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DUNNES Stores fans are rushing to buy funky new trousers for summer after they landed on racks.

The Gallery Leopard Side Stripe Trousers are available in stores and online now.

They are priced at just €25 and come in sizes 8 to 18.

Dunnes said: “These printed trousers are a bold addition to your wardrobe.

“Cut to a comfortable wide-leg with plenty of built-in stretch, they feature an elasticated waistband, side pockets, and two sporty side stripes.

“Gallery is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.”

The trousers are easy to style and could be paired with a white, black or red top.

They can also be dressed up with heels or worn with trainers for casual days.

Meanwhile, a fashion fan has created a gorgeous summer outfit using items from Dunnes Stores – and the whole thing cost just €50.

Warmer weather means the perfect opportunity to step out in style and make use of lighter colours and softer fabrics.

Beige, whites, and creams are all popular for the likes of garden parties or family events.

And fashion-obsessed Yvonne O’Connor has found the ideal outfit for bargain prices.

The style queen recently took to Instagram to show off her buys.

Posting under @stridetostyle, Yvonne posts all things affordable fashion.

In a new video, she posed in the Gallery Alba Cornelli Top from Dunnes Stores paired with the Gallery Lyocell Blend Utility Trousers.

Yvonne said: “Gorgeous. I wasn’t expecting it to be as nice actually.

“It’s really lovely, I love that little embroidered stitching on it.

“And I forgot to mention you have buttons the whole way down at the back.

“Trousers are extremely comfortable, they’re elasticated at the back, flat at the front, with pockets.

“For €50 I think you’ve a very classy looking outfit.”

The Gallery blouse is priced at €25 and can be found in sizes 8 up to 18.

And it’s available in two colours, blue and cream.

According to Dunnes Stores: “Cut to a lightweight, boxy fit, this top from Gallery features a flattering v-neckline for a touch of allure, and voluminous sleeves that create a sense of movement.

“It is intricately adorned with all-over abstract embroidery.

“Gallery is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores.”

The trousers also cost €25 and are available in sizes 8 up to 18, although size 18 has sold out online.

They can be found in ivory and green.

JAMES Norton bravely opened up to Glastonbury festival goers about his heartbreaking split with his celebrity ex.

The Happy Valley star, 39, also revealed how this actress actually dumped HIM.

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The Happy Valley star split from fiancée Imogen Poots last year after six years[/caption]

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The actor revealed how Imogen had dumped him[/caption]

James made the big revelation during a Glastonbury talk at the weekend.

Speaking on the stage as revellers watched on, the actor talked about his break-up with actress Imogen Poots.

“This is going to sound ridiculous but I got broken up with and it was massive,” James shared.

“We should rename this talk Heartbreak and it was on Heartbreak Therapy.”

Continuing, he said: “I was a year and a half ago and I’m feeling great.

“But out of that massive change… I’m so sad. It’s very f**king sad.”

Revealing how he was broken up with by Imogen, James said: “But it happened in a very abrupt way and it happened to me and my life just permanently shifted, completely changed direction.

“And I thought I lost the person but I also lost the life that I was about to lead and the kids that we named and all that kind of stuff.

“And actually in the last year and a half I have gone through the most monumental change as a result.

“And I feel like I’ve grown up. I feel like I’ve become a man. It’s mad.

“It’s like I’m 38 years old and I suddenly feel like I’ve grown up.”

Talking about how he got over the split, he told festival goers: “I found some friends, relationships, the outpouring of love from my family, the people around me was amazing.

“I ended up going to a Buddhist retreat in the south of France called Plum Village.

“It’s the best place in the world. And I went because I was in this pit of pain and now I have this community.

“It’s a Zen Buddhist community. It’s amazing. And if you haven’t gone, really look it up because it really does change your life. But so much has been born from that massive radical change.

“So I know you wanted positive. Well that is positive.”

The Sun revealed the former couple’s split in February last year after six years together

A source said: “James and Imogen have extremely busy work lives and it has made it difficult for them to see each other.

“They grew apart and split up last year.

“It hasn’t been easy for either of them but they are keeping their heads down and getting on with things.”

The couple got together after James’s two-year romance with Irish actress and singer Jessie Buckley ended in 2017.

James previously spoke about juggling his hectic work life with his relationship, and said: “It comes at a cost because you don’t see each other a lot.

“But we are willing to pay that for the benefit of having someone in your life close to you who gets it, who is forgiving, who will give up their Sunday to do an annoying self-tape (audition).”

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It comes after The Sun revealed earlier this month how James had been caught snogging Lily Allen at Lido festival in London.

One onlooker told us: “James and Lily looked very into each other and they were snogging backstage.

“We were all quite surprised to see them there together, let alone kissing.

“I don’t think they’ve even known each other that long, but it was a fun hang-out backstage and they got taken away by the vibe.”

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James Norton was recently caught snogging Lily Allen[/caption]

DANIELLE Lloyd has shown off her huge new home and joked that building it has been “harder than childbirth”. 

The TV star, 41, took to Instagram to share progress of the build and revealed her massive swimming pool. 

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Mum-of-five Danielle’s snap showed builders still hard at work on the impressive property and told fans that they’ll be able to move in soon. 

She said: “Building this place has been the craziest adventure—harder than childbirth, for sure! 

“But look at what we’ve created so far… so proud and so excited to finally live in our dream home. Just a little more patience and blood sweat & tears and it’ll be all ours!”

Danielle, who is married to Michael O’Neill, was flooded with comments from followers. 

One wrote: “Your new home is absolutely stunning. Can’t wait to see the end project.”

Someone else said: “Stunning! Will be worth every stress.”

And a third added: “What a dream. Congratulations.”

Danielle shares sons Archie, George, and Harry with ex-husband Jamie O’Hara, while she and Michael are parents to Ronnie and Autumn Rose. 

It’s been a tough year for the former model, who was diagnosed with skin cancer in February. 

Danielle is now cancer free but she previously revealed fears she’d die. 

She told The Sun: “Being a mum, I was trying to put a brave face on for everyone, but inside I’ve been crumbling. 

“I was worried every single day that I was going to die. 

“I’ve been through a lot in my life and I’m a strong person but just looking at my kids and worrying that I wouldn’t be there for them.”

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PEPPA Pig’s baby Evie pig will be taking to the stage for the first time at Butlin’s, alongside a new show from McFly stars.

Butlin’s will be launching four new live family shows on its Showtime Term-Time breaks in 2026.

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Butlin’s will be launching four new live family shows on its Showtime Term-Time breaks in 2026[/caption]

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One of the shows will include baby Evie pig’s first stage appearance[/caption]

For the first time, baby Evie Pig from Peppa Pig will take the stage as her big sister Peppa plans a special picnic.

Alongside the show’s much-loved characters appearing, there will also be singing and dancing.

McFly stars Dougie Poynter and Tom Fletcher will also have their story of ‘The Dinosaur that Pooped a Rock Show’ hit the stage as a high-energy musical.

Danny and Dino’s Rockin’ Adventure! will feature catchy songs by the duo and have lots of silly fun – including poo – which is a theme of the storybooks due to the dinosaur’s unusual appetite.

The third show – which will launch over the Easter break – is from Butlin’s Skyline Gang and is called Imagine That!

The show follows the gang who are dreaming big and imagining a world where anything is possible, with each member exploring their dream job.

The fourth show is a new original production called Theatre of Rock, with hits from SIX, Tina and music icons including Queen, Bowie and U2.

The show will start in February half-term.

There are a number of shows returning too, including Jack & The Beanstalk and Animals & Mythical Beasts.

For families with children aged five and under, a four-night Showtime Term-Time Midweek break costs from as little as £39 for a family of four.

Mike Godolphin, entertainment director at Butlin’s, said: “We’re excited to be bringing our own West End-quality productions alongside every tot’s favourite characters to all three resorts, with Evie Pig in our new Peppa Pig show and The Dinosaur that Pooped. 

“We’re confident our guests will love our brand-new shows, and what’s even better is that they are all included in the price of our breaks, alongside our incredible pools, fairgrounds, playgrounds and soft play.

“Our Showtime breaks offer fantastic value for money with four nights of family fun filled with non-stop daytime activities, West End quality entertainment and so much more.

“It’s the perfect holiday for a family with kids five and under.”

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All the shows are included in the price of Butlin’s breaks, alongside pools, fairgrounds, playgrounds and soft play[/caption]

Showtime Term-Time midweek breaks in 2025 shows currently include Snow White and Her Magnificent Friends, Peppa’s Circus Celebration, The Butlin’s Party Show Hosted by Mister Maker and Skyline Gang Beside the Sea.

Butlin’s is also offering up to 40 per cent off breaks in 2025 and 2026, when booked by July 1.

Butlin’s also recently launched a new mega sale with four-night stays for £9.75 each per night.

Plus, one woman tried out Butlin’s new all-inclusive holidays where food and drink is free – and found it was better value than a Spanish resort.

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Fan favourites will also be returning for the 2026 breaks[/caption]

A MUM is issuing a harrowing warning to fellow parents to look out for a certain warning sign after her teenage daughter was diagnosed with a “silent killer”.

Eva Rainey would spend most evenings in her room doing art and homework – but the 16-year-old’s routine was hiding a life-threatening secret.

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Eva Rainey (right) was diagnosed with a ‘silent killer’ which mum Jennifer (left) is now raising awareness for[/caption]

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Eva’s only symptom was a lump the size of a grapefruit that developed in her back[/caption]

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Without treatment, Eva only has five years left to live[/caption]

A lump, the size of a grapefruit, had developed in her back; which had gone unnoticed.

The teenager, from Somerset, shrugged it off and thought it’d disappear on its own.

But after a few weeks, it was still there.

Eva, who had no other symptoms, was diagnosed with a “silent killer” form of cancer.

And it’s estimated that without treatment, of which there’s little-to-none available, she only has five years left to live.

“It feels as if cancer has stolen not only Eva’s, but our lives and future, too,” the teenager’s mum, Jennifer, 48, said.

“Everything is so uncertain right now.

“We’re trying not to think in terms of years and dates, but rather on her quality of life.

“It’s really exhausting, though.

“I just thought the back pain she had complained of was because she was sitting at her desk for far too long doing art and homework.

“For a long time, there had been no visible lump at all – and when one appeared, it was tiny.

“I never dreamed it could be cancer.

“I fear how the disease will progress and not knowing is equally frightening.

“We still talk about Eva’s future, but we have conversations about death and funerals, too.”

Eva’s diagnosis

Eva was diagnosed with sclerosing epithelioid fibrosarcoma, an aggressive form of soft tissue cancer.

It’s characterised by small, round tumours that recur and spread rapidly to other parts of the body.

Symptoms are usually far and few between.

It’s so rare that there is little data recorded on how many cases there are worldwide, according to the National Cancer Institute.

For Eva, her limited treatment options have dwindled and now, it’s spread across her entire body.

Her mum, Jennifer, has had to give up her career as a teacher to care for her daughter full-time.

For now, we’re just going to keep living until we stop

Jennifer Rainey

She said: “It’s been awful. “Just one terrible revelation after another.

“It was agonising to learn that she needed chemotherapy, but then being told it wouldn’t work.

“They feared it’d be inoperable, but we found a surgeon who could do it.

“We live with uncertainty and this burden on us daily.

“For now, we’re just going to keep living until we stop.”

Uncertain future

Eva currently has cancer in her bones; specifically in her leg, spine, scapula and hips.

She’s had to undergo surgery to have parts of her ribs and spine removed to extract as much of the disease as possible.

To give his daughter the best chance of life, Paul – a molecular biologist – has drawn on his contacts in the industry to help.

A drug, which is used in the US to treat cancer patients of this type, was given to Eva on a “compassionate use” basis.

Due to the lack of clinical proof that it worked, though, this was then stopped.

Paul is now raising money to help fund research into finding a cure, including a 1,000-mile bike ride from Land’s End to John O’Groats.

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Eva was diagnosed with sclerosing epithelioid fibrosarcoma – a rare form of soft tissue cancer[/caption]

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Eva currently has cancer in her bones, specifically in her leg, spine, scapula and hips.[/caption]

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Her dad Paul is now raising money to help fund research into finding a cure, including a 1,000-mile bike ride from Land’s End to John O’Groat[/caption]

He added: “The rarity of Eva’s cancer type means her future is uncertain.

“We live in hope that something new will come along from clinical research and save our little girl’s life.

“It would be great to raise some money so that some clinical trials could take place – if not for Eva, but for someone in the future.

“If you saw her, you’d think there was nothing wrong – she’s like every other teenager.

“But we’re in a situation now where things are just going to keep going downhill and there’s nothing we can do.

“It’s been an absolute rollercoaster.

“Eva just keeps going, though. “She still goes to school and is in her first year of GCSEs.

“And has hope for the future.

“We don’t want to take that from her.”

Sarcoma UK is funding two research projects to understand the biology behind the rare form of cancer to find a cure.

Emily Williams, from the charity’s research team, said: “SEF is an ultra-rare cancer where clinicians are working almost blind – they don’t have the molecular roadmaps or biomarkers that could help predict which treatments might work for which patients.

“Instead of the trial-and-error approach faced – trying immunotherapy, then Pazopanib, with no way to predict their effectiveness, future families could have precision medicine tailored to their child’s specific tumour biology.

“These projects represent the detailed scientific work that could mean the difference between hope and answers for the next young person diagnosed with an ultra-rare sarcoma.”

A WOMAN has revealed she’s had to take drastic measures to stop her ”sad and nosy” neighbour from peeking into her garden.

The furious woman and TikToker only known as @buddalove claimed that before the neighbour moved in ”life was great”.

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The woman claimed that ‘life was great’ before the neighbours moved in[/caption]

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The neighbours have now also started looking over the fence by standing ”on something” for a better view[/caption]

However, now the property next door has become home to a ”single mum, living with her mum”, as well as a child.

According to the frustrated woman, who’s also managed to take a snap of the neighbours peeking from their windows, they spend ”every evening staring at us and looking over when sitting with hubby quietly to a drink”.

Although the TikToker has allegedly ”reported” the ”annoying” issue, the nuisance hasn’t stopped.

The furious woman also added that she’s tried knocking on their door to see what the issue is – however, she doesn’t want to cause any further problems for herself.

Budda Love explained: ”I would love to knock on her door but I don’t wanna get done for harassment.

”I do shout out every time when I catch them! Madness.

”Life was great until she moved in.”

It’s not just windows that the family take a sneak peek through – according to the social media users, the neighbours have now also started looking over the fence by standing ”on something” for a better view.

”We started doing rituals against them so they watch a better show,” she chuckled in a recent video.

But while some suggested buying a pergola or planting trees, the woman revealed that she’s come up with a new solution – and one that means she can sunbathe in peace.

To block their view as much as possible, Budda Love has since resorted to ‘wasting’ her bed sheets – which she’s set up as a DIY tent.

Fuming, she said: ”F****g sad, nosy neighbours. Wasted my clean sheets.”

Social media users react

The video – which many said they could relate to – has since taken the platform by storm, amassing close to a whopping 300k views and 294k likes in just two days.

More than 130 people also flooded to comments, where many suggested their solutions – some more hilarious and bizarre than others.

One joked: ”You should take the sheets away, turn your chairs round to face them….and sit there and watch them watching you all evening.”

Another chimed in: ”I can relate!”

Someone else chuckled: ”you should start doing random things in your back garden like wear black robes with a hood and start doing pretend satanic rituals with candles and freak them out lol.”

A fourth advised: ”get rid of the concrete, plant some trees nobody overlooks you then.”

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JAMES McManus has joined Sligo Rovers on loan from Bohemians for the remainder of the season.

McManus, 20, was an unused substitute for Bohs against John Russell’s side in the 1-1 draw on Friday night.

And the midfielder has now moved to The Showgrounds in search of regular football with boss Alan Reynolds insisting he remains a big part of his long-term plans.

Reynolds said: “James is a quality midfielder with huge potential who has a massive future ahead of him with Bohs.

“He has done really well for us this season but we felt that after his season last year was disrupted so much by injury, the best thing for James’ development right now is that he is playing and starting regularly.

“He’s been around the first team for so long now that people forget he is only 20.

“The hope for him now is that he will play regularly at Sligo Rovers and come back to us at the end of the year an even better player than he already is.”

McManus broke into the first team in 2022 and had a much greater involvement in 2023 when he helped the club reach the FAI Cup final.

He also came close to joining Norwich City but ultimately stayed at Dalymount but endured a stop-start season in 2024 because of injuries with the return of Dawson Devoy and Ross Tierney to the club increasing competition for places.

But he was given a new contract until the end of 2027 in May to underline how highly rated he is.

McManus said: “I’ve been in and out and haven’t played as much as I feel I need to and want to. I spoke to Bohs about letting me go for a short while and once that was agreed, John was straight in touch. 

“It didn’t take long for me to be convinced that Sligo was the place for me. 

“I have seen how many young players have flourished under John at the Showgrounds. He puts trust in young players and gives you a platform to show people that young players are good enough to play at this level.”

Bohs have, meanwhile, welcomed back Cian Byrne from his loan spell at Galway United.

The centre-back will help fill the void left by the departure of Seán Grehan.

Grehan was signed by Doncaster Rovers from Crystal Palace on a three-year deal after an impressive loan stint with his former club Bohs.

Byrne, 22, played every game for which he was eligible for Galway.

Reynolds said “Cian is similar to James in that he is at the stage of his career where it was important to keep getting more games under his belt to continue to develop.

“He’s been an ever-present for Galway this season and the experience he has had being away from the club for a period and playing so regularly should really stand to him now.

“So we are really looking forward to getting him back into the group.”