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The Skechers waterproof hiking boots are now on sale with 36% off, and shoppers say that they’re ‘comfy straight out of the box’ with ‘hardly any break-in time’

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When winter arrives, it’s crucial to have the proper footwear. For those who love outdoor pursuits, keeping feet dry and warm is absolutely vital.

To shield against harsh conditions, including heavy downpours, frost and snow, numerous shoppers have recommended purchasing the Skechers Men’s Relment Pelmo Hiking Boots – and they’re currently available with 36% off. These robust, functional boots typically cost £94, though Amazon is selling them for just £59.99, with the reduction applying to both khaki and black suede options, although the latter is nearly out of stock.

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Whether trekking, walking the dog, or simply tackling the daily commute, these Skechers Relment Pelmo Hiking Boots pack numerous comfort-enhancing features that make them perfect for chillier months. Coming in sizes 5.5 up to 15, the Relment Pelmo Hiking Boots showcase a lace-up style, featuring a substantial padded collar, reinforced heel and toe for durability, plus a rubber outsole delivering excellent longevity.

Boasting a “waterproof” construction, these ankle-height boots also provide comfort through their Air-Cooled Memory Foam Comfort Insole that delivers pressure relief, immediate comfort and breathability. They’re completed with an EVA midsole for additional foot cushioning, whilst a relaxed fit ensures a “roomy” feel at the toe and front area, meaning feet shouldn’t chafe during extended wear.

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Shoppers on the hunt for a bargain can also find deals at Mountain Warehouse, with these Bergen Mens Waterproof Thermal Snow Boots slashed from £99.99 to £59.99, offering a saving of 40 percent. While women could technically also snap up the Skechers Boots if the shoe size is right, they have the option for a different design with these Double-Buckle Fur Lined Ankle Boots priced at £59 at Next.

However, Skechers remains a trusted brand for comfort and durability, with the Relment Pelmo Hiking Boots boasting an average rating of 4.4 on Amazon based on over 21,000 reviews that claim they “fit perfectly” from the first wear and have “no need to break in.”

One glowing review read: “These shoes fit perfectly the first time I put them on, hardly any break in time! Very comfortable working in them, lots of great tread as well. Would definitely buy them again. Absolutely worth every penny!”.

Another shopper added: “I use my Skecher Relmos for walking, work, and gardening. They’re waterproof, hard wearing, warm, and so comfortable. I’m on my third pair now. Won’t wear anything else.”

A further customer praised: “These are my go to winter boots! I love the styles and quality of Skechers so I own a few pairs, but these are my most comfortable winter boots. I’d buy them again if they were likely to still be available once this pair wears out!”.

One displeased shopper said in a three-star review: “Not as comfortable as I would have liked for long walks. Also, the shoe laces keep coming undone which is an irritation. However, they were a good price. Will look for an alternative text time.”

While another five-star review read: “I bought these for my husband for a trip to the mountains in Colorado. Great fit, comfortable right out of the box.”

Purchase the Skechers Men’s Relment Pelmo Hiking Boots on Amazon now, reports the Daily Record.

Adam Peaty’s festive wedding plans have descended into chaos as the OIympian’s mum has reportedly been banned from attending the big day. Now heartbroken relatives have spoken out

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For years, devoted mum Caroline Peaty has been the biggest champion of her Olympian son Adam Peaty, cheering him on poolside every step of the way. But now, as Adam plans his lavish star-studded wedding, it appears that his loyal mother has been left out in the cold.

Next month, swimming gold medallist Adam is set to marry Holly Ramsay – the daughter of famed chef Gordon Ramsay who has made a name for herself as a glamorous influencer. Wedding planning is now well underway, but a heartbreaking family feud is casting a dark shadow over the celebrations – with mum Caroline allegedly banned from the big day altogether.

In a post shared via Instagram, 25-year-old mental health advocate Holly was all smiles in snaps taken at her plush Soho Farmhouse hen do, declaring, “My girls gave me the best weekend, my heart is so full.” Holly’s mum Tana was there to celebrate the bride, as was megastar Victoria Beckham, but her future mother-in-law was nowhere to be seen. This is despite Holly’s dad, Gordon, 59, being invited to the stag do.

The hen do ‘snub’ has seemingly shattered already-fragile family relations, with Adam’s sister Bethany now the only member of his family set to attend his festive nuptials at Bath Abbey. But what led up to the rift that has broken Caroline’s heart?

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A friend close to Gordon and Tana this week told the Mail Online that the working-class Peatys “are not their cup of tea”, highlighting the differences between these two polar opposite families.

The source revealed: “The Ramsays are rich, and they like the nicer things in life because they can afford it. “On the other hand, the Peatys are far less polished. Adam has a starry new life now, and it seems he has left his family behind.”

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Meanwhile, a source familiar with Holly’s glitzy hen party shed some light on Caroline’s conspicuous absence, remarking that “normal” Caroline “might have stuck out a bit”. Noting that there was a “certain ‘type'” on the invite list, they said: “She’s a normal woman, not a celebrity. You look at Holly’s Instagram and it’s all so planned, so super-glam and very, very showy. That’s not Caroline.”

While the stylish group were enjoying cocktails, Caroline was reportedly left at home to contend with grandma duties, looking after five-year-old grandson George, whom Adam shares with his artist ex-partner Eirianedd Munro.

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Adam’s aunt, Louise Williams, has opened up about her sister Caroline’s hurt in an Instagram post directed at Holly, writing: “@hollyramsayy I’m so glad that you had a great hen do. As a bride, you deserve that. However, as a person you were divisive and hurtful towards a woman, who I have loved and continue to love deeply.

“A woman who opened her home and heart to you. You decided, for whatever reason, not to invite her, your prospective mother-in-law, to your hen night, yet Adam invited his father-in-law, your dad, to his stag night. You invited your mum (quite rightly) and even your mum’s assistant, your sisters, your friends, my niece, but not my sister, your future mother-in-law.”

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She continued: “I have also seen messages passing between her and Adam about this and other matters and, quite frankly, I expected better of you and definitely of Adam. You have inflicted a hurt on my sister that will take a very long time to heal if ever.”

Following Louise’s shockingly frank post, Adam reportedly messaged his mother, banning her from his wedding. He is also said to have stated his intentions to disown his family in messages seen by the Daily Mail and said his mum would not see his son George or any future grandchildren ever again.

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It’s understood that this rift has been brewing throughout Adam and Holly’s two-year relationship, with matters escalating in the run-up to the wedding. Caroline and her husband Mark were initially invited to the big day along with other family members, and she’d even excitedly bought a dress. However, Adam and Holly reportedly didn’t approve of her outfit choice, so they offered to buy her a new one they did like.

It’s believed Adam paid for his parents to visit Bath for a shopping trip, which unfortunately couldn’t go ahead due to the horror train stabbings in Huntingdon two weeks ago. A source claimed that, rather than rearrange the trip, “Adam went mad,” declaring that they’d “wasted his money” and he “wouldn’t be able to get a refund” This is despite the fact that he is a millionaire.

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Caroline, who has a talent for crafts, offered to get involved in wedding preparations by making table setting name plates, but Adam and Holly reportedly turned down this kind offer, telling the mother of the groom that her help was “not needed”.

A source claimed: “Adam has changed so much since he’s been with Holly. She comes from a celebrity world, while his parents do not, and his ego and self-importance have grown. He’s no longer the lovely boy next door we all remember. It’s partly because Adam doesn’t feel his family is good enough for the new one he is now part of.

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“Caroline is devastated by the rift and doesn’t know what she has done wrong. Adam’s relationship with his mum and dad Mark are at an all-time low, and now she’s not coming to the wedding. They feel that Adam started to grow distant from his family after he met Holly, and they started to become more serious. There is a feeling that money is an issue. His family are working class and proud – it’s a stark contrast to the Ramsay family, and some members of the family have said it feels like Adam is ashamed of them.”

It’s now believed that Adam’s sister Bethany will be the only member of his family to attend the wedding, as nobody else can afford the price of the hotel. It doesn’t appear as though Adam has stepped in to help with the costs.

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Taking to Instagram, Caroline, who used to get up at 4 am to take Adam to the pool, appeared to respond to the ongoing feud with a simple yet heartbreaking post, which read: “Crying is a way your eyes speak when your mouth can’t explain how broken your heart is.”

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Loose Women panellist Katie Piper made the admission after celebrating 10 years of marriage with her husband Richard Sutton last week

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Loose Women star Katie Piper has made a candid admission about her decade-long marriage to husband Richard Sutton. Along with Denise Welch, the presenter and campaigner tackled dilemmas on love and relationships during the latest episode of the programme’s podcast, Just Between Us.

During the show, one listener asked for advice about a friend who no longer felt romantically attracted to her partner, but was reluctant to end the relationship.

Discussing the tricky situation, Katie showed empathy for the caller, Emma, suggesting she might be “drained” from constantly dishing out advice and not seeing a resolution.

Sharing her thoughts, Denise chimed in: “Em is also feeling sorry for her friend’s partner, like thinking, let him go! If you don’t love him, somebody will fancy him.”

Katie added: “Release him into the wild! There’s someone for everyone.”

The 42-year-old went on to draw a parallel with her own marriage, revealing that she and her husband, who she refers to as Ritchie, have had an uncomfortable chat about potentially falling out of love.

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She explained: “I always beg Ritchie to do that. I always say, ‘Look, if you do get bored of me, do release me, because there’ll be someone else who will have a go’.”

Returning to the listener’s dilemma, Katie reflected more deeply on the importance of emotional boundaries in friendships.

“I do think there’s something to be said here about a boundary,” she continued. “Sometimes when our friends moan to us, they just want a good listener, and that is what a good friend is. Like, if you moan to me about the same thing, I’ll give you a couple of rounds and be a good listener.

“But, if you drained the life out of me and keep going on, pleading for advice you never take, I think you’re wrong as the friend for not putting that boundary in.”

She added: “I’ve had it before in the past where I’ve been too nice and realised I’d become a free therapist for some of my friends.”

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Katie first met her husband in 2013, following one of the most challenging chapters of her life. At the time, she was still undergoing numerous surgeries and procedures from the horrific acid attack organised by her ex-boyfriend in 2008.

Reflecting on that period, the presenter admitted she feared her medical needs might “pause or end” their budding romance.

As part of a post shared on Instagram in 2022, she wrote: “Very early on into dating him I had to have an operation on my septum and a skin graft to my chin. It was nightmare timing and I assumed things would end [or] pause. I also had a walking stick as I’d had my top right rib removed for a cartilage graft.”

Despite her worries, Katie and Richard’s relationship only grew stronger. The couple went on to marry in 2015 and have two daughters together; Belle, 11, and Penelope, who turns eight next month.

Elizabeth Hurley left very little to the imagination as she lounged around the pool, topping up her tan in a very small bikini while showcasing her impressive muscles

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Elizabeth Hurley dazzled in a minuscule bikini while topping up her tan. The actress and model is no stranger when it comes to parading her gym-honed physique, and her latest social media upload was no different.

The Gossip Girl star, 60, looked sensational as she lounged around the pool in her sprawling back garden wearing nothing but a bikini and a jacket to cover her up. Elizabeth slipped into her tiny orange bikini, which saw her risk a serious wardrobe malfunction in the plunging orange top and tie-side bottoms.

But while the country was facing colder weather, this didn’t appear to bother the mother-of-one, as she captioned her upload: “Happy Tuesday,” alongside three heart emojis. For her garden outing, Elizabeth exuded glamour, with her famous caramel hair styled into loose natural waves, resting on her shoulder and flowing freely down her back.

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In true Elizabeth style, she opted for a full face of glam, with her rosy cheeks being highlighted by the low winter sun, before completing her look with a pair of simple pearl earrings. Her post which has been liked over 49,000 times was flooded with gushing comments.

Trinny Woodall penned: “Happy happy gorgeousness.” While Heidi Klum typed: “Fab,” alongside a heart-eyes and fire emoji. Elizabeth’s boyfriend, Billy Ray Cyrus, added three heart emojis. Meanwhile, one fan asked: “How on earth is this beautiful woman 60!?”

A second went on to write: “Stunning as always.” “How is she still this hot? If anything she’s getting hotter,” gushed a third. As a fourth doting follower penned: “Damn 60 never looked this good,” with two fire emojis. It comes just weeks after Elizabeth opened up about her unexpected romance with country icon Billy.

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Speaking previously, she said: “He’s definitely more romantic than me; he spent the summer strumming his guitar under a tree, composing love songs as I strimmed and chainsawed around him.” Speaking about their dating life, she added: “But he gave me a giant tepee for my birthday and we snuggle up in that and it’s extremely romantic.”

She also revealed on This Morning that Miley Cyrus’ dad had written a song for her. Speaking to Cat Deeley and Ben Shepherd, she said: “He has written a song, I don’t know if it’s about me, but it’s for me.”

The couple went public with their relationship in April, hard launching their love with an Instagram post of Billy planting a kiss on Elizabeth’s cheek. During a chat with The Sunday Times, she opened up further on their romance, explaining that while Billy spends a lot of time at her home in Herefordshire, she’s also a fan of his stunning country retreat in Tennessee.

She said: “Obviously [Billy Ray] loves England. The weather is nicer here in the summer than it is in Tennessee. He lives 40 minutes outside of Nashville. It’s so beautiful. Funnily enough, it actually looks a lot like England. Probably the equivalent of Surrey.”

But while they may be two of the most famous faces in entertainment, they’re very low-key, with Elizabeth cutting Billy’s hair – and the pair even doing the weekly shop together. But Billy stays in the car while Elizabeth heads into the supermarket in order to avoid being mobbed by fans.

Some affordable items contain a specific natural ingredient that is backed by skin experts

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People shopping at Primark can find affordable beauty products endorsed by a skincare expert. She says one specific natural ingredient is what keeps healthy skin feeling “stretchy and soft”, and you can get it from Primark for less than £1.

Dr Nora Jaafar, a London-based dermatologist who has been working for the NHS for 10 years and specialises in aesthetics and medical dermatology, claimed that the discount store may not be a bad place to shop for certain beauty products. However, she stressed the need to always check for a specific ingredient on the label.

Speaking in a TikTok video filmed at her local Primark, she said: “If you are shopping for [alternatives], the safest option you can do is go for the hyaluronic acid ones. Because hyaluronic acid is pretty standard, it is going to match a lot of other things on the market.”

She picked out a few examples, which all came from Primark’s own PS range of beauty products. They include Primark’s own-brand micellar water (from £1), overnight recharge cream (£5) and an infused sheet mask (75p).

Other items in the beauty section that contain hyaluronic acid, but were not featured in Dr Nora’s video are a moisturiser (£5), jelly face serum (£5) and face cleanser (£4.50).

What is hyaluronic acid, and how does it benefit skin?

Hyaluronic acid is good for your skin because it hydrates, making it look full and smooth. It helps to lessen fine lines and wrinkles and keeps the skin’s moisture barrier strong. It’s suitable for almost all skin types, even if you have sensitive skin or eczema, since it’s gentle and hydrating. Plus, hyaluronic acid has antioxidants and can assist in healing wounds.

According to the Cleveland Clinic, hyaluronic acid is a “gooey, slippery substance that your body produces naturally”. Scientists say hyaluronic acid can be found throughout the body, especially in the eyes, joints and skin.

Traditionally, the most common source of hyaluronic acid meant for beauty products and dietary supplements was extracted from the comb of a rooster (the fleshy, red part on top of its head). However, bacterial fermentation is used for a higher quality and purity without resorting to animal sources.

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Research shows that hyaluronic acid is safe for most people to use. The Cleveland Clinic reported that: “Long-term use of hyaluronic acid serum on your skin or in a supplement taken by mouth can improve overall skin health. It’s also great for helping improve overall skin flexibility and elasticity (meaning it makes your skin more stretchy and soft).

Telly legend Brian Murphy, famed for his role in Last of the Summer Wine, died earlier this year, aged 92, but it’s now emerged that he left an astounding fortune behind

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A huge sitcom legend has left an eye-watering fortune behind after his death. Brian Murphy, famed for his roles in Man About the House and Last of the Summer Wine, died at his home in Kent this year.

He was 92 at the time of his death. But the contents of his will have now been revealed. It’s emerged that the star left a staggering £617,000 behind. His will reveals that the huge fortune would be left in a trust for his wife, Linda Regan of Hi-de-Hi! fame, and his sons, Trevor and Kevin, from his first marriage to Carol Gibson.

At the time of his death, his wife, Linda said: “I was lucky to have in my lifetime found my soulmate. Brian who I will love forever.” His friend and agent, Thomas Bowington, honoured Brian as a “joyful and profoundly good-hearted man,” before praising his “talent and humanity.”

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Brian first found fame in 1960, playing Max Fletcher in an episode of Probation Officer, before he became a household name for playing George Roper in Man About the House in all 39 episodes. Fans instantly fell in love with his character, and Brian was said to have been contacted by men who were asking for advice on sex problems, due to his role on the sitcom.

They reportedly asked him how they could avoid their bedroom activities following his stint on the programme. Shortly after appearing as Roper, he starred in the spin-off, George and Mildred, appearing alongside Yootha Joyce for three years between 1976 and 1979.

Murphy also played Alvin Smedley, the neighbour of formidable Nora Batty, in Last of the Summer Wine between 2003 and 2010. His final on-screen credit saw him playing Sweet Old Man in the 2025 release of Mr. Bigstuff, which aired following his death.

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Speaking in 2016 about his life, Brian said: “I can’t grumble about my lot because I’m very happy. I’ve brought up a family and been working relatively solidly for 60 years. It has been a lot of fun.”

Born on September 25 1932, on the Isle of Wight, he trained at The Royal Academy Of Dramatic Art after completing National Service with the RAF. He started his career in the 1950s as a member of the Theatre Workshop, founded by Joan Littlewood, and appeared in both the stage and 1962 film version of Littlewood’s comedy Sparrows Can’t Sing, the latter starring Barbara Windsor and James Booth.

He also performed in the First World War musical satire Oh! What A Lovely War. Murphy was a jobbing actor before appearing in TV shows including The Avengers and Z-Cars, and ITV sitcom The Incredible Mr Tanner in 1981 and BBC’s L For Lester in 1982.

In 1993, he starred in the first major stage version of The Invisible Man, based on the science fiction classic by HG Wells. In the noughties, he portrayed Maurice in The Booze Cruise alongside Martin Clunes and Neil Pearson, and from 2011, he appeared in The Cafe.

In later years, he voiced the character Mr Lovelybuns for the animated series Claude, based on Alex T Smith’s best-selling books. Murphy’s agent Thomas Bowington told the PA news agency the actor was told he had cancer in his spine and shoulders after “a sudden attack” that saw the actor develop a pain in his back around three weeks before his death.