We’ve all been there before; you wake up after a heavy night on the sauce to find a delish leftover pizza waiting for you in the fridge. And although we’re usually ridden with guilt after devouring one too many slices, apparently we can eat pizza for breakfast in the comfort that it might be healthier […]

8 years ago

New research has revealed that drinking very hot tea alongside heavy alcohol consumption can increase the risk of oesophageal cancer. Researchers in China conducted the study, which looked into 456,155 participants aged 30 to 79 for roughly nine years. Oesophageal cancer has already been linked to smoking and consuming alcohol.  However, the scientists found that […]

8 years ago

First dates can be pretty unpredictable.  You never know whether it’s going to be awkward, exciting, boring, or interesting until you arrive to the date.  And there’s nothing worse than spending an hour of your day chatting to someone who seems nice at the beginning, but turns out to be the complete opposite of what […]

8 years ago

We’re not ashamed to admit that our phones are probably in our hand for a solid 90% of the day. But after hearing that the light from our phones could be affecting our skin, we’re probably going to think twice about spending the majority of the day editing Instagram posts and trying on different Snapchat […]

8 years ago

Under new anti-terror laws, airlines will supply passenger information to the Government from non EU flights entering or leaving Ireland. The new legislation, which is due to come into effect in May of this year, is part of a “shared intelligence network” to tackle serious crime, according to the Irish Mirror.  Minister for Justice Charlie […]

8 years ago

The Labour Party today will propose a Bill in the Dáil to tackle harassment, stalking, cyber-bullying and ‘revenge porn’.  The Harassment, Harmful Communications and Related Offences Bill 2017 aims to update Ireland’s existing harassment laws to cover modern technology and social media. Labour Party leader Brendan Howlin said: “Our Bill seeks to bring existing regulation […]

8 years ago

As if Monopoly didn’t make us viciously fight with our friends and family members enough as it was, they’ve only gone and created a brand new version of the all-time classic. via GIPHY The brand new Monopoly ‘Cheaters Edition’ is absolutely perfect for anyone who has ever tried to sneakily swipe some cash or rob […]

8 years ago

The average amount of money Irish couples spend on their weddings has been revealed, so if you’re planning on tying the knot soon, you might want to start saving – fast! Weddings Online conducted a survey that revealed a wallet-burning €26,015 is the average amount spent on a wedding, including the honeymoon, in Ireland. The survey, […]

8 years ago

The Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation has said that the overcrowding problem in Irish hospitals has now become a ‘humanitarian issue’. The INMO’s latest figures show that there are 644 people waiting on hospital trolleys and overflow areas in Irish hospitals this afternoon.  The highest figures come from University College Hospital Galway, where a total of […]

8 years ago

Everyone who isn’t a morning person – listen up. We understand that the daily struggle of trying to drag yourself out of the bed is possibly one of the worst parts of the day, and sometimes hitting the snooze button several times seems like the only way to help the situation. However, Matthew Walker, neuroscientist and […]

8 years ago

For as long as we can remember, Father Ted has been arguably one of the best shows in the history of Irish television. That’s why when we saw that Malones Pub Edinburgh had dedicated a whole section of the pub to Ted, Dougal, Jack and the rest of the gang, we couldn’t help but think […]

8 years ago

Valentine’s Day is all about letting your loved one know just how much you care about them. But if you’re looking for something a little different than the usual lovey-dovey cards, you can now opt for some more interesting cards with phrases including “langers love longer”, “you’re my kinda culchie” and “you’re some woman for […]

8 years ago

Fine Gael representative Fergus O’Dowd wants the DART line extended to Drogheda. The Louth TD wants the extension plans for the DART line, which see it catering to Balbriggan and Maynooth, to work toward serving Drogheda, according to Dublin Live. Mr O’Dowd said: “I am calling for the Dart to be extended as far as […]

8 years ago

A row over the funding allocated to upgrade public lighting at Páirc Uí Chaoimh could pose a threat to Ed Sheeran’s upcoming concert dates. The Irish Examiner reported that Fianna Fáil councillor Terry Shannon said the Cork County Board still have not paid for lighting upgrades. Concern over the public lighting in the main areas […]

8 years ago

Having already announced that they will headline a huge open-air gig in Malahide Castle this June, Kodaline will now play another two gigs later this year. The lads took to Twitter to announce the good news today, firstly tweeting: “CORK we’re coming back to play in your beautiful city! Tickets on sale this Friday 9am!” […]

8 years ago

Last week we took a look at Penneys fabulous lingerie, which is ideal for Valentines Day. And just when we thought they couldn’t possibly top this gorgeous line, they release a brand spanking new bridal range, and we can tell it’s going to be very popular among brides-to-be.  Not only do they have gorgeous lingerie […]

8 years ago

There are few things in life that are more annoying than having nothing to wear and not having enough time to order something online. However, ASOS have just introduced their ‘premier delivery’ to Ireland, and all of problems are finally solved.   YAAAAAASSSS. via GIPHY The premier delivery option costs €18.99 per year, and gives you […]

8 years ago

Gardaí were paid €5.7 million in compensation after sustaining injuries while on duty last year. The average pay out to the 98 gardaí who were attacked during the course of duty last year totalled at €58,163. In 2016, €4.7 million compensation was given to 74 claimants, €3.6 million was paid out to 63 claimants […]

8 years ago

Whether you’re jetting off for a cheeky sun holiday with the girls, headed on a fancy getaway with your partner or going on a business trip, it’s nice to sit down, relax and enjoy sipping on a drink. And although we’ve often enjoyed a glass of wine (or five) during a flight, we never knew […]

8 years ago

Vtech Electronics Europe plc is recalling a children’s toy due to fears that it could be unsafe. The ‘Shake and Sing Elephant Rattle’ has been sold in various toy stores in the Republic of Ireland, according to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC). Image: Competition and Consumer Protection Commission The CCPC say that an issue […]

8 years ago

Let’s be real, the first thing we reach for after a sweaty workout isn’t usually a glass of pickle juice – we probably couldn’t think of anything less appetising. However, it turns out that it actually has a lot of benefits. When we do a sweaty workout, we lose a lot of fluids and electrolytes, but […]

8 years ago

Relationships can be complex. Sometimes you go through amazing patches with your partner, when you just can’t seem to get enough of them. And other times, you literally cannot stand them. Things like arguments and jealousy are totally normal from time to time, but if they become regular, this when you need to realise that […]

8 years ago

Did you do Irish dancing when you were younger? You’re probs pretty lucky if you managed to escape unharmed, ‘cos new research has shown that Irish dancers are more at risk of injury than any other form of dance. Researchers from the University of Limerick carried out a study on a group of 37 championship-­level […]

8 years ago

In an ideal world, if your partner had feelings for someone else, they would simply come and tell you so that you could move on without experiencing additional heartbreak. However, this is rarely the case, and most times it all comes to blows when you finally catch them out for their sneaky ways. And now, […]

8 years ago

We’ve already heard of vegan Guinness and vegan pizza, and now we can finally enjoy a guilt-free Cornetto ice-cream cone! Yep, it’s true. Cornettos are the latest food to jump on the vegan bandwagon, and to be honest, we can’t wait to try it.  Image: PETA UK Not only is the new imagining of Cornetto vegan, […]

8 years ago

Under a new Bill that was published today, landlords will have to give private tenants at least three months’ notice of termination. As well as this, they must tell the new tenant exactly how much the previous rent was, according to The Journal. The Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Bill was introduced by Social Democrats co-leader Roisín Shortall. […]

8 years ago

Once upon a time, staying overnight in a hotel was a luxury. However, nowadays staying in hotels has become a pretty casual thing thanks to cheap online deals and budget chains, and we rarely give our hotel room a second thought once we see that it has the essential things we will need for an […]

8 years ago

There have been calls to make it a requirement for social media sites to get a Personal Public Service Number from every individual signing up to the platform. According to Breaking News, this would ensure that users who sign up to various sites are not underage. It comes after a man from Dublin was found […]

8 years ago

The day has finally arrived. We’ve seen so many different food items become vegan in the last few years, from vegan cheese, to vegan mayonnaise and even vegan chicken (yes – that actually exists). While we never thought we’d see the day that Guinness would hop on the vegan bandwagon, we’re feckin’ delighted…  PETA UK, […]

8 years ago

Gardaí are warning drivers to avoid leaving their car running while defrosting it in the morning time, as a number of cars have been stolen because of this. It is common practice to turn the car on, before getting in, to help defrost the windows and warm up the car. However, An Garda Síochána tweeted […]

8 years ago

Gardaí have launched an investigation after drugs worth more than €70,000 were discovered in the Tipperary Fire Service headquarters in Nenagh. Gardaí arrested a man in relation to the incident on 18 January after the drugs were discovered, according to the Irish Times.  The man was later released without charges and a file is being […]

8 years ago

A woman living in Connemara has frequently come across some seriously terrifying looking spiders in her house. Rachel Towey, from Furbo in Connemara, has seen various species of spiders make her way into her home in recent years, including cave spiders and cupboard spiders.  According to the Irish Independent, the mother of two has found […]

8 years ago

Whether you’re driving on a busy road, in the middle of an important meeting, or halfway through a quiet Sunday mass, holding in a sneeze is something that most of us are guilty of doing at some point. However, the shocking story of one man’s reaction to holding in a sneeze will make you never […]

8 years ago

For a long time it has been believed that eating carbs in the evening is worse than eating them earlier in the day, or in the morning time. However, a small study carried out by the BBC and Trust Me I’m a Doctor revealed that eating carbs in the evening might be quite alright as […]

8 years ago

Former scientologists have highlighted the risks of a controversial detox treatment as plans for a centre in Co. Meath are being fought by locals. The Narcanon Trust plan to open a 56-bed centre in Co. Meath, but residents in the area have been protesting the idea. According to the Irish Mirror, the organisation – which […]

8 years ago

In an ideal world, we would all get eight hours sleep every night and wake up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed and ready to conquer the world. But, unfortunately, that just isn’t the reality. Stressful jobs, college work and family stresses can often eat away at our sleeping time, leaving us feeling like cast members of The […]

8 years ago

We’ve all gone through the struggle of not being able to fall asleep on a flight, and it can actually become seriously frustrating. Luckily, for anyone planning on heading away soon, Kara Mulder, a flight attendant and blogger, has revealed a clever tip that will help us hit the hay the next time we’re on […]

8 years ago

Do you have a baby face? You might want to keep your ID handy if heading into Aldi then, ‘cos customers under the age of 16 will no longer be able to purchase caffeinated energy drinks. Those looking to buy energy drinks with 150mg of caffeine per litre will be asked to prove their age, according to […]

8 years ago

A Leaving Certificate student from Mayo has reached the semi-final of the Sky Arts Portrait of the Year competition.  The competition aims to find the best portrait artist in the U.K. and Ireland. Hetty Lawlor, from Westport in Mayo, was among 1000 artists selected to take part in the prestigious competition. Image: Cass Art Speaking […]

8 years ago

New research has shown that working long-term night shifts is associated with an increased risk of several types of cancer in women. According to the American Association for Cancer Research, women working long-term night shift work had an increased risk of cancer by 19%. Xuelei Ma, PhD, an oncologist at State Key Laboratory of Biotherapy […]

8 years ago

So many of us take regular medication on a day-to-day basis – the pill, blood pressure tablets, sleeping tablets – and we rarely even give it a second thought. But The Conversation has revealed that some daily medication can actually become quite dangerous when taken on a flight due to the environmental conditions of the […]

8 years ago

Instagram will soon be rolling out a new feature on the app, to see whether or not it proves successful. The new feature will be tested out in Europe this month, according to The Verge. And for our own, creepy sake, we really hope it don’t stay for good. According to WABetaInfo, taking a screenshot […]

8 years ago

A new campaign called ‘A Penny For Your Thoughts’ has highlighted the insensitive attitude of sex buyers toward victims of the trade. The campaign is a multi-city initiative aimed at raising awareness about sex-trafficking.  The project was undertaken by The Samilia Foundation in Brussels, who partnered up with Ruhama in Dublin, Fondation Scelles (Paris), o […]

8 years ago

A total of 37 women who were using a fertility app as a form of birth control had unwanted pregnancies in the last quarter of 2017. The app, Natural Cycles, is used by more than 500,000 users across 161 countries, according to the company’s data.  It uses technology that involves users taking daily body temperatures […]

8 years ago

Ticketmaster has announced that it will introduce a new system for selling tickets online. The aim of the new ‘Verified Fan’ system is to ensure that actual fans get their hands on tickets, rather than touts, who purchase tickets and then sell them for a higher price than the original. The new system has already […]

8 years ago

Parents will be permitted to choose the gender of their baby under proposed new legislation that was put before the Oireachtas Health Committee yesterday. Sex selection would only be allowed if there was a possibility that the child could be born with a genetic disease, according to the Irish Independent.  Dr Tony Holohan, chief medical […]

8 years ago

Goodfella’s Pizza have launched their very first frozen vegan pizza.  It is topped with falafel, spinach, red peppers, white onions, spicy harissa sauce and a drizzle of hummus – and it actually looks delicious. Image: Goodfella’s The pizza was approved by The Vegan Society, according to Plant Based News. Goodfella’s Brand Manager, Alex Brown said […]

8 years ago

Skittles have been around for as long as we can remember.  The multi-coloured sugary sweets have been a cheeky guilty pleasure of ours throughout the years, but we never realised that despite being different colours, the sweets all have the exact same flavour.  via GIPHY Yep, you read correctly. The purple, red, orange, green and […]

8 years ago

Anyone who has ever been invited to an event with a ‘dressy-casual’ dress code will seriously appreciate what Missguided have just done. The popular online clothing store has just created a new section of clothes solely dedicated to ‘jeans and a nice top’. And to say that people everywhere are excited about it would be […]

8 years ago

There’s nothing worse than being super tired, but not being able to actually fall asleep. Whether you’ve had a busy day at work, friends or family are stressing you out, or relationship problems are really starting to get to you, sometimes it can be hard to switch off. However, Mail Online have revealed the most […]

8 years ago