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Just when we thought that the world had run out of ways to braid hair.

Most of us have been taught how to French braid from a young age, especially those of us with sisters.

Then came the fishtail, adding an extra two strands and requiring a higher level of skill.

Plaits have been a great way to rock that Bohemian look or keep our hair out of our faces during a windy day.

But get this…

There are now DNA styled braids.

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As if fishtailing wasn’t complicated enough!

DNA braids have gone viral on social media with their intricate spiral shapes and look especially stunning with multicoloured hair.

This is the perfect look for summer festivals!

These plaits are twisted into the signature, helix design of DNA strands, but don’t worry! They are not as complicated as they look.

The creator of the trend, Alex Gaboury, posted a step-by-step tutorial on how to accomplish this amazing hair style.

“Starting off with 3 strands, the middle one being smaller then the others as that will be a stationary strand."

"When taking a strand from left side you are going over that section, under the middle and adding to right side then taking a small section from right side is then brought under and then over the middle section and added to left section."

 

DNA BRAID TUTORIAL!!! Starting off with 3 strands, the middle one being smaller then the others as that will be a stationary strand. When taking a strand from left side you are going over that section, under the middle and adding to right side then taking a small section from right side is then brought under and then over the middle section and added to left section. Make sure your being consistent with that pattern, the braid naturally starts to twist towards left as you go down so you have to keep it tight while braiding or else it will become more difficult. Small sections are always better, they make the braid look more intricate. It’s always hard to fit a tutorial in 1 minute so I may post slower/longer one on IGTV! Happy Braiding . . . #behindthechair @behindthechair_com #modernsalon @modernsalon #americansalon @american_salon @hair.video #hairvideo #beyondtheponytail #beautylaunchpad #hotonbeauty @hotonbeauty @evahairofficial @hair.videos @hairvideoshow #tutorial #braids #dnabraid #hairgoals #hairofinstagram #stylistssupportingstylists #samvilla #hairinspo #hairinspo @mastersofbraids @hairvideosbystylists

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She warns people to be ‘consistent with that pattern’ and braid tightly. The spiral will happen naturally as you move further down the plait. "Small sections are always better, they make the braid look more intricate."

This stunning hairstyle has already gained mad popularity.

Alex is a hair guru and has loads of more plait designs on her Instagram.

So, ready to give it a try?

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Reality star Amy Childs had a baby shower, and it looks extra af! 

Amy invited all her friends and family to the event and recently posted photos of her shower.

She looks stunning with that pregnancy glow!

The actress was seen earlier this month with her daughter Pollie looking absolutely fabulous in a flowing, white dress.

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She had her first first daughter just last year in April with her boyfriend Ritchie.

And although they weren't planning on having another one so soon, they were delighted when Amy found out she was pregnant again.

‘"I would never have thought I’d have two so close together – I’m crazy,’ the star told OK! Magazine.

With just a few weeks left of her pregnancy, Amy enjoyed a beautiful baby shower with close friends and family.

Her cake was stacked high with two tall tiers and decorated with adorable baby building blocks and an intricate clothes line along the bottom.

 

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She was rocking a pale pink jumpsuit that hugs her eight-month baby bump, while pink and blue balloons are carefully spaced in decorative arches and on tables throughout the baby shower.

Amy’s boyfriend enjoys having a more private life and previously had kept his identity a secret.

It seems the couple is taking a similar approach to their new baby as neither have revealed the sex yet.

I guess we will just have to wait and see if Polly is getting a little brother or sister.

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Netflix has confirmed the release date for upcoming series Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.

The Riverdale spin-off is set for release on October 26, just in time for the spookiest time of year- Halloween.

The first season of the thrilling show will feature ten episodes.

The spellbinding series will follow the life of young with Sabrina as she grapples with her newly discovered powers.

The dark coming-of-age tale will see Sabrina adapt to life as half-human and half-witch.

The new series will be a lot darker than the original show. It has taken major inspiration from The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina comics rather than the original TV show.

Kiernan Shipka has been confirmed to play Sabrina, with Wonder Woman star Lucy Davis set to star as Aunt Hilda.

Taking on the role as Sabrina’s aunt Zelda is Homeland actress Miranda Otto.

However, the beloved aunts will be extremely different to the Helda and Zelda we know and love.
According to Variety, Zelda Spellman will be a stern and strict aunt to Sabrina. She believes that there is no greater honour than serving the Dark Lord.

Zelda is extremely protective of her young niece being described as the most disciplined member of the family.

Former Disney Channel star Ross Lynch will star as Harvey Kinkle, who has been described as, “the prince charming of this dark fairy tale.”

Netflix has ordered two seasons of the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.

We cannot wait to tune into the spooky series.

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So, apparently menstrual cups are the most efficient and environmentally friendly way to deal with your period.

And while we’re sure the rumours are true, we can’t help but feel a little bit sceptical of the unknown.

So, we decided to research these little inventions, to see what they’re really about!

Here’s what we found out:

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1. The environment will thank you. 

Here’s a fun fact: apparently the average lady discards up to 14,000 sanitary products in her lifetime – that is a whole lotta tampon! These disposed products end up in landfills, where they’ll take centuries to decompose and finally go away. However, the average menstrual cup lasts for up to 10 YEARS, so think of it as an environmental investment.

2. They’re safer.

I mean, we’ve all read the tampon box, and somewhat live in fear of toxic shock syndrome (TSS), right? Well, because cups collect menstrual blood instead of absorbing it, they don’t carry the same risk as a tampon.

How Menstrual Cups Work: Your Guide to Switching Over

3. They’re more comfortable (allegedly).

So you can actually leave a menstrual cup in there for up to 12 hours (over night, even) meaning you don’t have to worry about the discomfort of pads and tampons while you sleep.

4. They’re way cheaper.

Let’s g back to my first point – these bad boys last up to ten years! That will save you a hell of a lot of money on tampons and pads, when you consider how many we use per period. Your typical menstrual cup will cost about 25 quid, making it WELL worth the purchase.

Using A Menstrual Cup Before You Get Pregnant

5. It will take some time to become a pro

Listen ladies, Rome wasn’t built in a day! These little silicone cups will take some getting used to, you’ll probably make a bit of a mess the first few times you use it! However, once you get into the swing of things, you’ll begin to reap all the rewards of the menstrual cup.

Well, there you have it now. Facts on facts on facts.

Let us know if you choose to make the switch to a cup!

 

6. You can pair them with period pants for total coverage

If you’re thinking about starting to use a menstrual cup, chances are you’re probably worried about putting it in wrong and leaking everywhere. But you shouldn’t let that put you off swapping to a better way of dealing with your period!

Period panties are a great accessory to combine with menstrual cups, especially if you’re trying out cups for the first time. Period underwear brands like Knixteen (which is specifically for teens, win!) have created super-absorbable pants that are perfect for soaking up any leaks and embarrassing odours. They’re also ridiculously comfy and cute, meaning you can still feel confident while you’re on your period. AND they’re totally reusable, so you’re STILL saving the environment!

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We have been dying to see what happens to the Stranger Things crew next!
But unfortunately, the new release date of Stranger Things has officially ruined our day.

It was an emotional final episode as we lost a beloved character, saw rekindled romances, and watched people dance the night away at Snowball.

Spoiler alert!

We were left on the edge of our seats as the camera flipped to show the school still in 'the upside down', and the monster looming over it all.

To our dismay, Netflix has confirmed that the season three will not be released until Summer 2019.

Yes, we have to wait an entire year! Why is it taking so long?

When asked during the Television Critics Association press tour on Sunday, Netflix’s VP of Original Content, Cindy Holland, said they are taking their time with the ‘hand-crafted show’.

‘You know, the [creators] the Duffer Brothers and [director] Shawn Levy have worked really hard and they understand the stakes are high.

‘They want to deliver something bigger and better than what they did last year.[…] it’s gonna be worth the wait.’

A recent trailer for the series modelled an advert for the Starcourt Mall, informing viewers of its opening next summer.

So, while we were warned of the possible release date, many of us fans were hoping for a fall debut.

Expectations continue to rise as the Duffer Brothers take their time creating the follow up season.

So, we will just have to wait a bit longer to see Eleven kick some alien a**!

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Is there a food that drives people as crazy as bacon? Maybe chocolate, but we can't really think of anything else. 

While they are a staple for our beloved weekend brunch, rashers can also be used to cook some really tasty lunches and dinners.

And that makes us very happy. 

1. Easy bacon and broccoli quiche

2. Bacon and shrimp ramen stir fry

3. Bacon fried rice

4. Crispy baked potato skins

5. Fried cauliflower with bacon and mushrooms

6. Spaghetti carbonara

7. White pizza with spinach and bacon

 

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Tom Meagher has posted a heartbreaking message about his wife, Jill, on what would have been their 10th wedding anniversary.

Jill Meagher was just 29 when she was raped and murdered by Adrian Bayley while walking home from a night out in Melbourne, Australia back in 2013.

Bayley was sentenced to 35 years.

Taking to his Facebook page, Tom shared a gorgeous picture of Jill on the couple's wedding day, describing her as a "force and energy that was literally breathtaking". 

"I day-dreamed about what we will be doing in five years, in ten years, in twenty or thirty years – we never made it to five," he wrote. 

"Four years later she was brutally and violently taken from this world.

"Only five weeks ago I stood in the Wicklow mountains where we were married, looking up at the canopy in the woods behind the grounds, as I have done many times in the six years since her death."

Describing her killer as "the cretin who took her from this world", Tom writes how his wife still "communicates through the ones she loved and who loved her, through everyone who lives life like she did."

Addressing the issue of "the everyday spectrum of male violence", Tom writes: "In a culture where the death's of most women are not newsworthy, are so commonplace that they are seen as incidental, expected and simply inevitable, he certainly does represent the extremist wing.

"But it's the many silent foot soldiers, supporters, cheerleaders, beneficiaries and bloated, self-righteous guardians of male supremacy who vocally claim to despise the extremist wing, while essentially supporting the underlying ideology that chills my blood.

"I can hold the polarities of Jill and Bayley in my mind, as light and darkness, as good and evil. It's the deliberately inscrutable, seemingly unreachable void that exists in between to prop up that darkness that keeps me awake at night."

Finishing up his post, Tom directly addresses Jill, writing: "Slainte Jill. You were a warrior for love, life and liberation Thank you for consistently and persistently teaching me how to live, how to think, how to embrace love wholly, and to bear witness to the fire you lit in me and so many others in your short time on this earth. You are loved at every moment of every day."

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The haters are back again and have been more relentless than ever to former Googlebox star Scarlett Moffatt. We're sorry you have to deal with this, girl!

The poor actress had an emotional breakdown yesterday after incessant trollers insulted her on social media.

Scarlett appeared on the Love Island spin-off show, Aftersun, last night. During which her low-cut dress revealed a part of her bra while she spoke to the show’s host Caroline Flack.

People immediately took to Twitter to bash the I’m a Celeb winner’s appearance, starting with her bra and then moving on to her weight. There was no holding back as opinionated viewers began fat shaming the 28-year-old for her appearance, calling her ‘utterly revolting’.

Scarlett went home to see tweets judging her body and insulting the way she looked and could not believe the cruelty of women online. The reality TV personality revealed on social media that she cried her eyes out after reading the comments.

‘I’m honestly ashamed of some people on here. Hard to pretend I’m ok and be  a good role model to others about how it’s ok to just you,’ she wrote.

It is hard enough living with an insecurity, let alone when people publicly attack your appearance. However, fans quickly came to her defence after her post, advising her to ignore the nasty comments and to ‘keep shining’.

Love Island star Olivia Buckland also replied to Scarlett saying that she had received similar online treatment.

‘Babe I can feel this so much. Happened to me yesterday I broke down. From one strong lady to another; we’re better than that.[…] All I know is that you are better than words.’

Olivia’s fiancee, Alex Bowen, also vented about the way fat shamers were treating Liv, discrediting their remarks and calling her ‘unreal’.

‘Had liv crying in my arms this morning because of hurtful comments made by disgusting girls and elder women too […] no one should be made feel like that.’

Caroline Flack and Love Island narrator, Iain Stirling, stood by Scarlett’s side, reassuring her how ‘brilliant’ she was and dubbing her the ‘sweetest most approachable individual out there’.

Once again, people hide behind their computers to judge women in the spotlight, but we were happy to see others defending Scarlett and Liv.

Liv also tweeted a powerful message: ‘Lots preach for women in the public eye to be good role models and teach the love yourself motto; yet the parents of the kids they want us to influence are often the ones writing the hate.

‘Self love starts at home, at your heart and not at hate.’

Online bullying has become a serious issue, especially after the suspected suicide of Love Island star Sophie Gradon. The actress had recently addressed social media commentators who were relentless in their tormenting judgements about her looks.

We stand behind women everywhere who are verbally attacked and shamed online because of judgemental comments regarding their appearance.

It is so important to speak out and tell others how you’re feeling. Keep defending your friends and loved ones, encouragement can make all the difference.

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Love Island may be over tonight but it's certainly not the last we'll be seeing of Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham's blossoming relationship.

That's because, according to The Sun, the loved-up pair are set to get their very own reality show, and we are super excited! 

Apparently, producers at ITV2 have approached the couple about a three-part series which will follow them as they adjust to life outside the villa. 

 

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The couple, both from Essex, have been together since day one and have already planned to move in together, so a reality show seems like the next step.

 

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"There is a big money offer on the table for the couple and cameras want to start filming them as soon as they leave the villa.," a TV production company told the paper. 

"There is a huge interest in capturing the moment that Jack finally meets Danny in person, something he’s been nervous about since day one. Danny will give him a hard time and plenty of banter so it would be TV gold."

We would definitely watch it just for that moment! 

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How strong is your Instagram game?

Ever wonder why the picture of your new skirt is raking in the likes, while the snap of your gourmet sambo only received a measly five hearts?

Well, it turns out that some pictures just do better than others, and it has nothing to do with filters or focus.

According to research by social media marketing company Socialbakers, some content is just more popular, and therefore gains more interaction with Instagram users.

 

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Certain industries receive a lot more attention than others, with more than 30 per cent in the difference between fashion and sport.

Taking the top spot at 38 per cent is fashion, while beauty follows in second place with 21 per cent.

Other industries take a steep drop in interactions, with auto coming in at 11 per cent, retail coming in at six per cent, and sport coming in at five per cent.

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Coming in dead last is electronics with 4 per cent and beverages with 2 per cent (which we're a bit surprised at because… food porn, amirite?).

We honestly thought there would be more of a mix in here, but it turns out if you want to be Insta-famous, fashion is the way to go.

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Popular Irish blogger Rosie Connolly is ready to expand her family with Paul Quinn. The couple are already parents to three-year-old son Harry, but admitted they’re hoping to welcome a new addition soon.

The mum admitted that she has been feeling broody all year.

Rosie opened up about her future family plans to RSVP Live: “I have been dying for another baby since the end of last year,” she admitted.

The fashion blogger has been eager to try for another baby, but one life event was standing in her way- her wedding.

Rosie and husband Paul Quinn tied the knot earlier this year in a stunning ceremony at Carton House, Kildare.

The lavish event took a hell of a lot of organising, so Rosie wanted to wait until after the grand event to think about growing their family.

"We would love to have another baby- if it happens, it happens. Obviously, with our wedding in May we knew that we had to hold off a little," the influence said.

Having another baby would be such a joy for the newlyweds: “We would be absolutely thrilled,” she shared.

Becoming a mum was a life-changing moment for Rosie. She gushed about the birth of her son Harry on her blog.

“The love that came over me was so overwhelming, I just cried for the first week non stop, all happy tears,” she wrote.

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We all know Jack and Dani are going to win Love Island. There’s no doubt in our minds that the pair will come out on top when the show ends on Monday night.

They’ve been a joy to watch over the past few months (apart from that post- lie detector argument, which we’re still reeling over) and have certainly won the hearts of the nation.

Jack and Dani have gone from strength to strength since their early days on the show and have started planning their future together.

 

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The couple are moving in together once the show ends, and they're also making plans for their first Christmas.

*sobs*

Fans of the show aren’t the only ones who support the lovebirds, Dani’s mum Jo has opened up about her 21-year-old daughter’s love life, admitting she couldn’t be happier with Jack.

Speaking to The Sun, her mum said: “I think Jack could be the one because he’s older than her. Jack seems grounded.”

 

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However, the pen salesman better watch his back because there is one man who holds a very special place in Dani’s heart.

Her mum shared that Dani and Jack are perfect for one another, unless chart topper Justin Bieber makes himself known to her daughter.

 

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She joked: “Unless Justin Bieber comes along, this could be it.”

We’re sure Jack isn’t too concerned considering the Love Yourself singer recently popped the question to Hailey Baldwin.

He may not have to worry about the What Do You Mean singer making an appearance in Casa Amor, but the 26-year-old will come face-to-face (via video link) with Dani’s parents in tonight's episode at 10 pm on 3e.

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