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Searching for a job is a job in itself.

From endlessly tweaking your CV and customising your cover letter to submitting applications which you hope will accurately highlight your skillset, getting a foot on the career ladder is no mean feat.

But once you get past the first round and actually secure an interview, you should be fairly confident that your previous work experience and obvious enthusiasm for the job will speak for itself, right?   

Don’t be so sure.

According to a recent study by researchers in the UK and Canada, your appearance – and more specifically, your weight – actually plays as big a part in your chances of securing the job as anything included in your CV.

Researchers established that women who were on the heavier end of the ‘healthy’ BMI index were subject to more weight-based prejudice than male counterparts who would come under the ‘overweight’ category.

After manipulating images of women so their faces crossed various BMI levels, participants were asked how likely they would be to hire each one.

And it turns out thinner female faces were considered better qualified for the job… go figure, right?

The same prejudice was unsurprisingly not levelled at overweight men or those with fuller faces.

Commenting on the results of the study, lead author Dennis Nickson said the outcomes was “deeply unsettling from the viewpoint of gender inequality in the workplace”.

Yeah, we’re with him on that one.

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We'll be honest here, when it comes to slippers we're not overly fussy – as long as they fit us, keep us warm and have only minimal tea stains, we're pretty much good to go.

But by the looks of things, some people out there are fussy… very, very fussy, in fact.

And if Gucci's horsebit-detailed goat hair slippers are anything to go by, the folk behind the fashion heavy-hitters are only mad to cash in on some people's innate desire to walk around with Donald Trump's toupee on their feet.

Despite looking like something you might sweep into the corner in the local salon, these hairy lads will set you back – wait for it – a cool €1,500.

And the most incredible bit? They're currently sold out.

 

Go Gucci! #chewbacca #furloafers #guccifurloafers

A video posted by Kristina Backlund

We know ladies, we know. 

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While we know every little detail about our favourite sitcoms, we're always a little stunned when the people who actually starred in them struggle to remember past storylines or gags.

Thankfully, it looks like the good folk behind one of the biggest sitcoms of our generation ensured their cast members kept on top of things when it came to the show's trivia, and two of them went and proved it this week.

Appearing on the Celebrity Name Game, Courteney Cox tested her former co-star Lisa Kudrow on her Friends trivia, and that girl nailed it.

While the questions weren't exactly difficult – Where did they drink coffee?! Puh-lease! – the two gals gave us serious nostalgic feels about our favourite New Yorkers who shut the door on apartment 20 for the final time back in 2004.

Reunion show, anyone?

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The death of Amy WInehouse in 2011 sent shock waves throughout the music industry.

Widely considered one of the most talented singer/ songwriters of her generation, her passing five years ago left a void which has yet to be filled by any other.

And while many would consider Adele on par with the late singer, the When We Were Young singer is keen to remind the public that if it wasn't for Amy's influence, it's unlikely we would have ever heard of her.

Speaking to her audience during her sold-out TD Garden Arena concert in Boston this week, Adele insisted: "I feel like I owe 90 percent of my career to her,"

Paying tribute to the singer on what would have been her 33rd birthday, Adele continued: "Because of her, I picked up a guitar and because of her, I wrote my own songs."

"The songs I got signed on were the songs that I wrote completely on my own – if it wasn't for her, that wouldn't have happened. Her first album, Frank, it really changed my life."

Recalling the influence Amy had on her as an aspiring performer, the mum-of-one added: "I'd see her on TV or in magazine shoots with a pink electric guitar," she continued to the cheering crowd, "I used to think she was the coolest motherf****r on the face of the Earth."

Amy was one of a long line of musicians who died at the age of 27.

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As debate surrounding the 8th amendment continues to rage, a host of Irish women have taken part in a short film created by the Repeal Project – the impact of which can be seen on Twitter this morning.

Directed by Dave Tynan and featuring a poem written by Irish writer, Sarah Maria Griffin, more than 30 Irish women including Aoibhinn McGinnity, Senator Lynn Ruane and Roisín Ingle can be seen wading into the sea as they call for a repeal of the 8th.

Highlighting the similarity between archaic laws of the past and the State's current reluctance to give Irish women ownership over their own bodies, We Face This Land drives home the need for change, and social media users, including Marian Keyes and David O'Donherty, have taken to Twitter in their droves to commend all those involved.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Look, you can't be Kim Kardashian without being a tad self-obsessed, right?

From taking selfies while her sister headed to jail to releasing an actual book of her favourites, Kim always has and always will be Kim's biggest fan.

But her latest stunt has actually led people to question if Kim is more than happy to feed into the perception we have her.

Taking to Twitter to wish her assistant a happy birthday last night, the mum of two shared multiple photos which purported to mark her friendship with Steph Sheppard, but really just showcased her famous curves.

In fact, a snap which Kim claimed was her favourite of the pair didn't even feature Steph… unless you count her shadow, that is.

And if that wasn't bad enough, Kim then decided to call her mate out on a habit we all have when it comes to our friend's uneaten food.

"Seriously, @steph_shep thanks for always having my back and eating all my leftovers so they don't go to waste!"

But it looks like Kim knew exactly what she was doing with the series of snaps as she eventually called herself out.

"In all seriousness I'm going 2 be totally selfless for this 1 last post. Thanks 4 being my main bitch! Happy Birthday!"

In fairness though, you STILL can't see Steph's face.

Well played Kim, well played.

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For a very long time, Prince William was considered the more desirable of the two royal brothers.

But while the rest of the ladies in our life fawned all over Will, we've always known that Prince Harry's day would come. 

And as anticipated, the rest of the world eventually caught up with us and realised that the red hair, the cheeky grin and the air of mischief which surrounded the younger prince was super appealing.

So, in honour of his 32nd birthday today, we've compiled a list of times we realised Prince Harry was hot AF.

1. The time he called a spade a spade.

2. The time we needed to have his babies.

3. The time he did his bit for feminism.

4. The time he winked at us.

5. The time his road rage mirrored ours.

6. Oh, and then there was this….

If anyone needs us, we'll be lying in a darkened room.

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When James Corden loves someone, he really, really loves someone.

And after spotting footage of New Yorker, Mike Yung, perform a rendition of Unchained Melody in a subway station last week, the British star was determined to track him down and have him perform on The Late Late Show.

After receiving a standing ovation from the studio audience and bringing members of the house band to tears, Mike chatted with James who could barely contain his admiration.

When asked about the impact the original footage has had on his life, Mike told James: "It's been awesome. I got to meet you!"

Ladies, the goosebumps for this one are next level.

 

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Earlier today, the public learned that they were in for considerably more chaos as Dublin Bus drivers announced a further 10 days of industrial action.

As disputes between the company and unions grew, commuters were advised we would learn the exact dates of the proposed action this afternoon.

And according to emerging reports, the 13 strike days across September and October have now been confirmed.

In September, services will grind to a halt on Tuesday 27th and Wednesday 28th in addition to the 48-hour work stoppage already scheduled for next week on Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th.

In October, stoppages will take place on the following dates: 

Saturday 1st,

Wednesday 5th,

Friday 7th,

Monday 10th,

Wednesday 12th,

Friday 14th,

Tuesday 18th,

Wednesday 19th,

Monday 24th,

Wednesday 26th 

Saturday 29th

Brace yourselves, ladies.

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If you make silent promises to ditch your nightly Netflix binge in honour of more wholesome pursuits with your other half, stop right there.

According to recent research published in the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships, couples who binge-watch together, stay together.

No seriously, you've been doing this whole relationship thing right all along.

Researchers at the University of Aberdeen have established that watching a television series together is linked to "greater inter-dependence, closeness and confidence."

With the help of 259 male and female participants, experts in the field confirmed that vegging out in front of the box is a top-notch way to show commitment to one another and improve the quality of your relationship.

"Watching TV with a partner or watching a movie you both like is a really easy way to improve relationship quality," said lead author, Dr Sarah Gomillion.

"Anyone can do it at any time so if this is something that is good for relationships, it might help us identify an intervention that can improve relationship quality," 

So, lolling over the ladies in Broad City, following the exploits of Frank Underwood or perching on the edge of your seat over Game of Thrones is all good… especially if you're doing it with your significant other.

Pass the remote.
 

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A 13-year-old boy in the United States has died after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds when police officers mistook the BB gun he was carrying for a firearm.

According to emerging reports, officers in Ohio responded to reports of a robbery in Colombus and were, according to a police statement, informed that one of the perpetrators was carrying a gun.

Police pursued three males who matched the descriptions of the suspects and followed two of the assailants into an alley.

While attempting to arrest the individuals, one pulled what police believed to be a weapon from his waistband.

According to the police statement, "One officer shot and struck the suspect multiple times."

Following a crime scene investigation, it was established that the officers involved in the pursuit mistook the teen's BB gun for a handgun.

Tyree King died in a children hospital this week.
 

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In an announcement which is set to infuriate thousands of commuters and motorists around the capital this afternoon, Dublin Bus have today confirmed a further 10 days of industrial action across the month of October.

As disputes grow between unions and the company, a decision has been made to halt services next month, with exact dates to be confirmed at 4pm this afternoon.

While last week's first 48-hour stoppage caused mayhem among commuters and motorists, a Siptu official has confirmed that Dublin Bus drivers do not feel their claims 'are being taken seriously' by either management or the government.

Unions for Dublin Bus drivers are seeking a 15 per cent pay increase over the next three years.

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