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Tia Carrere looked incredibly youthful wearing a bikini in a new Instagram photo series shared on Monday as she celebrated her 56th birthday as well as ringing in 2023.The Wayne's World vet paused for a photo as she soaked up the sun while enjoying a tropical getaway in the Bahamas for the New Year's holiday, and also tested out her paddle boarding skills on the shimmering water. The talented star, who has often flaunted her sense of style and fit frame, spent the weekend with a close friend on the trip.  A stunner: Tia Carrere, 56, looked youthful wearing a black bikini in a new Instagram post she shared on Monday and is known for numerous roles, such as starring in the 1992 film, Wayne's World The General Hospital actress flaunted her fit physique by pausing for a quick snap on a ladder before taking a dive into the sparkling water that stretched out behind her.  The beauty donned a black bikini halter top along with matching bottoms as she enjoyed a day under the warm sun. Her long brunette locks were slicked back into a ponytail, and sported a pair of reflective aviator sunglasses that contained hues of purple and pink on the lens. Tia's arms easily rested on the top of the metal ladder as she posed for the camera to capture a few memories during her tropical getaway. '#happynewyear #happybirthday to me :-) Thank you thank you thank you @spychick and #secretislandlair,' she penned in the caption, referencing to her friend that also joined in on the festivities, 'for an epic start to 2023 and the first day of the rest of my life!' Celebration: The General Hospital actress officially celebrated her 56th birthday on Monday  Ringing in the New Year! Before turning 56, the talented star jumped into the New Year alongside

Darren Criss looked cozy while walking with his wife Mia Swier and their daughter Bluesy in Los Feliz on Monday. The 35-year-old Broadway star bundled up in a bulky brown coat with matching brown shoes and black sweats. He pulled a teal beanie over his dark brown hair. His beard was shaved down neatly against his jaw.  Walking together: Darren Criss looked cozy while walking with his wife Mia Swier and their daughter Bluesy in Los Feliz on MondayCriss' better half, 37, donned a black hoodie which fell to the top of her thighs.  She added tight black leggings to the outfit, and she walked in a pair of white Adidas shoes. The happy couple took turns pushing their infant daughter Bluesy through the city streets. Darren and Mia welcomed their daughter to the world back in April with a heartfelt Instagram post.  Bundled up: The 35-year-old Broadway star bundled up in a bulky brown coat with matching brown shoes and black sweats Announcement post: Criss shared a picture to his Instagram on Thursday afternoon to announce the big news Sneak peek: The couple first announced they were expecting a child back in October when Criss shared a video of the pair listening to the child's heartbeat during an ultrasound Criss likened his son to a new song in the caption complete with music note emojis. He wrote, 'M & D made some sweet music.

North West posted a hilarious TikTok on Monday, documenting the long process of getting her hair done as she made a series of goofy faces.The nine-year-old daughter of Kim Kardashian, 42 – who reportedly has strict rules for the pre-teen influencer and her TikTok account – gave her 12 million followers an inside look at getting her lustrous hair braided. And once her stunning braids were finished, North teamed up with her megastar mom to make a pair of cute back-to-back TikToks.  Too funny: North West, nine, posted a hilarious TikTok on Monday, documenting the long process of getting her hair done as she made a series of goofy facesNorth's hair was unbraided and curly when she started recording herself at home.   'It's really not that bad,' she lip-synced into the camera, mouthing along to a silly voiceover. 'It just needs a little...shaping.

Jeremiah Duggar and his wife Hannah have introduced their first child on social media.The 24-year-old former star of '19 Kids And Counting' and Hannah, 27, announced the arrival of baby girl Brynley Noelle on Sunday with a photo they both posted on Instagram.'After an incredible year, God gave us a precious Christmas gift to top it all off!! Baby girl decided to arrive early and we are totally and completely in love with our little Brynley Noelle,' Jeremiah wrote in the caption. First child: Jeremiah Duggar and his wife Hannah have introduced their first child on social mediaHe added her December 25 date of birth along with birth measurements of 6lbs 15oz and 19.5 inches.Hannah held the baby while she and Jeremiah looked down at her with their foreheads touching.

The filmmaking world is in mourning with news that Emmy-nominated filmmaker Catherine Cryan passing away.The writer and director passed on December 24 at 59 years of age, after a battle with cancer, according to Variety.She passed away in Vancouver, British Columbia after a career that spanned three decades.  R.I.P.: The filmmaking world is in mourning with news that Emmy-nominated filmmaker Catherine Cryan passing awayCryan was born in Brooklyn and attended Harvard University, graduating from the prestigious institution in 1985.She then spent the next two years working for the Royal Shakespeare Company in London. After returning to the United States, she started working as an executive assistant for prolific filmmaker Roger Corman.  Early years: Cryan was born in Brooklyn and attended Harvard University, graduating from the prestigious institution in 1985She started her writing career with a trio of films released in 1990 - A Cry in the Wild, Slumber Party Massacre III and Bloodfist III.She wrote 1991's Dead Space starring Bryan Cranston and Uncaged starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan for Roger Corman's company, along with 1993's Fire on the Amazon starring Sandra Bullock, a year before her breakthrough hit Speed.Cryan also started her directing career in 1993 with White Wolves: A Cry in the Wild II, starring Mark-Paul Gosselaar, which earned her an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Directing in a Children's Special.

Kylie Jenner has been celebrating the new year with her sister Kendall and a few friends on a glamorous snow trip in Aspen, Colorado.On Monday, the billionaire cosmetics mogul, 25, shared a festive eight-image carousel on her Instagram page, giving fans a taste of how she rang in the new year.Curiously, there was no sign of her on-off beau Travis Scott in the snaps.  In the first image, Kylie sat in the front seat of a luxury Mercedes G-wagon SUV wearing an oversized coat with white fur as she drove through the streets in style. Kick off 2023 in style: Kylie Jenner sat in the front seat of a luxury Mercedes G-wagon SUV wearing an oversized coat with white fur as she celebrated the new year with her sister Kendall and a few friends on a glamorous snow trip in Aspen, ColoradoIn the second shot, the mother-of-two was a sight to see in a skintight black bodysuit.Posing gleefully with her best friend, Stassie Karanikolou, in front of a decorated snow plow, the duo was dressed to impress in their sexy New Year’s Eve attire.

The Lib Dems have blamed the Scottish Government for a drop in the number of public toilets across the country.

A Scots pooch who almost died after being mauled by two out-of-control dogs at a Glasgow park only survived thanks to his new winter jacket. Mylo, an Australian Labradoodle, was being walked by his owner’s grandfather in Dawsholm Park when he was set upon by the mastiff-type dogs on December 15.

The daughter of a Scots gran who died in Turkey is desperate to bring her mum's dog home after she was unable to fly her body back to Scotland.

Disabled Scots are facing “devastating” waits for a lifeline benefit from the Scottish Government’s social security agency.

A baby-faced abuser who wouldn't let his girlfriend go to the bathroom alone and threatened to kill her family has been locked up for more than three years.

Festive commuters are facing disruption as a fresh round of rail strikes threaten to shut down a large part of the network over Christmas.

A series of strike action will impact Perth and Kinross over the Christmas and New Year period if pay and working condition disputes are not resolved.

Coca-Cola, Imagine Entertainment and Amazon have partnered in Christmas Always Finds Its Way, a trilogy of short films that will launch today on Amazon Prime and promoted heavily through the holiday season.

Alicia Keys tried out multiple different ensembles as she made her way to a lengthy Today Show appearance in Manhattan on Tuesday.The 41-year-old singer–songwriter, who recently spoke about the perils of recreating her monster hit Empire State Of Mind, was featured in multiple segments of the broadcast as she performed multiple selections from her recent Christmas album Santa Baby.She stuck to Christmas colors for a relaxed interview with Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager later in the show. Visiting for the holidays: Alicia Keys, 41, showed off her striking holiday style during a lengthy appearance on The Today Show in New York City on TuesdayAlicia looked sleek in a scarlet jumpsuit that highlighted her curvaceous figure.The long-sleeve outfit included holes for her thumbs, and she wore it with the zipper pulled down slightly.  She contrasted her playful outfit with a set of beige suede boots, and she kept her raven tresses pulled back in a tight bun, which framed her dangling gold earrings.The outfit was well chosen to match the similar red color scheme on her Santa Baby album, which was released in early November.She wore red leather gloves on the cover what looked like a red leather outfit with thick straps that were visible in the close-up image.

Network Rail workers are set to strike over the Christmas period after rejecting the latest pay offer from rail bosses.

A Christmas dinner - for many - cannot be beaten when it comes to ultimate meals.

Get your rubbish out early - that's the message from council chiefs in North Ayrshire ahead of changes to bin collections during the festive season.

David Harbour and Lily Allen couldn't contain their holiday cheer on Tuesday night when they attended the premiere of his dark holiday comedy Violent Night.The 47-year-old Stranger Things star and the 37-year-old singer–songwriter cozied up together on the red carpet at the iconic Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.The married couple, who were joined on the red carpet by other stars including Marvel's Simu Liu, Beverly D'Angelo and John Leguizamo, were promoting David's film, in which he stars as Santa Claus. Sweet: David Harbour and Lily Allen couldn't contain their holiday cheer on Tuesday night when they attended the premiere of his dark holiday comedy Violent Night.