Lifestyle

'We visited Barbados for some Caribbean magic and the best rum on earth - and it didn't disappoint'

There's more to Barbados than Rihanna, rum and ravishing beaches, but it's a good place to start... as Michael Marsh discovered

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Ten tips to ensure you brew the best cup of coffee at home according to ex barista champ

We interviewed Colin Harmon of 3fe who has transformed the Irish coffee scene over the past decade with his roastery, his cafes and, of course, his outstanding selection of coffees

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Dog expert warns owners often miss subtle sign their pet is in pain

An animal behaviourist has shared the subtle body language signals that indicate a dog could be in pain, so owners know when their pet is trying to tell them something.

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Dying people's biggest regrets revealed by carer as they say to 'start now'

The end of life care nurse has revealed the top deathbed regrets from her patients over the last eight years in her job

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Irish holiday warning as two beaches in Spain set to be closed for some summer months

Costa del Sol's Torrebermeja and Las Gaviotas beaches will be shut for parts of the week until July

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'Silent' symptom of high cholesterol that appears on feet and other hidden signs

Toenails, swelling in the knuckles, arms or knees as well as in the eye are some key warning signs you can look at before a blood test

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Irish doctor issues warning to Guinness drinkers as ‘Prosecco Teeth’ condition surges

An Irish dental expert has warned of 'Prosecco Teeth' caused by a surge in popularity of the alcoholic drink. Guinness drinkers should also be aware that the stout can have a significant impact on teeth.

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Weddings Irish women get married eight years after meeting on rival GAA teams

Orla and Caoimhe were all smiles on their big day, and told how they left many conventions behind, even allowing bridesmaids to choose their own dress and colour

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The viral TikTok shower curtain hack that transforms small bathrooms

"This is an excellent budget-friendly solution to make a small bathroom appear larger and more spa-like"

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Irish holidaymakers encouraged to visit new resort with 84c pints, 30C heat and killer animals

Beer is less than a euro a pint, a meal for two costs under €10, and a holiday apartment is just €60 a week

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Woman who sold home and travelled to Turkey for surgery to get 'Instagram look' warns others

Cosmetic surgery

Zara spent thousands of pounds in search of the 'perfect' tummy, boobs, bum, and teeth, while Igel had his teeth done

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Thousands of Irish motorists paying €300 too much for car insurance amid key new advice

“Motor insurance is one of the most fragmented products out there when it comes to pricing"

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Fashion And Beauty

Black Friday Amazon Crocs sale: Black Friday discounts on 'game-changing' shoes including fur-lined pairs

Analysts predict that the love for Crocs will continue to grow. Amazon is currently offering up to 50% off the viral footwear in its Black Friday sale.

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The green thread: Irish traditional clothing and their sustainability

Fashion and Beauty

If you know something about Ireland, it’s probably about its natural beauty and many places worth visiting. If you’ve visited, these are bits that you probably fell in love with. But Ireland is not only about beautiful landscapes and rich cultural heritage, a huge part of its rich history stays in its traditional knitted clothing. These garments, with their timeless appeal, not only reflect the country's history but also go well with the modern need for sustainability. In this article, we’re gonna explore how the authentic Irish knitwear pieces are made and what makes them so special. Read along to find out more about “the green thread” of Ireland and we’re sure you’ll be tempted to get one for yourself.

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What draws celebrities to Aran knitwear?

Fashion and Beauty

In the past few years, following celebrity trends has been easier than ever. With influencers coming along and social media becoming a huge promotional tool, it’s very easy to be up to date with everything that’s popular.

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Dunnes Stores dupe has shoppers running to buy knock off leggings for €100 cheaper

Dunnes Stores has thrilled customers with its affordable activewear range, featuring a €20 dupe for Lululemon's €118 viral leggings. Social media users have praised the item's quality.

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Best outfits from the NTAs as Maura Higgins turns heads in racy dress

National Television Awards

Maura Higgins, Sinead Keenan, Holly Willoughby, Susanna Reid and a host of other famous faces were in attendance at the O2 in London

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Travel

Irish Rail Irish Rail installing vending machines on InterCity services at cost of €1.5m

The company has struggled to find on-board catering providers since services were suspended during the Covid-19 pandemic

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Drunk engineer who forced plane to be halted at Dublin Airport spared jail

Judge Treasa Kelly heard that when the cabin crew tried to deliver the safety briefing to the passengers, Semizer, who was intoxicated, repeatedly refused to sit down

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Aer Lingus launch massive Black Friday sale with savings on flights to US and Europe

Aer Lingus is offering savings of up to 25 per cent on return flights to winter sunspots in Europe

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Travel guru shares 'genius' hack to avoid fluid restriction when travelling

The liquid allowance when travelling can be tight, but one travel guru has taken to social media to share her top tips to avoid binning your carry on essentials

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Stunning city that's only a 3-hour flight from Ireland where it is still 30C in November

The beautiful Moroccan city of Marrakesh is known for its incredible architecture, authentic food and rich history

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Technology

Science Irish AI expert answers key questions and concerns - from 'will it take my job?' to 'is it safe?'

But like all new things, it’s exciting and terrifying at the same time. It will transform the arts, medicine, education and society itself. But we still don’t know where it will take us.

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Irish Black Friday deals: 'I review headphones for a living and I found these great discounts'

There are some great deals to be had on headphones this Black Friday as this round-up demonstrates

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Irish Black Friday deals: I review smartwatches for a living and found these great discounts

IrishMirror.ie tech reviewer uncovers some fantastic Black Friday bargains for adults, kids - and fitness fanatics

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I've tested Google Pixel 8 Pro for one month - can it beat best Android phone of the year?

Pixel 8 Pro does not match its rivals in raw processing power but it makes up for this in other ways

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'I’ve tested Google Pixel 8 for a month to find out if it is the best compact phone and worth €799'

Clever smartphone from Google boasts exclusive AI features and a super smooth Android experience

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Homes And Property

Cars People shocked to find 'magic' button that de-ices car windscreen in seconds

'Wow, magic! The ice is gone'

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The two most costly appliances to run in your home - and neither is the tumble dryer

A lot of households have no idea how much they are really forking out by using appliances. The tumble dryer is often singled out as the most expensive to run on electricity, but this is not the case.

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Overlooked washing machine button means you’ll never need to use tumble dryer again

Every household in Ireland will receive money off energy bills next month, but many will still aim to reduce their electricity usage by cutting back on using appliances. One way to reduce spending is with a little-known clothes-drying hack.

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5 of the best unbeatable offers at the massive Screwfix Black Friday Sale

Homes and Property

Whether you’re in the trades or a homeowner looking to take on some projects around the house, you won’t want to miss out of the incredible Screwfix Black Friday Sale, running from November 13-27.

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Inside Cheap Irish Homes presenter's farmhouse as she recalls search for own bargain property

Maggie Molloy invites us for a look inside her renovated farmhouse in Tipperary

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Health

Product recalls Batch of chocolate urgently recalled from Lidl due to presence of plastic pieces

Lidl have apologised and asked customers not to eat the chocolate

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Irish Rail criticised for half of train stations having no defibrillators

The national rail company has revealed that 81 of their 145 stations have no defibrillators

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Expert warns Covid strain HV.1 is 'highly transmissible' as eight symptoms revealed

Coronavirus Ireland

New coronavirus variant HV.1 is expected to spread quickly in Ireland and already accounts for around a quarter of all cases in the US

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Government agrees health bailout of nearly €1 billion

Department of Health

The HSE has predicted that it will run a budget deficit of at least €1.5bn for 2023

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Dublin mum tells of losing baby to skin condition that 300 others are battling: 'She died in my arms'

Katie Ryle should be a 19-year-old looking forward to Christmas with family and friends. but her life was tragically cut short after just eight weeks by epidermolysis bullosa (EB)

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Family

Parenting Mum praised for sharing bedtime hack that's so clever even adults want to use it

If you find that trying to get your children to go through their bedtime routine is like herding cats, here's an amazing way to encourage your little ones to make the process pain-free

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Threatened with repossession, Martin and Fionnuala explain how the ISI helped them deal with their debt problems

Martin and Fionnuala found themselves in a nightmare scenario when they fell behind on mortgage and loan repayments. A change in circumstances threw their finances into disarray and, while they initially hoped things would get better and the problem would go away by itself, it didn’t.

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The Irish baby names rising in popularity - and the meanings behind them

These stunning names have gone up and down the ranks over the years, but appear to be on the up and up once more

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'Losing Dad to cancer has been the worst experience - I cry all the time'

Agony aunt Coleen Nolan has advice for a reader who is struggling with her grief after the sad loss of her father

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'My 'greedy' stepdaughter eats all our fruit - it's too expensive and I'm demanding she stops'

A mum has sparked debate after insisting that her 'greedy' stepdaughter stops taking all the fruit from the fridge 'without asking' as it's too expensive.

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Slimming And Dieting

Bullying 'I was bullied for being chubby and called a ginger minger - but I got last laugh as swimsuit model'

Carmen Rouse was bullied at school for being 'chubby' and having ginger hair, but has since defied her critics

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James and Ola Jordan reveal simple change they made to lose 6st - and still eat McDonald's

Strictly Come Dancing

Former Strictly dancers James and Ola Jordan have revealed the simple changes they made to lose weight

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Irish couple unrecognisable after shedding 20 stone as they share weight loss secrets

Weight loss success stories

Since doctors wouldn’t take her and husband Carl seriously with her fertility issues because of their size, the pair have dropped 10 stone each and are now totally unrecognisable.

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Mortified woman 'can't go back' to personal trainer after progress picture blunder

Personal trainer

Gemma Hill has left people in stitches after sharing a text message exchange with her personal trainer as she sent over progress pictures. However she was left mortified by his reply.

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FREE Slimming World magazines inside your Irish Daily Mirror and Irish Sunday Mirror this weekend

Slimming & Dieting

Yes, you can be slimmer, healthier and happier in 2023!

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Sex And Relationships

Sex tips Length of time the average man lasts during sex is half as long as they would like

A new study has shown how long guys really last between the sheets, and unlike adult film stars, men do not have nearly as much stamina

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'My man wants me to ditch friends to live nearer him - even though he's rarely home'

Sex & Relationships

I think he's being really selfish and he gets really annoyed over really silly things

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'I want fun, I want to travel, but our marriage feels stale, old and boring'

A reader tells agony aunt Coleen Nolan that changes and setbacks have made her reassess her life

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David and Victoria Beckham share epic purple wedding photos from big day at Luttrellstown Castle

David and Victoria Beckham tied the knot in July 1999, and celebrated their 24th anniversary with sweet throwback pictures of their opulent - and purple-themed - nuptials

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'I've big plans for proposing on our dream holiday... but now I'm scared she'll say no'

Mirror agony aunt Coleen Nolan advises a reader who was going to pop the question in a very special way, but a passing remark from his girlfriend has given him major doubts

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Sex tips Length of time the average man lasts during sex is half as long as they would like A new study has shown how long guys really last between the sheets, and unlike adult film stars, men do not have nearly as much stamina

'We counted contents of Quality Street, Roses and Celebrations boxes – one was a total let down'

No one wants to end up with the last Bounty in the tin....

Expert warns Covid strain HV.1 is 'highly transmissible' as eight symptoms revealed

Coronavirus Ireland

New coronavirus variant HV.1 is expected to spread quickly in Ireland and already accounts for around a quarter of all cases in the US

The two most costly appliances to run in your home - and neither is the tumble dryer

A lot of households have no idea how much they are really forking out by using appliances. The tumble dryer is often singled out as the most expensive to run on electricity, but this is not the case.

You have been eating Pringles wrong all your life, according to a foodie

'So did you know that, or are you today years old?'

TikTok You have been eating Pringles wrong all your life, according to a foodie 'So did you know that, or are you today years old?'

Amazon Crocs sale: Black Friday discounts on 'game-changing' shoes including fur-lined pairs

Analysts predict that the love for Crocs will continue to grow. Amazon is currently offering up to 50% off the viral footwear in its Black Friday sale.

Length of time the average man lasts during sex is half as long as they would like

A new study has shown how long guys really last between the sheets, and unlike adult film stars, men do not have nearly as much stamina

Batch of chocolate urgently recalled from Lidl due to presence of plastic pieces

Product recalls

Lidl have apologised and asked customers not to eat the chocolate

Irish Rail criticised for half of train stations having no defibrillators

The national rail company has revealed that 81 of their 145 stations have no defibrillators

Galway Woman wins 'biggest ever' prize in Irish radio history live on air as kids steal show The sweet moment was heard live on air and brought about wide smiles in the studio

Woman declares brother 'dead to me' after husband's horror killing

In an exclusive interview with this paper, mother-of-seven Elizabeth Cash said she can never forgive her brother Andy - after he was found guilty of her husband John Cash’s killing earlier this week.

Former Ireland stars deliver parting shots at Stephen Kenny

Republic of Ireland Soccer Team

Kenny's time in charge of the Boys in Green looks destined to come to an end as his contract expires after a dire Euro 2024 qualifying campaign

The greatest Republic of Ireland XI of all-time according to AI

Republic of Ireland national football team

The likes of Roy Keane, Paul McGrath and Liam Brady are all involved

Lottie Ryan opens up on pain of seeing her brother forced to emigrate

"Now, Elliott is in the position that so many people in the country are in, he's like, 'Housing is just too expensive'."

RTE Irish mum's joy as deaf son Eoghan, 9, has his first day at school The mother-of-three opens up in a new RTE documentary Deaf Not Dumb about the struggle to get him into school

Chantelle Cameron v Katie Taylor 2 public workout interrupted by TikToker challenging Thomas Carty to fight

Katie Taylor v Chantelle Cameron

Thomas Carty was confronted by a man on an escalator shouting abuse in his direction and challenging him to a fight

Ireland weather: First 'relatively widespread frost' of season on Friday before temperatures rise

Temperatures are set to drop to between -3C and +2C on Friday before they shoot up again for Saturday

The greatest Gaelic football team of all-time according to AI with David Clifford not included

We asked AI to name the "greatest Gaelic football team of all time based on players in all positions"

Munster are a 'big target' now as Leinster want revenge, says Ireland star

Jeremy Loughman also speaks about his reunion with new Reds signing Oli Jager - who has won Super Rugby titles with Crusaders after the duo won a Leinster Senior Cup together at Blackrock College