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Richard Ashcroft covering The Verve’s track ‘Sonnet’. Check it out below.The UK retailer has become recognised for its festive ads over the years, with the plot usually telling a short story, while also featuring a specially-created cover of a famous song to accompany.Now, the ad for 2024 has been shared, which centres around a character called Sally, who embarks on a journey through her childhood memories in a bid to find the perfect Christmas gift for her sister Lauren.Taking inspiration from The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe, she falls through a rack of dresses, only to find herself in a fantastical world of her memories.Titled The Gifting Hour, the ad ends with the strapline: “The secret to finding the perfect gift? Knowing where to look.”Unlike previous years, which included covers of famous tracks, this time around the retailer has lined up a performance of The Verve’s single ‘Sonnet’ – performed by frontman Richard Ashcroft.While the track was originally released over 25 years ago, Ashcroft also recorded an acoustic version of the single for his ‘Acoustic Hymns Vol 1’ solo album, which was shared back in October 2021.That record saw him reimagine songs from his back catalogue, and included a number of tracks from The Verve’s third studio album, ‘Urban Hymns’.

Dermot O'Leary got emotional as he watched the new John Lewis Christmas advert, confessing it brought him to tears.

This year's John Lewis Christmas advert is all about the beautiful bond between two sisters. A stark contrast to 2023's star, Snapper Venus flytrap, the department store has decided to keep it simple and focus on the relationship between family.

As Christmas draws near, many makeup and skincare enthusiasts will be looking forward to counting down Christmas with their beauty advent calendars. If you've held off buying your calendar but want something a little bit more special than something from the supermarket, you'll want to check out John Lewis.

Get ready for some festive magic, as John Lewis unveils its Christmas advert for 2024, titled The Gifting Hour.This year's story is all about the relationship between two siblings, focusing on a girl's mission to find the ideal present for her sister. With a beautiful depiction of sisterly bonds, this is also a landmark moment because it is the first-ever glimpse of an actual John Lewis store in their Christmas ad.The strapline reads: “The secret to finding the perfect gift? Knowing where to look”.

As a fashion and beauty writer here at the Manchester Evening News, it should come as no surprise that I'm obsessed with monthly beauty boxes, limited edition edits and luxury advent calendars. Trying out new products that I wouldn't otherwise purchase is always so fun and stumbling onto a new makeup bag must-have or new skincare shelf favourite is a fantastic feeling.

Nothing screams the start of Christmas quite like the John Lewis Christmas ad dropping. And that time is nearly upon us.

When it comes to dressing your table on Christmas Day, a cracker is a key element. While you can pick up a box that's filled with paper hats and and plastic tat that will go in the bin soon after the meal from one of the supermarkets, we've spotted a luxury £22 beauty cracker at John Lewis that is guaranteed to blow any beauty lover away on December 25.

John Lewis is offering a fabulous beauty gift set, featuring some of the biggest names in the makeup world, for just £22.The Full Glam Beauty Cracker, worth £54, is now available for less than half its original price, making it an ideal Christmas present for any beauty aficionado.The cracker includes products from Mac, Yves Saint Laurent, Bobbi Brown, and Charlotte Tilbury. Inside, you'll find a full-size version of Mac's Silky Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo, promising 12-hour wear and a silky smooth texture.There's also a deluxe sample of Charlotte Tilbury's Exagger-Eyes Mascara, which claims to offer nine times more volume with just one coat.

Amazon is currently offering the PlayStation 5 Slim console for a lower price point than alternative retailers, offering one of the cheapest prices around.The PS5 Pro may be on sale soon, but if you don't fancy splurging £700 on the new console, the Slim is a great budget-friendly alternative. Amazon is offering the PS5 Slim for £386.99, making it cheaper than competitors like John Lewis, which is selling the console at its full original price of £389.99.

John Lewis fans know that the arrival of November signals the imminent release of their much-anticipated annual Christmas advert.This year, people have been treated to a teaser trailer while eagerly awaiting the full reveal. In collaboration with Saatchi and Saatchi, the retail giant has released a short clip centred around a striking pink jumper.The heartwarming ad, titled 'Give Knowingly', traces the journey of this standout piece of clothing.

John Lewis fans know that the arrival of November signals the imminent release of their annual Christmas advert. This year, we've been treated to a teaser trailer while we eagerly await the full ad.

Debenhams has slashed the price of a high-end Swiss watch by an incredible 93% in their Blue Cross sale. If you're needing a new timepiece, or know someone who does, now is the time to get your hands on the stunning Padova Gemstone Swiss Quartz Diamonds watch.

Beauty buffs looking to stock up on premium anti-ageing skincare that won't break the bank ahead of Christmas are snapping up a Star Gift at Boots. The Clinique gift set is perfect for those who want to replace old favourites, try out new products or plan on gifting it to a skincare-obsessed loved one.

Marks and Spencer is known for its fabulous selection of winter coats and it's latest offering is no exception. The high street retailer is offering a vintage-inspired number at a bargain price and it's too good to miss.

Christmas just wouldn't be Christmas without a big tin of Quality Street to munch on. But if you're someone who gets annoyed if there are too many coconut eclairs or toffee pennies in your selection, then Quality Street pick 'n' mix is the way to go.

Liberty's luxury beauty advent calendar, offering nearly £950 savings on high-end makeup, skincare and fragrance, is being hailed as one of the top premium Christmas countdowns for 2024. But you'll need to be quick if you want to bag one, as the department store's lavish collection is expected to sell out within days.

This festive season, get in tune with the latest audio must-have as Beats by Dre teams up with Kim Kardashian once again for a fabulous third collab, hitting the shelves just in time to tick off your Christmas gift list. The fresh drop is set to make waves from Friday 18 October, so you've got bags of time to snag the snazzy special-edition 'Kim's Pill Assistant' before the festive shopping period gets into full swing.

Pre-orders for the PS5 Pro are now live at all major retailers including Argos, Amazon and more from 10 October. Sony initially had exclusive rights to the launch from 26 September, but now you're free to place your order wherever you prefer.The PS5 Pro is Sony's latest console iteration, boasting a 2TB SSD, a DualSense controller, and a pre-installed copy of Astro's Playroom.

Documentary filmmaker Dawn Porter, whose acclaimed body of work includes John Lewis: Good Trouble, Trapped, The Lady Bird Diaries, and Deadlocked: How America Shaped the Supreme Court, will be honored with the Career Achievement Award at the upcoming IDA Documentary Awards in Los Angeles.

Get ahead of the festive rush and save your pennies as Amazon Prime Day deals offer luxurious perfumes like the iconic Hugo Boss fragrance at a fraction of the price. Shoppers are raving about this fresh and enduring scent, calling it a "beautiful gift" for someone special. Don't wait until December and miss out on the chance to snap up this adored perfume with a whopping 62% off during the Prime Day sale.