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Having rekindled their romance after going on a purported break, Ellie Goulding has spoken about her relationship with Dougie Poynter. 

The pair posed for a gorgeous photoshoot for this month's issue of Glamour magazine and the singer revealed that things can get awkward when the pair are told they look like siblings. 

"People always say we look like brother and sister. Even our family members say it."

"It's quite weird."

The 29-year-old does admit however that the similarities may come down to the fact that the pair share a very similiar sense of fashion. 

"We dress kind of similar. Dougie's always like, 'We can't both wear this shirt!' But I like it."

The On My Mind singer also gave reference to the brief break up of the couple last month. 

"Relationships have their ups and downs. And sometimes, yeah, I want to be left alone. Dougie is respectful of that." 

"Dougie and I have such different musical worlds, but he understands when I've had a tough rehearsal or tough couple of days travelling. I don't like to rely on him to get me through everything, though. I'm an independent person – I do like to take care of things myself."

And it turns out that Ellie had a total crush on the former McFly guitarist way before they ever even met. 

"He is definitely the one forever. He's been through a lot, and he has a quiet depth that I love," Goulding said in another interview last year.

"And you know what, when I was a teenager, I fancied him, but I thought he was out of my league. Way too good-looking for me." 

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While Kanye West released the name and cover art of his new album early in 2015, we kind of felt like he was never going to give us a release date. 

Well, he just has and he did so in the most un-exuberent way possible. 

Yep, there you have it folks! Swish will be ours on February 11. 

Meanwhile, Kim shared an adorable throwback snap of Kanye to her Instagram. In the pic, the young star look concentrated as he dons headphones and slouches over a keyboard.

Kim captioned the pic with the name of two songs from Swish: "REAL FRIENDS AND NO MORE PARTIES IN LA." 

The cute snap can also be seen on Kanye's website where you can exclusively listen two the two tracks from his new album.

Way back in March of 2015, Kanye revealed that he was changing the name of his album from So Help Me God to Swish

Swish is set to be the follow up to the 2013's highly successful Yeezus. 

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It seems that Laura Whitmore has a bit of time off following her hosting stint with I'm a Celeb and she is choosing to spend it showing her new boyfriend around Ireland. 

Yep, Laura has decided not to head away to the sun but to do a good old fashioned tour of Ireland with her rocker beau, Rory Williams. 

Rory, frontman of the band Sunset Suns, and Laura have been going strong ever since they met at a music festival over the summer.

 The 30-year-old presenter has been enjoying exclusive access to some our of most delectable tourist spots as part of a tour of Ireland's Ancient East, an initiative by Discover Ireland based upon the success of the Wild Atlantic Way. 

Laura is in Kilkenny for a few days with Discover Ireland, so she brought her boyfriend with her and they have been having a great time," a source told the Irish Herald. 

"Laura said she hasn't been to Kilkenny that much lately, as she is always so busy, and Rory loved it. He finds the Irish countryside so peaceful and they were treated so well by everyone."

Laura and Rory were even given a courtesy Go Car in which they could travel the Irish countryside in style. 

Since embarking on their trip two days ago, the lovely pair have been enjoying free meals and accommodation as well as a jewellery making master class and a trip to the Smithwick's experience in Kilkenny. 

We're dying to see where they are heading next! 

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While Little Mix might be one of the biggest girlbands in the world right now with their latest album having outsold One Directions' Made in the AM, it seems their status doesn't help them in the love department. 

Speaking to the Daily Star, the girls revealed that they just don't attract members of the opposite sex. 

"We don't get that much male attention," revealed Jesy. 

"We get a few wolf whistles which is lovely and then backstage we're all like: 'Oh my god, did you hear that wolf whistle?' But honestly, that's about it!"

Yep, Jesy said that their attention from males is so sparse that the band get giddy over: "a few wolf whistles."

However, the girls are excited to have gained more male fans with the release of their chart-topping album, Get Weird. 

"Our audience has changed now. It used to be just a lot of young girls but now there are a lot of boys listening to our stuff," said Perrie. 

And it seems that the girls hope that their new male fans dig them as Jade piped up that they must at least: "fancy us." 

"Well I hope they think we're hot!" replied Perrie. 

Don't worry girls, we reckon they must just be intimidated!

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Ever since old flames Harry Styles and Kendall Jenner were snapped canoodling on board a luxury yacht in St. Barts over the Christmas break, everyone has been wondering just what the hell is going on between the pair. 

Well, thankfully Khloe Kardashian came to the rescue yesterday while doing a press tour for her new show, Kocktails with Khloe. 

Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, the Kardashian revealed that her baby sister is in fact seeing the 1D heartbreaker. 

"They were hanging out together. Do I think they're dating? Yes. I don't know if they're like boyfriend-girlfriend. Nowadays, I don't know, people are weird with stuff. So I don't know their 'title.' "

"But I mean, they were in St. Barts together hanging out, so to me that's dating. I would call that dating." 

However sources are revealing today that Kendall is determined to keep the relationship casual. 

"Kendall is just having fun right now," another source revealed to Entertainment Tonight. 

"She is proceeding with caution and seeing where it goes. She doesn't want to get hurt. She knows what the deal is."

"It can't go anywhere serious. Kendall lives in Los Angeles and New York City, working constantly around the world, and Harry lives in London and tours around the world."

The 20-year-old model and singer also dated briefly in 2013. 

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Channel 4's hit documentary series the Undateables made a triumphant and heart warming return to our screens this week but it was one particular undateable that had the internet losing it's mind. 

Tom Morgan, a 26-year-old Tourettes and Aspergers sufferer from Wales, has revealed that since appearing on the show, his life has changed in a big way. 

The handsome rugby player had only ever been in one relationship before appearing on TV and blamed his conditions for not having the confidence to go out with girls. 

We got to see Tom go on a date and the internet suitably lost it whilst watching the gorgeous Tom struggle to get his words out in front of a pretty girl. 

Well, not to worry internet, as it appears Tom's life has changed dramatically since the show as he spoke on Loose Women this week. 

"It feels like a massive weight has been lifted off my shoulders and I can just be myself," said the Welshman whose Twitter follower count went from 700 to 18,000 overnight. 

"It went mad. It's crazy."

Well we are just happy to see that he is still as humble as ever. 

Watch the video below: 

 

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Any Irish person knows that we consider a good cup of Barry's Tea to be a bit of a national treasure and it seems that one of our favourite talented exports is sharing this knowledge with the world. 

Saoirse Ronan, who is getting ready to hit the Golden Globes this weekend, had a little treat in store for her friends at the Hollywood Foreign Press Office (HEPA). 

According to the Irish Independent, the Brooklyn star sent each member of the organisation a box of Barry's Tea along with a personal, handwritten note with each gift. Each box even included hand drawn diagrams on how to create the perfect cuppa. 

She is too adorable!

"There is nothing that reminds me of home more than Barry's Tea," said the personalised letters. 

"So as a gesture of my sincere gratitude, I wanted to share a piece of my home with you."

The HEPA announced last month that they had nominated the 21-year-old for two Golden Globes this year off the back of her spectacular performance as Eilis in the hit film, Brooklyn.

And it seems that Saorise found a fitting, Irish way to thank them. 

The Carlow native has always cited a good cup of Irish tea to uplift her if she ever gets a bout of homesickness. 

Once those Hollywood big shots get a sip of a good cup of Barry's, we reckon she has a great shot at a win. 

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Great news for actress and rock royalty offspring Liv Tyler as she announced the news that she is pregnant with her third child on social media yesterday. 

The 38-year-old mum of two posted a gorgeous black and white snap to Instagram in which she draws attention to her growing bump. 

"Oh my goodness it seems the stork is visiting us again !!!!" read the caption. 

"I am growing another little Tyler Gardner in my belly. Our family is growing!!! So grateful."

Liv has been with her partner, David Gardner, since 2014 and welcomed their first child together in February of last year.

The daughter of Steven Tyler also has an eleven year old son, Milo, from her previous marriage to Royston Langdon, whom she divorced in 2008.

 

 

My beautiful baby is pregnant !!!! Sooooooo excited and so blessed, I love you @misslivalittle X

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David, who also a child from a previous relationship, shared another snap of his gorgeous partner to celebrate the news. 

"My beautiful baby is pregnant !!!!," he captioned the image. 

"Sooooooo excited and so blessed, I love you."

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We reckon it is not easy to get over a girlfriend like Gigi Hadid, but it appears that Joe Jonas is doing just fine as he steps out with another blonde supermodel. 

Do you reckon he has a type? 

Joe has been caught kissing Jessica Sefaty, who was a contestant on America's Next Top Model back in 2010. 

The pair were soon getting pretty cosy whilst skiing over the Christmas break. 

The 24-year-old model has recently moved to LA to pursue her modelling career and also has a son from a previous marriage. 

Joe, 26, has only just broken up from long-term girlfriend Gigi Hadid in the past few months but it seems that he is finally ready to get back on the dating horse. 

Gigi wasted no time however and was spotted kissing Zayn Malik within a mere matter of weeks of her break up with Joe. 

Both have moved on, but which one do you reckon will last? 

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High-street fashion retailer H&M has been forced to issue an apology today over a particular scarf. 

Yes, a scarf. 

The shop is currently stocking a monochrome striped scarf that many are claiming closely resembles the Tallitt which is the official prayer shawl of the Jewish faith. 

"We are truly sorry if we have offended anyone with this piece. Everyone is welcome at H&M and we never take a religious or political stand," a spokesperson for the store told Vogue.co.uk. 

"Stripes are one of the trends for this season and something we were inspired by. Our intention was never to upset anyone."

It's not the first time a high-street retailer has caused offence and it certainly won't be the last. 

1) Urban Outfitters 

This design on a tapestry blanked from Urban Outfitters caused controversy after being described as too similar to the uniform gay concentration camp prisoners were forced to wear to make themselves known.

2) Topshop 

Topshop was slammed for using ultra skinny mannequins in its stores and was forced to issue an apology as well as vowing to never use the ultra skinny versions again. 

3) H&M 

The scarf was not the first time H&M faced controversy over one of its designs. 

The retailer was also criticised for using the image of a skull inside what appeared to be the star of David. 

4) Urban Outfitters 

Yep, UO again!

This time, the retailer was forced to pull this design as it appeared to have a blood stained pattern on a university jumper. 

Not very conscientious considering the number of shootings that happen on American campuses…

5) American Apparel

American Apparel has faced constant criticism over the sexualisation of its models and women in general for its advertising campaigns. 

The ads got so racy that the brand simply started to hire porn stars to get the desired effect. 

 

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It's been seven months since Vogue Williams and Brian McFadden announced their split, and though things might seem to be going well for the model, she's admitted it's been an uphill struggle.

Speaking in the new issue of VIP magazine, the 29-year-old admitted that the end of her marriage also meant the end – at least temporarily – of many of her aspirations for the future.

"My head's all over the place. I feel like I don't have a goal," she admitted. "Everything that I wanted is sort of gone."

Like any woman in the midst of a break-up, Vogue says she's had to get used to life as a single woman again.

"I wanted to be married and I wanted to have kids for so long and now that's sort of gone, and I'm like, 'What do I do now?' I'm trying to figure out where I'm going with my life and that causes a lot of anxiety."

Despite having what has seemed like one of the most amicable celebrity break-ups we've seen in recent years, the Dublin born model says it hasn't all been rosy.

"It's not as easy as it looks and we do have our problems. But I would rather not put it out there. I just think it looks bad for everyone involved.

"Brian has two kids, I get on very well with them and I'd hate for them to see us publicly bash each other."

Vogue and Brian reportedly met for Christmas at her family home, and even exchanged gifts, as she revealed on social media earlier this month.

"How amazing is this sketch I got done for Brian for Christmas…I like giving presents someone can have forever," she wrote alongside this sketch of her ex and the former couple's shared dog Winston.

Here's hoping for a bright 2016 for Ms. Williams.

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Following incessant reports about her split from Lamar Odom and rumours that she has moved on, Khloé has finally spoken about her link to player James Harden. 

Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, the reality star revealed that she has high hopes for her new romance with the 26-year-old sportstar. 

"I do like to put my relationships a priority," the 31-year-old revealed.

"I'm a really good multi-tasker and I just know how to balance out. Even if it's just a 48-hour trip. As long as you get that time in then it works."

Speaking exclusively about her relationship with James, she hopes to keep everything under wraps for as long as possible. 

"I think keeping it a little private too has really helped us. Mystery is good." 

Having not been snapped with the NBA star for quite a few months, many began to speculate that the duo's romance was in fact a short-lived one. 

But it seems that Khloé is setting the record straight while out on her press junket for her upcoming show Kocktails with Khloé. 

Despite moving on from her marriage to Lamar, the Keeping up with the Kardashians star is still spending time with her former husband as he recovers from a near-fatal overdose he suffered at a Nevada brothel in October. 

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