Primark fans can still do Christmas shopping if non-essential stores close in lockdown

Owen Gleiberman Chief Film CriticNot so long ago, there were three or four new Christmas movies a year. Now it seems like there are 30 or 40, and if you’re wondering how that assembly line of holiday product gets filled, the answer is: by recycling endless variations on the same yuletide fairy-tale kitsch and we’re-all-one-big-nettlesome-Christmas-family glorified-sitcom cheer.Take “The Christmas Chronicles 2.” Directed by Chris Columbus, with his leftover-’80s synthetic-is-the-new-real life’s-a-snow-globe touch, it’s a movie in which Santa Claus, played with winning macho bluster by Kurt Russell, has to save Christmas from the depredations of an angry fallen elf.

looking at how to relax coronavirus restrictions so families can spend five days together over the festive season. Meanwhile, the UK recorded another 529 deaths and 19,609 more cases in the latest 24-hour period.Dr Hopkins initially told a briefing that advice from the UK’s scientific advisers Sage showed "two days of tighter restrictions" were needed for every day the measures are released.But PHE later said the advice was actually "for every one day of relaxation, five days of tighter restrictions would potentially be needed".This would mean England would have to endure tougher rules for 25 days instead of 10.

Andy Burnham has warned against the introduction of ‘permanent’ coronavirus restrictions once the national lockdown ends.The mayor of Greater Manchester says talks are underway between local leaders and the government about what will happen after December 2.Changes to the national tiered system of restrictions were being considered according to Mr Burnham, though he admitted that it was likely that the city-region would remain in Tier 3.In their decision-making the government has been urged to consider the fact that Greater Manchester has been under tighter measures for four months.A ‘clear downward trajectory’ in Covid-19 cases across the region could also work in their favour, suggested Mr Burnham.But he told a press conference on

Frank Lampard that there could still be a way back for him at Chelsea after making an impressive start to his loan spell at Aston Villa.Barkley, 26, made the decision to join Villa on loan in the summer and autumn transfer window after seemingly dropping down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge.The Blues’ £220million spending spree, which saw the likes of Kai Havertz, Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner arrive in west London, left Lampard with greater options in attacking midfield.In order to boost his chances of playing regular first-team football, Barkley signed for Dean Smith’s men on a season-long loan and has got off to a flyer in the Midlands.The England international has produced a string of impressive displays for Villa, helping them

East Kilbride will be limiting access to essential stores only from Friday as Lanarkshire moves to a level four lockdown. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed the tighter restrictions across the region yesterday (Tuesday) in a briefing to the Scottish Parliament.The new restrictions will come into place from Friday and will be in place for three weeks, lifting on December 11.It follows access being restricted during the first lockdown in March.

I'M A Celebrity fans have called for the show to stay in the UK saying they prefer the castle in Wales. Viewers have given the new location their seal of approval after fans were wowed by the stunning Welsh scenery in the launch show.

Emmerdale viewers were terrified Belle Dingle would murder Tracy Metcalfe (Amy Walsh) after watching Wednesday's episode, as she approached her with a knife. Belle, played by Eden Taylor-Draper, suffers from schizophrenia, and recent weeks have seen her mental health decline as she started to hear the voice of her late mum in her head.

Hollyoaks siblings Toby (Bobby Gordon) and Celeste Faroe (Andrea Ali) feared the worst during Wednesday's first-look episode as their brother Mitchell Deveraux (Imran Adams) learned the truth about the whereabouts of their cousin Lisa Loveday.

Marina has shared a new single called ‘Man’s World’ – you can listen to it below.The pop star (formerly known as Marina And The Diamonds) released her fourth studio album ‘Love + Fear’ in two parts last year, and revealed over the summer that she was “close to finishing” its follow-up.After signalling her return on social media last week, Marina has today (November 18) given fans the first taste of her next full-length with ‘Man’s World’, which was created in partnership with an all-female team of collaborators.Written solely by Marina, the song was produced by Grammy Award nominee Jenn Decilveo (who’s previously worked with the likes of Bat For Lashes, Hinds and Demi Lovato) and engineered by Emily Lazar (Haim, Clairo, Sia), who was the

Like many brilliant women throughout cinema history who toil in obscurity before eventually being recognized for their greatness, it took some of us a while to notice Amy Adams. After all, Adams wasn’t always enjoying the kinds of starry, awards-friendly roles she is now more or less synonymous with.

We’re all celebrating the holidays together.

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© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine On Tuesday's instalment of , revealed that – and fans are obsessing over it once again.The emotional video shows making his groom's speech – but instead of speaking kind words – he sang them.When the video was first released, it quickly racked up views from McFly fans the world over and since Giovanna's appearance on hit ITV show I'm A Celeb, – with fans providing an outpouring of love for the sweet moment.Lovely comments included: "It's 2020 and I still cry watching this" and, "Once again I’m here to witness this masterpiece.

Gwyneth Paltrow left fans open-mouthed on Wednesday when she shared several throwback photos on Instagram.In honour of her longtime friend’s birthday, the Goop founder pulled together a montage of images of them as children, and her followers were quick to point out how much she looks like her own offspring in the snapshots. "OMG baby Apple was so much like baby Gwyneth," wrote one, referring to Gwyneth’s daughter, while another said her son Moses - now 14 - could have been "her twin".READ: Gwyneth's daughter Apple reacts to her mum's naked photo!WATCH: Gwyneth Paltrow's son Moses showcases his impressive cooking skillsGwyneth received an abundance of comments on the photos ranging from her school football team photos to when she was a

straight to your inboxManchester City return to Premier League action this weekend when they tackle Jose Mourinho's Tottenham in north London.After a draw against Liverpool last time out, Pep Guardiola's side are looking to return to winning ways at the start of a four-month stint without the distraction of international football. While still early in the campaign, victory would be a significant boost and defeat would leave City eight points adrift of Mourinho's men, albeit with a game in hand.

Ben Shephard was asking contestant Athena a string of questions, which she failed to get correct. However, in a positive move for the hopeful, the machine started to move counters over the line baffling both Ben and Athena.Laughing, Athena said: "Well, the machine like she at least."After the machine did it again, Ben laughed: "The machine got bored."Fans logged into social media to question what was happening.One fan tweeted: "Where are these random counters coming from?"Another joked: "Is the magnet man just feeling sorry for her? #TippingPoint."A third continued: "#tippingpoint Christ even the machine is taking pity on her."Meanwhile, a fourth continued: "The machine got bored.

“It is crucial that support is readily available for businesses in West Lothian who have only just started getting back on their feet after the first lockdown.“Local businesses must be given plenty of notice if level-four restrictions are going to be kept in place past December 11.“It is important that the UK Government and the Scottish Government continue to work together to protect local jobs.”Labour Lothian MSP Neil Findlay said: “A few weeks ago, the First Minister said the science only take you so far then decisions are political.

She revealed she spent last lockdown feeling lazy and binge-eating crisps, but now Molly-Mae Hague has admitted that lockdown number two has left her struggling.The Love Island star took to her Instagram Stories to reveal she was having “one of those weeks” as she updated her followers on how she is coping.The 21 year old admitted: “I’ve been so MIA on here.To be honest I don’t know what’s up with me, I’m just having one of those weeks.” Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. You can sign up at the top of the page.

Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a barrage of tear-jerking adverts guaranteed to make us weep into our mince pies and sherry.

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