The 23-year-old has been sentenced to life in jail The mother of a British law student who has been jailed for life in Dubai has revealed the cause of her daughter’s arrest. Mia O’Brien from Huyton, Merseyside, is being held in the city’s central prison. Mia’s mother, Danielle McKenna, 46, wrote on a now-removed fundraiser […]

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‘Every household should have one!’ This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. Vacuuming the house is one of the most time-consuming – and dreaded – chores on our weekly list of jobs. One way people are tackling the chore is by investing in a robot vacuum […]

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‘As her mother, I am absolutely devastated’ A British woman (23) has been jailed for life in Dubai after making a “very stupid mistake”, according to her family. Mia O’Brien from Huyton, Liverpool, is currently being held in the city’s central prison. Mia’s mother, Danielle McKenna (46), has issued pleas for help through a fundraiser. […]

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‘2026 might be a year for Boyzone to maybe try and do something’ Boyzone have teased a reunion for 2026, which is nearly a decade after their split. The Irish boyband split up in 2018 after the tragic passing of Stephen Gately. The band consisted of Ronan Keating, Stephen Gately, Keith Duffy, Mikey Graham, and […]

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The Duchess was the oldest living member of the Royal Family. Buckingham Palace have reported that The Duchess of Kent has died at the age of 92. The statement reads: “It is with deep sorrow that Buckingham Palace announces the death of Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent. “Her Royal Highness passed away peacefully […]

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‘Great value for money’ This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. A popular air fryer that shoppers say ‘beats Ninja’ has been given a huge discount for a limited time. The dual basket air fryer from Philips is usually priced at €195, but has dropped by […]

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Foreign peacekeeping troops in Ukraine are ‘legitimate’ targets Russian President Vladimir Putin has invited Volodymyr Zelenskyy for peace talks in Moscow in hopes of ending the conflict while continuing to strike Ukraine. At the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Putin said that any foreign troops in Ukraine would be considered as legal targets for strikes. […]

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He suffered various medical challenges Social media star and reality TV personality Juan ‘Raymond’ Harper, better known as Rolling Ray, has passed away at the age of 28, just days before his 29th birthday. Ray gained traction online with his comedy skits, which led him to appear in TV shows such as MTV’s Catfish Trolls […]

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She cut ties with her billionaire father in 2022. Elon Musk’s daughter said she has ‘no desire’ to be super rich. Vivian Willson has similarities to other 21-year-olds, such as her love for RuPaul’s Drag Race and The Hunger Games; however, her father just happens to be the richest man in the world. In 2022, […]

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17 people have now died. The number of people killed in the Lisbon tram accident has rose to 17. They initially reported that 15 people had died while 23 were injured in the crash. The carriage, or funicular as it is better known, was thought to be at full capacity and transporting some foreign nationals. […]

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“They are not ready.” Donald Trump has sent a warning to Vladimir Putin saying that he will achieve peace in Ukraine. After his seemingly progressive talks with Putin in Alaska three weeks ago, there has been a depressing lack of progress in achieving peace between Russia and Ukraine. Instead, Ukraine has been bombarded with attacks […]

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The iconic Gloria funicular in Lisbon derailed and crashed. According to emergency services, at least three people have been killed and approximately 20 injured after the iconic Gloria funicular in Lisbon derailed and crashed. Footage shows the tram-like funicular, which is very popular among tourists, destroyed. It also shows emergency services trying to pull people […]

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He addressed the nation last night. Just last night, Donald Trump gave his first press conference since rumours of his death began circulating online. The press conference, which was due to take place at 7pm UK time, however only actually began around 45 minutes later, focussed initially on the move of the Space Command HQ […]

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Trump announced the press briefing this morning. Donald Trump has addressed the nation, and the world, this evening. The President held the White House press conference at 2pm EST today (7 pm BST). Before the conference, Trump’s Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt revealed some information relating to the nature of the speech saying: “The President will […]

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There are currently ten bank holidays a year. There could be an extra day off or additional pay for thousands of Irish workers next year due to a rare weekend bank holiday rule. With exact dates of bank holidays being flexible (but generally Mondays), others such as New Year’s Day and St Patrick’s Day can […]

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Fans are left stunned Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is known for his very muscular physique as he’s often cast, as the adventurous tough guy. However, now the WWE star turned Hollywood icon looks to be sporting a rather slimmed-down version of his signature physique. The Rock is set to play UFC fighter Mark Kerr in […]

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Theories range from his resignation to a power transfer In the midst of health rumours after Trump’s CVI diagnosis, the President is set to hold a White House press conference at 2 pm EST today (7 pm BST), further fuelling speculation regarding the US President’s health. A note to journalists was issued late Monday evening, […]

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‘A partial deal is not relevant’ Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said President Donald Trump urged him to reject a partial ceasefire deal with Hamas and continue the conflict in Gaza with “full force”. Netanyahu refused to hold a vote on the proposed truce during a cabinet meeting late on Sunday, while claiming that Donald Trump […]

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The findings have cast doubt over the Paleo diet. A worldwide team of scientists have unearthed new information that suggests Stone Age people ate a mostly vegan diet. Up until now, many have pictured early cavemen hunting wild animals before roasting them over an open fire for the whole family to feed on. The Paleo […]

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Awful news. Reality TV star, Kelsey Lee Bateman, has sadly died at the age of 39. Bateman, who starred on the show Rock of Love, died unexpectedly. Bateman was just 21 when she appeared on the third and final series of Rock of Love, a reality show which shows contestants compete for the heart of […]

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“The memory of that night will stay with me forever.” On this weekend in 1997, Princess Diana tragically died following a car crash in Paris, France. Her death was a global story, sparking heartbreak across the world, but now a firefighter who was at the scene of the fateful crash has revealed what she said […]

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Palestinian president and 80 other Palestinian officials had their visas revoked Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has been blocked from attending the UN General Assembly in New York next month. According to the US State Department, Mahmoud and 80 other Palestinian officials have had their visas revoked, per the BBC. US Secretary Marco Rubio has criticised […]

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The comet is due to shoot past the sun in October Astronomers have found ‘something strange’ when capturing the first images of interstellar comet 3I/Atlas, which is hurtling towards the sun at 130,000 mph. Scientist working with the James Webb Space Telescope are trying their best to learn all they can about the rare space […]

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Sabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan went their separate ways in 2024 Popstar Sabrina Carpenter has reportedly opened up about her relationship with Barry Keoghan on her new album, Man’s Best Friend. Fans have been raving about the album, which dropped today, but have noticed some lyrics that hint at Carpenter’s relationship with the Irish actor. […]

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“I don’t want people there who the majority would think are unattractive.” A married couple claim swinging has boosted their sex lives so much they set up a saucy club – but have a controversial rule when it comes to ‘ugly’ people. Tanya Marum and Ashley Marum, both 32, married in 2019 and started swinging […]

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‘It works just like an Apple Watch’ This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. An impressive smart watch that’s been compared to Apple has been given a huge discount for a limited time. The TRAUSI Smart Watch has been reduced by 82%, with it’s price dropping […]

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He received £10,000 in compensation. A man who was sacked from his job in a warehouse after being accused of impersonating Michael Jackson appears to have been unfairly dismissed, according to an employment tribunal. The Co-Operative Group was then ordered to pay Lucasz Zawadzki over £10,000 in compensation. It follows accusations made by one of […]

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The air fryer has been discounted by 42% This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. A game-changing Ninja air fryer has been given a huge discount in a limited-time deal. The cult favourite Ninja CRISPi portable air fryer has been discounted by 42% to €121.04 on […]

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She issued a desperate plea on social media Social media influencer Sophie Murray has issued a desperate plea on social media after her mum’s puppy was stolen from her home. The influencer is offering a ‘very large reward’ for the return of her mother’s stolen puppy. Sophie confirmed that her mum’s puppy, Belle, was stolen […]

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The officers had to undergo reflective practice An Essex mother was granted €4,000 after Suffolk Police officers poked fun at her sex toys and moved her underwear during a drugs raid. The complainant alerted the police that a pair of her underwear was laid out on a pillow and that she had heard laughter coming […]

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A painting stolen by the Nazis, which was spotted in an Argentinian estate agent’s advert, has vanished A portrait of a Lady by Giuseppe Ghislandi was spotted hanging above a sofa inside a property near Buenos Aires, which was being sold by the daughter of a senior Nazi who fled Germany after WWII. However, when […]

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Parents are suing OpenAI over the death of their teenage son Warning: this article contains mention of suicide that some people may find distressing. Matt and Maria Raine, parents of the 16-year-old Adam Raine, have filed a lawsuit accusing OpenAI of wrongful death, alleging its chatbot, ChatGPT, encouraged their son to take his own life. […]

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’90 per cent of my black friends were like, ‘dude that was great’ Robert Downey Jr has no regrets about wearing blackface for his role in Tropic Thunder and has spoken about the reaction people had to the movie. The film, which was released in 2008, stoked controversy over its portrayal of disabled people and minority groups, […]

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Appearing on the show was on his bucket list A teacher from Tyldesley in Greater Manchester died after his appearance on the ITV quiz show The Chase. Tim McCarthy had previously been the principal of Stockport Academy, and the founding chief executive of Aurora Academies Trust. McCarthy was known for his charisma, and once made […]

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Kevin Bacon was left baffled after taking a DNA test Finding out that you’re related to someone that you know is mad enough, but how would you feel if you found out you were cousins with your wife? Well, that exact thing happened to Kevin Bacon and his wife, Kyra Sedgwick. The pair appeared on […]

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Brought to you by BuzzBallz. Over 25s only. Please drink responsibly. The winner will receive a whole year’s supply of ballz. Yes, you read that correctly. Ever been on a night-out that was so boring it ended up being…kind of brilliant? You know the one. Your brother’s colleague’s cousin’s birthday where you end up chatting […]

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Heading to EP this weekend? This will make your journey ten times easier his article contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission on any sales generated from it. The end of the summer is here, but that also means Electric Picnic is just around the corner. We’re counting down the days to this year’s […]

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An alternative way to spend your retirement A cruise line is offering an alternative way to spend their retirement with its permanent residence-at-sea programme. Villa Vie Residences launched its first cruise aboard the Odyssey in October, promising the passengers an around-the-world trip. The cruise stops at 425 ports in 147 countries, which will take about […]

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The order will overturn a 1989 Supreme Court ruling. Donald Trump has signed an executive order to jail anyone who burns the American flag. The 79-year-old has not been shy in introducing or amending orders since beginning his second term as president in January. The newest executive order has introduced criminal charges against individuals who […]

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What happens next is unknown A flight from London Heathrow with 311 people on board has been forced to make an emergency landing in Russia. The Boeing 777-39L(ER) is believed to have suffered an engine failure and requested to land at the city of Nizhnevartovsk in Siberia. The plane, which was an Air China jet […]

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‘I wish I’d done exercise’ Miriam Margolyes has shared her thoughts on assisted dying in an honest update regarding her health. Comedian and Harry Potter star Margolyes has spoken openly about her health over the past couple of years, explaining that she often worries about being able to afford adequate care when she retires and […]

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Bad news for festival-goers Hurricane Erin is on its way to Ireland and is set to impose a significant change upon Irish weather this week. Met Éireann have forecast a dramatic switch-up in the weather, and it seems we’re waving the sunny warm spells goodbye and saying hello to heavy showers and strong winds. The […]

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The incident is believed to have occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning. A man has been left in serious condition following an incident on Tucker Street in Castlebar. Gardaí first received reports of an unconscious man after an alleged assault outside a licensed premises on the street.  A Garda spokesperson has said that […]

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The coastguard has issued a statement A ‘mass casualty’ event has been declared after an incident at a beach in Wales. The incident, which occurred near Port Talbot on Sunday evening, saw two children rushed to hospital after they got into ‘serious difficulty’ in the sea off the slipway. Three children were rescued via a […]

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Released just over five years ago, we’re still confused as to why this wasn’t a bigger hit. Our TV movie pick for tonight is Bad Times at El Royale, the sadly underseen 2018 neo-noir crime thriller from writer-director Drew Goddard (The Cabin in the Woods, The Martian). Set in 1969, the film centres around a […]

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Awful news. Comedian Reggie Carroll has been shot dead at the age of 52. Carroll, who was well known as a comedian across the US, was shot and killed in Mississippi. He was gunned down in Southhaven on Wednesday last week, the police department confirmed in a statement. View this post on Instagram A post […]

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Fans were left fuming Leeds Festival attendees were left shocked after one of the headliners abruptly ended his set 30 minutes early. This year’s festival was held at Bramham Park past weekend, with credible headliners such as Hozier, Chappell Roan, The Kooks, and Bring Me the Horizon. On Friday night (22 August), American rapper Travis […]

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Burger King has released a statement Burger King has responded after a viral worker who ran the restaurant on her own for 12 hours got fired. One of the franchise’s employees went viral when a video of her running an entire branch of the fast food chain by herself was shared on social media. Nykia […]

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She described it as ‘almost like burnout’ Nicole Kidman has revealed she was forced to pause filming in a new erotic drama because she ‘didn’t want to orgasm anymore.’ Babygirl sees the Australian actor play powerful company CEO Romy who starts having an intense affair with a handsome young intern Samuel, played by Iron Claw […]

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It has sparked a major investigation Six severed heads, alongside an ominous message, were recently found on a busy road in central Mexico, sparking a major investigation. The discovery was made early Tuesday morning by authorities in an area which is usually peaceful and not at all associated with Mexico’s cartel violence. The road on […]

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