‘At her funeral we all wore blue ribbons in our hair’ – Emotional scenes as Orla Comerford and Róisín Ní Riain win Paralympics bronze medals

Conan O'Brien, host of the 2025 Oscars, revealed on his podcast that the Academy had strict guidelines for portraying the Oscar statue, rejecting his ideas for promo videos involving the statue being portrayed in domestic scenarios. Despite wanting to portray Oscar in an apron or on a couch, he was told Oscar could never be horizontal or wear clothing. Conan also faced red tape while trying to include gummy snacks in attendee gift boxes, as...

In his final address as president, Michael D Higgins expressed gratitude for the support and kindness of the Irish people during his two terms in office, emphasizing the importance of shared values in addressing global challenges. He highlighted the need for solidarity and compassion in the face of division, inequality, and environmental degradation, urging a rejection of cynicism and a commitment to transformative ideals. Higgins called for a renewed sense of solidarity and shared responsibility...

In the trend of 'sleepmaxxing', experts suggest 11 hacks for better sleep, including eating pineapple before bed to boost melatonin levels, limiting caffeine and alcohol consumption, following the 3-2-1 rule of stopping alcohol, food, and fluids before bed, and trying the military sleep method involving muscle relaxation and visualization for quicker sleep onset. These tips aim to improve sleep quality and promote better rest. Full Article

Coronation Street star Kate Ford believes Tommy Orpington could have been Tracy Barlow's true love, as his departure from the cobbles is confirmed. Tommy's obsession with football led to their split, leaving Tracy heartbroken. As Tracy's ex-fiancé Rob Donovan seeks her help while on the run, Tracy faces danger and fear as their complicated history resurfaces. Kate Ford enjoyed reuniting with Marc Baylis, who plays Rob, highlighting their seamless chemistry on screen. Full Article

In MementoJpeg via Getty Images, the author discovers her husband, Q, lied about having a vasectomy when she finds out she is pregnant. This revelation leads to a reflection on their relationship and past instances of dishonesty, prompting the author to confront Q about his lies and seek resolution through therapy. Despite the challenges of military life and frequent moves, the author grapples with trust issues and the impact of Q's deception on their family....

Early-rising stargazers in the UK witnessed a partial lunar eclipse just before dawn on Friday, with a "blood moon" created as the Moon moved into Earth's shadow, turning a dusky red. The eclipse was visible in most of the UK, while some western areas and the Americas may have seen a total eclipse. This natural phenomenon occurs when Earth blocks sunlight from reaching the Moon, causing it to appear red due to Rayleigh scattering in...