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As most of us know, there are bad first dates, and then there are bad first Tinder dates.

After both swiping right, you flirt the heads off yourselves before eventually meeting up for that all-important first date…and then, tragically, it takes a major nose dive.

If this sounds at all familiar, then you will be all OVER a plan which the good folk at The Brickyard bar in St. Albans have put in place for their customers.

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Offering their clientele a safe way to bail on a date which just isn't going to plan, the staff af The Brickyard have made themselves available as handy decoys if needed.

The sign, which is posted in the women's toilets, reminds customers that there is no need to suffer through a meeting which is at best, awkward, or at worst, threatening.

There should be one of these signs posted in every establishment in Ireland, right?!

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We've all endured that God-awful moment when a randomer just won't take no for an answer, and yet most of us have yet to come up with a failsafe solution to the ordeal, right?

Well that, ladies, is where our new hero, Sarah Fitzpatrick, comes in.

Taking to Twitter this week, Sarah tweeted the Rubberbandits to pose one very important question, and seriously won the hearts of the two lads in the process.

Responding to Sarah's legendary request, the lads fell all over themselves offering their seal of approval for a plan which is going to make nights out MUCH easier for so many ladies.

The Limerick lads aren't the only supporters though, with one Twitter user posting: "That's…that's inspired! This needs to be a thing!"

We're with her on that one.

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Back in our parents’ day, tying the knot or exchanging house keys was considered the most major of relationship milestones, but us millennials have a very different take on the sitch.

Getting snap-happy with your other half is par for the course for most of us, but the real test of a relationship is how long you WAIT before actually sharing those super-adorbs photos online.

According to stats released by Canon Ireland, 30% of Irish couples wait a full YEAR before sharing their first snap online while just over half take the plunge within the first three months of their relationship.

And if a snap acts as a barometer of how serious you guys really are, it’s probably no surprise that 40% of us admit to deleting photos from social media once our relationship comes to an end.

And if that seems a bit much, a whopping 36% of us have revealed that we have DESTROYED all pics of the ex after that final blow-out row.

Oh, and for the 4% of people who upload a snap of themselves and bae within the first seven DAYS of their romance? Eh, bye Felicia.

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If you’re the gobbier one in your relationship, then you know it can be difficult to strike a balance with your quieter other half.

While silence on your part is generally pointed – you’re thick about something, for example – silence on his part is simply just…well, silence.

But no matter how long you’ve been together, it can sometimes be easy to forget that his quiet ways don’t necessarily MEAN anything, it’s just how he rolls, but try telling us that after five or six G&Ts.

Here are ten things which flash through your mind when his silence is absolutely deafening.

1. He’s bored of me

“I knew that fifth ‘en fleek’ gag was gonna flop”

2. He’s boring me

“Say something. Say anything. Get the phonebook and read it to me, damn it.

3. He’s just plain rude

“He hasn’t said anything since the starter arrived and I’m halfway through my main. RUDE.”

4. He’s worried about something

“But how would I know?! It’s not like he’s spoken in the last two hours.”

5. He’s tired

“Well so am I! And yet I'm knocking these gags outta the park!”

6. He can’t get a word in edgeways

“I’ll stop talking….nope, that didn’t help.”

7. He wants to break up with me

“Let him! I’m a catch and he’s a bloody mime artist.”

8. He’s been captivated into silence

“Unsurprising. That story about your one in work was a bit of a zinger, alright.”

9. He’s embarrassed by my witty repartee

“Aw, I'm sure he’d be as hilarious as me if he just said something at least ONCE every few days.”

10. We’ve officially talked about everything IN THE WORLD

“Well, that happened sooner than I expected.”

 

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Dating etiquette can be something of a mystery, especially if you're a) just out of a relationship, b) meeting someone on a night out or just c) really in the mood for the ride.

It's hard to know exactly how long you're 'meant' to wait to have sex with a new partner, and while there's no hard and fast rule, a new survey shows that most of us do hang about a while before jumping into bed.

According to research by relationship site IllicitEncounters.com, the average new Irish couple waits until the fourth date before sleeping together.

And for most of us, first dates are just reserved for chatting and maybe some flirtatious eye contact – because the majority of couples wait don't even lock lips until their second date.

However there is always an exception to the rule of course, with 17% of men and 13% of women saying they've had sex on the first date. We'd love the data on how many of those first 'dates' occurred in Coppers…

As for getting serious and saying the L-word, it seems that's something we're content to wait a whole lot longer for.

Yup, the first 'I Love You' comes after at least 14 dates in the majority of cases, with women admitting they'd wait even longer to say it just so they wouldn't have to drop the L-word first.

Almost three-quarters (72%) of men say they were the first to talk about 'love,' compared to just 28% of women.

What do you think – do the figures match up to your own experiences?

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We've heard it time and time again – trust and honesty are two of the most important parts of the foundation for any healthy relationship.

But could lying actually help you and your other half to last the distance? According to science, that could indeed be true – as long as you're lying to yourself.

Researchers in Buffalo, New York, monitored around 200 couples over the period of a few years. Each half of the couple was asked individually at various times about how they felt about the quality of their relationship, and also about the traits they felt an "ideal, imaginary partner" would have.

One glaring observation the researchers noticed? Many of the couples felt that their other halves were very similar to the idea of Mr/Ms Right they had in their head – even if their spouse didn't report those traits in themselves.

So while you might say your partner is super-thoughtful for the surprise delivery of roses that arrived at your door on Valentine's, they might not necessarily think of it that way themselves – especially if the "surprise" only came about as a result of a frantic reminder text about Valentine's from their mum/sister/BFF.

According to the researchers in Buffalo, the couples who think better of their spouses – regardless of the reality – did better in the long run, because each half of the couple wanted to work to live up to their partners expectations.

Basically, your positive reaction to those last-minute roses might be the exact thing that spurs your other half on to do something extra special next Valentine's, just to keep you smiling.

Of course, the researchers warn that this advice certainly does not apply to more drastic situations like abuse or downright unhealthy relationships – but they noted that for couples who were already in a good place, a little delusion could go a long way.

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How can you tell if you two are really serious, or if it's just a flash in the pan?

Well, rewind ten or fifteen years and you'd have to cross your fingers that one of your friends overheard him mention you to HIS friend down the pub. Nowadays though, it's much easier to figure out what's what.

According to a new survey by Netflix, over half of couples (51%) believe that sharing the same Neflix login is a big indicator that things have turned into this-could-be-love territory.

In fact, 17% of those polled said they wouldn't even consider such a *gasp* drastic move until they were engaged or married.

With that in mind, we've put together a list of modern-day indicators that your relationship is built to last…

1. There's always a little flame next to his name on your Snapchat
The legendary flame emoji only appears if you have both been sending snaps to one another for multiple days in a row. So that definitely means it's love.

 

2. You follow each other on Instagram, Twitter, Periscope you name it.
Got to support bae, like.

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3. And you'd NEVER leave his latest tweet/photo hanging without at least liking it
No need to comment, mind you, a cheeky like will do

 

4. You share a Netflix login because you watch all the same shows anyway
It's just convenient.

 

5. And you wouldn't DARE skip ahead on House of Cards without your other half
In fact, 60% of the couples Netflix surveyed said it was just more fun watching shows with their other half than without them.

 

6. Your phone's wi-fi connects automatically at their house
And at their parents' house too, if you two are really serious

 

7. You keep a spare phone charger at his house
No more frantic 'DOES ANYONE HAVE AN iPHONE 4 CHARGER?' emails in work

 

8. Anyone looking back through your WhatsApp conversations would get a shock
Not because of anything dirty, mind, but because the number of AWFUL selfies you send each other

 

9. You two definitely bonded over your shared love of true crime dramas/awful 90s rom-coms/gruesome nature documentaries on your first date
Finally, someone who likes what you like – or who has just done his research, like this guy:

 

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Whether you're in a new relationship or have been dating for years, it's natural to feel a little lost and uninspired sometimes.

Panic not though, as thanks to the wonderful world of stock imagery, there are thousands of visual cues out there to remind you what a truly great relationship should look like.

Here are a few activities you'll regularly see all *normal* couples partaking in, according to stock photos…

1. Using a vacuum cleaner to extract cash from each other's pockets
'Can I borrow a tenner?' *waves Hoover nozzle menacingly*

 

2. Lying on the couch, upside down, with empty cardboard boxes in their hands
Who needs Reformer Pilates?

 

3. Sitting in the middle of an open stretch of road for a kiss
Lost that spark? The risk of getting mown down by a passing car should liven things up.

 

4. Performing complex acrobatics on their wedding day
'I love you too honey, but it's really hard to breathe with you planking on top of me.'

 

5. Sheltering under their favourite umbrella while indoors
Nothing beats a good snuggle under the umbrella, as any healthy couple will tell you.

 

6. Having a relaxing lie-in while wearing surgical masks
Too cautious? Not cautious ENOUGH, we say.

 

7. Sitting on the couch back-to-back during an argument
It's the only way to have a blazing row, really.

 

8. Or alternatively, dressing as mimes and screaming at one another
Are they really screaming or just MIMING screams? Hard to know.

 

9. Going all out for Easter
Make sure he holds on tight to that basket of eggs, or Aunty Sheila will never have you over for dinner again.

 

10. Taking a blow-up bed to their favourite city centre lunch spot
'Look honey, I've found the perfect patch of stained concrete for us to get comfy on.'

 

11. Rejecting gym sessions in favour of at-home workouts
Just a chilled out evening on the couch.

 

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Well, at least someone in Little Mix seems to be happy. 

While her band mates Jesy and Perrie seem to be going through relationship HELL, Jade Thirlwall seems to be having the time of her life being single. 

While Jade recently made it clear that she has a pretty huge crush on Nick Jonas (who can blame her?), reports have been circulating that little Jade is actually dating a pop star closer to home. 

The 22-year-old has been linked to Connor Ball, bassist for popular British boy band, The Vamps. 

According to The Sun, the 19-year-old musician commented that himself and Jade were enjoying "good hangs" at the moment. 

Yes Connor, we all know what that means, 

Jade, who has been previously linked to Niall Horan, has remained tightlipped on the relationship but invited the handsome musician to see Little Mix perform at the launch of their new album, Get Weird. 

However, it seems Jade might have a bit of love triangle on her hands, as her celeb crush Nick Jonas recently admitted the attraction is mutual.

Earlier this month, Nick was outed on BBC Radio 1 for liking pictures on Instagram of the Little Mix star. 

And so the plot thickens!  All we can say is… Jade we 'salute' you.

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When you break up with a partner, the LAST thing you want to see is an onslaught of them-having-fun pictures.

Rebound night out in Coppers with their mates – and plastered all over your newsfeed? No thank you.

Well, at least now Facebook is here to help. 

The social media giant has revealed new features that will make the pain of a break-up slightly more bearable. 

When you officially make the dreaded relationship status change from ‘in a relationship’ to ‘single’, Facebook is also giving you the option of removing yourself from all posts you were tagged in with your ex.

That will definitely make sure you we don’t have a public meltdown after accidentally stumbling on your holiday snaps from Spain last summer.

You can also choose to see less of their posts on your news feed without having to actually remove them as a friend in a fit of bitterness.

“See less of a former partner’s name and profile picture without having to unfriend or block them,” Facebook wrote in a recent blog post. “Their posts won’t show up in news feed and their name won’t be suggested when people write a new message or tag friends in photos.”

The social media platform is currently testing out their new break up protection services in the US before decided whether to roll out the features to it’s 1.5billion users worldwide.

“We hope these tools will help people end relationships on Facebook with greater ease, comfort and sense of control.”

Well thanks for having our back Facebook. *sniff* 

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From minor hook-ups (Selena Gomez and Orlando Bloom anyone?) to full scale relationship chaos (that award goes to Perrie and Zayn, for sure), we consider ourselves pretty well-versed in celebrity relationship history.

But not every rendez-vous is common knowledge – in fact, there are more than a few star-studded romances that totally passed us by.

Here are just 11 couples you (probably) never knew dated…

1. Ryan Reynolds and Alanis Morrisette

Even though you may have figured Ryan had a bit of a thing for blondes (Scarlett and Blake, hello!), it turns out that one of our favourite Hollywood heartthrobs was in fact with a certain talented brunette.

Ryan and Alanis dated for over four years and at one point were even ENGAGED. They called off the entire thing in 2007.

2. Matthew McConaughey and Janet Jackson

Back when Matthew was Oscar-less and way before he was starring in rom coms with J-Lo, he was also briefly courting a certain Jackson. No, not Michael unfortunately but the one and only Janet whom he met at the Grammys in 2002.

Though Matthew never admitted to the pairing, Janet described the romance as 'a brief fling,' a very common occurrence in Hollywood it seems.

3. Jared Leto and Cameron Diaz

Another Oscar winner, the multi-talented (and irresistibly delicious) Jared dated Hollywood it-girl Cameron for FOUR YEARS. How did we not know this?

The gorgeous couple were together from 1999.

4. Sofia Vergara and Enrique Iglesias

We can only fathom the Latin spice involved in this relationship. Before becoming famous in her own right with Modern Family, Sofia was MOST famous for dating the Spanish heartthrob.

5. Helen Mirren and Liam Neeson

Yep, our very own Liam was smitten with cinematic royalty back in the 1980’s. Apparently having met on the set of the film, Excalibar, they fell madly in love.

Liam later told CBS News: “Oh my God. Can you imagine riding horses in shiny suits of armour, having sword fights and stuff, and you’re falling in love with Helen Mirren? It doesn’t get any better than that.” We can’t! So cute!

6. Vanessa Hudgens and Josh Hutcherson

When we think of Vanessa’s dating exploits, we salivate to think of Zac Efron and her current beau Austin Butler. Somehow we can’t quite fit the Hunger Games star Josh into the mix.

Having apparently met on the set of Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, it doesn’t seem that this romance ended amicably. Speaking to Seventeen Magazine in 2013, Josh said: “I think getting broken up with is worse than breaking up with somebody. For me it hurts more when you’re ready for something to keep going and the other person isn’t.” Ouch.

7. Mischa Barton and Jamie Dornan

Wait, what? How did these two even meet? Our favourite Northern Irish eye candy of 50 Shades of Grey fame apparently dated Marissa from the O.C. Yep apparently these two had a proper, albeit brief, romance back in 2007.

8. Simon Cowell and Carmen Electra

Inside sources have said that these two were mad about each other at one point back in 2012 .

9. Sandra Bullock and Ryan Gosling

Before The Notebook and before Rachel McAdams, there was Sandra. Dating for an entire year, Sandra was 16 years older than the promising actor.

He apparently still counts her among his best girlfriends ever. Awh! Wait, but how many have you had Ryan?

10. Britney Spears and Colin Farrell

Ah, yet another of our famous exports doing the rounds in Hollywood. Alleged to have dated back in 2003, Britney quickly brushed off the rumours.

Cheeky chappie Colin even reportedly sent Brit a t-shirt saying “I slept with Colin Farrell and all I got was this lousy t-shirt.” We can’t imagine the two remained friends…

11. Justin Timberlake and Fergie

Way back in 1996, before double denim and Britney, a fresh faced 16 year old Justin had a brief romance with the then 23 year old Fergie.

Though the romance failed, the duo remained amicable following their split. 

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There are many stories surrounding the nightmare that can be online dating. There a lucky, and almost mythical few, who make it through unscathed and come out the other side with a shiny new relationship they couldn’t be happier about.

However, those seem to be few and far between. As a result, there are many blogs dedicated to dodgy Tinder dates and awkward coffee shop meetings. 

No Bad Dates Just Good Stories is a Tumblr account dedicated to exactly that. Needless to say there are a number of stories to be found there that make us full-body cringe. 

One of them in particular though is definitely in the running for worst date ever.

Lauren Crouch (who runs the Tumblr account) writes that her return to the dating did not go well, and that is putting it lightly.

The two met for coffee and he then invited her back to his place as he was expecting a delivery. She declined the offer and shortly afterwards was treated a series of the most awkward text messages ever. 

Things just went further downhill from there: 

Lauren, who says that she is a “huge” believer in women always offering to pay on dates was naturally less than impressed with his actions. 

She wrote: “Yes you do decide yourself what to do with your money, and last night you decided to spend it on a coffee. I don’t come with a money back guarantee. Dates aren’t commodities.” 

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Now, and you thought your last blind date was less than stellar. 

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