North Lanarkshire Council urges locals to beat winter blues with health walks

A Lanarkshire toddler group have played their part to make sure every child has a Christmas to remember.

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Elton John, 75, is currently in Australia celebrating Christmas with his husband David Furnish, 60, and their two children: Elijah, nine and Zachary, 12.The Hollywood star has taken to Instagram to share a heartwarming video thanking his fans for an amazing year, while also sharing an insight into his quiet family plans with his husband and young sons.Elton was sure to get in the Christmas spirit as she shared a video in a red Gucci jumper along with glasses shaped like Santa hats.He said with a Christmas tree behind him in view of his 4.3 million Instagram followers: "It's been an amazing year and I want to thank you all for being so supportive and those who came to the shows, those who watch videos online, those who bought CD, vinyl, stream things."It's been probably the most successful year of my career. We started off in January after knocking for two years in New Orleans and we have done 92 of the Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour and they have all been so fantastic!"Because you came to the shows, you dressed up, you made me have fun, you looked amazing and sang to all the songs.

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As we approach the end of another extraordinary year for policing, I want to take this opportunity to thank my policing colleagues for their hard work and commitment to keeping Lanarkshire’s communities safe.

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Jennifer Lopez embraced the festive season and donned a vibrant red ensemble as she stepped out for last minute shopping with her mother and sister in LA on Christmas Eve. The talented actress and singer, 53, slipped into comfortable pants and a jacket as she spent quality time with her family during the holiday weekend. The beauty was recently spotted on Friday showing off her casual sense of style in matching sweats as she purchased a few gifts for her loved ones.  Wow! Jennifer Lopez, 53, opted for a radiant red ensemble as she stepped out with her mother and sister for a shopping trip in Los Angeles on Christmas Eve The Marry Me actress opted to wear a pair of bright red, loose-fitting track pants and tucked a plain white T-shirt with a deep, low V-cut into the waist.  She additionally donned a patterned, red puffer jacket for a stylish edge and to keep her warm in the cooler weather.Jennifer threw on a pair of see-through, red sunglasses to coincide with the color scheme of her festive ensemble. The On The Floor singer slipped into tan boots to stay comfortable as she strolled around the city alongside her mother, Guadalupe, and her sister.   Quality time: The actress and singer was pictured holding hands with her mother as they crossed a busy street with the star's sister also joining Jennifer accessorized her outfit with a glamorous pair of large, silver-hooped earrings along with dainty, silver-chained necklaces. Her brunette locks were pulled back into a chic ponytail to keep any loose strands from falling into her face. The Maid In Manhattan actress was seen holding her phone in her hand rather than carrying a heavy purse or bag during the daytime outing. Both her mother and sister color coordinated with

Kim Kardashian's daughter North was seen singing with Sia at the Kardashian Christmas Eve party Saturday evening at Kourtney Kardashian's home in the family's native Calabasas, California. In a clip Khloe Kardashian uploaded to her Instagram Stories, the nine-year-old daughter of the famed socialite was seen standing in a life-size frame with the Australian singer, 47, a longtime family friend.The duo wore elaborate costumes at the lavish bash, as Sia wore an ethereal white gown while North was clad in a silver top and pants. Both had microphones as they sang together at the famed family's holiday gettogether. The frame the pair stood in was flanked by enormous gift boxes and tall Christmas trees.

Lanarkshire locals are being offered the chance to beat the winter blues this Christmas – by taking a good walk and enjoying some exercise.

Madison Beer put on a stylish display while exiting the Off Sunset Night Club in West Hollywood earlier on Friday as she officially kicked off the holiday weekend.The Reckless hitmaker, 23, was dressed for the exciting night out wearing a corseted cropped top along with fashionable, loose-fitting pants. The talented singer was recently spotted enjoying a quiet outing in Beverly Hills with her boyfriend and TikTok star, Nick Austin, after the two went public with their relationship in 2021.  Fun outing: Madison Beer, 23, was seen exiting the Off Sunset Night Club earlier on Friday in West Hollywood The All Day And Night singer opted for style wearing a strapless, black corseted top that showcased her toned physique.  She slipped into a pair of low-waisted, camouflage pants along with classic black and white Adidas sneakers to stay comfortable during her outing. Madison draped a black, leather bomber jacket around her elbows for a fashionable touch to her casual ensemble. The talented beauty was seen slowly making her way out of the star-studded club, with actors, Tobey Maguire and Leonardo DiCaprio, also seen at the crowded venue.  Enjoying the festive season: The Reckless hitmaker showed off her fit physique wearing a black corseted top and low-waisted camouflage pants Madison's brunette hair was parted in the middle, and flowed down effortlessly past her shoulders. She accessorized her outfit by adding a pair of large, gold-hooped earrings along with a gold-chained necklace. The performer carried an eye-catching white purse in her hand, with a claw clip placed on one of the straps in case she needed to throw her hair up into a stylish up do. The star, who is currently dating TikTok star and fellow musician, Nick Austin,

Brooke Shields enjoyed a Christmas Eve with her family in her hometown of New York City Saturday.The 57-year-old actress and model - who recently said her 1980 film The Blue Lagoon wouldn't be made in contemporary times - donned a red asymmetric gathered stretch-velvet maxi dress by Alexandre Vauthier on the festive evening.The luxurious garment had a deep V-neckline with sharp structured shoulders and a slit at the front, as the longtime star wore her brown locks parted to the side with a light layer of makeup on the winter evening. Family celebration: Brooke Shields, 57, posed with her daughter Rowan, 19, husband Chris Henchy, 58, and daughter Grier Henchy, 16, on Christmas Eve Saturday at their home in NYC.

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Tory Lanez was pictured heading to a pizza shop during a lunch break on Friday as he awaited the jury's verdict regarding the 2020 shooting of Megan Thee Stallion. Lanez, 30, was seen with a group of five friends as they made their way across the street together, carrying brown grocery bags and a pizza box.The Conflicts of My Soul producer showed off his fit physique in a skintight, long-sleeved turtleneck, pink capri pants, and penny loafers without socks. Grabbing pizza before the verdict:  Tory Lanez and his crew were spotted as they stepped out to grab pizza on Friday before hearing the jury's verdict regarding the shooting of Megan Thee StallionAfter his pizza run, the Los Angeles County District Attorney told CNN that the jury found the rapper and singer guilty of three charges related to the July 2020 shooting of Megan in the Hollywood Hills.Lanez pleaded not guilty to assault with a semiautomatic firearm, carrying a loaded, unregistered firearm in a vehicle, and discharge of a firearm with gross negligence, according to prosecutors.The jury convicted him on all three counts.

Newlyweds Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker enjoyed their annual tradition of Christmas Eve sledding on Saturday.The lovebirds, 43 and 47, had snow imported to their Southern California home to take part in the winter activity.The POOSH founder took to Instagram to share a cute clip of them sliding down a small slope in their yard. Holiday fun: Newlyweds Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker enjoyed their annual tradition of Christmas Eve sledding on Saturday Rapper Gunna's song Banking On Me played in the background as Kourtney sat between Travis' legs on a red sled.Someone dressed in black gave them a nudge and the mother-of-three let out an excited yelp as they moved through the powder.

Arnold Schwarzenegger didn't let the holiday get in the way of his workout, as he took to Instagram Saturday to chronicle his exercise routine, and wish his followers a happy holiday.The action star, 75, was clad in a red sweater that had alternating patterns of reindeers and Christmas trees, along with reflective glasses that were embedded with his signature line from The Terminator, 'I'll be back.'The ex-California governor - who took part in Veteran's Day festivities last month - was seen working on exercises for his biceps, triceps and shoulders on the crisp, cool day in Southern California. The latest: Arnold Schwarzenegger, 75, didn't let the holiday get in the way of his workout, as he took to Instagram Saturday to chronicle his exercise routine, and wish his followers a happy holiday'You see it doesn't really matter whether its Christmas Eve or not - that's what it is today, but we're still working out,' the Austria-born star said in the clip.

Richard Gere and his family were seen in a holiday shot the actor's wife Alejandra Silva posted Saturday.The 73-year-old actor - who made headlines earlier this month amid plans for a cell tower in New York - posed with his spouse, 39, and their two young sons, Alexander, three, and their son whose name they have not made public.They were seen with their backs turned to the camera on wooden deck amid a sunny lakeside backdrop. Silva captioned the shot, 'Merry Christmas from our family to yours.

Eiza Gonzales, James Marsden, Delilah Belle Hamlin, Kiernan Shipka and more A-list stars were seen arriving to Leonardo DiCaprio's holiday party on Thursday night.While arriving to Catch in West Hollywood as the guest of one of Hollywood's most famous leading men, the Ambulance actress, 32, denied that she was dating her pal, James Marsden, to photographers amid persistent romance rumors.  'People have friends,' she said coyly when asked if she dating the Dead to Me star, 49, who is 17 years her senior.  Looking good! Eiza Gonzales, James Marsden, Delilah Belle Hamlin, Kiernan Shipka and more A-list stars were seen arriving to Leonardo DiCaprio's holiday party on Wednesday night Following her split from Jason Momoa over the summer, the performer, who gained popularity portraying Lola Valente in the telenovela Lola, wore a black leather jacket, matching pants and a bronze necklace. For the occasion, she wore her glossy brunette tresses in loose waves, a glamorous makeup look and small designer purse. Marsden cut a handsome figure in a black bomber jacket, white t-shirt and a black baseball cap for a night out with some of the entertainment industry's most beloved celebrities.

A woman who agreed to host Christmas dinner on the condition that each guest bring a dish of food to the festive meal has threatened to cancel after being let down by her guests. Christmas 'is a big affair' in her rather large family and they will usually have more than 30 people sitting down to dinner together, according to this fed-up hostess,

Police are asking members of the public in Renfrew to check their sheds after a pensioner was reported missing on Christmas Eve.