Christmas storytelling event set to take place in Falkirk this festive season

Blackpool Tower has been evacuated after smoke was seen inside the building.

Boris Johnson did not break lockdown restrictions by taking part in a virtual quiz last Christmas as there "were no drinks", a government minister has said.

Jools Holland is coming back to the Fair City to celebrate 50 years of Perth Festival of the Arts.

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It’s supposed to be a holiday but, for most of us – in particular (as usual) women – Christmas is anything but.The lengthy to-do list is overwhelming and, yup, it’s all to please other people – whether it’s impressing with your Boxing Day beige buffet or pushing your social skills (and your liver) to the limit with your fifth drinks party of the week. I'm A Celebrity star Frankie Bridge has openly admitted she falls into this trap naturally.

Fluffy socks, chocolates and calendars might be the easy option when it comes to Christmas gifts, but sometimes it's worth going the extra mile, and a spa trip is the ultimate luxury present.

RZA has joined forces with the Flatbush Zombies to mint a punishing new single titled ‘Plug Addicts’, marking the Wu-Tang leader’s first collaboration with the New York-native trailblazers.In a statement shared with the track, RZA noted that ‘Plug Addicts’ was a long time coming for him and the trio. “I’ve had my eyes on the Flatbush Zombies for some time now,” he said.

Benny Hill’s amazing career is set to be celebrated in a lavish West End show.Benny – The Musical will tell the story of the much-loved comedy legend who rose from humble beginnings as a milkman to become the nation’s favourite funnyman.The script is being developed by comedy writers Colin Edmonds and Michael Pugh. Colin, 65, said the show would include Benny’s sacking by Thames TV in 1989, adding: “It’s important to tell the full story and not shy away from the sad parts.” The production will feature Benny’s comic songs, including Ernie (The Fastest Milkman In The West).His favourite characters such as Fred Scuttle and the legendary Hill’s Angels will also appear.

Ainsley Harriott is baffled people are ditching turkey this Christmas.The TV chef, 64, thinks those replacing it with chicken or beef are clucking silly.He told the Daily Star Sunday: “I’m very much a traditionalist. Everybody is going on about changing it and saying, ‘We’re not going to have turkey’.

Christmas is just around the corner but clubs up and down the SPFL are already looking to grab a bargain in January.

A drug dealer stabbed a man in a grocery store as horrified shoppers watched on.

Will Taylor decides to propose to Kim Tate after she digs up DI Malone's body. Will - who is played by Dean Andrews on the ITV soap - pops the question to superbitch Kim after he's taken aback by her efforts to protect him.

Strictly Come Dancing 2021 Christmas special alongside professional dance partner Dianne Buswell.The food expert claimed that the dance practice was “pushing his body and mind” in new ways.Fred, 49, spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk on the ITV Palooza red carpet last week about the run up to the Strictly Christmas special. The Frenchman is confirmed to be dancing with Dianne Buswell, who was paired up with comedian Robert Webb for the main 2021 series, before he was forced to leave the show early for medical reasons. When asked about how he’s feeling ahead of taking to the dancefloor, he said: “I’m feeling great, I love it and it’s very enjoyable.”“It’s the most intense… I mean this is dancing but it’s more so - it’s high level

Miley Cyrus made a special appearance on NBC’s as part of Punkie Johnson’s holiday card in a sketch that brought the colorful cardstock to life.

David Turnbull insists the supporting cast at Celtic can help bring the curtain down in style on their crucial Christmas period.

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Kate Garraway is set to be awarded a gong in the upcoming New Year's Honours list, according to reports.The Good Morning Britain presenter is due to be recognised after 32 years in broadcasting, including her heartbreaking documentary about husband Derek Draper's Covid fight.A source told The Sun: "She'll be thrilled and surprised."The award will come at the end of a difficult rollercoaster year for the TV host, aged 54.Kate, who has been working in TV for more than three decades, is likely to receive an MBE or CBE for her contribution to broadcasting, The Sun writes.Recipients of the gong are sworn to secrecy before the official announcement which is usually revealed later this month.A source added: "Kate has bravely shared her family's

Bethan wears a velvet dress, £110, Thought; shoes, jewellery and bag, Bethan’s ownNothing screams Christmas quite like raspberry-pink velvet and puff sleeves, so the dress I’m wearing here, by Thought, is an instant winner – the kind of piece that will impress for many Christmases to come. This year, I’m asking extra of my CDD as it needs to accommodate a baby bump as well as my big lunch, but Thought’s design has stepped up to the task admirably.I’d recommend buying a size up with lots of brands, to really get all the space you need. Don’t be afraid to do this – it’s only you who’ll see the tag and many of the best-dressed women out there swear that buying a bigger size makes everything hang better and look more elegant.1. Cotton-poplin

£20) Franzen’s 600-page epic is set in 1971 and tells the story of the Hildenbrandt family. Russ, pastor of a suburban Chicago church, is locked in a rivalry with his charismatic head of youth programming, and considering adultery.

We’ve all received a cheesy photo Christmas card or two (or a few)! SNL couldn’t help but poke fun at them, and the sketch included a cameo from the one-and-only Miley Cyrus! The 28-year-old posed with a fan for the card, which her friends appeared excited about. “Is that your friend Ruth with Miley Cyrus?” the receiver asked, before the camera zoomed in on the Hannah Montana alum and “Ruth.”