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Little Mix and Stormzy have finally dropped their highly anticipated new single Power – and it's an absolute tune. 

The track features some of the girl's most impressive vocals to date and absolutely oozes good old-fashioned girl-power. 

Little Mix fans will know the original song from their 2016 album Glory Days, however, the girls have recruited Stormzy to feature on the single version.

Twitter can not get enough of it, and to be honest, we don't blame them. 

The music video is yet to drop, but if the teaser pics are anything to go by, we are in for an absolute treat. 

Power (feat. Stormzy) is available to stream and download now. 

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Don't fancy going out tonight? 

Well, the line-up for tonight's The Ray D'Arcy Show has been revealed and it looks like it's like we're in for a treat.

Fair City actors Johnny Ward and Amilia Stewart (Ciaran and Katy) will be on the couch discussing their dramatic story line that finally came to a conclusion this week. 

They will be revealing what it was like to be involved in one of the soaps biggest plots to date and discuss their plans for the future.

Funnyman and Dublin native, Jason Byrne will also be stopping by to tell Ray all about what he got up to while on tour in Australia and rumour has it he plans to have a but of fun with some unsuspecting audience members.

Government Chief Whip, Regina Doherty TD, will be in studio giving her two cents about Enda Kenny's decision to step down and outlining her hopes for the future.

And last but not least, Ray will be joined by Panti Bliss (aka Rory O'Neill), who has also agreed to act as judge and mentor to our very special guest performers  in the grand finale of this year's Ray D'Arcy Show Lip Sync battle.

This and much more on The Ray D’Arcy Show this Saturday at 9:35pm on RTÉ One.

 

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It it just us or did this feel like the longest week ever? 

Either way, that doesn't matter now because the weekend has finally arrived. (yay!)

With so much happening around town this Saturday and Sunday, staying in is not an option.

Here's our top five picks. 

Dermot and Dave – Ah Sure Look It

Ireland's favourite radio duo, Dermot Whelan and Dave Moore, bring their hit comedy tour to Dublin's Vicar Street this Saturday May 27. 

The Today FM presenters debuted the show at the Cork Comedy Festival last September, where it was met with glowing reviews.

The pair have since brought the show up and down the country and are set to finish with a bang this weekend in front of the Dublin crown.

When asked what we can expect from the stand up performance, Dermot said: 

“Imagine a bonkers radio show that grows legs and arms and a head and starts firing out craic and waving its arms like an angry King Kong in that movie. Not even close.”

We like the sound of that.

The show kicks off at 8.00pm and a limited number of tickets (€29.00) are still available from Ticketmaster

The House Of Peroni 2017

Foodies! This one's for you.

A little taste of Italy is coming to the rooftop of 1 Dame Lane, offering guests a fresh take on contemporary Italian cuisine along with some of the best views in the city. 

The House of Peroni will run from Thursday May 25 to Sunday June 4 and is open to the public every evening between 5.00pm and midnight. 

Over 18s only – no booking is required. For more information click here

Smartphone Photography workshop with Brendan Ó Sé

Are you a budding photographer but can't afford the expensive kit? 

This smart phone camera workshop could be for you.

Running from Saturday May 27 – Saturday June 3, this hands-on workshop led by awarding-winning Photographer Brendan Ó Sé will show you how to get the absolute best out of your smart phone camera.

All you need is a smart phone, a pen and some paper (for note-taking of course).

The courses take place in the Gallery of Photography's Light Room, and you can book a place by calling (01) 671 4654.

The 90's Mixtape – In Aid of The Irish Cancer Society

Get ready to be taken back to the days of Spice Girls and chunky hair bands. 

The Mercantile are hosting a night of nineties acoustic throwbacks and original music and it's all in aid of the Irish Cancer Society

Doors open at 7.00pm and tickets (€10/€12) are available here

 

Jeff Dunham – Perfectly Unbalanced Tour 2017

Jeff Dunham, the International and critically acclaimed comedian/ventriloquist comes to Dublin’s Bord Gáis Energy Theatre on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 May.

Fans can expect a hilarious show featuring Jeff along with a whole host of the comics famous puppet pals. 

Tickets are €49.65 and are still available for both nights from Ticketmaster and Bord Gáis Energy Theatre. 

 

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Katie Hopkins has been sacked by LBC radio with immediate effect.

The announcement comes after the journalist posted a tweet saying that a ''final solution'' is needed following the tragic Manchester terror attack. 

The wording of the tweet proved to be highly controversial with many suggesting she was referring to the Nazis' plan to for the extermination of the Jews during the second World War. 

It read: "22 dead – number rising. Schofield. Don't you even dare. Do not be a part of the problem. We need a final solution #Machester."

Katie said she stood by the comment even after complaints were made to the Metropolitan Police Service.

LBC (Leading Britain's Conversation) is known for it's right-wing discussions, so their decision to let the presenter proves just how insensitive the comment was.

As we know, this isn't the first time Katie has found herself in hot water.

Just last year, The Mail Online was forced to pay  £150,000 to a Muslim family, after she falsely accused them of having extremist links. 

Katie has not yet commented on her dismissal. 

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Former One Direction star, Niall Horan recently opened up about his love life (or lack there of) and denied claims that he is dating Selena Gomez's best friend, Courtney Barry.

Speaking to Billboard magazine, the Mullingar man explained how he's happy enough to stay home alone on a Saturday night.

"At the moment, I'm enjoying being 23. I only get one go at me twenties. I'd like to give it me best go,'' he said.

"I’m happy to go home alone on a Saturday night, drink and watch football."

However, Niall did reveal that he reckons he's experienced love twice before, but admits "it could have been lust."

"I think I got a type, anyway – Dark hair, dark eyes. Someone I can see as a friend."

Sound like you? 

The Slow Hands singer then went on to explain his theory of ''Irish ignorance'', revealing that despite his multi-million fortune, his father still refuses to let Niall buy him a new home.

"I always say there’s ­ignorance and there’s Irish ignorance. It’s on a ­different level," he said.

"He’ll barely take a Christmas present off me. He doesn't’t want any of it. He just wants me to come visit."

When asked if he plans to return to Mullingar, Niall joked that he's too busy to permanently reside anywhere right now. 

"I might as well not live anywhere – I’m busy all year."

Niall's new single, Slow Hands, hit number one on the Billboard chart earlier this month. 

 

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A man is due to be sentenced this morning after he was found guilty of the murder of ex-girlfriend, Soina Blount.

In February 2014, two months after their relationship had ended, Eric Locke lured Sonia to a Dublin hotel using a fake Facebook profile. 

Locke then strangled the mother-of-one to death.

He was found guilty just four days ago after it took the jury less than one hour to reach their unanimous verdict.

During his trail, Locke admitted that he lad lured Sonia to the hotel in Tallaght under false pretences, but denied her murder.

According to his psychiatrist, Locke was suffering from a pervasive development disorder at the time, but the claim was later dismissed after the prosecution expert found no evidence to back it up.

The jury also saw saw footage of him as he fled the scene, dropping his mobile phone in a drain outside the hotel.

Sonia's family will be given the opportunity to deliver a victim impact statement before Eric Locke begins his mandatory life sentence. 

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Katy Perry is the latest start to pay tribute to the victims of Monday's terror attack in Manchester.

During an intimate one-off gig in London's The Water Rats pub, the singer dedicated her song, Part of Me, to the 22 people who lost their lives following the tragic event. 

A visibly emotional Katy told the crowd: "This week has been really hard. It sucked. It was hard for you guys and it was hard for me because we all love music.''

''We all listen to the same music. And you think about it and think, 'That's my friend, that's my sister, that's my cousin, that's my brother.'"

''I'm going to sing this next song [Part of Me] for them. They can never take that part away from us ever. Ever."

The moving tribute comes after Miley Cyrus and Harry Styles both dedicated performances to the Manchester victims. 

During a heartfelt rendition of Malibu, on The Voice US, Miley said: "I want to dedicate this song to my good friend Ariana Grande and everyone who experienced that horrific attack yesterday. Our hearts are with you."

Meanwhile, Harry spoke about the attack during a small gig in Mexico saying, ''Tonight doesn't feel like a night to celebrate.''

''Last night there was a tragedy in my hometown of Manchester. And I am left with a hole in my heart. I went to my first show in the arena and I've had some of my best experiences in Manchester.''

He added, ''I ask you to please choose love every single day.''

The Sign of The Times singer then held a minutes silence for the victims and their families.

 

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Yesterday was the hottest day of the year so far and the warmest May day at Malin Head since records began .

Temperatures rose as high as 26 degrees in some areas, but unfortunately, this glorious spell we're having won't be sticking around.

Friday will be a warm day with highest temperatures of 25 degrees, but heavy thundery showers will spread over parts of the west, and there's plenty more where they came from.

Thundery rain is forecast for most of the country in Saturday morning, with fresher spells developing later in the evening. Top temperatures of 15 to 20 degrees.

Temperatures will fall slightly on Sunday and early next week, but it will should stay mostly dry with highs of 18 degrees in light southwesterly breezes.

Rain will develop along the west coast on Tuesday morning and will slowly move across the country during the day.

The rest of the week remains 'changeable' according to Met Eireann, so fingers and toes crossed for the June Bank Holiday weekend. 

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Fried chicken is basically one of the best comfort foods there is out there.

Our tastebuds are just tingling thinking about it.

And it turns out, the delish cripsy-ness is the way to our hearts too.

Brown Fried Chicken Wings on White Serving Paper during Daytime

Confused? So we were, but there's a pretty legit explanation for the findings.

A new dating app in the US, Hinge, surveyed 8,000 users and asked what kind of first date would lead to a second.

Of course, the most popular first date is going out for drinks, with 37 per cent saying it would lead to a second date.

However, 24 per cent claimed that if the date included fried chicken, they would definitely be up for a round two.

Trip to KFC, anyone? You might find the love of your life there.

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Ed Westwick has destroyed all of our dreams of there being a Gossip Girl revival, and we'll admit, we're pretty bummed about it.

The show has been off air for the past four years, which we know isn't that long, but we feel as if we need some sort of comeback after they (SPOILER) made Dan Gossip Girl.

That can't be the end to the story, right?!

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Anyway, Ed was speaking to Radio Times and said: "Nah, that's not gonna happen. I know there's a bunch of them coming back – I hear they're doing Will and Grace, they've done Gilmore Girls

"But it's such a strange thing to think about. It feels like we only just finished! And I haven't done enough in between yet to feel like I could comfortably revisit it. And I did so much with that character – it's played out, man. It's done."

However, when asked if he'd sign up if Netflix paid him the right amount of money, he said: "I'll do it then."

So you know, all hope is not lost.

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Greatness from Dominooo's.

Yes, it's theme tune is stuck in our heads right now, but let's be honest with ourselves, we all love a feast from Domino's every now and again.

The pizza chain suits us perfectly on hangover days, sick days and as cheat meals, however, its latest revelation has people freaking TF out.

It turns out the Domino's Garlic and Herb dip (the family size version) contains 675 calories.

Yes, we know it's the equivalent of two McDonald's cheeseburgers, but we don't order Domino's to be healthy, do we?

Plus it's family size, and meant to be shared (but we can admit that we gobble it all up by ourselves sometimes).

Domino’s told The Sun: “Our Garlic & Herb Big Dip is great for sharing with family and friends, and we recommend each party size should serve at least four people. Single size pots are also available at 169 cals each.

“We’re committed to providing transparent nutritional information on our website and via our app, to enable customers to make informed decisions.”

We'll be honest, we're not too bothered by this news… we might even order a Domino's tonight.

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We love a good day out in Tayto Park, and it's looking like it could get much better.

Because imagine after a day of screaming on rollercoasters and munching at The Twisted Chip, you can just sit back and relax in a spa instead of having to drive home?!

Tayto Park has applied for planning permission to build a seven story hotel on it grounds, and it looks super slick.

A computer generated image of the planned 7 story hotel in Tayto Park.

According to a statement, the proposed hotel will have 250 bedrooms which can cater up to 1,000 guests.

As well as that, it will feature a spa, meeting rooms and a function room for parties and special occassions.

Keeping in with the park's theme, the hotel would have a wooden exterior and hold views of the Cú Cúliann Coaster .

The development of the hotel would provide 150 jobs to the area during the construction phase, and 272 full and part-time jobs once building is completed.

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