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Black highlighter is officially taking over our social media feeds as the new coolest way to strobe your face. 

We appreciate that it sounds kind of scary but trust us, it looks amazing. 

Jeffree Star introduced us to the joys of the darker shades with his amazing Onyx Ice Skin Frost Highlighter, and we've been hooked ever since. 

 

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Black highlighter is the perfect addition to any makeup bag, as it can be used to achieve the perfect smokey eye, dabbed on lipstick for a vampy effect, and used on your cheekbones for an alternative contour.

Our favourite makeup brand, Two Faced, are getting in on the black highlighter action.

The brand's founder, Jerrod Blandino, recently shared an image on his popular Instagram, where he teased us about a new product. 

"Finally got my samples from the lab. These are going to become something AmazeBalls," he captioned the snap, that showed three compacts filled with lace-looking powders. 

 

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The three pans of powder appear different, with the one in the centre looking like a typical, pinky highlighter.

The two pans either side of this classic cosmetic are a beautiful combination of black and gold, that will totally change up your makeup game.

Currently, we have no information as to when these products will officially launch, but we will be waiting with baited breath.

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When we dream of our future homes, these little magical soaps are definitely on the cards.

Created by Carmen Iclodean, the person behind Earth's Raw Beauty, the soaps will liven up any bathroom.

 

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But, they're not just there to look pretty. They're scented with a mixture of berries, peaches, nectarines, apples, and kumquats, so you're guaranteed to smell like a dream.

 

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Earth's Raw Beauty also upload the process of making the soaps on social media, and we have to admit, it all looks pretty cool.

The soaps are currently not in stock due to such a high demand, but are about to be restocked, so keep an eye open if you want them to be a new feature in your bathroom.

 

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We feel like basing our whole bathroom interior on this product.

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It looks like Vogue Williams may be making her way into the fashion industry.

The TV star is known for her killer style, and in a recent interview with Goss, she said that she is "definitely" going to release her own line soon.

 

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The Dublin native said: "Absolutely. I think that there's so many things I want to do business wise, I definitely want to have my own clothing range."

The blonde beauty also said that she's thinking of going down the fitness route, too.

 

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"I'd love to have my own fitness range. There's loads of things on my agenda, so watch this space."

We're always on the look out for gorgeous new clothing collections so we can't wait to see what Vogue has up her sleeve.

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Congratulations are in order for Amanda Seyfried and Thomas Sadoski – they're officially married!

Thomas revealed the exciting news on James Cordon's The Late Late Show, saying that they eloped with just the two of them.

"We eloped. We just took off into the country with an officiant and just the two of us, and we did our thing.

"It was everything that it should be. It was just the two of us talking to each other."

He went on the describe the day as "perfect," and said their only witness was their pet dog, who they took for a walk through the countryside before heading home.

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The couple met in 2015 and announced their engagement last September, as well as the news that they're expecting a baby.

"She's the person I love, admire and respect most in the world," Thomas added.

We're delighted for them!

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Don't get us wrong, we love cats and kittens. But saying that, we don't want them mixed in with our make-up.

First spotted on Geek.com, cosmetics brand Felissimo Nekobu creates beauty products "meant to evoke feelings of cuddling and kissing cats."

That all sounds well and good, but we're not too sure about its latest item on the market.

The brand created a lipgloss that feels like your kissing a kitten's nose when you apply it… But, you rub lipgloss all over your mouth, and we don't particularly fancy rubbing a kitten's nose all over our lips now, do we?

The product, named 'Neko no hana ni kisu shita mitai – hinyari ohana', or in other words, 'It’s like I’ve just kissed a cat’s nose – a pleasantly cool nose', all come with a "kitten milk" scent, and we're just properly freaked out by it all.

We love cats and want to cuddle them all day, errr'day, but this cosmetics brand may have gone a tad too far with this one.

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If you're driving into town tomorrow, you might want to work out a different route as more road works are taking place.

As part of the Luas Cross City works, no private vehicles wil be allowed to turn right onto Eden Quay from O'Connell Bridge from March 20.

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This is actually being rolled out as a permanent change, with only public transport, taxis and bikes allowed to use the route.

With construction set to be completed by the end of this year, it'll be another few months until diversions in the city centre will come to an end.

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For the day that was in it, Jamie Dornan appeared in a segment on Jimmy Kimmel Live, and it was brilliantly Irish.

Sitting in a pub, Jamie knocked down a pint while telling the camera various words for 'drunk'.

We'll admit that a few were far-fetched and we'd probably only say them if we were langers drunk, but still, the 1.45 minute clip is just gas.

From "sh*t-faced" to "rat-a*sed," and everything in between, here's Jamie Dornan describing 41 Irish terms for drunk:

 

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Tributes have poured in for Chuck Berry after his passing yesterday.

The legendary rock'n'roll musician died Saturday, March 18 at 1.26pm in Missouri.

In a Facebook post, St Charles County Police said that they responded to a medical emergency call at Chuck's home at 12.40pm.

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“Inside the home, first responders observed an unresponsive man and immediately administered lifesaving techniques.

"Unfortunately, the 90-year-old man could not be revived and was pronounced deceased at 1.26pm.”

Many fans, celebrities and performers have paid tribute on social media, describing him as "a true pioneer of rock’n'roll & a massive influence."

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A Polish YouTuber who is completely obsessed with Ellen DeGeneres made it his life's mission to get on The Ellen Show.

Lucas Jacobiak made his dream a reality in a very unorthodox way, and we're beyond impressed.

Lucas built an exact replica of the set from scratch, an endeavour which took him three years, and hired an Ellen impersonator to star in the video as the talk show host.

Things get even more confusing, as in his interview with the fake Ellen, the pair discuss how the creation of the very video you are watching is what got him on the show.

The video shows him excitedly telling his mum he’s been invited to the show.

It then focuses on his journey to Los Angeles, and then the interview with Ellen herself. Well, the Ellen impersonator.

"The time has come. The project of my life," he captioned an Instagram snap.

"I have worked on it for over three years to make my dream come true and be a guest at Ellen's DeGeneres show. If I really want something I work hard for it and this time was no different."

"I know I went for broke but it was worth it. Why @theellenshow ? Because she is the most courageous person in the world!"

Lucas is a motivational speaker, and hoped to use the video to prove the power of visualisation.

By physically visualising his dream, he hopes to make it a reality.

How could the real Ellen not take notice? We're expecting to see him on The Ellen Show ASAP. 

 

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Ash Soto is a Florida-based artist who uses her own body as a canvas. 

The reason for her artistic endeavours? The fact that she has vitiligo, for which she was plagued by bullies her entire life.

Now Ash is reclaiming her body for herself by displaying it in an array of creative ways, all glorifying her vitiligo. And she looks amazing doing it. 

 

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The body-positive Floridian is working on loving her speckled skin, and her 92,500 followers love it too. 

"They say your body is a canvas, I'm just painted differently," she captioned a post about her skin on Insta. 

"Finally at a point in my life where I can say I love the skin I'm in. It's a learning experience each day but I'm getting there."

 

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Outlining her vitiligo patches is Ash's speciality. 

By doing so, the body-positivity activist creates an effect that resembles a world map. 

 

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"When my vitiligo first started spreading and that's when the jokes started which caused me to never wear shorts or short sleeves again," she captioned another shot, showing her skin before and after her vitilligo spread.

"I've been called cow, I even was once told I had Michael Jackson syndrome."

"How can an innocent girl trying to find herself take that?"

 

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We applaud Ash for standing up against those who previously made fun of her and for encouraging people to embrace them selves and the skin they're in.  

That's definitely a body positive message we can get behind.

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Sligo is a county that rarely gets the credit it deserves. 

A place that is rich with history, mythology and breathtaking landscapes, it really is a great place to visit for a few days.

Not only is it the resting place of one of the world's most famous poets, but it also has great places to eat and relax. 

Whether you are planning your getaway, or have returned, here are six thing that everyone who visits Sligo will discover.

6. You can have lunch at WB Yeats’ grave

“Under bare Benbulben’s head” is the grave of famed WB Yeats. However, this is not your typical cold, sad graveyard. T

here is a wonderful little gift shop located on the grounds of the graveyard, along with a café. Get the chicken salad sandwich, fyi.

5. Lissadell house has the BEST jam in the nation

Are you a jam aficionado? WELL, get yourself to Lissadell House for afternoon tea, and experience homemade preserves that will rock your world. They are truly exceptional.

4. The seaweed baths are KING

Sligo is home to the best seaweed baths in the country. 

While the concept of getting into a bath of green sea slime is gross (we appreciate that), you will leave feeling relaxed, and with the smoothest skin you've ever had. A great way to pamper yourself.

3. You can visit fairies

Sligo is a county that is rich is ancient Irish myths and folklore. Gillighan's World is described as “Sligo’s fairy wonderland” and is nestled under the shadow of Knocknashee. 

It is a mythical park which encapsulates the world of the Irish fairy and their timeless legacy of magic and mystery. Fun for all ages we PROMISE (and there's a deadly gift shop).

2. If you climb Knocknarea, you’ll meet a queen

Knocknarea is a mountain that many people climb while visiting this glorious county. 

What most people don't realise is, that at the top of this mountain is the grave of Queen Medbh of Connacht. The tomb is unexcavated, and dates back to around 3000BC. 

1. You can camp in an airplane 

If you are looking for somewhere to stay while visiting Sligo, why not set up camp in a Boeing 747?

There is a glamping park in the Enniscrone area of Sligo that is home to some weird and wonderful options. You can sleep in a taxi rank, or in a train yard or even at a bus stop!

While not officially open yet, the quirky glamping company are taking bookings. 

Sligo… you're only fantastic.

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If you have always dreamed of indulging your inner retro fan, then a drive-in movie has probably crossed your mind as one of the best activities ever. 

Luckily, a drive-in movie is coming to Dublin, and it's kicking off this weekend.

The Retro Drive In is returning to Cherrywood Business Park over the Bank Holiday weekend, and the retro flick fans are playing some nostalgic AF films. 

 

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The movie fest begins tonight, with Toy Story, Top Gun and Titanic screening this evening.

Tomorrow night, the drive-in cinema is showing The Princess Bride, The Van and Stand By Me. 

 

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Once you arrive you simply pick your spot and tune in your radio to hear the film, simple!

Tickets are €28.00 for a car of five, or €30.00 for a seven-seater, so it's juat as affordable as a regular cinema ticket but with the added 1950s experience. 

 

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