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On this day that is traditionally one where family and friends gather to eat, exchange gifts, and simply enjoy what has become a very festive holiday, I'm mindful that this year is very different. Many of us are separated from loved ones.  Christmas Day can be a day of acute loneliness.The void left by empty chairs in the family circle seems more painful in the midst of the hustle and bustle, the tinsel and lights.

Giovanna Fletcher and her husband McFly's Tom Fletcher have marked Christmas Day with a host of cosy celebrations alongside their three young sons.

This year Georgia Kirchin asked Santa for a new doctor’s kit, so she can tend to her dolls the way her NHS heroes care for her. But her family are hoping she gets ­another gift for Christmas – a new heart to save Georgia’s life.

Thousands of international lorry drivers were spending Christmas Day in their cabs at the English Channel border.

THE BECKHAMS have reunited for a “special” Christmas all together as they pose in matching pyjamas.

HOLLY Willoughby revealed she's feeling broody and wants another baby after meeting Rochelle Humes' newborn son. The mum-of-three, 39, went weak at the knees for baby Blake while presenting This Morning's first ever Christmas special with Phillip Schofield.

For most of 2020, Chris Hemsworth has been with his family in Australia with movie productions being delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hemsworth's next MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) film is Thor: Love and Thunder, which will commence next month in Australia itself and hence, the 37-year-old actor has been amping up on the workouts with the results being nothing less than mighty fine.Chris' darling wife Elsa Pataky took to her Instagram page to share a delightful Christmas post, which left Hemsworth fans completely besotted.

Lorraine Kelly got teary-eyed after hearing a special Christmas message from her mum Anne. The presenter, 61, has been unable to see her mum due to Covid restrictions and broke down after hearing the sound of her voice.In a surprise virtual appearance during the Christmas episode of Lorraine, Anne had a sweet message for her daughter on Christmas Day.An emotional Kelly told Dr Hilary Jones and fashion expert Mark Heyes: "I wish I could see them, it's terrible isn't it? I haven't seen her for ages."The Mirror reports she said: "Everybody is the same though.

Christmas classic? The team at what’sontv? have put together a full list of the movies on offer for the 2020 festive season right up until New Year’s Eve. From Home Alone 2 on December 25 to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory on Hogmanay, Scots across the country are guaranteed to be kept entertained.

Sign up to the weekly West Lothian Courier newsletter for the latest West Lothian news and sport.Fearless – the youth programme of independent charity Crimestoppers – has launched a new campaign to encourage young people to continue speaking up 100% anonymously with valuable information about crime over the festive season.The charity is running a series of important crime prevention messages on social media to raise awareness of how young people can look out for their friends and speak up if they’re concerned that they might be being harmed or exploited.The social media campaign across Scotland focuses on how drug dealers often target the most vulnerable and highlights the signs of harm and neglect in the home.

horror crash on the Isle of Harris. Jim O’Donnell, known as Jad, was pronounced dead at the scene after being involved in the single vehicle accident on the A859 south of Ardhasaig on December 24.

Christmas dinner for the first time.Big gatherings at our parents houses are off the cards due to the coronavirus pandemic – so some of us are having to get stuck in for the first time.Unfortunately, this is bound to lead to some kitchen nightmares.Over the years, we’ve seen plenty of unappetising plates been shared on social media.Here are some attempts at cooking Christmas dinner that have turned our stomachs over the years – from baked beans to pasta sides.Just don’t look at them before you tuck in to your own festive feasts because they may put you off!On Reddit this year, a foodie was very unimpressed with the sad-looking Christmas dinner they’d been served at work.Slices of thick turkey were covered in a thin-coating of gravy and

Christmas my true love sent to me a partridge in a pear tree.We all know the famous Christmas song 12 Days of Christmas, but when are they and what do they all mean?The 12 days of Christmas, also known as Twelvetide, is a Christian celebration of the Nativity of Jesus.It basically marks the period between the birth of Jesus Christ, and the coming of the three wise men.The first day of Christmas is actually on December 25, and the period ends with the Twelfth Night, which is on January 5.This is also traditionally when Christmas decorations should be taken down.Each of the 12 days has a different meaning, and people celebrate them in various ways.Here is the meaning of each of the 12 days of Christmas.As previously mentioned, the first day

Christmas will look very different for millions of Brits today.The coronavirus pandemic means many are spending it apart from their loved ones.But there’s one tradition which still remains in place - the Queen’s speech.This year, as happens every year, the now-94-year-old monarch delivers a televised Christmas Day message to the nation.And despite all the upheaval we have seen in recent months, 2020 is no different.The Queen’s speech will be broadcast at 3pm today on BBC One, ITV and Sky News.It will also be broadcast on BBC Radio 4 and shown live on the Royal Family’s Youtube channel.The message will also be made available through voice-controlled Alexa devices for the first time.Users can ask the gadget to play the speech by saying:

Prince Charles and wife Camilla have marked spending Christmas away from the rest of the royal family by releasing a charming new photo.

Shane Richie and Coleen Nolan's eldest son popped the question to his girlfriend in the cutest way.

The big day is finally here and in just a few hours it will be time to call your loved ones to the table to tuck into that delicious Christmas feast.

Kiwi prop Zane Tetevano says he is moving to England for a new challenge after handing Leeds Rhinos a major Christmas present.

Holly Willoughby, 40, and her longtime This Morning co-host Phillip Schofield are joined on the show today by a number of celebrities and guests.The presenters decide to enjoy a drink to celebrate their first-ever Christmas episode of This Morning, however, Allison Hammond almost plunges the show into chaos as she rides into the studio on a mulled wine cart. Sat amongst the festively decorated set and snowy window scene, Phillip says, “Why did we only just think of this? “Loving this!” before explaining, “We have all sorts of things planned...

This is a Christmas we’ll always remember. For many, Christmas is marked by tradition -- gathering with the ones we love for that favorite holiday meal, shopping in the same crowded malls, attending the same packed out candlelight service at church.

direct to your inboxIf you've just switched the telly on, you may be a bit confused as to why Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield are looking back at you.Don't worry, you haven't completely missed Christmas Day.The ITV duo are on screens for a special festive episode on December 25, which has been pre-recorded.From 10am, for the first time ever on Christmas Day, Holly and Phil will present This Morning.Producers are promising a show packed full of heart-warming surprises, special guests, and of course favourite familiar faces.Ahead of the show Phil, 56, told The Mirror: "What an absolute honour to be in people’s living rooms on Christmas day.