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King Charles III has shared an emotional speech to honour his late mum Queen Elizabeth II on the first anniversary of her passing. 

The Queen died one year ago on September 8 in Balmoral Castle at the age of 96.

Her passing came just months after the Platinum Jubilee which celebrated 70 years on the throne. 

To mark the one-year anniversary of her death, King Charles released a moving statement about his mum, describing her as ‘devoted’.

Sharing the speech to The Royal Family’s social media pages, the tribute reads, “In marking the first anniversary of Her late Majesty’s death and my Accession, we recall with great affection her long life, devoted service and all she meant to so many of us”.

“I am deeply grateful, too, for the love and support that has been shown to my wife and myself during this year as we do our utmost to be of service to you all”.

William and Kate, the Prince and Princess of Wales, also honoured Queen Elizabeth by posting a collection of photos of her, including some with her grandchildren, to Instagram. 

Their joint statement says, “Today we remember the extraordinary life and legacy of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth. We all miss you. W & C”.

The Prime Minister of the UK, Rishi Sunak, shared a message for the late Queen, and reminisced on fond memories he had with her. 

He wrote, “Today, on the solemn anniversary of the passing of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, our thoughts are with His Majesty King Charles III and the whole Royal Family. With the perspective of a year, the scale of Her Late Majesty's service only seems greater”.

“Her devotion to the nations of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth only seems deeper. And our gratitude for such an extraordinary life of duty and dedication, only continues to grow”.

“I treasure my memories of those occasions when I met Her Late Majesty, in particular the private audience I had with her at Buckingham Palace before presenting my first Budget as Chancellor. I was struck by her wisdom, by her incredible warmth and grace, but also her sharp wit”.

Sunak continued, “People across the UK – whether they had the good fortune to meet Her Late Majesty or not – will be reflecting today on what she meant to them and the example she set for us all. We will cherish those memories”.

“The bond between country and monarch is sacred. It endures. So, while we continue to mourn Her Late Majesty’s passing, we should be proud that this remarkable legacy of service – and this remarkable bond – continues to grow today under the reign of His Majesty The King”.

To mark the Ascension of King Charles, bells will be rung at Westminster Abbey, a 62-gun salute will be fired by the Tower of London, and a 41-gun salute will be fired in Hyde Park today.

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The name of Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s second child has finally been revealed!

Almost three weeks ago, it was reported that the Diamonds singer and the Praise The Lord rapper had welcomed another baby boy together in early August.

At the time, sources reported to TMZ that the couple had chosen to give their newborn a name beginning with ‘R’, to match their firstborn child RZA Athelston.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Now, one month on, we finally have the birth date and name choice for Rihanna’s newest addition!

According to a birth certificate obtained by publication The Blast, the 35-year-old gave birth to a baby boy on August 1, 2023, at 7:41am, at Cedar Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles.

The certificate also went on to confirm that the proud parents have named their son Riot Rose Mayers. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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However, fans might have to wait a while to catch a glimpse of Rihanna’s new bundle of joy, as she previously waited seven months before sharing the first image of her son RZA.

In the meantime, the fanbase of the We Found Love hitmaker has taken to social media to share their opinions on the name reveal.

“Stop playing with them riot,” one fan teased, referring to a lyric from A$AP Rocky’s recent hit song RIOT (Rowdy Pipe'n).

“Riot is sooooooooo cute,” another approved.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Rihanna initially announced her pregnancy on February 12, when she headlined the Super Bowl halftime show. The exciting news came just nine months after she welcomed her first child RZA.

At the beginning of her electric performance, the Grammy-award winner opened up her costume jacket to reveal her growing baby bump,

A few months later, Rihanna attended the Met Gala with A$AP Rocky on May 1, and chose to open up about her pregnancy with her second child.

“It's so different from the first one. No cravings. Tons of nausea. Everything's different, but I'm enjoying it,” she exclaimed to Entertainment Tonight at the time.

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Laura Anderson is now a mum!

The former Love Island contestant, who was a runner-up in the show’s series in 2018, has announced the birth of her first child.

Laura has welcomed a beautiful baby girl, who she will co-parent with her ex Gary Lucy.

Laura took to social media to confirm the wonderful news of her daughter’s arrival. The 34-year-old decided to share a heartwarming video montage of herself and Gary with their little girl, including everything from her birth to her first few days at home.

“Hi everyone, my name is Bonnie Rose Lucy Anderson,” Laura penned on behalf of her daughter, before confirming: “I was born 02/09/23 at 06.03am and weighed 6.10lbs.”

“My Mummy & Daddy are sooooo happy and in love with me, this is our first week together,” Laura continued to gush.

The reality star then hinted that her labour was a complex one, writing: “I’m sorry it’s taken me some time to introduce myself, I hurt my mummy a little bit and scared my daddy too (oops) we’re all now recovering well at home.”

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At the end of her caption, Laura issued a plea, which read: “Please don’t question My Mummy & Daddy on their relationship- This.. is all about me.”

Many of Laura’s Love Island 2018 co-stars have since congratulated her on Bonnie’s arrival.

“Love her so much,” replied Kaz Crossley.

“Congratulations girl! Bonnie is such a beautiful name, she’s perfect!!” added Megan Barton Hanson.

Laura and Gary entered into a relationship during filming for Celebs Go Dating last year. On February 15, Laura announced that she was expecting her first child with Gary. 

Although her video announcement featured the Hollyoaks actor, Gary stated later that day that he and Laura were no longer together.

Laura has since insisted that the pair will “definitely not” rekindle, and also confirmed in an Instagram Q&A that their pregnancy was “planned and worked first time”.

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More than one in two women are concerned about a lack of radiance and signs of fatigue. Not getting enough sleep, pollution particles and the accumulation of dead cells, impurities and toxins on the surface of the skin can all affect your skin tone and texture on a daily basis.

To help combat this, Clarins Research, an expert in skincare since 1954, has combined its latest plant and scientific discoveries to help optimise cell renewal and boost radiance. In 2022, the Instant Beauty range brings together three complementary products to make your skin glow: Beauty Flash Balm with its new formula, Beauty Flash Peel & Resculpting Flash Roller, which can be used together or separately.

Today, Clarins Research goes even further in its quest for radiance and has developed an expert solution to complete this trio: Beauty Flash Cure.

This Clarins innovation reveals yet another facet of radiance, with a face ampoule that is ultra-concentrated in pure vitamin C and enhances the Instant Beauty range to boost its benefits: signs of fatigue are reduced and the skin appears more luminous, smoother and less dull.  Are you ready to feel truly radiant?

Beauty Flash Cure is the new expert treatment with an ampoule that is ultra-concentrated in vitamin C for enhanced radiance.

Did you know?

Ampoule treatments can be used to boost the results of your face care routine and improve the appearance of your skin when it needs a boost. These highly concentrated intensive treatments are applied to the skin over a short period of time and infuse it with their powerful, ultra-beneficial ingredients. They usually address specific issues at any given time when the skin is under strain, such as from stress and fatigue, seasonal changes, after sun exposure or before a special occasion.

A complex with a high concentration of vitamin C: 15%

With its multiple benefits, vitamin C is a world-renowned superstar of vitamins. As well as being a true antioxidant and targeting dark spots, it is also known for boosting radiance and brightening up even the dullest of complexions. 

To completely restore radiance, Beauty Flash Cure combines:

  • 10% pure vitamin C in stabilised and isolated powder for fully preserved power.
  • 5% of a highly concentrated vitamin C derivative in a water-based serum, a Clarins first.

Pure vitamin C is particularly powerful, but it is also very unstable: when it comes into contact with light, heat and oxygen, it loses its effectiveness. Thanks to the fresh-mix bottle, a technical masterpiece from Clarins Laboratories, it remains isolated. It only mixes with the vitamin C derivative upon application, forming a new, freshly activated vitamin C complex capable of instantly reviving the skin’s radiance with lasting results. Skin is more beautiful, more luminous and more radiant.

The power of plants

Although free radicals are naturally produced by the human body, our modern lifestyle also exposes us to them every day through the form of UV rays, pollution, stress, etc. And when there are too many free radicals, the body is no longer able to defend itself. This is known as oxidative stress, which causes a dull complexion. 

To defend and protect the skin from the damaging effects of free radicals, Clarins has enriched Beauty Flash Cure with two plant extracts that are rich in antioxidants: rose-myrtle and acerola.  They help the skin to fight against oxidative stress and regain a more radiant complexion.

Acerola Seed Extract

Acerola (also known as “wild cherry”) is known for its high concentration of vitamin C, which makes it a very effective natural radiance booster.

Rose-Myrtle Extract

Originating from China, rose-myrtle is valued throughout the world for its antioxidant properties and the beauty of its flowers.

The trial results are impressive

This Beauty Flash Cure ampoule is applied every day, morning and evening, as a treatment for 7 days.  The complexion will appear more luminous, smoother and more even.

Instantly

  • 81% of women found their skin to be more radiant.
  • 92% of women said the product was gentle on their skin
  • 81% of women said it was a quick and effective solution for the skin’s needs

After 7 Days

  • Women found their skin to be more radiant by +34%

After 7 Days (1 Ampoule)

  • 90% of women said the quality of their skin had improved
  • 89% of women found their skin to be smoother

What makes it so unique:

  • A fluid texture for perfect sensoriality.
  • Optimal tolerance.
  • Fast-absorbing and non-drying.
  • Precise formula and smart bottle for easy application.
  • Fragrance-free, dye-free and alcohol-free.
  • Cardboard packaging from sustainably managed forests.

Where can you buy?

‘Beauty Flash Fresh Ampoule Vitamin C’ has a RRP €42 and is available at Clarins Boutique & Spa on Wicklow Street, Clarins stockists nationwide and on Clarins.ie.

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Finding a foundation that checks all the boxes can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack, with people wanting something that’s both lightweight and has full coverage. There are a multitude of options on the high street – from a full glam mattifying finish to a more natural dewy look.  However, a great foundation doesn’t just help you achieve a great makeup look, it also needs to protect your skin from external aggressors such as extreme weather and over exposure to the sun.

Re-introducing Max Factor’s FaceFinity All Day Flawless 3-in-1 Foundation, a cult classic that has been loved for years by everyone. It acts as a primer for a smooth application, a concealer which blurs imperfections and a foundation for a flawless look. Perfect for those looking to minimise their morning beauty routines and maximise time for themselves. And if it couldn’t get any better, the fan-favourite product is having a renovation to now include new climate proof protection technology. From the pollution that is unavoidable in big cities, to blue-light from our laptops and smartphones and the harsh rays of the everyday sun, its technology protects skin from external threats to beauty faced daily.

With SPF 20 protection against UVA/UVB rays, pollution and blue-light, Facefinity All Day Flawless 3-in-1 Foundation truly is the perfect product to shield skin from those exterior threats to beauty. It’s also designed to control shine, with a mattifying effect, enabling consumers to wear it all-day, with minimal fuss.

With 28 shades to choose from this easy to apply foundation is tailored to a diverse range of complexions, hues, and skin types with stunning shades from Fair Porcelain to Cocoa. The coverage is medium yet buildable meaning you can tailor the amount of coverage achieved to create your desired look with a flawless finish that looks fresh all day! The unique formula has flexi-hold technology which allows the formula to move with skin, making it the perfect, easy, everyday foundation.

Suitable for any occasion, whether that’s the hustle and bustle of a 9-5, a quick pick me up before the school run or a glam night out, Max Factor has you covered with its up to 30-hour, breathable formula – a foundation that only stops when you do.

Max Factor’s Facefinity All Day Flawless 3 in 1 foundation is suitable for all skin types including sensitive. It is also non-comedogenic so it will not clog pores. It has an RRP of €15.99 / £13.99 and is available from all good pharmacies nationwide. 

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Summer may be ending, but Marks and Spencer's partnership with Sienna Miller for their Anything but Ordinary collection is a match made in heaven. The new brand ambassador, Sienna, has clearly infused her cool girl style into these timeless designs, ensuring they remain fashionable year after year. Sienna expressed her genuine love for Marks & Spencer, an iconic brand deeply woven into British life.

The collection offers everything you need to turn heads as autumn approaches, from tailored separates to cosy knits and stylish coats. With a range that includes wide-leg trousers, satin maxi skirts, chunky trainers, and bold colours like highlighter yellow, it's not just wearable but also fashion-forward.  The checked overcoat, with its structured design and oversized collar, is set to become an autumn staple.

Whether cinched at the waist or worn casually, it offers versatile styling options.

We love this partnership – the clothes, styling and campaign are second to none.  Even the TV ad plays out to the irreverent, rebellious soundtrack of “Boys Wanna Be Her” by Peaches.  Simply perfect.

The collection, available online and in stores, reflects a perfect blend of M&S style and Sienna's fashion influence.

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Rylan Clark has shared an update on his mum Linda’s health. 

The news comes after the radio presenter revealed his mum had to undergo emergency surgery while they were on holiday together following a ‘bad fall’.

Now, Rylan has taken to social media to share the good news that his mum is on her way home after her operation went well. 

The 34-year-old posted snaps of Linda being brought onto a private plane while she is laying down in a hospital trolley to his 1.7M Instagram followers.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Rylan captioned the post, “She might have broke an arm and a leg but she’s cost me an arm and a leg! LINDAS COMING HOME!!”.

“Massive thank you to the amazing team and surgeons at @helicopterossanitarios . Thanks for looking after my mum x”.

Many fans and famous faces alike headed to the comments to share their joy that Linda was going back home.

TV presenter Ruth Langsford penned, “Fantastic news! Safe journey home”.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“Such a good son!”, said singer Nadine Cole, while Olympian Sam Quek added, “Great news. Safe journey”.

When revealing the incident on social media last week, the Big Brother star explained, “So unfortunately I took my mum away on her first holiday in a good few years and sadly she's had quite a bad fall, resulting in her having to have surgery out here”.

“She's not in the best health with her other conditions and this has made it more complicated”, he went on to say while mentioning his mum's Crohn's Disease. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“My priority at the moment is my mum. Cheers scott for covering me at radio 2 and Thanks to the people out here that have sent their well wishes”.

He then added, “Praying for a successful surgery and a quick recovery. Will update you on mummy Linda as and when I can x”.

After Linda had her surgery Rylan revealed, “Mum is out of surgery. All went well. Asked me if she can still have a new driveway…. She’s deffo come round. Thanks for all your lovely messages”, alongside a snap of the 71-year-old in hospital.

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Attention– Charlie Puth is getting married!

Congratulations are in order for Charlie and his now-fiancée Brooke Sansone as they are engaged! 

The We Don’t Talk Anymore singer popped the big question to Brooke while they were in New York. 

Charlie revealed he’s the ‘happiest version of himself’ since Brooke agreed to marry him. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Sharing the wonderful news to his 17.8M Instagram followers, Puth posted snaps of him and his wife-to-be posing in a Brooklyn restaurant with her stunning engagement ring on display.

Another picture shows the lovebirds having a Lady and the Tramp moment as they tucked into a slice of pizza together.  

A close-up snap of the gorgeous ring showcases that the dazzling rock is tear-shaped.

The 31-year-old captioned the sweet post, “I flew to New York to ask my best friend to marry me, and she said yes”.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“I am the happiest, best version of myself and it is all because of you Brookie. I love you endlessly forever and ever and ever”.

Many of Charlie’s fans headed to the comments to congratulate him and Brooke on their exciting news. 

One fan wrote, “Awww! Soo happy for you Charlie”.

“Congratulations for the best singer ever”, commented a second fan. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Another added. “Omg I'm so happy and absolutely crying to see my idol getting married”.

Charlie and Brooke went ‘Instagram official’ with their relationship in December 2022, when celebrating Puth’s 21st birthday.  

When speaking about his relationship last year on The Howard Stern Show, the Light Switch singer revealed how he met Brooke.

He explained, “[She’s] someone that I grew up with… As my life gets more turbulent and I travel everywhere, it’s really nice to have someone close to you that you’ve known for a very long time”.

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Love Is Blind fans, we have some great news for you!

Netflix has finally shared a first look at the fifth season of its popular reality show.

Ahead of its premiere on September 22, the streaming giant has launched the first official trailer for Love Is Blind season five.

You can watch the trailer below:

While we do not yet know who this season’s primary couples will be, the brief trailer already promises an abundance of romance, drama, love triangles and tension.

“When you love somebody, you don’t just leave without telling them anything,” one male contestant sighs during the trailer.

During another tense moment, a female Love Is Blind star promises: “No matter what, you fight for each other.”

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The trailer also confirms the return of co-hosts (and real-life married couple) Nick Lachey and Vanessa Lachey, as they give singletons the chance to find love, sight unseen.

For those who are unfamiliar with the concept of Love Is Blind, a group of single men and women are separated by pods in which they cannot see each other. Using only their voices, they embark on multiple (and literal) blind dates in the hopes of falling in love and getting engaged.

Typically, the season will then continue to follow five engaged couples outside of the pods, as they return to normal life and try to mould together the most important aspects of their lives, including family, friends, careers, finances and living spaces.

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One month after getting engaged, each couple will then walk down the aisle and will inevitably answer the show’s big question – is love blind?

We can’t wait to find out how this season’s couples fare in their quest for happiness!

The first four episodes of Love Is Blind season five will arrive on Netflix on Friday, September 22. The remaining six episodes will continue to drop weekly over the following three weeks.

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One of Gogglebox’s original stars has announced that he has left the show.

Brighton hairdresser Stephen Webb and his husband Daniel have revealed that they will no longer be appearing on the hit Channel 4 series.

While Daniel only joined the Gogglebox cast in 2019, Stephen had become a beloved fan favourite since his appearance on the show’s very first episode in 2013.

Ahead of Gogglebox’s return to screens tomorrow night, the couple chose to take to Instagram earlier today to announce the heartbreaking news to fans.

Firstly, they released a written statement, which read: “After careful consideration, Daniel and I have decided we will not be returning for the new series of Gogglebox. We feel the time is right to move on and explore other opportunities.”

Stephen and Daniel added: “We would both like to thank Channel 4 and Studio Lambert for letting us be part of this amazing, funny and heartwarming show. We are also extremely thankful to the cast and crew, our Gogglebox family as we call them and of course the fans, thank you for all of your love & support over the years.”

Following on from their written message, the stars also recorded a video message in dedication to Gogglebox viewers.

“We thought we'd put out this little video especially for the fans of the show just to say thank you for all your love and support over the years. It really has meant a lot,” Stephen praised.

"And we just wanted to do this video to say thank you to you guys – and if you do get withdrawal symptoms, we are available on Netflix!" he added teasingly. 

Many of Gogglebox’s stars have since taken to social media to share their reactions.

“Gonna miss you both,” replied Izzi Warner, who appears with her sister Ellie.

“Aww that's upset me and shirley, to think your finishing but we all take different paths you both take care lots of love xxx,” added Dave Griffiths, who stars alongside his wife Shirley.

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Janette Manrara has shared an adorable update on her first day back at work!

The former Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer welcomed her first child, Lyra Rose, into the world in July with her husband, Aljaž Škorjanec.

Now, six weeks on from the birth of her daughter, Janette has returned to her presenting role on BBC One’s Morning Live.

However, despite having to leave her baby girl at home for the first time, Janette revealed that she still had a special connection to Lyra while on air!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Taking to Instagram earlier today, the 39-year-old posted a heartwarming snap of new dad Aljaž showing Janette on TV to baby Lyra.

“It was so nice to be back on @bbcmorninglive today w/ @gethincjones and the whole gang! But what made it extra special, is that Lyra got to watch her Mami doing her thing at work for the first time w/ her cousins Zala and Tisa,” Janette gushed in the caption of her post.

“So special to know that they were all watching together at home! This photo melted my heart. I cannot wait to cuddle her all day now!” she exclaimed further.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Janette concluded her post by paying tribute to other mums who leave their children at home to go out and work.

“To all the working moms out there…. You’re incredible and we’ve got this,” she promised.

Yesterday evening, Janette confirmed that she has had a brief return to her co-hosting duties for Strictly’s companion show It Takes Two.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“I got glammed up for the It Takes Two photoshoot,” the new mum teased, as she joined forces with her new co-host, Fleur East.

The former Strictly pro concluded her chat by sharing a few behind-the-scenes tidbits.

“I got to see all of the couples dancing a little bit today while I was in the studio, and they look really good already. So, I think we’re in for a really good year. Every year we think, ‘How is it going to get better?’, but it does!” she praised.

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Introducing the Alprolicious Café, A Breakfast Bar Pop-up to help you own the AM and make every day Alprolicious by having breakfast your way!

Alpro, which has long been a leader in the plant-based revolution are excited to announce the launch of their Alprolicious Café, a pop-up Breakfast Bar which is opening this Thursday the 7th of September.

Open to the public from Thursday afternoon, the pop-up will be serving a free and delicious breakfast from Alpro alongside your favourite coffee. Attendees can experience a breakfast bar packed with Alpro drinks and plant-based alternatives to yogurts, fresh fruit, granola, cereal, plus The Dublin Barista School will be on-hand for any coffee you want. There will also be some tasty treats available made especially for the pop-up from chefs Lili Forberg and Erica Drum.

The pop-up is all about promoting Alpro’s range of delicious and tasty products whilst also empowering consumers to have breakfast their way all day and no matter how you breakfast, Alpro is there to support you.

Stuck in the same routine, day in day out, over a third (34%) of Irish people say they have fallen into bad breakfast habits they simply can’t break away from, with adults eating the same morning meal an average of four days a week – that’s 203 times a year!

But the country has grown tired of starting their mornings the wrong way – with oversleeping (23%), worrying about the day ahead (21%) and skipping breakfast (21%) named as the top morning missteps adults make. So, it’s no surprise 42% of adults want to switch up their morning routine.

Luckily, it seems turning the day on its head can be down to making simple changes, as adults agree tasty, nutritious breakfast options (28%) and not rushing around (27%) are the leading ways they can shake up their normal morning or breakfast routine.

To show people how to own the day, Alpro is hosting a pop-up Breakfast Bar this September for one weekend which will offer a range of delicious and tasty options. The Breakfast Bar is all about empowering consumers to have breakfast their way and to help people understand that however they breakfast, Alpro has delicious products available to start the day in a positive way.

Gillian Furey at Alpro said: “However you breakfast, getting off to the wrong start – whether that’s eating the same mundane breakfast, or consuming negative content online – impacts both our morning, and ability for us to be our best selves from that point on. Switching up your routine and starting the day right with a tasty breakfast and whatever makes you happy can set you up to be your best version of you.”

The pop-up is launching in 56-58 Drury St, Dublin, D02 HT29 on the 7th of September and will be open until Sunday the 10th of September for anyone who is looking for a delicious breakfast throughout their day.

FULL DETAILS:

What:

The Alpro Breakfast Bar Pop-Up

When:

2pm – 8pm Thursday 7th September 2023

8am – 8pm Friday 8th September 2023

9.00am – 6.00pm on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th 2023

Where:

56-58 Drury St, Dublin, D02 HT29

For more information about Alpro, visit www.alpro.com/ie.

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