Christmas: Last News

Sitting in the GP surgery with my two-and-a-half-year-old daughter Eden on my lap, tears streamed down my face as I begged for help. Having spent the past six weeks in and out of appointments, I knew that something wasn't right. We were all missing something, but I didn't know what.

This Morning's Josie Gibson is all about the festive spirit, especially since becoming a mum to her son Reg in 2018.The TV star loves to keep the magic of Christmas alive for her little one, even dressing him up in a suit for their annual visit to Santa Claus. "I’m all about the magic, and keeping the magic alive," she shares. "Reg is the best version of himself the whole way through December because Father Christmas calls us and his elves call us and I always make him go and see Father Christmas in a suit." Josie also cherishes the traditional Christmas Day moments at home.

From the moment we welcomed Oliver into the world in August 2023, we knew he had a challenging journey ahead. Oliver has Down's syndrome and was born with a hole in his heart – which we knew was highly likely during pregnancy – and was on respiratory support from birth. My husband Christopher, 38, and I weren't expecting a smooth ride, but we could never have prepared for what was to come.

Ferne McCann and her fiance Lorri Haines were all smiles as they enjoyed a date night at the Ice rink amid split rumours. Smiling in front of the Christmas tree, Ferne posted the loved up picture to her Instagram, firmly putting those split rumours to bed.The mum of two was seen cosying up to Lorri, wrapped up warm amidst the cold weather, in gloves, scarves and woolly hats.

Joe Swash has swiftly reassured his followers after being caught up in a terrifying road accident.The TV fave and former EastEnders star was horrified when his car got smashed by a lorry on the motorway.Taking to Instagram, the 42 year old shared clips of his damaged vehicle to show fans the aftermath of the terrifying crash. Initially, he told fans, "I got hit by a lorry! ! ! Done the side of my car. F**k." Joe has now issued further updates to his Instagram followers and proved he really is okay following the horror crash.The actor is currently taking part in panto season and is getting ready for performances in Bedfordshire.

Katie Price has left fans gobsmacked with the reveal of her £10,000 facelift results.The 46 year old former glamour model flew to Turkey this summer for the pricey procedure, despite having had a facelift before. Katie, who has openly confessed to her surgery addiction, is striving for perfection and decided to go under the knife once more. Flaunting her rejuvenated face on Instagram stories last Friday, Katie gave her followers a sneak peek while prepping backstage for her pantomime performance over the weekend, where she stars alongside her celeb pal Kerry Katona.

Jedward have warmed hearts as they opened up about spending the festive season with showbiz pal Gemma Collins, after revealing a poignant family situation. Chatting to The Mirror at Tulleys Christmas Light Festival just last Friday, John and Edward Grimes shared how they find comfort in their friendship with Gemma during a time when most of their relatives are no longer here.The twins said: "Christmas is really sad, this year we're going to be spending it with Gemma because most of our family have sadly passed.

What do you buy the man who has everything? Something practical or fun, but always affordable, says King Charles’ former butler, Grant Harrold. “The King hates being given anything extravagant and expensive. He’d be embarrassed if you spent a fortune on him.

Love Island sensation Tasha Ghouri has captured the hearts of many with her emotive and absolutely breathtaking performances on Strictly Come Dancing.The 26 year old star, who has been a top pick for the bookmakers ever since she sashayed onto the iconic dance floor with the charming professional dancer Aljaž Škorjanec in September, has become an icon, confidently sporting her cochlear implant.Tasha couldn't be happier about her journey on the show, gushing, "It has been incredible, a dream come true, and I'm so glad I get to do it with Aljaž," adding, "He is an amazing dancer and a brilliant person so I'm glad I get to share this journey with him." In an exclusive chat, the trailblazing star, who was born deaf, opens up about becoming an inspiration, her romance with Love Island beau Andrew Le Page, 29, and festive plans with her adorable dog, Luna... Hi, Tasha! We’ve loved you on Strictly! You’re such a trailblazer for the deaf community and have raised so much awareness.

The Royal Family stepped out in a stunning array of festive outfits to support Kate Middleton at her Westminster Abbey carol concert on Friday afternoon. While Kate opted for a red Alexander McQueen coat she had recycled from her existing wardrobe Zara Tindall also provided a much needed dose of Christmas-style inspiration.The 43-year-old arrived with Princess Beatrice and looked radiant in a luxurious burgundy velvet suit- proving the Royal ladies are always one step ahead of the style game.

Coronation Street has dropped Christmas spoilers, hinting at Gail Platt's wedding and her final episode on the show.The iconic character, portrayed by Helen Worth, 73, has been a staple on the cobbles for an incredible five decades, but it seems Gail is ready to say goodbye to Weatherfield in scenes that are bound to tug at the heartstrings.The Platt household is always full of drama, but with Gail's fairy-tale ending set for Christmas day, fans are eager to find out if the feuding Platt family will let Gail and Jesse have their winter wonderland wedding or if her family squabbles will ruin her dream. In newly released snaps, Gail and Jesse are seen with her mum, Audrey, and son, Nick, at the Rovers Return, standing under a sign reading: "Farewell Gail, we'll miss you," amidst a sea of balloons.

Fearne Cotton has given her fans an update following surgery to remove two tumours.The beloved podcast host and telly star, 43, let everyone know last week about her upcoming procedure to have two benign tumours taken out from her jaw, not long after her fellow presenter Davina McCall shared a similar health challenge.Taking to Instagram, Fearne revealed she's doing well in recovery and is all about taking it easy at the moment. She put up a snap of herself, pyjama-clad and lounging on the sofa, while signalling thumbs-up to the camera. Next to the pic, she wrote: "Resting at home.

Expectant Princess Beatrice was the epitome of elegance in a rich burgundy outfit as she attended Princess Kate's festive carol service, proudly showing off her growing baby bump.The 36 year old Royal arrived at Westminster Abbey hand-in-hand with her doting husband, Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi, and Beatrice's Stepson - Christopher Woolf, affectionately known as 'Wolfie' to those close to him.The mum-to-be, who is set to welcome her bundle of joy in early 2025, has always spoken lovingly of Wolfie, her 'bonus son', and is renowned for her active and nurturing role as a stepmum. Edoardo, a successful property developer, had Wolfie in 2016 with his former partner, American architect and designer Dara Huang.This year's carol service marks the second time little Wolfie has joined the Royal festivities, having made his debut at last year's event, also hosted by Kate at Westminster Abbey.

The festive season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with a stylish Christmas jumper? Forget the tacky novelty ones, we're talking about chic, fashionable knitwear that you'll actually want to wear. And thanks to Marks & Spencer, you can do just that.They've just released their Sequin Fair Isle Relaxed Christmas Jumper, priced at £29.50, and it's already proving popular with shoppers getting into the holiday spirit. One happy customer gushed: " The jumper is soft and colourful for my Christmas festivities, " Available in sizes x-small to x-large, this cosy cream fairisle knit features green sequins around the neckline, adding a touch of festive sparkle to the design.

The final six remaining celebrities on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! got an extra special treat on Friday 6 December, as each received a surprise visit from friends and family. GK Barry was visited by her mum, Richard by his brother Will, Danny saw his wife and son Cooper, and Oti was reunited with her husband Marius. Perhaps the most emotional reunion of the day, however, was the one between Coleen Rooney and her two youngest sons.

the fourth annual “Together at Christmas” service on Dec. 6, held at Westminster Abbey in London.It was her second appearance this week, as she’s slowly returning to royal duties following her treatment that started in February.

Kate Middleton stepped out to host the fourth annual “Together at Christmas” service on Friday alongside her husband, Prince William, and their three children: sons Prince George, 11, and Prince Louis, 6, and daughter Princess Charlotte, 9.The couple’s youngest child was photographed carrying a red piece of paper with a handwritten note about what he is thankful for.The family stopped at the famous “Kindness Tree” outside Westminster Abbey in London to hang their messages on the branches in dedication to someone who has supported them in their lives.In honor of the service’s theme of love and empathy, Prince Louis’s note read: “Thank you for Granny and Grandpa because they have played games with me.”Middleton also penned a letter to the 1,600 Abbey carol goers, which includes members of the royal family, sharing with them, “This Carol Service is a heartfelt celebration of every one of you, and a reminder that at Christmas, and throughout the year, we must all shine for each other. Because in times of joy and sadness, we are all each other’s light.”The Prince and Princess of Wales shared footage from their time at the service on social media, capturing the X post, “A wonderful time spent together with friends, family and those who make a real difference to the people around them.”“This year’s Together at Christmas Carol Service celebrated individuals who have inspired, counselled, comforted, and above all else shown that love is the greatest gift we can receive.

In this week's Prime Finds, I've discovered some fantastic Amazon deals that are still available. Even though the online giant's massive Black Friday week sales wrapped up at the start of December, Amazon is still dishing out many major discounts on various products, with some slashed by up to 60%. Unlike Black Friday deals, there's no telling how long these sales will last.

A host of celebrities have arrived at Westminster Abbey on Friday 6 December for the Princess of Wales’ annual Christmas carol concert. Princess Kate has made only a handful of public appearances this year following her treatment for cancer, but she has begun to make a return to royal duties and was accompanied to the event by her family, including husband Prince William and children George, Charlotte and Louis.

Gregg Wallace's main TV rival is said to be taking the lead in the running to replace him on MasterChef, as Wallace faces an external review over historical misconduct allegations and new claims of harassment.The 60-year-old presenter, who has temporarily stepped away from the BBC cooking show, has been accused of touching a woman's bottom at an event and making unwanted contact with another woman while filming a different show. His lawyers have strongly denied the allegations, stating that it is "entirely false that he engages in behaviour of a sexually harassing nature".

The Prince and Princes of Wales' children, Prince George, 11, Princess Charlotte, nine and Prince Louis, six, will be part of their mother, Kate Middleton's annual Christmas carol concert in Westminster Abbey tonight. Ahead of the event kicking off, Louis was pictured holding a sweet handwritten note addressed to his grandparents, King Charles III and Queen Camilla. The young royal affectionately addressed them as 'Grandpa and Granny' on the letter in his handwriting.