A self-proclaimed nerd, Deputy Editor Cassie is obsessed with all things techy and digital. She studied Journalism and then Digital Technology Design and Innovation and is our go-to-girl for video content, design and home made gifs. Cassie is happiest when she’s behind a camera directing the rest of team into weird and wonderful situations (it’s in her contract that she can never appear in front). She’s passionate about social issues and empowering women and has worked with the team to develop Her Say. Cassie has a weakness for sausage rolls and tea which makes Her.ie the dream place to work.
A 7-year-old girl in Essex, England, has passed away following a freak accident involving a bouncy castle. The inflatable castle caught in a gust of wind and blew away. According to The Times, two people have been arrested on suspicion of manslaughter by gross negligence. An East of England Ambulance Service spokesperson commented: “Our thoughts […]
Look let’s be brutally honest here, most babies look the exact same. Not this one, though. This new baby looks like she could have come straight out of the womb and onto a news broadcast. Reddit user Double_Cross_Gender couldn’t help but acknowledge the impressive locks of her newborn cousin and shared this image on Imgur. […]
South Korean YouTuber and beauty blogger Park Hye Min has amassed hundreds of thousands of online fans for her incredible makeup transformations. In her latest transformation, the makeup master takes on Taylor Swift and the results are remarkable. Hye Min blogs under the name Pont and is one of the most popular makeup gurus in […]
A video about marriage equality in Northern Ireland is being widely shared today. The video stars a 15-year-old who opens by explaining that he is the son of a same-sex couple. Marriage Equality has yet to be implemented in the north despite being legalised in the Republic of Ireland and the UK. In the video […]
The sister of a woman who died by suicide has spoken out about her decision to release a candid obituary revealing details of her sister’s death. Eleni Pinnow wrote a piece explaining her decision for The Washington Post. Eleni opens the piece reflecting on her sister’s suicide: ‘The most alone I have ever felt […]
Sure look, in the interest of being transparent, I’ll admit I’ve been in the unfortunate situation of pooping in a toilet that doesn’t flush. Most people probably have. And like most people, I usually ride out the storm and wait for the toilet to function again. One woman was not so fortunate when she found […]
Those caught will face a fixed charge notice
In the wake a tragedy, we often seem glimpses of humanity in the literature that is shared after and the articulation of thoughts and feelings. Andrew Seidel, like many, shared his thoughts on the Brussels Terror Attacks yesterday. His Facebook post which presents an interesting and arguably unpopular opinion has been shared thousands of times. […]
We know that Ireland is a small place but we’re absolutely astounded by the detective skills of one postman in Cavan. Reader Gillian Gormley got in touch to share this story with us this morning. “For Valentine’s Day, while I was visiting home, my best friend sent me a homemade card (and envelope might I […]
Electric Picnic is a magical place where design, innovation and general craziness is celebrated. This year it’s been reported that tickets are completely sold out and with a line-up featuring LCD Soundsystem, Lana Del Ray, Super Furry Animals, New Order, Glass Animals and Wild Beasts, it’s easy to see why. Fret not, though, if you’re […]
UPDATE: The third suspect, Najim Laachraoui, has reportedly been arrested in Brussels. The Telegraph reports that he was arrested by special forces operatives in the southwestern suburb of Anderlecht. Two of the bombers responsible for yesterday’s Terror Attacks on Brussels been identified by Belgian media as brothers Khalid and Brahim el-Bakraoui. RTBF broadcaster said the […]
Adele paid tribute to the 34 people who lost their lives in Brussels yesterday on stage at one of her sold-out concerts in the O2 Arena. The singer dedicated a performance of Make You Feel My Love to the victims. “This is for Brussels tonight. I want you to all sing it with me” she […]