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We've pretty much given up on hangover cures. Sure, you have a few remedies that make a banging headache and sick stomach better, but all in all, it takes a good day or so for a hangover to go away.

Why do we put ourselves through it?!

Well, we may not have to put ourselves through it anymore because students in Yale have created SunUp, which will apparently banish the morning-after aches and pains

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The product is a powdered, citrus flavoured supplement that you dissolve in water. However, you don't take it the morning after.

Nope, you take it before you even go out drinking.

The pharmaceutical team, Margaret Morse, a major in Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology and Liam McClintock, a competitive athlete, made a chart to show you how the powder works.

SunUp Hangover Cure

We're sold!

Unfortunately, SunUp is still in the crowdfunding stages, so it might be a while before we get our hands on it.

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Facebook have announced new measures aimed at preventing the posting of revenge porn to the site.

The new feature, available since yesterday, allows the user to report any intimate image which may have been shared without consent.

The image will then be reviewed by specially trained representatives from the network's Community Operations team.

If the image is deemed inappropriate it will be blocked across Facebook, Facebook Messenger and Instagram.

The offending account may also be disabled.

The company have said the move is part of an ongoing effort to “help build a safe community on and off Facebook”.

According to RTÉ.ie, the social network site will also use photo-matching technologies in a bid to ward off any further attempts to share the image.

The new feature does not apply to Whatsapp yet, but Facebook have said it is working with their partners to extend the technology to the messaging app. 

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Fancy being a bit of a TV star? Well, now is your chance.

The casting company which is behind Game of Thrones is opening a branch in Dublin this Saturday.

To celebrate the opening, The Extras Department, is hosting an open call and producers will be on the look out for actors for small TV roles.

As well as Game of Thrones, the casting company is also involved in productions such as The Fall and Line of Duty.

Taking place in Bow Street, Smithfield, producers says that acting experience isn't necessary.

"This event is for new members, people who would like us to help them set up an effective profile and work as an extra in Film and TV productions across Ireland.

"Current members are more than welcome to drop in and say hello. We can even update your measurements with you, put up a new profile picture and catch up on what's going on.

"Make sure to bring along a copy of your ID (Passport) in order to complete your profile."

Check out here if you want any more info.

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We couldn't think of anything more glorious than this store.

According to WWD, Zara is set to open its biggest store yet, which will span over 65,000 square feet.

It will hold all the usuals; women's wear, men's wear, children's wear and accessories – but at an astronomical level.

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As well as that, the new store will reportedly have the latest in shopping technology too.

So, you can expect to see self-service checkouts, 'smart' dressing rooms and mobile payments.

The shopping-lover's dream is based in Madrid's financial district, Paseo de la Castellan, and the glass-front building will also double-up as an office block.

Well, we know where we're going on our holliers…

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Barry Manilow has revealed he never came out as gay because he thought his fans would be disappointed.

The Mandy singer discussed his sexuality in a recent interview with People, and admitted that he has been married to a man for 39 years now.

"I thought I would be disappointing them if they knew I was gay. So I never did anything.

“I’m so private. I always have been.”

But, when a few close fans found out Barry had met his partner, Garry Keif, they couldn't be more delighted.

“When they found out that Garry and I were together, they were so happy. The reaction was so beautiful — strangers commenting, ‘Great for you!’ I’m just so grateful for it.”

After blasting into the limelight in the 70s and 80s with songs such as Copacabana and Looks Like We Made It, he met Garry and knew he was the one.

“I knew that this was it. I was one of the lucky ones. I was pretty lonely before that.

“He’s the smartest person I’ve ever met in my life — and a great guy, too," Barry told the publication.

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It’s congratulations for Jason Biggs and his wife, Jenny Mollen, who have revealed they are expecting their second child.

The Orange Is The New Black actor announced the news on his Instagram with a hilarious shot alongside Jenny.

“This is how we told our son babies are made #NumberTwo,” read the caption on Jason’s post.

The post has already attracted hundreds of messages of congratulations for the couple.

“So excited for you all! Congratulations,” wrote one follower.

 

This is how we told our son babies are made. @jennyandteets2 #numbertwo #fridababy @fridababy

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Jason and Jenny were married back in 2006 and are already parents to three-year-old, Sid.

During an interview in 2014, Jason spoke about his first few months as a dad, and said it changed everything.

“That change that happens is so tangible. It happens overnight, and it’s the craziest thing,” the 38-year-old told People.

 “It’s weird to think about the fact that one day he’s not going to want to live with me.

 

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Pepsi's latest campaign advert has been pulled.

The ad, which was protest-themed, received a lot of online backlash, and last night, the brand apologised to its consumers and said that they "clearly missed that mark."

However, after the apology was delivered, social media was none the happier.

Many were confused as to why Pepsi apologised to Kendall, and some were just flat-out unhappy about the whole situation.

Here are some of best the reactions on Twitter:

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When it comes to Ireland’s biggest and brightest, you guys know better than anyone who’s making serious strides in their chosen field.

And with nominations having poured in for the inaugural SHEmazing Awards over recent weeks, there is no doubt you are rightfully eager for your chosen nominees to get the recognition they deserve this May.

With that in mind, we knew our panels of judges needed to be incredibly shrewd and extra savvy when it came to our SHEmazing shortlist.

With their fingers on the pulse in terms of social activism, social influencers and the fitness, foodie and fashion worlds, our team of judges have wasted no time getting to grips with your nominees.

So, let’s meet them…

Carolyn Moore: Fashion & Lifestyle journalist for The Irish Examiner

With over a decade in the fashion industry, Carolyn now works as a freelance editor, writer and stylist in addition to lecturing in fashion trends and design development.

Tara O Farrell: Makeup Artist

With experience on both sides of the camera as both a model and a makeup artist, Tara now focuses on make-up artistry for commercials, film & TV, fashion shoots and fashion shows.

Niamh Cullen: Fitness and Lifestyle blogger
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The face of Behind The Braids, Niamh's thousands of loyal followers regularly delight in her forays into the worlds of fashion and fitness.

 Doireann Ann Garrihy: Spin 1038 Entertainment Reporter & Snapchat Superstar

Whether she's updating the nation via the airwaves or entertaining the masses on Snapchat, Doireann's sense of humour, nose for a story and knack for impressions are second to none.

Emma O'Farrell: Founder EOF Media and BloggerConf
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A graduate of NUI Maynooth, Emma set up her own digital business in 2014, and divides her time between freelance presenting, video production and event management.

Holly Carpenter: Model & Fitness, Beauty & Lifestyle Blogger

A former Miss Ireland, Holly is now one of her generation's leading bloggers in the world of fashion and fitness.

Chef Adrian: Celebrity Chef and author

With a passion for food, Chef Adrian trained in some of Ireland's most renowned restaurants, regularly appears on TV3's the Six O Clock Show, and has written Fake Away – your guide on creating fast foods using easily accessible and healthy ingredients.

Michelle Regazzoli-Stone: Make Up Artist

With over eleven years experience in the industry, Michelle Regazzoli-Stone is one of the most well established make-up artists in Ireland. She specialises in bespoke bridal and media make-up artistry, and regularly sees her work featured in various publications and magazines.

Ellen Kavanagh Jones: CEO and Creator of Waxperts

Owner of the award-winning Waxperts Wax, Ellen has established herself as one of Ireland's most recognisable names in the world of business and beauty.

Elva Carri and Aine Mulloy: Co-founders of GirlCrew

​​​​​​GirlCrew is a global network for women to make new friends, and has more than 80,000 members in 46 locations around the world, including Austin, Dallas, San Antonio and Houston in Texas.

Gillian O'Brien: Consumer Channel Manager for HP 

As the Consumer Channel Manager for HP, Gillian is involved in creating new possibilities for technology to have a meaningful impact on people, businesses, governments and society.

 

 

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So, it turns out Ed Sheeran could be to blame for those late night trips to the drive-thru.

Well sort of! 

 

According to The Guardian, a study conducted by the Swedish Retail Institute found that certain songs increased customers spending at an unnamed US fast-food chain by up to 9.1 per cent.

Philip Graves, a consumer behaviour expert, explains: “Music triggers associations in our brain… The way in which we process our environment is primarily unconscious. What gets passed through to us is a feeling, and that feeling is then misattributed to the thing we are looking at.”

So basically, the more you like the song, the more food you'll buy! 

Also speaking to the paper, Magnus Rydén, head of music at Soundtrack Your Brand, admitted that songs which are  “welcoming, modern, and expressive” are often used by retailers to target millennials. 

So what's this got to do with Ed? Well apparently ‘’the perfect burger-and-shake tune’’ is hard to define, but Ed Sheeran’s Shape of You comes pretty close. 

Now there you have it, next time you're tucking into a cheeky burger and chips you can thank Ed for the food coma! 

 

 

 

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Coffee and mornings go hand in hand, right?

But sometimes, a cup of coffee just won't do because you know your stomach will be grumbling about five minutes later, right?

Some days, you just need that little bit more to give you a kick, so now SHEmazing! readers, feast your eyes on this espresso coffee spread.

You can now spread espresso on toast

The creators behind this fab treat is Flat Brew, and they came up with the recipe for the UK's National Coffee Week.

The company's aim was "to create a spread that didn’t alter the pure and simple taste of the coffee beans."

And we literally couldn't think of anything better for a mid-morning snack.

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The Huffington Post claims that the recipe nearly took a year to create and finalise, but it was worth it.

The espresso spread includes a blend of Arabica coffee, cocoa butter, a little sugar and some cream. Drooling.

And it packs a punch too, with each jar containing 35g of coffee.

However, like all good things, there's a catch. For now, it's only available in Selfridges in London.  

However, Metro and the Evening Standard think it's going to catch on like wildfire after being released to the public.

Unless you know someone living or travelling to London, we can only dream…

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There has been a lot of controversy surrounding the Ireland’s women’s international football team and the FAI recently.

Earlier this week, team members called a press conference in order to voice their concerns regarding the lack of professionalism within the national team program.

Players revealed that they had to change in public bathrooms before matches and claimed they often have to share tracksuits with the youth national team members.

The team suggested that they may refuse to take part in their friendly against Slovakia on Monday if the situation doesn’t improve, and it seems that today the girls will not attend training ahead of that match.

Ollie Cahill, PFAI Ireland Player Executive, said: "At a team meeting the members of the Women's National Team decided that they are unfortunately unable to attend today's training camp.

He added "The players have not taken this decision lightly. The players wish to make clear that they simply want the FAI to respect their right to choose their own representatives and have all the outstanding issues which are affecting their ability to achieve their maximum potential for their country resolved in a swift, amicable and professional manner."

The team and their PFA Ireland and SIPTU representatives will attend a meeting this evening to discuss the issues.

 

 

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Body-confidence coach, Michelle Elman, is the positive force we all need in our lives. The 23-year-old runs the successful mindsetforlifeltd Instagram account and is always on hand to provide her followers with encouragement and advice. 

According to Cosmopolitan Michelle was only 11-years-old when she began to struggle with her self-esteem after she becoming acutely aware of her larger size. Around this time Michelle also suffered from various health problems which resulted in scarring and caused her weight to balloon.

 

WHY I AM IN BODY POSITIVITY – I worried more about my head being shaved than a brain surgery – I worried more about the scar that was created in a 12 hour surgery than whether I would survive that surgery – I worried about having a permanent bald patch on my head more than I did about the fact I had a brain tumour – I worried about weight gain when I started eating after 3 months, rather than celebrating the fact that I was recovered enough to let food pass my lips – I worried about my hair falling out from the multiple surgeries more than I worried about the effect of that anaesthesia on my body – I worried about how slow I was running instead of being grateful for my ability to move – I worried more about what people would say about my body than the fact that my body still worked – I worried more about not being treated like a "weirdo" than processing my emotions – I worried if my body would be the deciding factor to not date me than the fact that the person I date must be there to support my illnesses too – I worried more about the stigma of mental and physical illness more than I worried about myself AND MOST OF ALL… I am in body positivity because each sentence above was written in the past tense and that is only possible because of body positivity. My body positivity is intrinsically linked to my hospital experiences. Every serious incident came with superficial worries about the consequence on my appearance. Every day when I should have been thinking about very real life or death situations, I instead worried about what I looked like. It's why I continue to embrace my scars and why they symbolise more than the physical marks on my body. In every sense of the word, I am Scarred Not Scared #scarrednotscared

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By the time she was 15, the blogger decided to ditch the ’fat friend’ stereotype and learned to love her body.

But an incident last year caused Michelle’s size insecurities to return after a mate of hers suggested that she was too heavy to go after the guy she liked.

 

TODAY IS MIRROR APPRECIATION DAY. Ok fine, that isn't a thing but can it be pleassseee? I was scrolling through my phone and found a few selfies and it made me realise how long it's been since I hated my reflection. It's been a bloody long time since I used a mirror as a weapon. It's been years since I was that girl who used them to check for weight gain, pulling at my skin, yanking my hips wishing they would disappear. That girl deserved so much love and I'm so happy that I can give it to her now. I now kinda love mirrors, in a way that it's like seeing an old friend. Whether I'm in the most skin tight outfit I've ever worn whilst trying on skiing thermals or I'm in a sports bra and sweating it out, or completely naked (no picture for this one! ), I'll welcome my reflection any day because I'm ok with saying hi to me. There was a point where I would shy away from mirrors but now I'm in love. I look in the mirror and I see my life. I look at my body and this mother instinct perks up because I'm seriously protective of this body. This body has been through enough and I'm so proud of it for getting us through everything. So today is mirror appreciation day. Thank you for letting me see my smile, my emotions, my body. Thank you for reminding me where I come from with parts of my culture coming through. Thank you for helping me see my Chinese eyes that used to get mimicked, as beautiful. Thank you for helping me realise when they get small, I'm usually grinning my biggest grin and that's what's important. Thank you for helping me see my British unruly hair that used to get me in trouble at school, as beautiful. Thank you for helping me realise that it is symbolic of my personality, as opposed to something that needs to be tamed. Thank you for helping me see my Jewish bum and hips that I was told "would at least be good for childbearing", as beautiful. Thank you for helping me be proud of having my grandma's curves and realising that childbearing wasn't the only positive to having this figure. Thank you to all mirrors everywhere for helping me get to know my body because as my phone case says it makes me SO FUCKING happy #scarrednotscared

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Obviously, Michelle swiftly dropped this ‘friend’ and decided to never let her weight stop her from doing the things she loved.

Michelle says "Body positivity at its best is not caring about what your body looks like and not letting your body be the reason to stop you from living your life".

 

 

There's a stereotype around being the "fat girl" in a friendship group. She's the one who sits on the sidelines and never joins in. She's the one perpetually single and sits silently while all her friends discuss their love life because god forbid, if she actually find a boyfriend, she would never be comfortable naked or in the bedroom. She's the insecure one, the one constantly complaining about her body and talking about diets. I couldn't call bullshit more on this stereotype. Since the age of 11, I have always been the "fat" friend but I have never been THAT girl. Even with all my insecurities around my scars, and my body in general, I was never the girl who sat inside – I refused to because of my pride and ego and my surgeries never let me be the person who missed out on life. The difference between now and then is that there's no hesitation, there are no second thoughts and when my friend suggested jumping in the Fjord, I was all "Hell yeah!". Before I would have said yes reluctantly, spent the time hiding as much of my body as possible until the last moment, definitely worn a top and definitely wouldn't have taken photos, let alone been in them. Now, I'm the one suggesting photos, I was the first to whip off my top and the thought that my body was different wasn't there. The fact that I know many girls, fat or skinny, would miss out on opportunities like this is what fuels my body positivity. Body positivity isn't about being able to take underwear selfies, it's about not letting your underwear or your swimsuit be the reason you aren't taking part. And ultimately when you are around the right people, you won't EVER feel like the "fat friend". I don't look at these pictures and see me as the odd one out. I look at the pictures and see the memories and the three bodies that we had fun in! #ScarredNotScared Swipe for a video of me high pitch screaming as I jump in!

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In the post she encourages people to embrace their bodies, make memories and surround themselves with positive people!  

She writes, ‘’And ultimately when you are around the right people, you won't EVER feel like the "fat friend". I don't look at these pictures and see me as the odd one out. I look at the pictures and see the memories and the three bodies that we had fun in! #ScarredNotScared’’

That's definitely a message we can get on board with! 

 

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