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At this stage, KUWTK fans have reached a peak of desperation in their thirst for knowledge regarding Kylie Jenner's alleged pregnancy. 

The only person who can put us out of our misery is the woman herself (or Kris) and it doesn't seem like we'll be getting any answers any time soon. 

Fans have taken to analysing every detail of Ky's social media posts, searching for meaning and symbolism like we're back in Leaving Cert English Paper 1. 

 

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The reality TV star hosted Thanksgiving dinner for her family last week, and over the weekend, theories regarding one particular Snapchat post began to circulate. 

Kourtney Kardashian uploaded a snap of Kylie's Thanksgiving cookies to her Snapchat that had fans in a frenzy. 

The rice krispy treats were made to resemble turkeys, but one turkey in particular caught our eye (thanks to Kourt's handy arrow). 

One turkey seems to have a pregnancy belly, unlike the rest. 

Fans are seeing this an a sign that Kylie really is with child. 

However, others think that perhaps the pregnant turkey is in homage to big sister Kim, who is expecting a baby via surrogate early next year. 

 

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Another theory is that Kylie has been consistently hinting at the sex of her imminent arrival thought the prolific use of pink on her social media.

Thanksgiving was no different, with a pink theme for the decorations. 

Could they just tell us already?

 

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It's not often that Beyoncé misses the mark.

From secret album drops to iconic baby announcements, she pretty much slays at everything she ever does, and with some of the most loyal fans in the entertainment industry, the singer could sell just about anything she put her name on. 

However, it looks like not everyone is a fan of Queen Bey's latest piece of merchandise.

As part of her 'holiday' collection, the star has released one of the most underwhelming Christmas jumper we have ever laid our eyes on.

It's lackluster design features the words 'Beyoncé Holiday Sweater' etched across a jet-black jumper, in what looks like a child's handwriting.

Needless to say, infuriated fans have taken to Twitter to express their frustration, with some suggesting that Beyoncé simply didn't send enough time designing the garment.

The jumper sells online for $55 (€46), alongside other festive Beyoncé-themed products such as baubles, phone covers, wrapping paper and even baby grows! 

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We don't have to visit Moaning Myrtel's bathroom to experience the magic of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets anymore. 

The iconic flick is the second of the HP films to be added to the Harry Potter Live Concert Tour. 

Fifteen years since the movie first hit our cinema screens (yes, we feel old now) it's being given a new lease of live thanks to a live orchestra. 

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Audiences will be able to relive the magic of the film in high-definition on a 60-foot screen, while the spine-tingling Harry Potter score is recreated by live musicians. 

'Since we first debuted the Harry Potter Concert Series, the response from both film and music fans has been phenomenal' said Senbla CEO Ollie Rosenblatt.  

'The shows really are unforgettable and remind us why Harry Potter has meant so much to so many people.'

'To see these seminal films with a huge orchestra is beyond enthralling. We are delighted to bring Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in Concert to audiences around the UK and to continue this magical and immersive experience.'

The experience is coming to Dublin's 3 Arena on December 6, but you better be quick.

Tickets are already on sale now from Ticketmaster for €65.45 for four people.

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Emily Ratajkowski has been sharing snaps of her new swimwear collection on Instagram all week, and when the line finally dropped, fans couldn't get enough of the sexy, innovative collection. 

However, not everyone was so impressed with Inamorata.

Ready-to-wear and swimwear designer Lisa Marie Fernandez has called out the model, claiming that two of the designs from her collection were copied from Fernandez's own collection. 

 

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According to Business of Fashion, the day after Emily released her line, Fernandez sent her a cease-and-desist letter. 

Fernandez alleges that two separate styles of swimwear were copied from her.

First, Fernandez claims that Ratajkowski's Vulcan bikini top is akin to her Leandra style bikini top. 

Both are off-the-shoulder bikini tops with a slightly baggy finish.

The second item called to question is Ratajkowski's Cardiff swimsuit, which features a distinctive cut-out bow front.

Fernandez alleges that the Cardiff suit is a copy of her Triple Poppy Maillot suit, which has the same design, but with two bows rather than three.  

 

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Fernandez has been sharing the coverage of the story with her online followers.

Neither Inamorata nor Ratajkowski have commented on the allegations. 

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Let’s be real here; if you’re not eating chocolate for breakfast on the morning of December 25, you’re doing it wrong.

Christmas and chocolate always have, and always will, go hand in hand, so we are pumped by the launch of this year’s Cadbury’s CADVENT campaign.

The good folk at the wonder emporium that is Cadbury wants everyone to do their bit to spread the festive spirit this year, and that is where you guys come in.

So, how does it work exactly?

Every person that tweets using #Cadvent during the month of December will help to push the dial on the giant Cadbury Joy-o-Meter, revealing a new prize to be given away each day in the countdown to Christmas.

And that’s not all!

The Cadbury Christmas Parades will be the highlight of this year’s Cadvent celebrations, travelling around the country and making three very special appearances in local towns throughout the month of December.

The parades will tell the story of a young child’s dream that takes him on a magical journey to meet the Master of Joy. The story will be brought to life with a wonderful array of wacky floats, novel characters and creative entertainment that brings to life the magic of Christmas through a child’s eyes.

Always wanted to visit Lapland at Christmas? This year, Cadbury can get you there (almost)!

The Cadbury Cadventure Experience will be popping up at locations across the country to give people the chance to take a ride on Santa’s sleigh through snowy Lapland to help him deliver presents on Christmas Eve.

Ladies, it’s time to take your turn on the sleigh and receive a video of the special experience to take home and keep as a once in a lifetime Christmas memory.

Cadbury Cadvent ambassador and former Westlife sensation Kian Egan is almost excited as us, saying: “I am delighted to be on board with Cadvent this year.”

“Cadbury have loads of great family activities planned for the month of December which will help to get everyone into the Christmas spirit. I can’t wait for the first parade in Dublin; it sounds like it’s going to be amazing.”

Here are all the deets you need.

PARADES:

5pm, Sunday 3rd December: Sandymount, Co Dublin

5pm, Sunday 10th December:  Kinsale, Co Cork

5pm, Sunday 17th December: Donegal Town, Co Donegal

GREEN SCREEN ACTIVATIONS:

Saturday 2nd December: Arthur’s Quay Shopping Centre, Co Limerick

Saturday 9th December: Mahon Point Shopping Centre, Co Cork

Saturday 16th December: Jervis Street Shopping Centre, Co Dublin

Saturday 23rd December: Dundrum Town Centre, Co Dublin

Ladies, it really is beginning to look a lot like Christmas…

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Coronation Street actor, Bruno Langley, has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting two women in a Manchester music venue in October.

While appearing at Manchester magistrates court today, the soap star entered two guilty pleas and was told he could face a prison sentence in light of the crimes.

According to emerging reports, 34-year-old Langley admitted that he grabbed one woman by the crotch and groped another's breasts and buttocks at the Band on the Wall music venue.

Prosecutor, Karen Saffman, told the court that Langley was intoxicated on the night of the assaults, and provided details of the assaults to those present.

Reading from a victim impact statement, Saffman said: "He grabbed me. Properly grabbed me. It was a rough grab, really right in. Lots of pressure."

“Even though it was through her dress and tights she could feel two or three fingers,” Saffman continued. “She was clearly in shock. She was thinking about hitting him. She said: ‘Did you do that on purpose?’ But he did not reply.”

It is understood the first victim was approached by another woman who confided she had also been assaulted by Langley that same night.

Langley was sacked by ITV in the wake of the police investigation.

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If there is one universal truth we can all agree on, it’s that Christmas is all about children.

Simply put, December is nothing short of purely magical for the little’uns in your life.

While you may love the festive season with every fibre of your being, there’s no denying that the magic dulls somewhat the older you get.

If you’re in the business of fighting this hard fact tooth and nail, why not treat yourself and the smallies in your family to some stunning Christmas events?

While recapturing the magic for yourself, you’ll be providing the little people in your life with a whole host of memories.

Take a look at these…

Santa’s Journey

Take a journey by train through the foothills of the Wicklow mountains, and be sure to stop off at Santa’s Runway, The Talking Trees, Candy Cane Land, and Elves Village.

Warm up with hot drinks and festive treats at the Winter Lodge Café before getting your letters stamped personally by the Big Mans’s team of adorable elves.

Santa’s House Express

Taking place at the 5 Star Palmerstown House Estate, you and the little ones will receive a boarding pass which will allow you to board an enchanting Christmas train and embark on a stunning festive journey.

You will depart from the grounds of Palmerstown Estate and take in the sights and sounds until you reach Santa Claus in his magical manor.

Christmas at Castlecomber Discovery Park

From visiting Mrs Claus in her igloo home to taking part in the elves’ Art Workshop, this is one Christmas event which really captures the magic of the season.

This Christmas wonderland, which is located in the heart of the woodlands, is an absolute must-see.

 

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The Christmas lights are up, the shops are packed with sparkly dresses and the party season well and truly upon us.

And seeing as this year's festivities are already in full swing, it's high time we start stocking our kitchens with all the essential holiday treats.

With that in mind, Lidl has just announced the launch of an Organic Prosecco which is due to hit shelves just in time for New Year's Eve.

The limited edition Prosecco, made with organically grown grapes, will be available in Lidl's 154 stores nationwide for €14.99 from December 27.

Richard Bampfield, Master of Wine said of the Prosecco, "Relatively little Prosecco is made from organically grown grapes, so this is somewhat special and is a particularly expressive example. With bright aromas of pear and white peach, it is not too dry, well balanced and ideal for drinking with friends over the festive period."

So, what does organic means when it comes to wine?

Lidl helps dispel the top three most common myths.

MYTH 1: Organic is More Expensive

Organic may mean less intensive farming practices, but it does require longer periods of work and produce lower yields. However, this this not mean the price of the product has to suffer. Priced at €14.99, Lidl's limited edition Organic Prosecco shows that organic doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg.

MYTH 2: Organic Only Applies to Food

The term 'organic' isn't limited to just food. Lidl's Organic Prosecco Spumante DOC is produced using organically grown grapes, however the cellars are also cleaned purely with recycled water, and the vineyards are managed without the use of chemical fertiliser, herbicide, pesticides and insecticides.

MYTH 3: Drinking Organic Prosecco Means Compromising on Taste

Due to the less intensive farming practice, the grapes are able to fully express their flavour. Lidl's Organic Prosecco Spumante DOC, made using native Glera grapes from the Veneto region, is well balanced, not too dry with bright aromas of pear and white peach.

Lidl's Organic Prosecco Spumante DOC is available in 154 stores nationwide from December 27 while stocks last.

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Former Great British Bake Off presenters Mel, Sue and Mary Berry look set to reunite for the first time since the show moved to Channel 4.

The trio will appear together on Mary, Mel and Sue's Big Christmas Thank You, which will air on the BBC over the festive season.

The show follows the ladies as they attempt to organises a Christmas party in the Welsh town of Rhondda Valley.

Mel and Sue will attempt to modernise the local community centre in time for the event, while Mary will be tasked with cooking up a mouth-watering festive feast.

The personalities worked together on The Great British Bake Off for seven series, with all three choosing to stay loyal to the BBC after the much-loved show was snapped up by Channel 4.

Television fans can also look forward to all the usual favourites including Mrs Brown's Boys, Strictly and the Doctor Who Christmas special.

Someone grab the RTÉ Guide – Christmas telly is officially here!

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Bruno Mars has just announced six European tour dates for 2018.

The Grammy Award-winner will take to the stage at Dublin's Marlay Park on July 12, 2018.

Bruno will perform exclusive series of shows in Spain, France, Germany, Scotland next summer, before finishing off in the Irish capital.

The Irish Independent previously described the singer at “the greatest showman in pop” and guaranteed crowds would be “singing all the way home.”

Currently, Mars is on the South American leg of his sold out 24K Magic World Tour, produced by Live Nation.

Reviewers of the tour have called the hitmaker a “master of his craft and consummate performer” (Washington Post), and his showmanship “remarkable”

Tickets from €79.50 including booking fee go on sale this Monday, December 4 at 9am

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An investigation has been launched following a fatal road traffic collision in Cork last night.

The accident, which involved a bus and a car, happened at around 9.55pm on the R600 at Ballinacourty, Belgooly.

The driver of the car, and sole occupant of the car, was fatally injured.

The man in his 70s was pronounced dead at the scene, before his remains were removed to Cork University Hospital where a post-morten examination is due to take place.

There have been no reported injuries from any of the passengers on the bus.

The road will be closed between Coolcorran, Riverstick and Lybe, Belgooly to allow for a collision forensic examination of the area.

Local diversions are in place.

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Mikayla Holmgren made history on Sunday night when she became the first ever woman with Down syndrome to compete in the Miss Minnesota USA pageant.

The 22-year-old, from Stillwater, Minnesota, received a standing ovation when she took to the stage at the Ames Center in Burnsville, where she took home the wards for the Spirit of Miss USA and the Director's Award.

Denise Wallace Heitkamp,executive state director, told Mikayla as she presented the award: “You make people smile every time you talk, cheer, smile, and dance. You exude the spirit of Miss USA by always being true to yourself and putting others first.”

“You have selflessness, humility, and the ability to overcome obstacles with a smile on your face and excitement in your heart.”

Mikayla has never been one to shy away from the spotlight. Having entered into the world of performing arts and the tender age of six, she quickly developed a passion for dancing.

In 2015, she was crowned Minnesota Miss Amazing after winning the pageant for women with disabilities.

Speaking to BuzzFeed News, Mikayla's mother, Sandi Holmgren, described the moment her daughter received a letter about Miss Minnesota.

“I wrote that she had Down syndrome and thought they would pass her by but they decided they wanted her to be a part of it,” she said.

“I didn't realize it was part of the Miss USA and Miss Universe pageant and it took me a few weeks to realize the enormity of it and what a big deal it was for her to be in.”

Her inclusion in the competition marks a huge step forward for the pageant industry, as well as other young women with Down syndrome.

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