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Lily Allen revealed on her podcast that she has been struggling with her mental health for around three years, with her therapist pointing out her issues with eating. The singer, who was recently diagnosed with ADHD, admitted that her body and brain feel disconnected, leading to her forgetting to eat. Lily has been open about her struggles with body image and mental health in the past, and is currently seeking help for her issues. Full...

A man in his 20s is in critical condition after a serious road traffic incident on the Kilmallock Road in Limerick. Gardaí are seeking witnesses to the incident that occurred at 7.10pm on Monday evening, with the injured man transferred to Cork University Hospital for treatment. The scene remains preserved for examination, with local diversions in place, and anyone with information is urged to contact Roxboro Road Garda Station. Full Article

Dua Lipa expressed gratitude for her album Radical Optimism despite not receiving any Grammy nominations this year, emphasizing her pride in the record and her accomplishments. Despite the perceived "snub," she remains positive and appreciative of the recognition of other female artists. The album, which featured successful singles and performances at Glastonbury and the Royal Albert Hall, showcased Dua's continued success and evolution as an artist. Full Article

Prince Andrew leaves Westminster Abbey following King Charles' coronation last year, while a Chinese businessman linked to him denies spying for Beijing and expresses his love for Britain. Yang Tengbo, banned from returning to the UK on national security grounds, insists he has not done anything wrong and blames political tensions between the UK and China for his situation. Despite the spying allegations, UK officials, including Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves, remain committed to...

Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, will not be returning to the UK to live permanently, as she is described as "too much of an American girl" by a former royal staffer. Despite marrying into the Royal Family in 2018, Meghan and Prince Harry now reside in California with their two children. Speculation surrounds whether the couple will ever return to the UK permanently, with opinions divided on Meghan's likelihood of making a permanent return,...

The Central Bank recommends that the Government allocate almost all of this year's €15bn in corporation tax windfall receipts to its long-term savings funds, rather than using them for current spending. Currently, only one-third of the excess has been designated for the Future Ireland Fund and the Infrastructure, Climate and Nature Fund, which were established in July. This move aims to ensure sustainable financial planning and investment in the future. Full Article