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TRAVEL fans are set to go wild for a trolley backpack in Penneys – and it comes in two colours.
The Trolley Travel Backpack has landed in stores across the country.
The wheel backpack has storage compartments, adjustable shoulder strap and an extendable handle.
It’s the perfect choice for city breaks and shopping getaways.
Shoppers can chose from a neutral camel colour or a classic black.
Penneys chiefs said the trolley backpack comes with multiple storage compartments, plus an extendable handle and wheels.
They said: “This neutral-toned trolley travel backpack combines style with functionality.
“Its colour is complemented by tonal zippers, creating a sophisticated look.
“The quilted front pocket adds texture, while multiple compartments help keep your belongings tidy.
“An extendable handle and wheels offer easy manoeuvrability, and padded shoulder straps provide carrying comfort.
“This backpack is designed to transition seamlessly from airport terminals to city explorations.
“It’s an ideal choice for weekend getaways or as a carry-on, aiming to make your travels smoother and more organised.”
The handy bag is a bargain €28 and its set to fly off the shelves.
Jetsetters are also rushing to Dunnes Stores to bag their new designer packing cubes.
The Carolyn Donnelly Eclectic Packing Cubes, costing €12, offer luxurious storage solutions on a budget.
For €12 you get three sizes in the pack – each with a lovely design on them.
They come in Carolyn’s trademark shades of green and pink, and feature stunning floral patterns and zip pockets.
You can choose from sizes small, medium and large.
Dunnes Stores bosses said: “Designed to keep your luggage neat and tidy, these packing cubes from Carolyn Donnelly help to separate your travel necessities.
“In a handy pack of three, each one is designed with a classic Eclectic pattern.
“Made from a soft cotton, they offer a lightweight yet durable storage solution.
“Brought to you by Irish designer Carolyn Donnelly, exclusively for Dunnes Stores”.
These packing cubes are game-changers when it comes to organising your clothes while travelling.
They have compartments that help you neatly pack and separate your clothes in your luggage.
You can use them to categorise your clothes by colour, outfits or even by family member if you’re sharing a suitcase this summer.
They also help prevent wrinkles and save space in your luggage while travelling.
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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GARDAI will ramp up their efforts on road safety and launch a 24-hour crackdown on speeding, it has been confirmed.
Officers warned that the consequences of speeding can be “devastating” and confirmed that the national speed enforcement operation, marking National Slow Down Day, will begin tomorrow.
The number of speed checkpoints will be dramatically increased while the operation is in place, with gardai hoping to shine a light on the dangers of speeding and ensure more people stick to the limits.
A garda spokesperson explained: “An Garda Siochana conducts a number of high profile National Slow Down Days every year.
“The aim of National Slow Down Days is to remind motorists of the dangers of speeding, encourage a national conversation on the impact of speeding, to increase overall compliance with speed limits in place nationwide and to deter and detect those that are intent on driving at excessive or inappropriate speed.
“To date in 2025 there have unfortunately been 24 fatalities on Irish roads in 23 Fatal Road Traffic Collision’s.
“This is a reduction of 12 deaths on the same period in 2024.”
In 2024, cops issued over 145,000 Fixed Charge Notices to motorists driving in excess of the speed limit, meaning nearly 400 people were detected breaking the limit by Garda and GoSafe every single day.
And the speed operation comes just a few days after new speed limits were introduced on hundreds of roads across the country.
Default speed limits on rural local roads decreased from 80kmh to 60kmh while national secondary roads saw limits fall from 100kmh to 80kmh.
Gardai today warned that breaking the speed limit endangers lives.
A spokesperson said: “Driving in excess of the legal speed limit, and/ or driving at an inappropriate speed for the prevailing road, weather and traffic conditions not only puts you at risk but also endangers the lives of others around you.
“When you speed, it reduces the potential reaction time to react to something unexpected on the road and there is an increase in the likelihood of losing control of your vehicle, which could lead to a serious or fatal accident.”
The crackdown tomorrow involves speed enforcement zones – and there are over 1,542 of them dotted across Ireland.
The speed enforcement zones were selected based on fatal and serious injury collision data from the last number of years after all roads nationally were assessed.
This determined the road sections in which safety cameras have the best opportunity to prevent future death and serious injury to road users.
You can view a full list of each zone’s location on the Garda website, with dozens of zones located in every single county.
Dublin’s M50, M1, M2, M3, M4 and M11 all have zones while other busy roads across the country such as the N40, the N7, the N12, the N13, the N14 and the N3 all feature on the list.
Drivers could also be caught speeding on the busy N55 in Cavan, N63 or N61 in Roscommon, N19 in Clare, N69 in Kerry, N24 in Limerick, N25 in Cork or on the N80 in Kildare.
Lesser-used roads like the R312, R374, R569, R440 and the R395 also feature on the map outlining the zones.
Gardai warned people that the higher the speed, the greater the impact if you crash and said inappropriate speed is as much of a problem on Ireland’s roads as speeding over the limit.
A spokesperson explained: “National Slow Down Day encourages a conversation on speed and road safety.
“Conversations on road safety should not only take place in the aftermath of fatal road traffic collisions, this is too late; These conversations should take place every day.”
Officers urged employers to have a Road Safety conversation with their employees today, adding that they should foster good driving practices and allow sufficient time for work journeys.
Gardai told how one in 10 pedestrians hit by a car at 30kmh an hour will die while 50 per cent will die if the speed is increased to 50kmh.
Some nine out of 10 people hit by a car travelling at 60kmh will die.
Gardai said: “The faster the speed > the more severe the impact > the deadlier the consequences.
“Inappropriate Speed – for prevailing weather/traffic/ road conditions – is a problem as much as exceeding the speed limit.
“An Garda Siochana remains committed to improving road safety on our roads, but An Garda Síochána alone will not stop all Fatal Road Traffic Collision.
“An Garda Síochána continues to actively work with relevant partners as per the Government’s Road Safety Strategy 2021–2030 ‘a strategic, coordinated and multi-sectoral approach to road safety across government and key stakeholders will be critical to achieving a safer, better Ireland for all’.”
MANCHESTER CITY boss Pep Guardiola and his estranged wife Cristina Serra have begun divorce proceedings – and are even using the same lawyer.
The couple announced their shock split in January after agreeing to end their 30-year relationship at showdown talks in Barcelona.
But they are determined to avoid an ugly court battle and remain on such good terms they will share the same legal team.
Sources say they have already agreed the initial terms of a multi-million pound settlement agreement that could be finalised in a matter of weeks.
Pep’s extraordinarily rare “one couple, one lawyer” divorce means the formal end of their marriage will not be contested by either side.
Respected Spanish journalist Lorena Vazquez, who broke the story of their split, revealed: “They want it above all to be friendly for the sake of their children.
“As you can imagine money is not going to be an issue and they have already agreed the initial terms to make sure this separation is the most cordial possible.
“They have a very good relationship, so much so that the same lawyer is arranging the whole thing.
“The divorce is on the way and is being left in the hands of people with their absolute trust.”
She told Spanish TV programme ‘Y Ahora Sonsoles’ the couple split after Pep signed a two-year extension at the Etihad to keep him at City until 2027.
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Since then his reigning champions have been in freefall amid his worst spell as a manager.
City are 20 points adrift of league leaders – and Champions-elect Liverpool – after suffering a 2-0 home defeat to Arne Slot’s side on Sunday.
But as he begins the mammoth task of rebuilding his side, pals insist Pep is still clinging onto hope of an unlikely reconciliation.
He has previously been pictured wearing his wedding ring in a sign that he has not yet given up.
But sources say he is “more amenable” to the idea than fashion entrepreneur Cristina.
Their marriage is said to have hit the rocks five years ago after Cristina decided to return to Barcelona alone.
Since then they have lived separate lives as Pep chased sporting immortality in Manchester.
The couple first met when an 18-year-old Pep went to a fashion store owned by Cristina’s family to model some outfits by Spanish designer Antonio Miro.
At the time, he was playing for Barcelona’s B team, while she was an actress who had appeared on Spanish TV.
Pep’s sister Francesca once said: “He was very handsome, a good student, always getting good marks, the teachers drooled over him, he was already seductive when he was little.”
Cristina gave up acting to concentrate on her successful clothing business and is now said to be worth over £30million.
Meanwhile, Pep established himself as one of the best midfielders of his generation, winning multiple titles with Barcelona’s first team, before entering management.
He became the youngest manager to win the Champions League in 2009, lifting the most sought-after trophy in his first season in charge of Barcelona’s first team.
The demands of day-to-day management took their toll though, and in 2012 he quit as boss in order to take a year out.
He admitted: “I’m drained and I need to fill up.”
Cristina has since said she was “feeling great” after news of their split emerged but has refused to speak publicly about the break up.
Their influencer daughter Maria, 24, recently opened up about the lessons her parents have taught her.
She told a Spanish magazine: “My parents have always advised me to find what I am passionate about.
“They encourage me to try new things, to accept failure and to keep searching until I find my calling, because when I do, full dedication will come naturally.
“They also remind me that the most important thing in life is to love and be loved.
“In the end it all comes down to feeling loved.
“Even in situations where we feel out of place, they tell me to listen carefully to others, there is always something valuable to learn from each person we meet.”
RTE star Miriam O’Callaghan has paid an emotional tribute to her late sister.
The Prime Time presenter beloved sister Anne passed away after her battle with cancer in 1995.
Anne was just a year younger than Miriam and they both gave birth to their second daughters, Clara and Lizzie, around the same time.
Miriam took to Instagram today to post a heart-melting throwback of herself and Anne holding their babies.
The 65-year-old got emotional as she wrote the caption saying: “Today is my adored sister Anne’s anniversary – she died aged 33 from cancer. Hard to believe it’s 30 years.
“This is my favourite photo of us both, wrecked new mums holding our baby daughters.
“The only happy part of all of this is that those two little cousins are now best friends.”
Miriam’s friends and fans all loved the sweet picture and flooded the comment section with love and support.
Sarah McInerney said: “That’s a beautiful photo Miriam.”
Anna Daly commented: “Sending love Miriam.”
Barbara wrote: “This is haunting and beautiful at the same time. Anne was so young. I’m so sorry you both deserved many more years together.”
Kate remarked: “Can’t believe it’s 30 years. I remember Anne had the most beautiful smile. Thinking of you and your lovely family.”
Anne’s daughter Lizzie is a producer at Piranha Bar and was nominated for an IFTA recently.
Miriam accompanied her niece at the glamorous event and gushed over how proud she was of her.
The popular presenter shared a stunning photo of them on the red-carpet together on Instagram.
She captioned her post: “It was joyous to be at the @iftaacademy awards last night which was a brilliant show, with my beloved niece @lizziejayyy a nominee with @piranhabar_insta as VFX producers on the Netflix series Bodkin.
“I love Lizzie to the moon and back and her mum would have been so proud last night.“
The RTE Radio 1 presenter is mum to eight kids – four girls with her first husband Tom McGurk and four boys with her current husband Steve Carson.
Miriam travelled to Washington last November to cover the US election for RTE.
During her trip to the states, Miriam got the chance to reunite with her daughters Georgia and Alannah.
Georgia works for sport and entertainment platform BSE Global in New York and Alannah has extended her holiday for the family reunion.
In an interview with the Irish Mail on Sunday, Georgia revealed that they are all “so excited” to see each other.
She said: “Mum didn’t find out till quite last minute, so the three of us are so excited. We have a WhatsApp group talking about it.”
As well as being on hand for any support the team might need, the two girls will get to watch their mum behind the camera.
Georgia added: “[It’s] so nice for us to be able to be a part of that and share that moment with Mum, but also to see her in action.
“[If she] needs a hand or resources or runners, we’ll be there. I don’t know how much access we’re going to get, but we’ll be there watching her doing her thing. We’re always super proud of her in those moments.”
TIFFANY STRATTON suffered an awkward wardrobe malfunction during her clash with Candice LeRae.
The WWE star won the duel over LeRae, but it was a moment during the fight that caused a stir.
Stratton, 25, was in the corner of the ring as she tried to pull off a move on her foe.
But it was then when her top slipped which caused the broadcaster to take action.
The live TV stream was cut, and a black screen was displayed to viewers.
The WWE Women’s Champion did not continue to win on the night as she was beaten by Nia Jax.
It is not the first time she has suffered a wardrobe malfunction.
In May 2024, she had to cover her private parts after her garment was ripped.
Stratton has recently opened up on her success over the last year.
She told the Toronto Sun: “I would not have changed anything.
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“I feel like Elimination Chamber was my breakout performance last year.
“I’m super excited to be going into Elimination Chamber with Trish Stratus as my tag team partner.
“Hopefully, we will beat Nia Jax and Candice LeRae at this year’s event in Toronto on March 1st.”
She also will be fighting Charlotte Flair at Wrestlemania 41 which is scheduled for April 19 and 20.
The venue is the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
She said: “Charlotte [Flair] is my inspiration.
“She’s who I saw on Friday Night SmackDown and was doing all these cool tricks and flips in the ring, and immediately I was like, she kinda reminds me of myself.
“I just feel like in my career it’s always been sink or swim and I really truly feel like every single performance I’ve ever had, I’ve barely made it through.
“I literally just clenched my teeth and I prayed, and somehow each performance ends up better than the last and that’s all I really strive for. I want to keep improving and growing.
“In wrestling, you can never be perfect… you can always keep improving your craft and getting better at promos or your character and in the ring. I want to keep getting better and better.
“When I enter WrestleMania, I am going to beat The Queen, Charlotte Flair.
“Who knew Tiffy Time would be this exciting?”
A FASHION lover has come under fire after showing off her curves in a teeny bikini on a public beach.
TikTok user Martina Massettii sparked fury after uploading a clip where she was seen soaking up the sunshine in a skimpy bikini with kids nearby.
The young woman, who had jetted off to Tenerife, Spain, decided to enjoy the glorious weather in a teeny two-piece, which included tiny thongs.
Meanwhile, the top half of the beach outfit was a black bikini top with extra strap detailing around the bust and a small piece of fabric to cover her nipples.
But although the Italian woman seemed to be having the best time of her life, the reaction on social media was slightly different.
One of the clips, which sees Martina pose for the camera and show off her body, has gone viral for all the wrong reasons, racking up over a whopping 18million views.
While many defended her daring outfit, thousands of viewers were quick to criticise the holiday-goer and insisted she should’ve worn something more ”appropriate” for a family beach.
”Umm maam this is a family beach,” said one person who was not a fan of the skimpy bikini, as a second noted it was as ”bad as being naked”.
Another agreed, writing: ”The kid just tryna have a nice day at the beach.”
Someone else simply said: ”No no and NO!!!”
”Sometimes less, isn’t more!!!” a fourth chimed in with their verdict of the skimpy outfit.
But there were also plenty of those who flocked to defend the young woman – who has also since hit back at the haters.
Reminding others to focus on their own life, she said: ”This is actually a free beach so everyone can do whatever they want.”
She went on: ”You can appreciate yourself without insulting the others. No need to insult me.”
Luckily for the young fashionista, there was also heaps of support, especially from keen Romeos.
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Times have changed since 2015 when Protein World spent £250,000 on an ad campaign of a slim 20-something bikini clad model asking the reader “Are you beach body ready?” The uproar that followed about the objectification of women was global. Branded offensive, irresponsible and harmful, the verdict on the campaign and the social media uproar was well documented, and rightly so.
Now, I am happy to say that all sizes of women are represented in swimwear across the media landscape. Brands like JD Williams, In The Style and New Look, to name just a few, all work with models of all sizes and ages to promote their swimwear.
My social media feed is also full of ladies of all ages and sizes looking Fabulous in their swimmies. What started out as a trickle of shy bikini-clad selfies has now become a body-positive movement that makes us all feel good to get into our swimwear.
And why shouldn’t we! Our bodies are all completely different and we should be celebrating that fact.
At 53, I love bikinis, I love having an all over tan in the summer with as few white bits as possible. I don’t want to dumb myself down as I get older, I want to celebrate that I am still here! My aim is to keep on wearing bikinis well into my 80s if I am lucky enough to get there.
I have learnt to love the aging process. I will never look like I did in my 20s again, but I do enjoy looking after myself way more than I did back then. A better diet, more exercise and a lot of self-care makes me feel good on the inside as well as the outside.
I love that other cultures like to celebrate their elders. I think we should embrace this in western society instead of just fetishizing youth.
Aging isn’t something to be feared but embraced.
Wear the damn bikini, I am going to!
One person slammed the critics and said: ”Stop judging and worry about the grass that grows in your own yard.”
Another agreed and noted that the trolls were probably just jealous: ”They wish they had as much confidence as you!”
”You look great, and you have a positive attitude and positive energy!” a third chimed in.
” I don’t know why people have become so angry…”
”wear what ever makes you happy!” a viewer penned.