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Happy Halloween, witches!

Gone are the days when we rambled around our neighbourhood, dressed in a black bin bag with bags full of sweets, the smell of fireworks in air and mini witches and wizards on the hunt for more toffee apples.

Today we just hand out overpriced chocolate (that we’d rather eat ourselves) as trick or treaters grin at us in way fancier costumes.

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If you’re not on trick or treating duty and are looking for something to do on All Hallows Eve then RTÉ 2 are here to help.

They are screening one of our all time favourite movies which will be perfect to watch on Halloween night.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaben will be on RTÉ 2 this evening so get the popcorn ready.

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Starring Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson and Rupert Grint, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaben is the ideal film to get you feeling nostalgic this Halloween.

In the third instalment of the beloved series, Harry is spooked when he discovers a threatening fugitive is on the hunt for him, but luckily for the young wizard, a new teacher at Hogwarts is here to help.

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaben airs on RTÉ 2 at 7pm.

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It’s October, witches!

Halloween is here so this calls for late-night horror films and endless bags of buttered popcorn, and we have got you covered.

Here are 10 Halloween movies you NEED to binge on tonight:

1. Hocus Pocus

If you haven’t seen this Halloween classic, then did you even have a childhood? This is a must-see and annual tradition for most. Three witches, family ties, spells gone wrong – this film is the perfect thing to put on for a throwback, girls’ night.

Plus, in honour of its 25th anniversary, AMC theatres will be showing it from October 26th-31st. So you and your friends can dress up and see it on the big screen.

2. The Addams Family

I’ve never found such a strange family so relatable to my own. But the dark and twisted humour in this iconic film will have you in bits, as you find yourself comparing the character's outlandish antics to your own sibling relationships.

Tip: Wednesday is a super easy, last-minute costume to throw together if you are in a jam.

3. The Strangers

This film is for those looking for a proper scare. As one of the most realistic frightening movies I’ve seen, this haunted getaway is one you will need to recover from afterwards. Masked strangers, brutal torture, and a terrifying escape attempt will keep you on the edge of your seat.

There is nothing scarier than happy masks.

4. Practical Magic

For something more light-hearted, Practical Magic is a romantic comedy that follows the lives of two sisters, both witches, as they discover romance and cover up a mysterious death. Starring Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, it explores just how powerful magic can be.

It’s a great sister film. Even though the two girls are so different, they will always have each others’ backs.

5. Disturbia

This Teen Choice Award winner will shatter any trust you have in your neighbours. Shia LaBeouf is the boy next door in the psychological thriller. After seeing his neighbour exhibiting odd behaviour, he becomes convinced that he’s a serial killer.

But is he right? And is this mystery too dangerous to solve?

6. The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Tim Curry kills it as a cross-dressing scientist in this absurd and brilliant musical. An innocent couple stumble upon his mansion in a storm where they’re exposed to crazy characters that will have you singing along the entire way.

Warning: This movie is one of my favourites of all time, and it will become your new obsession.

7. Nightmare Before Christmas

Tim Burton has done it again with this animated, disturbing classic. Creepy and inventive, the film unlocks an entire underworld and charts its interaction with our own. The Halloween-Christmas crossover is the perfect compromise for fans of both holidays.

The Disney musical is so catchy, you won’t be able to get the film’s tunes out of your head.

8. The Conjuring

This terrifying thriller explores the supernatural realm and just how threatening it can be. In the 1970s, paranormal investigators are summoned to an excluded farmhouse to see if there is an explanation for recent and strange occurrences.

Bordering different dimensions, they invite demons to tell their stories and leave the family they're haunting alone.

9. Halloweentown

A little girl’s dream comes true when she discovers she is a witch on her thirteenth birthday. She loves her grandma’s town – full of all kinds of Halloween characters. But in this Harry Potter-esque adventure, she must find a way to save the muggle world.

The film was a childhood classic and will give you all the feels.

10. Get Out

Saving the best for last, this thrilling mystery has won many awards including the Academy Award for best screenplay and was given 99 percent on Rotten Tomatoes. Just when you think you’ve figured it out, an unexpected turns await around the next corner in this wild film.

Get Out explores the depths of racism in society in a sick and twisted fashion.

So, make sure to give our top scary picks a watch to get into the Halloween spirit and have a witchin’ weekend.

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With Halloween just around the corner and bonfires, fireworks and more all something our dogs have to deal with, Chris Hanlon of Werewolf Food has provided his top tips for keeping your dog happy and safe. 

He says, “Halloween anxiety in dogs in a very real scenario and although you’ll know when your dog is scared, unhappy or nervous, knowing how to handle it in the moment, or avoid it altogether is key. Every element of the day from the food to the fireworks needs to be considered but planning a little ahead should make for a relaxing evening.” 

  • Walk 

Chris says: “Bringing your dog for a longer walk than usual early in the evening or late in the afternoon, before much of the madness ensues, will help to relax them as much as possible and hopefully mean they are a little bit less angsty if the evening turns out be full of loud noises and have lots of visitors. As we know, the fireworks and noises can be unexpected so it’s worthwhile keeping your dog on its lead throughout.” 

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  • Hide the sweet treats 

Chris explains, “The next obvious risk to dogs on Halloween night is the sweet treats left for trick-or-treaters. These need to be kept out of reach of your furry friend. We all know our dogs will sniff out every human treat they are not supposed to have and get up to all kinds of mischief in the kitchen when we’re not looking so it’s worthwhile being extra careful and leaving treats in high cupboards or locked away in between trick-or-treater visits. Monkey nut shells can be a choking risk while chocolate and other sweet treats can be poisonous to dogs and cause tummy upset so stick to the dog-friendly treats to include your dog in the fun.” 

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  • Dangerous décor 

As with the sweet treats, Chris reminds us that dangerous decorations can be a risk too. He says, “The number one risk is lit pumpkins. We all know our dogs are curious and as they aren’t used to inviting lit pumpkins, keep them out of paws reach. Overall, my advice would be not to overdo it – the more the house appears to be unfamiliar, especially with scary statues and hangers, the more your dog will get riled up. Bear in mind too that by wearing a mask, your dog no longer recognises you and your family members so perhaps pop it on out of their sight.” 

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  • Stay with them 

Chris explains, “It might seem like the practical option to keep your dog away from the noise in the quietest part of the house but we can underestimate just how scary fireworks, spooky costumes and consistent unexpected visitors can be to dogs so I suggest keeping them close, giving them their favourite toys to keep them as distracted as possible and comforting them with affection as they need it. A handy trick is to turn on music or the TV to try and drown out external noise as much as possible.” 

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  • Ask a friend 

Chris advises not leaving things to chance. He says, “If you have a gut feeling that your dog isn’t going to react well, it might be worthwhile asking a friend in a quieter area if you can pop round for the busy times or even asking them to dog sit. You can also consider a boarding kennels in a rural area that you rate so you can have some peace of mind.” 

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Husband and wife Christopher and Bridgeen Hanlon, are the duo behind subscription-based dog food company, Werewolf Food. That’s right, you can now have your dog’s food delivered right to your door on a rolling basis as your dog needs it. Werewolf Food, founded in January, has tapped into our growing love for the convenience of subscriptions just like Glossybox, Hello Fresh and Bloom and Wild. 

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As an adult, Halloween is a pretty good excuse to make a holy show of yourself and get away with it, but as a kid, Halloween was life's saving grace between summer and Christmas.

Just when you thought you were going to burst with the boredom of the new school year, Halloween reared its head, and suddenly life was worth living again.

Black bin liners were unrolled, spiders with pipe cleaner legs were hung up, and your mam began ranting about the dangers of bangers for the guts of a month.

And once the big night rolled around, we all went through the same nine stages with military precision.

1. The parents' rules

Your parents will have laid a few ground rules when it came to sticking with your siblings while roaming the estate, but God love them if they thought you were listening.

"I'll keep an eye… but I can't promise anything, Mam."

2. The real rules

Once far enough from your driveway, you and your siblings immediately split up for fear of being seen with each other.

"Go on! You'll be grand, just don't go near that house with the broken gate. I heard your man hasn't left it in 54 years."

3. The costume

It seemed like a good idea at the time, but wandering the estate in nothing more than a bin liner over your vest and pants was your mother's biggest parenting fail.

"Can you see my knickers? They've puppies on them."

4. The explanation for your costume

No matter how much effort your mother put into that bad boy, you were still forced to tell every neighbour what you were.

"I'm a mutant from Outer… oh whatever, I'm a binliner."

5. The estates you weren’t allowed to visit

If the sibling rule was important, the 'not going further than your own estate' was an absolute deal breaker.

"If I hear you went further than the front green, there'll be absolute war, do you hear me?"

6. The neighbours who gave good stuff

Every year you made a beeline for the house that gave out full size chocolate bars, cans of Coke and share-size crisps.

"Ring again. She's only pretending she can't hear us."

7. The neighbours who gave apples

Every year you knocked in because you thought they might have come to their senses this time around.

"Ah Jaysus, seven monkey nuts?! I'm putting them back through her letterbox."

8. The bold kids

If you thought you were pretty schlick for going past the green, you had nothing on these kids who didn't even bother to dress up and waited for eejits like you to show up so they could banger the bejaysus out of you.

"Pretend you haven't seen them, but don't turn your back. That's right, let's all reverse up the road,"

9. The triumphant return for the second bag

The years you have to return to your own home for a second carrier bag such was the extent of your haul is one for the memory books.

"Only the first two roads, Mam. Better give me a few if this keeps up… no, I'm not done!"

 

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The final episode in the second series of The Rotunda airs tonight and we’re going to miss the show so much.

The emotional show has a beautiful episode to end the series on so make sure you’ve got the tissues at the ready.

We meet two different couples with different experiences of fertility in tonight's episode.

18-year-old Jake is overjoyed at becoming a daddy the minute he cuts the cord for his little baby with partner Alex.

And Alan and Stacey-Jean talk about how struggling with fertility seeped into the rest of their lives. Alan opened up about their fertility struggles and said: "It's a cold world out there if you can't have kids.”

We will also meet Natasha and Andrew who are preparing for the arrival of twins but possibility of one of the babies having Cystic Fibrosis like their first child is never far from their minds. 

Kate’s last pregnancy resulted in the premature delivery of her first baby and a lengthy stay in the NeoNatal ICU, will her second pregnancy manage to make it to full term?

Watch The Rotunda tonight at 9.30pm on RTÉ2. 

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Jenna Dewan has penned the most heartfelt birthday message to her beau Steve Kazee. The couple, who are obviously head over heels in love, are expecting their first child together.

Jenna shared a series of photos to celebrate her boyfriend’s birthday.

She couldn’t help but gush about her man in the adorable tribute. “The world became a better place the day you were born…Your strength, gentleness, humor and caring beautiful soul touches everyone who knows you,” she wrote.

“I am the luckiest girl in the world to love you and be loved by you. Happy birthday @stevekazee! (You’re going to kill me for the last shot sorrrrry)”

Steve responded to the message with a sweet message, “Thank you for being my baby mama!! Best gift ever.”

Jenna and Steve announced their baby news in September.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“We are beyond overjoyed and couldn’t be happier to be expanding our family!” they told People.

There's no doubt Jenna and her Tony Award winner beau are excited about this new chapter of their lives.

This will be Steve’s first child so the dad-to-be is over the moon by the pending arrival of his firstborn.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Speaking about her second pregnancy, Jenna gushed, “Becoming a mother is quite simply the absolute best most incredible thing that has ever happened to me.”

She continued, “Steve Kazee, you are a gift from above and I couldn’t be more excited to be expanding our family together.”

The actress also has a daughter- six-year-old Everly- whom she shares with her ex-husband Channing Tatum.

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The body of missing British backpacker Amelia Bambridge has been found off the coast of Cambodia, local police confirm.

The 21-year-old, who is from Worthing in West Sussex, has been missing since October 23. She was last seen at a party on the island of Koh Rong.

Major general Chuon Narin confirmed that her body was found in the sea around 30 miles off the island. Her body will be moved to Sihanoukville on the mainland.

“We found the body of the missing British woman,” he commented.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Amelia during this heartbreaking time.

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Selena Gomez has shut down romance rumours after she was spotted with her ex-boyfriend Samuel Krost.

The Lose You To Love Me singer was hit with waves of speculation about getting back with her former beau, but the singer had no time for rumours.

Taking to Instagram, the Bad Liar songstress responded to reports that she was reconciling her relationship with the fashion executive.

Selena wrote, “I'm not dating anyone. I've been single for two years. I'm on God's timing not mine."

The rumours surfaced after Selena and a group of her friends, including Samuel, went out for dinner in New York.

The singer has been busy promoting her new music but spared some time to catch up with her nearest and dearest.

Selena has stressed that she is the happiest she has been in a long time. The past few years have been incredibly tough for the former Disney star. Selena has had to face health issues and heartbreak, including the breakdown of her relationship with Justin Bieber, but stresses that she is happy and smiling again.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Selena praised her best friend Taylor Swift for helping her through the past few years. She told Zane Lowe, "[Taylor] was frustrated when I was frustrated, she was sad when I was sad, but more than anything, my friends stood by my side. When I think they visibly saw me in so much pain, they didn't want it for me, but they never stopped loving me," The Wolves singer said.

 

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Strictly Come Dancing fans were left heartbroken when Will Bayley and Janette Manrara confirmed their departure from the show. The paralympian has been forced to quit the show due to an injury he sustained in rehearsals last week.

The dancing duo appeared on It Takes Two to reveal the devastating news.

Both Will and Janette couldn’t help but express their heartache over their early exit from the show.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The World Table Tennis Paralympic champion looked completely heartbroken to be leaving the show.

Will said, “To me, it meant more than just a show. I wanted to try and help people as well." The 31-year-old has undoubtedly inspired many with his performances, including his partner Janette who had nothing but praise for him.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The professional dancer wrote, “I had to post this photo again because it represents everything that I feel right now. @willbayleytt will always be my champion!”

“He came on this show to share a very special message and every single week through his hard work and determination he did exactly that.”

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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She continued, “In my eyes, that is truly winning! You inspired so many and most of all me! Thank you for being so incredible every week and giving your absolute EVERYTHING! I’m sending all the positive energy your way now for a speedy recovery. And a HUGE thank you to everyone that has supported us and sent such lovely messages! I love you Will, & forever and always….. #WeGotThisChamp” Janette concluded.

We are gutted to see Will and Janette leave the competition so soon.

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Marnie Simpson and Casey Johnson are officially parents.

The couple have welcomed their first child together and we couldn’t be happier for them. Casey took to Instagram to share their joyous news.

The new dad revealed they welcomed a baby boy after a 28 hour labour for Marnie.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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He opened up about becoming a parent for the first time in an emotional post.

“Where do I start… after 28 hours of labour my strong amazing princess @marns delivered our gorgeous little man on the 29th October at 4:20pm 8.1!!! my beautiful baby boy was born,” he gushed.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The dad, who was undoubtedly overwhelmed with emotions, continued, “I can’t even describe my emotions right now, it’s been a long journey ( 10 months ). Watching the person you adore in pain is not nice but the gift we both have right now just wipes away all the bad moments through labour.”

“I literally sit and stare at him non stop with Marnie, he’s the start of our family, he’s so cute! Again I wanna say thank you to everybody who has messaged me, it means a lot, the support has been absolutely amazing,” Casey added.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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He ended the post with the most heartwarming message for new mum Marnie. He wrote, “Marnie, you have done so well, you grew this human inside you and boy did you do it perfectly and the right way. I love you, Marnie. Thank you for being my baby mumma, you KILLED IT.”

Casey and Marnie have yet to confirm the name of their son but we’re sure it’ll be adorable.

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The Last Christmas premiere took place in New York last night and Emilia Clarke looked like an actual angel.

The Game of Thrones alum wore the most divine sequin gown and we honestly can’t stop thinking about it.

The actress donned a purple sequined Valentino dress for the premiere, which was perfect for the premiere of the festive flick.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Emilia gushed about the dress and her co-stars in the sweetest Instagram post;

‘@lastchristmasthemovie not only did you give me an excuse to dress like a christmas bauble (thank you @maisonvalentino) but you gave me a red carpet cuddle attack with the fiercest most fabulous women in the bizz.. (Dame Emma Thompson aka my spirit mamma and @michelleyeoh_official aka my elf task master in couture) but then you give me a winter wonderland sofa to lounge on like the true diva I am?’

She added, ‘YAS!!!! Dream team got me on fleek…. @earlsimms2 @brigittemakeup @petraflannery YOU HAVE MY WHOLE HEART AND FACE AND SPANX’

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Emilia stars alongside Henry Golding in Last Christmas. The romantic-comedy is directed by Paul Weig and written by Emma Thompson and Bryony Kimmings so you know it is going to be wonderful.

The movie is inspired by the Wham! Christmas classic and even features a soundtrack full of George Michael’s music.

Could we really ask for much more?

Last Christmas hits cinemas on November 8.

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The list of Halloween movies we adore gets longer and longer every year. We just can’t get enough of the frightening films and neither can Ireland.

A new study by Halloween FM has revealed the nation’s favourite Halloween movie and it is a classic.

26 years after it was first released, Hocus Pocus is still Ireland’s favourite Halloween movie – that’s according to a new survey carried out by Halloween FM.

Nearly two-thirds (62 percent) say that Hocus Pocus is their favourite movie, followed by Halloween (21 percent) and Nightmare on Elm Street (13 percent). Thriller by Michael Jackson takes first place (30 percent) as the favourite Halloween song with just under with 1962 classic The Monster Mash taking second place at 17 percent.

Decorations for Halloween are growing in popularity year-on-year, and this year is no exception, with a whopping 65 percent of people saying they will decorate their houses “from top to bottom” for Halloween, but full-on American-inspired ghouls and spiderweb adorning the front of the house doesn’t appeal to everyone, with 29 percent of people say that something small to decorate the house or porch will suffice, such as a carved pumpkin. Just 6 percent said they won’t bother with any decorations at all.

U.S President Donald Trump emerges as the figure of many nightmares, with 41 percent saying that he is the worst celebrity they would want to be stuck in a haunted house with. Katie Hopkins comes second, with 29 percent running for cover from the out-spoken English media personality. Hilariously, just 7 percent of respondents object to Freddy Krueger.

HalloweenFM.ie, Ireland’s first ever Halloween radio station, is on air now playing wickedly good music and providing the perfect soundtrack to all your Halloween celebrations.

Listeners are enjoying a wide range of music from a mix of upbeat Halloween-inspired hits to a collection of spooky songs and classics. There are a host of familiar voices presenting on the station, ensuring you get in the mood for Halloween 2019.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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HalloweenFM.ie also boasts a range of extra content that will help you make this Halloween the most memorable yet. They include the ‘Sixty Second Scare’ and the ‘Monster Movie Minute’! You can also find out about all the best terrifying Halloween events that are happening around Ireland to make sure you don’t miss out on making the most of the adrenaline driven holiday.

The station is broadcasting from the Ballsbridge Hotel, Dublin.

HalloweenFM.ie is available online, on your mobile, on your smart speaker and at www.halloweenfm.ie.

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