Asteroid the size of Space Needle tower heading towards Earth on Christmas Day

A government minister today warned Brits to do the ‘minimum possible’ at Christmas as the virus threat to family plans mounts.

A man has been using the same £3 Woolworths Christmas tree lights for 51 years - without a single bulb ever being replaced.

Dave Grohl and Greg Kurstin have released the latest cover in their ongoing ‘Hanukkah Sessions’ series – you can watch their brilliant take on Bob Dylan‘s’ ‘Rainy Day Women #12 & 35’ below.The two artists have marked the religious festival by delivering their take on a selection of tracks by Jewish artists – kicking off the series last Thursday (December 10) with a rendition of Beastie Boys’ ‘Sabotage’.Covers of Drake’s ‘Hotline Bling’ , Mountain’s ‘Mississippi Queen’ and Peaches’ ‘Fuck The Pain Away’ have all followed, and the latest instalment in the series sees Grohl (who plays drums) and Kurstin (harmonica/keys) delivering an impassioned take on the Dylan track – taken from 1966’s ‘Blonde on Blonde’.So now everybody must get stoned (not

We thought we’d seen it all on Claire Byrne Live but clearly there is nothing the production team on Claire Byrne won’t make their poor mannequin do.

direct to your inboxThousands of hard-up households across Stockport are to get help with their food and utility bills this Christmas.The council has announced a package of financial support that will help the families of 7,500 children who qualify for free-school meals.Each household will receive a £30 voucher per eligible child to help with the costs of food, utilities and other essentials this winter.A second payment will follow in the New Year.Eligible families do not need to apply as the council is working with schools and colleges to identify which families need support, and will issue vouchers directly.Stockport council has been alloacted more than £865,000 from the government's Covid Winter Grant Scheme fund.And town hall bosses say

Emma Willis made the most of London's precarious nightlife on Monday evening as the city braces itself for tighter restrictions in the fight against COVID-19.  The presenter caught the eye in a black blouse and matching jeans while making an appearance at the opening night of A Christmas Carol.

When she’s not amongst the drama of the ITVBe reality show, Real Housewives of Cheshire star Rachel Lugo can be found relaxing at her stunning seven-bedroom home in Cheshire. Complete with stables which are home to four horses and the most incredible Christmas decorations, the property developer certainly doesn’t do things by halves when it comes to her own abode.

Coronation Street, as David Platt (Jack P Shepherd) and Shona (Julie Goulding) are set to get back together.The duo have been working on their relationship after Shona forgot about her life with David following her brain injury last Christmas.New Coronation Street spoilers reveal that, after locking herself in the Bistro and necking cocktails, Shona is hungover.She apologises to David for messing things up again and he assures her that everything is fine, though it's clear her behaviour is weighing down on him.The situation isn't helped when, having seen the CCTV, Ray Crosby (Mark Frost) orders David to drop the campaign against the planning application or he'll report Shona to the police for breaking into the Bistro and stealing

Emmerdale viewers have been wondering who on Earth Al Chapman (Michael Wildman) has been speaking to behind fiancée Priya Sharma's (Fiona Wade) back.Fans have been sharing their theories online, with speculation that the mystery woman could be a secret daughter or even Kim Tate (Claire King).But Emmerdale spoilers have revealed that the identity will be revealed on Christmas Day, with viewers finding out after a number of village ladies get mysterious text messages.This week, viewers will see Al's son Ellis (Aaron Anthony) on the hunt to try and find out who the woman his dad is having an affair with is.Next week, Priya is set on her decision to have Al all to herself over Christmas.But Al can't help stealing himself away to send one final

EastEnders is known for its epic festive storylines and this year certainly won't disappoint fans of the BBC One soap.It's set to be another eventful Christmas in Albert Square and EastEnders spoilers have teased that not everyone will live to see 2021 as one Walford resident makes a lethal move.

Neil Lennon to stick with the new faces or risk sealing his fate in the
 Scottish Cup Final. The Hoops hero believes David Turnbull and Ismaila Soro must start against Hearts on Sunday even if it leaves Scott Brown and other established stars without a final swansong.

Pop superstar Justin Bieber was only six-years-old when Jim Carrey‘s live action How The Grinch Stole Christmas was released in 1990, and it’s clear he grew up watching it many times. The “Holy” singer took to his Instagam stories on Dec. 14 to play Jim’s part as the Grinch, who was having a conversation with Cindy Lou Who about how he should be the “Holiday chairmaster.” “Holiday hoobie whattie?” Justin perfectly lip synched with Jim’s voice and facial ticks as the audio from the holiday classic played.

Neil Lennon and is adamant he’s the best man to get Celtic to Ten In A Row. The Parkhead chief-executive has been accused, along with his board and majority shareholder Dermot Desmond, of not being strong enough publicly in his support for the boss.

Thousands of tourists turned out to see a stunning total solar eclipse as day turned into night in front of their eyes.

With the coronavirus pandemic still in full swing, this year'siHeart Radio Jingle Ball was forced to go virtual, with fans tuning into the event from around the world.But the absence of a live audience did not stop the industry's biggest names, like Doja Cat, Dua Lipa and Harry Styles, from lending their voices to the annual holiday-themed concert.And the hour-and-a-half show, hosted by Ryan Seacrest aired in its entirety on the CW on Monday night.

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas are still so wildly in love two years after tying the knot. The festive holiday season gave them a case of the cuddles in a photo the 38-year-old actress shared to her Instagram account on Dec. 14. They could be seen on a white sofa, with Priyanka’s head on a pillow, wrapping her arm around Nick and pulling him in close to her from behind. Their gorgeous Christmas tree could be seen in the background. It appears to be the living room of the couple’s London rental, as they’ve relocated there while Priyanka films upcoming romantic comedy Text for You.

Jharrel Jerome is set to lead Amazon Studios’ new series, I’m A Virgo, according to Deadline.

Christina Milian flaunted hergrowing baby bump in a copper tie-dye jumpsuit in a throwback snap from a recenttropical getaway with herboyfriend Matt Pokora.In her latest snap, thetwo-time Grammy nominee uploaded a series of sultry snaps, which showcased her curves as she posed barefoot under a few shady palm trees.'Positive energy attracts positive outcomes,' the star captioned her slideshow on Monday, days after announcing she's pregnant with her third child.

Tamzin Outhwaite looked effortlessly chic as she attended the opening night of musical, A Christmas Carol, at the Dominion Theatre, London, on Monday.  The former EastEnders actress, 50, made the most of the West End ahead of the British capital bracing itself for tighter restrictions amid the coronavirus crisis.

Mariah Carey is making pop history again.The star's All I Want For Christmas song is the first holiday song to top both the U.S.-based Hot 100 and the Official UK Singles chart.The hit, first released on the singer's 1994 Merry Christmas album, officially topped the UK charts on Sunday and on Monday, Billboard announced the track had returned to the top of the US singles chart.

They celebrated their two-year wedding anniversary earlier this month.AndPriyanka Chopra looked beyond smitten with husbandNick Jonas, 28, as they cozied up around their ornament-filled Christmas tree.The actress, 38, had her arms wrapped around Nick as he tenderly cradled her belovedChihuahua pup Dianna. Spirit of the season: Priyanka Chopra looked beyond smitten with husband Nick Jonas, 28, as they cozied up around their ornament-filled Christmas tree'These two...[HEART EYE EMOJI]' captioned Chopra, who shared the sweet family snapshot with her over 59million Instagram followers on Monday.She made sure to thank outwear brandMoncler for the 'fabulous coat' that Dianna was wearing.