Fail: Anna Faris and Chris Pratt trying to fly a kite is EVERYONE

Jul 7, 2016

Our childhoods were spent desperately trying – and ultimately failing – to fly a kite which our parents had splashed out on in the local pound shop.

Running up and down a nearby green while the useless yoke trailed behind us on the ground was as soul-destroying as it got for a nine-year-old, so we're seriously feeling for Anna Faris today.

Taking to Instagram yesterday, Chris Pratt uploaded footage of his wife looking downcast as she tried to get her damn kite to raise even half an inch over her head.

"My wife is all things…Lover. Actor. Mother. Kite master," he wrote alongside a snap of the Scary Movie actress looking like she'd literally lost the will to live.

My wife is all things… Lover. Actor. Mother. Kite master.

A photo posted by chris pratt (@prattprattpratt) on Jul 5, 2016 at 9:34pm PDT

Giving fans an insight into the REAL struggle she endured, Chris then shared footage of the star's plight in a vid which has clocked up a staggering one million views since yesterday.

Encouraging his wife, who – and we don't want to cast aspersions here – definitely needs a little schoolin' in the ol' kite-flying , Chris can be heard shouting: "Come on, come on wind! Good job, it's almost up! It's almost up!"

"Haha that's literally everyone that tries to fly a kite," wrote one Insta user while another remarked: "I don't think even a tornado would send it up with the way she's holding it!"

Now, we know kite-flying was never our thing, but surely a bit of a running start would help…

Come on wind!!!

A video posted by chris pratt (@prattprattpratt) on Jul 5, 2016 at 9:37pm PDT

Kylie Jenner is ‘sick and tired’ of COMPLAINTS about her company

Jul 7, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Kylie Jenner found herself in some hot water this week when it was reported that her make-up business received an 'F' rating from the Better Business Bureau due to a large volume of complaints being made about the company.

Since its launch nine months ago, Kylie Cosmetics has repeatedly sold out its famous Lip Kits but, according to the Mail Online, it has also earned 137 customer complaints which is why it received the lowest possible grade from America's BBB.

But the teen star has shown she is not about to sit back and watch her cosmetics empire be bashed as she has taken to her website to encourage people to look at the facts.

She wrote: "You guys are the reason I keep going and I'm motivated every day to make Kylie Cosmetics the best it can be."

"I'm continuing to learn and I just want to make everyone happy. Because so many of you spoke out, I'm excited to tell you that the Better Business Bureau has looked at the facts and changed the rating."

"I’ve sold millions of lip kits and any complaint we’ve received to date has been addressed in a timely manner."

"I'm sick and tired of people coming for my business. I love everything about Kylie's Cosmetics and I will do anything in my power to protect and improve it every day and make you guys happy."

"I don't want to respond to the haters but you guys deserve an answer and to know the facts. I love you and apologize to anyone who felt the urge to complain and didn't receive the service they deserve."

Sounds like Kylie is pretty determined to get her business back on track.

CONGRATS! Ciara MARRIES Russell Wilson in stunning UK cermony

Jul 7, 2016

by Amber Saunders

She might be best known as Ciara, but Ciara Princess Wilson really lived up to her middle name yesterday when she married professional footballer Russell Wilson at Cheshire’s Peckforton Castle.

The pop star and her new husband – who announced their engagement back in March – took to Instagram last night to share the first picture from their big day with fans.

The image shows the newlyweds walking hand-in-hand down the aisle shortly after tying the knot and is proudly captioned: "We are The Wilsons."

Ciara’s stunning white lace gown – which featured subtle corset detailing to the front and delicate bell sleeves – was designed by her friend Peter Dundas, who also happens to be Roberto Cavalli’s creative director.

We are The Wilsons!

A photo posted by Ciara (@ciara) on Jul 6, 2016 at 1:47pm PDT

The designer later regrammed the shot, writing: “Congratulations my dear friend Ciara and Russell Wilson. Looking like a fairytale princess bride in #CavalliCouture.”

The Love Sex Magic singer wore a long veil over soft curls for the event and completed the look with a simple all white bouquet.

Unfortunately Ciara’s close friend Serena Williams was unable to make the occasion as she was committed to the Wimbledon semi-finals.

A source told E! News: "Serena really wanted to be a part of Ciara's bridal party when she asked her a while back, but she knew work may conflict.”

"Ciara was understanding and knows Serena would be there if she could. They have spoken today and have FaceTimed each other, so it's like Serena is in the room with all the girls."

Thankfully the star wasn’t left short of help in Serena's absence as she had eight bridesmaids – one being singer Kelly Rowland – who were all dressed in Michael Costello custom couture.

Congrats ya'll!

Is she?! EVERYONE thinks Kate Middleton is floating in this picture

Jul 6, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Kate Middleton is a woman of many talents, but now it seems that one of her talents is levitating.

The mother-of-two was snapped walking beside her hubby and Prince Harry while attending the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Somme earlier this week, but people were more interesting in finding out what the hell was with Kate's floating body.

To be honest, at first glance it does look like she's in mid-air, and might be a former member of Hogwarts (wouldn't that be amazing).

But it turns out it's an optical illusion caused by a combo of the colour of the ground in contrast to her shoes, her position and the moment the pic was captured.

Of course, we won't judge if you rather let your imaginations run wild here…

Just like us! Sam Smith’s fans went wild because he flew with Ryanair

Jul 6, 2016

by Amber Saunders

He's an Oscar-winning singer but that doesn't mean he has to fly first class.

Sam Smith was snapped boarding a Ryanair flight today as he made his way back from Italy – and his fans absolutely loved it over on Twitter.

The singer has been silent on social media in recent months after announcing in March, "I'm logging off for a while. Some Martinis shaken not stirred are definitely in order."

But that doesn't make his fans love him any less:

Mate coming back from Italy. Sam Smith on her Ryanair flight. Grounded guy, it seems, even when he's up in the air. pic.twitter.com/efywPrHKaL

— Josh Barrie (@joshbythesea) July 5, 2016

Love this – I wonder if #samsmith had to juggle his luggage to make sure he didn't go over 10kg! #Ryanair https://t.co/LymKuRkX2i

— Sophie Vokes-Dudgeon (@sophiestarstrck) July 6, 2016

Sam Smith never fails to bring my vibes up

— chelsie (@ChelsaaySayWhaa) July 6, 2016

Sam's the man.

The Insta pic that confirms there’s trouble in Cheryl & Liam’s paradise

Jul 6, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Cheryl isn't the kind to constantly update her Instagram, but she took to the social media app over the weekend to share a concerning photo…

But the concern isn't for the singer and her new beau Liam, nope… It seems there's some trouble between Cheryl and Liam's DOGS.

A photo posted by Cheryl (@cherylofficial) on Jul 2, 2016 at 5:38am PDT

The former Girls Aloud star snapped Liam's dog Watson meeting her teeny tiny Chihuahua, Coco – and Coco looks very angry at Watson (who seems to not give AF).

One of Cheryl's fans commented: "Whahahaha look at Watson he is like what are you doing I'm bigger and stronger than you so what are you doing."

The couple are major fans of their pooches though, as Liam showed on IG a while ago:

When u know you've trained him really well

A video posted by Liam Payne (@fakeliampayne) on Apr 10, 2016 at 9:31am PDT

It shows Watson agreeing to Cheryl's commands, but totally ignores Liam. LOLZ.

Let's hope the dogs can find a way to live together, because it looks like Cheryl and Liam's romance isn't going anywhere…

This ONE tweet just summed up what’s wrong with Pistorius’ ruling

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Jul 6, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Oscar Pistorius was sentenced to six years in prison for the murder of Reeva Steenkamp, and one journalist has just pointed out the problem with his sentence.

Bloomberg reporter Kevin Crowley posted this on Twitter shortly after Oscar's ruling today:

SA courts gave Mandla Chauke 77 years for killing a #rhino, #OscarPistorius six years for killing Reeva. #justice? pic.twitter.com/bCg1rS85T8

— Kevin Crowley (@CrowleyKev) July 6, 2016

Posting a picture of Reeva and a rhino side by side, Kevin made out a stark disparity in the severity of South Africa's sentencing laws.

He captioned the picture: "SA courts gave Mandla Chauke 77 years for killing a #rhino, #OscarPistorius six years for killing Reeva. #justice?"

In 2011, Mandla Chauke was arrested for killing three rhino calves in Kruger National Park.

His arrest backfired and turned into an exchange of gunfire with his team and the police, which ultimately killed his associate Samson Msimango.

The 77-year sentence was one of the heaviest seen. It was aimed at preventing illegal trade of animals in the future and also to protect poaching laws in South Africa.

However, Oscar Pistorius was found guilty of manslaughter and given a five year sentence by an appeals court in 2014.

But today's ruling upgraded his sentence to murder, which can see the guilty spend a minimum of 15 years behind bars. Oscar was sentenced to six.

Now, the murder of a rhino for profit is inexcusable. It's horrible and undeniably cruel. Nevertheless, the contrast between both sentences is something to think about.

Kevin's tweet has been retweeted nearly 2,000 times.

Wahey! This 100-year-old woman says GIN in the secret to a long life

Jul 6, 2016

by Amber Saunders

We all like the odd G&T on a night out, but now a 100-year-old woman has gone and said it's the key to her long and happy life!

Mabel Jackson from the UK (who is SO cute BTW) believes that having some gin every single day is her secret to staying young – and who are we to disagree?!

Now, Mabel doesn't just knock back one gin and tonic. Nope, she downs SIX in a day.

She told the Suffolk Gazette: "I have two at lunchtime, one at tea time with a biscuit and then three more during the evening while I do my knitting."

Routine is key, Mabel.

"I swear the gin keeps me young!" she added.

Now, before you go and knock back six G&Ts, Mabel is not a doctor and it's probably not advised you follow suit but hey, whatever keeps you young, right?!

So FLAWLESS! Blake Lively rocks pregnancy style like no one else

Jul 6, 2016

by Rebecca O'Keeffe

Time and time again, Blake Lively stuns on the red carpet, leaving us all feeling just a little bit inferior to her greatness.

Blake, 28, is currently expecting her second child with BABE Ryan Reynolds, and is absolutely SLAYING her pregnancy style once again!

Don't believe us? Check this out…

1. Mellow yellow

Blake appears at a luncheon in Cannes, wearing a beautiful velvet midi dress.

2. Legs out

The mum-to-be strolled the streets of NYC in this daring mini-dress by Monse.

3. Glamour alert

Walking the red carpet in Cannes rocking an embellished gown by Atelier Versace.

4. Bodycon bonanza

It takes a special kind of confidence to wear a tight bodycon dress with a baby on board. WORK IT!

5. Cinderella alert

Blake embraced her inner Disney princess with this AMAZING Vivienne Westwood dress.

6. Pretty in pink

Blake was papped leaving her New York home, donning the prettiest maternity dress we have EVER seen.

7. Leather love

Daring to be different, Blake stepped out for a movie premiere wearing a dress with a leather corset. Why not we say?

8. Fabulous feathers

Feather mini dress and a hoodie? An award winning combination it would seem.

Blake Lively is due in November of this year, and we cannot wait to see the new arrival!

I SPY! Ed Sheeran photobombs Taylor Swift’s Instagram ‘love’ snap

Jul 6, 2016

by Amber Saunders

Ed Sheeran is a man who likes to keep his life private – especially his love life.

However, the singer ended up photobombing one of Taylor Swift's snaps which saw him sharing a passionate kiss with his girlfriend Cherry Seaborn.

Tay has uploaded a series of snaps of her celebrations from her 4th of July weekend-long party, but the one with Ed's appearance has to be our fave.

The Trouble singer posted the pic on Insatgram, which shows her hugging her BFF who just got engaged. She captioned the snap: "Love actually is all around. Congratulations guys."

"Love actually is all around." Congratulations guys @abigail_lauren @teddysphotos

A photo posted by Taylor Swift (@taylorswift) on Jul 5, 2016 at 3:28pm PDT

Tay's friend Abigail reposted the snap and wrote: "When there's literally so much love around your only option is to make a room for all of your love banners & sing love songs to each other. @taylorswift we LOVE you! Kudos to @teddysphotos (Ed) for the photobomb of the year."

As cringey as that sounds (all singing love songs to each other??), we do love Ed giving us a little snippet into his love life.

Dublin taxi driver FINED following dispute over shortest route home

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Jul 6, 2016

by Amber Saunders

A Dublin Airport taxi driver has been fined after it was ruled that he failed to use the shortest route to his customer's destination.

Barry Burns, who pleaded not guilty to a taxi regulation charge of not driving as directed by his passenger. denies the charge and maintains that he allowed his customer, John Conroy, to choose the route.

According to the Irish Examiner, John Conroy requested that Mr. Burns take the M1 to his home in Blackrock, Co Dublin last March, but was told by the taxi driver that it was closed and that the M50 or Finglas route would be quickest.

Despite assuring the customer that the fare would cost €10 to €15 more than the standard €35 fare had they taken the M1, Mr. Conroy was ultimately charged €64.40.

The Dublin District Court heard that the customer felt pressured to agree with the suggested route, telling the defence barrister: "The whole atmosphere was not pleasant, that is the way I go, through the tunnel, I felt under pressure."

"I wanted to go the M1 and I was told there was an accident and it was blocked, that was not the case, " Mr. Conroy added.

Mr. Burns, who recalled heavy traffic on March 20th, agreed that there was a quicker alternative route but claimed the customer chose the route they ultimately took.

After fining Mr. Burns €250, Judge Walsh also ordered the taxi driver, who has been in the profession for ten years, to pay €130 in witness expenses.