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Irish language short film based on Mean Girls goes viral
A very funny new Irish language short film based on the 2004 comedy classic Mean Girls is going viral following its release earlier this month. Titled Cailíní Gránna (Mean Girls in Irish), the film was produced by Mumbro Top and reimagines the Tina Fey-scripted comedy through “Irishfied characters and localised pop culture moments”.
Kate Hudson gives update on new How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days
How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days will forever be one of the best rom-coms of all time. It has everything you need in a rom-com – set in New York, leads with infectious chemistry, a flawless soundtrack, and a charming script – and now it looks like a sequel could happen. Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey have both agreed to reprise their roles if the script was right. Kate Hudson recently told E! that a sequel “would just have to be totally right” for her to return as Andie Anderson.
Sandy Kelly's love for grandson and niece, seeing Merle Haggard live and favourite concealer
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Kevin McGahern enjoyed trying to break his co-star in new horror-comedy show Video Nasty
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Aishah Akorede's beauty secrets, holiday to Jordan, best friend and love for her brother
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Viral cow maths puzzle has left people's brains frazzled
A puzzle involving a cow has gone viral on X after people failed to agree on the correct solution to the brain teaser. The cow maths puzzle starts by saying: “I bought a cow for $800. I sold it for $1,000. “I bought it again for $1,100. I sold it again for $1,300. How much did I earn?” The riddle has left people scratching their heads but if you break it down into chunks it becomes easier.
Viral cow maths puzzle has left people's brains frazzled
A puzzle involving a cow has gone viral on X after people failed to agree on the correct solution to the brain teaser. The cow maths puzzle starts by saying: “I bought a cow for $800. I sold it for $1,000. “I bought it again for $1,100. I sold it again for $1,300. How much did I earn?” The riddle has left people scratching their heads but if you break it down into chunks it becomes easier.
Evanne Ní Chuilinn is looking forward to next 12 months as she lifts lid on family, sports and exercise
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Dermot Bannon admits he gets “sick with nerves” when Room to Improve hits screens
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Soulmate on the show, best friend, and stand out memories
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Soulmate on the show, best friend, and stand out memories
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Patrick Kielty felt a 'build up of tension and panic' before hosting The Late Late Toy Show
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Nathan Carter knocked down three quarters of his Enniskillen house and is currently rebuilding it
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Neil Patrick Harris explains why he doesn’t want to know which twin is biologically his own
The actor welcomed twins with his partner of almost 20 years David Burkta back in 2010 via a surrogate. Harris, who is known for his roles in How I Met Your Mother, Gone Girl and A Series of Unfortunate Events, to name but a few, first opened up about his decision to not find out which of his twins is biologically his when they were just four years old. “I have no interest in [finding out]. We are their parents and I love them implicitly,” he said told Barbara Walters at the time.
Heartbreaking new details come out about Avicii's final days before his death aged 28
New details have emerged about the final days of Avicii leading up to his death at the age of 28. The hit Swedish DJ – real name Tim Bergling – was a known across the globe for songs such as Wake Me Up, Levels and Hey Brother. But in 2018, the world of music was left in mourning after the 28-year-old was found dead in Oman. Bergling had taken his own life following struggles with his mental health and substance abuse. Now, a new documentary has shed new light on the producer’s final days.
Sophia Bush confirms she is queer in moving essay
Sophia Bush, best known for her roles in One Tree Hill and Chicago P.D., has confirmed she is queer. The actress, who was previously married to Chad Michael Murray and Grant Hughes, opened up about her new relationship in a moving piece on Glamour. She explained that she always felt like her sexuality was ‘on a spectrum’. “I think I’ve always known that my sexuality exists on a spectrum. Right now I think the word that best defines it is queer.
Kate Middleton has apologised for her Mother's Day photo
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Kate Middleton has released a statement apologising for “any confusion” over an image of her and her children on Mother’s Day. On Sunday morning, the family released a picture, taken by Prince William to celebrate Mother’s Day, of the Princess of Wales and her three children – Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Prince George. This was the first image of Catherine that had been released since she underwent abdominal surgery in January.
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Restaurant has brilliant response to customer’s moan about being charged €9.35 for fish and chips
A restaurant in the UK hit back in spectacular style after a customer went public with a complaint over being charged £8 (€9.35) for fish and chips.
Startling figures suggest 60% of school kids prefer gaming over physical play - HerFamily
In a world where screens dominate daily life, it’s no surprise that gaming is increasingly edging out physical play among school-age children. According to Steffan Black, an expert at Zenshield, nearly 60% of kids aged 6 to 13 now prefer video games over traditional outdoor play. This startling trend is now raising important questions about the future of childhood development and the balance between digital engagement and physical play.
This Irish baby name is making a major comeback
There are some pretty beautiful Irish baby names out there. For a small island, we certainly have a never-ending list of options for new mums and dads. Irish baby names are proving so popular with parents around the world that they’re coming back into style after dwindling in popularity for years. There’s one name in particular that suffered a huge drop in popularity in recent years but could become one of the most loved Irish baby names.
Ireland’s top baby names over the last decade have been revealed
Ireland’s most loved baby names for the last decade have been revealed. According to new research by Betway, old classics and traditional monikers continue to remain steadfast in their popularity. Emily and Jack continue to be used by expectant parents, as well as James and Grace. Betway has analysed the top 20 boys’ and girls’ monikers for Ireland over the last decade using data from the Central Statistics Office to determine which ones had remained strong picks.
This is why premature babies are given octopus teddies
If you’ve given birth to a premature baby, you’ll know firsthand that the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) experience isn’t an easy one. It can be full of intense and stressful emotions for both new parents and their early arrivals, which is why a little crocheted friend for your baby is provided after they’ve landed earthside. Perhaps you know the touching reason why premature babies are given octopus teddies. If you don’t, it’s going to make your heart smile.
Greta Gerwig addresses Barbie Oscars snub
While many people couldn’t get over the Barbie creative’s lack of nomination for Best Director after creating one of the biggest movies of 2023, she seemed to have someone else in mind. The filmmaker finally spoke about the snub for the first time in a new interview with Time, where she shared a story. “A friend’s mom said to me, ‘I can’t believe you didn’t get nominated,'” Greta said. “I said, ‘But I did.
Barry Keoghan opens up about being a dad
Irish actor Barry Keoghan has silenced anyone who doubted him as a parent. The Saltburn actor welcomed a baby boy with his ex-girlfriend Alyson Kierans, but the pair ended their relationship in 2023. The public was quick to comment on their relationship and doubted whether Keoghan could co-parent successfully whilst balancing his career. They slated the couple for ending their relationship but the end of their romance never stopped Brando from having two loving parents.
The signs of oesophageal cancer
Lollipop Day is just around the corner and golf legend Padraig Harrington joined the CEO of the Oesophageal Cancer Fund (OCF) Carmel Doyle to launch Lollipop Day. Hundreds of volunteers will be raising vital funds for the charity this month. OCF volunteers will be at 80 locations nationwide to sell lollipops on those days. The charity is urging people, who can’t donate cash for the lollipops, to donate online at www.ocf.ie or to organise their own school, club, or company fundraiser this year.
Everything you need to know
On March 8th, the country will vote on two proposed amendments to articles in the Constitution, which refer to the family and the role of care within the home. In a matter of weeks, voters will be asked to approve various amendments to Article 41 of the Constitution; the Family Amendment and the Care Amendment. The family amendment referendum will ask voters if they agree with amending Article 41.1.1 and Article 41.3.1 of the Constitution to recognise the diversity of families in Ireland.
Here's what happens to Dexter Mayhew in the future
We’ve all cried like babies over the new One Day series on Netflix, right? If, like me, you’ve been constantly thinking about the emotional but devastating Netflix adaptation then fear not, I’ve got some good news about Dexter Mayhew. The lead character was left heartbroken following the untimely death of his true love, Emma Morley. But does Dexter ever get a happy ending? The end of One Day sees the single dad climbing Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh with his daughter Jazz.
Gilmore Girls star Kelly Bishop has penned a memoir
Gilmore Girls is one of the most loved shows in pop culture history. The series is as popular as ever even though it hasn’t been on air since 2007. It grew in popularity after it was added to Netflix with fans falling head over heels in love with Lorelai and Rory’s world in Stars Hollow. However, the original Gilmore girl was always my favourite – the bold, courageous, and powerful, Emily Gilmore.
Old and ancient Irish monikers are set to be big in 2024
This year, six Irish names are set to be very popular with expectant parents. Unless your name choice has been locked in for years, choosing a moniker for your newest family member is not always an easy task. With so many options available and naming trends changing all the time, what was popular last year, may be more unique in 2024. However, one trend suggests that some beautiful, old, and ancient Irish names are due to make a comeback.
'We shouldn't push the narrative it's romantic to get back with an ex'
We all love love. So when Molly Smith and Callum Jones returned to the All-Stars series of Love Island as exes, people understandably were rooting for them to rekindle their romance. Over the last five weeks, viewers have made it no secret that they want to see the former flames declare their undying love for one another, get back together, and win the show as a couple.
Pregnant woman outraged after employers let her go
BY Nina McLaughlin Being pregnant is one of the most exciting, but overwhelming times in your life. One of the last things you need to worry about is losing your job, but this was a reality for one pregnant woman after her job let her go just one day after she told them she was pregnant. Amy explained that she was working for a tech company when she was fired seemingly out of nowhere.
What is 'Shadow Work' and what are the benefits?
But when a black book called The Shadow Work Journal: A Guide to Integrate and Transcend your Shadows landed on my desk, it didn’t exactly fit the aesthetic and wholesome personal empowerment tools I’ve come to associate wellness with. Nonetheless, I got started on the exercises, techniques, and reading within the workbook by Keila Shaheen. The idea of shadow work is to get to know to part of yourself that can be unknown; the parts we’re not proud of; that our ego does not identify with.
Sydney Sweeney and Paul Mescal would be the best rom-com duo
Sydney Sweeney may have just set the wheels in motion for the next dream duo in the rom-com world. Sweeney and Glen Powell blew audiences away in their enemies-lovers rom-com Anyone But You, but it looks like she’s got another co-star in mind. The Euphoria actress told BuzzFeed that she thinks Paul Mescal, would be ‘fun to work with’.
Why are we afraid of public speaking? A phobia specialist weighs in
One of the top-listed phobias experienced by people globally is socialising and public speaking, for fear of being judged, rejected, and/or embarrassed. Being afraid of public speaking or social interactions almost sounds like an unfounded fear, given that there is no real or immediate danger. Especially when you stack it up against other common phobias like a fear of heights, flying, thunder, or spiders, for example.
What is a 'couplepause'? The sexual health term explained
While Valentine’s Day is all about the romance and the lovey-dovey side of being in a relationship, not all couples may be feeling that way. This can particularly be the case with older couples, who may be experiencing changes in their body with age. The term ‘couplepause’ is mainly associated with older partnerships, when menopause and andropause have started.
This is the 'best parenting hack' for teaching good manners
Trying to encourage our children to practice good manners can be tricky at the best of times. However, it’s a habit every parent tries their best to encourage. It may sound straightforward, but young children often forget the magic words, which means we need to remind them to say ‘please’ and ‘thanks’ a lot of the time.
Laura Whitmore lands acting role in screen adaptation of 'Queenie'
Laura Whitmore is returning to the small screen with a role in the TV adaptation of ‘Queenie’. The actress is set to play a health professional in the series based on the best-selling novel by Candice Carty-Williams. Laura Whitmore recently gave her fans a glimpse at her character in the series and we can’t wait to tune in. Alongside a still from the series, Whitmore gushed about working with the ‘Queenie’ cast and crew. “Popping up, literally, in Queenie.
Are love languages real? Science says no
You may have heard this question before or even read someone definition of it in some terrible dating profile you’ve swiped left on but have you really thought about it? In case you’re one of the lucky few who has managed to avoid them, love language theory was devised by marriage counsellor Gary Chapman in 1992.
My mum accidentally dropped my baby
A new mum has been left feeling conflicted after her own mum dropped her baby by accident. She explained that the incident happened a few days ago, but luckily her baby girl was okay. Her daughter, who is eight months old, was perfectly fine, but the mum is understandably nervous following the incident. She told Reddit that she is now feeling traumatised and keeps having flashbacks of her daughter falling.
Nicola Tallant talks podcasting, cold cases and coffee with criminals
As an accomplished author, podcaster and investigative journalist, relaxed wouldn’t be the first word that comes to mind when you think of her job description but she just has that energy. “I suppose looking in from the outside it looks a bit more mental,” Nicola says, “But some people say you can meet monsters in the boardroom as well.” While that’s very true, some may argue that meeting convicted criminals and reporting on murder cases is just a tiny bit more high-intensity, but I digress.
Books to read after watching the Netflix series
If you’ve already fallen head over heels in love with the Netflix adaptation of ‘One Day’ then you need to check out our recommended books. Emma and Dexter’s love story is one of the most perfect stories but some books are just as special as the David Nicholls novel. I’ve gathered up a list of novels that ‘One Day’ fans will hopefully love, from Sally Rooney’s bestsellers to a gem by Beth O’Leary.
Did you know pregnancy tests have an expiration date?
When used correctly pregnancy tests are accurate 99% of the time. Whether you’re hoping to get pregnant or not, it’s an important thing to check before you use one or else you might not get an accurate understanding of what’s happening to your body. Before we get into all of that, it’s important to know how pregnancy tests work. While we all know that most pregnancy tests involve urinating on a stick, why do we actually have to do it?
Best-selling novel adapted for Netflix
‘One Day’ is one of those books that just sticks with you from the moment you read the last page. It is one novel that I haven’t stopped thinking about since reading it nearly ten years ago. There’s just something so special about Emma and Dexter’s love story that you can’t forget. It’s full of emotional moments, heartbreaking dilemmas, and the most beautiful friendship you’ll ever come across. Their relationship, from start to finish, is nearly addictive.
These are some Dutch names that are too gorgeous not to consider
The Dutch are renowned for their innovative thinking. When it comes to their baby’s name, it seems, it’s no different. Many of the most popular girl and boy names in The Netherlands such as Julia, Sophie, Luca, and Levi are familiar all around the world. However, more traditional Dutch names are just as endearing and we should absolutely consider them during the baby naming process. Here are our favourites, some inspiration taken from Nameberry, the world’s leading baby naming site.
The Night Agent is set to return for a second season
If you’re looking for something to watch on Netflix then look no further than ‘The Night Agent’. I recently watched the series in a day (don’t judge, I was sick) and couldn’t get enough of it. I may have been late to the game, but the hype around The Night Agent is as strong as ever. Fans of the show will be thrilled to hear that it is finally returning for a second season. The streaming service revealed that the second season is now in production.
Being a bookworm is actually good for your health
Scientists have officially confirmed some pretty sweet news if you’re a big reader. Apparently, reading is good for your well-being. A study has found that reading for just 30 minutes a day can reduce your blood pressure. Not only can it impact your physical health, but it can also lower your heart rate, as well as stress levels. If you’re feeling more stressed than usual then something as simple as reading can really help boost your mood.
There is now a kid's version of a Stanley Cup
You can’t escape their giant metallic form as you walk down the street but most of the time you see them in the hands of adults. Which, due to their sheer size and capacity, just makes sense. Yet now even toddlers can hop in and grab their own version of the trendy drinking vessel as Fisher-Price has jumped on the bandwagon making their own version for tiny hands. Though not marketed as a Stanley you can’t deny the resemblance between the products.
If you liked Gone Girl or The Girl on the Train, you'll love this book
As a child, I adored reading. As an adult, I find it extremely hard to set aside time and energy to tuck into a book, despite how amazing it may be. If I’m honest, I’m averaging around four to five books, a year, at best. After multiple pleas from my boyfriend to try audiobooks instead, I decided to give in, expecting to meet the same struggle that I do with a handheld book.
Seven reasons why book boyfriends are just better
Sure they can’t take you out for dinner or physically touch you there are so many reasons why men on paper are just better than those in practice. If you’re trying to mentally list off reasons why I’m wrong I can stop you with one name, Mr Darcy. Yet if that’s not enough to convince you, there just keep reading and I’ll have you nodding in agreement before you’ve finished the article. They’re fictional. How can they?
Why your toddler is always waking you up at night
Remember the days before you had a toddler and we used to get a full night’s sleep? We miss that. Having children completely flips your world around, but it’s worth all the sleepless nights. If you’ve noticed that your toddler has gotten into a habit of waking you up during the night then there’s actually a scientific reason for it. Having your sleep disrupted may bug you, but our toddlers are hardwired to find you if you’re not near them. Adorable, right?
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