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One of our favourite things about the festive season is opening our advent calendar, yes, we are very mature.

The holidays are all about treating yourself  to the luxuries that brighten the dull winter months so why not purchase one of these glorious advent calendars from Aldi.

The store have heaps to choose from and we’re feeling awfully excited about the WINE one. That’s right, ladies. A wine advent calendar. Our dreams have come true.

There’s something about opening the little numbered doors to reveal a treat or prize that makes us feel so much better so we’ll be picking up one of the below calendars when they arrive in store on Sunday, November 3.

 From wines to chocolates and everything in between, Aldi once again has an Advent calendar for every family member this festive season. 

The Wine Advent Calendar costs €69.99 – Each of the 24 doors open to reveal a mini bottle of 12 white, 6 red, rosé or 6 sparkling wine. Includes 16 x 18.7cl and 8 x 20cl Bottles. Over 18s only. 

Aldi’s Wine Expert Tom Doorley said, “It's fun, a bit indulgent and best of all, might expand our wine horizons.”

Cadbury Dairy Milk €2.49
Toy Story 4 €1.29
Quality Street €4.99
Thornton's €7.99
Plush Advent Calendar €14.99

 

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Do you want to see a spectacular 360° view of Dublin at Dusk that will get your heart beating?  Are you looking for the perfect Insta-moment? 

Due to popular demand, the Ericsson Skyline Dusk Tours return to Croke Park from Thursday, November 21 and will run every Thursday – Sunday at 4pm until February 2.

These thrilling evening tours take place on the roof of the iconic Croke Park Stadium, an incredible 17-storeys above the pitch, giving you stunning panoramic views of the glittering Dublin Skyline as it moves from twilight to darkness.

Visitors will not only enjoy unparalleled city views from Dublin’s highest open-viewing platform, but you will also gain interesting insights into all of Dublin’s celebrated landmarks – not to mention the architecture and design of the iconic sporting stadium itself.

Informative and passionate guides will treat you to tales from the city’s rich history and tell some local winter tales. And there will be plenty of fantastic photo opportunities, making it the perfect Christmas gift idea for the Insta-lover in your life.

Visitors will also get complimentary access to the GAA Museum, which vividly illustrates the story of Gaelic games from ancient times to the present day. And you can also test your GAA skills in their Interactive Games Room.

Your ticket price also includes a complimentary hot drink or cocktail in The Croke Park hotel’s Sideline Bistro & Bar, located just across the road from the stadium, where you can relax after seeing the sights.

The Ericsson Skyline Dusk Tour, which lasts 1.5hrs, is a great idea for a Christmas gift, a work night, friends outing, a romantic date night, or even a surprise proposal.

Don’t forget to bring your camera and wrap up warmly.

Tickets are available to book online at €20 for adults, €18 for students and seniors, €12 for children, €52 for a family of 4, or €60 for a family of 5. Please note, children must be 1.2 metres (approx. four foot) or taller to take the tour. Parking is available at The Croke Park hotel or in the GAA Museum.

Booking is essential as these limited-edition tours sell out quickly. For more booking and ticket information, visit www.crokepark.ie/dusk  

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Liam Payne has crushed our hopes of a One Direction reunion (Niall was always our fave anyway)

The singer opened up about the potential reunion and it sounds like the band are nowhere near as close as we were led to believe.

The Strip That Down singer told Jonathan Ross that he can’t see the What Makes You Beautiful singers getting back together for quite some time.

He shared, “All I can say is, through album cycles and single cycles, I see everybody putting songs out at the moment, I don’t think for at least the next two years it’s going to happen.”

When asked if former member Zayn Malik would return, Liam stressed, “I don’t think that’ll ever happen. When he left, it wasn’t on great terms so I don’t feel like it’s a thing.”

The singer said there is no point in his former band member returning if he isn’t happy:

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“If he didn’t want to be here, he shouldn’t be here, which is fine. Like I say, good for him, he’s gone off and is doing his own thing and he’s doing really well so I don’t want to mess with his stuff. We did a whole stadium tour without him so I feel like it’s fine.”

Liam admitted that he hasn’t spoken to Zayn since he left the band and he has very little contact with Harry Styles. However, he remains close with bandmate Louis Tomlinson.

He revealed, “I feel like me and Louis always had the most connection through everything. There was a point where me and Louis did not get on at all, we absolutely hated each other.

“He has been really great for the last few years. It’s nice having a brother that you can lean on who knows exactly what you’ve been through,” Liam added.

Our dreams have been crushed. Would you like to see One Direction together again?

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A sentence hearing for the two boys who murdered Ana Kriegel will take place next week. 

The hearing will include a summary of evidence and a statement by Ana’s parents.

It is believed the hearing will take a full day.

Boy A and Boy B were 13-years-old when they lured the young girl to a desolate house in Lucan and murdered her.

The boys, who are now aged 15, were found guilty of murder earlier this year. Boy A was also found guilty of aggravated sexual assault.

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The Duchess of Sussex has stepped out in the ultimate autumnal outfit this morning. Meghan attended a round table discussion about worldwide gender equality at Windsor Castle and she looked absolutely beautiful.

Meghan donned a red pencil skirt by Hugo Boss, a burgundy v-neck top and matching red pumps.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The Duchess also wore her locks in a casual updo and wore minimal makeup.

The mum spoke to numerous One Young World leaders and The Queen’s Commonwealth Trust to discuss how we can help everyone get equal rights.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Meghan is the Vice President for The Queen’s Commonwealth Trust and this marked one of her first engagements since controversial documentary Harry and Meghan: An African Journey aired.

Meghan was supposed to attend the royal engagement by herself but Prince Harry made a surprise appearance.

The couple put on a united front as reports of a ‘royal crisis’ continue.

It is understood that the Royal Family are concerned for both Harry and Meghan who have both expressed their upset about the media backlash they have faced over the past few months.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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A royal source told the BBC that Prince William was worried about his younger brother and that the Sussex’s are in a "in a fragile place".

In the documentary, both The Duke and Duchess of Sussex said that the abuse they’ve faced from the British tabloids has had a severe impact on their mental health.

Meghan even revealed her friends advised her not to marry Harry because the “British tabloids will destroy your life”.

Prince Harry admitted that part of this role is ignoring these rumours, but sometimes it is too much to deal with.

"Part of this job is putting on a brave face but, for me and my wife, there is a lot of stuff that hurts, especially when the majority of it is untrue,” he stressed.

There's no doubt their families will support Harry and Meghan during this troubling time.

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It looks like the rain isn’t going anywhere this weekend so we’ll be staying indoors and hibernating in front of the TV.

Luckily, you will be pleasantly entertained with dozens of shows and movies airing on the TV across the weekend.

As usual, we will be tuning into The Graham Norton Show which never fails to brighten our Friday nights. The chat show is bound to cheer us up on this dreary Friday with another stellar line-up.

The Corkman will be joined by two of our favourite Game of Thrones stars. Emilia Clarke will chat to Graham about her new movie Last Christmas, which we’re unbearably excited about.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Jason Momoa joins his former co-star to talk about his new show See.

Oscar winner Regina King is promoting Watchmen and Ross Noble will chat about his new live show Humournoid.

Image: BBC

There will also be music from Camila Cabello, who will perform her new song Liar.

The Graham Norton Show airs on BBC1 at 10.35pm.

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We have always envied Adele’s style. The Chasing Pavements singer always oozes class and glamour and her latest look is no different. 

The songstress attended Drake’s 33rd birthday party on Wednesday night and wore the most beautiful gown.

Adele arrived at the party in a strapless black, velvet dress that probably cost more than our car.

Fans couldn’t help but notice that the Someone Like You singer has lost quite a lot of weight in recent months and the singer even commented on her body transformation herself.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The Hello singer shared a close-up of her makeup look on Instagram and wrote, ‘I used to cry but now I sweat’.

She also wished her close friend, Drake a happy birthday, ‘Happy birthday to one of the kindest and funniest people I’ve met @champagnepapi’

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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One fan wrote, ‘Adele, you look amazing. I’m truly looking forward to hearing more from you!’

‘Darling, you do not sweat. You glisten,’ another added.

One gushed, ‘Wow, you look like royalty’

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The Grammy winner said she wanted to spend the year focusing on herself.

Following her divorce from Simon Konecki, the Set Fire To The Rain singer vowed to learn how to fully love herself.

She said, "For the first time in a decade I’m ready to feel the world around me and look up for once… Learning to REALLY truly love yourself is it, and I’ve only just realized that that is more than enough."

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Adele is happier and healthier than ever before and we can’t get enough of it.

Rumour has it, the singer has been working on new music and we couldn’t be more excited for it.

Feature Image: Theo Skudra

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Gemma Atkinson’s latest post has reminded us of how powerful our bodies are.

The new mum shared three shots, one taken during her pregnancy, one taken six weeks after she gave birth and another taken 15 weeks postpartum.

The actress opened up about the importance of staying fit and healthy as a mum.

She wrote, “Dear body, Thank you! 5 months pregnant / 6wks PP / 15 wks PP. All different but all for a purpose. Growing my baby, feeding my baby, becoming strong and healthy again to be there for my baby. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“My training has even more purpose now I have Mia. I’m her role model! My health and mentally feeling good was always my priority with exercise,” Gemma shared.

“It was never to compete on stage or to chase a certain physique. It was just to be the best version of ME! By making good nutritious choices with my meals without depriving myself (hello once a week cheesecake & pizza) I’m slowly getting back into it,” she continued.

Gemma had to have an emergency C section so the mum has to be cautious when it comes to pushing herself too much. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“I started with just cardio around 8wks PP and last week I had my first session back in the gym. It was tough and I had to go back to basics but afterwards I felt amazing! It’s always worth it once those endorphins kick in,” Gemma shared.

Gemma said her mental health is already benefiting from exercise, “Despite being physically weaker in the gym after time away, I feel mentally stronger than I ever have going through what I did to bring Mia into this world. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“When things get tough, I remind myself that I’m a Mum. A badass Mum. A privilege sadly denied to many… I’m so lucky, that's what keeps me going,” she added.

Gemma’s body positive post has filled us with inspiration. Exercise has an incredible impact on your mental health so we’ll be making more time for it in the future.

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Huge congratulations are in order for Laura Prepon, who is expecting baby number two.

The Orange Is The New Black actress announced the news on Instagram this evening by posting a photo of her growing bump.

“We are so excited to announce that our family is growing. Life is beautiful! #knockedup,” she wrote.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Laura is cuddling her daughter in the touching snap. There’s no doubt she cannot wait to become a big sister.

Fellow celebrities rushed to congratulate the That 70s Show star.

Chelsea Handler wrote, ‘Congrats, baby!’

Uzo Aduba said, ‘Congratulations, lady!’

Amber Tamblyn joked, ‘And I’m so honored to be the father this time around. #SorryNotSorryBen’

Emma Myles, who plays Leanne Taylor on Orange Is The New Black, said, ‘Omg YES!!!! Yay yay yay!!! So happy for you!!!’

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The actress and her husband, Ben Foster welcomed their first child, a girl named Ella, in 2017.

The couple met in 2017 and married the following year.

We couldn’t be happier for the couple!

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Selena Gomez has responded to the Hailey Bieber speculation with true grace.

Proving that she is as classy as ever, the singer addressed her followers in an Instagram live and urged them to be kind to one another.

Hailey Bieber reportedly shaded the singer by posting a screenshot of a song called I’ll Kill You shortly after Selena released her new single Lose You To Love Me.

The model stressed that the song had nothing to do with her husband’s ex-girlfriend and Selena wanted to ensure that her fans stopped spreading rumours.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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She told JustJared, “Please stop with this nonsense. There is no ‘response.’ This is complete BS.”

She said, "I am so grateful for the response of the song. However, I will never stand for women tearing other women down.”

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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"So please be kind to everyone,” she added.

Selena stressed, “Please be kind, I don't like seeing people being disrespectful or rude to other people, so please don't do that."

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Selena’s new song Lose You To Love Me was inspired by everything she has been through in the past few years, including the end of her and Justin’s relationship.

The songstress said that it is one of the most important songs she has ever written. The former Disney star worked with two of her dearest friends, Julia Michaels and Taylor Swift, on this song. The pop stars are credited as co-writers of the hit.

We are so ready for this empowering era for Selena!

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The Sugar Culture team is delighted to welcome two new salon experiences to the top-class Sugar Culture hair and beauty group. Sugar Daddy Barbers and Sugar Coated nail and beauty bar have opened their doors in the Frascati Centre in Blackrock, Co. Dublin. The new barbers and beauty salon come under the Sugar Culture umbrella along with Brown Sugar and Sugar Cubed, all created by Sugar Culture founder Mark O’Keeffe the brains behind these highly successful Dublin salons. While Sugar Coated is the first of its name, Sugar Daddy Barbers opens as the Barbers second location after the success of Sugar Daddy on Exchequer Street.

Sugar Daddy Barbers first Blackrock store boasts a large communal cutting area, that pays homage to the style moderne movement with art deco design features throughout. The Shop hosts eight cutting stations, all lined with vintage 16th-century style barber chairs that give the state-of-the-art shop a classical and premium feel. To the back of the shop are floor to ceiling windows that overlook Dublin bay providing you with stunning views while you wait. The front of the shop is a homely coffee-cum-whiskey bar, stocked with ‘Prizefight Whiskey’, the main ingredient of Sugar Daddy’s signature Old Fashioned cocktail, as well as Five Lamps Lager, both complimentary with every service.

Sugar Daddy barbering respects and upholds the heritage of classic barbering but brings a modern twist to the new generation of males taking pride in their appearance, and this new location offers a wide range of treatments to those who pass through its doors.

Sugar Coated is the newest sister salon of the successful salons Brown Sugar, Sugar Cubed and male emporium Sugar Daddy. This autumn Sugar Coated brings a new luxury nail and beauty ritual experience to the beautifully revamped, Frascati Centre, Blackrock. Sugar Coated customers can expect expert hand therapies combined with high quality manicures using premium lacquers and signature massage techniques, providing a sumptuous beauty and relaxation experience, paired with high-brow lash sculpting and bronzing for all occasions.

Customers at Sugar Coated will be able to sit back, relax and be pampered all while enjoying a refreshing gunpowder gin and tonic. The new salon aims to cover all beauty needs under one stylish roof.

Mark O’Keeffe, Sugar Culture founder said, “I am very proud to open two more locations in the Blackrock Frascati Centre this month. Sugar Coated and Sugar Daddy will provide a relaxing atmosphere in a beautiful new location for all their clients and we look forward to seeing what the future holds”.

Sugar Daddy on social:

  • Facebook: SugarDaddyDub
  • Instagram: sugardaddyie
  • Website: www.sugardaddys.ie
  • Student discount 20%: Sunday – Wednesday

Sugar Coated on social:

  • Facebook: sugarcoatednailsalon
  • Instagram: sugarcoated_ie
  • Website: www.sugarcoated.ie
  • Student discount 10% Monday – Wednesday
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Irish influencer Jade McCann, also known by Jayda, has sadly passed away at the age of 24.

The social media star was fighting a rare form of cancer called PEComa, but tragically died in the early hours of the morning.

She was first diagnosed in March 2018 but the cancer spread from her vulva to her lungs.

Her family confirmed the harrowing news on Instagram this afternoon.

They revealed the upsetting news in a statement;

“Just want to update you all on Jade’s situation; Jade passed away peacefully in her sleep this morning at 5:10 am.

“We will put up a post in the near future with more details regarding her passing but for now her family would appreciate privacy until everything is in order,” the statement read.

“Thank you all for your support and continued kindness.”

Tributes have been pouring in for Jade who inspired many with her positive attitude as she documented her cancer journey on her Instagram account.

Our thoughts are with Jade’s family and friends during this devastating time.

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