibu would suggest. The pair, who were first spotted together at Kendall Jenner’s controversial Halloween party, have been dating for an undisclosed amount of time. They went public with their relationship […]

5 years ago

Ah, Christmas. The festive season is bound to be a little different this year, but one thing that won’t change is our penchant for giving gifts. Whether they’re hand delivered and immediately sanitised afterwards, or simply sent in the post, there are few feelings better than giving someone a present that they really love. This […]

5 years ago

She hasn’t been with her partner “for a long time.” I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here’s Jess Plummer “secretly” split from her boyfriend before the show. The EastEnders actor, a contestant on this year’s I’m A Celeb in Wales, recently split from her longterm partner, Jaz. This comes after a video of the […]

5 years ago

The event occurred in the early hours of Thursday morning. Gardaí shut down a house party with over 50 people in Co Waterford this week. The incident occurred at Templar’s Hall, a student accommodation area, leading into the early hours of Thursday morning. Gardaí on patrol spotted the group at approximately 1am and were forced […]

5 years ago

Depp was dropped from the Fantastic Beasts franchise last week. Johnny Depp supporters have launched a petition asking for Amber Heard to be removed from Aquaman 2. The petition, which has since garnered over one million signatures, has claimed that Heard should be asked to resign from her upcoming project since Depp was asked to […]

5 years ago

Anyone in the mood for some Yumnuts? Please do not read this article if nut innuendos offend you. You have been warned. M&S have released a new festive treat but the name is causing quite the stir online. The yum yum-donut hybrid has been given a Christmas makeover and it’s been named the Yumnut ™, […]

5 years ago

The Simpsons have always been a fairly decent shout when it comes to predicting significant world events. They predicted Donald Trump becoming US president. They predicted 9/11. They predicted what happens when you let a popular TV show carry on far beyond its years until its burnt out, beaten, and nobody really likes it anymore. […]

5 years ago

Brought to you by The Vodafone Ireland Foundation As lockdown number two rumbles on, it’s important to remember that, as tough as we may find it, there are people out there who are truly suffering while being restricted to their homes. Statistics show that there was a 43% increase in calls to Women’s Aid during […]

5 years ago

“We are blessed to have had you in our lives…” A man believed to be the first British person to contract Covid-19 has sadly passed away following a “tragic accident.” Connor Reed, who tested positive for the virus while studying as a teacher in Wuhan, China, returned to the UK to study in Wales following […]

5 years ago

The gift that just keeps on giving. Earlier this week, Kim Kardashian announced that she had taken all of her friends and family (her close inner circle) to a private island to celebrate her birthday. According to Kim, everyone in attendance had gotten a series of health checks and quarantined for an undisclosed period of […]

6 years ago

Brought to you by the HSE We hear the term so often, but what does it really mean? You might think we’re stating the obvious but sexual consent is vital so we really want to get it right. Whether your sex life has been thriving recently or lockdown has left you wanting, it’s never a […]

6 years ago

Hopkins also marched through Heathrow Airport without a mask on. This week the ever-controversial Katie Hopkins, was spotted boarding a flight to London from LA and wandering through Heathrow Airport without a face covering on. Never one to shy away from unpopular opinions, the former Apprentice star caused quite a stir on the flight and […]

6 years ago

He is accused of the murder of his ex-partner. One of Europe’s “most dangerous” on-the-run criminals was last seen in Dublin, according to Europol. The law enforcement agency reports that Hamid Nour Eddine G Ibrahim, who is accused of murder and grievous bodily injury, was last seen in Ireland’s capital. Ibrahim allegedly murdered his ex-partner […]

6 years ago

He died last month. John Travolta’s nephew Sam Travolta has passed away. The screenwriter, who was the son of the Hollywood actor’s eldest brother, passed away under unknown circumstances in September. According to The Sun, the 52-year-old died in his home in Mount Horeb, Wisconsin. Sam, a struggling screenwriter, spoke highly of his uncle back in […]

6 years ago

Brought to you by EBS  *REGISTRATIONS NOW CLOSED*  This virtual First Time Buyers Masterclass will inform you in an entertaining way. Buying your first home is such a momentous moment in anyone’s life, but it can also be a little overwhelming when you are starting out. Covid-19 has forced a lot of people to re-evaluate […]

6 years ago

Brought to you by Special Olympics Ireland, Can’t Stop Now The ‘Can’t Stop Now’ campaign is raising vital funds for thousands of athletes in Ireland and it needs your help. The people of Ireland are being urged to use Revolut to donate vital funds to the ‘Can’t Stop Now’ campaign on behalf of Special Olympics […]

6 years ago

Periods are a natural process and a part of nearly every girl’s life. Over the past few years, the term “period poverty” has entered mainstream culture in Ireland. This occurs when periods become a financial burden for women and girls, for example people in low income households, homeless or those living in direct provision. With […]

6 years ago

Brought to you by Focus Ireland “My family can adjust to our new normal, but I don’t think I can bear an Ireland that allows homelessness to be a part of its new normal, because that just isn’t good enough.” Lockdown wasn’t easy. When it was first introduced, the constant uncertainty was a new and […]

6 years ago

Brought to you by Flahavan’s National Porridge Week kicks off next week and we’re a bit too excited. With Autumn very much upon us and the mornings getting darker, this is the perfect time to kick-start some healthy breakfast habits and head into the winter months feeling rejuvenated and full of beans (or oats as […]

6 years ago