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Adam Peaty rubs salt in wound with fresh blow for mum days before lavish wedding

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The Mirror examines what Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay have been up to and the final heartbreaking snub Caroline Peaty has endured as the countdown to their Christmas wedding nears its conclusion.

Unfortunately, the Peaty clan’s wedding, which will be attended by the majority of the guests, will not be there on the big day, is just days away.

At a reportedly grand ceremony at Bath Abbey on December 27th, Olympian Adam, 30, and 25-year-old Holly, the daughter of legendary chef Gordon Ramsay, are set to say “I do.” The young couple has been having fun while preparing for their wedding, even taking a trip to Holly’s well-known family for Christmas.

Sadly, the Peatys have remained firmly out in the cold, with mum Caroline Peaty’s 60th birthday apparantly going uncelebrated by the pair. Here the Mirror takes a look at what Adam and Holly have been up to inbetween last minute wedding prep.

READ MORE: Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay ‘ban public’ from historic Bath Abbey on wedding day

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In preparation for the big day, Adam and Holly took a festive trip to Finland, taking advantage of their busy schedules to take romantic sleigh rides and take trips to see the Northern Lights’ breathtaking beauty.

The married couple’s parents, Gordon and Tana, and Adam’s five-year-old son George, who he shares with his ex-partner Eiri Munro. Holly posted photos of the aurora borealis and another photo taken inside an airplane to Instagram on Friday night (December 19) and posted it to her Instagram account as “Home.”

Other funfilled holiday snaps showed Adam waist deep in piles of heavy snow, and little George hopping aboard a miniature snowmobile.

Despite receiving tributes from all over the internet, Adam made sure to update followers on Thursday (December 18). However, he made no mention of the milestone birthday of mother Caroline on December 18. Caroline confirmed she was 60 and shared warm wishes from various family members on Instagram as her son rollicked in the snow.

Happy 60th birthday to one of the most powerful women I’ve ever met, from which I am grateful for everything you have done for the boys! I appreciate you for guiding me through both the good and the bad times. You’ve been there for me for 18 years.

Meanwhile, Caroline’s aunt Janet and uncle Eddie shared a sweet nostalgic collage pic of photos taken right from her birth, captioned: “It only seems like yesterday since you were born Caroline, a lovely Christmas present making me an aunty for the first time. Many happy returns of the day, happy 60th birthday to you.”

Dinner with friends that was lavish

Eve Winnington, the wife of Australian swimmer Elijah Winnington, Eve Winnington, and another close friend joined them for a slap-up meal at dad Gordon’s Lucky Cat restaurant on Monday night.

The chic Mayfair eatery’s menu, which includes prawns and sushi with caviar on the side, has a lavish menu and costs up to £180 per person.

On the night, Holly made an apparent choice between the £135 seafood platter and photos of a mouthwatering selection of sushi, salted edamame, and sweet and sour prawns. The bride-to-be took a bathroom selfie with her pal Eve to start the evening off right. It appears everyone had a good time.

This comes as Adam and Holly were spotted leaving the swish Robun Japanese sushi restaurant and cocktail bar with Gordon, Tana, and Holly’s sister Tilly, 24. Young George was also in attendence and could be seen holding hands with his stepmother-to-be.

Adam and Holly appeared to be “inseparable” to other diners, but the pair denied being related. They were giggling and fooling around, according to a journalist for The Daily Mail. They didn’t show any of the family’s problems, no matter how minor they might be.

Locals’ fury

While there has been plenty of joy in the weeks leading up to the wedding, Adam and Holly have also had to put up with disgruntled Bath residents, who reportedly oppose the couple’s apparent decision to block book the Abbey for their 90-minute ceremony in order to prevent the venue from hosting any more ceremonies.

Although hiring an abbey for a wedding typically costs around £2,500, The Sun claims Adam and Holly have spent several thousand more for exclusive use. When your wedding service only lasts an hour and a half, one resident complained to the publication, “It seems rather selfish to hire the abbey for the entire day.”

Caroline’s heartache

At the festive wedding, Caroline’s heartbroken mother will no longer be available, with Bethany Peaty expected to be the only Peaty family member present.

No matter what happens in the future, please know that I love you, your dad loves you, and you can talk to me whenever you want to. Caroline said in a recent interview with the Daily Mail.

She continued, “I wouldn’t forgive anything you’ve done.” I’m so in love with you. I sincerely hope your marriage turns out well, and I sincerely hope that Holly and you have a successful union. I want everything to end, so I’m speaking out.

Caroline’s alleged snub caused the brewing family tensions to become clear at Holly’s hen party, which included her mother Tana, Victoria Beckham, close family friends, and her siblings.

The mother, who has dedicated her life to helping Adam win in swimming, claims to be at home with her grandson George. Caroline claims that her and Adam got into a fight when her extended family was disqualified from attending the engagement party.

Caroline claims she sent Holly a text in an effort to get her voice heard, which irritates Adam. She added that she believed her son was “in Gordon’s clutches,” which would only make things worse.

Caroline stated on Instagram yesterday that her last year had been one of the hardest of her life, and that she would make a fresh start in 2026. She stated, “I met the strongest person at the same time as the most broken person.” Prepare for 2026 because I’m returning stronger than ever.

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Russia claims to have seized more than 5,100 square km of Ukraine in 2025

In an apparent attempt to exert some military might at home in 2025 and sway US-US peace negotiations, Russia is doubling down on its claims to Ukraine.

In a press conference held on Friday for the year-end, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that Moscow’s forces had taken control of Siversk in Donetsk’s eastern region and Vovchansk in the northern Kharkiv region.

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Additionally, Putin asserted that Russian forces were in charge of Hulyaipole in southern Zaporizhia, Donetsk, and Kostiantynivka, both of which are front-line towns.

Ukraine’s observers pleaded for a different opinion. According to the Washington-based Institute for the Study of War (ISW), satellite and open-source visual evidence disprove Putin.

In 7.3 percent of Hulyaipole and 2.9 percent of Lyman, the company wrote, “ISW has observed no evidence to support any of these claimed seizures or extensive advances, and has only observed evidence indicating a Russian presence [either through infiltration missions or assaults].”

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The ISW also estimated that only 5% of Kostiantynivka was held by Russian advances.

According to the ISW, “even Russian military reporters’ claimed advances do not support many of Putin’s claims,” with milbloggers claiming that “Russian forces have seized a maximum” of about 7% of Lyman and 1% of Kostiantynivka.

Additionally, the Kremlin asserts that it has all of Kupiansk’s in Kharkiv and Pokrovsk’s in Donetsk. No more than 7.2 percent of Kharkiv’s population, according to the ISW, and the commander-in-chief of Ukraine has claimed that Ukrainian forces have pushed Russia out of Pokrovsk’s 16 square kilometers (6. 61 square miles).

Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov claimed a week earlier that Russia had seized 6, 300 sq km (2, 432sq miles) of Ukraine in a report that was released on December 18 to foreign military officials.

Instead of the 300 settlements that Russian officials have claimed, the ISW estimated that Russia has seized no more than 4, 984 square kilometers (1, 900 square miles) of land.

Putin did, however, make one accurate claim about Siversk, which is in eastern Russia.

Zelenskyy applauds “cooperation” with the US despite disagreements.

The false Russian claims came during US and Ukrainian negotiators’ intensive negotiations on a peace plan, which ended on Monday following three days of discussions in Florida.

In a Tuesday evening address to his people, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, “We sense that America wants to reach a final agreement, and from our side, there is full cooperation.”

However, the US and Ukraine had no agreement on the most delicate territory issue, despite the 20-point plan he made public on Wednesday morning.

Along with Crimea, Russia has demanded that Ukraine formally cede the regions of Donetsk, Luhansk, Zaporizhia, and Kherson.

Ukraine rejects. Following a full ceasefire, Europe has suggested allowing for territorial discussion.

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Zelenskyy demanded a summit with US President Donald Trump to agree on a joint position on territorial adjustments.

Importantly, the US consented to security guarantees of the kind offered by NATO to Ukraine, which could trigger a military conflict if Russia attacked it again.

Separately, the European Union has stated that it will soon declare Ukraine a full member, which would also grant it access to bloc members’ collective defense, the majority of whom are NATO members.

The plan, which Moscow had demanded and the US had included in its original proposal, also allows Ukraine to maintain its military at full strength and doesn’t require it to recognize occupied territory as de facto Russian.

The 20-point document was hacked out by Washington and Kyiv, according to the Kremlin.

Russian President Dmitry Peskov, a spokesman for the Kremlin, stated to reporters on Wednesday that it would “formulate” its position and “continue our contacts in the very near future through the existing channels that are currently working.

Long-range bombings

Russia and Ukraine engaged in long-range missile and drone strikes as the conflict raged on the ground.

Russia fired 1, 227 drones and 41 missiles at Ukraine during the week of December 18 to December 24. At least four civilians were killed in strikes on Saturday and Tuesday, including a young child, despite Ukraine’s ability to intercept 80% of the drones and 83 percent of the missiles.

On December 20, the Ukrainian State Security Service (SBU) reported that it struck two Russian Su-27 fighter jets at a Belbek airbase close to Sevastopol in Crimea. Ukraine had hit a MiG-31 interceptor aircraft two days prior because of weak air defense systems at the base.

Additionally, Ukraine claimed to have struck one of Lukoil’s drilling platforms and struck a Russian oil rig in the Caspian Sea.

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This year, Ukraine has targeted Russian refineries, power plants, and other energy infrastructure in an effort to stymie Moscow’s export revenues and fuel supply.

Ukraine began using surface drones to attack Russian tankers in November. Ukrainian aerial drones flew over the Qendil in the Mediterranean Sea on Friday, marking the first time Ukraine has launched tankers so far away from its shores.

The head of the Russian General Staff’s operational training department, Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov, was shot dead on Monday by Ukrainian military intelligence using a car bomb.

European assistance

Trump made the announcement shortly after taking office that he would no longer provide military support to Ukraine and instead agreed to sell weapons to Kyiv, which are now being funded by the European Union, Canada, Australia, and Japan.

A 90-billion-euro ($106bn) loan to Ukraine was approved by the European Council of government leaders on Friday, marking a significant milestone in the process.

Over the next two years, Ukraine will receive at least 45 billion dollars ($53 billion). After the decision, Zelenskyy informed Ukrainians that only Russian funds can be used to repay these funds. After Italy, Bulgaria, Malta, and Belgium blocked a plan to use the money as collateral for a reparations loan to Ukraine, Europe pointedly denied any connection between the 210 billion euros in Russian state assets that were immobilized in European banks and the loan.

After everything Putin has been destroyed, and all the difficult choices Europe had to make as a result of his war, no one will ever be able to explain to European leaders why Europe should give him $200 billion.

The US-Ukrainian 20-point plan promises to raise $800 billion to fund Ukraine’s reconstruction.

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‘Superb’ Disney remake with ‘remarkable’ cast on E4 tonight

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Halle Bailey and Halle Bailey star in Disney’s live-action film The Little Mermaid tonight at 6 p.m. on E4. Fans praised Bailey’s “enchanting” performance as Ariel and declared it a “must-see” and “must-see” status, and the 2023 remake received a 93% audience approval rating.

One audience member’s opinion of this Disney fantasy musical, which is perhaps the most appropriate description of the movie itself, reads, “I wish I hadn’t waited so long to see it, brought me tears at the end.

This live-action adaptation of a cherished classic captivated audiences when it debuted on the big screen in 2023, and now, the movie is poised to bewitch viewers once more as it graces television screens tonight on Christmas at 6.30pm on E4. The Little Mermaid serves as Disney’s official live-action adaptation of the studio’s 1989 animated masterpiece of the same title, with the original picture loosely drawing from Hans Christian Andersen’s celebrated 1837 fairy tale. Directed by Rob Marshall from a screenplay crafted by David Magee, the movie features Halle Bailey in the lead role as Ariel, alongside Jonah Hauer-King portraying Prince Eric.

The supporting ensemble includes Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Art Malik, and Javier Bardem. The production’s initial budget was estimated at approximately $240 million, though subsequent reports suggested costs reached around $355 million, positioning it as Disney’s twenty-third most costly venture to date, reports the Express. The Little Mermaid proved a tremendous box office triumph, earning over $569 million globally and securing its place as 2023’s tenth-highest-earning picture.

The film’s official synopsis reads: “The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy.”

The Little Mermaid was a hit with moviegoers thanks to its impressive 93% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. One enthralled viewer commented, “I liked it better than the original! ” A star on the horizon is Halle Bailey! perfect casting I was so entertained by Melissa McCarthy’s rendition of Ursula! I absolutely adored the original while maintaining some of the nostalgia while adding some fresh elements, especially those that enhance the chemistry between Ariel and Eric. Definitely Disney’s best live-action film to date”!

The best live-action remake to go along with Cruella, Aladdin, and Cinderella read another glowing review from a viewer, according to another audience member. Halle gave a fantastic performance in The Little Mermaid, which was incredibly musical. As Ursula, Melissa was amazing. Giving Jonah and Halle similar interests was a wise decision that greatly enhanced their romance, and the chemistry between them was palpable. It was a wise choice to use Halle as Ariel, and it should set the bar for upcoming live-action remakes.

Another happy customer praised the movie as “must see.” This version stands out from the competition thanks to excellent casting and excellent character development for Prince Eric. Ariel is perfectly portrayed by Halle Bailey, who perfectly excels in this role. The movie comes highly recommended. However, critic reviews were mixed, with one critic claiming that Bailey’s performance is “amazing as it is enchanting” and that the movie received a 67% approval rating.

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Halle Bailey’s mesmerizing performance received a lot of praise, with one critic claiming that the film’s heartbeat is “Ariel,” demonstrating how a classic can evolve without losing its soul. She creates a space for a new generation to see themselves in Ariel’s story rather than just making a splash. Halle Bailey as Ariel is the most perfect casting for a live-action remake Disney has ever produced, according to another reviewer. It is important to study how she managed to capture Ariel’s childlike inquisitiveness, stubbornness, and yearning.

Tonight at 6:30 p.m. on E4 on December 25th, The Little Mermaid will be broadcast on television.

‘Superb’ Disney remake with ‘remarkable’ cast on E4 tonight

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Halle Bailey and Halle Bailey star in Disney’s live-action film The Little Mermaid tonight at 6 p.m. on E4. Fans praised Bailey’s “enchanting” performance as Ariel and declared it a “must-see” and “must-see” status, and the 2023 remake received a 93% audience approval rating.

One audience member’s opinion of this Disney fantasy musical, which is perhaps the most appropriate description of the movie itself, reads, “I wish I hadn’t waited so long to see it, brought me tears at the end.

This live-action adaptation of a cherished classic captivated audiences when it debuted on the big screen in 2023, and now, the movie is poised to bewitch viewers once more as it graces television screens tonight on Christmas at 6.30pm on E4. The Little Mermaid serves as Disney’s official live-action adaptation of the studio’s 1989 animated masterpiece of the same title, with the original picture loosely drawing from Hans Christian Andersen’s celebrated 1837 fairy tale. Directed by Rob Marshall from a screenplay crafted by David Magee, the movie features Halle Bailey in the lead role as Ariel, alongside Jonah Hauer-King portraying Prince Eric.

The supporting ensemble includes Melissa McCarthy, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Art Malik, and Javier Bardem. The production’s initial budget was estimated at approximately $240 million, though subsequent reports suggested costs reached around $355 million, positioning it as Disney’s twenty-third most costly venture to date, reports the Express. The Little Mermaid proved a tremendous box office triumph, earning over $569 million globally and securing its place as 2023’s tenth-highest-earning picture.

The film’s official synopsis reads: “The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land, but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy.”

The Little Mermaid was a hit with moviegoers thanks to its impressive 93% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes. One enthralled viewer commented, “I liked it better than the original! ” A star on the horizon is Halle Bailey! perfect casting I was so entertained by Melissa McCarthy’s rendition of Ursula! I absolutely adored the original while maintaining some of the nostalgia while adding some fresh elements, especially those that enhance the chemistry between Ariel and Eric. Definitely Disney’s best live-action film to date”!

The best live-action remake to go along with Cruella, Aladdin, and Cinderella read another glowing review from a viewer, according to another audience member. Halle gave a fantastic performance in The Little Mermaid, which was incredibly musical. As Ursula, Melissa was amazing. Giving Jonah and Halle similar interests was a wise decision that greatly enhanced their romance, and the chemistry between them was palpable. It was a wise choice to use Halle as Ariel, and it should set the bar for upcoming live-action remakes.

Another happy customer praised the movie as “must see.” This version stands out from the competition thanks to excellent casting and excellent character development for Prince Eric. Ariel is perfectly portrayed by Halle Bailey, who perfectly excels in this role. The movie comes highly recommended. However, critic reviews were mixed, with one critic claiming that Bailey’s performance is “amazing as it is enchanting” and that the movie received a 67% approval rating.

Continue reading the article.

Halle Bailey’s mesmerizing performance received a lot of praise, with one critic claiming that the film’s heartbeat is “Ariel,” demonstrating how a classic can evolve without losing its soul. She creates a space for a new generation to see themselves in Ariel’s story rather than just making a splash. Halle Bailey as Ariel is the most perfect casting for a live-action remake Disney has ever produced, according to another reviewer. It is important to study how she managed to capture Ariel’s childlike inquisitiveness, stubbornness, and yearning.

Tonight at 6:30 p.m. on E4 on December 25th, The Little Mermaid will be broadcast on television.

Totally different life of pop superstar recluse Sade after she ditched fame

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When she was four, Sade, also known as Helen Folasade Adu, was born in Nigeria and later immigrated to the UK. She later rose to fame and became a global household name.

Soul icon Sade Adu has traded her worldwide celebrity for a quiet life in the West Country, from the heights of “Smooth Operator” to a peaceful existence in Somerset.

She moved to Colchester when she was just four years old to live with her grandparents and was born Helen Folasade Adu in Nigeria. She was later given the name Sade Adu. Her parents lived in Essex at the time. However, her trajectory dramatically changed when she and her band achieved fame with the release of “Your Love is King,” their debut smooth soul song, which peaked at No. 6 in the 1984 charts. Four decades later, their debut album, Diamond Life, sold out in excess of 10 million copies, making it a timeless record.

In addition to receiving four Grammys for her work, Sade also received critical acclaim after their sophomore album was dropped, including Best New Artist. The vocalist made her acting debut with Absolute Beginners, a film set in 1950s London, while still working in this field.

Throughout the following two decades, Sade attained global recognition, with tracks such as “Smooth Operator”, “The Sweetest Taboo” and “No Ordinary Love” playing across radio stations around the world. These songs remain beloved today, amassing over a billion streams on Spotify alone, according to the Daily Record, reports the Mirror.

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The mysterious musician, who has been renowned for her sporadic album releases and extended periods of silence from the spotlight, appears to have settled into a peaceful life by purchasing a farm in the West Country to live on while living alongside her partner Ian Watts and her mother, who are affectionately known as “Granny Annie.”