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Turkey has placed an 'indefinite' ban on all events organised by LGBT rights groups in its capital city, Ankara.

The move comes just days after the city's governing body cancelled a German LGBT film festival, citing terrorism and public safety.

“Starting from November 18, 2017, concerning our community’s public sensitivity, any events such as [LGBT] cinema, theatre, panels, interviews, exhibitions are banned until further notice in our province to provide peace and security,” a decree issued on Sunday read.

It went on to say how such exhibitions could cause different groups to “publicly harbour hatred and hostility” toward each other.

It is likely that this announcement will fuel concerns amongst LGBT under the Islamic-rooted government of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

This is not the first ban of it's kind in Turkey. The annual gay pride parade in Istanbul has been blocked by authorities for three years in a row also on security grounds.

While homosexuality is not considered a crime under Turkish law, but there is still widespread hostility with LGBT people facing discrimination and stigma.

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Al Porter has resigned as the host of the lunchtime show on Today FM with immediate effect.

His decision comes following a string of allegations against the broadcaster claiming that he acted inappropriately towards a number of fellow comedians at various events over the past five years.

In a statement issued this evening, Al claimed that his conduct was “in keeping with [his] flamboyant and outrageous public persona.”

Read the full statement below: 

"I have been completely taken aback by reports in the media and on the social networks over the weekend, and by the scale and tone of the vitriol. While my conduct, which had been in keeping with my flamboyant and outrageous public persona may be regarded as offensive and unacceptable by many people, I at no time intended to upset anyone.

"Up until now, I had been unaware of these complaints or the impact of my conduct and I am truly sorry for any distress I may have caused in what I had regarded as light-hearted and good-natured circumstances.

"Although, on legal advice, I cannot comment on specific allegations at the present time, I nonetheless sincerely apologise to anyone I may have genuinely offended.

"I am very grateful to Today FM, the Olympia Panto and TV3 for the space and time I’ve been granted to deal with the situation. I have however come to the personal decision that I need time away from the spotlight after decades in the entertainment industry. I have informed Today FM that I am resigning from the station with immediate effect.

"To my family, colleagues, friends and fans I thank you for your many, many messages of support."

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Morrissey has condemned the decision to re-cast Kevin Spacey in a film following allegations of sexual misconduct.

Speaking to German newspaper Der Spiegel, the former Smiths frontman claimed the actor had been “needlessly attacked” and questioned the credibility of the accusations.

“I think that's ridiculous. As far as I know, he was in the bedroom with a 14-year-old,” he said.

Adding: “Kevin Spacey was 26, the boy 14. In that case, you ask yourself where the parents of the boy were?”

"You ask yourself whether the boy sensed what could happen."

"I was always aware of what could happen. If you're in somebody's bedroom, you need to be aware of where that could lead.

"Because of that, all of that doesn't seem very credible to me. To me it seems as if Spacey was needlessly attacked."

Although the outspoken musician made it clear that he did not condone non-consensual sexual acts in any form, he expressed little sympathy towards the victims of such incidents.

“I hate rape. I hate sexual assault. I hate sexual situations that are forced upon someone.”

“But in very many of these cases, you look at the circumstances and you think that the person, who is called a victim, is simply disappointed.”

The 58-year-old responded in a similar fashion when asked specifically about the allegations made against disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein.

“The people know exactly what is happening and they are playing along. Afterwards they find it embarrassing or they didn't like it.”

“And then they turn it around and say 'I've been attacked, I've been surprised, I was dragged into the room'. But if everything had gone just fine and made possible a great career, they wouldn't talk about it.”

Needless to say, his comments did not go down well, with many disappointed fans taking to social media to accuse the singer of victim blaming.

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Update: Dylan Mills has been found safe and well. 

Gardaí have requested the public’s help in finding a missing 15-year-old boy from Dublin.

It is understood that Dylan Mills has been missing from his home in Ballymun since Wednesday, November 15.

He was last seen around 11:30 pm on the night of November 15 in the Ballymun area.

The teenager has been described as 5ft tall, slim, with brown eyes and black hair.

Dylan was wearing a grey hoody, grey tracksuit bottoms and a black jacket when he was last spotted on Wednesday night.

The Gardaí have asked anyone who has seen Dylan or who can help find the young man to contact Ballymun Garda Station on 01 6664400, The Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda Station.

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Saturday Night Live is preparing for an Irish takeover with Saoirse Ronan and U2 both set to appear on the legendary US sketch show.

The programme, which sees a new guest host take over every week, announced last night that the 23-year-old Irish actress would present the December 2 edition, with U2 as her musical guests.

SNL is notorious for its short sketches that offer a comedic look into contemporary culture and America's political landscape.

Its large and varying cast comprises of some of Hollywood's top talents including Will Ferrell, Jimmy Fallon, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, Kristen Wiig, Jane Curtin, John Belushi, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy, Chevy Chase, Bill Murray and Mike Myers.

The coveted role will come as a welcome break for Saoirse who has been busy promoting her latest film Ladybird.

The comedy-drama has earned huge praise from critics so far, boasting a perfect 100 per cent score on review website Rotten Tomatoes.

And although the film will not hit Irish cinemas until February of the next year, Saoirse's performance has already sparked Oscar buzz ahead of the 2018 award season.

Fingers crossed it's third time lucky to the two-time Academy Award nominee.

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Stop everything! 

Love Actually is coming to Netflix Ireland on December 14 and our Christmas streaming schedule just got a whole lot better. 

The streaming service made the announcement on Twitter this morning with a playful re-working of one the film's best-loved scenes.

You know the one – Andrew Lincoln, Kiera Knightly, cue cards, romance…

Only this time the cards read: "Every Christmas, we get the same question."

Followed by a number of tweets @netflix begging for the film to be made available on the service.

“We hear you!”, the announcement finishes.

“And we just wanted to say Love Actually is coming to Netflix UK and Ireland. Merry Christmas.”

Originally released in 2003, the Richard Curtis film tells ten interweaving stories of love around the festive season, and has cemented itself as a holiday tradition in many households across the country. 

Best. Christmas. Ever. 

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As we enter the last few weeks of 2017, Twitter users across the globe are taking some time to reflect on the year that was.

Between political tensions, never-ending Brexit negotiations and an unprecedented exposé on Hollywood's sexual harassment culture, it's safe to say that 2017 will go down in history for all the wrong reasons.

Using the #2017In4Words hashtag, people have been sharing some thoughts on subjects such as Trump's presidency, gun control and women's rights – in what has proved to be one of the most poignant social media trends of the year so far.

However, it wasn't all doom and gloom, with many Twitter using choosing to take a more comedic approach to the events that unfolded over the last 11 months.

Here's some of our favourite posts.

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Peter Kay has added three extra dates Irish dates due to phenomenal demand.

In addition to the shows scheduled for February 1 and 2, 2018, the much-loved British comedian will to the stage at Dublin's 3Arena on Sunday February 3, Wednesday February 6 and Thursday February 7. 

The announcement comes after comedy fans across the nation rushed to secure tickets after they went on sale this morning.

His last tour in 2010 remains in the Guinness Book of World Records as the biggest selling comedy tour of all time, with over 1.2 million people securing tickets.

An appearance on Friday's Late Late Show saw the Irish public rediscover their love for the legendary comic after he performed a number of big band hymns in front of a packed studio audience.

Tickets from €45.05 are on sale now via ticketmaster.ie.

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Al Porter is to take some “personal time” away from his Today FM radio show following claims of inappropriate sexual behaviour.

Earlier this week, the comedy star turned broadcaster was accused of groping and harassing four fellow comedians at various events over the past five years.

The 24-year-old has yet to comment on the allegations, though Today FM did respond to the situation in a statement released last night.

“In light of recent event, Today FM and Al Porter have agreed that Al will take some personal time from his lunchtime radio show,” it read.

Adding: “No further comment will be made by Today FM at this time.”

As host of the TV3 series Blind Date, the station have also announced that it would cancel the repeat broadcast of the finale in the wake of the allegations.

“TV3 takes any allegations of this nature very seriously and has decided that it would be inappropriate to broadcast the repeat of the final episode of Blind Date scheduled for Sunday evening,” a spokesperson said.

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An investigation has been launched following a shooting incident in Athlone on Saturday night.

A man in his 20s was shot in the lower leg at around 9.40pm on Retreat Road.

He was brought to the Midland Regional Hospital in Tullamore where he was treated for his injuries and had since been discharged.

The area was sealed off for technical examination. 

A teenage boy has been arrested in relation to the incident and he is currently detained at Athlone Garda Station under Section 30 of the Offences Against The Sate Act, 1939.

Anyone with information can contact Gardaí in Athlone on (090) 649 2609.

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We all have a pal who keeps up with the Kardashains more frequently then they keep up with their own family. 

For fans of the world's most famous reality TV family, these card can make Christmas day that little bit extra okrrrr.

Bible. 

10. Better Not Pout Card €3.07

9. Kanye Inspired Christmas Card €3.89

8. I'm So Excited for Christmas Card €3.51

7. Baby Yeezus Christmas Card €3.58

6. Merry Krismas €3.77

5. Keeping Up With Krismas Card €3.51

4. Snapchat Filter Card €3.51

3. Hope Your Christmas Dinner Is Juicy AF Card €4.64

2. Kendall to my Kylie Card €5.70

1. You Better Not Ugly Cry Card €5.25

 

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Lena Dunham is facing criticism for standing behind Girls producer and writer Murray Miller. 

According to The Wrap, actress Aurora Perrineau claimed that Miller raped her in 2012, when she was just 17 years old

'At some point, I woke up in Murray’s bed naked,' she said, after consuming alcohol with Murray and some friends. 

 

A post shared by Lena Dunham (@lenadunham) on

 'He was on top of me having sexual intercourse with me. At no time did I consent to any sexual contact with Murray.'

Lena Dunham, who has spoken out with words of compassion for sexual assault victims previously, 

'While our first instinct is to listen to every woman’s story, our insider knowledge of Murray’s situation makes us confident that sadly this accusation is one of the 3pc of assault cases that are misreported every year,' a spokesperson for Lena Dunham told The Wrap.

'It is a true shame to add to that number, as outside of Hollywood women still struggle to be believed.'

'We stand by Murray and this is all we’ll be saying about this issue.'

Twitter is not too happy with Lena's response to the allegations:

 

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