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Ladies, it's that time again.

We're halfway through August, 'Back to School' signs are going up in every store around the country, and thousands of Leaving Cert students are desperately trying to remember whether they used the right formula in question 3 of Maths Paper 2.

That's right; the results are out tomorrow, and Twitter is currently awash with posts from 6th Year students who would rather do anything else than tear open that envelope tomorrow morning.

Let's take a look…

1. Oh, Casey.

2. It'll always be the dream, Annie. 

3. Our lips are sealed, Sammy. 

4. Just about everyone, Grainne. 

5. You said it, Breeanna. 

6. Everyone when they open that envelope. 

7. Yep, looks about right. 

And while those awaiting results gnaw their knuckles to the bone, and question their very existence, older Twitter users are, thankfully, on hand to offer some sage advice.

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In July of this year, the most sought-after listing on Airbnb was established.

And it turns out that a treehouse – yep, an actual treehouse –  in Atlanta was officially the most requested listing on the super-popular property website.

And this week, the story has resurfaced again, so in case you missed it the first time around, let's take a look at the magical abode which was built by Peter Bahouth almost two decades ago.

Described as a 'Secluded Intown Treehouse', the accommodation boasts 'three beautifully furnished rooms set among the trees'.

'Just minutes from downtown, this secluded property is an urban retreat like no other. The treehouse provides an intimate, simple and calming retreat for 2 people,' the listing continues.

With a nod to their new-found fame, the owners add: "The treehouse is the subject of innumerable articles, blogs and was recently featured on Treehouse Masters Ultimate Treehouses and Today Show video."

Reviews for the listing have been wholly positive, with one Airbnb member writing: "Peter and Katie's treehouse is absolutely perfect. We couldn't have imagined how beautiful it is in person and how relaxed you feel from the moment you arrive."

"What a truly magical experience. So relaxing and much needed getaway weekend!" added another.

"Peter and Katie's treehouse left us speechless. We arrived at night and we just couldn't believe that we were going to spend the weekend celebrating our 3 year anniversary in this magical treehouse.," gushed another.

Yep, that is the sound of us booking flights…

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Ryan Reynolds has taken to social media to pay tribute to a Deadpool 2 crew member who lost her life while filming in Vancouver this week.

It is understood that Joi "SJ" Harris was driving a motorbike when she lost control of the vehicle and crashed through the Shaw Tower's ground floor studio.

Confirming reports which had been circulating, Ryan Reynolds wrote: "Today, we tragically lost a member of our crew while filming Deadpool."

"We’re heartbroken, shocked and devastated … but recognize nothing can come close to the grief and inexplicable pain her family and loved ones must feel in this moment," he continued.

Ryan finished the message with a nod to the impact SJ had throughout her life, concluding: "My heart pours out to them – along with each and every person she touched in this world."

The tweet, which has amassed more than 136,000 likes since its upload last night, has ignited debate over whether the film should be cancelled in the wake of her death – a suggestion which was dismissed by many of Ryan's followers.

"They finished The Crow and the freaking star of the movie died. This is awful but a risk of the job," countered one member of the public.

"And Gladiator. Oliver Reed died during filming and they got a stand in," added another.

Paying tribute to the skill and talent exhibited by stunt actors within the industry, one Twitter user wrote: "it's about time that stunt people get recognised at the Oscars or similar level awards. You couldn't make movies without them!"

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According to emerging reports, Dublin's Port Tunnel has been closed this morning due to a vehicular fire.

It has been established that the tunnel has been closed both ways after a truck, which is was travelling northbound, caught fire.

Dublin Fire Brigade has taken to social media to confirm the disruption, tweeting: "We're currently attending an incident involving a truck in the Dublin Port Tunnel, both bores closed while we deal, traffic delays #Dublin."

"Our crews are dealing with an incident in the Northbound bore. Both bores are closed to traffic to facilitate access," they added.

Reiterating the announcement, M50 Dublin tweeted: "Both bores of the Port Tunnel have been temporarily closed due to a truck on fire. #m50safety."

"Port Tunnel closed both ways following a fire on a truck.," reported AA Roadwatch. "S'bound traffic slow from M1/M50 Interchange and n'bound traffic slow from East Wall Rd. Emergency services at scene."

Units of the Dublin Fire Brigade are currently in attendance, and the public have been advised to expect delays in the vicinity this morning.

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Remember that time you struggled to recognise someone you knew simply because you saw them in a different setting?

Change the location you're used to seeing them, and you may as well change their entire identity such is the struggle to quickly identify them.

So, we're totally with Irish J1 student, Emma Kelly, who recently served Taoiseach Leo Varadkar in a Chicago restaurant, and failed to recognise him.

Taking to Twitter to admit to her faux pas, Emma tweeted: "Leo varadkar comes into our restaurant in Chicago, first I ask is he Irish then I put him on a wait list and then I put him at a tiny table"

It turns out it took a colleague telling Emma that she was interacting with her nation's leader for the penny to drop, and Emma wasted no time holding her hands up and admitting her mistake.

"Honestly, what is wrong with me?" she asked. "I'm a public disgrace."

Thankfully, good Ol' Leo took it on the chin and posed alongside Emma and her colleague in a snap, which Emma captioned: "Painfully awkward pic of us and Leo when I realised it was the Taoiseach."

Not only was Leo happy to stall for a snap, but he even tweeted Emma in the aftermath, saying: "Thanks Emma. The food & service was gr8. Enjoy the rest of your J1."

Emma's story has, unsurprisingly, amassed serious interest online, with thousands of likes and retweets since she shared it on Sunday night.

And if she's concerned that her faux pas may count against her in the future, a Dublin eatery even got in touch and offered her a job when she returns to the Irish capital.

O'Connells Restaurant in Donnybrook responded to Emma's self-deprecating tweets, writing: "Hey Emma, it happens! If on J1, when back drop in to us – happy to offer you a job . Great reaction – once u realised, u played a stormer."

Emma, never change.

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Harry Potter makeup brushes have been a thing for quite a while, and just when we thought they couldn't get any better.

BAM – pink Harry Potter makeup brushes (can I get a Hallelujah?)

The brushes are designed after the magical wands from the Harry Potter movies, and they are as amazing as you can imagine.

The set of five brushes includes eyeshadow utensils that are guaranteed to make your makeup flawless. 

The five piece set is described as having a metallic finish with heavy metal handles, and nylon hair that is vegan and cruelty-free.

The brushes are individually plastic wrapped, and represent the wands of Harry, Ron, Hermione, Dumbledore and Voldemort.

We haven't even gotten to the best part yet.

The brushes are CRAZY affordable, at just €11.37 (plus shipping) – so really, we have no excuse. 

And if Harry Potter isn't your thing (sad for you), the gorgeous folks at Cookie Dough Deco offer many other themed brushes, from mermaids to Beauty and the Beast. 

Honestly, we need these stunning brushes in our lives. 

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Taylor Swift has been awarded a symbolic one dollar in compensation after winning her sexual assault case against DJ David Mueller.

The DJ attempted to sue Taylor after he claimed that he had lost his job after Taylor accused him of groping her at an event in 2013.

The jury came back with a guilty verdict after Taylor counter sued him for the symbolic one dollar.

 

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There is photographic evidence of the DJ touching Taylor. 

'It means 'no means no' and it tells every woman they will decide what will be tolerated with their body,'Taylor's attorney said, according to The Independent via Reuters.

'I acknowledge the privilege that I benefit from in life, in society and in my ability to shoulder the enormous cost of defending myself in a trial like this,' the singer said in a statement.

'My hope is to help those whose voices should also be heard.'

'Therefore, I will be making donations in the near future to multiple organisations that help sexual assault victims defend themselves.'

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The body of a man was found during a search for a Canadian diver off Malin Head, Donegal, last night.

The man went missing during a deep-sea dive on Saturday. 

His body was recovered at the wreck where he had been diving. 

The man went on a chartered dive to explore the Pinto wreck, which is 65 metres below the surface.

After the divers got into difficulty, the Lough Swilly life boat was called to assistance. 

This is the second body to be recovered in Donegal this week, after the remains of a missing hill walker were found in the Derryveagh Mountains.

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Getting your Leaving Cert results has to be one of the most nerve wracking experiences of your life, and while we don't condone eating your feelings, this sweet Leaving Cert deal is well worth a mention.

Seeing as we completed our Leaving Cert a longer period of time ago than we'd care to admit, this news from famous chicken restaurant Nandos has us a tad jealous.

If you are accepting your exam results this Wednesday, then Nandos wants to give you a complimentary 1/4 chicken or firestarter. 

All you have to do is show your school I.D and results, and make a minimum spend of €7.00. 

However, you have to get in there on Results Day, as the offer is only open tomorrow.

'Offer is open to students who are legal residents of Republic of Ireland,' reads the Nandos blog.

'Visit us on August 16, 2017 with your Leaving Cert results and your ID and make a minimum spend of €7.'

'Leaving Cert results need to have been received 2017.'

May the odds ever be in your favour, for both the exams and pursuits of fried chicken. 

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A thirteen year old girl has died after a driver rammed his car into the shop front of a pizzeria in Paris, France.  

Up to 12 other people were injured, including the teenager's younger brother. 

He is currently being treated in hospital for his injuries, which have been described as life threatening. 

The driver was immediately arrested at the scene.

One trail of investigation that the police are taking is that the man was attempting to commit suicide.

The driver was not previously known to police. 

Parisian security officials have said that there is currently no evidence that this incident is linked to terrorism. 

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A stunt performer has died in a motorcycle crash after she lost control of the vehicle she was driving on the set of Deadpool 2 in Vancouver, Canada.

It's understood the stuntwoman crashed through the glass of the Shaw Tower's ground floor studio at around 8:20am on Monday morning.

In a statement, the Vancouver PD said:  "Vancouver Police can confirm that a female stunt driver has died on the set of Deadpool during a stunt on a motorcycle."

Police have since cordoned off the area and an full investigation is under way.

A spokesman for 20th Century Fox commented, “We are deeply saddened by the accident that occurred on the set of  Deadpool 2 this morning. Our hearts and prayers are with the family, friends and colleagues of our crew member during this difficult time.”

Deadpool 2 began filming in June and according to Deadline, this was the stunt driver's first film. 

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Ryanair is calling on all UK airports to limit the amount of alcohol passengers can purchase at airport bars in an effort to clamp down on drunken disorder on flights.

The airline are suggesting a two-drink limit be put in place, as well as a complete ban on the sale of alcohol before 10am.

The company has already prohibited customers from drinking duty-free alcohol onboard planes and have banned passengers flying from Glasgow and Manchester to Alicante and Ibiza from bringing it in their carry-on.

The news comes after a BBC Panorama investigation revealed the number of passengers arrested for alcohol-fuelled behaviour increased by 50 per cent in the last year.

The programme also shed a light on the types of behaviour cabin crew are forced to deal with on a daily basis.

Ally Murphy, a former Virgin Airlines cabin crew manager, told Panorama: “People just see us as barmaids in the sky”

“They would touch your breasts, or they'd touch your bum or your legs, or I mean I've had hands going up my skirt before.”

Ryanair's Kenny Jacobs said: "This is an issue which the airports must now address and we are calling for significant changes to prohibit the sale of alcohol at airports, particularly with early morning flights and when flights are delayed."

He also accused airports of profiting from the non-restrictive drinking policy, saying: “It’s completely unfair that airports can profit from the unlimited sale of alcohol to passengers and leave the airlines to deal with the safety consequences.”

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