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Olivia Newton-John’s husband has been opening up about her passing and the life he led with her.

John Easterling was at Olivia’s bedside when she passed away in August of last year at the age of 73. 

The Grease star had been battling breast cancer for several years. She received her first diagnosis in 1992 and had worked tirelessly with cancer organisations in both Australia and the United States.

Olivia’s widower John was speaking at the G’Day USA Gala in Los Angeles over the weekend, at which his late wife was honoured posthumously. Attendees at the event included the likes of singer Katy Perry and model Miranda Kerr.

In his speech, the 70-year-old spoke lovingly of Olivia, who he married in June 2008. “We shared a love and a happiness on an order of magnitude that I didn’t even think was possible,” he told the audience.

“Olivia and I unexpectedly, madly, deeply, forever fell in love in the Amazon rainforest,” he recalled adoringly.

John then went on to describe life with Olivia as ‘magic’, noting the wonderful marriage they had together. “For the past 15 years, I’ve been blessed to share the depth and the passion of her being,” he gushed. 

“Every day with Olivia was a bit of magic. Every day with Olivia was supernatural,” John added. “She was the most courageous and compassionate woman that I’ve ever known, with a calming capacity to genuinely care about other people.”

John concluded his tribute to his late wife by praising her for using her worldwide platform to carry out inspirational work.

“There’s an old adage that like attracts like, and Olivia knew that her voice and her huge profile of talents were a gift,” he explained. “Her legacy continues as a joyful, healing spirit who is continuously focused on moving things, in her words, ‘into the love and the light.’”

Olivia’s only child Chloe also spoke at the event, with the 37-year-old promising that she would “honour my mum’s mission and keep her dream alive”.

“She was curious and intuitive, and knew the power of plant medicine and ancient wisdom that we have within us all. She was a powerful being,” Chloe said in tribute.

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The official trailer for Murder Mystery 2 has been released by Netflix and this sequel looks like it will be another comedic hit. 

Starring Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston, Murder Mystery 2 shows the team four years after their first murder mystery, struggling to get their private eye agency off the ground as they are now full-time detectives.

The trailer sees the pair heading to a private island to celebrate the wedding of their friend, the Maharaja (Adeel Akhtar), but when the groom is kidnapped for ransom, they must work together to rescue him. Each guest at the lavish wedding is now a suspect, including the bride…

Credit: Netflix

Nick (Adam Sandler) and Audrey Spitz (Jennifer Aniston) now have a case to solve that they’ve always dreamed of- the chance to make their detective agency successful and their long-awaited trip to Paris.

Other actors starring in this comedy include Mark Strong, Mélanie Laurent, Jodie Turner-Smith, John Kani, Kuhoo Verma, Enrique Arce, Zurin Villanueva, Tony Goldwyn, Annie Mumolo and Dany Boon.

Directed by Jeremy Garelick, Murder Mystery 2 is expected to be a roaring success and is not to be missed.

Netflix has also revealed the release date is March 31, 2023, so viewers don’t have long to wait!

Check out the trailer below.

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New research undertaken by Boots has revealed that 84% of women feel that there are not enough supports in place for women who are experiencing symptoms of menopause or perimenopause.

Research showed that the availability of information and help (34%) was lacking for women on the menopause journey. More awareness and public discussion (22%), support and help from doctors and GPs (14%), support from employers (9%), advice (9%), access to counselling (7%) and HRT (5%) were also noted as missing support for menopausal and perimenopausal women.

Almost 9 in 10 (86%) females aged 45-65 who have experienced menopause claim that they would seek support and advice from their GP, with almost 6 in 10 (57%) claiming that they would ask for support from their local pharmacy or a dedicated menopause clinic Those choosing to attend a pharmacy felt that pharmacists provide good advice, are helpful and trustworthy (47%), that it is convenient (22%) and felt that they could be as good as a GP or doctor (16%).

Barriers to seeking advice from a pharmacy include privacy concerns (51%), with women preferring to speak to an expert (12%) or with someone with more knowledge and experience of the menopause (12%). To combat this concern, all Boots pharmacy stores offers a private consultation room for customers. Those who wish to discuss their symptoms in private can enquire with a member of the pharmacy team.

With so many women seeking help from their local pharmacy, Boots has provided comprehensive menopause training to 1,400 No7 Advisors across Ireland and the UK. They understand that women will experience menopause in different ways and with that, can offer a range of advice and support. Information on Boots.ie can be used as a resource for support and advice. Boots is assisting in guiding women as they manage signs and symptoms, and to help them feel empowered and in control. This support, along with products and services, are available online and in stores nationwide.

Women experience a variety of physical symptoms during perimenopause and menopause, that go beyond hot flushes and night sweats. Research shows that two thirds of women noted changes to their skin. Many women do not understand how the skin changes during perimenopause and menopause and there is a need for education and information about the ingredients and products that can help visibly improve the skin during this life-stage.

Women who had experienced menopause and perimenopause noticed that their skin became dehydrated (76%). They also noticed a loss of collagen (62%), dullness (48%), increased sensitivity (27%) and discolouration (24%) amongst other changes (6%). Almost 6 in 10 (55%) women who experienced the menopause claimed to notice a change in their hair. Over half of these women noted that hair had become more brittle (58%), hair had thinned (56%), they experienced a loss of volume (48%) and had a dry scalp (44%) amongst other changes (2%).

To aid these symptoms, Boots last year launched a range of products as part of the No7 Menopause Skincare Collection. The range was launched following five years of scientific research and in collaboration with more than 7,000 menopausal women. The No7 Menopause Skincare line comprises an Instant Radiance Serum, Protect & Hydrate Day Cream, Nourishing Overnight Cream, and an Instant Cooling Mist and the newest addition, the Firm and Bright Eye Concentrate.

No7 Menopause Skincare Collection
 

The Firm and Bright Eye Concentrate instantly refreshes tired-looking eyes and is proven to hydrate dry skin around the eyes. The metal roller applicator provides an instant cooling sensation and targets the appearance of dark circles and wrinkles.

Half of those who have experienced menopause revealed that they had previously sought information on what vitamins, minerals or supplement may support them on the menopause journey. Within that cohort, 32% of women are currently taking some form of vitamins and/or supplements.

Speaking about the research, Director of Pharmacy and Superintendent Pharmacist at Boots, Caoimhe McAuley said “The research highlights that Irish women need robust and reliable support as they experience the substantial impact of menopause on their physical and psychological health. Boots want to normalise this and share expert advice in an accessible way. Guidance provided by trained staff from the pharmacy team and on the No.7 beauty counters ensures that Boots is the best place for women to go to for support with symptoms. I’d encourage anyone needing advice or support to visit their local pharmacy store”.

To find out more about menopause related products, visit www.boots.ie.

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Huge congratulations are in order for Meghan Trainor as she has announced she is expecting her second child. 

The All About That Bass singer revealed the wonderful news that she and her husband Daryl Sabara are expecting again when talking on the Today Show. 

Meghan was promoting her new book about motherhood called Dear Future Mama via videocall when she shared a glimpse of a baby scan and her blossoming baby bump. She exclaimed 'We did it!', as her husband came into frame and gave her a peck on the cheek.

The 29-year-old then took to Instagram to share a photo of herself holding up her scans to her 16.1M followers.

She captioned the post, "BABY #2 COMING THIS SUMMER".

Many famous faces headed to the comments to congratulate the pair on their wonderful news.

The Princess Diaries star Mandy Moore wrote, “Congrats friends!!!”, while TikTok star Abbie Herbert penned, “SO SO SO SO HAPPY”. “Congrats!!!!!”, added Ghost Whisperer actress Jennifer Love Hewitt.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by TODAY (@todayshow) 

The wonderful news comes after Trainor shared a video to Instagram of her family and friends reacting excitedly to news she and Daryl had told them. The pair hadn't revealed to the public what the news was until today and we see now why the group were so elated for the couple!

The Made You Look singer and her Spy Kids star husband are already proud parents to Riley, who will be turning two years old next week. 

Congratulations again to Meghan and Daryl as they prepare to expand their family further!

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Michelle Heaton was left ‘devastated’ after she was eliminated from Dancing on Ice last night. 

The former Liberty X band member was eliminated from the show as she received the lowest points with her dance partner Lukasz.

Sharing her reaction to Instagram with her children, Faith and AJ, a disappointed Michelle wrote, “What a ride… i didn’t want it to end. Heartbroken”.

“Though hear me when I say, i am overwhelmed with the support on this platform & others, I hear the frustration .. trust me, i am sad too”.

“But guys, as one door closes another must open coz it’s the only way! We get up dust ourselves off and fight for the next dream. I hope I’ve done you all proud”.

The 43-year-old closed off by adding, “Thank you for @dancingonice for having me and @icelukasz .. what can I say? My journey was filled with joy, and laughter and many f**ks”.

“You rock babes, you & @alex_lukasz friendship has the world to me and my family”.

In the short video where Heaton is 'gutted' she is hanging up her ice skates but thankful for her time on the show, her eight-year-old son says he is “so sad” his mum was eliminated.

Pals of Michelle’s headed to the comments to share how disappointed they are to see her leave Dancing on Ice, with many fans of the singer aggreeing she shouldn't have been voted off.

TV presenter Anthea Turner wrote, “Adore you, you shouldn’t have gone but…… now you need to play Velma Kelly for real but without knives strapped to your shoes”.

“Absolutely ROBBED!!! So sad to see you go, but you should be so proud of yourself – we’re all so proud of you”, penned singer Linda Nolan. 

Former Big Brother star Rebeckah Vaughan added, “I hope you are truly proud of yourself, you were fantastic. I know this doesn’t feel great right now but it will feel better I promise”.

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It has been confirmed that Ireland’s sexual assault units reached record statistics last year.

In a combined statistic, all six centres treated over 1,000 people last year. The treatment units are located across the country, in Cork, Donegal, Dublin, Galway, Mullingar and Waterford. 

In total, all of the sexual assault units saw a patient increase of almost 200 people in 2022.

Heartbreakingly, it has also been revealed that a fifth of all patients who seeked treatment at these sexual assault units were between the ages of 14 and 17. 

The figure of those reporting the crimes they experienced also decreased, with just 60% of victims choosing to report their experience to Gardaí.

The national clinical lead for Ireland’s SAT units, Dr Maeve Eogan, has stressed that it is difficult to gauge a clear picture from these statistics. “If you are an optimist you would say more people know about our service, so hopefully the totality of sexual crime is not increasing and people are seeking care and seeking support and accessing that at a time and place that suits them and is responsive to their needs,” she explained. “But we don’t know that for sure and it could be that sexual crime is increasing.”

“There is a whole lot of international evidence that the acute services see the tip of the iceberg as such, in terms of people reaching out for care after sexual crime,” Dr Eogan added. “I would hope that the iceberg is not getting bigger but that the tip [of it] we are seeing is getting bigger.”

Dr Eogan shared that around 15% of the units’ patients in 2022 were unsure about making a crime report, but decided to store DNA evidence in case they wish to speak to Gardaí in the future. The SAT units hold onto evidence for each patient for a year.

Lastly, Dr Eogan insisted that for things to change successfully, education needs to begin as soon as possible. “When people talk about education in colleges, absolutely there does need to be but we cannot forget the very critical role of in-school education, parental education and societal discussion starting from an early age and letting children know that they have a right to bodily integrity and letting children know what to do if something is not right,” she detailed.

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Congratulations are in order for Abigail Breslin and her now-husband Ira Kunyansky as the pair have tied the knot!

The Little Miss Sunshine actress shared the wonderful news to her 535K Instagram followers that she and Ira got married over the weekend.

Abigail wrote, “Ya girl got married y’all”, alongside a photo of her hand donning her engagement ring and wedding band.

Breslin’s silver wedding ring is beautifully decorated with diamonds all around it, while her engagement ring has a round glitzy rock in the centre of the sparkly band.

The My Sister’s Keeper star shared a second photo of her and her husband smiling from ear to ear as they danced together. Sparkling fireworks are going off being them as wedding guests snap photos of the pair. 

She captioned the post, “01.28.23 married my bestest friend”. 

Ira shared a photo to his own Instagram of the couple being lifted up on chairs after their wedding ceremony. He lovingly penned, “Love my other second half”.

Abigail’s wedding gown was positively stunning with off-the-shoulder detailing, a plunging neckline and a tulle cape to match the bottom half of her dress.

Many famous faces headed to the comments to congratulate the pair on tying the knot. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Ira Kunyansky (@richruski)

Orphan actress Isabelle Fuhram wrote, “Congratulations my love”, while Modern Family’s Sarah Hyland said, “GORG”.

Rosario Dawson from Men in Black II penned, “Yayayayayay!! Congratulations!!!”. “You guys!!!!!! Congratulations. So much love to you both!", added We Broke Up actor Tony Cavalero.

Kunyansky got down on one knee in February 2022. The Zombieland actress shared a picture of her ring saying, “I was like, “duh.” #engagedyall”.

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Kate Ferdinand has been opening up about her pregnancy!

The podcaster and author revealed over the weekend that she is expecting another child with her former footballer husband Rio Ferdinand. The wonderful news comes six months after the couple shared that they had experienced a devastating miscarriage.

Earlier this morning, the expectant mum decided to take to Instagram to share her first official bump snap since announcing her third pregnancy with Rio.

“Good morning, bump pictures incoming,” Kate promised. “Thank you so much for all of your lovely messages, we are all just so excited! So happy we’ve shared this with you, I’ve found it hard keeping this one quiet,” she added with a tease.

Alongside her first ‘bumpdate’, Kate also decided to treat her fans to a brief life update on her podcast, Blended.

“Guys, as you may have seen on Instagram, we’ve got some exciting news… we’re expecting another baby!”, the 31-year-old exclaimed on the episode, which was released today.

“We’re going to have five children,” she marvelled before joking, “When I say that out loud, it frightens me!”

Kate then went on to detail that she and Rio decided to tell their other children on Christmas Eve, and delivered the news in their Christmas Eve boxes. However, the news didn’t sink in with their youngest! “Creed doesn’t know what’s going on,” she joked.

In an emotional segment, Kate later opened up about how her heartbreaking miscarriage last year has affected her mindset with her ongoing pregnancy. “I’ve been a bit nervous to share it because of my last miscarriage and it just makes the whole situation a bit more anxious. You’re a little bit more worried and you’re really hoping that it’s going to be okay,” she explained.

“We told our family and friends but there’s still that element of doubt and worry, which I suppose you have throughout your whole pregnancy, but I’ve just been a little bit more cautious,” she noted.

Kate and Rio welcomed their first child together, a son named Cree, in December 2020. Kate is also a stepmum to Rio’s three children – Lorenz (16), Tate (14) and Tia (11) – whom he shared with his late wife Rebecca. 

Congratulations to Kate and Rio on their lovely news!

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Amy Hart has shared a glimpse inside her pre-birth lunch ahead of welcoming her first child into the world. 

The former Love Island star revealed she opted for a pre-birth lunch instead of a baby shower, and enjoyed the day surrounded by close friends and family.

Explaining that she did not want to get ‘showered’ with gifts or play baby-themed games, Amy shared photos from her special day to her 1.1M Instagram followers. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Amy Hart (@amyhartxo)

The pre-birth lunch looked absolutely stunning, complete with a neutral palette comprised of flower displays, beautifully arranged balloons, candles and an ‘Oh Baby’ light-up sign. 

The 30-year-old captioned the post, “‘No gifts…No games….It’s not a baby shower’. What a lovely afternoon! Big thanks to Mum & Rhiannon for planning my Pre Birth Lunch….I thought there was going to be 5 of us”.

“Luckily everyone followed my wishes and didn’t bring a gift so I wasn’t ‘showered’ with anything! Just a lovely lunch to catch up with all my closest friends and family before I give birth!”.

She added, “I’m also handing the reins of any future Amzfest’s over to @rhiannonvaks as she even got resident Amzfest decorators @everylastdetail_x in on the act. My hair was teased by @iamjamesjohnson and my dress is Oh Polly! Feeling very loved and now I’m off to work”.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Amy Hart (@amyhartxo)

Hart looked gorgeous in an orange bodycon off-the-shoulder dress and cream heels, with her blonde locks down and curled. 

A host of famous faces headed to the comments to share how beautiful Amy’s day looked. 

Molly-Mae Hague broke her social media silence by writing, “Beautiful Ames”, amid fans of the Love Island star speculating she had secretly given birth to her first baby with Tommy Fury.

“So gorgeous”, penned former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison. Blogger Francesca Amber said, “Ah I hope you had a lovely day”.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Amy Hart (@amyhartxo)

EastEnders star Tracy-Ann Oberman added, “Aw my friend xxxx”.

Many fans of Amy’s shared their appreciation for the former reality TV star not having a baby shower. One wrote, “Love this Amy, really positive message for the younger generation! Love this idea much more than “baby showers”!!”.

“I love this idea. I’ve never had a baby shower as I don’t like the idea of being showered with gifts either”, added another fan. 

Amy announced she and her boyfriend, Sam, were expecting their first child together back in August and revealed their little one is due to make their arrival in March- how exciting!

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Wedding bells will soon be ringing!

Congratulations are in order for Nicola Thorp as she has announced her engagement to Nikesh Patel. 

The Coronation Street star, know for her role as Nicola Rubinstein on The Cobbles, revealed the exciting news on Instagram that she is set to marry the Indian Summers actor.

Posting two snaps of the couple dressed to the nines, with Nicola in a red dress and Nikesh wearing a bow tie, there was no caption necessary as the photos show the pair pretending to look shocked as Thorp holds up her engagement ring. 

The happy couple are smiling from ear to ear in the second picture as they laugh together, surrounded by balloons in the background. 

The soap star’s engagement ring is absolutely stunning with a green teardrop-shaped emerald surrounded by diamonds, set in a gold band.  

A host famous faces and pals of the acting pair headed to the comments to congratulate the love birds. 

The X Factor host Dermot O’Leary penned, “Hey! The best news. Congrats x”, while Queer Eye star Tan France wrote, “HUGE congrats, Nikesh. So happy for you guys!”.

“Awwww yaaaaaaaay Congratulations!!!”, said Army of Thieves actor Nathalie Emmanuel.

Suspect’s Sacha Dhawan added, “YESSSS HUUUGE congrats to the both of you xx”.

The pair first went public with their relationship in 2021 by sharing photos together on Instagram in October while celebrating Patel’s birthday.

Congratulations again to the happy couple on their wonderful news.

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January is almost over which means we can look forward to a whole new month of great movies and shows landing on Netflix.

The streaming platform has announced a wonderful selection of new and returning movies and TV shows for us to enjoy next month. From much-loved dating shows and rom-coms just in time for Valentines’ Day, to jam-packed action movies and insightful documentaries, there is something for everyone. 

All you have to do is grab all your favourite snacks and check out what great shows and movies will be joining Netflix this February below. 

TV Shows

Gunther's Millions- February 01

A dog with a trust fund isn't the strangest part of this story. Gunther's eccentric handler also lived a luxe life with a cult-like entourage.

Freeridge- February 2 

Four teen friends work to reverse a curse after a peculiar old box seems to bring misfortune and more into their lives.

The Exchange- February 8  

Inspired by real events, two women set out to pioneer the cutthroat stock market of 1980s Kuwait and disrupt its corrupt boys club along the way.

You: Season 4 Part 1- February 9

Starting anew in London, Joe vows to bury the past and be his best self. But on the rocky road to redemption, a new obsession starts to take hold.

Love to Hate You- February 10

For an attorney who despises losing to men and an A-list actor who distrusts women, love means nothing until they're forced to date each other.

Love is Blind: After the Altar Season 3- February 10

Check in with this season's former fiancés, one year since their big decisions to get married or walk away single.

Full Swing- February 15

This immersive documentary series follows a diverse group of professional golfers including Rory McIlroy on and off the course across a relentless season of competition.

A Girl and an Astronaut- February 17

An astronaut's return after a 30-year disappearance rekindles a lost love and sparks interest from a corporation determined to learn why he hasn't aged.

Outer Banks: Season 3- February 23

New adventures take the Pogues to the Caribbean and far beyond as the friends are pulled into a dangerous rival's hunt for a legendary lost city.

Who Were We Running From?- February 24 

Harbouring a painful past, a mother lives like a nameless fugitive with her daughter as they make hotels their home and see everyone else as a threat.

Perfect Match- February 28  

Couples who prove their compatibility gain the power to make or break other matches in this strategic and seductive dating competition.

Movies

True Spirit- February 3  

When Jessica Watson sets out to be the youngest person to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the world, she must overcome her greatest fear as she navigates the world’s most challenging stretches of ocean. Based on a true story.   

10 Days of a Good Man- February 10

A lawyer turned private investigator takes on a missing person case, propelling him on an unexpected and life-altering quest.

Your Place or Mine- February 10 

When best friends and total opposites Debbie (Reese Witherspoon) and Peter (Ashton Kutcher) swap homes for a week, they get a peek into each other's lives that could open the door to love.

In Love All Over Again- February 13 

A celebrity journalist and a down-to-earth teacher find their relationship in rocky waters when a job gets in the way of their new life together.

All the Places- February 14

Two siblings who haven't seen each other in 15 years mend their relationship while fulfilling a childhood dream: a motorcycle road trip through Mexico.

The Strays- February 22

An upper-middle-class woman's perfectly crafted life begins to unravel with the arrival of two shadowy figures in her town.

We Have a Ghost- February 24 

Finding a ghost named Ernest haunting their new home turns Kevin's family into overnight social media sensations. But when Kevin and Ernest go rogue to investigate the mystery of Ernest's past, they become a target of the CIA.

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Aer Lingus has today announced a new brand platform entitled ‘You’re Very Welcome’. The new creative platform, developed with Droga5, marks the first time Aer Lingus has released a brand campaign in over seven years, positioning the brand as a human-centric, modern airline that embodies Irish values.

A momentous new chapter for the airline, the new creative platform will feature a TV ad complimented with an ATL campaign that will run across TV, digital, and social and across the brand’s owned channels from January 27th. The ad takes place on an Airbus A330 aircraft which operates Aer Lingus’ transatlantic schedule. Featuring passengers and cabin crew, the ad delves into the stories of every person on every seat, and the people within Aer Lingus who make the airline what it is. Shining a light on the many ways the airline goes above and beyond what’s expected, the first heart-warming story depicted in the ad is about a caring and patient young girl and her family, and the small but intuitive ways the Aer Lingus cabin crew take care of her. The new tagline “You’re very welcome” is introduced for the first time in the ad – a quintessentially Irish greeting that provides comfort the moment it is heard.

The new brand idea will launch in Ireland in January 2023, and will be rolled out across the entire brand ecosystem, from new routes, sponsorships and more. The platform will also roll out to other markets, including the UK and the US, throughout 2023.

Susanne Carberry, Chief Customer Officer, Aer Lingus said:

“This is the start of our new story. Aer Lingus is an iconic Irish brand, and our ambition is to reach new markets in 2023 through the modernisation of our brand and digital platforms. We believe that Aer Lingus can be differentiated from other airlines due to our determination to put people first, showcasing Irish values both at home and abroad. The personalised care our team is known for, particularly on board, is central to our new brand platform and comes to life in this new ad campaign. Our new brand values will allow us to continue to highlight more human stories of our highly valued customers across all markets globally.”

Jen Speirs, Executive Creative Director – Droga5 Dublin

“We’ve been working with Aer Lingus for over 6 years, and this is one of the most exciting projects we’ve undertaken together. This new brand platform is a real opportunity to double-down on what makes Aer Lingus different to every other airline in the world; they’re simply a more human airline. They see their passengers as people, and use instincts and intuition when it comes to caring for them. That’s why when it came to launching the platform, we wanted to tell a story that showed that one-of-a-kind care. It feels uniquely Irish, progressive and utterly, utterly empathetic. All the things that we look for when we fly, and we’re excited to keep building on this idea.”

For more visit www.aerlingus.com. 

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