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Everyone is now obsessing over Derry Girls since it arrived on Netflix and we are not one bit surprised.

The beloved show stole our hearts when it first made its debut on Channel 4 in January 2018.

The comedy series follows the lives of Derry teens Erin, Orla, Michelle, Clare and James and is written by the unbelievably talented Lisa McGee.

Lisa recently gushed about the shows well-awaited return to the telly box. Fans of the show won’t have long to wait as she shared the potential release date during an interview on The Nolan Show on BBC Radio Ulster.

The writer said: “They’re talking about March, early March. See, that’s all Channel 4. That’s when I think it will be released.”

We have mere weeks to go until the second season of the comedy show and we honestly couldn’t be more excited about the show’s return.

Season two is bound to be a major crowd-pleaser. Lisa said it is even better than the first, which will be hard to top.

Fans are in for a real treat: “I love it. We’re editing it now,” she shared.

Lisa continued: “It’s better than season one, it’s a bit more ambitious and because we know what we’re doing a bit more, it’s better.”

We’ll be seeing a hell of a lot more Derry Girls in the future too with a potential third season in the works.

“We’re talking about doing a third series. Hopefully, if the second one goes well and everything goes according to plan, we’ll do a third series,” she added.

Bring on March 2019.

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Nowadays you're supposed to have your life sorted as soon as you exit the womb.

Okay, maybe I'm exaggerating but the pressure is on as a 20-odd-year-old to have your career path chosen, your relationship golden and your life stable.

So it was beyond refreshing when we had a chat with actor Simon Delaney, who said he didn't have his sh*t together until the age of 28.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Talking to SHEmazing, he explained all the different careers he wanted to pursue before he caught the acting bug.

"I don't think I had a clue until I was about 28 – I really hadn’t got a clue – I just kinda ambled and arsed my way through my teens and my twenties."

"I wanted to be a bus driver, I wanted to be a chef and then somehow I ended up as an actor…how did that work out?" he humbly questioned.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Although once Simon did forge the acting path, he did have a lot of aspirations for his career – and most of his dreams have come true.

"A lot of my wishes have come true, you know I always wished when I became an actor that I could appear on the West End and I have done that."

"I’ve worked in Hollywood, I have done movies, TV series – I’ve been very lucky, so I suppose most of my wishes have been granted."

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Besides his career, Simon revealed that even in his twenties he knew he wanted to be a parent.

"I was lucky enough to meet Lisa…and two houses and four kids later, here we are. So my wishes were granted and I thank God every night.

"Every night when I am picking toys off the floor and wiping dirty arses, I thank god that my wishes came true," he joked- AWH, bless.

Given his good fortune, when One4all asked Simon to hop aboard their Christmas appeal to grant three lucky people their festive wishes, he didn't hesitate. 

Talking about the competition where One4all ask people around Ireland to submit their Christmas wishes, he said: "I think it’s a gorgeous campaign". 

Last year, people entered their wishes in their thousands and three lucky people were granted their wishes.

"This year they are doing the same and they have until November 27 to pop onto the One4all website to send in their Christmas wish. And you know what, Santa just might grant it," explained Simon.

Whether its reuniting with a long-distance loved one, making that special someone smile with an unforgettable yuletide surprise, or asking the love of your life to be yours forever, Simon and One4all want to hear from you.

So what are you waiting for? Go and fill out that form.

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Here at SHEmazing, it's fair to say we take the term 'nails on point' very seriously.

So when we stumble upon a nail place that has that something special about it, we tend to rave and rant about how AMAZING the experience was – and we’ve found another.

We’ve uncovered a gem hiding in the heart of Dublin city and it’s the best-kept secret on the capital's cobbles – and it’s certainly one for the Christmas list.

CHIPPED Nail Bar in the Powerscourt TownHouse transforms your nails at an absolute steal, in a decked out studio, surrounded by the nicest staff. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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One look at their Instagram shows the level of talent and creativity the nail artists have at CHIPPED.

From Shellac, gel and stunning nail art, they do it all – and we can't cope at how good it is.

And for all you busy huns, the salon is open 10 pm on Friday and Saturays, so you no longer have to try and fit an inconvenient appointment around your schedule – and you can actually relax during your appointment.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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It doesn't surprise us that the beaut Laura Whitmore, superstar Demi Lovato, icon Samantha Mumba, blogger Dee Alfaro and model Alannah Beirne have all frequented the salon. 

If that wasn't enough, you can also book a private party at the salon – so you can kick off your girls' night in style.

Sip that bubbly and treat your nails to a make-over as you catch up with all the gals.

The salon is also a fabulous location for a Hen Party, because who doesn't love getting their nails done? – You'll be the number one maid of honour.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Their flexibility means you can make the activity an after lunch hangout, pre-drinks blowout or book it exclusively for your group as an after-dinner pamper session before going on the tear – it's completely up to you.

As well as keeping your nails looking lit, the girls at Chipped also pay special attention to brows and lashes. 

Russian eyelash extension experts and experienced brow artists are on hand to pamper you with relaxing treatments to make that eye area pop (best of all, their Russian lashes are 50% off this month). 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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They've channelled our inner boss b*tch and understand our needs perfectly by creating four subscription services.

Each subscription gives a different level of nail maintenance to suit all tastes.

Tailored to all different price ranges, you can have your beautiful nails and not break the bank.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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They also take walk-in appointments for gals on the go, so you're never caught out with nails not looking their best. 

If you or one of your besties are obsessed with everything nails, then you NEED to gift them the unbelievable nail subscription or a gift card this festive season.

We've totally fallen in love with this beauty salon and we know you will too – so head over to our Instagram where we are giving away a pamper session worth €500 in CHIPPED Dublin. 

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It feels like there is a Starbucks on the corner of every street in Dublin’s city centre. The popular American coffee chain is taking over the Big Smoke, and overshadows the plethora of independent coffee shops that are available in the city.

Dublin is full of unique and welcoming coffee shops that serve rich coffee, drool-worthy cakes and are just that little bit more warming and special.

There is a cafe on Dawson Street that is without a doubt one of my favourite places in Dublin. It’s my go-to place for coffee dates and the perfect spot to relax after a hectic day at work.

The Bestseller cafe is bound to be your new favourite place to drink gallons of coffee and catch up with your nearest and dearest.

What makes the spot so appealing is the atmosphere. It’s soothing and relaxed and reminds me of some kind of quirky library.

The Bestseller feels like my second home at this stage. The staff are attentive and don’t heckle you to leave once you gulp the final bit of coffee in your mug.

It’s a spot in the heart of Dublin that manages to capture the real joy of the city. The stacks of classic novels remind you of the city’s history. The warm mugs of coffee make you feel as snug as a bug. The constant chatter of your fellow customers creates an electric, but calm atmosphere that you’ll quickly become addicted to, just like the delicious Badger and Dodo coffee on sale there.

There is nowhere I’d rather be on a rainy Sunday afternoon in Dublin than The Bestseller. Curling up in one of the cozy armchairs with a book is one of the greatest ways to unwind in the city that has forgotten how to switch off.

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An Irish ice-cream shop has officially crossed the boundary between dinner and dessert. 

Gelati, which has shops in Ballina and Eniscrone, has created a ketchup flavoured ice-cream. 

Yes, you heard us right, tomato ketchup flavoured ice-cream. 

And they're not just doing it for the craic, the saucy treat is in honour of Ed Sheeran's current tour around our fair isle. 

It's a well known fact that Ed is absolutely obsessed with Heinz ketchup, even going so far as to have the label tattooed on his arm. 

Now that's dedication. 

"We at Gelati Ice Cream decided to welcome Ed Sheeran back to Ireland by creating his favourite flavour: Tomato ketchup!" they wrote on their Instagram. 

The also announced that they would be giving away free ketchup ice-cream cones to all concert goers. Pure madness. 

Speaking to People, Gelati owner Micheal O'Dowd said that he hoped that the Galway Girl singer will stop for a taste! 

“It took a few attempts to balance the recipe,” O’Dowd said. “Otherwise it would melt straight away.”

Known for their artisanal gelato, added the ketchup dessert to their range of award-winning treats like Pistachio and Gin and Tonic. 

We'll take five please! 

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Fancy yourself as a bit of an entertainer? Or maybe you have a hidden talent you think could rival some of the biggest names in the business?

Well, if so, The Late Late Toy Show wants to hear from you.

Today, the iconic RTÉ show is putting two of the most desirable tickets in Ireland up for grabs with a competition to find the country’s most talented audience members.

All you need to do to be in with a chance of getting your hands on two golden tickets to this year’s Late Late Toy Show, airing on Friday, December 1, is make a video of you doing whatever it is you do best.

Then post it to the RTÉ One or Late Late Facebook pages OR post it to Instagram or Twitter with #ToyShowTalent. It’s that simple.

And ladies, if it’s good enough, that talent could bag you two tickets to the biggest night on Irish television.

Commenting on the competition Ryan Tubridy said: “We’ve seen the kids, they’re great but we haven’t seen you."

"You old people in your 20s, 30s, 40s and 900s, we need you to send us footage of you with your Toy Show Talent. Anything you do: blow a trumpet, bang a drum, tell a joke, as long as it is half way decent Get busy, get goofy and good luck!”

With more than 140,000 applications received for Late Late Toy Show tickets this year, the #ToyShowTalent competition may be your best shot at making sure you’re there on the big night.

The usual terms and conditions apply and audience members must be 18 or over to attend on the night.

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In case you're unaware, Fifty Shades of Grey made its debut on Irish television last night, and as Christian and Anastasia got intimately acquainted, Irish viewers devoted an inordinate amount of time to their phones.

All too aware of our Holy Catholic Ireland reputation, the Irish public spent hours sending themselves up on Twitter.

From catching family members engrossed in the plot to insisting the S&M storyline was too tame, Twitter was easily as entertaining as the movie causing the influx of posts.

And here, ladies, is just a sample…

1. Shook altogether.

 2. We did it, lads.

3. A fair estimation. 

 4. Well, now.

 5. Classic Mrs. Brown.

6. Tame as anything.

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It has amassed more than 465,000 views since its upload last Friday, and it's not hard to see why.

With the local church in Menlough, Co Galway as the backdrop, an entire wedding party danced with each other in front of the alter… at the behest of Fr. John O' Gorman.

Shared by Make My Day Productions on their Facebook page, the footage shows Fr. O' Gorman bring the father of the bride to his feet before leading him to the bride for an impromptu father/ daughter dance.

To the tune of Your Wedding Day By Jimmy Buckley, Rois Lydon danced with her father before her new husband, Paudie Mannion, got to his feet with Rois's mother.

With applause echoing throughout the church, the rest of the wedding party got to their feet and danced, with Fr. John O'Gorman saying: "If you can dance in a hotel you can dance in a church".

"Below is just one of the great moments from the wedding of Rois M Lydon and Paudie Mannion. Trailer to come later," read the caption of the video which has been liked more than 5,500 times so far.

Ladies, this is one to remember.

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Ladies, it's that time again.

We're halfway through August, 'Back to School' signs are going up in every store around the country, and thousands of Leaving Cert students are desperately trying to remember whether they used the right formula in question 3 of Maths Paper 2.

That's right; the results are out tomorrow, and Twitter is currently awash with posts from 6th Year students who would rather do anything else than tear open that envelope tomorrow morning.

Let's take a look…

1. Oh, Casey.

2. It'll always be the dream, Annie. 

3. Our lips are sealed, Sammy. 

4. Just about everyone, Grainne. 

5. You said it, Breeanna. 

6. Everyone when they open that envelope. 

7. Yep, looks about right. 

And while those awaiting results gnaw their knuckles to the bone, and question their very existence, older Twitter users are, thankfully, on hand to offer some sage advice.

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Last month, 90s kids nearly lost their reason when word landed that Microsoft had decided to ditch Paint.

The app which provided us with hours and hours of entertainment throughout our childhoods was about to get shelved, and we didn't know what to think.

For some reason, this particular app resonated with countless people around the world, and got us thinking about just how many trends, crazes and habits we experienced before the turn of the new millennium.

Join us while we remind ourselves of all things 90s-related…

1. The excitement of getting photos developed.

There was a time when snaps from your holiday remained a mystery until you got them developed in the local pharmacy a fortnight after you returned.

And woe betide the gobsh*te who overexposed every one aside from a lone snap of your dad pulling on his trunks.

“Mother of Jaysus, can I get privacy anywhere?”

2. Recording off the radio… and actually nailing it.

There was an art to this particular task, and 90s kids had it down.

You had to anticipate the DJ’s final introductory words before swiftly pressing record, and voila the hottest new track was yours without having to shell out a penny in HMV.

“It’s half a Spice Girls song, and half an ad for Bargaintown.”

3. Phoning Top 30 Hits every week.

And then hiding under the stairs when your mam got the phone bill and went searching for you with murder on her mind.

Apparently someone somewhere won every week, but God knows it wasn’t us.

“Press redial! Press redial!”

4. Logging into chatrooms… for no reason.

Before the advent of social media, us 90s kids got our kicks out of logging onto chatrooms under the cover of darkness.

While in retrospect they were a total snooze-fest, knowing you were doing something your parents wouldn’t have approved of felt vaguely illicit.

“Say we’re from Detroit. That’s where Tia and Tamera are from.”

5. The bizarre trends.

From rollerblades and line dancing to Furbies and Pogs, the life of a 90s child was a veritable whirlwind of trends.

And you’d only managed to convince your parents to buy into the latest one, when the next one began sweeping the nation.

“Jesus Christ. I’m only after getting a Slinkie, and everyone’s lobbing Pogs at me.”

6. The Britpop phenomenon.

Every 90s child remembers having to pledge allegiance to either Blur or Oasis, and your preference said a lot about you… apparently.

You mightn't have been able to reach the top shelf of the fridge without assistance, but God knows you knew a thing or two about what life was like in Manchester.

“I know all the words to Wonderwall. Bet you don't."

7. Using Teletext as an actual search engine.

Your parents used it to look up the news headlines, check cinema listings and earmark the best stuff on the box.

And you used it to play Bamboozle on Channel 4.

"What the hell is Ceefax? Is it the same thing?"

8. The devotion to Aussie soaps.

Lads, Ireland was obsessed with the goings on in Summer Bay and Ramsey Street.

You could take or leave the British soaps, but like the Britpop phenomenon, you were obligated to nail your colours to the mast on the Aussie soap front.

"The lads are allowed to wear jeans to school in Australia. JEANS."

9. Fancy paper obsession.

If you weren't around at the time, it's going to be hard to understand the obsession girls had with 'fancies'.

Generally heart-shaped featuring pictures of puppies and smelling like strawberries, fancy paper was the main mode of currency among primary school girls in the 90s.

"Swap ya your puppy one for two of my fairy ones."

10. Scary book series were the RAGE.

Whether it was Point Horrors or Goosebumps, 90's kids had a lust for for the darker side of life.

You had at least one book with a special effect; and it quickly became the talk of the classroom.

"My book has an actual TORCH but Siobhan's one SCREAMS when you open it!"

11. Army bags were an actual thing.

Your older brother or sister were likely to have carried their schoolbooks in a small army bag.

Slung over one shoulder and with a plaid shirt wrapped around their waist and Doc Martens on their feet, there was no one cooler than your older brother or sister.

"One day I'm gonna have an army bag too."

12. People not just collected, but actually used Call Cards

Such was the reliance on public telephone boxes, members of the public actually carried Call Cards for fear of being caught short with no pocket change.

And if you still weren't old enough to actually make a coherent call, you simply collected the old Call Cards your parents left lying around the house.

"One day I'm going to sell this collection for millions."

 

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Back in January, Megan Burke and her sister racked up tens of thousands of views on YouTube when they performed a medley of Beyoncé songs.

Knocking it out of the park, the Dublin sisters soon went viral, and now they're back with an even more impressive medley of hits.

Going down the 90s R&B route this time around, Megan and Sally-Anne sing No Diggity, Doo Wop (That Thing) No Scrubs and Waterfalls, and frankly, we're still reeling.

"Myself and SallyAnne have been so busy recently and we haven't had a second to record anything new but this week we had to get together to record this video because this ideas been going around my head for ages now," Megan wrote beneath the newly uploaded footage.

Someone give these girls a record deal.

Oh, and for anyone who missed the sisters' ode to Ed Sheeran back in May, we got you.

And now for your listening pleasure….

 

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If there's one thing that's guaranteed to give us goosebumps here at SHEmazing HQ, it's Raglan Road.

Whether you learned the words through osmosis at family events or have an active interest in Irish folk music, there is a fairly high chance you know all the words to this Luke Kelly classic.

But you haven't yet heard this version.

Performed by Mullingar singer, Emmet Cahill, and the uber-talented Caroline Kay,  this acappella rendition is easily one of the most beautiful we've ever heard.

And we're not the only ones who think so.

Responding to the footage which was uploaded to Facebook, one social media user wrote: "This song never fails to bring tears to my eyes but in a great way."

"This is a spectacular version of this song. Well done you two ridiculously talented people," they added.

Now, prepare yourselves for this one…

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