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Right, first up, if you have a ticket for one of Adele's two Dublin gigs, count yourself very, very lucky.

The roughly 45,000 tickets for the 3Arena gigs tonight (March 4) and tomorrow (March 5) sold out in minutes when they went on sale back in December.

MCD have released some important information ahead of the concerts, which we heartily suggest throwing your eyes over before heading to the 3Arena. After beating the odds and nabbing a ticket, it'd be pretty upsetting to miss out on the gig because of a mix-up with times or dates.

The main thing to make note of is that Adele's show kicks off at 8pm sharp, with no support act. Doors at the 3Arena will be open from 6.30pm, and give yourself plenty of time to get there, especially if you'll be battling Friday traffic this evening.

Secondly, anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and the standing area is for over 14s only. Good to know if you're bringing along younger kids.

After her Dublin gigs, Adele is headed for Manchester, London, Glasgow and Birmingham, before spending May and June touring the rest of Europe.

See you there!

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All Saints may have brought us some classic pop tunes in their heyday but we are seriously impressed by their latest offering. 

The recently reformed foursome have just released the music video for their first single from their upcoming album, One Flag, and not only do they look amazing, but they sound it too. 

The song, named One Strike, is a personal one for the group as it is about the marriage split of Liam Gallagher from Nicole Appleton. 

"It's not about the divorce. It's about the moment I found out what he did to me. When you hear the lyrics it all makes sense," said the 41-year-old. 

It was revealed in 2013 that the Oasis singer had fathered a child with a US journalist while he was married to Nicole. 

The video even ends with Nicole shedding one of Liam's trademark trench-coats and it's all kinds of brilliant. 

It's safe to say over nineteen years since the girls got together, they definitely still got it. 

 

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Many of us are extremely thankful to puberty for ridding us of our awkward teenage years, but the internet thinks Bella's transformation from a fresh faced teen into a striking model is almost too lucky. 

We all know that the Hadids are aesthetically gifted and we reckon Bella has probably just benefited heavily from her family's genetics and yet the dreaded words 'plastic surgery' are still being thrown around. 

Pictures have been circulating of the 19-year-old taken just six years ago and people have been speculating over the transformation. 

According to US magazine, Star, a 'friend' of the model reported that she had taken advantage of her wealthy background to maximise her looks. 

"Bella has always been hugely insecure, but it really ramped up when Gigi started modelling.

"She really went to town with her dad's credit card and is practically unrecognisable."

However, others have noted that it is completely natural for women's faces to thin and for features to become more defined as they grow out of childhood. 

So yeah, we're not sure about the validity of this one because we would like to think we also look totally different now to how we did at thirteen but there is something going on with that nose…

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Just over a year after being discovered unresponsive at her Atlanta home, the cause of Bobbi Kristina Brown's death has been revealed.

The 22-year-old daughter of Whitney Houston died from a combination of drug intoxication and drowning, a statement from the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed this morning.

Bobbi was discovered face down in a bathtub in her suburban Atlanta townhouse on January 31, 2015. She remained on life support in hospital until June of last year, before being moved to hospice care where she passed away on July 26th.

A full autopsy report will soon be released, after a judge yesterday granted a media request for the results to be unsealed.

According to the statement released today, Bobbi had marijuana and alcohol in her system at the time of the incident, along with medications used for sedation or to treat anxiety.

TMZ report that the drugs in her system included "a cocaine-related substance called benzoylecgonine, benzodiazepines (prescription anti-anxiety meds) and morphine.

Bobbi's boyfriend Nick Gordon was last year served with a civil lawsuit by the Brown/Houston family in relation to his treatment of Bobbi before her death.

Mr Gordon, who recently completed a stint in rehab, was accused of punching his girlfriend in the face, knocking out a front tooth and dragging her upstairs by her hair.

It is also alleged that he "routinely" transferred funds "into an account controlled solely by him" without having her consent or authorisation.

Speaking to the media four months after her death, Bobbi's aunt Pat Houston said her family had known that Bobbi was in trouble with drugs and alcohol, and were hoping to send her to rehab before the January 2015 incident.

"When we really found out that Krissy [Bobbi Kristina] was in trouble, we were really making plans to do something about it… but it came too late," she said in an Entertainment Tonight interview recorded last November.

Many fans noted that Bobbi's death bore a sad resemblance to that of her mother Whitney.

The music icon was discovered submerged in a bathtub at the Beverly Hills Hilton in February 2012, and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Sometimes when you need it most, a guardian angel steps in to offer a helping hand.

That's what happened to one single mother this week, after she received some distressing news from her electricity supplier.

A fellow passenger on her train, which was departing an army base in Lod, Israel, described the story over Love What Matters Facebook page.

"Today, as part of my regular routine, I get on the train that leaves the Lod station at 4:27 PM on the way back home from the base.

"I sit down by the window, put in my earphones, and I begin unwinding after my day’s work, when suddenly I’m hearing a conversation from a young woman, a soldier like me, who subsists on a soldier’s salary, and an only child of a single mother.

"And she’s begging the electric company not to disconnect her electricity at home until the 28th, when her mother receives her Social Security pension (The mother subsists solely on this pension.).

"And they, as usual, are indifferent, And disconnected the electricity. Meanwhile, she’s crying hysterically.

"And then suddenly, an angel appears out of nowhere, 'Kidnaps' her phone, pays out of his own pocket her sizable debt of $500, and gives her the confirmation number. And, he did it with great love, so this young woman could regain her peace.

"A man of action, humility, and the biggest heart I’ve ever seen. I get off the train filled with hope and faith in people. There are still a few good ones who do for others without the expectation of anything in return."

The poster named the man in question, Ophir Yitchak, and even included a picture.

What a gorgeous story.

Here's hoping that woman can pay it forward and help someone else out down the line.

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The eldest Beckham, Brooklyn, turns the ripe old age of 17 today, and to celebrate we've been treated to some seriously adorable throwback snaps by his proud parents.

David Beckham, who rarely goes more than a few days without sharing a sweet social media update about his kids, took to Instagram last night to wish his son a happy birthday.

"Seven years ago today this little man came into this world and changed our lives in so many ways," he wrote alongside an old black-and-white snap of himself and "Bust".

Too cute. "We were given the most precious gift that makes us smile and proud every time he walks through the door," the dad of four continued.

"Not so little anymore but look at the smile. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BUST."

Brooklyn's mum Victoria dialed things back even further with her birthday post, a photo of her smiling "baby" with the caption, "Happy Birthday beautiful boy.We are so proud and love you so much."

And even Brooklyn himself got in on the throwback action, sharing yet another black-and-white childhood photo, before telling his 6.2m Instagram followers that he was excited for  his "ifrst driving lesson."

Anyone else feeling VERY old right now?

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If you've managed to make it to work/college this morning without have a total meltdown, pat yourself on the back.

Commuters in Ulster and Leinster were given QUITE the treat this morning, with snow, sleet and ice blanketing a large chunk of the country.

While much of the 'snow' turned to mush and slush, certain more sheltered areas saw heavy snowfall. All in all, it was a total disaster, especially for anyone trying to get to work on time.

Buses, trains and LUASes turned into warm, overpacked tin cans:  

 

But anyone with a car really had to suffer:

 

A few brave souls even risked getting frostbite to stop and take a picture:

 

And of course there were a few ice-related accidents too.

 

Plus, the inevitable delays on EVERY form of transport – including planes:

Thank God it's Friday. We could NOT do this all over again tomorrow.

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Union J's Josh Cuthbert, Jaymi Halmsley and JJ Hamblett are about to become a trio – at least until they find a replacement for George Shelley.

The band confirmed via a statement on Facebook this morning that they would be continuing on their "incredible journey" without George.

While the statement describes the decision as a 'mutual' one, it seems the reality is quite different.

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George's former bandmates alleged in interviews with The Sun this morning that he just wasn't putting in the required effort any more, especially after gaining more media attention following his stint in the I'm A Celebrity jungle.

"He did the jungle, he came off it and his head space was different to ours," Josh Cuthbert said of the decision to continue on without George.

"Using a sporting analogy, he wanted to turn up to the big matches but not turn up to training."

In a statement on Twitter today, JJ Hamblett insisted the decision was George's alone, adding, "We feel we are just getting started and owe it to you guys to continue."

 

As for Jaymi Halmsley, he was also quick to point the finger of blame in George's direction, saying. "He wasn't putting his full effort in. One member is not bigger than the band."

There's been no word from George via social media as yet. The singer, who came out as gay last month after weeks of speculation about his relationship with his I'm A Celebrity co-contestant Ferne McCann, is apparently keen to focus on his broadcasting and acting career.

This includes work on Capital FM and the BBC3 show Murder in Successville.

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This video of a veterinary assistant comforting a dog after surgery has been spreading good vibes across this internet this week and it is also kind of making us want to change profession. 

This footage shows Dennis Moses, a staff member at the BARCS Animal Shelter in Baltimore, giving much-needed cuddles to terrified pup Meesha who had just come out of surgery. 

Baby Meesha was coming off her anesthesia and was a little scared because her body felt so weird. BARCS Surgical Assistant Dennis Moses took her out into the quiet hallway to comfort her. One of our awesome volunteers just happened to be walking by to capture this sweet moment. Thank you to Dennis and all the staff who work long, tireless hours in the background of our shelter—saving lives and loving the animals. (Turn on the sound, it will melt your heart!)

Posted by BARCS Animal Shelter on Thursday, February 25, 2016

"BARCS Surgical Assistant Dennis Moses took her out into the quiet hallway to comfort her. One of our awesome volunteers just happened to be walking by to capture this sweet moment."

And it seems that the internet is totally enamoured by the duo as the video has raked up over ten million views. 

And there was good news for the pup as the shelter shared an image of the adorable rescue dog settling into her new home. 

Yay for happy endings! 

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We were sceptical to say the least about the reported romance between the recently-divorced Cheryl and One Direction's Liam Payne when it broke last weekend, but the pair have since confirmed the romance. 

Well, sort of. 

They are definitely teasing fans with social media posts and some cryptic messages. 

So is it real or have they been playing a big ol' trick on us? Here's all the evidence: 

1) Initial rumours 

The story was 'broken' by British tabloid the Sun in a huge front-page splash last weekend which seemed to come out of nowhere. 

The paper reported that the duo were a few months into their relationship and very happy. 

While Liam and Cheryl may have simply decided to come clean about their romance, reports have speculated that they could also have just decided to play along… 

2) THAT Tesco snap 

A picture of Liam and Cheryl reportedly doing some grocery shopping in a Tesco in Guildford earlier this week emerged, supposedly confirming the romance. 

Though it certainly looks like them, the photo was taken from behind thus leaving it open to suspicion. 

Also we find it hard that the pair would be picking up groceries together in a small town in rural England at midnight. 

3) Those comments 

Liam was also caught commenting on Cheryl's Instagram snap that she shared as she headed off to the Brits. 

4) Liam's Instagram 

Liam (the scamp) appeared to confirm the rumours by changing his Instagram profile pic to a picture of him topless with his arm around Cheryl. 

He also changed his profile description to simply: "Happy" 

However, the next day he deleted both the pic and the description. Hmm. 

3) The Mystery Men 

All of a sudden, Cheryl and Liam began openly posting pics of each other as they spent time together yesterday. 

First, Chezza shared a snap of herself with man's arm around her. The arm was later confirmed to be Liam's when she posted another pic featuring herself, Liam (donning the same purple jumper as the aforementioned photo) and two other men. 

"My mystery man line up," read the cryptic caption followed by the hashtag #whosworthit, which is the tagline of L'oreal with whom Cheryl has a contract. 

Considering that Cheryl was clearly doing some publicity for her various brands on the day, fans have been speculating that Liam was present to drum up some publicity… 

4) Finally, that tweet 

Cherly also shared this very cryptic tweet yesterday, which could be about people assuming her and Liam are an item. 

Or it could be about something else altogether. We'll let you decide.  

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We all know that top models Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid are bosum buds but they took their friendship one step further today by transforming themselves into each other. 

Yep, for today's Balmain fashion show Gigi went brunette while Kendall donned a peroxide blonde shade for her locks. 

And they still looked amazing, obviously. 

The BFFs were joined by a whole host of famous faces, but everyone was talking about their hair transformation. 

While they may be wigs, it's safe to say that this pair could work any shade and style. 

Also donning stunning Balmain pieces were Jourdan Dunn, Rose Huntington-Whitely, Bella Hadid and Karlie Kloss.  

Gigi, who suffered an embarrassing nip-slip at the Versace show last week, was totally covered up today in grey hues while Kendall donned a fur-lined ensemble. 

And the capes of course, who can ignore those stunning cape-like coats. 

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And so apparently that is that. 

The love affair that broke up relationships, clogged our newsfeeds and caused turmoil in the Celebrity Big Brother  house is officially over, though we doubt this will be the last we hear of Jephanie. 

Jeremy McConnell spoke to Dáithí and Maura on the Today Show confirming the rumours that he 'cheated' on Stephanie while she was still in the house. 

"What happened, I was evicted a week and a half before the finale, she had a boyfriend in the house," said the Irish model. 

"When I got evicted, I went down to Newcastle, I ended up with a girl that night. But this was before she got out of the house.

“I was with someone that night. I didn’t deny it."

And it seems that Steph has called it quits. 

"I don’t know," came the reply when asked if the pair were still together. 

"Stephanie is in Majorca at the moment. The way she put it to me, she has split up with me."

The confession comes the same day as Steph tweeted her chat with the alleged girl in question, 19-year-old dancer Caroline Pope, which was since deleted. 

Jez also went on the share a pic of a ream of furious texts from the former Hollyoaks actress before also removing them. 

And that, as they say, is that (for now). 

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