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Huge Congratulations are in order for Rihanna and ASAP Rocky as the couple are expecting their second child. 

While Rihanna took to the stage to perform at the Super Bowl Halftime show, she announced the wonderful news as she pulled open her jacket to reveal her blossoming baby bump. She then rubbed her stomach before she kicked off her performance with B*tch Better Have My Money. 

Dressed in a fully-red ensemble made up of a stunning jumpsuit, jacket and gloves, she also performed her major hits Work, Rude Boy, Where Have You Been and We Found Love.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Following the show, Rihanna’s rep confirmed that she is pregnant with her and ASAP Rocky’s second baby to The Hollywood Reporter.

Many fans took to Twitter to share their excitement over Rihanna's announcement. One fan wrote, "BEST HALF TIME SHOW EVER".

"Queen Rihanna delivered whilst pregnant!", penned a second, while a third fan added, "I’m so happy for her. See’s glowing".

Ahead of her appearance on stage, the Diamonds singer spoke to CBS about potentially bringing a special guest on stage with her.

“I'm thinking about bringing someone, I'm not sure. We'll see”, she explained with a smile, but gave nothing else away.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Many fans speculated that she would bring out Drake or Eminem to sing alongside her, but nobody seemed to expect that it would be her baby bump making an appearance for the first time in the public eye. 

The Umbrella singer announced she would perform at the Super Bowl Halftime Show in September 2022 to all of her fan’s excitement. 

The 34-year-old revealed she and ASAP were expecting their first child together back at the beginning of 2022 and went on to welcome the tot in May. The pair haven’t shared what their first-born’s name is with the world yet.

Congratulations again to Rihanna after that amazing performance and brilliant announcement. 

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If you've been searching for a magical birthday party idea, then stop looking as we've found the most delightful option for your child this year. 

Sleepy Tipi Parties is an Irish business that comes to your home to invoke a sense of magic, fantasy and whimsy for your child’s party. They arrive, armed to transform your space into a magical, enchanting party space.

Sleepy Tipi Parties can style your party into anything you like – previous parties include the Ultimate Sleepover party, Movie Night, Wedding kids corner, Communion party or for a festive celebration of your own.

They arrive at your home or venue, set up and style your child’s event and then return to pack away the next day, leaving you with a hassle free, mess free party.  Sounds like heaven!

Planning a party for your little ones can be an exciting but it's often a stressful project, so Sleepy Tipi Parties take the hassle out of your event.

The parties are recommended as suitable for ages 6 and up.  You can find Sleepy Tipi Parties on Instagram here.

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Ireland’s favourite peanut butter Meridian is launching a brand-new line of peanut butters with superfood nutrients offering health benefits that go above and beyond a classic peanut butter.

Whether it’s getting that extra boost of energy for the early morning wake-up call or achieving the necessary vitamins to fight off a cold, finding quick fixes to improve diets with essential nutrients has never been needed more.

Each jar in the range, which is also palm oil-free and plant-based, offers its own nutrient-based benefit; Meridian Vitamin C has added blackcurrant for a Vitamin C boost, Meridian High Fibre has been amplified with the prebiotic chicory root fibre, and Meridian Energy Release with added oat fibre, vitamins, and minerals, helps to convert nutrients into vital energy making the range perfect for anyone wanting to boost their diet.

Lydia Freeman, Head of Marketing at Meridian, said: “With the colder season upon us, we know our nutritional needs change and in the last few years, more and more of us have been acknowledging the importance of boosting our diets during this time. Peanut butter already offers a host of nutritional benefits. The new trio of products delivers an even easier way to naturally support our wellbeing, whilst also enjoying a spoonful of delicious peanut butter – a win, win!”

Available to purchase now from major retailers nationwide, each jar is RRP €2.99

For more information visit www.meridianfoods.co.uk.

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When it comes to tasty treats, ice cream is an old classic that will always stay in style. There's something so comforting and indulgent about a scoop of sweet, creamy goodness on a hot summer day. But there are many more ways to get creative with your iced confection—whether you're looking for a simple dessert hack or experimenting with some unusual recipes.

We explore seven incredible things you can do with ice cream—from creating decadent sundaes and cakes to making delicious cocktail floats. So grab your spoon, and let's start exploring these unique ideas for making the most of our favourite dairy-based delight.

Ice cream sundaes

Ice cream sundaes are one the most delicious treats out there. Whether you top your treat with a sprinkle of crushed peanuts or an extra scoop of creamy vanilla, these delectable desserts always hit the spot. With their rich sauces, smooth ice cream, and countless topping combinations, these classic desserts provide something for everyone's sweet tooth – plus, they make an excellent reward for accomplishing any goal.

Give yourself permission to indulge in deliciousness and build your unique sundae today. If you are feeling adventurous, try adding an unexpected ingredient like crushed candy bars or salted caramel.

Ice cream cake

What could be better than ice cream? Ice cream cake, of course. This indulgent dessert is made by layering ice cream and cookies between layers of whipped topping. The great thing about ice cream cake is that you can customise the flavour to suit your personal taste. Choose your favourite ice cream flavours (mint, chocolate chip, or coffee) and mix and match different kinds of cookies to create a unique treat that's sure to impress you.

If you're ambitious, try making a tiered ice cream cake. Just make sure you have plenty of space in the freezer—this dessert needs time to set before it can be served.

Milkshakes

Nothing hits the spot quite like a cool, creamy milkshake. This timeless treat is made by blending ice cream with milk and is often topped off with a dollop of whipped topping or a sprinkle of chocolate chips. Milkshakes are incredibly versatile, and you can easily make your custom version with whatever flavour combinations appeal to you most.

Try adding a scoop of ice cream to your milkshake before blending for extra indulgence. And if you're looking for something lighter and healthier, opt for a frozen smoothie with banana, almond milk, and honey instead.

Ice cream floats

Ice cream floats offer a unique spin on the classic milkshake. Instead of blending ice cream with milk, these creamy concoctions are made by layering scoops of ice cream in a glass and then topping off the treat with cold soda. This simple yet delicious dessert is straightforward and can be customised to suit personal tastes. Popular flavours include root beer and vanilla, orange soda with chocolate ice cream, and espresso with mocha.

For an extra unique twist, try adding a scoop of sherbet or sorbet to your ice cream float for an unexpected sweetness.

Ice cream sandwiches

This classic treat is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day. Take your favourite cookies, add a scoop of ice cream between them, and enjoy a delicious dessert ready in minutes. Ice cream sandwiches are also straightforward to customise. You can play around with different combinations, such as peanut butter cookies with strawberry ice cream or oatmeal chocolate chips with mint ice cream.

For extra indulgence, try dipping the sides of your sandwich in melted chocolate before serving.

Homemade ice cream pops

If you want to go a bit further with ice cream, you can make your own and create your favourite flavours. Some popular recipes include almond butter and honey, peanut butter, banana, and even pumpkin spice. For an extra special treat, try dipping your pop in melted chocolate or covering them in sprinkles before serving.

Ice cream tacos

Ice cream tacos are a fun and unique way to enjoy this classic dessert. To make your version, start by taking two ice cream cones and filling them with scoops of your favourite flavours. Then top off the treat with melted chocolate or whipped topping and serve. Ice cream tacos offer room for creativity, so feel free to experiment with different flavour combinations, such as cookies and cream with banana or strawberry with mango.

For an extra touch of decadence, try drizzling some caramel sauce over your taco before serving. No matter how you enjoy it, ice cream can easily be transformed into delicious treats sure to please any crowd.

From classic sundaes to more unique concoctions like ice cream tacos, there's something for everyone regarding this beloved frozen dessert. Whether you prefer to indulge in a milkshake, an ice cream float, or create your very own homemade pops, the possibilities are endless.

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Stacey Solomon is now a mum-of-five!

The Loose Women panellist has announced the birth of her fifth child, her third with husband Joe Swash. Stacey and Joe have welcomed a beautiful baby girl into the world. 

The couple decided to share their joyful news on Instagram this evening with a heartwarming collection of photos of the tot surrounded by her loving family. 

Solomon captioned the adorable post, "She’s Here. Our beautiful, daughter born at home with all of your brothers and sister ready to snuggle you forever and ever. You literally flew into our world".

"And none of us can quite believe your thick dark head of hair that we just can’t get over. We can’t believe your here".

"Welcome to the world beautiful girl, thank you for the last few months in my tummy, we can’t wait to love you forever and ever we are so grateful we get to be your family".

During the Christmas holidays at the end of 2022, Stacey and Joe surprised their fans with the news that they were expecting their third child together. The 33-year-old shared an adorable video of herself revealing her positive pregnancy test to Joe.

“So grateful & can not believe I’m saying this… Another little pickle is on the way… A HUGE surprise, but one that we are so thankful for,” Stacey gushed at the time.

The expectant mum shocked fans even further when she revealed that she was eight months pregnant!

“When we found out we still wanted to have that first few months you usually would to adjust and get excited and enjoy it to ourselves, but that didn’t leave us with very long left,” Stacey teased a few days after her pregnancy announcement. She went on to explain that it took her much longer than usual to realise that she was pregnant, due to irregular periods and the stress of planning her wedding to Joe in July. 

Stacey and Joe already share two children together – three-year-old son Rex and one-year-old daughter Rose. Stacey also has an additional two sons, 14-year-old Zachary and 10-year-old Leighton, from her previous relationships.

Congratulations to Stacey and Joe on their new arrival!

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Olivia Attwood has shared her opinion on having children at weddings as she prepares to marry her fiancé Bradley Dack.

Speaking on the Private Parts podcast with former Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing, Olivia jokingly compared having children at a wedding to Jurassic Park.

The former Love Island star explained, “Kids at a wedding for me is absolutely unacceptable”, to which Jamie replied, I agree”, as he is also planning on marrying his fiancée Sophie Habboo soon.

“Even if I had my own children, I wouldn’t invite them”, she joked.

“I haven’t got a baby yet, so I don’t know that love that they talk about, but when I see the bride with like, this little thing hanging off her dress, its little grubby hands, I’m like ‘What the f***?’”.

Olivia continued, “You’re in a Vera Wang silk dress, you put your little grubby, chicken-finger hands all over it…no way”. 

“Can you imagine when you’re doing the vows and you hear like ‘Aahhhhh!’ Jurassic Park. I’d be like ‘shut the f*** up”.

Fans of Olivia’s headed to the comments of Jamie’s latest Instagram post, where he shows a clip from Attwood’s podcast segment about weddings, to share their opinion on what she said, with many agreeing.

One fan wrote, “It is soo much less stress not having kids haha”, while a second penned, “Why should anyone get offended so many people don’t want kids at their wedding!”.

“Your wedding your choice, people shouldn’t have an opinion on what you should do on your own wedding day, that you are paying for!”, added another follower.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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While other Instagram users didn’t agree with Olivia’s opinion and said they’d rather have their children present, she commented under the post herself, reassuring them that she was only joking, “LOLOLOLOL (Guys please stop getting offended- it’s meant to be a bit of a joke)”.

Laing also left a message that read, “I found it very funny”.

Olivia and her fiancé Bradley met in 2015 and went on to get engaged in 2019 while on holiday in Dubai. 

Attwood previously revealed the pair had to postpone their wedding due to Covid-19 restrictions and are now planning a more scaled-down ceremony and celebration. 

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The biggest weekend in American sport is here, and, for one night only, all things is celebrated in Ireland. Well, its taste for delicious sharing food will be, with Domino’s, the nation’s favourite pizza company, predicting orders to spike by over 68% at 11pm, just before kick-off. Broadcast live, the 57th iteration of America’s most famous game, could be one of the most popular in Ireland as the fanbase continues to grow, with over amateur 20 American football teams in Ireland.

To keep up with Ireland’s famished football fans, 53 stores will be taking orders until 11pm, with 48 open for kick-off at 11.30pm and 25 still open until 1.00am to fuel Rihanna’s much-anticipated mid-game show. For those staying up for the entire game and seeking a piping hot reward, 15 stores will be open until 3am, as the final whistle blows.

Some Tasty Facts Ahead of the Sunday Showdown:

  • In 2022, order numbers on Sunday, 13th February increase by 34% between 10pm and 11pm, and a staggering 68%1 between 11pm and midnight. Domino’s expects these numbers will spike again this year
  • Last year, 800 pizzas were ordered in the 30 minutes before kick-off. Stores predict a similar number of orders this year, ahead of the coin toss
  • During last year’s game, American Football fans couldn’t get enough chicken, with over 250 portions ordered at 11 pm on game day

Domino’s Head of Sporting Snacks, Sam Wilson, said: “This Sunday will be stuffed full of drama, but whilst we love all things American, stores this side of the pond will be delivering pizzas to our homegrown fans, cheering every touchdown and interception.  We can’t wait to see who takes home the silverware, while we serve up some delicious, piping hot pizzas to make the game as tasty as ever!”

Nab The Mega Deal for you and your mates – any large pizza, garlic pizza bread, wedges and cookies all for €26.99 – the perfect side to a night of American Football.

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Molly-Mae Hague has opened up about her breastfeeding journey and shared a candid update about how she was struggling with her supply. 

The former Love Island star welcomed her baby daughter, Bambi, into the world on January 23 and has been keeping her fans up to date on mum-life through social media. 

Taking to her Instagram Stories earlier today, Molly told her 7.1M followers that she had a “really c**p moment” when her milk supply dropped yesterday and asked for advice on natural ways to help.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Posting a photo of a baby bottle, Hague explained, “Had a super super low supply yesterday, literally couldn't get a single droplet of milk from me".

"For the first time we had to give Bambi some formula because she just wasn't sleeping from being starving / not getting enough breast milk as my body couldn't produce it (I think from being so exhausted)”.

“Was a really c**p moment for me but I am REALLY determined to not give up, hopefully it was just a bad day… just managed 4 ounces in one pump so that's really perked me up”.

The new mum added, “Little wins”, along with a heart emoji.

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Molly-Mae also shared a sweet message for all the new mums that follow her on Instagram, saying, “All my new mums out there… you've got this. I'm with you”.

Earlier today, the reality TV star told fans that she was ‘challenging’ herself to put on an outfit that was more her style so she could take her daughter for a walk. 

Showing her outfit, which consisted of leggings, a cosy jumper, UGG boots, a long jacket and slicked-back bun, Molly wrote, “Today’s challenge: put a ‘me’ outfit on and take Bambi for a walk”. 

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It’s Friday night, which can only mean one thing – it’s movie night!

Once we reach the weekend, we always find ourselves desperate to snuggle up on the sofa with a great film and a huge bowl of our favorite snacks – we’re always partial to a bit of popcorn.

It can often be a struggle to decide what to watch these days, considering that there is such a vast volume of choice out there. However, not to panic tonight, as RTÉ2 have decided to air a brilliant movie for us!

The Devil Wears Prada is a 2006 classic and we’ve lost count of how many times we’ve watched it, and so we couldn’t be more delighted that it’s going to be on the telly tonight. 

If you haven’t seen it, the iconic film stars Anne Hathaway as Andrea Sachs, a budding journalist who has recently graduated from college and is desperately trying to secure her big break in New York City.

Andy eventually lands a job interview at the titan Runway fashion magazine, which is headed by the terrifying editor-in-chief, Miranda Priestly (played by Meryl Streep).

Miraculously, despite having a seemingly disastrous interview experience, Andy ends up getting the job as Miranda’s assistant. 

However, despite it being a job that other girls would “kill for”, Andrea struggles to fit in. Her unfamiliarity with the worlds of Prada, Gucci and Louis Vuitton makes her stand out, and not in a good way.

Eventually, she begins to blend in, but the demands of her job start to put strains on many aspects of her life – not just with her relationship with herself, but with her relationship with boyfriend Nate (Adrian Grenier), too.

In the end, what will Andy choose to save – the first step to the role of her dreams as a journalist, or the security of her relationships and friendships?

Tune in to find out! The Devil Wears Prada will be airing tonight on RTÉ2 at 10:20pm.

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Amy Childs has addressed rumours that she is engaged to her boyfriend Billy Delbosq amid sparking speculation amongst fans when recently talking about “exciting news”.

The Only Way is Esssx star took to Instagram to share a gorgeous snap of the couple at the lavish baby shower they threw for their twins when Amy revealed, “Feeling very overwhelmed and emotional today. Me and @billydelbosq8 have some very exciting news coming soon. I am so excited to tell you…”.

After many fans excitedly guessed that Billy had proposed at the baby shower, Amy took to her Instagram Stories to set the record straight.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The 32-year-old explained, “Everyone messaging me what our exciting news is, I’m sure we can share with you in the next few days and no I’m not engaged yet”, before adding laughing emojis.

Since Amy has now confirmed that the pair aren’t engaged, we wonder what the exciting news could be!

Childs also spoke about her baby shower and shared details and pictures from the momentous day. 

Credit: Amy Childs Instagram

She wore a beautiful long-sleeved blue dress that hugged her blossoming baby bump, while Billy looked dapper in a brown suit and white turtle-neck jumper.

“What a beautiful day yesterday I had celebrating my baby shower, woke up feeling the happiest girl in the world this morning”.

“All of my family and friends there, my TOWIE family for making it so special, the team for making it Essex's biggest baby shower”, Amy added.

Credit: Amy Childs Instagram

The reality TV star’s baby shower looked absolutely gorgeous with two cakes, an elaborate table of pink and blue food, giant teddy bears, lights that spelled out ‘Twins’, pink and blue balloon displays and large prints of Amy’s pregnancy photoshoot. 

Amy announced she was expecting twins back in October and revealed that she was having one boy and one girl in November with a sweet video where she and Billy popped balloons that released pink and blue confetti.

Amy is already mum to five-year-old Polly and four-year-old Ritchie, while Billy is becoming a first-time dad.

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A 17-year-old boy is still missing from Lucan in Co. Dublin. 

Gardaí are renewing their appeal to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 17-year-old Ciaran Brennan.

Ciaran has been missing from the Lucan area of Dublin since Wednesday, February 1, 2023.

The teen is described as being 5 foot 11 inches in height, of slim build, with brown hair and blue eyes.

When Ciaran was last seen, he was wearing a black tracksuit. 

Anyone with information on Ciaran’s whereabouts is asked to contact Lucan Garda Station on 01 666 7300, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda Station.

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It’s the Start of Something New for Vanessa Hudegns and Cole Tucker as the pair have confirmed they are engaged. 

The High School Musical star revealed she “couldn’t be happier” that she and her baseball player fiancé will soon be husband and wife.

Vanessa shared the exciting news to her 48.5M Instagram followers by posting two beautiful snaps of the pair after Cole popped the big question. 

One photo shows the couple posing for the camera with Tucker’s arms wrapped around Vanessa’s waist as she held up her ring finger, showing her stunning ring. 

The second picture shows a close-up of the rock of Hudgens’ hand with the Eiffel Tower lit up in the background. 

The 34-year-old captioned the post, “YES. We couldn’t be happier”, followed by a heart emoji. 

A host of famous faces and fans rushed to the comments to congratulate the couple on their wonderful new adventure together. 

Modern Family star Sarah Hyland wrote, “Couldn't be happier. Right here, look what we've got. A fairy-tale plot, Our very own happy ending”.

“Ahhh congrats mama!”, penned Emily in Paris’ Lily Jones, while Brittany Snow from Pitch Perfect said, “CONGRATS v!!! Love love love”.

Pretty Little Liars actress Ashley Benson added, “Love you guys”.

Rumours started circulating last week that the pair were engaged but neither commented on the speculations until now. 

When Speaking to Entertainment Tonight back in 2021, The Princess Switch star revealed that she and Cole met while on a Zoom meditation group.

The pair went ‘Instagram official’ on Valentine’s Day in 2021 when Vanessa shared a photo of the pair kissing with the caption, “It’s you, it’s me, it’s us”.

Congratulations to the happy couple!

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