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Nothing makes us feel more put together than a good manicure!

While trawling the Internet for some nail inspiration, one particular trend kept jumping out at me… and for good reason! 

 

aurora#chromenails #mirrornails#holographicnails #winternails#metallicnails#delfinnail

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Holographic nails are EVERYWHERE, and they are so fabulous. 

 

Hello #holo my gel creation:)

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The iridescent glow is achieved using a special sort of powder, and can be used over all sorts of shades.

 

@aoifeking93

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We can't help but think how PERFECT the holographic look would be for the party season, replacing the classic glitter manicure. 

 

Can't COPE @katemitchell__

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Get one step closer to your inner unicorn, and rock the GLOW. 

 

 #magicnails #chromenails #naildust #iridescentnails

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We cannot wait to try this nail-tastic look!  

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A new telephone scam is under way in Ireland.

Gardaí are warning people against the scam, which involves a male or female caller saying they are from the Revenue Office and seeking immediate payment of a tax bill over the phone.

The caller may also instruct people to call another number and give their credit card and personal details.

"Do not give out your credit/debit card, bank account, or PPS Number to anyone who makes contact with you over the phone."

"An Garda Síochána, Revenue, nor any Financial Institution will ever call you and ask for your PPS number or bank account details," warn Gardaí. 

Anyone who receives a call requesting any personal or financial information is advised to end the call and report it to any Garda station or the Garda Confidential line on 1800-666-111.

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Three years after they split, Khloe Kardashian and Lamar Odom have finally been granted a divorce.

According to TMZ, their marriage will officially be over next Friday, December 16.

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The pair waived support, but are splitting their assets from ventures such as their production company, Khlomar.

Khloe and Lamar tied the knot in 2009, but in 2013, rumours emerged that Lamar cheated on his wife, and subsequently, Khloe split from him.

Later that year, she filed for divorce. However, the reality star withdrew her divorce petition in 2015, after the basketball player was found unconscious in a brothel in Nevada.

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Lamar was in a coma for four days, and Khloe decided to stop the proceedings so she could care and make medical decisions for her estranged husband.

When Lamar recovered, Khloe re-filed for divorce in May of this year.

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Another day, another outrageous beauty product to obsess over!

The latest in beauty goodness comes in the form of a scented eyebrow pencil, all thanks to the wonderful people in Too Faced.

The chocolate BROW-nie cocoa powder-infused brow pencil will take your eyebrow game to the next level, and you'll smell delicious. 

The product features a spoolie brush and chiselled tip, and makes your face smell like your favourite dessert. 

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The brow pencil will set you back €22, and is available exclusively online.

What's not to love?

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Lady Gaga just rocked an epic performance at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and her latest album is dominating the charts, but the singer just revealed that she struggles daily with a serious mental health issue.

The pop star wrote an open letter to her fans about her issues with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder on her Born This Way Foundation website. 

 

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"There is a lot of shame attached to mental illness, but it’s important that you know that there is hope and a chance for recovery."

"It is a daily effort for me to regulate my nervous system so that I don’t panic over circumstances that to many would seem like normal life situations," wrote the star.

 

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Lady Gaga reflected on an incident during her Born This Way Ball tour where she became injured after pushing herself during the performances, and credits the mental and physical trauma of the incident to her disorder.

"I was overworked and not taken seriously when I shared my pain and concern that something was wrong. I ultimately ended up injured on the Born This Way Ball."

"That moment and the memory of it has changed my life forever.  The experience of performing night after night in mental and physical pain ingrained in me a trauma that I relive when I see or hear things that remind me of those days," she wrote.

 

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The final words of the open letter were contributed by her psychologist, who encouraged anyone suffering from mental illness to seek the help they need:

 "No one’s invisible pain should go unnoticed."

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Irish poet John Montague passed away in the Clinique Parc Impérial in Nice, France in the early hours of this morning.

The 87-year-old had undergone major surgery to remove a knot in his colon. 

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His widow, American novelist Elizabeth Wassell, told the Irish Times he was “recovering nicely” until yesterday, when he contracted a fever and began to decline. 

John’s daughters, Oonagh and Sibyl Montague, flew to Nice from Ireland to be by his bedside in his final hours.

Elizabeth said: “On Thursday night we were sitting so closely. We were both lonely when we were apart. I suggested to John that it was a second courtship for us. He smiled warmly.

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“The French don’t understand the concept of a wake, but they let us stay with him longer than usual."

John's funeral and burial will take place at Garvaghy, County Tyrone.

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Fans were delighted last month when Conor McGregor announced his exciting baby news, following his historic UFC victory, and we are loving the latest update from their journey.

The couple are currently enjoying a pre-Christmas holiday, and Conor took to Instagram to share a sweet snap – featuring Dee’s blossoming baby bump!

The mum-to-be is positively glowing in the photo, wearing a figure-hugging grey dress and bejewelled statement necklace.

 

Holidays 

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Doting Conor simply captioned the shot, ‘Holidays’, with a love-heart emoji.

Needless to say, fans are delighted for the couple and took to the comment section to pass on their kind wishes.

“Mrs McGregor, you look amazing as always. Gorgeous couple, so happy for you both,” wrote one delighted fan.

 

Another historic night#proud

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The rumour mill had already been sent into overdrive before Conor made the big announcement, on November 12.

After winning his fight, the 28-year-old announced: “I’m going to be a daddy early next year. I’m crapping my jocks, I’m not going to lie. I don’t even know what way to take it.”

He went on to confirm that Baby McGregor is due for next May, and he will be taking a year out from fighting so as not to ‘stress’ pregnant Dee out.

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Congratulations are in order for Neville Longbottom Matthew Lewis – he's engaged!

TMZ has just confirmed that the actor proposed to his girlfriend Angela Jones last month after a whirlwind romance.

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The website reports that Angela just divorced from her first husband four months ago, and Matthew couldn't wait to propose to her.

He popped the question on one knee in Paris.

TMZ shared a photo of the pair after the happy moment, where Angela is proudly displaying her ring in front of the Eiffel Tower.

The pair first met at a Wizarding World event in Universal Studios, Orlando in January.

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You know Birchbox, right? Those subscriptions you can get where beauty products are delivered to your home every month? 

Well, there is now a special subscription specifically for single folk, and it is fan-bloody-tastic. 

The brilliant company behind this concept is called SinglesSwag (obviously), and it offers a monthly subscription.

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Every month, you will receive a package filled with wonderful goodies that are supposed to "empower and inspire" single women. 

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The website explains the message behind the products, stating "we do not subscribe to any societal or cultural expectations on women. We believe a woman's happiness is determined by her outlook, not by her relationship status."

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The boxes contain everything from delicious treats, to wonderful beauty products to make you feel fantastic. 

When purchasing the box, there are two options: SinglesSwag and SinglesSwag petite. 

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Prices start at €23.50 per month, and the company ships worldwide

Yep, sign me up…

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The next season of Celebrity Big Brother is just around the corner, and the latest instalment of the controversial show is set to be bigger and better than ever.

It has been strongly rumoured that the next series will be the special All-Stars vs. New Blood version of the show, introducing new contestants alongside CBB veterans.

 

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Among the celebrities rumoured to be returning are Katie Hopkins, Perez Hilton, Katie Price and Stephen Bear.

Spencer and Heidi Pratt and Calum Best are also in the line up, according to The Mirror.

 

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The veterans are said to be joined by newbies Sam Thompson and Jasmine Lennard.

Khloe Kardashian's BFF Malika Haqq is also rumoured to follow in Jonathan Cheban's footsteps by entering the reality TV show.

 

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The new season is set to air on January 3, 2017.

The 19th series of the show is also said to be just 24 days long, one week less than previous years.

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With Radiohead and Guns N' Roses confirmed for 2017, it looks like next year is going to be major for Irish gigs.

And now, Bob Dylan is coming to the 3Arena.

The legendary musician has just announced he will take to the stage in Dublin on May 11, 2017.

Tickets go on sale next Wednesday, December 14 at 9am.

But you better be quick, we'd say these tickets will be snapped up in minutes.

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It has been a busy time for baby news in celeb-land, and congratulations are in order for Alexa and Carlos PenaVega this weekend.

The former Spy Kids star and her husband have just welcomed their first child, a son, into the world.

A representative for the couple, who have been married for almost two years, confirmed the news to People magazine.

 

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The couple are now the proud parents of little Ocean King. The tot was born on Wednesday, December 7, in Los Angeles; he tipped the scales at 8lbs 6oz.

Both stars took to their Instagram pages to share the first beautiful shots of their newborn, and it’s safe to say that they are in love.

Doting new dad Carlos couldn’t help but gush over his wife and her amazing achievement, posting a ‘glimpse into the previous 48 hours’.

 

8.6 lb blessing. #OceanPenaVega #WelcomeHomeLilO

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The moment life changed forever. #welcomehomeLilO #12/7/16 #8pound6ounceblessing #GodisGreat

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Alexa, meanwhile, shared the first stunning black-and-white photo of Mum and Baby enjoying a bonding moment.

Congratulations to the happy couple on their lovely news.

How majestic is their choice of name?! What are your thoughts? Let us know!

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