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The series finale of Strictly Come Dancing aired last weekend, however, fans of the show will still be able to get their ballroom fix over the festive period.

A specialist sniffer dog helped unravel an Ayrshire shop's illicit tobacco operation.

Lanarkshire locals are being offered the chance to beat the winter blues this Christmas – by taking a good walk and enjoying some exercise.

Kylie Jenner and her four-year-old daughter Stormi matched outfits for the blowout Kardashian Christmas Eve bash.Though traditionally hosted by family matriarch Kris Jenner, the party in recent years has fallen into the hands of her various daughters.In anticipation of the extravaganza, Kylie, 25, posted a couple of Insta Stories of her and Stormi in their complementary Thierry Mugler outfits. So sweet: Kylie Jenner and her four-year-old daughter Stormi matched outfits for the blowout Kardashian Christmas Eve bashBoth of them were decked out in shimmering gold dresses that were trimmed elegantly with black lace.Kylie, who shares Stormi and her 10-month-old son Webster with her rapper beau Travis Scott, oozed throwback glamour in her look.

Madison Beer put on a stylish display while exiting the Off Sunset Night Club in West Hollywood earlier on Friday as she officially kicked off the holiday weekend.The Reckless hitmaker, 23, was dressed for the exciting night out wearing a corseted cropped top along with fashionable, loose-fitting pants. The talented singer was recently spotted enjoying a quiet outing in Beverly Hills with her boyfriend and TikTok star, Nick Austin, after the two went public with their relationship in 2021.  Fun outing: Madison Beer, 23, was seen exiting the Off Sunset Night Club earlier on Friday in West Hollywood The All Day And Night singer opted for style wearing a strapless, black corseted top that showcased her toned physique.  She slipped into a pair of low-waisted, camouflage pants along with classic black and white Adidas sneakers to stay comfortable during her outing. Madison draped a black, leather bomber jacket around her elbows for a fashionable touch to her casual ensemble. The talented beauty was seen slowly making her way out of the star-studded club, with actors, Tobey Maguire and Leonardo DiCaprio, also seen at the crowded venue.  Enjoying the festive season: The Reckless hitmaker showed off her fit physique wearing a black corseted top and low-waisted camouflage pants Madison's brunette hair was parted in the middle, and flowed down effortlessly past her shoulders. She accessorized her outfit by adding a pair of large, gold-hooped earrings along with a gold-chained necklace. The performer carried an eye-catching white purse in her hand, with a claw clip placed on one of the straps in case she needed to throw her hair up into a stylish up do. The star, who is currently dating TikTok star and fellow musician, Nick Austin,

Sue has promised readers that they can witness "silly jokes, wonderful costumes and music, spectacular dancing [and] kids in the audience shouting 'Boo!'"She predicts that they will be "singing along and screaming their heads off" as the action progresses.There are also surprises in store among the "fantastic cast", as Sue reveals that the two ugly sisters will no longer be played by men, as had previously been tradition."There are two girls doing it this year and they're not ugly at all!" she disclosed.She added that the shows have already "put people in the Christmas spirit".This isn't Sue's first experience being cast in Cinderella, as she previously played Dandini years earlier, a part which she combined an "exotic tap dance" into her performance.However, this could be viewers' last chance to catch her in a festive panto role in the next couple of years, if she decides to fulfill her fantasies of a faraway getaway next season."I'd rather like to go to the Caribbean [next] Christmas," she declared."I've always loved Barbados and Antigua, so that's what I'll aim for...

Kim Kardashian showed off her dazzling Christmas Eve attire in a behind-the-scenes video shared onto her Instagram story, while also revealing her newly dyed brunette hair after recently coloring her locks honey blonde. The reality star, 42, filmed herself as she took a selfie video to give her 337 million followers a closer look at her sparkling, fitted gown she opted to wear for the evening's festivities. Earlier during the day, the TV personality flaunted her fit physique and curves sporting a one-of-a-kind, leopard bodysuit as she posed for a new photo series also shared onto the popular social media platform.  Party time: Kim Kardashian, 42, uploaded a glimpse of her Christmas Eve party dress onto her Instagram story on Saturday  Va va voom: She dropped jaws in her stunning dressThe Kardashians star dressed to impress in a figure-hugging, silver sparkling dress that contained an asymmetrical neckline.  The eye-catching gown, that shimmered under the bright lights in the reel, contained a chunky strap on the right side, while the left comprised of a thin, flat strap.'We're back!' Kim exclaimed at the start of the first clip shared on her Instagram stories on Saturday.

Brooke Shields enjoyed a Christmas Eve with her family in her hometown of New York City Saturday.The 57-year-old actress and model - who recently said her 1980 film The Blue Lagoon wouldn't be made in contemporary times - donned a red asymmetric gathered stretch-velvet maxi dress by Alexandre Vauthier on the festive evening.The luxurious garment had a deep V-neckline with sharp structured shoulders and a slit at the front, as the longtime star wore her brown locks parted to the side with a light layer of makeup on the winter evening. Family celebration: Brooke Shields, 57, posed with her daughter Rowan, 19, husband Chris Henchy, 58, and daughter Grier Henchy, 16, on Christmas Eve Saturday at their home in NYC.

Express.co.uk how he plans to spend Christmas with his two children and elderly mother, Elsie, 90.The actor had his two children: Albert, 11 and Esme, 9 with his ex-wife Mischka Eccleston.Express.co.uk caught up with Christopher earlier this month at the Women in Film and TV Awards, as we asked him about his Christmas plans.Planning on a quiet one, Christopher explained: "I am going to see my mum who was 90 this year, she's coming down to London."We will spend time together with my son Albert and my daughter Esme."Christopher has always been close with his mum, with the pair growing a tighter bond after the death of his father in 2012.With his marriage ending in 2016, Christopher suffered a mental breakdown with his mother helping him through it.His doctors told him that there was a severe imbalance in his brain chemistry and he was put on high doses of medication.Christopher even moved back in with his mother after getting out of the psychiatric ward, continuing his recovery while she cared for him.His first UK job from there was to continue his role as Maurice in The A Word, Bowker's BBC drama that centres around a young boy with autism.However, the series means more than that to actor Christopher who credits the show for getting him through his hard times.He told The Sunday Times previously: "I first became ill on The A Word."They saw it and they cared for me."Christopher also admitted that he wrote his book, I Love the Bones Of You for his children: Albert and Esme.He said to the Guardian: "I didn’t want Albert and Esme to ever feel there was anything they couldn’t talk to me about."Not in the way that I felt I couldn’t talk to anybody.

Hamilton Accies Girls’ Under-14s tasted silverware by beating Celtic 2-0 to win the Scottish Youth FA Cup, less than a year after they formed.

East Kilbride boss Kevin Rutkiewicz hopes a pre-Christmas bonding session for his players in Liverpool can boost their bid for Lowland League success this season.

Cambuslang Harriers athletes performed well at the Scottish Short Course Championships in Kirkcaldy recently.

Airdrie player-boss Rhys McCabe scored a wonder-strike to deliver the perfect Christmas present for the Diamonds at Montrose on Friday night.

Express.co.uk that he once interviewed All I Want For Christmas Is You singer Mariah Carey, 52, while speaking at the Ideal Home Show, in partnership with NatWest.The Good Morning Britain Entertainment Editor then went on to reveal whether the star deserved the “diva” reputation she has been branded with in the past.After being referred to as “high maintenance” for many years, the star has since confirmed she “doesn’t care” about that aspect of her reputation, even laughingly embracing the term. However Richard, who comes across plenty of high-profile celebrities through his ITV job, had a different take on the singer. Asked about the most surprising interview he’s ever had, Richard said: “Honestly, there have been so many. “Personal favourites include Dolly Parton, Celine Dion… And Mariah Carey was great - not a hint of a diva at all!”Richard has been the Entertainment Editor on ITV’s Good Morning Britain since 2014 and has been working in showbiz for over two decades. He went on to reveal that another favourite interview of his was with legendary musician Tony Bennett.“Tony Bennett and Barbra Streisand were two notable interviews because I'm such a huge fan,” Richard explained. “I had a lovely time in Tony Bennett's apartment in New York.

Anne Hegerty, 64, has been on The Chase since 2010, taking on the name of The Governess on the hit ITV show.The Chaser has spoken exclusively to Express.co.uk about her Christmas plans, admitting she calls the festive day her "day off" as she decides to spend it alone at her flat in Swindon.Anne is known for her Governess personality, and this Christmas she will be taking on the role of Fairy Flutterby in a Beauty and the Beast pantomime in Swindon.As she will be off Christmas Day, Express.co.uk asked the Chaser what her plans were this year.She admitted: "Christmas Day is just simply a day off.

Mental health is something that Sean Fletcher, 48, is incredibly passionate about following the struggles his own son Reuben experienced - which is why he has teamed up with GO Outdoors and Mind’s recent campaign #HatsOnForMind this winter.The Good Morning Britain presenter has joined ex-England goalkeeper David Seaman and fellow Countryfile stars Helen Skelton and Julia Bradbury to raise money for the mental health charity. Six years ago Sean’s family was in crisis, as the health of his teenage son deteriorated rapidly over a few weeks. Since getting his OCD diagnosis, Reuben has gone on to get mental health support and achieve amazing things, including securing a place at university. While things worked out ok for the Fletcher family, Sean has confessed how difficult he found it coming into work each morning and putting on a brave face. “I found it particularly tough when our son was ill and having to go on air, whether it's live programmes or pre-recorded programmes, and smile,” he remembered.“You know, a lot of the things I do, it’s not about me, it’s not about my problems.“You’ve got to leave all of the problems at home behind you, and then go on and smile - and that’s really hard when your world is falling apart at home. “I’m a bit of a smiler anyway - but it’s challenging,” he continued, “Because it’s not just smiling, you’ve got to be positive with things like breakfast telly.

Christine Quinn showed off an edgy side to her fashion sense as she stunned in an Italian suit while arriving at a business meeting in Los Angeles, California, on Thursday.The 34-year-old real estate broker kept her look classy by wearing a long suit jacket and trousers from Sportmax paired with pointed-toe heels.The beauty strutted the pavement with her blonde hair down around her chest and lightly styled. Strutting on the scene: Christine Quinn arrived at a business meeting in LA wearing an edgy Italian suit made by Sportmax Beauty queen: The Selling Sunset star strutted her long legs on the pavement while carrying two designer handbags  Share Follow If you make a purchase using links on this page, MailOnline will earn an affiliate commission Embrace colour like Christine carrying a Jacquemus bag £495 Jacquemus 'Le Bisou Perle' bag Shop here...

Roast turkey, BBQ pork rib steak, chicken balmoral, roast ham and chicken wrapped in bacon are among the treats being served up to Scotland's criminals on Christmas Day. Irn-Bru, mince pies, chocolate gateau, Christmas puddings and chocolate chip brownies and custard will also be given to lags spending the festive period behind bars.

A formerly homeless Scots army veteran who toured in Northern Ireland and Iraq has hung up Christmas decorations for the first time in 14 years.