Newly single Nikita Kuzmin causes stir as he seems to eye up Strictly partner's sister

Volunteers from a Lanarkshire charity are helping to ensure local families and residents are well wrapped up this winter.

Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou was gutted to draw a blank against Everton but the he was delighted his side were back to their old selves, writes Michael Gannon in Sydney.

Strictly Come Dancing panel alongside Len Goodman and Craig Revel Horwood from 2004 until 2009. Arlene addressed the supposed advantage dance trained celebrities may have on the BBC show with the professional dancer saying all celebrities have a "real challenge" ahead of them.Prior to the start of the latest Strictly season, rumours spread about celebrities in the show lineup, who may have dance training.This included Helen Skelton who went to ballet school when she was younger and Kym Marsh who has training in theatre.Shutting down the criticism, Arlene said: "Everyones is aware when they go on Strictly that some people can dance and some people can't.

Celtic went down in a shootout against Everton after impressing over a goalless 90 minutes but this will always be remembered as the Old Firm game that never was, writes Michael Gannon from the ACCOR Stadium.

Two MSPs have accused the Scottish Government’s Health Secretary of ‘failing to get a grip’ on NHS Ayrshire & Arran’s A&E waiting times.

Few people know Giovanni van Bronckhorst any better than Jan Wouters.

The Twitter user penned: “What bravery, taking on both Red Bull/Max fans and daring to question the integrity of Strictly. Who next?“Just don't point out the flaws in Bake off (filmed in summer but they make Pru and Paul wear thick coats for the Halloween bit).”Retweeting the response, Nick defended himself, reiterating that the show was not only about being a good dancer.Nick wrote: “I’m not questioning its integrity at all - I’m just saying it’s an entertainment show.“People seem to be getting very upset the best dancers aren’t necessarily getting through but if it was a dancing competition only then it would be full of only professional dancers.”Earlier today, Nick logged onto the social media platform again to urge people against sending Tony nasty comments.Nick penned: “Can I just point out to all of you getting your knickers in a twist & saying unpleasant things about #TonyAdams or his dancing @bbcstrictly“He’s brave enough to try, lives in my village, is a lovely guy AND has family & kids & maybe u might think about them before you tweet?” (sic)But despite the controversy, Tony shared an emotional farewell to Ellie in an Instagram post shared on Sunday.He shared a picture of the pair sharing a hug after they had performed their dances with their respective couples. Following the news of her exit, he wrote: “Ellie Simmonds is THE most remarkable woman I have ever met.“What an honour to share a Strictly dance floor.

 Tony Adams, 56, has said goodbye to his fellow Strictly Come Dancing contestant Ellie Simmonds, 27, in an emotional post today.The Paralympian swimmer was the latest star to be eliminated from the competition in a shocking twist, sparking backlash from some viewers. The former Arsenal captain took to Instagram yesterday to share a sweet picture where he could be seen giving Ellie a big hug after the pair had performed their dances in their respective couples. Following the news of her exit, he wrote: “Ellie Simmonds is THE most remarkable woman I have ever met.“What an honour to share a Strictly dance floor.

STRICTLY Come Dancing professional Nikita Kuzmin broke down in tears and told Ellie Simmonds "I love you" after they were axed from the show. Nikita, 24, and Paralympic swimmer Ellie, 27, landed in the bottom two alongside Carlos Gu and Mollie Rainford during Sunday night's results show. After he and Ellie were sent home - in a result that shocked viewers - he is said to have broken down off camera and shared the sweet message with his partner.

Strictly Come Dancing star Ellie Simmonds became the sixth star to be booted off the show on Sunday night.

Eamonn Holmes faced another health setback by falling at his home and fracturing his shoulder.The 62-year-old's future on GB News has now been addressed by his co-star Isabel Webster.Taking to her Instagram Story, the presenter told fans she was looking forward to seeing Eamonn back in 2023. She wrote: "It's been a tough few weeks for my lovely friend and co-presenter Eamonn Holmes."I can't wait to have him back fighting fit in the new year."Isabel added a gif to her post which read: "Miss you."Gino D'Acampo slams David Beckham 'ruining my life'The presenter went on to say it was "heartbreaking" to see him in "so much pain" over the past few months.Last month, the GB News star underwent spinal surgery to try and ease chronic pain in his back and legs.He has since been receiving rehabilitative treatment and was ordered him to rest for at least eight weeks.Following his recent fall, he now needs a longer period of time to recover.A representative for Eamonn told Express.co.uk: “As a consequence of being laid low by major surgery, Eamonn suffered a fall at home a couple of weeks ago and had to undergo another operation.“He’s naturally gutted by the setback, but the good news is the surgery on his shoulder went well.

Ellie Simmonds, 27, appeared on the BBC Two show with professional dancing partner Nikita Kuzmin, 24. Her typical bubbly self, Ellie went on to tell host Rylan of a serious fall she had in rehearsals, as the pair started preparing for week six in the competition.

James Jordan has said Fleur East can be "way too much" on Strictly Come Dancing as he claimed there was a lack of traditional Salsa in her performance this evening.The former Strictly professional shares his thoughts on the dancing duos every week on Twitter and he doesn't hold back on his honesty.Critiquing Fleur and Vito's latest dance, he tweeted: "She definitely has the power and energy but sometimes for me way too much."Also hardly any traditional salsa - too much twerking and hip hop steps instead of earthy basics."I still feel she could be great but not for me tonight."The dancer went on to wish Fleur a Happy Birthday and also scored her a seven out of 10.David Hasselhoff, 70, flaunts age-defying appearance at series eventIn a follow-up post, he said he believes the singer, Ellie Simmonds or/and James Bye could be in this weekend's dance-off.Despite James' comments, Fleur scored a respectable 32 out of 40 points for her efforts by the judges.Head judge Shirley Ballas said of her moves: "Well our birthday girl, it had a reminiscence of the Cha Cha Cha, it had rhythm. Moving forward I would like to see a little bit more finesse, a little bit more grace but there is no disputing your power."Craig Revel Horwood added: "It was just a little bit messy for me."There's no elegance, it's got to be really smooth," but also said it was a "powerful" performance.Anton Du Beke told Fleur: "I love that on the edge energy, but you have to be ice like in the mind or it goes too far.That was on the cusp.

Gordon Ramsay grilled his daughter Tilly on whether or not she had a boyfriend on Friday's special edition of Gogglebox - and danced around the room when he got his answer. Despite saying nothing, Tilly appeared to confirm that there is a mystery man in her life.

The former swimming superstar, 27, is one of few celebrities with achondroplasia, a form of dwarfism.Ellie competed in her first Paralympics in 2008 aged just 13, winning gold in the 100m and 400m freestyle events. But she said before the hit Saturday night BBC show, she would experience name-calling on the streets.Ellie said: “Yeah I’m not going to lie, it has happened, definitely, and I know so many people in the dwarfism community that get that on a daily basis.

STRICTLY star Ellie Simmonds revealed her secret "anger" towards head judge Shirley Ballas on Saturday night, a body language expert has claimed. Five-time Paralympic gold medallist swimmer Ellie, 27, has broken down boundaries by being the BBC show’s first contestant to compete with dwarfism.

STRICTLY stars Ellie Simmonds and Nikita made a HUGE live blunder on Loose Women. The pair, who are currently dancing in this year's series of the BBC dance competition, appeared on the ITV talk show earlier today.

Strictly Come Dancing star Molly Rainford has denied rumours of any behind the scenes romances and feuds going on with the contestants and pro dancers.

STRICTLY Come Dancing professional Nikita Kuzmin appears to have made a sister swap as he sets his sights on a former star's sibling. Nikita, 24, was partnered with Tilly Ramsay - daughter of chef Gordon - last year, but the newly single dancer has been liking a string of her sister Holly's snaps on Instagram. The Sun revealed earlier this month that Nikita had broken up with girlfriend Nicole Wirt.