The closest we’ve ever gotten to a yacht is singing I’m On a Boat over and over while our mates threw flipflops at us, so getting to steal a sneak peek inside a real one is kind of a big deal.
And to know that a five-deck, 240-foot beauty, which could be ours for a mere €119 million, is currently docked in Kinsale, Co Cork is almost more than we can bear.
So ladies, should you want to 'feel the wind in your harms' as our favourite Friend Rachel Green might say, Grace E will set you back €600,000 a week, but hear us out cos it’s totally worth it.
Boasting a pool, hydrotherapy bath, open-air Jacuzzi and gym, Grace E, which is believed to be owned by Florida-based billionaire Bob Stiller, is exactly what dreams are made of.
Oh, and did we mention the fact it sleeps 12 guests across six suites and even rocks its own beauty salon, massage area and film library? Well, it does, and we want IN!
With a crew of 20 to tend to your needs, time spent on this award-winning vessel would set us up for life.
The Internet can be a nasty place for women whose bodies don’t abide by “normal” beauty standards and as one endurance athlete recently proved that idea applies to women at both ends of the size spectrum.
By the time Brittany Aäe was 39 weeks pregnant, the fitness coach was fed up of people criticising her toned body.
Taking to Instagram, Brittany posted a photo of her heavily pregnant body beside that of plus-sized model Tess Holliday – who recently gave birth to a baby boy – to highlight that despite their very different body types and weights both women were being subject to abuse for their pregnancy figures.
She wrote: “In this image these two women are at about the same stage in their pregnancies – 39 weeks.”
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“That is the gorgeous @tessholliday looking boss on the left and me with the defined abs on the right. She is a voluptuous model and I am a sinewy mountain athlete.”
“Both of us are shamed for our size – she for her roundness and me for my smallness. Both of us are having or had healthy pregnancies as validated by our healthcare providers. Both of us are making empowered choices about our personal health.”
After pointing out both the similarities and differences between herself and Tess, Brittany – who purposely documented her pregnancy fitness regime for those who were interested in staying in shape through pregnancy – asked why were they being so heavily criticised.
If tending to your bikini area with a razor is second nature to you, you may want to consider the warnings issued by experts who know so much more about the inner workings of our bits than we could ever claim to.
Commenting on the trend which exists among a vast majority of women who choose to remove most – if not all – of their pubic hair, Dr Vanessa Mackay of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists suggests we need to rethink this practice.
Speaking recently to The Independent, she explained: "Pubic hair offers a natural barrier to keep things clean, to decrease contact with viruses and bacteria, and to protect the tender skin of the area."
According to those in the know, when we go to town on ourselves with the razor for both hygiene and aesthetic purposes, we are actually increasing our chances of contracting infections.
"While protecting against diseases and skin problems, pubic hair prevents foreign particles like dust and pathogenic bacteria from entering the body," she continued. "Pubic hair also helps to control the moisture of the area which decreases the chances of yeast infections."
It sounds like we might need to start embracing our natural look…
It's a quarter to four in the morning, you and your BFF are slumped across the kitchen table after a night out and as one of you cracks open more vino with the heel of your shoe, the other begins to have what can only be described as an existential crisis.
Teetering perilously close to the edge, she insists you mean more to her than – hic – anyone else in the world, but – hic – what is the point in this whole – hic – thing called life?
If that sounds familiar, you're going to feel like you've already read Justin Bieber's latest post because it basically sounds like all of us after a few too many gins with a few less hiccups and a lot more punctuation.
"It's crazy how some people don't even question or ponder the reason for their existence and are okay going through the motions," he began in a post which has clocked up 427,000 likes in just two hours,
"We don't live to die," he insisted." We have purpose and meaning! Step outside your comfort zone and challenge your friends by asking those tough questions like what do you think the meaning of life is? What do you think your purpose is?"
"I'm not saying you have to believe the same thing I believe but at least have the discussion," he pleaded.
"Sometimes it can be scary opening yourself up to what can come from those conversations, and I think it can be easier sometimes to just avoid and not think about it."
Finishing off the post before faceplanting signing out, the Love Yourself singer wrote "But I think it's worth it!!!"
Good man yourself, Justin. Sure, you're dead right.
Many of us have heard that “eating is cheating” when it comes to drinking, but how dangerous is it to actually believe and apply that concept in reality?
Well according to new research carried out by the University of Houston, combining alcohol consumption with more extreme diet type behaviours can lead to a condition called “drunkorexia”.
Science Daily have defined drunkorexia as “a non-medical term that refers to a combination of alcohol with diet-related behaviours such as food restriction, excessive exercising, or bingeing and purging” – basically cutting calories in various ways to avoid alcohol-related weight-gain, get drunk easier or both.
Although drunkorexia is not a new phenomenon, this study suggests it is now affecting more people than ever before with 80% of the 1,184 students surveyed having recently engaged in at least one drunkorexic behaviour.
Assistant Professor Dipali Rinker who was involved in the study said: "College students appear to engage in these behaviors to increase alcohol effects or reduce alcohol-related calories by engaging in bulimic-type or diet/exercising/calorie-restricted eating behaviours."
According to the study, women were more likely to engage in bulimic-type behaviours than men but men and women were equally likely to skip meals if they planned a heavy night of drinking.
Experts have warned that drunkorexic behaviour can have negative consequences in both the long and short terms.
Not eating before drinking heavily increases the chances of blacking out, being injured and making decisions you'll regret later on.
As always drinking in moderation is advised, as is following a healthy diet and exercise regime.
We've seen some gas things at Luas stops in our day, but none of them have ANYTHING on this Irish dancing bride who was captured on camera this weekend.
While waiting at the Jervis Street stop, Facebook user, Christian Murdoch, found himself understandably captivated by the scene unfolding in front of him, and thankfully grabbed his phone in time to share it with the rest of us.
In a floor-length wedding gown and veil, a woman decided to kick up her heels (literally) and dance a jig with another girl while a bystander provided the soundtrack for their performance,
The footage, which has been viewed more than 5,000 times since its upload, was captioned: "I was really enjoying this then the Luas came!"
While Facebook users were quick to give props to the two dancers, an even bigger number were impressed by the singer, with one member of the public writing: "Let's hope the video goes viral and he gets some kind of recording deal!"
In an industry which consistently focuses on the aesthetic, Aussie actress, Rebel Wilson, insists she has no intention of conforming to Hollywood's beauty ideals, and even credits her shape for her global success.
According to The Independent, the Pitch Perfect actress insists that despite what Hollywood would have you think, gaining weight actually did wonders for her career and celebrity profile.
Reflecting on the moment which caused her to question the link between appearance and audience appreciation, Rebel recalled being in a play with an actress larger than her.
Speaking to The Telegraph, she said: "I was like: ‘Oh. That girls’ getting a lot of laughs, a lot easier than me. What is it?’ Because I don’t think there’s much difference in talent."
"And I remember distinctly thinking: ‘I think it’s because she’s fatter’. And then, I don’t know if it was mega-conscious, but I thought: ‘How can I get more laughs? Maybe if I was a bit fatter…’ And then suddenly I was fatter and doing comedy,” she explained.
Rebel said her appearance has predominantly worked to her advantage, once telling Cosmopolitan: "When I walked into my agent’s office for the first time, they looked and me and said, ‘Wow, we have nobody on our books like you.’ And they signed me on my second day here."
The 36-year-old actress, who suffers from a hormonal imbalance, acknowledges that her perspective is far from the norm in Tinseltown, saying: "I saw my size as being an advantage whereas so many women see it as a disadvantage."
Back in the day the avocado was a mysterious being people in hotter countries always seemed to be putting on their faces, but since earning its superfood status the green and black beauty has received international acclaim.
Unfortunately for avo-lovers on this side of the world though, all that creamy green goodness still comes at fairly noticeable cost.
But not to worry – someone has finally come up with a simple (and cheap) device which will allow you to grow you own avocado tree at home.
The AvoSeedo is a plastic avocado-shaped bowl with a flower-shaped hole in its centre which can be bought online for less than €12.
To grow an avocado tree, all you have to do is place a peeled avocado seed into the hole and then put the AvoSeedo into a water-filled pot.
From then on your avocado plantation will be pretty low maintenance – only requiring fresh water every couple of weeks.
After one to three months you’ll finally have your own teeny tiny avocado producing machine. Sounds amazing right?
Well, unfortunately the Daily Mail has discovered it can take up to 13 years before the tree would be mature enough to produce any actual avocados.
So unless you really have the patience of a saint, you might have to find some other source of avocados in the meantime.
Becoming pregnant by a member of One Direction last year made Briana Jungwirth instant internet fodder as die-hard Directioners clamoured to share their thoughts on the relationship that existed between the LA-based stylist and Louis Tomlinson.
And unfortunately for Briana, the new mum has had to face an inordinate amount of criticism and scrutiny since welcoming her son Freddie in January of this year.
Taking to Twitter last night, the 24-year-old, who is reported in a custody battle with the One Direction star, pleaded with the public to respect her and her child as they reluctantly navigate life in the public eye, but unfortunately for Briana it did NOT go down well.
"To all those who feel the need to make disparaging, hateful and inappropriate comments concerning me and my son Freddie – I am sincerely sorry that you all have chosen to focus your time and attention on my life and the life of my son", she began.
"Surely you must have better things to do than pry into the personal ife of a single mom and newborn child," she continued.
"I am a proud new mother that is extremely joyous about my child being in this world and have shared that joy with my friends and family on a daily basis – often times through social media."
"However, that does not give anyone the right, or an invitation to be nasty and disparaging toward me," she wrote. "So, please stop prying into the private and personal facts of my life and my son's life in order to weave stories and peak public interest."
In the lengthy post, Briana urged people to rethink their approach to her and her son, writing: "I am confident that in the days and weeks to come, you all will find that your negativity and venomous attacks were little more than time wasted."
Unfortunately for Briana, it looks like her words fell on deaf ears with many Twitter users using the post as a platform to slam the single mum.
"I know none of this is real but she's making herself look like a f*cking idiot (I'm loving it), like honey sit ur ass down," wrote one.
Slamming Briana's post, another wrote: "She literally follows every acc out there abt her & "Freddie", also she can put accs on private if she wanted privacy lol." (sic)
Insisting that she's simply looking for attention, Briana's followers suggested she check her privacy settings before suggesting that her personal life is being invaded.
The 4th of July has become synonymous with lavish celebrity gatherings, with Taylor Swift hailing as reigning queen of pop star parties.
Taylor hit the beach in her home town of Rhode Island yesterday, throwing her fourth annual July 4th party, and brought her model-filled squad along for the celebrations.
In attendance was Taylor's new beau, Tom Hiddleston, who declared his love for his new GF. by rocking a ' I heart T.S' shirt.
The couple appeared to be unable to keep their hands off each other, photographed in a loving embrace in the ocean. CUTE!
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Taylor, 26, who recently broke it off with Calvin Harris, started her new love affair with Tom Hiddleston mere weeks ago, and the press have been obsessed with the new couple.
Rumours have been spreading that Tay is calling the Tom 'the one', and has even introduced him to her Mother. It all looks a bit familiar *cough cough Harry Styles*
Publicity stunt or not, they are a very cute couple.
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Taylor was rocking a very affordable and festive red bikini with the word 'America' across her front. The two piece can be purchased in Forever 21, and will set you back just 20 quid.
Flat-pack lovers rejoice! You’ll soon be able to build your own bike thanks to IKEA.
According to The Telegraph, the world's largest furniture retailer is set to grow its already expansive body of goods by launching its first ever flat-pack bicycle.
The Sladda – whose name means “to skid sideways” – will come in one colour, two sizes and have a mix of optional add-ons so if you fancy pimping out your DIY ride you can always add a basket or trailer.
As well as being lightweight and chainless, the Sladda's gears are automatic – which means they go up and down with your movements.
IKEA is so confident with its new product they’ve guaranteed it for 15,000 kilometres but according to The Guardian, the Sladda isn’t quite the flat-pack dream you’d expect as their reviewer – who does cycle – found it pretty difficult to put together with IKEA's wordless instructions.
But if you fancy a challenge and like the idea of flying around the city on your very own flat-pack masterpiece, you could get a Sladda from €700 later this year.
Let's face it, using social media to take the p*ss out of your parents is just part and parcel of being an obnoxious millennial.
Even though they may have taught you how to use a spoon and pull up your pants, they're unfortunately fair game when it comes to sarky Twitter quips or scathing Facebook statuses.
But it looks like one lad may think twice before deciding to shame his mum in public again if the results of his latest tweet are anything to go by.
"Worst thing about me mother not answering her phone, is her voicemail reminding me that she's on the absolute poverty Tesco Mobile," wrote Mr Joe Lee this weekend in a post which didn't go unnoticed by the good folk behind the network.
Worst thing about me mother not answering her phone, is her voicemail reminding me that she's on the absolute poverty Tesco Mobile.
Responding to Joe's tweet, they came back with 'Nah the worst thing is your own mother blatantly ignoring your calls', and then. ladies, all hell broke loose.
Absolutely loving the fact Joe got schooled in front of millions, Twitter users wasted no time rubbing his nose in it…cos that's what people do online, right?
@tescomobile@MisterJoeLee LMAO Tesco Mobile ended your career and I've never heard of them UNREAL DIG
"This is it, the most lit tweet of the day. I might transfer to tesco mobile now," wrote one while another commented 'YOU'VE JUST BEEN ENDED BY TESCO MOBILE'.
