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During a joint interview on The Kelly Clarkson Show, Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo showed off their matching “For Good” tattoos on their palms, in honor of their roles in the film adaptation of Wicked. The duo also revealed additional matching tattoos, including poppies and nods to The Wizard Of Oz. Throughout the promo trail for Wicked, Cynthia and Ariana have emphasized the strong bond they formed while making the film, with Cynthia emphasizing the importance of leading with love. The highly-anticipated film is set to hit cinemas on November 22nd.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWpMligJR_whttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUYNdmbhhZQ Full Article

The State has appealed a High Court decision finding its failure to provide for homeless asylum seekers breaches their fundamental rights, with IHREC confirming the appeal lodged with the Court of Appeal. The number of unaccommodated applicants has risen to 2,987, leading IHREC to describe the situation as a "humanitarian emergency" as many face an Irish winter without shelter. While the State increased weekly expenses payments and arranged for food and hygiene facilities, IHREC argued the allowance remains insufficient, prompting the appeal. Full Article

An 86-year-old woman living alone admits to lying to her adult daughters about her eating habits, accidents, and falls in order to avoid their concern. She fabricates stories of healthy eating, hides her bruises and bandages, and downplays the severity of her falls. Despite her Apple Watch offering help after a recent fall, she dismisses it and chooses not to inform her daughters. Full Article

Farmers protested in Westminster against Rachel Reeves' tax-raising measures, with Jeremy Clarkson urging the government to reconsider and Nigel Farage warning of a prolonged fight. The changes would introduce a 20% inheritance tax on farms worth over £1 million, affecting potentially thousands of farms and sparking fears of land sales. The protest was peaceful, with speeches and calls for the government to reverse the tax rise fully. Full Article

The TikTok trend of mouth taping to improve jawline appearance, sleep, and snoring has gained popularity, with influencers claiming its benefits. However, Dr. Chelsea Perry has stated that there is no scientific evidence to support these claims, and that jawline appearance is primarily determined by genetics. Additionally, for individuals with sleep apnoea, mouth taping can be risky as it may restrict airflow during crucial moments. Dr. Perry advises those interested in mouth taping to seek expert advice to ensure safety and explore alternative solutions for snoring and jaw tension. Full Article

Hugh Serve, a Bafta winner, discusses his experiences as a father on the SmartLess podcast and Kelly Clarkson's talk show, revealing he has five children with two different partners. Despite joking about his age and the chaos of fatherhood, he admits that it has changed him for the better, giving him more depth and emotion. He shares heartwarming moments with his children, including enjoying their affection and unique traditions within their family. Full Article

Family houses, family businesses, and agricultural land worth up to €2m would be excluded from a new tax targeting "excess wealth," with rates of 0.5pc on assets over €1m and 1pc on assets over €2m. The party's manifesto also includes promises such as widening inheritance tax bands, building affordable homes, banning vulture funds from buying existing homes, implementing Sláintecare, and decriminalizing small quantities of drugs for personal use. Other pledges include rent freezes, a vacant house tax hike, lowering prescription charges, installing solar panels on homes, and implementing a culture voucher and a €1 fare for public transport. Full Article

Sabrina Carpenter is set to debut her first festive special, A Nonsense Christmas, on Netflix next month, featuring Christmas duets with Shania Twain, Tyla, Kali Uchis, and Chappell Roan. The star-studded cast includes Quinta Brunson, Cara Delevingne, and Megan Stalter, with the special premiering on Saturday 7 December at 2am UK time. Other guests appearing alongside Sabrina include Sean Astin, Nico Hiraga, Kyle Mooney, Jillian Bell, and Owen Thiele.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fd5Pz38FDQshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3zqFusFXis Full Article

Gorka Marquez shared a video on social media of himself dancing with his young daughter in Blackpool, where Gemma Atkinson and their children joined him for Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals. Gemma pointed out a humorous detail in the video, highlighting how she and Chyna Mills were child-free while Luba Mushtuk and Karen Hauer helped look after the kids. Fans reacted positively to the heartwarming family moment captured at the iconic Tower Ballroom. Full Article

In the Kharkiv region of Ukraine, Ukrainian forces have fired towards Russian positions at the front line. UK intelligence reports that Russia is facing its highest casualty rate since the war began 1,000 days ago, with an average of 1,498 casualties per day in November. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned Russian President Putin for his actions in Ukraine, pledging continued support for the country. Full Article