10 Ways To Enjoy Monday...

This is how most of us feel on a Monday, but you can turn that frown around by following these 10 ways to enjoy your Monday...

1.) First things first, whilst getting ready in the morning, take some time out to put on your favourite feel good track, and dance around like a complete fool! We have a few suggestions for you if you're stuck

2.) Fill your device with loads of new music. Break the usual Monday morning routine and listen to something brand new, who knows, it might just make your Monday completely different!

3.) Order something off the Internet. Treat yourself to a new book, CD or item of clothing - give yourself something to look forward to during the week. It's better than opening bills!

4.) Go on to Google and type "Pomeranian" - if that doesn't leave you smiling then I don't know what will!

5.) Treat yourself to the yummiest hot beverage, head down to Starbucks, Costa, Cafe Nero - whatever your preference, just buy it and see how it feels to take that first sip.

6.) If your room is a mess, don't just leave it a tip. Pick up the clothes and the chocolate wrappers and give your space some positive energy with a tidy up.

7.) Scoff some cookies, be sure to say "Nom, Nom, Nom" as you eat them. Otherwise Cookie Monster won't be best pleased...

8.) Watch trash TV. The last thing you want to do is think on a Monday. Stick on some TV programmes, such as "You've Been Framed" - something really daft that'll have you giggling throughout.

9.) Compliment somebody. The best way to feel great about yourself and for others to feel great is to say something nice about them. Treat people as you'd like to be treated.

10.) Make a conscious effort to smile. Science tells us that it'll only increase your mood!

Panda Parents peer at newest addition "Yuan Zai"

High Five? Anybody?

Proud panda father Tuan Tuan and mother Yuan Yuan have been keeping a watch over their newborn cub ‘Yuan Zai’ at Taipei Zoo in Taiwan.

They could see the youngster, who was given her nickname because she resembles a rice ball, has inherited its father’s narrow black ring on its back and, like its mother, the new arrival’s middle and third finger are merged together.

The eager parents have been kept away from their new daughter so far because she is currently being kept in isolation.

Tuan Tuan & Yuan Yuan eagerly awaiting their daughter

But the adult pandas are allowed to view Yuan Zai periodically from a window on the side of her room.

She won’t be allowed to be viewed by the public for another six months and is still currently in an incubator.

Zoo keepers said the panda cub, which weighs 243.4 grams, was doing well and growing every day.

The cub was born on July 6 after Yuan Yuan was artificially inseminated.

Yuan Zai will receive an official name in the upcoming months.

Any ideas? Leave your comment in the box below!

Chimpanzees escape from Twycross Zoo

A Leicestershire zoo has managed to avert a mass chimpanzee escape bid by using ice cream and fizzy drinks to tempt the wayward animals back into their cages.

Chimpanzee relaxing at Twycross Zoo, Leicestershire.

Twycross Zoo has since reopened after the incident earlier this morning in which a group of chimpanzees got into a 'secure service area' of their enclosure while being transferred.

A police spokesperson reassured the public that "everything was now in order".

The zoo's website confirmed that the incident "required closure of the Zoo whilst keepers encouraged the chimps back into their normal living areas with ice cream and fizzy drinks."

The statement continues: "At no time were the public at risk, and no people or chimps were harmed during the incident, however it is part of our safety procedures that we close the zoo whilst such events are resolved."

Cheeky Chimp munching on a 99

"Investigations will commence internally now the situation has been resolved into how the animal escaped."

"The Zoo reopened at 11.30am today and all of the chimps are fine, if not a little excited about having ice cream for breakfast. They are all on view to the public as normal."

Leicestershire Police said the incident had occurred as eight chimps were being rehoused and that officers were called as a precaution.

Grumpy Cat releases his own iced-coffee "Grumppucino"

As if a Hollywood Movie wasn't enough for the grumpiest cat in the world? Now he has his own coffee named "Grumppucino" - and he's still frowning! 

Tardar aka Grumpy Cat having supped his 5th Grumppucino.

Whether they'll be available in the UK is another story, but they will first be released in Canada, expected in stores in September, but available to purchase online from the 7th August 2013.

Not only that, but this refreshing iced drink will be available in 3 different flavours which are coffee, mocha and vanilla. The only down fall, it comes in one size only - so if you really need your caffeine fix in the mornings, the Grumppucino might be useful for a starter!

Follow @drinkgrumpycat to receive your 10% promo code upon launch!

Want to find out more about the company who have created Grummpucino? Good luck, there isn't any clues on Google.

Although if you do find anything, be sure to comment below!

Queens first encounter with Royal Baby

At last, the Queen has finally laid eyes on her great-grandson having visited the Duke & Duchess of Cambridge.

She spent half an hour at Kensington Palace with both William & Kate, spending some quality time with the newest arrival.

Queen Elizabeth visiting William and the Royal Baby

The Queen also added that she is "thrilled" at the arrival of the Prince of Cambridge, who is yet to be named. 

Any guesses? Leave your thoughts in the comments box below.

Kate & William introducing us to the latest Royal.

The Queen is now set to go on her annual summer break to Balmoral, although the Duke of Edinburgh is expected to continue convalescing at Windsor Castle after exploratory abdominal surgery last month.

Real Madrid sign Asier Illarramendi from Real Sociedad for £34m

Real Madrid have signed Real Sociedad midfielder Asier Illarramendi after agreeing to meet his buyout clause of around 39m euros (£34m).

The Spain Under-21 international, 23, has signed a six-year deal at the Bernabeu, subject to passing a medical.

"I came to the conclusion that it was an offer I couldn't refuse. It's a unique opportunity," Illarramendi said.

"It hasn't been an easy decision; it has been very difficult for me because Real Sociedad have given me so much."

Illarramendi came through the youth ranks at Sociedad, and helped the club finish fourth in La Liga last season to secure a place in the Champions League.

He then played every game as Spain Under-21s won the European Under-21 Championship in Israel earlier this summer.

Illarramendi is Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti's fourth signing of the summer after Isco joined from Malaga for £23m, Dani Carvajal moved from Bayer Leverkusen and Casemiro's loan deal from Sao Paulo was made permanent.

Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay was reluctant to sell Illarramendi.

He said: "We have a very important year ahead of us with a young coach (Jagoba Arrasate) and we wanted all our players to stay.

"We told Real Madrid that we wouldn't negotiate, and we said the same thing to Asier and his agents. We fought very hard for him to stay and it's been a difficult few days because we really wanted him to stay."

Lady Gaga to make return at iTunes Festival?

Lady Gaga is set to make her live comeback at the iTunes Festival later this year!

The pop sensation was forced to postpone her "Born This Way" tour dates to have hip surgery and has been out of action since February.

But the US diva is reportedly set to return to the stage at London’s Roundhouse in September as part of the iTunes Festival.

 

According to The Sun, her Haus Of GaGa team are spending £500,000 on the production, so it'll be a night to remember!

A source told the paper: ‘The gig in Camden has a huge budget and is likely to be the first anyone sees or hears of her album.

The Haus Of GaGa team have been working in secret on costumes and stage sets for the show from their base in Paris.

‘Gaga’s dancers have also been rehearsing but she’s only told her closest friends about the new direction she’s taking.’

They added: ‘The music is going to be a big departure and Gaga’s dreamed up a whole new image for the album.’

Kings of Leon, Elton John, Tom Odell, Queens of The Stone Age and Arctic Monkeys are just some of the acts who have already been confirmed for the iTunes Festival.