Families in Wales urged to scrap Christmas plans over fears of fresh Covid spike

Strictly Come Dancing star Kevin Clifton has said some of the rules in the ballroom dancing competition were changed in recent years, after complaints from the professional dancers.The ballroom dancing star, who left the show at the start of the year, has spoken out about the matter ahead of this Saturday’s grand final.Kevin made his comments while speaking on his self-titled podcast with his sister Joanne Clifton - who also appeared on the programme - and Burn The Floor star Lauren Oakley.The latter asked her co-stars about the rules on the show, after observing that some the couples spent a lot of time out of hold in their ballroom dances, which was previously penalised.“When Strictly first started I remember the rules were very strict:

Katie Price's boyfriend and former Love Island star Carl Woods has asked trolls to insult him even more after he received backlash over his whitened teeth.The Killer Camp star, 31, who was previously described as Katie Price's "soul mate", wanted his followers to give him their "worst insults" and said if they could make him "cry" he would give them "more points". It comes after Katie, 42, posted a picture on Instagram, which showed Carl showing off his brightened teeth and taking the selfie while she was having a nap in the corner.

Prince William and Kate Middleton brought some festive cheers to their friends, family and fans when they shared a new image from their annual Christmas card. And fans have spotted a cute detail that highlights the children's famous love of the outdoors.

Like many of us, Lisa Snowdon has been mostly working from home through the pandemic. And while the This Morning star admits she’s had her ups and downs this year, she says her relationship with fiancé George Smart is rock solid, telling OK! online: “We’ve just realised more than ever that we really like each other a lot." Lisa, 48, originally thought she might tie the knot in 2020, but the star says reports she and George, 40, had to cancel their nuptials are a little wide of the mark, as she confesses she has “no idea” when the pair will walk down the aisle, and she’s fine with that.

Meghan Markle has been spotted wearing a Santa hat and miming the lyrics to a Christmas song as her cameo in the music video resurfaced. Four years before she married Prince Harry, who recently said being a dad to son Archie changed "everything", the 39 year old found fame playing the part of Rachel Zane on the popular lawyer TV show, Suits.

Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's official 2020 Christmas card in the mail. According to Hello magazine, NHS staff were among the recipients on the Cambridges' Christmas card list this year.

Gallery: 10 jaw-dropping supermodel engagement rings you have to see (Hello!)The mother-of-four divorced actor Jude Law, 47, in 2003 and has been happily in a relationship with multi-millionaire businessman Darren Strowger for six years after being introduced by supermodel mutual pal Kate Moss, 46. The couple chose to keep their separate London homes, an arrangement that suits independent Sadie just fine.

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Prince Charles told nurses that he was "way down the list" in the queue for the coronavirus vaccine and would have to wait as it is rolled out to his age group.

A mum-of-three from Hitchin has admitted she hasn't got her children any gifts for Christmas this year - and she doesn't care.

direct to your inboxCoronation Street fans enjoyed a bit of light relief amongst all the drama on the cobbles last night.On Wednesday double tip to Weatherfield, viewers will have seen Adam Barlow fighting for his life after being attacked in the Bistro last week. The culprit, however, is still at large and a Corrie 'whodunit' is underway.

direct to your inboxFour of the areas which will be allowed to stay under Tier 2 Covid rules have a higher infection rate than every part of Greater Manchester.Health Secretary Matt Hancock announced today that Greater Manchester would remain in Tier 3, dashing hopes that rules would be relaxed for the hospitality industry over Christmas.He also revealed that some council areas in the south east of England would be moved up from Tier 2 to Tier 3 after a rise in coronavirus cases.However, some areas which have not had the stricter rules imposed - and will remain in Tier 2 - currently have higher infection rates than every area in Greater Manchester.Northampton is the council area with the highest infection rate among those that will still be

President-elect Joe Biden will reportedly receive the Coronavirus vaccine as soon as next week.

Ian McKellen has safely received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, with the veteran actor urging others to get vaccinated when they can. "It's a very special day, I feel euphoric!" the Lord of the Rings star said after getting the vaccine at the Queen Mary University Hospital in London on Wednesday, the Daily Mail reported.

George Clooney has defended Tom Cruise after the movie star was caught on tape blasting Mission: Impossible crew members for ignoring COVID protocols.The action man reportedly lost his cool when he spotted two assistants huddled around a monitor, watching playback, and he fired off an angry rant threatening to fire anyone who didn’t take the health and safety rules he helped put in place seriously.He raged, “We are the gold standard. They’re back there in Hollywood making movies right now because of us! Because they believe in us and what we’re doing!“I’m on the phone with every f**king studio at night, insurance companies, producers, and they’re looking at us and using us to make their movies.

direct to your inbox Police have released CCTV pictures of men they want to speak to after a Post Office and shop were ram-raided in Rochdale. The first aggravated burglary happened at the Kirkholt Post Office on The Strand at around 11pm on Friday (December 11).Three men rammed the shutters of the post office with a car, believed to be a silver Peugeot 407.This smashed the front windows, police said.One of the men from the car - who had a weapon - raided the post office and took the till and its contents.The three offenders then made off from the scene in the Peugeot.No one was in the Post Office at the time, but 'significant' damage was caused.

Dame Barbara Windsor's close friend Christopher Biggins has shared plans for her funeral.

Rochelle and Marvin Humes have shared a look at their lavish holiday in Dubai with their adorable children.

More than 137,000 people have already been vaccinated as rollout starts across the UK.

Khloe Kardashian was horrified when she spotted a "disrespectful" mistake on an old Kardashian Christmas card.

Christmas shopping get underway across the UK, the savvy members at hotukdeals.com have put together five top tips to help you save on presents for your nearest and dearest. With two million shoppers posting deals, discounts and offers, found in stores and online around the UK every day, the hotukdeals.com community is one of the best places to start if you’re looking for some gift inspiration this festive season.