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RTÉ presenter Maia Dunphy showed she can give just as good as she gets when she poked some fun at her comedian husband Johnny Vegas via Twitter!

The What Women Want host announced the news of her first pregnancy last night by sharing a picture of her ultrasound with followers. Maia couldn't resist the chance to have a laugh at Johnny's expense though, by adding a miniature pint of Guinness to the image, sitting right on top of the little one's belly!

The image was captioned, "Well @JohnnyVegasReal , at least we know he's definitely yours…"

Always a good sport, Johnny replied minutes later by saying, "No need for a DNA test then, or for @MaiaDunphy to splash out on expensive maternity gear, just borrow my jeans x x"

What a cute pair!

Maia and Johnny have been married for four years but have been living in separate countries for most of that time, with Johnny in the UK and Maia in Dublin. However the expectant mother recently made the big move to London to finally be closer to her husband before starting a family.

"It's always been the way so it's all we've ever known," said Maia of their long-distance marriage, "But it's getting harder, which is probably a good sign. If it was getting easier, you'd need to ask questions. But I'm really excited… The time is right."

While this is Maia's first child, Johnny already has a ten-year-old son with his ex-wife Kitty Donnelly.

Congrats to them both!

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It's the storyline that's had us all gripped for months, and now Eastenders fans are finally going to find out who murdered Lucy Beale almost a year ago.

A new teaser trailer for the show's upcoming 30th anniversary episode has been released, with a "week of revelations" set to begin on Monday 16th February.

The haunting clip features a number of spooky happening, from unexplained handprints to creaking swings, ending with Lucy Beale herself floating above the Square.

We know, right? FREAKY.

Lucy's father Ian, her twin Peter, stepmother Jane, Denise Fox, Max Branning, Abi Branning and Jay Brown are among those suspected – but the show's writers have managed to keep the killer's identity under wraps until now. A number of clues have been revealed over the last ten months, including one at last weeks National Television Awards – an audio clip of Oh What A Beautiful Mornin', supposedly the last thing Lucy heard before her death.

It's been SUCH a long wait, as this stage we just want to know who did it!

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Although Bruce Jenner has yet to publicly speak out about rumours that he is transitioning to life as a woman, his stepdaughter Kim Kardashian has strongly hinted that big changes are ahead.

Former Olympian Bruce split from Kris Jenner back in 2013, with the divorce papers filed late last year. Since then, Bruce's changing appearance has led many to speculate that he may be planning to live life as a woman. The rumours really came to a head earlier this month when US magazine InTouch Photoshopped an image of Bruce's face onto that of a female actress, claiming that he had spoken out about his sex change plans. 

Kim tackled the situation on a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, saying that Bruce is currently "the happiest [she's] ever seen him" despite the media backlash. 

While she did admit that Bruce was going through something significant, the reality star was reluctant to divulge any further information. "We support Bruce one hundred percent… I think that when the time is right he'll talk about whatever he wants to talk about," she said in the interview, which airs tonight.

When asked about the rumours, Kim said, "I guess I'll kind of let everyone be curious and I feel like that's his journey to talk about… I think everyone goes through things in life and I think that story and what Bruce is going through, I think he'll share whenever the time is right."

The Kardashian-Jenner clan rallied around their dad last week, posting a family snap on Instagram as a touching show of support:

Whatever Bruce is going through, we hope he feels he can share it with his family.

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Our busy lifestyles often mean that we are constantly on the go and rarely taking time to consider ourselves anymore. To ensure you can stay on top of life while enjoying it to the full, there are many apps that can help. 

From mood trackers and sleep aids to meditation and exercise, many of us will find at least one of these apps helpful in our life. 

Headspace
Meditation has been proven time and time again to be beneficial to our health. By taking ten minutes out of our daily routine to concentrate on our breathing, other aspects of our life can become a lot clearer. Headspace teaches you from the start how to meditate and is by your side all the way.

Sleep Cycle Alarm Clock
Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for our mental and physical health. This app analyses not only how long you sleep, but the quality of the sleep you are getting. The app also has an alarm clock that will wake you up with soothing tones, guaranteed to have you hopping out of bed fresh as a daisy!

Optimism
This app allows you to track your moods as well as develop strategies for anxiety and depression. Optimism then creates graphs and reports that you can share with your doctor or mental health professional.

YOGAmazing
Yoga can be great for stressed minds and tired bodies. Gentle stretches and deep breathing can be beneficial for your mental and physical health. If a busy schedule means you can’t make it to a yoga class, this great app is for you. With many classes in the app, it’s like having your very own one-on-one yogi!

Evernote
Think of Evernote like the diary you can bring everywhere. Personal photos, travel documents, reminders, receipts – everything you need in the one place. After all, an organised mind cannot be underestimated! 

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The world of music was shaken up yesterday when it emerged that Blink-182 singer-guitarist Tom DeLonge had quit the group to focus on other projects.

His fellow members Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker announced that Tom "didn't want to participate in any Blink-182 projects indefinitely, but would rather work on his other non-musical endeavours."

The band then revealed that Matt Skiba of punk-rock band Alkaline Trio would be replacing Tom for upcoming gigs including a headline concert at this year's Musink festival in California.

However Tom strongly denies ever saying he had quit Blink-182, making a statement through his rep which said, "The ONLY truth here is that I have commitments that limit my availability this year. I love Blink-182 and I'm not leaving."

He also took to Instagram to clear up any confusion, adding that he had been working on Blink-182 projects when he heard about his supposed departure from the group.

"To all the fans, I never quit the band. I actually was on a phone call about a blink 182 event for New York City at the time all these weird press releases started coming in… Apparently those releases were 'sanctioned' from the band. Are we dysfunctional- yes. But, Christ…..#Awkward #BabyBackRibs," wrote the star.

Hmmm… we wonder if he'll stay true to his word and re-join the band later this year?

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Poor Cheryl Fernandez-Versini was no doubt trying to enjoy some down time on holidays recently after a hectic few months working on The X Factor, but it seems things didn't quite go to plan.

The singer and her husband Jean-Bernard jetted off to the Caribbean earlier this month for an idyllic couple's holiday which included a spot of under-sea snorkelling.

Jean-Bernard revealed that his wife was left totally startled when she spotted an unwelcome visitor swimming above them… a blacktip reef shark!

Although reef sharks are generally harmless, there have been incidents of them biting divers in the past, and so the couple were urged to swim away from the area and leave the water by lifeguards.

While Cheryl was terrified by the ordeal, Jean-Bernard saw the funny side, even sharing this photo of the snorkelling session on Instagram with the caption, "Ever heard a Geordie scream, 'It's a f***ing shark?'"

Yup, sounds pretty similar to what we'd be shouting too.

Despite Jean-Bernard making light of the situation, a source revealed that the pair were left pretty shaken up after leaving the water. "It was a very scary experience for them both. There are warnings up about sharks all year round in that part of the world, but nobody expects to actually see one."

We're glad to hear the couple made it home safe and sound!

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We love nothing more than a celebrity poking fun at themselves, and Kim Kardashian doesn't disappoint in this latest clip

The star appears in phone network T-Mobile's new commerical, which will be broadcast during the ad break for next week's Superbowl. Conan O'Brien treated viewers to a sneak peek of the ad on his show last night, with Kim appearing as a surprise guest later in the night.

We have to admit, this is hilarious.

Save the data, guys. Do it for Kim!

 

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Many of us lust for long, shiny and manageable hair – but it’s not always easy to get or to maintain.

Elements like the weather, what products you use and your environment can all impact your hair. Here are some natural remedies for whatever your hair issue may be!

For…dry hair
Try: Olive oil

So it’s not going to be clean or easy, but look on the bright side, we could have said mayonnaise. Brush out your hair and pour some olive oil into your palms and rub throughout your hair. If the bottom of your hair needs more attention, concentrate there. Afterwards, wrap your head in a flannel scarf or towel and leave overnight.

For…dull hair
Try: Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar will not only give your hair great shine but will also encourage growth and will smoothen your hair’s cuticles. In a spray bottle mix half vinegar with half water and spray throughout your hair. Use the spray in between shampooing and conditioning and leave for 5-6 mins before moving onto your next step.

For…hair that won’t grow
Try: Egg whites

Crack some eggs into a bowl, using only the egg whites and combine lightly. Apply as a hair mask and watch your tresses get stronger and longer.

For…split ends
Try: Vitamin E capsules

For split ends in between cuts, simply break open some Vit E capsules and apply to the ends of your hair.

For…frizzy hair
Try: Avocado

Avocado has great essential fats for healthy skin, nails and hair when we eat it– but it works a treat applied to hair also! For frizzy hair, apply mashed avocado throughout your hair and leave for an hour or so. Then shampoo and condition as normal. The oil in the avocado will add moisture to your hair and reduce frizz levels. 

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Fans of Blink 182 are set to be very disappointed as it has been revealed that Tom DeLonge has officially quit.

In a statement released this morning, Mark Hoppus and Travis Barker announced that Tom, who has been with Blink 182 for 23 years now, has decided to concentrate “on his other non-musical endeavours.”

It seems as if things are far from okay with the trio, with Mark and Travis stating: "We were all set to play this festival and record a new album and Tom kept putting it off without reason. A week before we were scheduled to go in to the studio we got an email from his manager explaining that he didn't want to participate in any Blink-182 projects indefinitely, but would rather work on his other non-musical endeavors. No hard feelings, but the show must go on for our fans."

Ouch!

However, there may be some good news in here somewhere for punk rock fans as it has also been revealed that Tom will be replaced by Alkaline Trio’s Matt Skiba for March’s Musink festival.

It’s definitely the end of an era!

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The legendary Ellen DeGeneres turns 57 today, and to celebrate we're taking a look back at some of the moments from her show that made us laugh the most over the years…

1. That time she terrified the life out of Taylor Swift
Much as we love Taylor, we got SUCH a kick out of this prank!

 

2. That time she learnt the Gangnam Style dance with PSY…
…And Britney Spears. NBD.

 

3. That time Sofia Vergara did an "Ellen in your ear" prank on an unsuspecting shopkeeper
"I'm in a new movie called When Dogs Are Running and Horses are Silent"

 

4. That time Crystal Swring introduced the world to Cork
ACTUAL CRINGE.

 

5. That time four-year-old Kai sang Bruno Mars with such SOUL
Kai's been back on the show a number of times since, but we love this first performance!

 

6. Basically any time she said something like this…

Happy birthday Ellen!

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This is just way, way too far! TV star and radio personality, Howard Stern has been blasted for branding UK singing sensation, Sam Smith “an ugly motherfu**er”…when describing why he likes him so much. Eh?

The radio show host was describing Sam when he came up with some less-than-pleasant reasons as to why he admires him: “You know what I like about that guy? He’s an ugly motherfu**er. He’s fat.”

He then went on to say that Sam seems effeminate, saying: “Is he gay? He looks gay to me, not that anybody looks gay, but he does seem effeminate. I like that he’s chubby and gay. That’s why I love him.”

Wow – and how could Sam possibly be offended by your list of things you love about him, Howard? Replying to the cruel words, Sam decided to take the high road and simply tweeted: “Can’t believe what I’ve just read … Ignore.”

We love that he isn’t letting people get him down – there’s a lot of cruel people to put up with when you reach the top it would seem!

Sam is currently nursing a broken heart after his relationship with boyfriend of two months, Jonathon Zeizel came to an abrupt end last week. 

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Sofía Vergara and her very dashing fiancé, Joe Manganiello have been engaged since Christmas Day – and now we have finally got to see her stunning engagement ring!

And trust us, it was worth the wait! The huge rock was the centre of attention at last night’s Screen Actors Guild Awards, which she attended with her husband-to-be. The actress also spoke to reports about her plans to marry, saying that it is going to be a big wedding: “It’s going to be a lot of people. It has to be a lot of people.”

Sofía, who has a 23-year-old son Manolo with her ex-husband, hasn’t ruled out having children with Joe, saying that because he is younger than her, his wish to be a dad is expected: “I’m 42, but he’s younger than me and he’s never had kids so of course if we can do it, why not? It needs a lot of planning, but we have to leave it to God to see if it happens.”

How adorable would those kids be?!

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