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We have a soft spot for Black Eyed Peas since they were basically the soundtrack to our teenage years.

However, the band performed at the Champions League Final *sans Fergie* last night, and it's safe to say that nobody was impressed.

First of all, there is no Black Eyed Peas without Fergie (in our opinion), and well, Twitter was just baffled as to why they were performing in the first place.

The lads, Will.i.am, Taboo and apl.de.ap (we forgot about their stage names), basically just bopped around to Boom Boom Pow for a few minutes.

RTÉ's George Hamilton then described the band as "Will.i.am and his mates." Brilliant.

Oh, where did it all go wrong?

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From food, to fitness and fashion, there's a lot of things on Instagram to become obsessed with.

However, our latest favourite has nothing to do with any of the above; instead, it's an account dedicated to 2D art.

With a twist…

 

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Illustrator Visoth Kakvei has blown us away with his drawings, which look 3D to the naked eye.

He told Cosmo: "At first, I started Instagram just to share personal stuff and pictures. And then I found it's pretty cool if I [share] my drawings."

And if you want to follow in Visoth's footsteps, he said: "It depends on how talented, passionate, and patient you are."

 

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So in other words, you really need to put the work in to see the results.

We just think his talent is out of this world.

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It's looking like the entire cast of TOWIE is walking out the door.

And the latest to bid farewell to the series is Carol Wright.

The Daily Star has claimed that the 57-year-old has decided to follow in the footsteps of her children and best friend, Debbie Bright, who left the show earlier this year.

 

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A source told the publication: “Carol lost her mum a few years back, her kids Mark and Jess have both left the show and now her best pal has followed them out of the door.

“Carol isn’t ruling out making the odd cameo if called upon but with Debbie leaving she’s doesn’t feel like she has a place on the show any more.”

 

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The Wright family have been regulars on the show since its beginning, and many are speculating that the series will have to alter its "mechanics" since the last of them has turned her back on the programme.

Will you miss Carol being on TOWIE?

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From its AW collection, to Cosmo freaking out that Penneys is Irish; the high street chain has been killing it in the world of fashion and beauty lately.

And to add more awe to its items, the clothing giant has announced that it's releasing a Cotton Candy beauty line.

 

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It's new PS… Eye Candy and Cotton Candy lines will hit shops this week, and we couldn't be more delighted.

The range will include a collection of lipsticks, eyeshadows and eye pigment palates, including a Cotton Candy kit (which we're very intrigued by).

And as always with Penneys, it won't break the bank. The new products cost between €2.50 and €6.

We're sorted, lads.

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The Story of Tracy Beaker was definitely a favourite growing up.

Who else had piles of Jacqueline Wilson books in their bedroom as an adolescent?

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Well, the writer has confirmed to The Mail on Sunday that she's writing a sequel to the Tracy Beaker books.

In 2000, the Dame wrote a sequel to The Story of Tracy Beaker called The Dare Game followed by Starring Tracy Beaker in 2006 and Tracy Beaker's Thumping Heart in 2009.

The 71-year-old said that the new book will concentrate on Tracy's life as an adult, as she has now become a mum with a high-flying career.

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However, unlike the other books, this story will be told through Tracy's daughter's eyes, as she and her mum get into "all sorts of funny situations."

Who else wants to know what Tracy has gotten up to as an adult? We certainly do.

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There have been many nights where we totally regret not stopping off at the off licence on the way home.

Because, a glass of vino would go really well with that Indian take away, right?

But, once we've perched our bums firmly on our couches, there's little chance of us being able to get up to answer the door to the delivery man, let alone take a step outside.

Therefore, we are booze-less.

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Well, for some lucky Dubliners, that doesn't have to happen anymore.

Just Eat announced this weekend that it has teamed up with O'Briens Wines in Donnybrook to deliver you all the wine, champagne and prosecco your heart desires.

Customers in more than 20 city suburbs will be able to order their beverages from 1pm – 9.30pm daily.

O'Briens Wines will now be delivering to these areas:

  • Dublin 2
  • Grand Canal Dock
  • Harold’s Cross
  • Irishtown
  • Milltown
  • Portobello
  • Ranelagh
  • Rathgar
  • Rathmines
  • Ringsend
  • Sandymount
  • Warrenmount
  • Windy Arbour
  • Ballsbridge
  • Belfield
  • Booterstown
  • Churchtown
  • Clonskeagh
  • Dartry
  • Donnybrook

Enjoy ladies!

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We're pretty delighted that Ireland has entered an age of food exploration.

We're now moving far away from the average meat and mash dish, and just about every corner you turn there's a new bar, restaurant or food stand opening up, catering to all cusines and tastes.

Well, the latest food stand to open in Dublin will bring back memories of holidays; mainly because we could never find a place that sells these beauties in the country.

 

One week left to the big day!!! 10 of June at Dundrum shopping centre, town square #churros #dublin #crepes @lovindubli

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Next weekend, Sweet Churro is opening in Dundrum Town Centre, and we're already munching on the sweet treats in our heads.

Yep, those sugary, doughy churros that are everywhere in the likes of Spain and France will now grace our capital.

 

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Oh, and there will be crepes, too.

We're probably getting way too excited for this opening but… churros.

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We're a bit sceptical of the latest celeb news because… really? Duck?

Don't get us wrong, we love a good Chinese duck dinner, but apparently Guy Ritchie and Tom Hardy "stormed out of a Chinese restaurant after they were denied a peking duck dish."

The Hollywood stars arrived at Min Jiang in London, where they ordered the sought-after duck.

However, what they didn't know was that the speciality dish has to be ordered 24 hours in advance, and even still, it would take 45 minutes each to cook.

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According to The Sun, Guy wasn't very happy about this and started giving out to the waiter.

A source from inside the restaurant said that Guy shouted angrily, "You've just lost yourself two customers."

The insider continued: "Guy was not happy. He kept saying he didn't want anything else – he had only come for the duck.

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"He said that was the dish everyone talks about. The waiter was very apologetic, but there was nothing he could do. They didn't have the duck.

"As things got more heated, Tom was trying to pull his friend away, saying 'Come on mate'. And eventually he realised he was getting no where."

Would Guy Ritchie really make a scene in public over duck? Who knows…

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Congratulations are in order for Mr Ireland – he's engaged.

Darren King went up against hundreds of Irish lads to win the title last year, and now he has more good news to celebrate as he's set to marry his long time love, Annmarie.

The official Mr Ireland Twitter account announced the news this weekend, saying they are "delighted" for him.

Congratulations to MR Ireland @darrenjohnking who just announced his engagement to the beautiful Annmarie #Mrireland, delighted for them."

The couple are currently in the Czech Republic to celebrate their engagement.

In a Facebook post, Darren wrote that he's over the moon that Annmarie will be the future "Mrs King."

“I am thrilled this beautiful lady accepted my proposal,” he told his fans.

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According to research in the US, millennials are having way less sex than previous generations.

And now, a sex therapist based in the UK has blamed one thing for it; porn.

Peter Saddington told Glamour that men now think they know everything when it comes to antics in the bedroom, and we don't "fumble" around like we used to.

"Most guys don’t take long to become aroused or to ejaculate, so the sex in porn is vigorous, aggressive, quick.

“In times past, we learned about sex by fumbling. Now, he’s seen things that make him feel like he knows what to do," Peter explained.

"It’s why, on the first time, he expects anal sex. There’s no slowly working up to things because porn also portrays that women want it fast. Women in porn aren’t saying, “ooh, it’s nice if you slow down” – they encourage the total opposite.”

Peter also explained how he thinks mental health can be a factor too.

"For women, depression likely leads to a loss of sexual desire. For men, loss of desire can be there.

"But if he’s withdrawing from everyday life, not wanting to work or feeling angry or upset, he might want to be more sexual because it’s a way of connecting.”

Do you think he's right?

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The death of Chris Cornell shook the music industry last month, and now his widow has stepped forward to explain "something went terribly wrong."

Chris was found dead at MGM Grand Detroit after his band’s performance at Fox Theatre on May 18, with his death ruled as a suicide by hanging.

Musicians and artists from all over the world paid tribute to the Soundgarden and Audioslave singer, as well as his loyal fans.

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However, his wife, Vicky Karayiannis Cornell, has released a statement after the performer's toxicology reports were released.

Speaking to People, she said: "Many of us who know Chris well, noticed that he wasn’t himself during his final hours and that something was very off.

"We have learned from this report that several substances were found in his system. After so many years of sobriety, this moment of terrible judgement seems to have completely impaired and altered his state of mind.

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"Something clearly went terribly wrong and my children and I are heartbroken and are devastated that this moment can never be taken back," she explained.

"We very much appreciate all of the love we have received during this extremely difficult time and are dedicated to helping others in preventing this type of tragedy."

If you feel like you, or someone you love needs to talk, the Samaritans helpline  is (01) 116123, or you can visit its website here.

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There's nothing better than munching on a Big Mac when you're hungover. Or when it's your cheat day… or when you're just not bothered cooking.

Either way, it's a pretty juicy meal no matter when or where you have it. And now, you can wear the delicious burger on your T-shirt.

Yep, McDonald's has released a Big Mac clothing collection, and while we admit we were pretty confused to begin with, we're actually totally into the capsule line.

The Big Mac merch will be on sale on the Japanese site Rakuten, but don't fret because they ship internationally so you'll be able to get your hands on these items.

You'll have to act fast though, as there's only 300 of each item available.

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