For thousands of students across Ireland, Leaving Cert Results Day marks the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. It's a day of excitement, relief and celebration, but it's also the moment many families begin preparing for the significant costs that come with third-level education. Whether it’s a personalised card from a proud parent, flowers from a grandparent or a thoughtful gift from a friend, Results Day is a moment for families and friends to celebrate the Cl

As families across Ireland get ready for the return to school, Holland & Barrett, Europe’s leading health and wellness retailer, has launched a brand-new vitamin bundle offering 40% savings to help parents get ahead and prepare for the busy back to school season. The Kids Family Essential Bundle, priced at €38 (40% off), brings together a selection of products designed to support growing children through the transition back to school. From hectic school runs and packed schedu

The tech industry may be betting big on artificial intelligence, but consumers would rather have a smartphone with a battery that lasts and a camera that takes better pictures, according to new research from Currys. Despite 86% of those surveyed having at least tried AI features on their smartphone, not a single respondent named better AI features as their main reason for upgrading their phone. AI also scored 0% when consumers were asked which feature matters most when bu

With one of Ireland’s biggest festival weekends just around the corner, Decathlon Ireland is reminding festivalgoers to take its ‘No Tent Left Behind’ Pledge and make sure their tents come home with them when the music stops. Launched in Ireland for the first time earlier this summer, the initiative is designed to tackle one of the most visible environmental issues associated with festivals and outdoor events: tents being abandoned after just a single weekend and ultimately e

With the summer holidays drawing to a close and families across Ireland preparing for the return to school, FLYEfit is giving parents and guardians the perfect excuse to make time for themselves with a last-minute flash sale on gym memberships. From 9am on Friday, August 14th until midnight on Monday, August 17th, new members can enjoy 50% off their joining fee at FLYEfit gyms nationwide using the code 50OFFAUG26. The flash sale comes at the perfect time for parents and gua

The National Reptile Zoo in Kilkenny City is celebrating World Lizard Day, 14th August with two extraordinary new arrivals, following the birth of Asian water monitor lizards through parthenogenesis, often referred to as ‘virgin birth.’ The new arrivals make this year’s World Lizard Day particularly special for the zoo, with three generations of Asian water monitor lizards now living under one roof. Their mother, Uisce, was born at the National Reptile Zoo 8 years ago to Gran

Commissioned by Fizzique, Ireland's next-generation soda co-created with world champion boxer Katie Taylor and SiSú, the large-scale artwork has been created by acclaimed Irish artist Aches and is located at The Bernard Shaw in Phibsborough. The mural pays tribute to one of Ireland's greatest sporting icons ahead of what promises to be one of the biggest nights in Irish sporting history. Known for his bold and contemporary style, Aches has become one of Ireland's most celebra

With festival season in full swing and thousands of Irish music fans preparing to pitch their tents across the country, Decathlon has unveiled a new range of great value camping bundles designed to make getting festival ready easier and more affordable than ever. Whether you're heading to Electric Picnic, All Together Now, Forest Fest or simply planning a family camping trip, the specially curated bundles combine Decathlon's most popular camping essentials into ready-to-go

Decathlon Ireland has announced that it is removing all e-scooters from sale across its Irish website, including products sold directly by Decathlon and those offered by third party Marketplace sellers, as part of its commitment to customer safety and compliance with Irish legislation. The delisting process is already underway, with all e-scooters being removed from sale. Decathlon is also working closely with its third party Marketplace sellers to ensure all e-scooter listin

For years, queues stretching down Leeson Street on a Friday and Saturday night became one of the defining sights of Dublin's nightlife. From today, July 24th, they’re finally set to return. HOUSE Dublin has officially relaunched its famous late night weekends, once again welcoming guests until 2.30am every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, bringing back one of the capital's most known and most loved late night parties. At a time when many late night venues across Dublin have di

As temperatures rise and calendars fill with holidays, festivals and outdoor gatherings, Hidden Hearing, Irelands largest hearing care provider, is encouraging people to give their hearing health the same attention they give their skin and eyes during the summer months. While most of us remember to pack sunscreen, sunglasses and hats before heading outdoors, hearing experts say that many people overlook the impact that heat, moisture and increased activity can have on both th

The National Reptile Zoo in Kilkenny City is inviting families and wildlife enthusiasts to celebrate World Snake Day (16th July) with a week-long programme of interactive animal encounters, educational talks and unforgettable experiences with some of the world's most fascinating reptiles. Pictured is a Savu Python at the National Reptile Zoo Home to more than 100 animals representing over 60 species from around the world, the National Reptile Zoo offers visitors the opportuni

The Gallagher Dublin Horse Show returns to the RDS from 5th-9th August, combing sport, style and socialising in the heart of Dublin City. One of the highlights of this year's Show is the newly reimagined and renamed family area. Little Riders will be packed with activities, entertainment and hands-on fun for children and families. Located on grounds of the Grand Hall behind the Grandstand, Little Riders is a vibrant space where young visitors can play, create and take a break

The summer events calendar just shifted gear as Dundrum Town announces the return of Supercar Weekend on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd August, celebrating five years as Ireland's most premium free automotive showcase. Powered by Carzone, Ireland's trusted motoring marketplace, the hugely popular event will once again return to Dundrum Town, bringing together over 100 remarkable vehicles, exciting new premium experiences, interactive activations and live entertainment across

Bakers across Ireland are being reminded that the date for entries to the National Brown Bread Baking Competition, sponsored by Euronics in association with the National Ploughing Association (NPA) and the Irish Countrywomen’s association (ICA), is fast approaching. Entries from across the country will be collected at designated Euronics stores from 9.am to 11am on the 17th July, 24th July and 7th August. Bakers are advised to allow sufficient time, as no entries will be ac

As Ireland enjoys a spell of unusually warm weather, many people are finding it more difficult to fall asleep and stay asleep through the night. Higher temperatures can disrupt the body's natural sleep cycle, making it harder to get the quality rest needed for good health and wellbeing. According to Pam Stone, CEO of Respa Beds, an Irish family run bed and mattress manufacturer based in Meath, creating the right sleep environment and making a few simple adjustments can help

Village Vets is urging pet owners across Ireland to take extreme care during the current spell of hot weather after veterinary teams treated multiple dogs suffering from heat stroke in recent days. Despite emergency intervention, some of the affected dogs sadly did not survive. The warning comes as warm temperatures continue across the country, with veterinary teams reporting an increase in heat-related emergencies. Village Vets is now calling on pet owners to avoid walking d

Yesterday (Wednesday 24th June) the ESB Science Blast Inclusion Evaluation 2026, a landmark study of more than 2,000 participants across six stakeholder groups examining how inclusion is experienced within one of Irelands largest informal STEM education programmes was launched in the Minerva Suite of the RDS. More than 110,000 children have taken part in ESB Science Blast since its launch in 2019 with 100% of those children who took part saying they enjoyed being part of the

The sun shone as families, friends and sports enthusiasts gathered at Ballymun United Soccer Complex over the weekend for the first-ever Decathlon PlayDays event in Ireland. Held on the 20th and 21st June, the free two-day community event transformed the venue into a vibrant sports hub, giving visitors the opportunity to try more than 20 sports and activities in a fun and welcoming environment. From football, cycling and basketball to archery, badminton, golf and family fit

Amazon Prime Day 2026 will return to Amazon.ie from June 23rd to June 26th, offering Prime members access to deals from top brands spanning all categories including Home & Kitchen, Beauty & Self-Care, Tech & Electronics, Fashion, and Garden — helping customers get everything they need for summer projects, outdoor adventures, and evenings spent with family and friends. As Ireland enjoys the longest days of the summer this week, new research commissioned by Amazon.ie reveals ho