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King Charles is preparing to host one of his biggest Christmas celebrations ever with 45 royals expected at Sandringham for celebrations.

The festivies range from formal to fun, with a black-tie dinner on Christmas Eve and after-dinner games after a turkey feast on Christmas Day. One part of royal Christmas that fans particularly love is the annual walk to church on Christmas morning, which also sees the Firm greet wellwishers who turn out to see them. In recent years, the Prince and Princess of Wales have been joined by their children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis for the outing, along with the rest of the family. Four years ago during the walk, it appeared that Kate colour-coordinated the family’s outfits, and they all looked very smart in dark green.

And while fans around the world loved their style, it turns out that Kate really regretted her outfit choice for the day, and even told one well-wisher she “really shouldn’t have worn it”. She looked stunning in a heavy grey Catherine Walker coat, with a green hat, bag and heels. But during a quick chat with 19-year-old fan Rachel Anvil, she admitted it was the wrong choice for the unseasonably warm weather.

Rachel’s mum told Metro : “Kate was talking to my daughter about clothes and how she was feeling too hot, she said ‘I really shouldn’t have worn this’. I’m there talking to Charlotte about dolls and my daughter’s talking about fashion with Kate. It wasn’t fake it was a genuine discussion, it was about a minute but it was tailored to my daughter, it was like speaking to a friend.”

Royal Christmases usually feature a morning trip to St Mary Magdalene Church, the greeting of well-wishers, and a family lunch with turkey and all the trimmings.

Earlier this week, Prince William hinted at just how big the festivities are shaping up to be telling guests at a party he will be celebrating the big day with around 45 relatives. Last month, the King travelled to Sandringham, where the royals traditionally celebrate the big day, to see how his Norfolk home is being prepared for the big day.

A royal insider said at the time: “The King is embracing the Christmas period already and really getting into the spirit. Staff who have seen him this week remarked how happy and healthy he was looking.”

In an interview, Camilla’s son Tom Parker Bowles confirmed his mum had requested that he and his family also join in with the royal gathering this year. This would mean invitations for Tom and his children Lola and Freddie as well as for Camilla’s daughter Laura, her husband Harry and their three kids Eliza, Gus and Louis.

However, two royals who are not expected at the big bash are the King’s estranged son Prince Harry, wife Meghan Markle and their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. It was revealed earlier this month that they will not be returning to the UK for Christmas as they have not received an invite for this year’s get-together at Sandringham, according to a source close to the couple.

Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury have sparked reunion hopes after spending an afternoon with their toddler daughter.

Love Island fans watched the 25-year-old couple fall for each other on the ITV show back in 2019 – and then followed their romance through social media updates that included the happy news of the arrival of their daughter Bambi in January last year followed by an engagement. Fans were then stunned in August this year when the couple announced they were ending their relationship after five years.

Now there is speculation that the couple could be reconciling after they were spotted together for the first time since the shock news of their break-up. The pair were causally dressed as they took Bambi to a soft play centre in Cheshire on Saturday.

Molly-Mae sported a pair of loose grey jogging bottoms and wrapped up in a puffy coat as she took to the streets in chilly weather conditions. While Tommy wore a simple black tracksuit and a puffy coat of his own.

The doting dad carried Bambi in one hand and a cup of coffee in the other – while the pair walked separately, but looked in good spirits.

Photographs obtained by the MailOnline showed the couple together with their daughter in the weak winter sunshine. They report that they spent time at the soft play centre before leaving and driving off in separate Mercedes cars.

Later that day, Molly-Mae took to social media to share an adorable photograph of herself spending quality time with her daughter. She uploaded a snap of them together with their blonde hair tied up in buns and wearing opposite colours – with the Love Island star wearing a dark top while Bambi sported a white outfit. Sharing the image on her Instagram Stories, Molly-Mae wrote: “Two chilled, lazy, messy bun haired girls.”

Earlier, she had amused fans by sharing a note from Bambi’s nursery teacher which seemingly quoted something the young girl had said while in nursery. With a string of laughing emojis, Molly-Mae typed: “Thank you for brushing my hair and always making sure I have my lip balm on. She’s definitely my daughter.”

Molly-Mae devastated fans in August when she announced: “Never in a million years did I think I’d ever have to write this. After five years of being together I never imagined our story would end, especially not this way. I am extremely upset to announce that mine and Tommy’s relationship has come to an end.

“I will forever be grateful for the most important thing to me now and always, my beautiful daughter. Without us there would be no her, she will always be my priority.”

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If you’re stuck for last-minute Christmas gift ideas, watch brand Citizen has a collection of timepieces that’ll blow your loved ones away this December. Perfect for every outfit and style, Citizen’s recent gift guide has thrown up a selection of top-notch watches – including a design that marries fashion and functionality.

The Citizen Silhouette is a beautiful watch that comes with a 26mm stainless steel case, an easily adjustable bracelet to ensure the perfect fit, and a design that will undoubtedly light up faces on Christmas morning.

On top of its aesthetic appeal, whose main event is the mother-of-pearl dial that is complimented by silver hands and markers, the watch is also water-resistant. Plus it doesn’t require any batteries to power it. The elegant watch utilises Citizen’s revolutionary Eco-Drive technology which draws power from any available light, thus eliminating the need for battery replacements.

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And if shopper reviews are anything to go by, this piece is a must-buy with many praising its ‘elegant’ look. While there aren’t as many specific reviews for this watch on Citizen’s website, satisfied customers have left stellar feedback on John Lewis, celebrating its sophisticated look and intelligent make up, reports the Manchester Evening News.

One five-star review commended the watch and said: “This is an elegant timepiece and does not require batteries,” adding that after 15 years it still runs perfectly with sufficient light.

Another happy buyer loved its grace and functionality, stating: “Powered by light so no need for replacement batteries. Looks very elegant on the wrist.”

Over on TrustPilot, another glistening review boasted: “[Citizen’s] Eco Drive watches are great. Accurate to 60 seconds a year and never need a battery replacement. I’ve bought about 5 over the years (1 x for me, the others as presents) and they’ve all been perfectly reliable.”

However, not all feedback was quite as complimentary. One less positive reviewer shared: “Watches look great, however they feel too weak and are likely to break easily, ultimately meaning that they are not worth the money.”

For those still hunting for the ultimate gift, Citizen offers much more variety, ensuring there’s always something just right for your special someone if the Silhouette isn’t the perfect fit.

The stylish Citizen Ladies Diamond for £329, for example, is crafted in a chic gold-tone stainless steel case measuring 33mm, and comes adorned with eight genuine diamonds set against a mother of pearl dial. It is also equipped with the same robust water resistance and Eco-Drive technology found in the Silhouette.

But Citizen isn’t only serving up stylish options for women, with plenty of pieces for men, like the Citizen Red Arrows Limited Edition Automatic GMT priced at £895; a great buy for aviation buffs.

Paying tribute to the RAF Red Arrows in its design, this piece combines utility and style wonderfully and is appropriate for any setting. It features an aviation-inspired slide-rule scale bordering the dial, complemented by hands detailed with red, allowing the wearer to view dual time zones simultaneously.

Another great option for the man is your life is the Citizen Tsuyosa Automatic priced at £299. This watch boasts an ultra-modern, sports-oriented design that’s bound to turn heads whether you’re on the race track or commuting on the tube.

It doesn’t come with Eco-Drive technology, but is powered by the wearer’s movement – just remember to wear it often to keep it charged. If you’re considering gifting a new watch this Christmas, orders typically take three to five working days.

According to Citizen’s website, ‘orders placed after 1pm on Monday 23rd December (Mainland UK) and Friday 20th December (Highlands and Islands) will not guarantee delivery before Christmas Day.’

Watches are a great gift item this festive season – especially with some being on sale. For example, Debenhams has slashed the price of the Naples Silver Dial 12404 Two Tone Swiss Quartz Watch to £213.35. Alternatively, if you’re in search of a watch that blends tech with style, Selfridges is currently offering the classic-looking Huawei Watch GT4 41mm Smart Watch at a reduced price of £209.99.

Ruth Langsford has revealed that her beloved mother, Joan, has been rushed to hospital after suffering a fall.

The Loose Women star, 64, is now facing a different Christmas ahead as her mother has fractured her pelvis following a nasty fall. Joan has been rushed to hospital for treatment – with Ruth expressing her thanks that no surgery was required.

Sharing details of her family emergency via social media, Ruth uploaded a video clip of her mum happily chopping some vegetables in the kitchen. She wrote alongside the clip; “No dancing in my kitchen peeling the veg for my darling Mum this Christmas….

“She’s had a fall and fractured her pelvis! She’s ok…ish, no surgery required thank goodness but she needs rest and time to heal now. She’s in hospital at the moment but I’m hoping to get her home soon.”

“This time last year she fell and broke her hip but recovered well…she’s a very strong woman so I’m sure she’ll recover from this too. Put’s life and what’s important into perspective eh? Happy Christmas!”

Fans, followers and celebrity friends were quick to rally around Ruth to share support. Lizzie Cundy was among the first to express her support, writing: “Sending you so much love . Hoping Mum will be back dancing very soon .Sending huge hugs my darling.”

While a fan typed: “Oh Ruth so sorry to hear this and really hope you get her back and dancing along to Anton in your kitchen again soon. Much love.” And another wrote: “Bless her heart xxx I’m sure you’ll be looking after her well. Wishing her a speedy recovery X Sending you a big cuddle too.”

Ruth’s unfortunate news comes amid reports that her estranged husband, Eamonn Holmes, may have become engaged to his much younger girlfriend. The 65-year-old GB News host quickly moved on from Ruth after their 14-year marriage collapsed earlier this year to begin dating relationship therapist Katie Alexander, 43.

Eamonn and Katie sparked speculation they could be preparing to swap vows after she was spotted with a huge ring on her finger in Paris. A source told The Sun: “Eamonn has been talking openly about his plans to marry Katie and has made it clear he wants to spend the rest of his life with her. They’re already living together and he knows it feels right. They have a very strong connection and get on very well. She has given him a real lust for life and she looks after him.”

Eamonn and Katie began dating soon after he and Ruth announced their marriage was over in May this year – and the veteran TV host is said to be very happy with his new dating life. A source told the Daily Mail: “Katie certainly seems to be able to put a smile back on Eamonn’s face. They seem genuinely besotted with each other.”

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If you haven’t already secured your or a loved one’s advent calendar, it’s not too late to get your hands on one that’s more budget-friendly than ever, as it’s on sale. Say goodbye to traditional chocolate calendars, as this gem is hailed as a “Brilliant alternative to a traditional advent calendar!”

The Disney Advent is perfect for gifting or for yourself as you count down Christmas. It comes jam-packed with twenty-four books with iconic tales, activities, and more.

Thanks to this Amazon deal, you can get the Twisted Tales advent calendar from Disney for £27.99, down from its original, hefty price tag of £40. Though it’s worth noting, this offer won’t last forever, so you may want to hurry.

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Also available from Very for the same price, this Twisted Tales Advent includes 10 brand-new short stories, 10 adult colouring books, 2 journals, 1 quote book and 1 art book. The 10 novellas included would normally retail for around £8 each, making this bundle a steal as you bag 10 and much more for a fraction of their value.

The collection is the perfect advent calendar for fans of the Twisted Tales series or for anyone intrigued by unlocking more stories set in the familiar worlds of Disney. Renowned authors have composed new stories to immerse you back into your favourite tales with a fun, new spin.

Shoppers have been quick to praise this bundle, which boasts rave reviews. One thrilled customer beams: “I couldn’t resist buying this for my daughter, who is a huge fan of the twisted tales and already has all but one of the collection. She can’t wait to get her hands on the novellas! Everything is very cleverly packaged into a cube.”

More love comes from this buyer shares: “My Misses is loving this. She looks forward to seeing what box she gets next. She loves the twisted tales series and this advent calendar made her year. She is loving the colouring books, journal and short stories. She was so over whelmed, she cried when I gave it to her.”

A further 5-star reviewer gushes: “My 11 year old Granddaughter is an avid reader & this was the perfect advent calendar for her. The best thing is she loves it 10/10.”

And a fourth adds: “Best advent calendar for readers! Think this is a really neat idea and wish it existed sooner!”

Amazon also offers this Disney Storytime Collection advent calendar for £25 if you’re shopping for alternatives. Meanwhile, you can grab this Disney Princess Story Book advent calendar from Argos for £8. Or, if you’re eager to bag a kid-friendly alternative that isn’t Disney, Amazon has this Peppa Pig Advent Book Collection for £15.29.