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Penneys selling must-have denim mini dress in two different colours that’s perfect for warm weather – and only €20

PENNEY’S fans are rushing to buy the latest chic look in stores that comes in two different colours and is perfect for concert season.

The new Denim mini dress is now available for just €20.

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Get this must have summer look for just €20[/caption]
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The new denim mini dress from Penneys is the perfect festival fit[/caption]

With a heatwave on the way this week, the retailer has all the best buys to keep you cool and stylish.

Dance away in the fields of Stradbally or rock out at Malahide Castle in the latest look from Penneys.

The new denim mini dress is just €20 and is the perfect festival fit.

As the weather gets warmer, let your style get cooler in either the light or mid blue colour.

Complete your warm weather collection as you pair this dress with combat boots, a cross body bag and some funky shades – perfect for Electric Picnic.

Or get a more chilled day to day vibe with this trendy look when styled with an oversized shirt and low top trainers.

Penneys bosses said: “The rounded neckline is super chic and gives it an elevated look and feel, while the seam detailing adds structure.

“Stretchy for added comfort, it’s finished with a central zip closure to the back that makes it easy to put on and take off.

“Team it with your fave flat sandals and get set to soak up the rays in style”.

All sizes are available online starting from six and going up to a 20.

Meanwhile, other fashion fans are loving the new dreamy dress in stores that is a must-have this summer.

The new puff sleeve maxi dress is no exception to the rule at only €30.

Pick between the green or white to stand out this summer.

Sizes range from six up tp 20, so everyone can be chic this summer.

Penneys said: “Soft details and a solid green finish make this maxi dress an effortless choice.

“The V-neckline and gathered detailing at the bust and waist create a gentle shape, while short puff sleeves with elasticated cuffs add a touch of volume.

“Pair it with your favourite accessories and some sandals or low top trainers depending on your plans.”

Both styles are available in select stores around the country.

Penneys department store entrance on O'Connell Street, Dublin.
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THE HISTORY OF PENNEYS

THE Penneys brand grew from humble beginnings on Dublin's Mary Street, where it opened its first store in 1969.

Known as Primark outside Ireland, the company was the brainchild of Garfield Weston, who hired Dubliner Arthur Ryan to make his vision reality.

Penneys branched into the UK in 1973 with its first store opening in Derby. The UK now has 191 Primark stores in total.

However, the Penneys name could not travel to Britain as the American retailer JC Penney had the right to use the name in the region.

And in 2006, the expansion into Europe began with an opening in Spain, followed by the Netherlands, Portugal, Germany, Belgium, Austria, France and Italy.

Primark went Stateside for the first time in September 2015, with the opening of a store in Boston. There are now 27 stores in America with branches in Florida, Brooklyn, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

The retailer’s opened its largest store in Birmingham in 2019.

It spans five floors and features Primark’s biggest beauty studio to date, a barbers and three restaurants.

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Bumblebee 1000’s Talladega Nights roadtrip raises €231,458 for Little Blue Heroes charity

Collage of supercars and children at the Bumblebee 1000 event.

BUMBLEBEE 1000 came, we saw, and we conquered, plus we raised €231,458 for the Little Blue Heroes charity.

Our latest supercar roadtrip, Talladega Nights, took place over the weekend and this was our biggest event to date with over 100 vehicles taking part.

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RED ALERT: The LaFerrari was a very rare sight on Irish roads so as you can imagine this €3m hypercar was a massive hit with spectators
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THE FAST AND THE LUXURIOUS: Audi R8 V10 arriving with a beautiful Rolls Royce Cullinan following closely behind
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FLAME THROWER: This 1,100bhp Nissan R35 GT-R shoots massive flamse for fun
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On the start line at Barberstown Castle we had one of the fastest and most expensive hypercars in the world — a 1,600bhp Bugatti Chiron Super Sport 300+.

This Bugatti, worth over €5million, is a limited-edition variant of the Chiron that has an incredible top speed of 490.484kph.

And taking part in the full roadtrip was a 950bhp LaFerrari, one of only 499 in the world, that’s powered by a 6.3-litre V12 and uses F1-derived tech.

It was a sight to behold to see this stunning red €3m hypercar cruising the streets of Ireland alongside other beautiful Ferraris like the SF90, the 296 GTB, the F8 and the 458.

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NOT SO MELLOW YELLOW: Two amazing Lamborghini Aventadors and the one in the foreground is a super rare SVJ model
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Rear view of a silver McLaren 765LT.
GO AHEAD, MAC MY DAY: Stunning McLaren 765 LT, its twin-turbo V8 produces 765bhp, making it the most powerful LT ever made
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THERE’S THE STIG: Irish Sun Motoring Editor Darren Liggett – AKA The Ligg
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As always Bumblebee 1000 events raise money for the incredible Little Blue Heroes.

It is voluntarily led by Garda members, provides vital support to the families of sick kids in Ireland and now Bumblebee 1000 has raised over €840,107 for this incredible charity.

I joined the action in a 727bhp M5 super saloon thanks to my friends at BMW Ireland and was dressed as the Irish Sun’s tamed Motoring Editor The Ligg.

But if I had a euro for every time someone commented, ‘There’s The Stig’ as I drove by, I would have easily covered my fuel bill for the weekend.

And it’s always fun at all the fuel stops to take selfies with all the spectators and all the wonderful Little Blue Heroes I meet along the way.

Part of our three-day road trip took us through the stunning scenery of the Ring of Kerry.

The hills were literally alive with the sound of supercars, and to see and hear over 100 of them roar down through Moll’s Gap in sunshine was breathtaking.

And I’m sure the thousands who turned out to see their favourite cars were blown away with the sheer amount of rare machines like the limited edition Lamborghini Aventador SVJ 63.

It’s so rare there are only 63 of them made, and the amazing silver model on the trip was also right-hand drive — only a handful of them are in existence.

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MOUNTAIN MADNESS: On Saturday the hills were alive to the sound of supercars as Bumblebee took on the Ring of Kerry and stunning scenery through Moll’s Gap
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BEEM MACHINES: BMWs were out in force with M3s, M4s including a rare M4 CS model, pictured above, and at least nine M5s
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Lamborghini Aventador 63.
THE MAGIC NUMBERS; Stunning Lamborghini Aventador 63 is one of only 63 in the world
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The finish lines on a Bumblebee 1000 road trip always draw the biggest crowds and on Friday at the Neil Armstrong Way in Kerry the turnout was incredible.

While on Saturday at the Lewis Road Car Park in Killarney, the whole town turned out to see us arrive and join in the party atmosphere.

But we saved the best to last as on Sunday when we pulled into the Portlaoise Plaza it was packed with spectators who got to see the finest collection of supercars ever in Ireland at one time.

​For more info head over to bumblebee1000.ie or find them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok.

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GK Barry reveals reason I’m A Celeb cast no longer speak seven months after show – and Maura and Danny’s drunken kiss

I’M A Celeb star GK Barry has split the tea on her relationship with her former campmates – and who she’s still in contact with.

Speaking on The Katie Price podcast, the GK told the former glamour model how the group has disintegrated – just seven months after forming a jungle bond.

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The I’m A Celeb cast of 2024 are no longer in contact with each other[/caption]
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GK Barry starred on the ITV show in series 24 last December[/caption]

TV star Katie inquired if she still communicated with her 2024 camp buddies.

The 47-year-old asked: “Have you kept in contact, because this is another thing, when I’ve done Big Brother and all of that, you’re like, Yeah, I’ll stay in contact…

“But you know the ones you’ll stay in contact with and some you just know… in the beginning you text and then…”

GK admitted: “We had a group chat. It has died down slightly as you can imagine, it’s died down.”

She added: “But I still keep in contact with the Rev [Richard Coles] – and Dean [McCullough] I still keep in contact with a little bit, but mainly the Rev and Melvin [Odoom].” 

The 25-year-old concluded: “I keep in contact with Melvin quite a lot.”

The internet personality entered the I’m A Celeb Jungle last year and quickly became a fan favourite and ended up placing fifth.

Following her TV stint she went on to make multiple appearances on daytime TV show Loose Women.

Back in April, the group was still active and radio star Dean lifted the lid on what went on in the cast’s infamous WhatsApp thread.

Before the group fell apart, he said: “No, no one’s left. Everyone’s in it. Everyone’s chatting away.

“I just love it because you’ll just wake up one morning, and there’ll just be a picture of Coleen [Rooney] on the school run with the kids, or Richard the other day sent us a picture of him at 10 o’clock in the morning in full fancy dress.

“He was dressed as a nun. Everyone’s in it, of course, and excited to meet up again.”

While love is in bloom for GK and her footballer girlfriend Ella Rutherford, McFly star Danny‘s marriage to his wife Georgia has been rocked since appearing on the show.

Singer Danny, 39, has been trying to move on from the fall out from his “drunken kiss” with Maura Higgins, 34, at the Brit Awards.

The pair starred alongside GK in the 2024 series of I’m A Celeb.

Wife and podcaster Georgia – who briefly moved out of the family home following the kiss scandal – was reportedly “furious” at the way the Star Girl singer had handled the aftermath of the scandal.

A few of the campmates are set to be working together soon, which could make things very awkward for Maura and Danny.

Georgia broke her silence on social media after three months on from the kiss and posted her first photo of her husband in a Father’s Day tribute.

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Dunnes Stores to sell new bikini perfect for hot weather with secret trick to save on luggage space – from just €6

DUNNES Stores is selling a cute new triangle bikini set that has a secret trick to save you on luggage space this summer.

The Irish retailer has a huge range of swimwear in stores now.

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The new triangle bikini top from Dunnes Stores is just €8[/caption]
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Switch up between a stunning pink or orange depending on your mood as this item offers two style in one[/caption]

From towels for the pool to date night dresses, Dunnes Stores has all you need for summer.

The new triangle bikini top from Dunnes Stores is just €8 and it is a must-have to save you space in your suitcase.

Designed with a reversible feature, this bikini top offers two vibrant colours in one.

Switch up between a stunning pink or orange depending on your mood as this item offers two styles in one.

Dunnes Stores have said: “A delicate charm detail adds a playful touch, while the adjustable tie-back ensures a comfortable fit.”

Set the look with the matching bottoms for as little as €6.

These bikini briefs also offer two different outfits in one as they are finished with a tie side detail.

Shoppers can get this suitcase saver this summer in sizes ranging from six up to 18.

But fans will need to be quick as there are only a handful of sizes left on the company’s website.

Run, don’t walk to Dunnes as these items are both available online and in stores.

Pair your new bikini set with the latest beach-day item from Dunnes Stores.

The new skirt cover up is just €20 and a must have in your suitcase.

Made from pure cotton, this easy skirt has a front that opens at each side, giving it a breezy feel – perfect for those hot temperatures.

It comes in a variety of sizes starting from XS going up to XL.

The stunning white colour is perfect for matching with any style, pattern or colour.

Pair with the reversible bikini top or any swimsuit for a chic beach look to take you from the pool to pints.

Or pair the look with combat boots and sequin cami top for a stunning festival fit.

This versatile look is available online and in select stores.

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The large retailer has been killing the game with their latest summer items
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Why police were called to first Dunnes Stores opening

BETWEEN the weekly food shops and bargain fashion - Dunnes Stores is a staple retailer in Irish households.

But this wasn’t always the case, and when the initial branch of the shop opened its doors in 1944 it caused quite the stir 

On March 31 of the year, Ben Dunne opened the first ever Dunnes Stores on St Patrick’s Street in Co Cork

Locals quickly learned of the grand opening and flooded into the store in what the retailer’s archives recall as a “shopping frenzy.”

The bargain clothing on sale inside the new store at “pre-war prices” was one of the factors cited for the buzz. 

During the chaos a window was forced in and Gardai were called to the scene. 

Cops worked to deal with the eager crowds and keep shoppers calm and safe before they made it into the store for their first Dunnes experience.

Fast forward some 80 years, the business now employs over 18,000 people and although an opening of a Dunnes branch hasn’t caused quite as much stir since the very first one, it has cemented its place as one of the nation’s leading retailers

Dunnes Stores now has 138 stores across Europe:

  • 118 in the Republic of Ireland,
  • 15 in Northern Ireland
  • Five stores in Spain

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Padraig Harrington loving Dublin heatwave as Irish golf icon shares garden photo fans label ‘adorable’

THANKFULLY, the phrase “a dog’s life” has the opposite meaning in the case of Padraig Harrington’s pet Rio.

The Irish golf legend routinely shares pics of him spoiling Rio and older companion Setanta.

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The latest instance of this showcased Rio savouring the sunshine while lounging on a comfy wicker chair.

Rio looking the picture of contentment prompted a tonne of comments who were similarly beaming about it.

Julie McCarthy hailed: “He is adorable!” Meanwhile, Patrick McEntee added: “Good boy greetings from Bethpage” (the setting for September’s Ryder Cup in New York).

Mark Kru branded Rio a “beautiful puppy” while Denis McDonald laughed: “Padraig your dogs have some life haha.”

All of Ireland is set to bask in sizzling temperatures this week as forecasters have predicted a 29C heat blast to hit in some areas.

And the scorcher will leave Ireland hotter than Canary Islands, with the holiday hotspot only enjoying heat in the low 20s.

Today “very warm sunshine” is set to hit with 26C expected in some areas across the country today.

Meteorologist Cathal Nolan from Ireland’s Weather Channel revealed we will experience a “very warm or hot weather” until Sunday.

He said: “Temperatures are on the rise right the way across the country today, with values by this afternoon reaching up to 25C over the southern half of the country where skies will clear early and long spells of warm summer sunshine develop.

“Temperatures will continue to climb tomorrow with long spells of sunshine developing once again after some initial cloud in a few spots.

“Friday remains warm or very warm with highs again reaching up to 27C or possibly 28C in one or two favoured locations with plenty of sunshine developing once again across the country.”

Additionally, Met Eireann have promised temperatures are set to reach 20C to 29C countrywide on Friday with spells of “high summer sunshine.”

They said: “Friday, will be a very warm or hot day overall, dry with spells of high summer sunshine, but the odd heavy shower may break out.

“Pretty humid as well with top values of 20C to 29C in mostly moderate southeast breezes with the hottest conditions likely towards the north of Ireland.”

Saturday brings some warm sunshine but also a scattering of heavy showers, most of those in across the western half of Ireland.

Highs of 23C to 24C are expected but there’s also the risk of the showery spells of rain.

Met Eireann added: “Winds change though on Sunday with fresher breezier conditions with showery spells of rain.

“Some heavy bursts here and there with top values of 15C to 20C with best values towards the east and that comes with brisk westerly winds.

“And early next week bringing similar conditions with sunny spells and scattered blustery showers for Monday and Tuesday.

“And possibly wet weather following for Wednesday and Thursday to though brief and misty foggy start, but with warm sunshine developing widely.”

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Beckham family feud deepens as Cruz’s grandparents rush to support his new career – but brother Brooklyn stays silent

THE Beckham feud has continued to deepen as Brooklyn remained silent as his brother Cruz made a huge career move.

Victoria and David Beckham’s youngest son Cruz yesterday took to the stage to perform at an intimate gig.

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Cruz Beckham posed with his grandparents at his recent gig
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The singer’s girlfriend Jackie threw her support behind her man
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Jackie posted this sweet post – but Cruz’s brother Brooklyn failed to congratulate the musician
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He shared a photo of him playing the guitar and singing.

Proud mum Victoria, 51, captioned it “takes me back” and added “love you Cruz”.

The fashion designer then shared a photo of her parents Jackie and Anthony beaming next to Cruz.

She added: “Proud nana and papa. Love you Cruz.”

But Cruz’s older brother Brooklyn, 26, failed to share any message of support for the talented musician.

Cruz’s girlfriend Jackie Apostel also proudly supported her beau.

She wore a red and white American football style shirt with Cruz’s name on the back.

Jackie also shared a clip Cruz singing and wrote: “I am so proud of you and cannot wait for the world to hear everything you’ve poured into your craft over the past years.

“Everyone that knows you, knows how hard you work and how much you love every second of it, how eager you’ve always been to learn and be better every single day.

“How you respect your peers and the knowledge of those around you, growing, without ever showing off.”

Jackie, who is also a singer herself, added: “Your project and our passion is what brought us together and to see you and our friends play songs that you wrote and created and the world you build come to life is unbelievable and exciting. I love you.”

Feud goes on

The Beckhams are yet to speak publicly about their family row, but there have been digs thrown around on social media.

Tellingly, Brooklyn publicly wished Nicola’s brother a happy birthday just days ago, not long after snubbing his dad’s milestone entirely and also failed to post a Father’s Day tribute.

He has also added a floral tattoo to his chest, swamping the “mama’s boy” tribute to his mum Victoria that previously took pride of place.

While Romeo’s romance has ended, Brooklyn and Nicola‘s appears stronger than ever as they band together.

In a love-struck confession, Brooklyn, 26, said he knew she was “the one” after just three months of dating.

He opened up to Glamour on his early plans to pop the question to the Lola actress, who he married in Miami three years ago.

In a rare joint interview with his wife, Brooklyn said: “I knew after three months that I wanted to marry her.

“But because of Covid, I wanted to wait until our families could be there.”

The chef and photographer failed to mention his parents, David and Victoria, by name amid their feud which has seen claims Brooklyn has now hired Prince Harry’s lawyers to solve the bitter dispute.

Brooklyn continued to detail his proposal plans to Glamour’s Germany edition and added: “A few hours before, I had a golf cart accident and needed stitches in my hand.

“My thumb was completely bandaged – I couldn’t even open the wine!”

Best friends

During the chat, he was quick to gush over his spouse and their almost-instant connection.

He said: “When I first saw Nicola at Coachella, I was immediately captivated – by her beauty, her warmth, her charisma.

“Even though it was only a fleeting moment, it stayed with me for a long time.”

He then added: “You have to marry your best friend, someone you feel at home with. For me, Nicola is exactly that.”

Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz at the 2023 Academy Museum Gala.
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