thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Wright left "upset and disappointed"" with Edu's comments on Willian at Arsenal

Ian Wright says he 's `` very disappointed '' with Arsenal technical director Edu 's attempts at making excuses for Willian 's start to life with the Gunners .
Edu has pleaded for fans to be a little more patient with the former Chelsea man and allow for him to settle at the club , despite promising that he would make an immediate impact when he signed in August .
Willian 's poor displays have been one of the reasons for Arsenal 's woes this season , with the club currently down in 15th in the table , and Wright @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` Can I say something ?
Because there ’ s something I read with Edu , who I was with during the Rapid Vienna game .
We had a chat and he ’ s very energetic , '' said Wright on the Wrighty 's House podcast .
`` But I was very disappointed with something I read with Edu talking about Willian needing time .
I can ’ t have that – and I ’ d say it to him if I saw him – because we don ’ t want to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ve brought Willian in to hit the ground running and when he came in I read what you [ Edu ] said about a player that we need an immediate impact from .
`` We ’ ve signed him for three years which was very dubious for a lot of people .
I went , 'okay , Willian is good enough , a serial winner , and you look at the experience he brings ' .
`` To hear , 'we need to give him more time'… I needed something to squeeze because @ @ @ @ @ @ @ him .
`` Willian needs that chat where someone says , 'my friend , listen , you ’ re here to hit the ground running ' .
`` I ’ m not throwing him under the bus but I ’ m trying to explain that Edu can not come out and say these things when Arsenal are in a position where we ’ ve signed the player for three years and he needs to hit the ground running .
`` It should be a dream move for him but maybe he hasn ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ s come into a dressing room that needs him to be the man .
`` Now Edu ’ s saying he needs time .
`` No , you shouldn ’ t be saying that .
Someone needs to get him in that office and speak to him and say , 'you ’ re meant to be doing it now ' .
`` I ’ m not saying this to pile on , I ’ m saying it because Edu has respect and we need more out of the players .
`` We need @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that is going to make people think , 'time ? '
`` You ’ ve given him three years so he ’ s not the person who should have time .
`` We need a lot more from him .
I need a lot more from Edu and I don ’ t want him saying that kind of stuff .
That upsets me . ''
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MIKEL ARTETA INSISTS HE STILL HAS BACKING OF ARSENAL'S PLAYERS DESPITE SHOCKING FORM
MIKEL ARTETA INSISTS HE STILL HAS BACKING OF ARSENAL'S PLAYERS DESPITE SHOCKING FORM
The Gunners legend hit out at the club's technical director for saying that the Brazilian needed time to settle after moving from Chelsea
Ian Wright says he's "very disappointed" with Arsenal technical director Edu's attempts at making excuses for Willian's start to life with the Gunners.
Edu has pleaded for fans to be a little more patient with the former Chelsea man and allow for him to settle at the club, despite promising that he would make an immediate impact when he signed in August.
Willian's poor displays have been one of the reasons for Arsenal's woes this season, with the club currently down in 15th in the table, and Wright says Edu shouldn't be defending him.
"Can I say something? Because there’s something I read with Edu, who I was with during the Rapid Vienna game. We had a chat and he’s very energetic," said Wright on the Wrighty's House podcast.
"But I was very disappointed with something I read with Edu talking about Willian needing time. I can’t have that – and I’d say it to him if I saw him – because we don’t want to be peddling that.
Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images) Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
"We’ve brought Willian in to hit the ground running and when he came in I read what you [Edu] said about a player that we need an immediate impact from.
"We’ve signed him for three years which was very dubious for a lot of people. I went, 'okay, Willian is good enough, a serial winner, and you look at the experience he brings'.
"To hear, 'we need to give him more time'… I needed something to squeeze because that’s not why he bought him.
"Willian needs that chat where someone says, 'my friend, listen, you’re here to hit the ground running'.
"I’m not throwing him under the bus but I’m trying to explain that Edu cannot come out and say these things when Arsenal are in a position where we’ve signed the player for three years and he needs to hit the ground running.
"It should be a dream move for him but maybe he hasn’t been energised. But he’s come into a dressing room that needs him to be the man.
"Now Edu’s saying he needs time.
"No, you shouldn’t be saying that. Someone needs to get him in that office and speak to him and say, 'you’re meant to be doing it now'.
Image: PA) PA)
"I’m not saying this to pile on, I’m saying it because Edu has respect and we need more out of the players.
"We need more because you coming out and saying that is going to make people think, 'time?'
"You’ve given him three years so he’s not the person who should have time.
"We need a lot more from him. I need a lot more from Edu and I don’t want him saying that kind of stuff. That upsets me."
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thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Christmas bubble shambles as Scotland and Wales ask people to obey tougher rules

Christmas bubbles were plunged into chaos today after Wales and Scotland told citizens to obey tougher guidelines - despite there being no changes to the law .
Boris Johnson today claimed the four UK nations had “ unanimous agreement ” that three households will still be allowed to gather from December 23-27 .
But minutes later the leaders of both Scotland and Wales unveiled their own subtly different versions of guidance .
While the law will technically remain the same in all four nations of the UK , there is now the risk of conflicting guidance and mixed messaging across @ @ @ @ @ @ @ due to give a press conference imminently this afternoon , and the four UK leaders were expected to issue a joint statement and full new guidance to be published later tonight .
But it was not clear if that statement would give united guidance or whether it would still vary from nation to nation .
Wales ’ First Minister asked citizens to limit gatherings to two households - not three .
And Scotland ’ s First Minister advised families to meet only for one day , not five , if they can .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ your day within those five days ” , not stay overnight if possible , and meet outdoors not indoors wherever possible .
She added she was “ still discussing on a four-nation basis ” about what to say exactly .
It ’ s thought people across the UK may be advised to stay local and avoid elderly relatives if possible .
Meanwhile Wales will go into full lockdown from December 28 - the day after the five-day Christmas truce from December 23-27 .
Some measures will come into force on Christmas Eve with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ services and all leisure and fitness centres forced to close from the end of the day .
It comes minutes after Boris Johnson claimed the four UK nations were in agreement that the law on Christmas would not change , and people would instead be asked to show personal responsibility .
Mr Johnson told PMQs : “ As of today and just this morning there is actually unanimous agreement across all the UK government , across all the devolved administrations , including members of all parties that we should proceed in principle with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ don ’ t want to criminalise people ’ s long made plans .
`` But we do think it ’ s absolutely vital that people should , at this very very tricky time , exercise a high degree of personal responsibility , especially when they come into contact with elderly people and avoid contact with elderly people wherever possible . ''
Wales ' First Minister Mark Drakeford insisted there was no `` bickering '' and there would be a `` joint statement '' later today strengthening advice across the UK .
“ We @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the despatch box that things are going to be the same and the other nations have agreed , and then the other nations come up with tougher restrictions.
” Mr Drakeford said : `` Here in Wales , the position is that only two households should come together to form an exclusive Christmas bubble during the five-day period .
`` The fewer people we mix with in our homes , the less chance we have of catching or spreading the virus . ''
Nicola Sturgeon , speaking at her regular coronavirus briefing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the safest way to spend Christmas this year for you and for those you love is to stay within your own household and your own home .
`` My strong recommendation is this is what you should do if at all possible . ''
She said any mixing with other households should take place outside , if possible , but that if it was `` essential '' to meet indoors people should limit the time of that meeting and the numbers involved as much as possible .
She recommended that those people forming @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with people on one day , if possible , and not stay overnight `` unless it is unavoidable '' .
She also stressed the need to limit numbers , saying : `` In short , if you have to form a bubble keep it as small as possible . ''
Nicola Sturgeon said governments across the UK did `` not intend to take away the flexibility '' over Christmas .
The First Minister added : `` That , in my view , would n't be fair at this stage and would n't be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , rather than strengthening , compliance with the overall Covid guidance . ''
She said the Scottish Government would strengthen its guidance to people on `` whether and how they make use of the flexibility '' .
Ms Sturgeon added she hoped there could be a four nations agreement on a `` clear and united '' message to to the public on this .
Boris Johnson said the move would go ahead `` in principle '' as the government did not want to `` criminalise '' people 's long held festive plans .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ contact with elderly people wherever possible '' .
It was left entirely unclear what age counts as `` elderly '' .

Boris Johnson "should exercise extreme caution in the way we celebrate Christmas"
Boris Johnson "should exercise extreme caution in the way we celebrate Christmas"
Boris Johnson claimed there was 'unanimous agreement' across the UK to keep Christmas bubbles - but while the laws will remain the same, it looks like guidance may be different in different bits of the country
Christmas bubbles were plunged into chaos today after Wales and Scotland told citizens to obey tougher guidelines - despite there being no changes to the law.
Boris Johnson today claimed the four UK nations had “unanimous agreement” that three households will still be allowed to gather from December 23-27.
But minutes later the leaders of both Scotland and Wales unveiled their own subtly different versions of guidance.
While No10 said the law will technically remain the same in all four nations of the UK, there is now the risk of conflicting guidance and mixed messaging across the country.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Wales’ First Minister asked citizens to limit gatherings to two households - not three - unless one of those households is a person living alone.
Even more confusingly, this will be spelt out in legislation - in other words there won't quite be the same law in the whole of the UK.
And Scotland’s First Minister advised families to meet only for one day, not five, if they can.
Nicola Sturgeon urged Scots to “choose your day within those five days”, not stay overnight if possible, and meet outdoors not indoors wherever possible.
She added she was “still discussing on a four-nation basis” about what to say exactly. It’s thought people across the UK may be advised to stay local and avoid elderly relatives if possible.
Meanwhile Wales will go into full lockdown from December 28 - the day after the five-day Christmas truce from December 23-27.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Some measures will come into force on Christmas Eve with all non-essential retail, including close contact services and all leisure and fitness centres forced to close from the end of the day.
It comes minutes after Boris Johnson claimed the four UK nations were in agreement that the law on Christmas would not change, and people would instead be asked to show personal responsibility.
Mr Johnson told PMQs : “As of today and just this morning there is actually unanimous agreement across all the UK government, across all the devolved administrations, including members of all parties that we should proceed in principle with the existing regulations.
"Because we don’t want to criminalise people’s long made plans.
"But we do think it’s absolutely vital that people should, at this very very tricky time, exercise a high degree of personal responsibility, especially when they come into contact with elderly people and avoid contact with elderly people wherever possible."
Wales' First Minister Mark Drakeford insisted there was no "bickering" and there would be a "joint statement" later today strengthening advice across the UK.
But Shadow Health Minister Justin Madders told Sky News: “It’s a shambles.
“We can’t have the PM saying at the despatch box that things are going to be the same and the other nations have agreed, and then the other nations come up with tougher restrictions.”
Mr Drakeford said: "Here in Wales, the position is that only two households should come together to form an exclusive Christmas bubble during the five-day period.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"The fewer people we mix with in our homes, the less chance we have of catching or spreading the virus."
Nicola Sturgeon, speaking at her regular coronavirus briefing, stressed: "Firstly and unequivocally the safest way to spend Christmas this year for you and for those you love is to stay within your own household and your own home.
"My strong recommendation is this is what you should do if at all possible."
She said any mixing with other households should take place outside, if possible, but that if it was "essential" to meet indoors people should limit the time of that meeting and the numbers involved as much as possible.
She recommended that those people forming a Christmas bubble should only meet up with people on one day, if possible, and not stay overnight "unless it is unavoidable".
She also stressed the need to limit numbers, saying: "In short, if you have to form a bubble keep it as small as possible."
Nicola Sturgeon said governments across the UK did "not intend to take away the flexibility" over Christmas.
The First Minister added: "That, in my view, wouldn't be fair at this stage and wouldn't be realistic either, and may risk undermining, rather than strengthening, compliance with the overall Covid guidance."
She said the Scottish Government would strengthen its guidance to people on "whether and how they make use of the flexibility".
Ms Sturgeon added she hoped there could be a four nations agreement on a "clear and united" message to to the public on this.
Boris Johnson said the move would go ahead "in principle" as the government did not want to "criminalise" people's long held festive plans.
But he urged families to "avoid contact with elderly people wherever possible".
It was left entirely unclear what age counts as "elderly".


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Gardening guru explains how to make your real Christmas tree last longer

As 2020 has been so unbelievably rubbish , many people decided to deck the halls a lot earlier than usual this year to spread a little festive cheer .
If you bought a real tree and put it up before December 1 , you might be concerned about caring for it and keeping it look wonderful until Christmas rolls around .
But you do n't need to worry , because Kate Turner , gardening guru at Miracle-Gro has shared her top tips for looking after your Christmas tree , ensuring it remains striking and healthy right up until the big @ @ @ @ @ @ @ what she had to say ...
Her first piece of advice is all to do with making sure you 're giving your tree enough water .
She said : `` Make a fresh cut at the base of the trunk , by removing a circle of wood about 13-25mm ( 0.5-1in ) thick .
This will help the tree absorb water , stay fresh and reduce needle drop .
`` Stand your tree in a water-holding tree stand - this will provide a good size water reservoir as well as good stability for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ can easily drink 500ml ( 1 pint ) a day , so keep the reservoir topped up .
Some people recommended adding vodka and lemon juice to stop bacteria forming , but pine bleach would work , too . ''
Another of her top tips is to keep your tree as cool as you possibly can .
`` Keep your tree as cool as possible - and certainly away from sources of heat , such as radiators and open fires , '' she said .
And when it comes to lights , make @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the bulbs .
`` If you can , use LED lights instead of filament lights , as filament bulbs can heat up create a fire hazard .
Most retailers sell them as standard now , as they are energy efficient , '' Kate explained .
`` Always remember to turn off your lights at night , and when you aren ’ t home , for the same reason . ''
And when it comes time to dispose of your tree , the expert has some words of wisdom on that too .
She @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a cut tree , you ’ ll no doubt want to make sure that it ’ s disposed of in an environmentally-friendly way .
Many local councils offer a free recycling service for Christmas trees , collecting them from pick up points in each neighbourhood .
Check your council ’ s website ahead of schedule to ensure you don ’ t miss the pickup date .
`` Another alternative is to compost the tree yourself .
While pines , firs and spruces can take quite some time to compost , you can speed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ up first and removing its needles - gloves recommended !
Or put the branches through your shredder . ''
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Gardening guru Kate Turner from Miracle-Gro has shared her top tips for taking care of your real Christmas tree in the run-up to December 25
As 2020 has been so unbelievably rubbish, many people decided to deck the halls a lot earlier than usual this year to spread a little festive cheer.
If you bought a real tree and put it up before December 1, you might be concerned about caring for it and keeping it look wonderful until Christmas rolls around.
But you don't need to worry, because Kate Turner, gardening guru at Miracle-Gro has shared her top tips for looking after your Christmas tree, ensuring it remains striking and healthy right up until the big day.
Here's a look at what she had to say...
Her first piece of advice is all to do with making sure you're giving your tree enough water.
She said: "Make a fresh cut at the base of the trunk, by removing a circle of wood about 13-25mm (0.5-1in) thick. This will help the tree absorb water, stay fresh and reduce needle drop.
"Stand your tree in a water-holding tree stand - this will provide a good size water reservoir as well as good stability for your tree.
"A cut tree can easily drink 500ml (1 pint) a day, so keep the reservoir topped up. Some people recommended adding vodka and lemon juice to stop bacteria forming, but pine bleach would work, too."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Another of her top tips is to keep your tree as cool as you possibly can.
"Keep your tree as cool as possible - and certainly away from sources of heat, such as radiators and open fires," she said.
And when it comes to lights, make sure you're being extra careful with the bulbs.
"If you can, use LED lights instead of filament lights, as filament bulbs can heat up create a fire hazard. Most retailers sell them as standard now, as they are energy efficient," Kate explained.
"Always remember to turn off your lights at night, and when you aren’t home, for the same reason."
And when it comes time to dispose of your tree, the expert has some words of wisdom on that too.
She added: "If you opted for a cut tree, you’ll no doubt want to make sure that it’s disposed of in an environmentally-friendly way. Many local councils offer a free recycling service for Christmas trees, collecting them from pick up points in each neighbourhood. Check your council’s website ahead of schedule to ensure you don’t miss the pickup date.
"Another alternative is to compost the tree yourself. While pines, firs and spruces can take quite some time to compost, you can speed up the process by cutting the tree up first and removing its needles - gloves recommended! Or put the branches through your shredder."
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thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Man Utd's January transfer plan as four players targeted in summer window

Manchester United have identified four players they want to add in the summer - but will not be entering the market in January .
The Red Devils endured a frustrating summer window that saw them miss out on several of their top targets .
That led to suggestions they would make up for lost time midseason , but that is not going to be the case .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has led a vigorous overhaul of players since arriving as he aims to follow a recruit policy rather than signing big names .
United are still after a ready-made winger @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a defensive midfielder .
But they will wait until the summer to conduct their business , reports the MEN .
They want to have a squad containing two quality players per position by the start of next season .
United want to identify their shortlist by the New Year , but will hold off conducting any business unless their targets are readily available .
Jadon Sancho has been their most publicised target and he could fill the winger role .
At right-back doubts have continued to surround Aaron Wan-Bissaka 's ability going forward @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Lamptey have been linked .
Senior United sources believe the January window lends itself to `` fool 's gold '' and is `` driven by the desperation of the buyer more than the motivation of the seller '' .
The majority of Solskjaer 's summer additions came late in the day and had an element of panic about them following their poor start to the season .
But even £40m man Donny van de Beek is yet to get the opportunities many feel he warrants .
United 's haphazard season , that has @ @ @ @ @ @ @ has n't helped their cause .
And former player Gary Neville recently claimed it was the club 's responsibility to give Solskjaer the players that will lead them to success .
He said : `` I still have it at the back of my mind with this club that to allow a manager to win the title you have to arm him with the players to do so .
`` He needed another centre-back , he needed another winger . ''

FOOTBALL DIGEST: WAS SOLSKJAER RIGHT TO START POGBA IN DERBY?
FOOTBALL DIGEST: WAS SOLSKJAER RIGHT TO START POGBA IN DERBY?
Man Utd didn't secure the transfer targets they wanted in the summer and have four positions they want filling ahead of the Janaury transfer window that may not see too much business
Manchester United have identified four players they want to add in the summer - but will not be entering the market in January.
The Red Devils endured a frustrating summer window that saw them miss out on several of their top targets.
That led to suggestions they would make up for lost time midseason, but that is not going to be the case.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has led a vigorous overhaul of players since arriving as he aims to follow a recruit policy rather than signing big names.
United are still after a ready-made winger, a centre-back, a right-back and a defensive midfielder.
But they will wait until the summer to conduct their business, reports the MEN.
Image: Jan Woitas/dpa-Zentralbild/dpa) Jan Woitas/dpa-Zentralbild/dpa)
They want to have a squad containing two quality players per position by the start of next season.
United want to identify their shortlist by the New Year, but will hold off conducting any business unless their targets are readily available.
Jadon Sancho has been their most publicised target and he could fill the winger role.
At right-back doubts have continued to surround Aaron Wan-Bissaka's ability going forward and the likes of Brighton's Tariq Lamptey have been linked.
Senior United sources believe the January window lends itself to "fool's gold" and is "driven by the desperation of the buyer more than the motivation of the seller".
The majority of Solskjaer's summer additions came late in the day and had an element of panic about them following their poor start to the season.
Image: NurPhoto/PA Images) NurPhoto/PA Images)
But even £40m man Donny van de Beek is yet to get the opportunities many feel he warrants.
United's haphazard season, that has seen results cover cracks in performances, hasn't helped their cause.
And former player Gary Neville recently claimed it was the club's responsibility to give Solskjaer the players that will lead them to success.
He said: "I still have it at the back of my mind with this club that to allow a manager to win the title you have to arm him with the players to do so.
"He needed another centre-back, he needed another winger."


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Love As Laughter frontman Sam Jayne dies aged 46 after going missing

The singer was last seen on December 6 and last in contact with anyone on December 7 , according to a post by a friend .
Pitchfork reported that police confirmed Jayne was found in his car , with `` no signs of criminality '' .
Jayne ’ s Love and Laughter bandmate confirmed the news after a search campaign over the last week on social media .
Zeke Howard wrote on Instagram : `` The search for Sam Jayne has concluded and our hearts are broken . ''
He continued : `` Our dear Sam is no longer with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ endure .
Please respect the privacy of the family at this time .
`` More information will become shared as it becomes known .
please be patient while we mourn this loss . ''
Before founding Love As Laughter , Jayne was the frontman and co-founder of the band Lync .
Lync released the album These Are Not Fall Colors in 1994 before disbanding the same year .
With Love And Laughter Jayne released a number of albums , the last being Holy in 2008 .
Their last single was released in 2015 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tribute to his friend on Instagram .
He wrote : `` You didn ’ t know it but you were an elusive and formatively inspiring hero to me and you touched so many of the lives of the people we love . ''
He continued on his Instagram Story : `` Sam was a legend among the friends I made at my first real job , at the Cha Cha kitchen .
He ’ d show up at random with so much life in his eyes , flashing that wonderful knowing grin of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would tell on the job about their lives in Seattle at the time always involved Sam in one way or another . ''
*If you 're struggling and need to talk , the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123 .
Alternatively , you can email jo @ samaritans.org or visit their site to find your local branch

Brooklyn Indie rock band singer Sam Jayne was last seen on December 6, according to a post by a friend.
Brooklyn Indie rock band Love As Laughter frontman Sam Jayne has died aged 46.
The singer was last seen on December 6 and last in contact with anyone on December 7, according to a post by a friend.
Pitchfork reported that police confirmed Jayne was found in his car, with "no signs of criminality".
Jayne’s Love and Laughter bandmate confirmed the news after a search campaign over the last week on social media.
Zeke Howard wrote on Instagram: "The search for Sam Jayne has concluded and our hearts are broken."
He continued: "Our dear Sam is no longer with us but his memory and impact will endure. Please respect the privacy of the family at this time.
"More information will become shared as it becomes known. please be patient while we mourn this loss."
Before founding Love As Laughter, Jayne was the frontman and co-founder of the band Lync.
Lync released the album These Are Not Fall Colors in 1994 before disbanding the same year.
With Love And Laughter Jayne released a number of albums, the last being Holy in 2008.
Their last single was released in 2015.
Fleet Foxes' Robin Pecknold paid tribute to his friend on Instagram.
He wrote: "You didn’t know it but you were an elusive and formatively inspiring hero to me and you touched so many of the lives of the people we love."
He continued on his Instagram Story: "Sam was a legend among the friends I made at my first real job, at the Cha Cha kitchen. He’d show up at random with so much life in his eyes, flashing that wonderful knowing grin of his.
"The best stories people would tell on the job about their lives in Seattle at the time always involved Sam in one way or another."
*If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org or visit their site to find your local branch


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Newborn who was one of UK's youngest covid patients to celebrate first Christmas

A newborn baby who was one of the UK 's youngest coronavirus patients will celebrate her first Christmas .
Peyton Maguire was born three days after the lockdown started on March 26 and tested positive with the virus a month later .
The tot , who was born eight weeks premature was the youngest person to contract the virus in Scotland .
Peyton , who weighed just 3lbs 5oz when she was born , had to be transferred from a cot back into an incubator when a Covid test came back positive .
First-time mum , Tracy , 27 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ time while being given a swab test , and said it was one of the hardest things she had ever had to see .
Dad-of-two AJ , 29 , was not allowed to visit his daughter due to the restrictions but the family are looking forward to spending Christmas together in Birkenhead , North Lanarkshire .
Tracy said : `` Itt was kind of unknown for kids to have the virus and whether it would progress and get worse or be alright .
`` She did n't have any symptoms , just a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` It 's the same as the adult test - they stuck a swab right up her nose and to the back of her throat .
`` It 's the first time I 've seen her cry tears .
`` It was so hard and one of the worst things I 've seen . ''
Just five days after testing positive for the virus , Peyton was allowed to go home from Wishaw General Hospital , North Lanarkshire - in time for AJ 's 29th birthday on April 25 - when she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bottle .
But despite returning home , Tracy and AJ were terrified their baby girl would suffer long-term damage as a result of the illness .
Tracy added `` It was the scariest thing in my life - Peyton had tested positive for a deadly virus .
`` I had to get steroid injections to get her lungs up to scratch , she was n't ready to be born .
`` I was worried if her lungs would 've been prepared to deal with the virus .
`` It took five to six @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , but we 're watching her grow now .
`` We had only got to see her for an hour a day .
`` The hospital tried to limit the amount of access at one time to parents .
`` The nurses who came to see her were in full PPE .
`` When I went in I learned how to do things I otherwise would n't have learned , like tube feeding .
`` She was able to feed herself her bottle within five days and we took her home .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` She 's just a bit smaller for her age and she 's had bad colic , but apart from that she 's fine .
`` When I think of her journey and all she 's been through I 'm so lucky as a mum .
The family are now looking forward to spending Christmas Day together with personal trainer AJ 's son James , six , joining them .
Tracy , an IT and administration student , added : `` My husband really suffered - he did n't get to come @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I had support from nurses but he never had that .
`` He could have a conversation on the phone but it 's not the same , and no one could come round to our house either because of Covid .
`` It 's been a rollercoaster , but we 've managed to get ready for Christmas and Peyton 's doing well - it 's been amazing .
`` We 're really looking forward to it and they 've been spoiled .
`` I think it 's just been the year we 've @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the presents - we 're thankful to have them all .
`` There was a bleak time when we could n't see this happening , but we 're finally here . ''

Peyton, who weighed just 3lbs 5oz when she was born, had to be transferred from a cot back into an incubator when a Covid test came back positive weeks after she was born
Newborn who was one of UK's youngest coronavirus patients to celebrate first Christmas
A newborn baby who was one of the UK's youngest coronavirus patients will celebrate her first Christmas.
Peyton Maguire was born three days after the lockdown started on March 26 and tested positive with the virus a month later.
The tot, who was born eight weeks premature was the youngest person to contract the virus in Scotland.
Peyton, who weighed just 3lbs 5oz when she was born, had to be transferred from a cot back into an incubator when a Covid test came back positive.
First-time mum, Tracy, 27, said Peyton cried tears for the first time while being given a swab test, and said it was one of the hardest things she had ever had to see.
Image: Tracy Maguire / SWNS.COM) Tracy Maguire / SWNS.COM)
Dad-of-two AJ, 29, was not allowed to visit his daughter due to the restrictions but the family are looking forward to spending Christmas together in Birkenhead, North Lanarkshire.
Tracy said: "Itt was kind of unknown for kids to have the virus and whether it would progress and get worse or be alright.
"She didn't have any symptoms, just a bit of sniffling and a few coughs.
"It's the same as the adult test - they stuck a swab right up her nose and to the back of her throat.
"It's the first time I've seen her cry tears.
"It was so hard and one of the worst things I've seen."
Just five days after testing positive for the virus, Peyton was allowed to go home from Wishaw General Hospital, North Lanarkshire - in time for AJ's 29th birthday on April 25 - when she began feeding on her own from a bottle.
Image: Tracy Maguire / SWNS.COM) Tracy Maguire / SWNS.COM) Image: Tracy Maguire / SWNS.COM) Tracy Maguire / SWNS.COM)
But despite returning home, Tracy and AJ were terrified their baby girl would suffer long-term damage as a result of the illness.
Tracy added "It was the scariest thing in my life - Peyton had tested positive for a deadly virus.
"I had to get steroid injections to get her lungs up to scratch, she wasn't ready to be born.
"I was worried if her lungs would've been prepared to deal with the virus.
"It took five to six months to get rid of that fear, but we're watching her grow now.
"We had only got to see her for an hour a day.
"The hospital tried to limit the amount of access at one time to parents.
"The nurses who came to see her were in full PPE.
"When I went in I learned how to do things I otherwise wouldn't have learned, like tube feeding.
"She was able to feed herself her bottle within five days and we took her home.
"Now you wouldn't know any different.
Image: Daily Record) Daily Record)
"She's just a bit smaller for her age and she's had bad colic, but apart from that she's fine.
"When I think of her journey and all she's been through I'm so lucky as a mum.
"She's a superstar."
The family are now looking forward to spending Christmas Day together with personal trainer AJ's son James, six, joining them.
Tracy, an IT and administration student, added: "My husband really suffered - he didn't get to come to hospital to see her.
"I had support from nurses but he never had that.
"He could have a conversation on the phone but it's not the same, and no one could come round to our house either because of Covid.
"It's been a rollercoaster, but we've managed to get ready for Christmas and Peyton's doing well - it's been amazing.
"We're really looking forward to it and they've been spoiled.
"I think it's just been the year we've had, but it's not about the presents - we're thankful to have them all.
"There was a bleak time when we couldn't see this happening, but we're finally here."


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Chef says 11p OXO cube is the trick to making tasty macaroni cheese

Macaroni cheese is one of the best comfort meals out there - it 's gooey , it 's cheesy and you just ca n't go wrong .
The opportunities are endless too - you could add different types of cheese to intensify the flavour , or even throw in some chopped bacon and jalapenos to really get your taste buds tingling .
But , if you 're looking for a quick , simple and cheap way to improve the dish using an item you 're likely to have in your cupboard , then we 've got you covered , reports @ @ @ @ @ @ @ chef at Crocker 's Henely uses a stock cube to ramp up the flavour of his cheesy pasta .
He explained : `` OXO cubes are my go-to stock at home !
`` Do n't knock 'em – they are one of the most useful , powerful tools you can have in a kitchen . ''
`` They are fantastic as a topping for macaroni cheese .
`` Blend one beef OXO cube with 100g of Panko breadcrumbs and 50g of crispy onions in a spice grinder until you have a good crumb @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and cheese just as it comes out of the oven – I defy you not to love this . ''
Although Tom uses a beef stock cube , you can always replace this with a vegetable alternative .
Plus , this hack is pretty cheap – you can grab 12 beef OXO cubes for just £1.30 from Tesco - that ’ s just 11p per cube .
Why not give it a go and see for yourself what a difference his tips make .
Using what he calls `` the seven-minute shuffle '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ potatoes - he guarantees you 'll have restaurant-quality roasties like his at home .
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Great British Menu head chef Tom Westerland revealed exactly how you can make macaroni cheese taste even better than it already does with just one ingredient that's probably in your cupboard already
Chef says 11p OXO cube is the trick to making tasty macaroni cheese
Macaroni cheese is one of the best comfort meals out there - it's gooey, it's cheesy and you just can't go wrong.
The opportunities are endless too - you could add different types of cheese to intensify the flavour, or even throw in some chopped bacon and jalapenos to really get your taste buds tingling.
But, if you're looking for a quick, simple and cheap way to improve the dish using an item you're likely to have in your cupboard, then we've got you covered, reports Daily Star.
Tom Westerland, head chef at Crocker's Henely uses a stock cube to ramp up the flavour of his cheesy pasta.
Image: Getty Images/Tetra images RF) Getty Images/Tetra images RF)
He explained: "OXO cubes are my go-to stock at home!
"Don't knock 'em – they are one of the most useful, powerful tools you can have in a kitchen."
"They are fantastic as a topping for macaroni cheese.
Image: Publicity Picture) Publicity Picture)
"Blend one beef OXO cube with 100g of Panko breadcrumbs and 50g of crispy onions in a spice grinder until you have a good crumb.
"Sprinkle this over your mac and cheese just as it comes out of the oven – I defy you not to love this."
Although Tom uses a beef stock cube, you can always replace this with a vegetable alternative.
Plus, this hack is pretty cheap – you can grab 12 beef OXO cubes for just £1.30 from Tesco - that’s just 11p per cube.
Why not give it a go and see for yourself what a difference his tips make.
Previously Tom revealed how he makes perfectly crispy roast potatoes.
Using what he calls "the seven-minute shuffle" - a technique that fluffs up the potatoes - he guarantees you'll have restaurant-quality roasties like his at home.
Do you have a story to share? We want to hear all about it. Email us at yourmirror@mirror.co.uk


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Baby girl died after nurses made 'basic error' and gave her lethal dose of drug

An 11-month-old girl who died in hospital was let down by `` a gross failure to provide basic medical care '' after being injected with five times the required dose of an anti-seizure drug , a coroner has ruled .
Sophie Burgess was given a lethal amount of phenytoin , despite the protestations of a nurse who said it was both unnecessary and against protocol .
A police investigation led to no charges being made , with the inquest finding neglect was a contributory factor , as well as `` outdated national policy '' .
Sophie 's parents , Gareth @ @ @ @ @ @ @ disappointed with the coroner 's conclusion and they hoped `` those responsible will be held accountable '' .
`` We feel that Sophie 's death was more than neglect and , for Sophie 's sake , we will be pursuing a case to that end , '' they added .
Sophie had initially been taken to St Peter 's Hospital in Chertsey following a seizure , for which she was given phenytoin .
The consultant requested a correct dosage of 200mg and said it was `` taken on trust '' the drug was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Surrey Live .
However , it was discovered that 1,000mg of undiluted phenytoin was drawn up into the syringe - more than five times the recommended dose .
The child , described by her parents as `` a happy baby , always smiling '' , vomited , went into cardiac arrest , and died three hours later .
The nurses involved could not recall who prepared the medicine , the inquest heard , nor was the dosage checked by the consultant .
The initial inquest was halted in 2017 to allow for a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ month without criminal proceedings being brought .
Returning a narrative conclusion at Surrey Coroner 's Court on Wednesday , with a reference that neglect was a contributory factor , assistant coroner Dr Karen Henderson said : `` I 'm satisfied it is basic medical care to be able to calculate and confirm the correct amount of phenytoin and that both nurses are jointly responsible for those miscalculations which , sadly , had catastrophic consequences for Sophie .
`` If this error had not been made , Sophie would not have died when she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would not have died when she did if five times the amount of phenytoin had not been administered by the nurses .
`` It was a serious but simple basic error that set Sophie on a path that sadly and devastatingly led to her death .
`` The inexperience of the medical staff , that lay in outdated national policy that did not meet medical standards , contributed to that journey . ''
She added : `` Sophie was in a dependent position , there was a gross failure to provide basic medical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would write a Prevention of Future Deaths report explaining the need for medical staff to check the amount of drugs prepared before being administered , particularly when they have the ability to kill .
She also said Ashford and St Peter 's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust had since conducted an external review and implemented all recommendations .
In a statement issued by law firm Leigh Day , the tragic baby 's parents said : `` Sophie was the delight of our lives , we loved her with all of our hearts and not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ our thoughts .
`` We have always known from the outset that what happened to Sophie was preventable and we have had to fight over the last four years to make sure that the mistakes that were made on the day of her death were made known .
`` We wanted to be given a truthful account of what happened on that day and now hope that those responsible will be held accountable .
`` We have had to face essential information being mislaid , altered or not detailed from the events and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for the truth .
Our beautiful daughter died and we want to ensure that this can never happen again to another family .
Mr and Mrs Burgess also said : `` Sophie was a bright and happy child , always laughing and smiling .
She was a joy to be around and made our family complete .
`` Losing her suddenly , in this way , just before her first birthday , destroyed the life we knew .
`` When Sophie was taken to St Peter 's Hospital , we thought she would @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Instead , we watched her die , due to their multiple failures .
`` The pain of her death will never leave us and we grieve for her every day , '' they added .

A coroner ruled 11-month-old Sophie Burgess died after a "gross failure", but her parents say they are disappointed no-one was "held accountable" and will be further pursuing the case
An 11-month-old girl who died in hospital was let down by "a gross failure to provide basic medical care" after being injected with five times the required dose of an anti-seizure drug, a coroner has ruled.
Sophie Burgess was given a lethal amount of phenytoin, despite the protestations of a nurse who said it was both unnecessary and against protocol.
A police investigation led to no charges being made, with the inquest finding neglect was a contributory factor, as well as "outdated national policy".
Sophie's parents, Gareth and Emma Burgess, said they were disappointed with the coroner's conclusion and they hoped "those responsible will be held accountable".
"We feel that Sophie's death was more than neglect and, for Sophie's sake, we will be pursuing a case to that end," they added.
Image: Surrey Live / Darren Pepe) Surrey Live / Darren Pepe)
Sophie had initially been taken to St Peter's Hospital in Chertsey following a seizure, for which she was given phenytoin.
The consultant requested a correct dosage of 200mg and said it was "taken on trust" the drug was drawn correctly by two nurses, reports Surrey Live.
However, it was discovered that 1,000mg of undiluted phenytoin was drawn up into the syringe - more than five times the recommended dose.
The child, described by her parents as "a happy baby, always smiling", vomited, went into cardiac arrest, and died three hours later.
The nurses involved could not recall who prepared the medicine, the inquest heard, nor was the dosage checked by the consultant.
The initial inquest was halted in 2017 to allow for a police investigation, but was resumed last month without criminal proceedings being brought.
Returning a narrative conclusion at Surrey Coroner's Court on Wednesday, with a reference that neglect was a contributory factor, assistant coroner Dr Karen Henderson said: "I'm satisfied it is basic medical care to be able to calculate and confirm the correct amount of phenytoin and that both nurses are jointly responsible for those miscalculations which, sadly, had catastrophic consequences for Sophie.
Image: Hyde News & Pictures Ltd) Hyde News & Pictures Ltd)
"If this error had not been made, Sophie would not have died when she did.
"I'm satisfied Sophie would not have died when she did if five times the amount of phenytoin had not been administered by the nurses.
"It was a serious but simple basic error that set Sophie on a path that sadly and devastatingly led to her death.
"The inexperience of the medical staff, that lay in outdated national policy that did not meet medical standards, contributed to that journey."
She added: "Sophie was in a dependent position, there was a gross failure to provide basic medical care."
The coroner said she would write a Prevention of Future Deaths report explaining the need for medical staff to check the amount of drugs prepared before being administered, particularly when they have the ability to kill.
She also said Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust had since conducted an external review and implemented all recommendations.
In a statement issued by law firm Leigh Day, the tragic baby's parents said: "Sophie was the delight of our lives, we loved her with all of our hearts and not a day goes by without her in our thoughts.
"We have always known from the outset that what happened to Sophie was preventable and we have had to fight over the last four years to make sure that the mistakes that were made on the day of her death were made known.
"We wanted to be given a truthful account of what happened on that day and now hope that those responsible will be held accountable.
"We have had to face essential information being mislaid, altered or not detailed from the events and critical testimony not given in our search for the truth. Our beautiful daughter died and we want to ensure that this can never happen again to another family.
Mr and Mrs Burgess also said: "Sophie was a bright and happy child, always laughing and smiling. She was a joy to be around and made our family complete.
"Losing her suddenly, in this way, just before her first birthday, destroyed the life we knew.
"When Sophie was taken to St Peter's Hospital, we thought she would be safe and well cared for. Instead, we watched her die, due to their multiple failures.
"The pain of her death will never leave us and we grieve for her every day," they added.


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Loose Women's Andrea McLean breaks down in tears as she hosts her final show

Andrea McLean broke down in tears as she hosted her last ever episode of Loose Women .
She announced just a couple of weeks ago that she 'd be leaving the ITV talk show for good after the coronavirus lockdown changed her perspective on life .
And today , she became overwhelmed as she said goodbye to the programme she 's worked on for the last 13 years .
As she hosted the show today with Coleen Nolan , Janet Street-Porter and Judi Love , Andrea broke down in tears as she was shown her best bits .
From big @ @ @ @ @ @ @ celebrity interviews , Andrea was overcome with emotion as she saw the moments flash before her eyes .
But it was when Brenda Edwards came out to perform My Girl that Andrea really lost it .
She said : `` Can I just say being on Loose Women is like a real life soap opera .
`` I 'm just handing over my bar but I 'll be back for my chardonnay.
`` Coleen introduced Andrea at the start of the show , saying she was the `` longest-serving Loose Woman in the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
And she was presented with a special Loose Women cake and some gifts .
Coming out onto the stage , Andrea said : `` It 's really weird , it 's like coming to your own wedding and funeral at the same time .
`` I have no idea what 's going to happen today . ''
Throughout the show , Andrea was shown montages from her glittering ITV career and treated to messages from fellow stars including Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid , Lorraine Kelly , Ben Shephard , Holly Willoughby @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Denise Welch , Linda Robson , Stacey Solomon , Nadia Sawalha , Ruth Langsford and many of the other Loose Women also appeared on the show to say goodbye to Andrea .
Yesterday , Andrea admitted she would probably tear up as she bid farewell to the show .
She said : `` About leaving on a Wednesday ?
I 'm making jokes because I 'm trying not to think about leaving . ''
The preview for today 's show saw Ruth Langsford narrate a montage of Andrea 's best moments .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ show we say farewell to a Loose legend after 13 years , over 1,400 shows and uncountable memories . ''
Ruth had vowed to give Andrea the `` send off she deserves '' .
Andrea has said she 'll be investing her time into setting up a membership service to help women struggling with issues surrounding mental health and confidence , a cause that 's close to her heart .
The star has been open about the breakdown she suffered last year .
As she spoke about her decision to leave the show @ @ @ @ @ @ @ many people this has been a time to hugely reflect and think back .
So many people have been talking about how they can ’ t wait for life to get back to normal .
`` I , like many people , did that and thought , 'Do I want my life to go back to the normal that it was before ? '
`` Obviously last year I had a nervous breakdown and what I felt is that this year collectively the world has had a breakdown .
`` The experience that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that I have actually been mentally really strong to deal with everything that the pandemic threw at all of us but it made me stop and think , 'What do I actually want ? '
'' She continued : `` You get one life , are you living it the way that you want ?
And are you doing everything that you want to do ?
Are you being brave ?
Are you taking chances ?
And I realised , no . ''
Getting emotional , she added : `` Oh my goodness @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I am so sorry . ''

Andrea McLean was overcome with emotion today as she hosted her last ever episode of Loose Women just weeks after announcing she was leaving
Loose Women's Andrea McLean breaks down in tears as she hosts her final show
Andrea McLean broke down in tears as she hosted her last ever episode of Loose Women.
She announced just a couple of weeks ago that she'd be leaving the ITV talk show for good after the coronavirus lockdown changed her perspective on life.
And today, she became overwhelmed as she said goodbye to the programme she's worked on for the last 13 years.
As she hosted the show today with Coleen Nolan, Janet Street-Porter and Judi Love, Andrea broke down in tears as she was shown her best bits.
From big laughs to tear-jerking moments and huge A-list celebrity interviews, Andrea was overcome with emotion as she saw the moments flash before her eyes.
But it was when Brenda Edwards came out to perform My Girl that Andrea really lost it.
She said: "Can I just say being on Loose Women is like a real life soap opera.
"I'm just handing over my bar but I'll be back for my chardonnay. "
Coleen introduced Andrea at the start of the show, saying she was the "longest-serving Loose Woman in the show's history" after 1,409 episodes.
Image: ITV) ITV)
And she was presented with a special Loose Women cake and some gifts.
Coming out onto the stage, Andrea said: "It's really weird, it's like coming to your own wedding and funeral at the same time.
"I have no idea what's going to happen today."
Throughout the show, Andrea was shown montages from her glittering ITV career and treated to messages from fellow stars including Piers Morgan and Susanna Reid, Lorraine Kelly, Ben Shephard, Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield, and Joey Essex.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Denise Welch, Linda Robson, Stacey Solomon, Nadia Sawalha, Ruth Langsford and many of the other Loose Women also appeared on the show to say goodbye to Andrea.
Yesterday, Andrea admitted she would probably tear up as she bid farewell to the show.
She said: "About leaving on a Wednesday? I'm making jokes because I'm trying not to think about leaving."
Image: ITV) ITV)
The preview for today's show saw Ruth Langsford narrate a montage of Andrea's best moments.
She said: "On tomorrow's show we say farewell to a Loose legend after 13 years, over 1,400 shows and uncountable memories."
Ruth had vowed to give Andrea the "send off she deserves".
Andrea has said she'll be investing her time into setting up a membership service to help women struggling with issues surrounding mental health and confidence, a cause that's close to her heart.
Image: ITV) ITV)
The star has been open about the breakdown she suffered last year.
As she spoke about her decision to leave the show, she said: "Like so many people this has been a time to hugely reflect and think back. So many people have been talking about how they can’t wait for life to get back to normal.
"I, like many people, did that and thought, 'Do I want my life to go back to the normal that it was before?'
"Obviously last year I had a nervous breakdown and what I felt is that this year collectively the world has had a breakdown.
Image: ITV) ITV)
"The experience that I had has meant that this year that I have actually been mentally really strong to deal with everything that the pandemic threw at all of us but it made me stop and think, 'What do I actually want?'"
She continued: "You get one life, are you living it the way that you want? And are you doing everything that you want to do? Are you being brave? Are you taking chances? And I realised, no."
Getting emotional, she added: "Oh my goodness, I didn't mean to cry, I am so sorry."
* Loose Women airs weekdays from 12.30pm on ITV


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Trafford Centre saved - but 16 other shopping centres still at risk of closure

Manchester 's Trafford Centre has been saved from collapse , six months after its owner Intu entered administration .
A Canadian pension fund has taken control of the shopping centre - which welcomes more than 30million shoppers a year .
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board ( CPPIB ) was a key lender to Intu prior to its insolvency during the first coronavirus lockdown .
CCPIB provided the company with a £250million lending facility , specifically for Intu 's Trafford Centre subsidiary .
In June , Intu slid into administration and a sale process was launched for the Manchester shopping @ @ @ @ @ @ @ viable bids were received by administrators .
As the principal creditor for the business , the group said it has now exercised its rights to take ownership of the Trafford Centre after no potential suitors came forward .
Geoff Souter , managing director , head of real assets credit at CPPIB Credit , said : `` The Trafford Centre is one of the UK 's top five shopping centres , welcoming more than 30million shoppers annually , and counts many leading global retailers among its occupiers .
`` While conditions for retail in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ are able to take a long-term view and believe that , with strategic management and investment , the Trafford Centre has strong prospects .
`` An immediate priority is to support the Trafford Centre 's management , ensuring continued optimal operation of the Trafford Centre , and to appoint a long-term expert operating partner . ''
But while Trafford is now safe , Intu , which owns more than a dozen shopping centres in the UK , is still in administration .
The debt-laden shopping giant called in KPMG during the first England-wide @ @ @ @ @ @ @ reached a standstill .
The company , which has £4.5billion worth of debt is facing a huge fall in rents from struggling retailers .
It previously warned it expects the amount it collects from rents and service charges to tumble by more than £181million this year .
Intu has been heavily impacted by tough trading conditions , which have been exasperated by the Covid-19 crisis .
The company has faced difficulties as some of its biggest tenants , including House of Fraser , Arcadia and Debenhams have all entered administration , with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to online shopping , the rising costs of running stores for retailers and weaker consumer spending have led to a high-street crisis at national chains , and lower rents and higher vacancies at Intu centres .
In total , the business has more than 3,000 workers UK wide , with a further 102,000 employed at its various shopping centres .
Full list of Intu shopping centres at risk of closure

Lakeside, Arndale and the Trafford Centre were all placed at risk in June, after retail giant Intu - which owns 17 of the UK's biggest shopping centres - went into administration
Manchester's Trafford Centre has been saved from collapse, six months after its owner Intu entered administration.
A Canadian pension fund has taken control of the shopping centre - which welcomes more than 30million shoppers a year.
The Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB) was a key lender to Intu prior to its insolvency during the first coronavirus lockdown.
CCPIB provided the company with a £250million lending facility, specifically for Intu's Trafford Centre subsidiary.
In June, Intu slid into administration and a sale process was launched for the Manchester shopping hub.
However, CPPIB said no viable bids were received by administrators.
Image: Paul Thomas/Bloomberg via Getty Images) Paul Thomas/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
As the principal creditor for the business, the group said it has now exercised its rights to take ownership of the Trafford Centre after no potential suitors came forward.
Geoff Souter, managing director, head of real assets credit at CPPIB Credit, said: "The Trafford Centre is one of the UK's top five shopping centres, welcoming more than 30million shoppers annually, and counts many leading global retailers among its occupiers.
"While conditions for retail in 2020 have been very challenging, we are able to take a long-term view and believe that, with strategic management and investment, the Trafford Centre has strong prospects.
"An immediate priority is to support the Trafford Centre's management, ensuring continued optimal operation of the Trafford Centre, and to appoint a long-term expert operating partner."


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Young mum diagnosed with incurable stage 4 cancer after giving birth to twins

A young mum-of-three has been diagnosed with incurable stage four breast cancer just days after delivering her twins .
Lorna Whiston , 26 , had previously suffered from cancer , but the return diagnosis means she now fears she may never see her twins go to school , friends say .
She was diagnosed with breast cancer in February 2019 , and had a double mastectomy , followed by egg preservation , six months of chemotherapy and three weeks of radiotherapy .
The heavy treatment programme paid off , and in January 2020 a scan showed no evidence of cancer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in March , but last month the 26-year-old from Haslington , near Crewe , went to A & E after a conversation with 111 CheshireLive reports .
She had been suffering from breathlessness , a change in her voice and a cough .
A scan later revealed a mass on her chest .
To allow for treatment that was needed , Ms Whitson decided to have the twins delivered early .
But on the Friday following the birth , she received the heartbreaking news that her breast cancer had returned and was now @ @ @ @ @ @ @ classed as incurable .
Now , one of Lorna ’ s best friends from school , Sam Irlam , has set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for Lorna , her partner Johnny , her three-year-old son Mason , and twins Arya and Reuben .
Sam said : `` Originally , I set up a small Messenger group with literally just me and the girls that were all friends at school so maybe we could get her some gifts to cheer her up a little bit which would be nice .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it more of a whole year group thing , got everyone to add everyone from school and then I just decided , right , this can go bigger .
`` We need to really muck in and try and do something really good for her .
So I just opened it and it 's just kind of blew up really . ''
The page has already raised more than half of the £10,000 target , and Sam said the dream would be that the donations could secure a deposit for a house for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ safety net for when Lorna passes , helping Johnny , her partner , as he brings the three kids up on his own .
After the GoFundMe was set up , someone approached Sam , offering to lend Lorna and her family their accommodation in America .
The Covid-19 pandemic has made it so they haven ’ t been able to go out , but the offer stands .
On top of this , Sam has been inundated with offers and donations , including one generous couple buying the family all new appliances @ @ @ @ @ @ @ relate to this .
It 's any parent 's worse nightmare , leaving a child , twins , babies.
” Sam said , “ She might never see them go to school .
Everyone can relate to it and how important money is to survive and it will just make the whole world of difference to this family.
” On top of helping Laura , Sam said it ’ s about raising awareness around breast cancer too , with too many people thinking “ it ’ s not going to happen to me @ @

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Lorna Whitson, a young mum-of-three from Haslington near Crewe, was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer shortly after giving birth to her twins, Arya and Reuben
A young mum-of-three has been diagnosed with incurable stage four breast cancer just days after delivering her twins.
Lorna Whiston, 26, had previously suffered from cancer, but the return diagnosis means she now fears she may never see her twins go to school, friends say.
She was diagnosed with breast cancer in February 2019, and had a double mastectomy, followed by egg preservation, six months of chemotherapy and three weeks of radiotherapy.
The heavy treatment programme paid off, and in January 2020 a scan showed no evidence of cancer.
She fell pregnant two months later in March, but last month the 26-year-old from Haslington, near Crewe, went to A&E after a conversation with 111 CheshireLive reports.
Image: CheshireLive/MEN) CheshireLive/MEN)
She had been suffering from breathlessness, a change in her voice and a cough.
A scan later revealed a mass on her chest.
To allow for treatment that was needed, Ms Whitson decided to have the twins delivered early.
But on the Friday following the birth, she received the heartbreaking news that her breast cancer had returned and was now stage 4. Stage 4 cancer is classed as incurable.
Now, one of Lorna’s best friends from school, Sam Irlam, has set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for Lorna, her partner Johnny, her three-year-old son Mason, and twins Arya and Reuben.
Image: CheshireLive/MEN) CheshireLive/MEN)
Sam said: "Originally, I set up a small Messenger group with literally just me and the girls that were all friends at school so maybe we could get her some gifts to cheer her up a little bit which would be nice.
"But I made that bigger and made it more of a whole year group thing, got everyone to add everyone from school and then I just decided, right, this can go bigger.
"We need to really muck in and try and do something really good for her. So I just opened it and it's just kind of blew up really."
The page has already raised more than half of the £10,000 target, and Sam said the dream would be that the donations could secure a deposit for a house for the family.
This would allow a safety net for when Lorna passes, helping Johnny, her partner, as he brings the three kids up on his own.
After the GoFundMe was set up, someone approached Sam, offering to lend Lorna and her family their accommodation in America.
The Covid-19 pandemic has made it so they haven’t been able to go out, but the offer stands.
On top of this, Sam has been inundated with offers and donations, including one generous couple buying the family all new appliances.
"I think any parent can relate to this. It's any parent's worse nightmare, leaving a child, twins, babies.” Sam said,
“She might never see them go to school. Everyone can relate to it and how important money is to survive and it will just make the whole world of difference to this family.”
On top of helping Laura, Sam said it’s about raising awareness around breast cancer too, with too many people thinking “it’s not going to happen to me.”


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Mirror writers predict Liverpool vs Tottenham outcome - with some big calls made

They 've contested a Champions League final before , but there is a sense that control of this season 's Premier League title race could be on the line when Liverpool and Tottenham meet at Anfield .
With the pair sitting level on 25 points each , and other clubs around them seemingly addicted to slipping up , both sides will know that a win here would give them a huge chance of being top on Christmas Day , something that Liverpool will crave as they seek to defend their title .
The Reds have both a strong home record @ @ @ @ @ @ @ full stop , but there is nothing that Jose Mourinho loves more than pooping a Liverpudlian party .
So how will it play out in front of 2,000 fans at Anfield ?
We asked some of Mirror Football 's best and brightest what they think .
Tottenham will be happy with the draw tonight and expect a Jose Mourinho defensive masterclass at Anfield like in his Chelsea days .
Admire his football or not , it is undeniable that a reinvigorated Mourinho is good for the soap opera of the Premier League .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ could not get any more intriguing , there now promises to be a running verbal battle between the Spurs boss and Jurgen Klopp .
Cracks in Liverpool 's cloak of invincibility have opened up .
Injuries , a hectic work-load and slight dip from their imperious best of last season have shown Jurgen Klopp 's dressing-room is populated by mere mortals , after all .
Spurs might scent blood .
They are flying high , have a strong dressing-room and are becoming more difficult to score against .
It 's a recipe for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fit .
However , even though chinks in the Reds ' armour are evident - they are n't on show at Anfield .
It 's going to take some performance to change that .
And , for all the fact they go there with high hopes , I 'm not sure Spurs are at that level ... yet .
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news , but I can not see past a bore draw in a game which both coaches will be more focused on not losing than winning .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ two managers , and I expect a similar cat-and-mouse encounter that we saw in Tottenham 's recent goalless draw with Chelsea .
I would love to be proved wrong , but I just do n't see either sides taking any unnecessary risks , and that could lead itself to a cagey match .
Both Klopp and Mourinho will feel satisfied to come out of the game with a point .
Anfield has not been a happy hunting ground for Tottenham in recent years , but Spurs are a different animal under Jose Mourinho @ @ @ @ @ @ @ approach to the big games away from home under the Portuguese boss , a team that under Mauricio Pochettino would try and match you blow for blow will sit firm , absorb pressure , and counter with deadly precision .
Spurs are unbeaten against the Big Six this season and Harry Kane and Heung-min Son will fancy their chances of inflicting plenty of damage on what will likely be another makeshift Liverpool defence .
Jose Mourinho will set his Tottenham side up not to lose at Anfield and to frustrate Liverpool 's attack @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the break if possible .
But a point at the home of the champions would be a hugely satisfying result for Mourinho and Spurs , and conclusive proof of their title credentials .
Liverpool will be looking for an immediate response following their 1-1 draw at Fulham , but expect Spurs to nullify their attack and effectively kill the game to leave with a point , rather than nothing .
Liverpool rarely play poorly for two games in a row under Klopp , and the performance at Fulham is likely to sharpen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Spurs are n't a surprise these days .
You know exactly what they are going to do and you know that they are going to do it very well .
They 'll defend as deep as the River Mersey , but Liverpool are hugely adept at switching the play via the two full-backs , and when they do n't get around you they can often just go through you with swift interplay around the box .
The visitors might even take the lead , but I 'd back Liverpool to prevail in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ fatigue is going to be a big factor .
It clear that Liverpool 's minds have been on this game for a while , and that usually spells bad news for the opposition .
What 's your prediction for Liverpool vs Tottenham ?
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Jurgen Klopp's champions entertain Jose Mourinho's challengers in a huge Anfield clash on Wednesday night, but who will come out on top?
Liverpool vs Tottenham predictions: Who will win crunch top of the table clash?
They've contested a Champions League final before, but there is a sense that control of this season's Premier League title race could be on the line when Liverpool and Tottenham meet at Anfield.
With the pair sitting level on 25 points each, and other clubs around them seemingly addicted to slipping up, both sides will know that a win here would give them a huge chance of being top on Christmas Day, something that Liverpool will crave as they seek to defend their title.
The Reds have both a strong home record against Spurs and a strong home record full stop, but there is nothing that Jose Mourinho loves more than pooping a Liverpudlian party.
So how will it play out in front of 2,000 fans at Anfield?
Image: Offside via Getty Images) Offside via Getty Images)
We asked some of Mirror Football's best and brightest what they think.
Liverpool 1-1 Tottenham - Neil McLeman
Image: Pool via REUTERS) Pool via REUTERS)
Tottenham will be happy with the draw tonight and expect a Jose Mourinho defensive masterclass at Anfield like in his Chelsea days.
Admire his football or not, it is undeniable that a reinvigorated Mourinho is good for the soap opera of the Premier League.
Just when you thought this title race could not get any more intriguing, there now promises to be a running verbal battle between the Spurs boss and Jurgen Klopp.
Liverpool 2-1 Tottenham - Neil Moxley
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Cracks in Liverpool's cloak of invincibility have opened up. Injuries, a hectic work-load and slight dip from their imperious best of last season have shown Jurgen Klopp's dressing-room is populated by mere mortals, after all.
Spurs might scent blood. They are flying high, have a strong dressing-room and are becoming more difficult to score against. It's a recipe for success, particularly if their goalscorers remain fit.
However, even though chinks in the Reds' armour are evident - they aren't on show at Anfield.
It's going to take some performance to change that. And, for all the fact they go there with high hopes, I'm not sure Spurs are at that level...yet.
Liverpool 0-0 Tottenham - Alex Milne
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but I cannot see past a bore draw in a game which both coaches will be more focused on not losing than winning.
We have seen it before from the two managers, and I expect a similar cat-and-mouse encounter that we saw in Tottenham's recent goalless draw with Chelsea.
I would love to be proved wrong, but I just don't see either sides taking any unnecessary risks, and that could lead itself to a cagey match.
Both Klopp and Mourinho will feel satisfied to come out of the game with a point.
Liverpool 1-2 Tottenham - Conor Mummery
Image: Pool via REUTERS) Pool via REUTERS)
Anfield has not been a happy hunting ground for Tottenham in recent years, but Spurs are a different animal under Jose Mourinho.
There's been a change in approach to the big games away from home under the Portuguese boss, a team that under Mauricio Pochettino would try and match you blow for blow will sit firm, absorb pressure, and counter with deadly precision.
Spurs are unbeaten against the Big Six this season and Harry Kane and Heung-min Son will fancy their chances of inflicting plenty of damage on what will likely be another makeshift Liverpool defence.
Liverpool 1-1 Tottenham - David McDonnell
Image: PA) PA)
Jose Mourinho will set his Tottenham side up not to lose at Anfield and to frustrate Liverpool's attack, with the hope of catching them on the break if possible.
But a point at the home of the champions would be a hugely satisfying result for Mourinho and Spurs, and conclusive proof of their title credentials.
Liverpool will be looking for an immediate response following their 1-1 draw at Fulham, but expect Spurs to nullify their attack and effectively kill the game to leave with a point, rather than nothing.
Liverpool 2-1 Tottenham - Mark Jones
Image: Liverpool FC via Getty Images) Liverpool FC via Getty Images)
Liverpool rarely play poorly for two games in a row under Klopp, and the performance at Fulham is likely to sharpen minds and focus ahead of this one.
Spurs aren't a surprise these days. You know exactly what they are going to do and you know that they are going to do it very well.
They'll defend as deep as the River Mersey, but Liverpool are hugely adept at switching the play via the two full-backs, and when they don't get around you they can often just go through you with swift interplay around the box.
The visitors might even take the lead, but I'd back Liverpool to prevail in the end in a match in which fatigue is going to be a big factor.
It clear that Liverpool's minds have been on this game for a while, and that usually spells bad news for the opposition.
What's your prediction for Liverpool vs Tottenham? Have your say in the comments below
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thedailymirror--2020-12-16--This Morning fans in stitches as Dr Chris promotes scratch and sniff Covid test

This Morning viewers were howling with laughter when they tuned into Wednesday 's edition of the show .
During a medical segment , Doctor Chris Steele - who has appeared on the magazine series since the 80s - revealed that he has become a fan of a bizarre scratch and sniff covid test .
The 75-year-old explained to hosts Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes that it was something he discovered himself and praised the product as he thought they were a handy way for people to discover if they should get an official coronavirus test .
The GP explained that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Covid before lifting up one of the tests and boasting to Eamonn and Ruth that it is the size of a credit card .
The TV stars had their own tests in the studio and they followed Dr Chris instructions as they opened it up .
Dr Chris told : `` As you open it you use your phone to scan the QR code . ''
He continued : `` You then scrape the green square .
When you scrape the green square there will be a fragrance which you have to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the card to his nose and said he `` could smell chocolate or coffee or something . ''
Dr Chris explained : `` Then you go to the app and there is about 12 , ten , fragrances that it could be !
And tick one of those ten ! ''
The medical professional then shared that if a person could not pick up any smell that they then should get a covid swab test to check if they have the bug .
People watching were baffled by the self-admisintered test and took @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scratch and sniff item .
One penned , alongside a row of laughing emojis : `` Scratch and sniff COVID tests ?
?
?
...
I 'm losing my mind . ''
Another joined in : `` This 'Scratch and Sniff ' test looks fun . ''
Some viewers found the Doctor promoting the test odd .
A fan typed : `` @ thismorning Dr Chris advising people to buy scratch and sniff cards & then use an app which tells them if they 've lost their sense of smell ?
Apparently one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ n't they just go in the kitchen and take the lid off a jar of coffee ?
Heard it all now . ''
A second echoed : `` @ thismorning Just watched it on This Morning : a new Scratch and Sniff Covid Test is being touted with 75 % accuracy only !
Why a test kit - more unnecessary plastic !
Try and smell your perfume or deodorant - if you ca n't smell a thing , go and get tested !
We all have these at home ! ''

Doctor Chris Steele appeared on Wednesday's This Morning and he shared with viewers that he was impressed with a scratch and sniff Covid test
This Morning viewers were howling with laughter when they tuned into Wednesday's edition of the show.
During a medical segment, Doctor Chris Steele - who has appeared on the magazine series since the 80s - revealed that he has become a fan of a bizarre scratch and sniff covid test.
The 75-year-old explained to hosts Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes that it was something he discovered himself and praised the product as he thought they were a handy way for people to discover if they should get an official coronavirus test.
The GP explained that loss of smell is a cardinal symptom of Covid before lifting up one of the tests and boasting to Eamonn and Ruth that it is the size of a credit card.
Image: ITV) ITV)
The TV stars had their own tests in the studio and they followed Dr Chris instructions as they opened it up.
Dr Chris told: "As you open it you use your phone to scan the QR code."
He continued: "You then scrape the green square. When you scrape the green square there will be a fragrance which you have to try and identify."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Eamonn lifted the card to his nose and said he "could smell chocolate or coffee or something."
Dr Chris explained: "Then you go to the app and there is about 12, ten, fragrances that it could be! And tick one of those ten!"
Ruth exclaimed: "Mine smells like peppermint!"
The medical professional then shared that if a person could not pick up any smell that they then should get a covid swab test to check if they have the bug.
Image: ITV) ITV)
People watching were baffled by the self-admisintered test and took to social media to laugh at the scratch and sniff item.
One penned, alongside a row of laughing emojis: "Scratch and sniff COVID tests???... I'm losing my mind."
Another joined in: "This 'Scratch and Sniff' test looks fun."
Some viewers found the Doctor promoting the test odd.
Image: ITV) ITV)
A fan typed: " @thismorning Dr Chris advising people to buy scratch and sniff cards & then use an app which tells them if they've lost their sense of smell? Apparently one of the smells is coffee - can't they just go in the kitchen and take the lid off a jar of coffee? Heard it all now."
A second echoed: " @thismorning Just watched it on This Morning: a new Scratch and Sniff Covid Test is being touted with 75 % accuracy only! Why a test kit - more unnecessary plastic! Try and smell your perfume or deodorant - if you can't smell a thing, go and get tested! We all have these at home!"


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Priyanka Chopra has steamy kiss with Outlander's Sam Heughan on snowy film set

Priyanka Chopra has been spotted locking lips with Sam Heughan on the set of her new film .
The Baywatch film actress , 38 , and wife of Nick Jonas has been seen filming her new romantic film Text For You , adapted from German film SMS für Dich .
The star was seen walking in a gorgeous orange coat for a glorious snowy scene where she also shared an embrace with Sam , 40 , placing an arm over his shoulder .
Priyanka leaned in for a kiss with the Outlander actor as he wrapped his arms around her @ @ @ @ @ @ @ coat , Priyanka wore a bright pink dress beneath and warm Ugg boots and trainers for different snaps .
Sam wore a checked jacket , black shirt , and jeans for his scene with Priyanka , whilst keeping a mobile phone in his hand .
It seems this may be pivotal to the plot as the drama follows a woman grieving for her late fiance and still sends romantic messages to his phone .
Also among the cast are Omid Djalili , Russell Tovey , Celine Dion , and Priyanka 's own husband @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Nick and Priyanka tied the knot back in December 2018 and also shared a Hindu ceremony for their marriage too .
The groom recently took to Instagram on the two-year-anniversaries of both ceremonies to share throwback photos from their big days .
Nick captioned a photo : `` Two years married to the most wonderful , inspiring and beautiful woman .
Happy anniversary @ priyankachopra I love you . ''
The next day on December 2 , Nick added : `` Two days , two weddings now two years .
I was so @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in her home country , in a traditional Hindu wedding .
`` I can ’ t believe how lucky I am , and how quickly the time has gone by .
Happy Hindu anniversary beautiful .
[ heart emoji ] '' .
His wife replied : ?
My real life Bollywood Hero !
[ heart emoji ] I love you handsome '' .
Filming on Text For You is set to be completed in early 2021 .
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Actress Priyanka Chopra, wife of Nick Jonas, has been spotted on the set of her new film Text For You getting romantic with co-star and Outlander actor Sam Heughan
Priyanka Chopra has been spotted locking lips with Sam Heughan on the set of her new film.
The Baywatch film actress, 38, and wife of Nick Jonas has been seen filming her new romantic film Text For You, adapted from German film SMS für Dich.
The star was seen walking in a gorgeous orange coat for a glorious snowy scene where she also shared an embrace with Sam, 40, placing an arm over his shoulder.
Priyanka leaned in for a kiss with the Outlander actor as he wrapped his arms around her waist.
In addition to her orange coat, Priyanka wore a bright pink dress beneath and warm Ugg boots and trainers for different snaps.
Image: Click News And Media / SplashNews.com) Click News And Media / SplashNews.com)
Sam wore a checked jacket, black shirt, and jeans for his scene with Priyanka, whilst keeping a mobile phone in his hand.
It seems this may be pivotal to the plot as the drama follows a woman grieving for her late fiance and still sends romantic messages to his phone.
Also among the cast are Omid Djalili, Russell Tovey, Celine Dion, and Priyanka's own husband Nick in a small cameo role.
Image: Click News And Media / SplashNews.com) Click News And Media / SplashNews.com) Image: Click News And Media / SplashNews.com) Click News And Media / SplashNews.com)
Nick and Priyanka tied the knot back in December 2018 and also shared a Hindu ceremony for their marriage too.
The groom recently took to Instagram on the two-year-anniversaries of both ceremonies to share throwback photos from their big days.
Nick captioned a photo: "Two years married to the most wonderful, inspiring and beautiful woman. Happy anniversary @priyankachopra I love you."
Priyanka replied: "love you meri jaan [heart eye emoji]".
Image: Click News And Media / SplashNews.com) Click News And Media / SplashNews.com)
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The next day on December 2, Nick added: "Two days, two weddings now two years. I was so honored to get to marry @priyankachopra in her home country, in a traditional Hindu wedding.
"I can’t believe how lucky I am, and how quickly the time has gone by. Happy Hindu anniversary beautiful. [heart emoji]".
His wife replied: ?My real life Bollywood Hero! [heart emoji] I love you handsome".
Filming on Text For You is set to be completed in early 2021.
Do you have a story to sell? Get in touch with us at webcelebs@trinitymirror.com or call us direct 0207 29 33033.


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Woman's "terrible" baby names for twin boys sparks huge row with best friend

Choosing the right baby name can be a long process .
Especially if you have twins and have to come up with *two* baby names you love .
There are lots of things to derive inspiration from - such as your favourite film , departed family members or even your favourite book .
One woman who loves Harry Potter recently revealed her chosen baby names to her friend .
But her reaction did n't go down well and now the pair have fallen out .
Taking to Reddit 's famous `` Am I the a****le forum ' , the woman @ @ @ @ @ @ @ how to navigate the tricky situation .
Her 31-year-old friend is expecting twins in spring and has finally decided on their names .
She explained : `` My friend ( let ’ s call her Nicola ) wanted to keep the baby names a secret as everyone knows the sex of the babies and she ’ s having a scheduled c section so she wanted some element of surprise .
`` She ’ s also a massive Harry Potter fan and had hinted about there possibly being a link so I expected a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Anyway , she decided she was too excited to keep it in any longer and rang to me to ask me if I wanted to know the names they have chosen .
It went something like this ... '' Me : ooh yes please , I would love to know !
`` Nicola : ( fuming ) thanks for that , I can tell you hate them .
Thanks so much for ruining this moment for me !
( Hangs up ) '' Albus and Severus are obviously from HP , Tony @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a family member from her OH side I think .
`` I feel awful because I paused for so long .
I have tried to message and call her to apologise and say I do like the names .
`` ( I don ’ t , Severus Callum has got to be the most random name I ’ ve ever heard of ) but she keeps ignoring me .
`` I feel really awful .
I feel like iata because I didn ’ t manage to control my reaction and I ruined a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ long for .
`` My other half says I ’ m not the ar****** because they are stupid names . ''
Lots of people reassured the woman that she had n't acted inappropriately .
One Reddit user commented : `` [ Parents ] need to stop naming their kids with ridiculous names .
`` These are not accessories , they are entire humans who have to exist with stupid names which is so much more important than her `` moment '' .
`` Albus Tony and Severus Callum are ridiculous names , it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get bullied . ''
Another suggested an alternative , writing : `` Heck even Fred and George would have been better .
`` They 're literally twins and also the names a super common .
`` What makes it weirder is that their middle names clash a lot with the first names shes chosen . ''
A third added : `` Readers made fun of those names when they were given to a literal child IN Harry Potter .
What 's Nicola thinking will happen in the real world ?
`` If she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Brian or Bill , or Fred , George , Dean , HARRY , Viktor , etc .
Plenty of choices that wo n't get her kids beat up and/ostracized .
`` Her answer almost makes me think that she 'd already been told the names were awful and OP was the call to `` prove '' they were good , and that 's why Nicola was so upset . ''

A mum-to-be, who is a big fan of Harry Potter, has taken inspiration from the famous series of books when choosing baby names for her boys - who are due next year
Choosing the right baby name can be a long process.
Especially if you have twins and have to come up with *two* baby names you love.
There are lots of things to derive inspiration from - such as your favourite film, departed family members or even your favourite book.
One woman who loves Harry Potter recently revealed her chosen baby names to her friend.
But her reaction didn't go down well and now the pair have fallen out.
Image: Getty Images/Tetra images RF) Getty Images/Tetra images RF)
Taking to Reddit's famous "Am I the a****le forum', the woman asked 2.5 million people for advice on how to navigate the tricky situation.
Her 31-year-old friend is expecting twins in spring and has finally decided on their names.
She explained: "My friend (let’s call her Nicola) wanted to keep the baby names a secret as everyone knows the sex of the babies and she’s having a scheduled c section so she wanted some element of surprise.
"She’s also a massive Harry Potter fan and had hinted about there possibly being a link so I expected a Harry Potter name in there somewhere.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
"Anyway, she decided she was too excited to keep it in any longer and rang to me to ask me if I wanted to know the names they have chosen. It went something like this...
"Me: ooh yes please, I would love to know!
"Nicola: Albus Tony and Severus Callum
"Me: (long pause) wow!
"Nicola: (fuming) thanks for that, I can tell you hate them. Thanks so much for ruining this moment for me! (Hangs up)
"Albus and Severus are obviously from HP, Tony is after her dad and Callum is a family member from her OH side I think.
"I feel awful because I paused for so long. I have tried to message and call her to apologise and say I do like the names.
Image: Warner Bros. /Entertainment Pictures) Warner Bros. /Entertainment Pictures)
"(I don’t, Severus Callum has got to be the most random name I’ve ever heard of) but she keeps ignoring me.
"I feel really awful. I feel like iata because I didn’t manage to control my reaction and I ruined a moment she’s obviously waited so long for.
"My other half says I’m not the ar****** because they are stupid names."
Lots of people reassured the woman that she hadn't acted inappropriately.
One Reddit user commented: "[Parents] need to stop naming their kids with ridiculous names.
"These are not accessories, they are entire humans who have to exist with stupid names which is so much more important than her "moment".
"Albus Tony and Severus Callum are ridiculous names, it's almost like she wants them to get bullied."
Another suggested an alternative, writing: "Heck even Fred and George would have been better.
"They're literally twins and also the names a super common.
"What makes it weirder is that their middle names clash a lot with the first names shes chosen."
A third added: "Readers made fun of those names when they were given to a literal child IN Harry Potter. What's Nicola thinking will happen in the real world?
"If she wants a Potter name, then use Brian or Bill, or Fred, George, Dean, HARRY, Viktor, etc. Plenty of choices that won't get her kids beat up and/ostracized.
"Her answer almost makes me think that she'd already been told the names were awful and OP was the call to "prove" they were good, and that's why Nicola was so upset."


thedailymirror--2020-12-16--Owen says he would "be frustrated" in Kane's position despite star's fine form

Michael Owen says he would feel `` frustrated '' if he were in Harry Kane 's shoes at Tottenham despite the England striker 's superb form .
Kane has scored nine goals and created ten assists in 12 Premier League games so far this season to help his side to the top of the table .
But the 27-year-old is being employed in a slightly deeper role than he is used to under Jose Mourinho , and regularly turns provider rather than playing the poacher role he used to in the past .
Speaking to talkSPORT , Owen claims he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ scenario despite Spurs ' success so far in the current campaign .
`` If I was Harry Kane I 'd certainly be frustrated , '' Owen said .
`` I 'd be thinking 'we play deep , we do n't get enough crosses in and we 're not playing to my strengths ' .
`` However , results would suggest at the moment that everything is quite rosy and the more you win games and see yourself at the top of the table the more any problems in your mind about how you @ @ @ @ @ @ @ results do n't go well , all of a sudden as a top-centre forward you 're thinking 'hang on , I 'm not built for this counter-attacking style . '
'' Owen does believe , however , that the new role may suit Kane in the long run as when he loses a bit of his pace in the twilight of his career .
He added : `` In many ways he has changed his style with the evolution of Tottenham .
Harry Kane is much more of a No.10 this season than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` Being at the sharp end of that team requires a lot of pace , multiple sprints , and he 's not so young anymore .
`` He 's going to start adjusting his game to manage himself and we 're starting to see that with Harry Kane , so in fact in a strange type of way this might be the making of him . ''
Kane will be desperate to continue his fine form in Spurs ' huge top of the table clash against Liverpool on Wednesday as he and his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ statement of intent .

Kane is having one of his most productive seasons ever at Spurs yet Owen says he would not enjoy the role he is being asked to play
Michael Owen says he would be "frustrated" in Harry Kane's position despite fine form
Michael Owen says he would feel "frustrated" if he were in Harry Kane's shoes at Tottenham despite the England striker's superb form.
Kane has scored nine goals and created ten assists in 12 Premier League games so far this season to help his side to the top of the table.
But the 27-year-old is being employed in a slightly deeper role than he is used to under Jose Mourinho, and regularly turns provider rather than playing the poacher role he used to in the past.
Speaking to talkSPORT, Owen claims he would not be happy in the same scenario despite Spurs' success so far in the current campaign.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
"If I was Harry Kane I'd certainly be frustrated," Owen said. "I'd be thinking 'we play deep, we don't get enough crosses in and we're not playing to my strengths'.
"However, results would suggest at the moment that everything is quite rosy and the more you win games and see yourself at the top of the table the more any problems in your mind about how you are playing disappears.
"But if results don't go well, all of a sudden as a top-centre forward you're thinking 'hang on, I'm not built for this counter-attacking style.'"
Owen does believe, however, that the new role may suit Kane in the long run as when he loses a bit of his pace in the twilight of his career.
He added: "In many ways he has changed his style with the evolution of Tottenham. Harry Kane is much more of a No.10 this season than he has been in the past.
Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images) POOL/AFP via Getty Images)
"Being at the sharp end of that team requires a lot of pace, multiple sprints, and he's not so young anymore.
"He's going to start adjusting his game to manage himself and we're starting to see that with Harry Kane, so in fact in a strange type of way this might be the making of him."
Kane will be desperate to continue his fine form in Spurs' huge top of the table clash against Liverpool on Wednesday as he and his side attempt to send out a huge statement of intent.