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New TD Mark Ward has revealed how he ended up homeless – and will now fight in the Dail to free families caught up in the housing crisis. Dad-of-three Ward, 44, says he spoke out about his own experience to show how anybody could end up without a home in Ireland today.

James Lowe delivered a frightening warning to Leinster's Euro and domestic rivals by declaring: 'When we get it right it's gonna be something special'. Blues boss Leo Cullen claimed recently that his team can only get better and better.

Brendan O'Carroll has put critics of Mrs Brown's Boys firmly in their place The Irish star has outlined exactly what they should do if they don't like the hit BBC show. Brendan has dished the Christmas and New Year shows are being delivered to Buckingham Palace ahead of being broadcast.

Sir Kenny Dalglish has played down suggestions that Steven Gerrard has been lined up to replace Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager when their contracts expire in 2024. Klopp committed his future to the Reds by extending his current deal, which was due to expire in 2022, by a further two years on Friday.

Amanda Holden is fighting fit again and clearly wants everyone to know it. After her nasty leg break seven weeks ago, the radio and TV star is well-rested and well on the mend.

Ryan Giggs slammed Anthony Martial following his performance during Manchester United's 1-1 draw Everton on Sunday. Teenager Mason Greenwood came off the bench to rescue a point for the Red Devils in the second half after they fell behind to a Victor Lindelof own goal before the break.

Sinitta has spoken about being powerless after she was friend-zoned by Simon Cowell . The singer dated the X Factor star on-and-off for nearly 20 years, but she knew they weren't going to last the course.

Emotional Ellie Goulding was close to tears as Princess Beatrice stunned Michael McIntyre after letting him take over her mobile phone. The singer, 32, was called the royal's 'dearest friend' after appearing on the comic's show.

Shane MacGowan has defended the use of the word f****t in his iconic Christmas favourite Fairytale of New York. Some radio stations now only play an edited version after complaints about the lyric in the 1987 hit.

Disgraced Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein has given an astonishing interview just weeks before he is due to stand trial. The former film boss, 67, is accused of five counts of rape and sexual assault.

Arsenal interim boss Freddie Ljungberg has insisted that he will "deal with" Mesut Ozil after the midfielder's sideline tantrum during Sunday's defeat to Manchester City . Kevin De Bruyne inspired the Premier League champions to a comfortable 3-0 win at the Emirates Stadium, with the Belgian scoring two sensational goals and setting up team-mate Raheem Sterling.

Pep Guardiola has stressed that Mikel Arteta is an "important part" of Manchester City's success, but admitted he is open to discussing his assistant's position at the club. Arteta's future with the Premier League champions has been a key subject of discussion in recent weeks as he continues to be heavily linked with the vacant managerial positions at Arsenal and Everton .

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer claims he will continue to use the Europa League to develop his young Manchester United players. Teenage striker Mason Greenwood scored four goals for United as they topped their group and Solskjaer claims the Europa League has proved to be a good learning experience for his youngsters.

Tamara Ecclestone's 'Billionaire Row' mansion has been raided by thieves who reportedly pinched £50million worth of jewellery. The F1 heiress, 35, has been left "angry" and "shaken" by the ordeal, which happened on Friday night some time before 11pm.

A top chef has shared his secret to cooking sausages the right way - and revealed the three mistakes we all make. Jeff Baker, who has cooked for the likes of the Queen, previously told how we were all cooking bacon wrong.

Unimpressed X Factor: The Band viewers have hit out at the show's format. Many were left scratching their heads at the programme's lay-out after the latest spin-off didn't hit the spot with some.

Jamie Carragher believes Arsenal would be making a mistake by appointing Carlo Ancelotti as their next permanent manager. T he Gunners named Freddie Ljungberg interim boss following the sacking of Unai Emery in November, with the club still on the lookout for a full-time replacement for the Spaniard.

Vicky Pattison shared a deeply honest post about her struggles with "social anxiety" and mental health to Instagram on Sunday night. The reality TV scarlet, 32, confessed she was left "unable to leave the apartment" after being crippled with "self-doubt and fear" but insisted she then finally realised it is okay to struggle sometimes.

The X Factor: The Band was hit with voting issues during the live final according to some fans. Some viewers tweeted to reveal they were having problems with voting for their winner on the show app.

Kendall Jenner started war on Kylie when her sister stole her dashing date. T he catwalk queen, 24, asked the cosmetics guru, 22, if they were fighting when the cosmetics guru posed with her handsome male friend Fai Khadra.

Elton John and journalist Molly Meldrum have finally put their long-standing feud to rest. They fell out in 2012 after Elton John criticised Madonna while being interviewed by Molly.

It's the TV quiz that’s become an institution providing family fun for an incredible 50 years. Can you name the Mystery Guest? What Happened Next in this action clip? How will you fare on the Picture Board? Generations of viewers have loved pitting their wits against the greatest sporting legends of their time in the BBC’s A Question of Sport.

Kieran Hayler gave Bunny and Jett the Xmas experience as ex Katie Price faces bleak Christmas. The dad-of-two, 32, spared no expense as he took Bunny and Jett to the Tulleys Christmas market over the weekend in the wake of the news his ex-wife will be made homeless.

Strictly pros Ola and James Jordan have revealed they are expecting a baby girl and knowing the sex makes it feel more "real". The married couple, who were both dancers on Strictly Come Dancing , announced Ola's pregnancy in September after a three-year fertility struggle.

The first snows of winter blanketed parts of the country this weekend - and it was stunning. With the big day just nine days away, it’s not too early to be dreaming of a White Christmas as the forecast for snowfall remains on the radar.

Strictly Come Dancing champion Kelvin Fletcher’s first thought after lifting the glitterball was to give his wife a cuddle. T he former Emmerdale star, 35, said he had felt guilty for being an absent husband and dad while training hard with pro dance partner Oti Mabuse, 29.

Man Utd goalkeeper David de Gea has offered a telling reaction to Everton's controversial goal on Sunday in his latest post on Twitter . The Spanish stopper was between the sticks for his side's Premier League clash with the Toffees at Old Trafford on Sunday.

The star of a new drama about the Profumo affair says she leapt at the chance to tell the story from Christine Keeler’s perspective, in the wake of the Me Too movement. Sophie Cookson believes writer Amanda Coe has finally given a voice to Keeler, who was just 19 at the time of the scandal and became “trapped by society’s restraints”.

Peter Andre has gushed about his life and being the "luckiest ever" after taking to the stage despite his ex-wife Katie Price being announced bankrupt and losing her house just weeks before Christmas. The Australian pop star, 46, who divorced Katie in 2009, appeared to forget the woes of his troubled ex as he proudly gushed over his incredible life and amazing West End experience.

Marty Morrissey and Bernard O’Shea will hit the road again in the new year after RTE commissioned a second series of their reality show. Last year viewers were introduced to the unlikely duo over two Sunday night broadcasts as they tested out their survival skills and looked into the idea of the modern man.

What now can stop Liverpool? Ten points clear and able to coast through games like this, their march to the title looks more like a procession. But if anything will ruin their title romp, it is injuries.

Thousands of calls from abuse survivors are being missed due to the restricted hours of a phoneline. One-third of calls to Connect counselling have been received outside of service hours this year, with overall calls to reach nearly 8,000.

The X Factor: The Band judges Leona Lewis and Simon Cowell found themselves booed on Sunday night from angry fans and supporters of boy band Unwritten Rule. As the boys took to the stage to perform their third out of four songs of the night, it didn't go down too well with all of those watching.

She is ITV's golden girl but 17 years after shooting to fame her career is now hanging in the balance. Caroline Flack, 40, was arrested following an alleged bust-up with her boyfriend Lewis Burton, 27.

Love Island star Hannah Elizabeth has shown off her brand new colourful hairdo as she donned a wig for a glamorous Instagram post. The new mum posed in the pink wig as she promoted a competition on her Insta, and she her makeup was expertly applied.

Senators and TDs used the Oireachtas printing facilities to produce 271,250 personalised calendars and 34,450 bespoke Christmas cards during the past year. More than a quarter of the calendars were ordered by Tipperary Independent TD Seamus Healy, who used the free printing facility to produce 70,000 of the items in 2018.