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DRONES are delivering prescriptions to a remote Mayo island in “a game changer” initiative.
The hi-tech gadgets, which can carry 3kg of supplies, are flying from Carrowmore Beach in Louisburgh to Clare Island off Co Mayo in a landmark trial.
With the drones operating at speeds of around 120kph, the journey time is just under ten minutes.
Doctors hailed the pilot project – and insisted it will transform how remote island communities receive their healthcare.
Achill-based GP Dr Noreen Lineen-Curtis, who travels to Clare Island on a weekly basis, said: “There’s a broadband connection point on Clare Island which provides a secure video feed for patients to communicate directly with doctors, nurses and therapists.
“When this project is up and running, they will get their electronically prescribed medicines delivered by drone.
“This is such a game changer for islanders and will save them making journeys back and forth to the mainland for prescription medicine.”
The drones operate autonomously using artificial intelligence and are equipped to handle challenging terrain and unpredictable coastal weather conditions.
The project is led by Irish company Air Taurus in collaboration with the HSE and the University of Galway.
Programme Director John Morris said: “This pioneering initiative will showcase how drones can revolutionise emergency response and healthcare delivery for remote island communities, ensuring faster access to critical medical supplies when every second counts.”
The plan is to expand the auto aircraft systems to cater for emergency scenarios where life-saving medications or equipment could be sent at significant distances in brief amounts of time.
Ian McCabe, who lives on Clare Island and works with the University of Galway, said: “There are many days when the sea state makes a ferry to Roonagh Pier impossible but it would be suitable for a drone to fly.
“Short shelf life medications or those with complex or time-sensitive supply chains could also be carried.
“Our project is funded by Sláintecare through the Department of Health and we are developing telemedicine protocols and infrastructure to connect the island people with their mainland-based healthcare.
“We are active on Clare Island, Inishturk, and Inishbofin and are hoping to have our first remote outpatient consultations with UHG-based consultants before Easter.
“This will allow the islanders to avoid unnecessary travel when technology can provide the bridge between patient and doctor.”
The Healthy Islands initiative is currently being trialled at Clare Island off Co Mayo.
And officials confirmed there are plans to roll out the initiative to all remote island communities around the country.
People spit at my kids because they don’t believe they’re biologically mine – sometimes they’re terrified to leave home
A MUM-OF-FOUR explained that people don’t believe all of her children are biologically hers.
Some strangers even refuse to accept that her twins are related to each other.
Sherria and her family appeared on the Truly Show, where they discussed their different appearances.
The mum explained that she has two daughters who were born with albinism.
One of the girls has a twin brother, who doesn’t have the inherited condition.
“My daughter She’riq has albinism but my son Te’riq, he doesn’t,” Sherria said.
“That was a shocker for us once they were born.”
The family were particularly surprised as, despite being a result of genetics, the chances of having a child with albinism is one in 75.
And Sherria and her husband Terry already had a daughter, Sheterria, with the condition.
“Albinism means you just have no pigment in your hair, your skin, or your eyes,” Sherria explained.
As well as affecting your appearance, the rare condition also makes you “very sensitive to the sun”.
The twins, She’riq and Te’riq, have faced a lot of confusion when they go out in public.
“People sometimes don’t believe we are twins, they always come up to us and say, ‘Oh my God, you guys are so cute. I love your outfits’ and then we say, ‘We’re twins’ and they’ll be like ‘No’,” Te’riq said.
His sister added that their appearance isn’t the only thing that makes them dissimilar.
“We’re totally different, he’s funnier than me,” She’riq explained.
She has developed a close bond with her older sister, who she credits with “helping” and “comforting” her as she learned to come out of her shell.
And as for Sheterria, she was just glad to finally look like somebody in her family.
What is albinism?
Albinism id a genetic condition which causes a lack of melanin in the skin, hair, and eyes, resulting in pale skin, white or light hair, and vision problems.
The condition is present at birth and is passed down from parents to their children.
A person with albinism has a 100% chance of passing on the gene.
Albinism affects around one in 17,000 people worldwide, though prevalence varies by country.
It most commonly occurs in people from sub-Saharan Africa, where it affects one in 5,000.
“When the twins were born, I was in [primary] school,” the teen recalled.
“I was so excited because I wanted one to come out looking like me, I didn’t care who it was, just somebody come out looking like me.”
She said she “started crying” when she first saw her baby sister, describing it as “the best moment ever”.
Her mum explained that Sheterria had been through a lot as a result of her albinism.
“She had bullying, people call her names, I think she had somebody spit at her before, it was really hard for her,” Sherria said.
But despite the harsh reactions from strangers, Sheterria explained how “at home, I got the love”.
Terry shared the family’s concerns that She’riq would go through a similar experience.
“What the world, what she was facing outside the doors of our house, we were worried about that,” he said.
Both girls have now learned to embrace their differences and love their looks.
“When I look in the mirror, I see somebody who has come a long way,” Sheterria said.
“My eyebrows are blonde, my eyelashes are blonde, everything is blonde.
“I used to hate that but now I look in the mirror and I’m like ‘Yes, you’re cute’.”
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I lived on a council estate in Bolton – now I fly on private jets and made £790k in just one day through TikTok shop
A BEAUTY guru has revealed that he grew up on a council estate in Bolton, but is now living the high life.
Make-up founder and acclaimed artist Mitchell Halliday, 26, is the name behind Made by Mitchell, a beauty brand offering an extensive range of high-quality, pigment-rich, innovative cosmetics, including the dynamic cosmetic palettes and of course, the famous Blursh.
The man behind the viral brand known for its bold colours, who is also an X Factor boyband reject, has today appeared on So Wrong It’s Right, alongside podcast host and Love Island legend Olivia Attwood, 33.
Chatting to Olivia, who has her own TV show, Getting Filthy Rich, Mitchell, who was sent home from the British talent show during the Bootcamp stage in 2016, shared all on his iconic brand and even got candid on his eye-watering earnings.
When asked, “Is it true that you were the first person to make $1million [£790,000] in one day on TikTok?”, the beauty guru confirmed: “Yeah, crazy.”
Mitchell explained the journey of his business, which has 1.1 million followers on TikTok and is stocked in Boots.
He added: “In business, you think, oh yeah, it’s gotta be sunshine and roses all the time.
“But when it wasn’t, that’s when the best thing that could have happened to the brand happened.
“We were one of the first make-up brands to be on board with TikTok Shop.
“No one had really done anything that was monumental at the time.
“Almost everyone just thought it was a scam.”
Whilst Olivia described Mitchell’s journey as “long and steady”, he confessed: “I then worked with Jeffree Star.”
Thanks to this collaboration with the founder of Jeffree Star Cosmetics, the American make-up mogul who has 7.7 million followers on TikTok, Mitchell beamed: “That really did blow up my career.”
His brand, which features affordable products for the face, eyes, lips and skin, has lip glosses starting at £10 and bundles reaching £96.
Top beauty trends for 2025
Hayley Walker, Beauty Expert at Justmylook spoke exclusively to Fabulous about the big beauty trends for 2025.
Haircare
Hair gloss treatments are a must-have as beauty enthusiasts love the salon-quality shine and enhanced colour delivered by the trending treatment.
Hair glosses are multifunctional as they nourish the hair while offering a vibrant, healthy-looking finish, combining 2025’s core trends. This treatment is perfect for those seeking an affordable, at-home glow-up.
2025 will focus on skin repairing and texture-enhancing treatments.
Skincare
Rejuran treatment, a celebrity-endorsed procedure, will see a rise in demand this year as many seek to enhance the skin’s appearance. The procedure entails injecting polynucleotides derived from salmon DNA to enhance skin texture and elasticity. “Rejuvenation is expected to dominate 2025 skincare trends as many seek to a achieve flawless, youthful complexion.
Skincare routines will also include back-to-basic products for a simplified routine.
Ginseng cleansing oil and panthenol cream are among the trending products for 2025. The cleansing oil is excellent for dissolving makeup and impurities without clogging pores and is enriched with nourishing properties to leave the skin feeling and looking refreshed and radiant.
Makeup
Makeup trends will follow suit to achieve youthful and radiant looks. Under-eye brighteners will be sought-after products for delivering coverage while enhancing natural radiance. This beauty tool will complement natural beauty while improving and brightening dull skin.
Makeup looks will be bigger and bolder in 2025 with cluster lashes expected to surge this year. These lashes bring the glam to glamorous looks as they deliver dramatic volume to enhance everyday or special occasion looks.
Peel-off lip stains circulated the beauty industry in 2024 and are expected to dominate in 2025. The growing popularity of this product is due to its ability to provide long-lasting, transfer-proof colour to lips, enhancing a natural aesthetic. Additionally, cherry-coded aesthetics are expected to be everywhere this year as the deep, rich hue can be achieved using peel-off lip stains or bold lip looks for a dramatic effect.
Nails
2025 will be another year of countless, show-stopping nail trends. Goddess Nails and Aura Nails deserve an honourable mention as these designs channel an ethereal, celestial aesthetic for bold, self-expressing nails.
Mitchell himself even boasts 1million Instagram fans, with Pixie Lott, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Molly-Mae Hague among them.
But Mitchell recognised how his life has drastically changed thanks to his business, as he admitted: “I’m from a little council estate up in Bolton.
We were one of the first make-up brands to be on board with TikTok Shop
Mitchell Halliday
“Next minute, I’m flying on private jets to Bora Bora with Jeffree Star.
“It was the maddest thing.”
Mitchell’s fans react
The podcast clip, which was shared on the official @sowrongitsrightpod account on TikTok, has clearly impressed many, as it has quickly racked up 85,100 views in just 17 hours.
Mitchell’s fans eagerly rushed to the comments, keen to praise the down-to-earth business owner.
It’s lovely to see dreams come true
TikTok user
One person said: “I love everything and anything about Made by Mitchell, he is so deserving of his platform.”
Another added: “Mitch you are the loveliest person ever.”
A third commented: “Love that Mitch is doing these podcasts, so genuine and love to see it.”
Whilst someone else beamed: “It’s lovely to see dreams come true.”
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