A POPULAR ITV drama looks set to end after three series as it’s confirmed its upcoming run will be its final one.

The Dry made its debut in May 2022, produced by the Irish broadcaster RTE, and initially aired on the UK streaming service, BritBox.

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ITV drama The Dry is to end after three series[/caption]

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The Irish drama is currently filming its third and final series[/caption]

However, for its second series, it was quickly moved to ITV amid its popularity.

But now, the comedy-drama set in Dublin will come to a close with its impending third series.

Production on its final episodes is currently underway in Dublin with the show likely to hit screens next year.

The programme’s writer, Nancy Harris, confirmed that there would be no more editions in a statement in which she reflected on the show.

She said: “It has been a true joy to see audiences embrace the Sheridan family in all their dysfunctional glory and I am so grateful to have gotten to tell this story over three seasons.

“The third and final season aims to go deeper than ever before, really getting under the skin of Shiv and the family in a way that we hope is both surprising, funny and (painfully) honest.”

Whilst Nana Hughes, the Head of Scripted Comedy at ITV went on to add: “ITV are absolutely thrilled to be part of the team alongside RTÉ and Element Pictures for the third and final series of The Dry.

“Nancy Harris’ scripts will make you laugh and may well make you cry….I did both just reading the scripts.

“Nancy’s award winning writing delivers more of the chaotic mess that is the Sheridan family.

“I can’t wait to see what Paddy and the cast will bring to the finale of this wonderful show.” 

The programme follows Shiv Sheridan, played by actress Roisin Gallagher, a woman recovering from alcoholism who makes her way back home to Dublin.

At 35 years old, she is fresh off ten years in London trying to be successful as an artist but to no avail.

Her family in Dublin are not very supportive of her sobriety as they are all big drinkers and some even drug-users.

The Dry follows Shiv as she navigates this and how she finds her feet back amongst her family in Dublin.

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The story follows a recovering alcoholic woman in Dublin after 10 years living in London[/caption]

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MOULDY sex dolls and creepy masks have been uncovered inside a murder mansion dubbed the “house from hell” .

Porn magazines and sordid photos were among items discovered at the former brothel in Paignton, Devon, where a man was murdered more than two decades ago.

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Mouldy sex dolls and creepy masks were discovered in the property[/caption]

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Printed images of a blonde girl with groups of men were also uncovered[/caption]

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The ‘murder mansion’ was renowned for hosting wild sex parties[/caption]

Condemned property 3 Keysfield Road – which was renowned for hosting wild sex parties – was dubbed the “house from hell” by neighbours.

Urban explorers found boxes piled high with sordid images of a blonde girl with a group of men at the abandoned Victorian villa.

Kayleigh Coulston and Proving Demons were left in shock at their “freaky” discoveries in the house, including a blow-up doll and horrifying masks.

At several points in the video, they remark to one another that many of the items are not suitable to be shown on YouTube.

In footage posted online, Kayleigh says: “Oh no – it’s a sex doll.

“I did not think we would find that in here. At least she is deflated!

“That is so weird – so freaky. I can just tell we’re going to be in for a field day at this place.

“Already we’ve found a DVD cover which obviously I can’t film and now we’ve found a blow-up naughty doll.

“I’m trying not to film some of it because I can see on the floor there are a lot of dirty articles.

“Unfortunately YouTube will not let me get away with that one.”

They pull out a variety of porn magazines from piles of rubbish on the floors and tables, including a copy of Loaded’s ‘Big Sexy Orgy’ from 2003.

The house – now being turned into 14 flats – was the scene of a gruesome murder in 2000.

Dad-of-three David Maher was killed after he was hit over the head with a monkey wrench by drug dealer Peter Mann in a row over cocaine.

Mann later dumped the body at a nearby dairy depot. He was jailed for life.

The homeowner Angela Claydon, who was the girlfriend of Mann at the time, was also convicted of trying to cover up the crime and helping the killer flee the country.

She was jailed for nine months following the trial in 2002.

The house was closed by cops in 2010 following complaints from neighbours about drug-taking, prostitution and anti-social behaviour.

Residents reported seeing people urinating and defecating in the grounds outside the house.

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Dad-of-three David Maher was killed in the property after he was hit over the head with a monkey wrench[/caption]

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The house – now being turned into 14 flats – was the scene of a gruesome murder[/caption]

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Urban explorers found boxes piled high with sordid images of girls with groups of men[/caption]

It was the first home in Paignton to be the subject of a closure order.

On the same day police were set to put a closure order on the building, firefighters had been called to the property after Peter Heron tried to burn the house down.

The 43-year-old was jailed for 28 months after he used a blowtorch and had the gas turned on in while other tenants were still inside.

In 2017, “rogue landlady” Claydon was also found guilty of allowing the property to be occupied – despite a prohibition order banning people from living there.

Newton Abbot Magistrates’ Court heard that residents and police officers had seen people on the site.

The fire service had entered the property in November 2016 to rescue an occupant, thought to be aged in his 40s, during a fire in which a dog died.

The former multiple-occupancy house has been described by local police as “a blot on the landscape”.

Council planners gave the nod to convert the crime-hit derelict home into flats in 2020.

Work is now underway to breathe new life into the sordid site.

At a planning meeting, Councillor Barbara Lewis said the property had been the source of problems for residents and the development would improve and regenerate the area.

She added: “All the residents of Keysfield Road will be delighted.”

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Council planners gave the nod to convert the crime-hit derelict home into flats in 2020[/caption]

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A HOTEL in China uses endangered red pandas to wake up its guests, allowing the cuddly animals to crawl into their beds.

However, the Lehe Ledu Liangjiang Holiday Hotel, situated in the remote countryside near the southwestern city of Chongqing, has been rapped by the local forestry agency due to animal welfare concerns.

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Guests seem to adore having the loveable animals wake them up in the morning[/caption]

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The hotel’s use of the animals has sparked a debate on social media about the ethical use of the red pandas[/caption]

The hotel draws in the guests by advertising “red panda-themed holidays” where the loveable animals are allowed into rooms as a way of waking people up.

While the publicity has brought in the guests it has also attracted criticism.

Clips on social media show the endangered animals sitting on beds and interacting with the guests, who appear to be delighted to have them in their rooms.

The hotel has drawn the attention of local media with a Chinese magazine featuring the unusual hotel which triggered a discussion on social media about the ethical use of the animals.

In turn, the publicity drew the attention of the local forestry bureau who sent a team of inspectors round to investigate.

A statement issued by the bureau said it had ordered the immediate halt to all “close contact” activities with the red pandas and added it would report back on any further findings.

Brit YouTube stars Ben and Reanne Dridger, from Portsmouth, who update their fans with vlogs of their travels through China, loved their encounter with the red pandas when they visited the hotel in April.

Speaking to the camera, Ben said: “China is the only place in the world where you can have a panda delivered to your room to sit on your bed with you,” before the camera panned to Reanne who was seen hand feeding pieces of apple to the friendly animal.

Reanne then remarked: “That’s so cool,” as the red panda, one of four kept by the hotel, crawled across the bed and sniffed the camera.

Footage has also been posted by Chinese guests on the country’s popular social media site Douyin.

Hotel staff have said how long the creatures stay in a guest’s room “depended on the red panda’s mood that day,” according to a report by China Newsweek.

The Global Times, a communist party newspaper, though has put out a severe warning that the practice could be in breach of animal rights.

The hotel has responded to concerns over the treatment of the red pandas possibly being unhygienic or dangerous to children by saying the animals were all vaccinated and children had to be accompanied by an adult.

Red pandas are currently listed as an endangered species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and estimates say there are less than 10,000 living in the wild.

Despite their name they are not closely related to the larger black and white giant pandas which live in the same region of China.

Red pandas are part of the extended raccoon family.

Before a ban was introduced in 2018, close contact with giant pandas, including photographs with cubs, was common practice.

The Liangjiang Hotel appears to have swerved prosecution due to the fact red pandas are not technically in the giant panda family.

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The hotel has hit back at criticism saying the animals are vaccinated and all children must be supervised by an adult[/caption]

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Red pandas are currently listed as an endangered species by the IUCN and estimates say there are less than 10,000 living in the wild[/caption]

PARENTS are racing to get to their nearest Home Bargains store, eager to nab a travel set that kids will love.

Not only does it contain a cabin bag, a rucksack, a travel pillow and more, but it’s super affordable too.

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Parents are going wild for an affordable travel set that contains a cabin bag, rucksack and more from Home Bargains[/caption]

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There’s three styles to choose from and it’s sure to go down a treat with kids[/caption]

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So if you’re going on a family holiday this summer, you won’t want to miss this[/caption]

So if you’re lucky enough to be jetting abroad any time soon, then you’ve come to the right place and will need to check this out. 

Particularly with the costs of holidays rising, if you’re desperate to find a luggage solution that won’t break the bank, this is just the thing. 

It comes after one savvy shopper was left beaming after browsing the aisles in her local Home Bargains, when she spotted the brand new 5-Piece Kids’ Travel Set on shelves.

Thrilled with her affordable find, Catherine Jacinto Dela Cruz took to social media to alert others to the purse-friendly set, leaving many totally stunned. 

Posting on BARGAIN LOVERS Poundland, Home Bargains, B&M, Primark, The Range & More, a public Facebook group with 852,000 members, Catherine uploaded a snap of her find and beamed: “Kids’ travel set spotted at Home Bargains.” 

Thanks to this epic five-piece set, you’ll get a carry-on bag, a backpack and a lunch bag.

But that’s not all, as it’s also complete with a travel pillow and a zip pouch. 

The carry-on bag and backpacks are perfect for packing your little one’s clothes and holiday essentials.

Meanwhile, the lunch bag will ensure their snacks don’t get squished, while the travel pillow is great for getting some rest on long flights.

And if you’re worried they’ll lose their valuables, the zip pouch is perfect for keeping items safe and secure.  

The Home Bargains set is available in three styles – so if your little one can’t get enough of sharks, rainbows or camo print, you’re sure to find something that’s just right for them. 

It won’t burn a hole in your wallet either, as it’s priced at just £19.99, which we think is a real steal. 

And it’s clear that Facebook users were left beaming with the high-street find, as Catherine’s post has quickly racked up 121 likes and 72 comments.

One person said: “I got one of them for my son and he loved it.” 

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Another added: “That looks good.” 

Meanwhile, a third tagged a friend and commented: “If you see this, let me know.” 

Not only this, but one parent mentioned a loved one and beamed: “I want these for the kids!” 

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