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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Dunnes Stores fans set to love ‘funky' new €30 dress with ‘hidden' feature that's ideal for summer days out
DUNNES Stores fans are set to love a "funky" new dress with a "hidden" feature that is ideal for summer days out. The Helen Steele Black Define Dress is available in stores and online now. Advertisement 2 Dunnes Stores fans will love the new arrival 2 It is a bargain at just €30 The black and pink look is ideal for a game of tennis or a walk in the park. It is priced at just €30 and comes in sizes XS to XL. The retailer said: "Super soft and buttery fabric. "Easy shape sleeveless dress with hidden pink shorts and a skort detail, crew neckline with bright pink panel. Advertisement READ MORE IN FASHION "Helen Steele branding across the chest. "A funky addition to your activewear or everyday wardrobe. "Brought to you by Irish Designer Helen Steele, exclusively for Dunnes Stores." The dress can be paired with white trainers for a cool, casual look. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive Exclusive Meanwhile, a fashion fan has told how she tried on Carrie Barrett, who posts under In the video, she flaunted the Frieda embroidered suit trousers for €30. Crafted from a lightweight crinkle-textured fabric, these wide leg trousers feature an elasticated waistband - ideal for belly-conscious shoppers. Advertisement Pair them with delicate foliage embroidery, with a white scoop neck top and kitten heels for a chic seasonal look. Or better yet, style the trousers with the matching Frieda shirt to create a unique wedding guest outfit. The matching top features a classic collar and a full button-through front. And this item is also for sale for €30. Advertisement Sizes range from XS-XL in this stunning new co-ord. This is the set of the Both items are sold separately online and in stores across the country. THE HISTORY OF DUNNES STORES DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit. Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland's first 'shopping frenzy'. During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne's 'Better Value' bargains. Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 - starting with apples and oranges. The retailer said: "Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town. "Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong. "Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas." The retailer's first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960. They added: "In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed. "Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England." Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
I'm a single mum and got £4.3k in UC this month – I've run out of cash & am begging people to donate to my boob job fund
A SINGLE mother has claimed that she got paid more than £4,300 this month in Universal Credit, but has already run out of money. As a result, Ebony Wood, 26, who is currently not working and is living off of benefits, is now Advertisement 2 A young mother has claimed to have received more than £4,300 in Universal Credit this month, which she has already spent Credit: TikTok/@bonniedontcare 2 Not only this, but Ebony Wood, 26, is now asking strangers to pay for her to have a boob job Credit: TikTok/@bonniedontcare Not only this, but she's even asking people to donate to her GoFundMe page, so that she can treat herself to a The young mother, who calls herself Bonnie and lives in a Clapping back to taxpayers, Bonnie filmed herself cleaning her filthy 'You lot literally have to work 40 hours a week to get half of what I get - I literally get given £4,000 a month from the government.' Advertisement Read more real life stories While Bonnie asked trolls to 'stop putting hate' in her comments, she showed off her messy home and slammed: 'If it wasn't for you lot working full time and paying taxes, I would not even have these grey Tommy Hilfiger leggings.' But moments later, in response to a comment that accused her of lying about her which are given to UK residents with a low income or , Bonnie shared a screenshot of what she claimed to be her most recent payment - a hefty £4,320.98. In response to the hater, who blamed her for spreading ' 'Don't be jealous because I get given double what you earn in a month - I practically get your monthly wages in a week.' Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive Exclusive On Bonnie's profile, she has since shared a link to her She has an ambitious target of £2,200 and at the time of writing, had raised just £10 thanks to two donations. Debunking Myths: Life on Universal Credit While she can't afford to pay for the surgery herself, the mother claimed that she 'deserves to feel good' but stressed that getting the Social media users fume The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @ Advertisement This honestly infuriates me!!!! TikTok user Social media users were horrified by Bonnie's claims, with many eagerly sharing their views in the comments. One person said: 'This is embarrassing.' What help is available for parents? CHILDCARE can be a costly business. Here is how you can get help. 30 hours free childcare - Parents of three and four-year-olds can apply for 30 hours free childcare a week. To qualify you must usually work at least 16 hours a week at the national living or minimum wage and earn less than £100,000 a year. Tax credits - For children under 20, some families can get help with childcare costs. Childcare vouchers - If your employer offers childcare vouchers you can get up to £55 a week in tax and national insurance savings. You pay for your childcare before your tax contributions are taken out. This scheme is open to new joiners until October 4, 2018, when it is planned that tax-free childcare will replace the vouchers. Tax-free childcare - Available to working families and the self-employed, for every £8 you put in the government will add an extra £2. Another added: 'What in the benefits Britain is going on here?' A third commented: 'Bragging about getting £4k a month but begging for more money from tax payers is mad.' Advertisement If it wasn't for you lot working full time and paying taxes, I would not even have these grey Tommy Hilfiger leggings Bonnie At the same time, someone else wrote: 'Stop boasting.' Meanwhile, someone else fumed: 'This honestly infuriates me!!!!' But that's not all, as another rudely chimed in and questioned: "What in the Jeremy Kyle is happening here?" Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club Advertisement How much Universal Credit can you get? TRYING to work out how much Universal Credit you can get can be overwhelming. There are so many different elements that can affect your claim and it makes the whole process even more complicated. There are several free calculators that you can use to help you get an estimate, such as You will need: Details of all your income, such as existing benefits, tax credits, earnings from employment and your pensions, Details of your partner's income if you're married, in a civil partnership or living with someone as a couple. You will be assessed as a couple Information on any savings you have, How much you pay in council tax per year, and whether you get any discounts, reductions or exemptions, Details of your rent or mortgage payments, Employment and income information about anyone else living with you, such as grown-up children, Details about your carer's allowance if you receive it. You'll need to make sure that the information provided is as accurate as possible to get the truest estimate.
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Banish slugs for good using a 50p drink you may already have in the fridge – it works on wasps too
THERE'S nothing better than sitting outside in your garden on a hot summer day. Unfortunately, there are plenty of Advertisement 2 Gardening pros share how to get rid of slugs for good Credit: Getty 2 It even works on wasps too Credit: Getty Fortunately, a gardening expert has shared a simple hack to keep wasps away while you enjoy an al fresco dinner and stop slugs destroying your plants. While many gardeners reach for harsh chemicals to get pest problems under control, they can also harm the garden. However, there's a super simple solution that you probably already have in your fridge. With a common drink we all love in summer, you can lure and eliminate these annoying garden pests. Advertisement READ MORE ON GARDENING Experts at Gardening Know How revealed that using cola can banish slugs from your garden for good. They said: "Apparently, using Coke in the garden is nothing new to some folks. "Some people poison their slugs, and some drive them to drink by luring them with beer. Just fill a low bowl with Coke and set it in the garden overnight." The cola trap works as the sugar attracts pests to it while the acid from the drink kills them. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive Exclusive Slugs often come out to eat during the night, so keeping the trap out will keep your plants safe. According to the experts at Gardening Know How, this method can also get rid of pesky wasps. Nature's Defenses: Organic Solutions to Garden Pest Problems They added: "Since cola is attractive to slugs, it stands to reason that it might be enticing to other insects. "Seems this is true, and you can build a cola Advertisement Wasps are also addicted to the sweet drink and once in the can or bowl will drown in the acid. The expert continued: "There are additional reports of coke being the death of other insects, such as cockroaches and "In these cases, you spray the bugs with Coke. In India, farmers are said to use coke as a pesticide. "Apparently, it is cheaper than commercial pesticides. The company denies there is anything in the beverage that could be construed as useful as a pesticide, however." Advertisement You can pick up a 2 litre bottle of Cola from Tesco for just 49p. Keep pests out all summer IF you want to ensure that your home is pest free this summer, here's what you need to know. Hornets and wasps - hate the smell of peppermint oil so spraying this liberally around your patio or balcony can help to keep them at bay. Moths - acidic household white vinegar is effective for deterring moths. Soak some kitchen roll in vinegar and leave it in your wardrobe as a deterrent. Flying ants - herbs and spices, such as cinnamon, mint, chilli pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cloves, or garlic act as deterrents. Mosquitoes - plants, herbs and essential oil fragrances can help deter mozzies inside and out. Try eucalyptus, lavender and lemongrass.
