Primark launches new bags ahead of Christmas that double up as wrapping paper

Contrasting mountain boots, £79.99, MangoTrack sole boots are big news for this season, and while Prada’s pricey pair sell out as soon as they’re back in stock, the high street has done a brilliant job of tapping into the trend. Enter Mango’s hybrid pair.

‘I’m A Celebrity – Get Me Out of Here’, in need of an Aussie jungle replacement closer to home, that has made Gwrych Castle a household name – if not necessarily one that many can pronounce (it’s ‘Goo-rreech’, by the way). Viewers are lapping up the derelict castle’s made-for-TV viper pits and ghastly banquets.

Sign up to the weekly West Lothian Courier newsletter for the latest West Lothian news and sport.West Lothian businesses could receive up to £20,000 to introduce energy-saving measures.Zero Waste Scotland’s Energy Efficiency Business Support Service offers free and impartial advice to small and medium-sized organisations (SMEs) to help them cut their energy bills and reduce their carbon emissions.The service also provides access to the Scottish Government’s SME Loan Scheme, which is now available interest-free with up to 75 per cent cashback thanks to an injection of £4m.The loan is administered by Energy Saving Trust.Iain Gulland, chief executive of Zero Waste Scotland, said: “It is vital, particularly at the present time, for businesses

Lorraine Kelly has opened up about her Christmas festivities - and the fact they will be slightly more muted this year. Despite this feeling, the TV presenter is ready to go all out!Sharing a glimpse inside her preparations, read Lorraine's HELLO! column below as she reveals she's here for all the festive gimmicks - such as the cheesy pop tunes, the jokey jumpers and the copious amounts of food!READ: Lorraine Kelly reveals how pet dog Angus saved her in lockdownWATCH: Lorraine Kelly shares first glimpse of her Chrismas decorationsI have a golden rule about Christmas.

Perthshire tourist attraction has recruited its resident deer herd to make Christmas wishes come true.Highland Safaris in Dull near Aberfeldy opens its Christmas experience this weekend with animal magic and seasonal gift shopping.Community raised money to replace apprentice's stolen toolsThe team, who are still available to take visitors out in Land Rovers to spot wildlife, have made an enchanted Christmas tunnel, where Santa Claus and his deer are keen to meet families.Children are able to meet and tell Santa about their dreams for Christmas morning during a half-hour, pre-booked experience.As part of this, everyone gets a chance to feed the friendly red deer family - who are standing in for reindeer - and learn about their lives on the

Kate Garraway has spoken out about her fears over spending Christmas without her husband Derek Draper as he remains in hospital following his battle with coronavirus.The 53 year old, whose family car was recently stolen from outside her house, opened up about the festive season while on Good Morning Britain on Friday morning as she explained feeling "physically sick" by the thought of it.

Good Morning Britain presenter Charlotte Hawkins, 45, has given her fans an update on her career, as she announced an exciting new venture away from TV presenting on Twitter.The Classic FM host said her new project is her "way" of sending a "hug" to whoever needs one this Christmas time.In view of her 228,000 Twitter followers, Charlotte posted a sneak peek of the new cover of her album Mindful Moments.The CD features 45 of her favourite classical tracks which will be out next month as the festive season approaches.Charlotte penned with excitement: "Big announcement!"Thrilled to say I have a CD coming out in time for Christmas!"It’s called Mindful Moments & I’ve put together 45 beautiful tracks, my way of sending out a musical hug to anyone

Strictly Come Dancing 2020 pro Dianne Buswell shared some old photos, which came up on her social media timeline.  The professional dancer, who has been on the BBC ballroom dancing programme since 2017, looked unrecognisable without her famous red tresses.In the video clip, Dianne can be seen with her natural brunette hair on what appeared to be a trip to New York with pals.The footage, which she shared with her 839,000 Instagram followers showed the star in the back of a taxi.“OMG my crew this came up on my timeline, the good old days!!!”“Miss you all so much,” she wrote online, before adding: "My hair and natural tan!!!"Back in September, the Australia star shared an even older throwback photograph online.The Strictly star posted a

Bugzy Malone has announced his latest album ‘The Resurrection’ and released new single ‘Don’t Cry’ – a collaboration with Dermot Kennedy.The powerful new track sees the Manchester rapper dissecting his near-fatal motorbike crash, which occurred earlier this year, for the first time.A video for the track, directed by Myles Whittingham, also depicts a tense boxing match to reflect Malone’s mental and physical journey since the accident.“I’m bleeding out, I’m bleeding out, my eyes are full of blood they’re closing up / My clothes are tight enough they cut them off, the skies aren’t bright enough to see the gods,” Bugzy raps on the new track.‘The Resurrection’ will arrive on January 22, 2021.It follows the release of ‘Doe’d Up’ and ‘M.E.N III‘,

THE BBC shared the first look of Dawn French returning as The Vicar of Dibley alongside Richard Curtis. The new photo shows an excited Reverend Geraldine Granger (French) sitting on a sofa alongside James Fleet who is reprising his role as Hugo Horton in the upcoming Christmas special.

Building large apartments in Salford could help plug a 'shortage' of suitable homes for Jewish families looking to downsize, the council has been told.A new three-storey block with seven flats, between two and three bedrooms in size, next to Broughton Park has been given planning permission this week.Salford's planning panel was told that the new housing would help those looking to downsize and also free up large houses which are in high demand.But some councillors described the demolition of the large detached property currently on the land in Old Hall Road as an act of 'architectural vandalism'.One Jewish woman who has lived in Prestwich for 38 years told the planning panel that she had been looking for an apartment like this for three

KATE Garraway and Ben Shephard were left in hysterics on today's GMB over a Belgian city's penis-shaped Christmas lights. Oudenburg's festive decorations have made headlines for all the wrong reasons and even prompted an apology from its mayor.

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I’m A Celeb last night.Picking up the maximum number of stars possible during the Trapped Door trial, he secured a meal of squirrel for his campmates and was elated to have made it through the experience.But in a hilarious twist, Jordan actually thought he’d missed out on one final star.Making his way through the underground tunnel he collected star after star, but the final one appeared to elude him.How it started.

Robbie Williams has unveiled new single ‘Can’t Stop Christmas’ – and it’s a timely look at the festive season during the time of COVID-19.The new single sees Robbie tackling what is likely to be the strangest of Christmases for many of us, with nods to Facetimes, zooms and receiving hand sanitiser as a gift.And in a nod to social distancing, he sings: “Santa’s on his sleigh, but now he’s two metres away.”A collaboration with long-time producers Guy Chambers and Richard Flack, the single is taken from Robbie’s new double album ‘The Christmas Present’ – which features guest appearances from the likes of Rod Stewart, Bryan Adams, Jamie Cullum and Tyson Fury.Originally released last Christmas, the album gave Robbie his 13th Number 1 solo album

Neil Lennon turning festive storyteller. The manager takes on the role of narrator as his Hoops stars bid to "save Christmas" in the club's yearly feature.

Mrs Hinch has shown a look an early Christmas present she snapped up for Ronnie after they came back from their staycation to Dorset earlier this year.The millionaire cleaning influencer took to Instagram to share the new addition to their property portfolio – an incredible wooden playhouse in the back garden.Throwing back to a sunny September when they returned from their holiday Mrs Hinch explained that she immediately bought her one year old son the mini structure because he played in one while they were away. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK's daily newsletter .

In recent years, CBD (cannabidiol) has become one of the most talked about ingredients in the beauty world. From moisturisers to body balms, and even make-up, beauty fans everywhere are now splashing their cash on CBD-infused products more than ever before.

Elton John wants to put his feud with Rod Stewart to bed.

Also on this day: New Jersey becomes the first state to ratify the Bill of Rights.The Mexican Revolution of 1910 has its beginnings under the Plan of San Luis Potosi issued by Francisco I. Madero.Twenty-two former Nazi officials go on trial before an international war crimes tribunal in Nuremberg, Germany.

WHILE the world waits for Covid vaccinations, Robbie Williams has come up with the ultimate antidote — a coronavirus-themed Christmas song. The Angels singer has filled Can’t Stop Christmas with hilarious lyrics, including a line about Santa Claus having to socially distance — and how he’d like hand sanitising gel in his stocking.