As previously reported, the British group recently teased a big reveal that will take place on Thursday (May 16).

It even got its own website with a countdown clock when the One Big Announcement excitement began, with just hours left to run.

However, many fans are none the wiser as to what the news could be, with some believing that it could be word of a new album, or special concerts.

However, some pessimistic Directioners are worrying that the global superstars could call it a day and disband the group - despite the band tweeting that it is "exciting" news.

As previously reported, Liam Payne recently recorded a section of one of the band's gigs in Hamburg recently on a fan's iPod.

The interesting footage saw the singer take close-up videos of his bandmates as they played through their hit track 'Live While We're Young'.

As previously reported, the indie man said that he penned some "awesome" songs whilst writing with the 'Kiss You' stars.

Opening up further about the experience to MTV, Young said that he teamed up with Styles and Horan in particular, who he says are both good songwriters. He said:

"They are both natural writers. I love writing songs and love pop music, so the process was exciting. I don't think they are going for a heavier, indie sound. Maybe it's damaged my credibility, but it wasn't The Vaccines who wrote for them, it was me, so I doubt it's damaged the band's."

It is unclear, however, what project the songwriting sessions were for.

The Irishman is the only remaining member of the group not have inked art onto his body, with the likes of Harry Styles and Zayn Malik noted for their tattoos.

In a post on Twitter on Sunday (May 12), Horan denied speculation that he had gone under the needle - and suggested that he won't be doing so any time soon. The singer said:

"By the way I didn't get a tattoo! Not plannin either."

As previously reported, Horan was previously quoted as saying that he thought about getting 'Made in Ireland' inked onto his bottom - but it was too "squidgy" to get tattooed.

The five piece - also comprising Harry Styles, Niall Horan, Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson - are currently on their Take Me Home world tour, and played in Berlin last night (May 11).

Payne took to Twitter after the show to share his disbelief at how fast the tour dates are whizzing by.

He posted: "Cant believe the europe part of tours nearly half way throughhh ! Loved germany tonighttt :) (sic)."

Meanwhile Horan thanked the group's fans for their support.

"Berlin! Amazing show tonight! amazing crowd and amazing arena! Thank you soo much ! Love comin back to Germany! (sic)."

The Irish hunk also shared a particularly funny story with his millions of followers, explaining his braces are still causing him problems.

He wrote: "People at the last hotel ! Put my retainer on warm water now I just have a ball of plastic! Hahahah (sic)."

The British five-piece - also comprising Harry Styles, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Liam Payne - are currently on their Take Me Home world tour, and played in Copenhagen last night (May 10).

Horan took to Twitter after the show to admit he spied on fans ahead of the concert.  

He wrote: "I was watching you guys before the show arriving into the arena , in the least stalkerish way… (sic)," with an accompanying picture which looks like it has been taken from the back of the stage showing the crowds gathering.

Horan also thanked fans for their continued support ahead of the show: "Really excited for the show tonight! Copenhagen is buzzing out there already! Can hear u guys from here (sic)."

Bandmate Styles also used Twitter after the sold-out gig to show his appreciation to One Direction's faithful fans: "Sweden, you were amazing. And it's been a while, good to be back. Thanks for having us .x (sic)."

One Direction teased fans earlier this week by unveiling a countdown clock with an end date of May 16, 2013.

While the lads are yet to unveil any more information about the surprise that's in store for fans around the globe, they have called the project 'One Big Announcement' and a message on their collective Twitter account tells followers to set alarms for the big reveal:

"You could also set your alarms on your phones as an extra precaution... #OneBigAnnouncement7DaysToGo."

One Direction are well known for their love of British food and drink whilst away on tour and Irishman Horan is much the same.

The singer revealed today (May 10) that he was sent a batch of Twinings tea in the post.

On closer inspection, however, the boxes are printed with the caption 'Niall Horan & One Direction'.

The blurb on the box also appears to read: "Naturally caffeine free...that's what makes you beautiful!"

Speaking about the custom made tea, the 'Kiss You' star said: "Thanks very much @TwiningsTeaUK! love the ole lemon and ginger tea! Love the boxes aswell haha."

While the lads are yet to unveil any more information about the surprise that's in store for fans around the globe, they have called the project 'One Big Announcement' and a message on their collective Twitter account tells followers to set alarms for the big reveal:

"You could also set your alarms on your phones as an extra precaution... #OneBigAnnouncement7DaysToGo."

Member Niall Horan took to his own social networking page earlier this afternoon and told his 11.3 million followers: "THE most exciting 1D news EVER is being announced in 6 days!"

The live countdown can be seen at onebigannouncement.com.

Watch the heartthrobs perform 'Live While We're Young' at a recent European concert below:

Talking to Yahoo! OMG, the 'Party Over' songstress explained that she's good pals with One Direction and confessed that while she's only "met them three or four times", the rumour mill went into overload when she struck up a friendship with the Irish heartthrob:

"The thing is, right, I don't think there's any possible way I could date a One Direction boy because I'd get so much hatred and I don't think I could deal with that."

"I think it's funny how you can say hello to someone and then a week later, "Oh my god, Amelia's dating Niall!". People clearly thought there was something going on, but there wasn't. Sorry to disappoint everyone!"

Lily's forthcoming debut album, entitled 'Be A Fighter', has been delayed yet again and is now set for a release date of July 29 via Sony Records.

The boyband are currently on their European Take Me Home tour and they have been playing to packed audiences at every concert.

It seems everything is going exceedingly well for Payne, who gushed on Twitter to fans last night (May 7):

"Ill be doing alooottttt of following tomorrow, love you guys thank you for everythinggg !Im having the best time of my life :)."

The statement comes, however, after a spokesperson confirmed reports that he had split from dancer girlfriend Danielle Peazer.

Payne's not the only one feeling grateful at the moment, with Niall Horan recently tweeting: "I f'in love my job so much."