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The Irish Sun
20 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Dunnes Stores fans rushing to buy ‘super cosy' Barbie pink fleece perfect for gym – and it costs just €20
DUNNES Stores fans are rushing to buy a Barbie-pink fleece perfect for the gym after it landed on racks. The Longline Half Zip Fleece is available in stores and online now. 2 Dunnes Stores has dropped a new fleece 2 The fleece is a bargain at €20 It is priced at just €20 and comes in sizes XS to XXL. The retailer said: "This super cosy half zip fleece features a high neck to keep the chill out, handy front pockets, and a curved hem. "Ideal for keeping warm on chilly winter days." It can be worn with gym leggings or jeans depending on your day. READ MORE IN FASHION Meanwhile, a fashion fan has found the The Savida Bella Midi V-Neck Dress is retailing for €35 in The dress has shirring on the waist and a tiered skirt in a baby pink colour. It has a deep v-neck with decorative ties and loose sleeves. Most read in Fabulous And the frock also boasts barely visible embroidered motifs. 'It's an absolute beaut' says Dunnes Stores fan over summer dress with striking bodice just €40 Monica, who posts under @ tried on the dress and dubbed it the perfect day-to-night dress for fashion lovers aged over 50. Modelling the dress, she wrote on Instagram: "Such a sweet dress that you can wear day or night, to the beach or out for a casual dinner, to the playground or just popping into town. "Accessory it your own way to wear in different occasions and of course you will find it in Savida in all "Loved the embroidery on the material and that is pink of course." And describing the dress Dunnes Stores bosses said: "Designed with a flattering v-neckline and a graceful silhouette, this dress boasts an all-over pattern of delicate embroidered motifs. "The tiered skirt flows beautifully with every step, making it perfect for casual evenings out. "Savida is available exclusively at Dunnes Stores." The pretty dress comes in sizes XXS and XXL and all sizes are still available online. Fashion fans rushed to the comments to share their thoughts. One person said: "Looks nice and comfy." THE HISTORY OF DUNNES STORES DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit. Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland's first 'shopping frenzy'. During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne's 'Better Value' bargains. Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 - starting with apples and oranges. The retailer said: "Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town. "Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong. "Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas." The retailer's first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960. They added: "In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed. "Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England." Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
Scottish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Tennis-mad Princess Charlotte steals the show in cute dress outfit and Barbie pink nails for the men's Wimbledon final
Charlotte can be seen clapping alongside brother George in a touching moment before the start of the match ON THE BALL Tennis-mad Princess Charlotte steals the show in cute dress outfit and Barbie pink nails for the men's Wimbledon final Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PRINCESS Charlotte stole the show today donning a cute dress at Wimbledon as she took centre stage with her family for the men's singles final. The young tennis-mad princess, 10, could be seen smiling as she joined dad Wills and mum Kate, both 43, and older brother George, 11, in the Royal Box. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Princess Charlotte stole the show today at Wimbledon as she watched the men's singles final Credit: Getty 5 Charlotte covers her mouth during the match - showing off her Barbie-pink nails Credit: Getty 5 Charlotte cools off in the heat with a Wimbledon fan Credit: i-Images 5 Charlotte, 10, alongside brother George, 11, and mum Kate and dad Wills, both 43 Credit: Getty They are among 15,000 fans enjoying a hotly-anticipated final between Spain's Carlos Alcaraz and Italy's Jannik Sinner - the two best tennis players in the world right now. In a sweet moment, Charlotte joined brother George in applauding 11-year-old cancer patient Ambrose Caldecott as he walked on court to perform the coin toss. On Sunday, Kate met with the young lad from south London and praised him for his bravery. She told him: "What a brave boy you've been. Good luck today, we'll be cheering you one." Charlotte - wearing Barbie-pink nails - could also be seen chatting with mum Kate as they both pointed to the court after a ferocious backhand winner from Alcaraz. Tennis-mad Charlotte also appeared at the final last year alongside Kate, which was one of the royal's first public engagements following her cancer diagnosis. Prior to the match today, the family were introduced to a special greeting party near the players' lounge. Kate wore a sleek blue dress with a necklace while William donned a smart double-breasted navy suit, complete with matching tie and pocket square. Prince George was also kitted out in a smart suit and tie for the grand occasion, while Charlotte wore a cute frilly outfit. The family first talked with men's doubles winners Julian Cash and Lewis Glasspool, who became the first all-Brit pair to take the top prize in 89 years on Saturday. Cash, who banked £680,000 with Glasspool for his historic win, was congratulated by both royals. Princess Kate appeared to tell them they had done well to battle the 29C heat as well as their opponents. She said: "Well done... how does it feel? It was so hot." Cash replied: "It was good, but pretty stressful." The royal then introduced the players to George and Charlotte, who were standing by her side. In a hilarious moment, Cash, 28, asked the young prince if he was "any good" at tennis, to which George replied: "I'm alright." As the family then walked towards Centre Court, Charlotte waved to countless fans who poured into the All England Club for the much-anticipated final. The royals were joined by actors John Lithgow and Matthew Mcconaughey in the Royal Box. While Mayor of London Sadiq Khan appeared suited and booted next to his wife Saadiya.
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First Post
09-07-2025
- Health
- First Post
Now a Barbie doll with Type 1 diabetes: How common is it among children?
Dollmaker Mattel has launched its first Barbie with Type 1 diabetes, which features her with a glucose monitor and insulin pump. The idea, developed in collaboration with Breakthrough T1D, the company says, is to encourage inclusivity and representation read more The new Type 1 Diabetes Barbie has chestnut hair and wears a visible continuous glucose monitor (CGM) on her upper arm. The device, attached with heart-shaped Barbie-pink tape, helps track her blood sugar levels in real time. Image courtesy: Instagram/@barbie Next time you're at a toy store, you might spot a Barbie that looks a little different. Instead of just a trendy outfit or new hairstyle, she's wearing a glucose monitor on her arm and an insulin pump on her waist. Mattel has introduced its very first Barbie doll with Type 1 diabetes, as part of its inclusive Barbie Fashionistas line. The idea, the company says, is 'to enable more children to see themselves reflected and encourage doll play that extends beyond a child's lived experience.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD It may seem like a small change, but it carries a strong message—managing a medical condition doesn't make you any less normal. And when kids see their own realities represented in something as everyday as a doll, it can make a big difference. So, how common is Type 1 diabetes among children? And why has this doll struck such a chord? Here's what to know. Type 1 diabetes in children: What it is & how common is it? Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own organs and tissues. In this case, rough antibodies go after cells in the pancreas that make insulin, an essential hormone that helps the body turn food into energy. As a result, the body doesn't make enough of its own insulin, so people have to take insulin by injection or through a pump to survive. According to the International Diabetes Federation report in 2022, over 1.5 million children and adolescents under the age of 20 live with Type 1 diabetes globally. The condition is chronic and often diagnosed in childhood, though it can develop at any age. Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is an autoimmune condition where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own organs and tissues. Image for Representation. Pixabay In India, approximately 97,700 children under the age of 15 are estimated to have Type 1 diabetes, according to research published in the Indian J Endocrinol Metab. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Unlike Type 2 diabetes, which is more commonly linked with lifestyle and often seen in adults, T1D is not caused by diet or activity—it's a condition kids are born with or develop early in life. What does the Type 1 diabetes Barbie look like? The new Type 1 Diabetes Barbie has chestnut hair and wears a visible continuous glucose monitor (CGM) on her upper arm. The device, attached with heart-shaped Barbie-pink tape, helps track her blood sugar levels in real time. Her mobile phone, another accessory, displays an app showing her glucose readings, just like the ones children with T1D use. The doll also comes with a light blue purse, coordinated with her shoes, that holds essential supplies and snacks to manage sugar lows throughout the day. On her CGM screen, there's a graph displaying the blood sugar highs and lows that typically occur, while the blue polka dots on her outfit are subtle nods to the colours and symbols of diabetes awareness. The type-1 diabetes Barbie. Image courtesy: Mattel To get the details just right, Mattel partnered with Breakthrough T1D (formerly Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation), a leading global organisation focused on Type 1 diabetes research and support. Emily Mazreku, the organisation's marketing and communications director, who also lives with T1D, worked closely with the Barbie team to ensure the doll authentically represents the lived experiences of kids with the condition. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD To promote the launch, Barbie collaborated with two high-profile advocates who live with T1D, model Lila Moss and Peloton instructor Robin Arzón, who are being honoured with their own versions of the new doll. Why having a Barbie with T1 diabetes matters For children living with Type 1 diabetes, seeing a beloved character like Barbie managing the same condition can be incredibly empowering. It not only helps normalise their daily experiences but also shows them they're not alone. Dr Sian Jones, co-founder of the Toy Box Diversity Lab at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, has studied how inclusive toys can shape young minds, CNN reports. Her research, alongside colleague Dr Clare Uytman, shows that when kids play with dolls who have physical challenges or medical conditions, they're more likely to develop empathy and understanding toward people with disabilities in real life. In other words, representation through play matters. Krista Berger, senior vice president of Barbie and global head of dolls at Mattel, echoed this sentiment. She said the launch of the T1 diabetes Barbie is 'an important step in our commitment to inclusivity and representation.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Barbie helps shape children's early perceptions of the world,' Berger added. 'By reflecting medical conditions like T1D, we ensure more kids can see themselves in the stories they imagine and the dolls they love.' Barbie's inclusive world Barbie's journey towards inclusion didn't start with the Type 1 diabetes doll, and it certainly won't end there. Back in 1997, they introduced their first doll with a disability: Share-a-Smile Becky, who used a wheelchair. But the launch wasn't perfect. People quickly noticed that Becky's wheelchair didn't fit through the doors of Barbie's Dream House, something that mirrors the kind of real-world accessibility challenges people with disabilities face every day. Since then, Barbie's universe has grown to include a much more diverse cast of characters. Over the years, Mattel has worked to make sure more kids see themselves in the dolls they play with. Blind Barbie, Barbie with vitiligo, Barbie on a wheelchair. Image courtesy: Mattel Today, the line has dolls with more than 175 different looks, including a variety of skin tones, eye and hair colours. It includes a Barbie with behind-the-ear hearing aids, a blind doll who uses a cane and another with a prosthetic leg. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In 2022, the first deaf Barbie was released along with a Ken doll with vitiligo, an autoimmune disease that causes the skin to lose pigment. They even introduced a Black doll with natural hair texture and skin tone variations to better reflect the diversity of its audience. With input from agencies
Miami Herald
09-07-2025
- Health
- Miami Herald
Barbie Just Released Its First Doll with Type 1 Diabetes, and It's a Game-Changer for Millions of Kids
Barbie is once again breaking new ground, this time with the introduction of its first-ever doll representing a person with Type 1 diabetes. The doll's addition to Mattel's Fashionistas line, which champions diversity and inclusion, comes equipped with her own medical devices: a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) on her arm and an insulin pump clipped to her waist. This thoughtfully designed doll aims to allow children to see themselves reflected in the toys they play with, helping to normalize chronic health conditions from an early age. The doll's accessories include the wearable tech essential for managing Type 1 diabetes, featuring a CGM sensor held in place with a, Barbie-pink heart-shaped adhesive patch. She also carries a phone displaying a glucose-tracking app and a light blue purse to hold snacks or other essential supplies. According to a press release, Mattel collaborated closely with Breakthrough T1D, an organization for Type 1 diabetes research and advocacy, to ensure authenticity and accuracy. The partnership was crucial in designing a doll that reflects the lived experience of those with the condition, the brand says. This includes the doll's outfit-a blue polka-dot crop top and matching ruffled skirt-is a nod to the global symbols for diabetes awareness. "Barbie helps shape children's early perceptions of the world, and by reflecting medical conditions like T1D, we ensure more kids can see themselves in the stories they imagine and the dolls they love," said Krista Berger, Senior Vice President of Barbie and Global Head of Dolls at Mattel. Aaron J. Kowalski, Ph.D., CEO of Breakthrough T1D, shared the significance of the collaboration. "I have lived with T1D since I was 13, and my brother since he was three, so this partnership is deeply personal – it means the world to be part of bringing greater visibility to a condition that affects so many families," Kowalski stated. The release has been met with widespread enthusiasm, particularly from the Type 1 diabetes community. An Instagram commenter wrote, "Omg!!! This is the best thing I have ever seen. THANK YOU!!!!! Would love to see a Ken doll added to this collection for my son." "I would have absolutely *LOVED* this when I was diagnosed at 5," another person posted. "I guess I can still play with her at 34 with my own daughter." "When I was diagnosed at 6 yrs old, THIS would have meant the WORLD to me. There was simply no representation of T1D in 1979, and kids thought I was contagious," another commented. "Oh who am I kidding, this means the world to me NOW. Once a Barbie girl, ALWAYS a Barbie fan!" "I'm 47, have been diagnosed with type 1 diabet3s when I was 8 years old," another Instagram user wrote. "This Barbie is what I've waited for my whole life." Copyright 2025 The Arena Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Indian Express
09-07-2025
- Health
- Indian Express
Barbie rolls out doll with type 1 diabetes; here's everything you need to know
The latest addition to Mattel's Fashionista line is a stylish Barbie dressed in a chic blue polka-dot crop top, a ruffled mini skirt, and chunky heels. But what sets her apart is the insulin pump on her waist and a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) on her arm, making her the brand's first-ever doll representing type 1 diabetes. Created in collaboration with Breakthrough T1D, formerly the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, this Barbie is designed to reflect the experiences of more than 304,000 children and teens in the United States who live with type 1 diabetes, Barbie's official Instagram handle stated. Unveiled on Tuesday at the Breakthrough T1D Children's Congress in Washington, DC, the doll made her debut during the three-day event. This new Barbie features realistic tools used by people with the disease, such as a CGM on her arm secured with heart-shaped Barbie-pink tape, a phone application showing her real glucose levels, and a matching light-blue purse consisting of supplies and snacks for blood sugar regulation. The doll's CGM also features a daily blood sugar graph, highlighting the highs and lows many diabetics experience. A post shared by Barbie (@barbie) Emily Mazreku, director of marketing and communications at Breakthrough T1D, has type 1 diabetes herself and played an intrinsic role in the doll's development. 'Mattel approached us, and they wanted this to be a part of their Fashionista line. And we jumped on that opportunity right away,' CNN quoted Mazreku. She spent nearly two years leading focus groups and gathering input to ensure the doll authentically reflected the community's needs. The glucose readings on Barbie's phone are from a real day in Mazreku's life during the design process, CNN reported. The Fashionista line now includes over 175 diverse dolls, representing a wide range of skin tones, body types, and disabilities. Among them are dolls with vitiligo, prosthetic limbs, hearing aids, and a white cane for blindness. In 2024, the Barbie with Down syndrome and the blind Barbie were among the top sellers globally.
