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Charlie Bird pays tribute to Cork woman who died during charity climb
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Charlie Bird pays tribute to Cork woman who died during charity climb

The 51-year-old became unwell while climbing in Tipperary. Charlie Bird has led tributes to 51-year-old Cora O’Grady, a woman who died while climbing the Galty Mountains over the weekend. Ms O’Grady, who was from Mitchelstown, Co Cork, was taking part in a group climb for the Climb with Charlie charity campaign. She was with her […]

WATCH: President Zelensky shares powerful message at Grammy Awards
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WATCH: President Zelensky shares powerful message at Grammy Awards

 “Over 400 children have been injured and 153 children died.” Last night saw the 64th Annual Grammy Awards honour the best and brightest in the music industry, but one of the most talked about moments was when Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appeared via video link to issue a statement on Russia’s invasion of his country. […]

Emeli Sandé supported by fans as she shares first snap of new girlfriend
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Emeli Sandé supported by fans as she shares first snap of new girlfriend

“It’s taken me many years to find the strength to be myself.” Scottish singer Emeli Sandé has told fans that it feels like “a weight has been lifted”, as she shares the first snap of her new girlfriend Yoana Karemova. In a post shared to Instagram, Emeli introduced Yoana, writing: “It’s taken me many years […]

Tom Parker’s wife Kelsey raises thousands following his death
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Tom Parker’s wife Kelsey raises thousands following his death

“If love alone could have saved Tom, he would have lived forever.” Kelsey Parker, the wife of the late Tom Parker, has launched a fundraiser in aid of a number of causes that were close to her husband’s heart. Tom, who was a member of the boyband The Wanted, passed away last week following a […]

Ferrero recalls some Kinder Eggs over Salmonella concerns
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Ferrero recalls some Kinder Eggs over Salmonella concerns

The implicated products may cause Salmonella. The Food Safety Authority of Ireland has issued a recall on a number of Kinder products amid concerns over possible Salmonella contamination. The recall, which was issued yesterday, affects Kinder Surprise 20g and Kinder Surprise 20gx3 with best before dates between 11 July 2022 and 7 October 2022. The […]

Charlie Bird “blown away” by support following incredible Croagh Patrick climb
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Charlie Bird “blown away” by support following incredible Croagh Patrick climb

“I cried so much yesterday, but they were all tears of joy.” Yesterday saw a huge number of people across the country take part in various climbs to support Charlie Bird’s summit of Croagh Patrick. Bird climbed the Mayo mountain to raise funds for Pieta House and the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. The broadcaster […]

Toy Story and Seinfeld actress Estelle Harris dies aged 93
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Toy Story and Seinfeld actress Estelle Harris dies aged 93

Tributes have been pouring in for the beloved actress. Estelle Harris, who is best known for her performances in Pixar’s Toy Story and on Seinfeld, has passed away aged 93. The American actress won fans and acclaim for playing George Costanza’s mother, Estelle Costanza, on the hit comedy show, but she also thrilled younger audiences […]

Niamh McEvoy: “We’ve hit a plateau in growing women’s sport at the moment”
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Niamh McEvoy: “We’ve hit a plateau in growing women’s sport at the moment”

Her’s digital cover star for April 2022 is Dublin ladies’ footballer, Australian rules footballer, and presenter Niamh McEvoy. “It’s been very encouraging in Ireland, but I still think there’s a long way to go.” It seems there’s no stopping ladies’ football star Niamh McEvoy. The athlete has come a long way since she got her […]

Bridgerton fashion set to influence spring trends
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Bridgerton fashion set to influence spring trends

Corsets and ball gowns and dinner gloves, oh my. Season two of Netflix’s period drama Bridgerton is well and truly upon us, and, as well as dashing gentlemen and scandalous storylines, the series has also had an influence on current fashion trends. The hype surrounding the hugely popular TV show can be seen in trending […]

10-year-old Ukrainian gymnast killed in bomb attack
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10-year-old Ukrainian gymnast killed in bomb attack

Katya had hopes of going to the Olympics. Kateryna Dyachenko, 10-year-old gymnast, and her father have been killed in a Russian bomb attack on Ukraine. According the Metro, the child died when her family home was hit by an apparent artillery strike in the city of Mariupol on the southern coast of Ukraine. Dyachenko, who […]

Opinion: No, trans women are not a “major problem” in women’s sports
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Opinion: No, trans women are not a “major problem” in women’s sports

O’Sullivan’s recent comments speak to a larger moral panic. Yesterday, former track and field athlete Sonia O’Sullivan wrote an article for The Irish Times, in which she argued for the exclusion of trans athletes from women’s sports. O’Sullivan pointed to the case of Lia Thomas, a University of Pennsylvania swimmer who won the 500-yard freestyle […]

‘Mini heatwave’ to continue into weekend with highs of 17 degrees
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‘Mini heatwave’ to continue into weekend with highs of 17 degrees

Looks like the good weather is here for the weekend. The weather has been absolutely glorious over the past few days, and if you were hoping for it to continue like this into the weekend, then you’re in luck. Saturday and Sunday are set to be bright, sunny days with the mercury hitting highs of […]