
Laura Holland
Laura has been a part of the Her team since December 2015. Taking the lead role on our entertainment coverage, Laura has interviewed everyone from the cast of Entourage to Ed Sheeran, Russell Crowe and Shaggy and frequented more than a fair share of red carpets. With a background in media over the last 10 years, Laura most recently worked with 98FM as their Head of Digital Content and before that for AA Roadwatch where she broadcast on Today FM. Laura enjoys travelling, Netflix or movie marathons and food, particularly anything sweet.
It’s time to get excited Black Mirror fans. A list of titles have appeared online and are apparently the names of the chapters for the fourth season of Black Mirror. The list appeared in a thread on Reddit and also included the directors for each episode. They’ve appeared as follows: ‘ArkAngel’ – directed by Jodie […]
9 years ago

Hanson are back and they’re unrecognisble
You would pass them in the street. Hanson are back, again. Every so often they pop up to promote a new song or to play at some random event and every time people are shocked by how different they look. It’s fair enough because they were just children when they first hit the music scene. […]
9 years ago

Ariana Grande’s mum has released a statement following the Manchester attack
She hasn’t been on social since the attack. Ariana Grande’s mum, Joan, has shared a statement following the Manchester attack. She posted the statement on Twitter which read: “This past week I have spent in reflective thought, prayer & deep sorrow. I join my daughter in extending my help & services to all those affected […]
9 years ago

New security measures will be in place for Shawn Mendes’ 3Arena gig
This is important information if you’re heading to Sean Mendes’ concert at 3Arena. People attending Shawn Mendes’ concert at 3Arena have been warned not to bring any backpacks, large purses or bags to the venue. The new change comes in the wake of the Manchester attack. People carrying bags above a certain measurement will not […]
9 years ago

There’s a lone crow attacking people in Cork
This is terrifying. Apparently, there’s a crow in Cork that has been attacking people recently. According to TodayFM, approximately 20 people have been attacked by a crow in Cork, particularly around the CIT campus. The lone bird’s attacks have resulted in two people needing medical treatment. Their injuries weren’t too serious, thankfully, and they just […]
9 years ago

6 thoughts everyone has when they arrive in the door after a festival
We’ve all been there. There’s nothing like a festival weekend. The first day tends to have the most buzz, when you’re trying to negotiate with the festival traffic, setting up your sleeping area, figuring out what acts to prioritise and settling in for the weekend ahead. Come the last day, when you’re ready to go, this […]
9 years ago

Dee Devlin has finally broken her social media silence since welcoming Conor Jr
This post is SO cute. Dee Devlin has finally broken her social media silence since giving birth to her first baby. Dee, and partner Conor Mc Gregor, welcomed baby Conor Jr in early May and although Conor has kept us up to date, the new mum has stayed off social media to enjoy her time […]
9 years ago

This is the one bra you need to try for a strapless dress
This bra is everywhere. You may have seen videos online of different celebrities endorsing a new type of bra. You know the one I’m talking about – the likes of Geordie Shore‘s Holly Hagen has been sharing videos of her modeling the bra. It’s called the Sneaky Vaunt and features two cups and a pull cord […]
9 years ago

Think prosecco is ‘girly’? Most men now prefer it to gin, rum, and beer
We knew they would come around eventually. For a drink of choice, most people would probably guess that men prefer to drink beer or a spirit instead of a glass of Prosecco. Well, you would be wrong. It turns out that men actually prefer to sip on a glass of Prosecco. This revelation comes from […]
9 years ago

This fitness expert has the best tips for getting lean
Some brilliant tips. We spoke to Eva Berg of The Secret Pilates Studio to get some tips for getting in shape. Eva, who owns The Secret Pilates Studio in Rathmichael, Dublin, has highlighted some areas to help improve your fitness and wellbeing. Here’s what Eva advises: 1. Plan several different exercise routines over an eight week […]
9 years ago

There’s a HUGE change coming to Coronation Street
Fans will love this. Coronation Street is going to be making a huge change in the autumn. For the new season, they will begin to broadcast six times per week. Kate Oates, the show’s boss, spoke to The Sun where she revealed the exciting news. She also confirmed that they’re planning lots of great new […]
9 years ago

This is the most popular place Irish people go on a first date
Is this where you’ve had a first date? When it comes to dating in Ireland, a lot of the time it centres around drinking. It might be that someone first met their significant other on a night out or that you go on a dinner date with a few drinks beforehand. Obviously, drinking isn’t the […]
9 years ago

A big change is coming to Nestlé’s Milkybar chocolate
Look out for the new version. Nestlé has announced a significant change to their Milkybar chocolate, for the better. They have changed the recipe so that the amount of sugar per serving has been reduced from 8.3g to 7.6g. The reduction of sugar will be balanced with an increased amount of milk – making milk […]
9 years ago

Liam told Graham a gas story about Bear’s dramatic nappy change
Poor Cheryl. Liam Payne joined Graham Norton on his show last night. He was on the show to promote his debut solo track but the conversation changed to the birth of his baby Bear, with Cheryl. Liam was more than happy to chat about him and even went into a lot of detail about the […]
9 years ago

The body of a fisherman has been recovered from the sea
The search began yesterday afternoon. The search for a fisherman off the Irish coast has concluded after his body was found in the water. RTÉ first reported that a fishing trawler had sunk off the coast of Skerries, Dublin yesterday afternoon. A member of the public raised the alarm. One man was rescued from the […]
9 years ago

This girl gave far too much information about their sex life on a TV show
Yikes! A new show has recently started on Comedy Central. It’s called Your Face or Mine and will quite likely result in a few break ups. The premise of the show is for couples to rate each other’s attractiveness. The particularly awkward part is that they have to admit if they think their partner is […]
9 years ago

Aldi is about to get in some fabulous designer homeware
They expect one of the pieces to sell out immediately. Aldi is on fire at the moment. Between the hot tub and the pizza oven, our houses and gardens will be full of their products. And now they’ve just pulled a hat trick with their latest offering. They are about to bring out their own […]
9 years ago

Ben Stiller and wife Christine Taylor confirm split after 17 years together
Actor Ben Stiller and his wife Christine Taylor have confirmed that they have split. The couple, who have been together for 17 years, have two children, Ella Olivia, 15 and Quinlin Dempsey, 12. They first met while shooting a pilot for a new TV show and married shortly afterward in 2000. They have appeared in numerous on-screen […]
9 years ago

This is apparently the ideal amount of partners to have before you settle down
It’s probably higher than you think. A recent survey has indicated the ideal amount of sexual partners a person should have before they settle down with one person. The results are based on a survey conducted by the dating site IllicitEncounters. Of the people surveyed, the most common answer for the ideal amount of partners […]
9 years ago

23 people have died in Egypt after a gunman attacked a bus of Christians
At least 23 people have been killed in Egypt after a gunman opened fire at a bus of Coptic Christians. According to The Telegraph, the bus was in the city of Minya when the attack took place. 23 people been confirmed dead and 25 others are injured. It’s believed that the bus was ambushed by […]
9 years ago

It’s the last Late Late of the season tonight and it’s worth watching
The last episode in this series of The Late Late Show is here. The show will be celebrating 50 years of the Community Games in Ireland with three of Ireland’s sporting stars who started perfecting their skills in the competition – rugby star Tommy Bowe, world champion walker Olive Loughnane and former Republic of Ireland […]
9 years ago

Brown Thomas has an amazing offer that beauty lovers will go crazy for
Ready, steady – GO! Brown Thomas has just launched their very own Beauty Box. It’s an online exclusive when you spend €75 or more on selected products, from Tom Ford, Glamglow, Clinique, Aveda, La Mer, Estée Lauder, MAC and Bobbi Brown. Once you’ve spent over that amount you will be able to purchase their Beauty […]
9 years ago

Liam Gallagher has announced an Irish show and it’s VERY soon
Liam Gallagher is set to perform at Dublin’s Olympia Theatre in June. The announcement about his debut solo tour was made this morning and comes in the wake of the Manchester attack. The tour opens on May 30th with a homecoming show at Manchester’s O2 Ritz with all profits being donated to the We Love Manchester […]
9 years ago

This Irish girl got married the same day as Pippa and their dresses are IDENTICAL
What are the chances? Northern Irish bride Andrea got married on Saturday, May 20th – the same day that Pippa Middleton married James Spencer. While Andrea was planning her big day at the same time as Pippa, the last thing she expected was that her wedding dress would be nearly identical to Pippa’s. As we […]
9 years ago

Enjoy the sun while it lasts because it’s going to break
Say it isn’t so! Just when we were getting used to the extremely nice weather it’s all going to be a distant memory on Saturday morning. If you’ve made plans to go to the beach then you might want to rethink that. Met Eireann has issued weather warnings for most places tomorrow with rain affecting most […]
9 years ago

Jonathan Cheban has pulled out of co-hosting Xposé tonight
He has cancelled due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’. Jonathan Cheban has cancelled his appearance on Xposé tonight and tomorrow. The reality star, who shot to fame on Keeping Up With The Kardashians, was due to co-present the show along with Karen Koster for two nights. He was the first of a series of special guest hosts. […]
9 years ago

A Limerick boy got the surprise of a lifetime from his Liverpool hero
A Limerick boy was treated to pair of football boots from one of the Liverpool players. 11-year-old Paddy Mackessy was over in Liverpool with his mother for their last game of the season. When they had some free time they decided to visit some shops, including a sports shop. Paddy was looking at a pair of […]
9 years ago

You will soon be able to get your hands on a Barry’s Tea cocktail
Who knew tea and alcohol mixed so well. This summer you’ll be able to sample some Barry’s Tea-infused cocktails. It might sound a little strange but when you hear the ingredients it will convert you. As part of the Taste of Dublin, Barry’s Tea will set up their very own cocktail bar with a range […]
9 years ago

A minute’s silence in Manchester this morning ended with an incredible tribute
Goosebumps. A huge crowd gathered in St Ann’s Square in Manchester this morning to join in a minute’s silence in tribute to the people who lost their lives in Sunday’s bombing at Ariana Grande’s concert. After the minute was up, a woman began to sing the Oasis track Don’t Look Back In Anger and soon […]
9 years ago

We have 20 questions about the new Tayto Hotel
Earlier today we learned that there could be a Tayto Hotel on the way. Tayto Park has put in planning permission with Meath County Council for a 7 story hotel. Not only will it be able to accommodate 1,000 people, but it will also have a spa, two sky bars and three restaurants. In the […]
9 years ago

OMG – Ireland is getting an actual Tayto HOTEL
This is huge. Tayto has announced that they plan to add a hotel to Tayto Park. Yes – an actual Tayto HOTEL. They have applied to Meath County Council for Planning Permission for a 32,000 sq m, 250 bedroom family hotel offering accommodation and leisure facilities for up to 1,000 guests. The hotel is going […]
9 years ago

An Irish veterinary clinic is looking for someone to be their ‘cat cuddler’
Dream job alert! A Dublin-based veterinary clinic is looking for someone to join their team as the in-house ‘cat cuddler’. The job is exactly as it sounds – they want someone to mind and cuddle the cats all day long. The Clonsilla based clinic, Just Cats Veterinary Clinic, has put a call out to cat […]
9 years ago

More than 30 migrants, mostly toddlers, have drowned off the coast of Libya
Just awful. More than 30 people have drowned in the sea off the coast of Libya after they fell from the over-crowded boat they were travelling in. They were on their way to Europe when they fell from the boat before they could reach the rescue vessels that were waiting for them. More than 200 […]
9 years ago

People are praising Coronation Street for paying tribute to the Manchester victims
Such a great tribute. Fans of Coronation Street have been praising the show after it paid tribute to the victims of the bombing at the Ariana Grande concert in Manchester. Among the people who died was a Coronation Street superfan Martyn Hett. The show is also based in Manchester so it’s especially poignant. At the […]
9 years ago

The wife of Captain Mark Duffy has released a letter of thanks
“Thank you” Hermione Duffy, the wife of Mark Duffy, has issued a statement of thanks to the public following his death. Mark tragically lost his life, along with three of his colleagues, when the rescue helicopter he was travelling in crashed into an island off the coast of Mayo on March 14. The bodies of […]
9 years ago

Dress, venue, food: why picking-apart weddings is all too common
Welcome to The Bride Files – covering all things related to weddings as Laura prepares for her big day. The Pippa Middleton wedding fuss seems to have finally died down. Stories and photos from her wedding were splashed across every news site and newspaper stand all last weekend and earlier this week. It was Pippa’s moment in […]
9 years ago

Top Irish tourist attraction closed following vandalism
This is awful. Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, in Antrim, is closed for the foreseeable future due to vandalism. Police are currently investigating the scene and hundreds of tourists were turned away today as a result. The main Twitter account for the tourist attraction updated visitors earlier today. Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is closed today and for the foreseeable future […]
9 years ago

TV3 are looking for contestants for Blind Date
Know anyone who would take part in this? Blind Date is coming to TV3 this autumn and our favourite funnyman, Al Porter, will be hosting the new show. In preparation for the new series, TV3 are looking for contestants. They are calling on single men and women in Ireland to apply for the series. Young or old, […]
9 years ago

Kim Kardashian’s best friend is going to co-host Xposé very soon
We did NOT expect this. Kim Kardashian’s best friend Jonathan Cheban will co-host Xposé tomorrow and on Friday, May 26th. One of the presenters, Ruth O’Neill, recently left the show and Jonathan has been drafted in to cover two days of the popular show. The former CBB housemate will join Karen Koster, Glenda Gilson and […]
9 years ago

Aldi has recalled one of their cooking products over allergy risks
Customers are asked to return the product. Aldi has recalled one of their cooking products – Madagascan Vanilla Extract. The product is actually Moroccan Almond Extract but was incorrectly labelled. The company is worried about the allergy risk of the mislabeled product and has asked for it to be returned. It’s from The Pantry and […]
9 years ago

Top Gun 2 is officially happening with Tom Cruise on board
This the best news ever. One of the best cult movies is making a come back. That’s right, Top Gun 2 has officially been confirmed and the main man himself, Tom Cruise, is on board. It’s been 31 years since the original movie and now we finally will get to see another installment. Tom Cruise […]
9 years ago

Legendary actor Sir Roger Moore has died, aged 89
Legendary actor Sir Roger Moore has died at the age of 89. His children, Deborah, Geoffrey and Christian, confirmed the news and shared a statement from his Twitter account. It read: “It is with heavy heart that we must announce our loving father, Sir Roger Moore, has passed away today in Switzerland after a short […]
9 years ago

Zack Snyder quits Justice League movie following daughter’s death
“It’s just a movie.” Director Zack Snyder has pulled out of the Justice League movie following the death of his daughter. Zack first took a break from post-production on the movie when his daughter Autumn died suddenly in March. Now, he has confirmed that he will step down as director to spend time with his […]
9 years ago

Love/Hate star walks the red carpet at Cannes with Nicole Kidman
Flying the Irish flag at Cannes. Love/Hate star Barry Keoghan had the opportunity most actors would kill for – to walk the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival. Not only that, he was joined by Nicole Kidman and Colin Farrell. Barry stars in the new movie The Killing of a Sacred Deer which had its […]
9 years ago

This couple ran a marathon on their wedding day
Wow. Most couples will be taking it easy on their wedding day. All the organising is done and all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the day. For the girls, it usually begins with hair and makeup, followed by some photos and then off to the ceremony. For the boys, maybe a […]
9 years ago

Celine Dion’s latest rendition of My Heart Will Go On will give you chills
It’s still such an amazing song. It’s hard to believe that Titanic and My Heart Will Go On are 20 years old. To mark the anniversary, Celine Dion performed a special rendition of the track at the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas yesterday. We’ve probably heard the song over 100 times at this stage, but […]
9 years ago

Myleene Klass has a completely new look and it’s fab
In fairness, she could take any colour. Myleene Klass surprised her social media fans when she posted a picture of herself with a completely new look. She appeared to have ditched her dark hair for a much light blonde look. Hurr for #jaws #keithandpaddy @itv @keithlemonforreal @mcguinness.paddy A post shared by myleeneklass (@myleeneklass) on May […]
9 years ago

We’re giving away tickets for the Irish premiere of Wonder Woman
“Strength of a warrior, heart of a hero” Wonder Woman, the superhero film of the summer hits cinemas on June 1st. To celebrate, we’ve teamed up with Warner Bros Pictures to give you the chance to be the first in the world to see the movie at the Irish premiere screening on Wednesday 31 May at […]
9 years ago

There’s bad news for people wanting a Downton Abbey movie
Noooooo! A few months back it looked like we were getting closer to a Downton Abbey movie. Jim Carter, who plays Mr Carson, had said that all the main cast were told to hold dates even though there was no script: “This is the third degree – we’ve been asked to keep ourselves available for […]
9 years ago

Nicki Minaj’s reaction to Drake’s acceptance speech is hilarious
Gas! Drake swept the board at the Billboard Music Awards last night after winning 13 awards. He was also recognised as the top artist of the year. While his awards have got everyone talking this morning, there is one clip from the night that has people laughing. During one of his many acceptance speeches, he […]
9 years ago