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Roseanna Ruane has shared a heartbreaking tribute to her late daughter Saoírse on the first anniversary of her death.

The 12-year-old, who won the hearts of the nation following her appearance on The Late Late Toy Show in 2020, died following a long battle with cancer on March 5th last year.

Saoírse launched the first Toy Show Appeal and emerged as one of the stars of the show during her appearance and was just eight-years-old when she appeared on the show with then host Ryan Tubridy.

In December 2019, when she was aged seven, the girl from Kiltullagh, Co Galway, was diagnosed with an Osteosarcoma tumour, a rare form of cancer, in her tibia.

Not only did Saoírse have to endure months of intense chemotherapy, but she also had to have her right leg amputated as a result of her diagnosis.

This came as a devastating blow to her and her family. But Saoírse was fitted with a prosthetic leg and her recovery had brought so much joy to her, her family and her wide community as she continued to work hard at rehabilitation.

Saoírse’s mum Roseanna has been sharing updates on how the family are coping with their grief following her death.

Sharing a video of her daughter’s grave filled with flowers and photos of the Ruane family, on Instagram Roseanna said: “And here we are, the eve of your first year anniversary. We sit here tonight, on what was the anniversary of the day you passed. It was a Tuesday. But tomorrow we will wake to the date being on a Wednesday 5th March. That’s the day you left. The day our hearts broke into tiny pieces.”

The brave young girl is survived by her mother Roseanne, father Ollie and sister Farah Rose. Her parents visit “Saoirse’s Garden” because they don’t like the words grave or graveyard.

Roseanna added: “I tried to explain this to Farah Rose last night, how when you left our hearts broke and no amount of adhesive/glue could ever fix them because a huge piece of our lives is missing forever.

“But our broken hearts are very precious hearts that carry scars from the pain and loss we go through and we wouldn’t want them any other way. They are part of who we are and our story, which is part of you Saoírse.

“We sit and wonder. We contemplate. We look around and still wonder, what’s it all about. We question it all still and probably always will. We wonder why you’re not here..why, why, why, why.

“The big round ball called the world continues to turn and so life carries on. We will never understand this ever. Twelve years on earth, 12 months in heaven. To have had you for 12 seconds was a blessing. Was it really just a beautiful dream??? Mama.”

President Michael D Higgins offered his “deepest condolences” to the Ruane family following her death. He said the 12-year-old’s “strength and warmth was an inspiration to all”.

🌂Cloudy day, rainy night, with highs in the 50s.

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is heading down to Washington today, along with the mayors of New York, Chicago, and Denver, to testify before the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee about how local law enforcement (like Boston Police Department officers) can and cannot cooperate with federal immigration authorities.

You can read this primer from GBH’s Saraya Wintersmith

to catch up on the issues at hand.

Four Things to Know

In a nearly 100-minute speech last night, President Donald Trump boasted about his administration’s actions in its first six weeks. “Our country will be woke no longer,” Trump said. You can find

a full rundown of the main themes of the address, along with fact-checking, right here. 

Two of the largest federal buildings in New England — The JFK Federal Building and the Thomas P. O’Neill Jr Building, both in downtown Boston —

may be up for sale under a plan from the U.S. General Services Administration

to identify real estate that is “not core to government operations.” The JFK building houses an immigration court and offices for the IRS, Homeland Security, Department of Labor, and Veterans Affairs, among other offices; The Tip O’Neill building has offices for a passport agency, social security, and Defense Contract Management Agency.

Boylston bus lane shuffle: First there was a road, then a bus lane, then no bus lane, then a bus lane again. The back-and-forth over a bus-only lane on Boylston Street in Back Bay — which first appeared as a temporary option for riders during a monthlong shutdown of the Orange Line in 2022 and became permanent last year — is entering a new stage.

The city of Boston now wants to do away with the lane,

saying car drivers are often in it and buses don’t have a clear path of travel. The nonprofit Transit Matters calls the move short-sighted, estimating that 20,000 bus riders a day use that lane, and that travel times have dropped by 40 percent during the morning commute.

NOAA cuts: What do mass layoffs of employees at the National Weather Service mean? GBH’s meteorologist Dave Epstein explains: “One thing that’s important, I think, for folks to understand with the National Weather Service is that they provide the watches, the warnings, all those hazards that you hear disseminated from someone like myself here on GBH or any of the other local media outlets,” Epstein said. “I make my own forecasts, but those warnings come from the National Weather Service. And if those go away, we’re going to have a lot of chaos, because then it will turn out to be on each individual media organization to come up with those.”

Related: GBH’s Craig LeMoult spoke with employees

inside the Environmental Protection Agency about what working there is like right now. 

Parents who lost children push bereavement leave bill

There are no laws in Massachusetts — or at the federal level — requiring employers to give their workers bereavement leave: days off after the death of a loved one. Employees who lose a family member sometimes have to use their vacation or personal days to deal with funeral arrangements, the logistics that come with death and the heaviness of grief.

A group of parents went to the State House this week to advocate for change: a bill that would require employers to give parents like them up to 10 days of bereavement leave after the death of a child.

Dr. Erin Bowen, a Connecticut pediatrician and vice president of the Sudden Unexplained Death in Childhood Foundation, experienced this after the death of her 17-month-old son, Conor,

according to the State House News Service

. Her employer initially rejected her request for bereavement leave. It was eventually approved after an appeal.

“After facing the most unimaginable loss, parents should not have to fight for bereavement leave, as well. There is no amount of time that would pass when it would be easy for a bereaved parent to return to work,” Bowen told the State House News Service.

Rep. James Arciero of Westford filed the bill, which would apply to biological kids, adopted children, step- and foster children who die before they turn 18. Parents could use their 10 days of leave at any point in the first year after the death.

Read more about the bill here.

Carmella feels she has been punished by WWE for having a baby and claims the company ghosted her putting an end to her 12-year run.

Carmella has not wrestled since March 2023 as she and WWE announcer Corey Graves welcomed their first child together into the world in November of that same year.

Carmella developed a medical condition during the delivery of her son and as a result, is still no closer to making a return to the ring. The former WWE SmackDown Women’s Champion recently explained that she wanted to get back to WWE but her condition could take a very long time to heal. But now it doesn’t look like that will happen.

It was recently reported that Carmella’s WWE contract has expired meaning that she is no longer with the company and could potentially sign elsewhere.

Now on social media, a preview of her appearance on the Barely Famous podcast has been released where she gives her side of the story on her WWE exit.

Carmella Ghosted By WWE

Carmella reveals how she was told her WWE career was coming to an end and feels like she is being punished for choosing to have a baby:

It just feels like a sh***y way to end a twelve-year career with the company, like, this is how it ended. I got a call saying that my contract was up in ten days…ghosted. Ghosted, completely ghosted.

What if this is the end of my career? Like, what am I doing with my life? What do I have to offer? Why wasn’t I given an opportunity somewhere else…I feel like I’m being punished because I had a baby.

The host suggests WWE could change their mind in the future to which Carmella questions why she’d want to be in a company that doesn’t want her:

Why would you want to be somewhere that doesn’t want you? I wish more for women in general and moms and especially athletes. I feel like you shouldn’t have to choose one. Why can’t you have both?

The full episode of the podcast will drop on Friday, March 7.

A father’s attempt to surprise his son with a high-performance gaming PC turned into a frustrating lesson in tech shopping. Believing he had found a powerful machine, he paid 1,200 euros for what was supposed to be a solid gaming setup.

But once the PC arrived, the ugly truth came out: the hardware was more than ten years old, making the purchase a colossal rip-off. When this story was shared on Reddit, the reaction was immediate—outrage, sympathy, and a flood of comments calling it a blatant scam.

Old Hardware at a Premium Price

The father wanted to ensure his son could play modern AAA games smoothly. Expecting cutting-edge components for the price, he was shocked to find that the PC came with an Intel i5 2500 processor, first released in 2011, and an Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti graphics card from 2019.

While the graphics card is still functional for certain games, the aging processor and DDR3 RAM severely limit performance. Modern games demand significantly more processing power, and a CPU that is over a decade old struggles to keep up.

When they tested the setup, the gaming experience fell short of expectations. The GTX 1660 Ti is capable of running some games at 1080p with decent settings, but the outdated Intel i5 2500 bottlenecked the performance, creating severe limitations.

It became evident that this configuration could not handle demanding titles smoothly, and ray tracing was entirely out of the question. The processor itself had received its last update in 2019, making it not only slow but also potentially vulnerable to security risks.

The father’s disappointment quickly spread online when his friend posted the situation on Reddit, seeking advice on how to break the bad news. Users immediately pointed out that the PC was massively overpriced, calling it an outright scam.

Many agreed that, in 2024, 1,200 euros should buy a gaming PC that can handle modern games effortlessly, not one assembled with decade-old hardware.

How Did This Happen?

The gaming PC market can be a minefield for inexperienced buyers, particularly when it comes to pre-built setups. Many sellers take advantage of customers who lack technical knowledge, disguising outdated components with misleading marketing language.

The father in this case trusted the seller’s description without verifying the actual hardware specifications. Since PC components evolve quickly, a machine that was top-tier in 2011 is now completely obsolete for modern gaming.

One of the most common pitfalls in PC shopping is assuming a high price guarantees high performance. In reality, sellers sometimes inflate prices on old stock, targeting uninformed buyers who might not recognize the hardware’s true value.

Even though 1,200 euros is a reasonable budget for a gaming PC, without proper research, it’s easy to fall into a trap like this one.

Lessons Learned: Awareness Is Key

This case highlights a major issue in PC gaming and consumer electronics: the risk of falling for misleading sales tactics. The father’s mistake, while unfortunate, serves as a valuable lesson for all buyers—never assume a high price guarantees quality.

In today’s gaming market, knowledge is the best defense against scams. By understanding current technology, checking reviews, and comparing components, buyers can ensure they’re getting a PC that matches its price tag. For those who don’t have extensive tech knowledge, turning to trusted experts and communities can make all the difference.

Cumberland Council is organising the memorial at Distington Hall Crematorium. 

Members of the public are invited to come along and share memories of their loved ones. 

In a post on social media, Cumberland Council wrote: “From Monday, March 24, leading up to Mother’s Day on Sunday, March 30, Distington Hall Crematorium invites you to join a special memorial tribute in the Chapel of Remembrance.

“Families and friends are encouraged to bring photographs of their loved ones and place them on the notice board in the Chapel of Remembrance.

“This simple yet meaningful gesture allows individuals to share treasured memories of mothers, grandmothers, and maternal figures who have passed away.

“As a token of remembrance, small seed packets will also be available for visitors to take home, offering a simple way to remember loved ones by planting and nurturing a living tribute.”

As I frantically dig through my wardrobe looking for a black dress which is small enough not to look like a tent on my 10-year-old daughter, along with some tights and a cape I once wore to a Halloween party, I silently curse World Book Day (WBD) for what feels like the 100th time.

You see, as a tired and slightly scatty mum-of-three (Charlie, 16, Eddie, 12 and Jemima, 10), I’ve had over 10 years of it but I’m hoping that, as it’s my daughter’s final year of primary school, this will be my last ever one. Hallelujah!

As much as I’d love to be an arts and crafts type mum who could rustle up a costume at the drop of a hat, I’m more of a last minute ‘add to basket’ Amazon one.

And now it’s WBD again and the pressure is on. I find myself frantically ordering green face paint from Amazon so my daughter can try and emulate Elphaba from Wicked and hunting for a pair of black tights which haven’t been laddered.

My daughter tells me that one of the boys in her class is going as The Wizard of Oz, another girl as Wednesday and that two other classmates are going as the teenager from Dork Diaries. Her BFF is going as Glinda from Wicked and has already stocked up on jewellery from Claire’s Accessories and a wig.

The theme this year is ‘Read Your Way’ which apparently includes either a character from a much loved book or an outfit they would feel comfortable reading in. I’m not sure a pair of pyjamas is quite going to cut it though?

Parental competition

And, while I’m a huge fan of books, I won’t look back and miss WBD because I think the value of reading gets lost in the competitive scrum of costumes. Instead, it’s become just another needless burden for stressed-out working mums like me.

Don’t get me wrong, I know every mother is a working mum but I’ve been self-employed ever since my three were babies and I have always worked around them. My working life as a freelance journalist for the national press is often erratic and filled with last-minute deadlines. So alongside the school fairs and assemblies, fundraisers, information evenings, meet-the-teacher sessions and parents evenings, WBD just feels like yet another thing I have to fit in and manage alongside my day job.

Where we live, on the edge of the glorious Cotswolds, I would say around half, possibly more, of the mums at my daughter’s primary school don’t work which means they have more time, energy and inclination to devote themselves to all the school stuff. And good on them, I say, because it’s just as well someone does. My three are all at different schools and just keeping on top of the emails feels like a full-time job at times.

And don’t get me started on the stay-at-home dads (SAHDs.) They are the really competitive ones. I think it’s marvellous they want to be so involved but some obviously see WBD as their chance to shine. Naturally, these parents put time-poor working mums like me to shame.

Mum guilt

In one standout year, there was the mum who made a Matilda dress for her daughter from scratch and the SAHD who made his son a costume covered in small silver pans – Mr Saucepan from the Magic Faraway Tree.

My daughter, by contrast, was wearing an old jacket and some old jodhpurs (Fern from Charlotte’s Webb) and my son was in a Willy Wonka top hat I bought at the last minute from Sainsbury’s costume section and a massive waistcoat I borrowed from my dad (which was probably last worn in the late 1980s).

Then there was the mum in my daughter’s class who sent her daughter in as the Queen of Hearts complete with a crown, a white rabbit toy and a beautifully embroidered bodice which wouldn’t have looked out of place in a BBC production of Elizabeth 1st. It made my poor daughter, who was basically just wearing her nightie, à la Sophie from the BFG, feel underdressed.

When I picked her up that day, I was met by four foot of pure stroppiness. “I had the worst costume,” she said. “Why couldn’t you make me one like the other mums?” I promised to do better next year.

Bending the rules

It could be worse I suppose. I remember when all three were at primary school and it was a nightmare trying to think of ideas. My middle one is autistic and has sensory issues, so he hates wearing itchy costumes or anything with labels scratching him. I’d have no choice but to put him in whatever the one costume he’d wear at the time would be.

I think he probably did about two or three WBD dressed as a Stormtrooper and at least one as Batman and Spiderman. Not exactly literary heroes, are they?!

“Bless him!” I remember one mum, whose daughter was dressed as Gangsta Granny, saying, consolingly, as I waved my son off at the school gates. In the flurry of the morning, I realised I was still wearing my slippers at school drop-off too. Whoops!

So I for one will be very glad when it’s all over and I don’t have to pretend to care about World Book Day. This year I’ll be setting the alarm a bit earlier so I’ve got time to help my daughter cover herself in green paint. Let’s hope this is the last one I’ll ever have to do.

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Organic Baby Clothing Market Poised for Growth, Expected to Reach USD 2.99 Billion by 2030

The global organic baby clothing market is witnessing a significant surge, fueled by increasing consumer preference for sustainable and non-toxic baby apparel. Valued at approximately USD 1.90 billion in 2023, the market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.67%, reaching nearly USD 2.99 billion by 2030.

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Market Estimation, Growth Drivers, and Opportunities

The organic baby clothing market is driven by several key factors:

1. Rising Consumer Awareness of Sustainability: Parents are increasingly prioritizing sustainable and organic clothing options for their children due to concerns about chemical exposure and environmental impact.

2. Growing Popularity of Organic Textiles: With an increasing number of brands adopting organic cotton, bamboo, and other eco-friendly fabrics, the market is expanding rapidly.

3. Stringent Government Regulations: Many governments have implemented regulations limiting the use of harmful chemicals in textile production, further boosting demand for organic baby clothing.

4. E-commerce Boom: The rise of digital retail has made organic baby clothing more accessible, allowing small and large brands to reach a broader audience.

5. Celebrity and Influencer Endorsements: Social media influence has played a crucial role in promoting organic baby clothing, driving demand among eco-conscious consumers.

US Market Trends and Investment in 2024

The US organic baby clothing market has been experiencing substantial investment and innovation. In 2024, the following trends are shaping the market:

• Increase in Sustainable Fashion Initiatives: Several brands are launching organic clothing lines, backed by sustainability commitments.

• Retailers Expanding Organic Baby Clothing Sections: Major retailers are dedicating more shelf space to organic apparel due to increasing consumer demand.

• Investments in Domestic Manufacturing: Brands are investing in local production to maintain high-quality standards and reduce carbon footprints.

• Rising Adoption of Certifications: Certifications like GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) and OEKO-TEX are gaining prominence, reinforcing product authenticity.

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Market Segmentation and Largest Market Share

The global organic baby clothing market is segmented based on material type, distribution channel, and product type. The segment with the largest market share includes:

• Organic Cotton Apparel: This segment dominates the market due to its widespread availability, affordability, and increasing consumer preference for pesticide-free clothing.

Competitive Analysis: Top Five Companies Shaping the Market

Several key players dominate the organic baby clothing market, each contributing to growth through product innovation and sustainability initiatives:

1. Hanna Andersson: A pioneer in sustainable baby clothing, Hanna Andersson continues to expand its organic cotton collection, incorporating modern designs and eco-friendly dyes.

2. Burt’s Bees Baby: This brand has gained market prominence with its commitment to 100% organic cotton and sustainability-focused manufacturing processes.

3. Finn + Emma: Known for ethically made organic baby clothing, Finn + Emma integrates non-toxic dyes and sustainable production techniques.

4. L’ovedbaby: This company focuses on high-quality organic baby essentials and has recently expanded its product line with eco-friendly packaging solutions.

5. Frugi: A UK-based brand with a strong presence in the global market, Frugi invests in fair-trade practices and innovative organic textiles.

These companies continue to shape the industry by adopting environmentally friendly materials, enhancing product accessibility, and strengthening their global presence.

Regional Analysis: Market Performance in Key Countries

• United States: The US remains a leading market for organic baby clothing, with strong consumer awareness and government support for sustainable textile production.

• United Kingdom: The UK market is growing due to increasing adoption of organic certification standards and the presence of eco-conscious brands.

• Germany: Germany’s strict environmental regulations and rising preference for sustainable fashion contribute to market expansion.

• France: With a strong emphasis on luxury and organic textiles, France is witnessing growth in high-end organic baby apparel.

• Japan: Japan’s demand for premium-quality, chemical-free baby clothing is driving market growth, supported by its innovation in textile technology.

• China: China is emerging as a significant player, with an increasing number of domestic brands adopting organic textiles and government initiatives promoting sustainable fashion.

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The global organic baby clothing market is on a growth trajectory, driven by increasing awareness, sustainability initiatives, and government regulations. With a projected CAGR of 6.67%, the market is expected to reach USD 2.99 billion by 2030.

Key opportunities for growth include:

• Expansion of sustainable textile innovations.

• Strengthened regulatory support for organic clothing.

• Increased investments in ethical and eco-friendly production.

• Rising consumer preference for chemical-free baby apparel.

As the demand for sustainable fashion continues to grow, the organic baby clothing market is set to witness further advancements, shaping the future of eco-friendly children’s apparel.

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Kourtney Kardashian has slammed gossip suggesting her son Mason has become a father at the age of 15.

The 45-year-old reality TV star — who is mother to Mason with her ex Scott Disick — branded the stories “lies” and insisted speculation swirling around her son needs to stop because it’s not “remotely true”.

In a statement posted on Instagram, The Kardashians regular wrote: “I rarely address rumours or conspiracies regarding myself or my family, but this is about my child and it feels wrong to let anyone think for a second that these lies are remotely true. They are not. Mason does not have a child”.

She went on to explain Mason had fallen victim to online hoaxers who set the story in motion using fake social media accounts.

Kourtney added: “These accounts that pretend to be him are definitely not. They are FAKE. My son really values his privacy, and I am asking all media to please be respectful: he is a kid with feelings and a beautiful life ahead of him.

The thought of mothers being abused or killed by their own children – the people they have carried, cared for and nurtured since birth – is something of an underexamined and almost taboo issue in Britain.

There is a slowly growing body of research into why children under 18 use violent behaviour towards their parents. There is an even smaller body of research showing why adults – nearly all of them sons – do the same.

“It is still incredibly hidden, very taboo,” said Prof Rachel Condry, who along with Dr Caroline Miles has been researching violence towards parents for 15 years.

“When we started, practitioners and police officers knew about the problem and had to deal with it, but it wasn’t something that was named, or really talked about. Over the years it has become more of a familiar, known problem, but so much is still hidden.”

The Guardian’s Killed women count project, which documented every woman allegedly killed by a man in 2024, identified at least seven cases of mothers alleged to have been killed by their sons. A new Femicide Census report puts the figure at 173 over the last 15 years.

Some of the key drivers are clear. Issues around lack of housing, substance misuse and, most often of all, mental health problems are key factors behind many of the tragic stories of the women killed by their offspring.

A report on femicide in Merseyside found that 17% of all women killed by men between 2009 and 2023 were killed by their sons, most of whom had mental health problems.

“As children become adults, you see the impact of the unavailability of affordable housing, where older children end up back in the family home but with different power dynamics operating. Parents are also becoming older, they’re probably having more health difficulties and age-related vulnerabilities,” said Dr Victoria Baker, a lecturer in gender-based violence at Manchester Metropolitan University.

“With adult children, you’re also much more likely to have significant mental health difficulties coming into play. So it’s those issues that come together to create a bit of a perfect storm.”

Children and young people are increasingly experiencing mental health crises, with one in five in England suffering from problems such as anxiety or depression. The proportion of 25- to 34-year-olds still living with their parents has increased by more than a third in nearly two decades, according to the Institute for Fiscal Studies.

Prof Amanda Holt, the chair of criminology at the University of Roehampton who completed the first national analysis of parricide (the killing of a parent) in England and Wales, said a failure to consider parents as potential victims was leaving people vulnerable.

“There’s so little understanding around violence towards parents it’s harder for practitioners to know what the red flags are,” she said. “They tend to see parents as carers, not as potential victims. I think a lot of services are just thinking, thank God there’s someone for this person.”

Condry highlighted one case in which a man’s medical notes said he should never be left alone with female members of staff. “But nobody had questioned whether he should live on his own with his mother,” she said.

Data shows the perpetrators of parricide in the UK are overwhelmingly sons, not daughters. It also shows fathers and mothers have been killed by their children in roughly equal numbers in recent years, although when compared with female homicides overall, mothers are disproportionately victims.

Karen Ingala Smith, a cofounder of the Femicide Census, said sex played a key role in the killing of mothers. “We don’t see daughters killing parents in anything like the numbers of sons. This is about men’s violence against women.”

Women are more likely to be victims of “overkilling”, where their bodies are subjected to an extreme level of violence, and are also more likely to report non-fatal violence at the hands of their children.

“When mothers are killed, they tend to be older in age, and they tend to be very isolated, often caring for mentally ill sons,” said Condry. The killing of fathers is more frequently linked to childhood abuse.

Research has found that mothers are seen as a “safe space” for children to use violent behaviours. “They know that they are not going to leave them, they are going to be there for them, and they are not going to be violent back to them if they use these behaviours,” said Baker.

With grownup children remaining in or returning to the family home, mothers are again often the ones “providing support, typically either due to mental health difficulties or substance misuse, or a combination of the two”.

One of the main issues is still the shame and stigma associated with reporting the problem, with parents often reluctant to report their own son or daughter to police and struggling to find anywhere else to access support. With little focus in the media, parents often feel they are the only one experiencing such abuse.

“Over the years, hundreds of mothers have been killed by their sons with almost no attention to it,” said Condry. “There’s a real injustice that women, older and middle-aged women, who are in this situation are marginalised to the degree that nobody is asking questions and nobody is really telling their stories when they’re killed.”