Maeve Lee

Cork

Lifestyle and Features Journalist at Irish Examiner

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What is Singles’ Day and how does it compare to Black Friday?

Nov 10, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

You might not have heard of it before, but Singles’ Day (November 11) is the largest shopping day of the year. While this is a pretty new phenomenon, you may have spotted signs and ads for Singles’ Day sales popping up online and in some stores. But how did Singles’ Day start out, and how does it compare to the more familiar Black Friday? Here’s all you need to know about the shopping day. As mentioned, Singles’ Day is one of the newer ‘shopping holidays’, with 2024 marking its 16th year.
Finding 'freedom time' on the relaxing, all-inclusive resort island of Cora Cora Maldives

Aug 2, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

My feet sink into the warm, white sand as I hop from one leg to the other, struggling to get into my yellow flippers. Once secured, I strap on my snorkel and life jacket before making my way into the vast turquoise ocean. It’s a cloudy afternoon on this small island in the North Indian Ocean but after glimpsing some of the fish swimming within its crystal-clear waters, I am eager to take a closer look. As soon as I dunk my head a school of silver fish swims by. I’m barely a couple of feet deep.
Watch: Two Irish contestants revealed for Love Is Blind UK on Netflix

Jul 24, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

Following the success of the hilarious Maura Higgins on in 2019, Irish people have become known for delivering top-tier entertainment on reality TV. Despite this, there has been a lack of Irish personalities on reality shows as of late, with zero Irish faces making an appearance on so far this summer. However, that is about to change as two Irish contestants have been announced as part of the cast for the first-ever series of .
Music, exhibitions, street parties: 10 highlights of Skibbereen Arts Festival

Jul 24, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

Marking the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Pairs, the annual Skibbereen Arts Festival street party will be Olympic Games themed. Bridge Street will be closed to traffic from 7pm to make way for Olympic challenges, games, live music, food and a huge sing-along. Costumes are encouraged with prizes for the best dressed. Suited to young families and little ones, this exploratory journey, led by Oona and Baba, delves into the rich diversity and animals on Puffin Rock.
Here's what the Ultimate World Cruise passengers got up to while docked in Cork

Jul 21, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

If you’re on TikTok, chances are you have heard of the Ultimate World Cruise. The now-viral Royal Caribbean cruise commenced in December 2023 and has been touring around the world ever since. Passengers have been sharing their experiences along the way on TikTok and those of us watching at home have been fascinated by the concept of the nine-month cruise. The cruise is a never-before-offered Royal Caribbean adventure that undertakes a whopping 274-night journey.
Love Island star Adam Collard and sports presenter Laura Woods expecting first child together

Jul 21, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

star Adam Collard and presenter Laura Woods have announced that they are expecting their first baby together after going public with their relationship in October. The couple announced the news on Instagram with a picture of a baby scan alongside the caption: “Hey, baby.” Adam Collard (28) first appeared on in 2018 and coupled up with star Zara McDermott following brief flings with other contestants on the show.
'They're fantastic:' Elton John gives shoutout to Belfast rappers Kneecap on radio show

Jul 18, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

Elton John gave a shoutout to Irish rappers Kneecap on his radio show, describing the trio as “fantastic” and warning his listeners that they’re going to be “really big”. The praise came during the star’s radio show, Rocket Hour on Apple Music. He explained how Kneecap “combine satire and socially conscious hip hop lyrics”, before playing their song ‘Better Way to Live’. "They’re fantastic. I’ve only just discovered them and it’s from the new album Fine Art,” he said, introducing the song.
Rainy day: 20 TV shows, books and films to keep all ages occupied

Jul 18, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee |Denise O’Donoghue

Following the disappearance of a young girl in Baltimore in 1996, the once parallel lives of two women merge. Based on the novel by Laura Lippman, this series will launch the first two episodes on July 19 followed by new episodes every Friday through August 23. This British docuseries tells the tale of a sperm donor who is potentially the father of thousands of children worldwide. The man in question is Dutch YouTuber, Jonathan Meijer who is accused of defrauding people around the world.
St Swithin's Day: Could it rain for the next 40 days? Here's what we know

Jul 14, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

In the midst of a not-so-sunny summer, many of us are still crossing our fingers in the hopes of a stretch of fine weather. According to folklore, today's date — July 15 — is an important one that may determine how the rest of the season will go and whether or not we can expect the summer heatwave we long for. July 15 is St Swithin’s Day. Fans of David Nicholls’ will also know that it is the date in which the author returns to the lives of Emma and Dex over the course of 20 years.
Trinny London is coming to Cork following success of Dublin launch

Jul 9, 2024 | irishexaminer.com | Maeve Lee

The popular beauty brand Trinny London — created by British entrepreneur Trinny Woodall — is coming to Cork. The award-winning skincare and makeup brand recently launched in Dublin and now, it is time for Cork fans to get their fix. Launching on July 30, Trinny London will be available to purchase in Brown Thomas Cork. Customers can drop into Trinny London’s Cork concession for a browse or book an in-store appointment with one of the brand’s pro makeup artists.