thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Joe Biden tears into Trump's "assault on democracy" as victory finally confirmed

Joe Biden has torn into Donald Trump 's failing efforts to overturn the US presidential election after he was finally confirmed the winner , 6 weeks after the polls closed .
President elect Biden slammed the Republican 's `` unprecedented assault on our democracy '' , as the bitter billionaire continues to make unfounded claims of electoral fraud .
He called on Americans to `` turn the page '' on the Trump era in a forceful prime-time speech on Monday , hours after prevailing over the Republican in the state-by-state Electoral College vote that officially determines the result .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ about the legitimacy of any election , those questions are resolved through a legal process , '' Biden said .
`` And that is precisely what happened .
`` The Trump campaign brought dozens and dozens of legal challenges .
They were heard again and again and each of the times they were heard they were found to be without merit .
`` Time and again , President Trump ’ s lawyers presented their arguments to state officials , state legislatures , state and federal courts , and ultimately to the United States @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were heard by more than 80 judges across the country .
And in every case , no cause or evidence was found to reverse or question or dispute the results .
`` The results in Georgia were counted three times .
It did not change the outcome .
`` The recount conducted in Wisconsin actually saw our margin grow .
The margin we had in Michigan was fourteen times the margin President Trump won the state by four years ago . '
`` The [ Supreme ] Court sent a clear signal to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ would be no part of this unprecedented assault on our democracy .
`` In this battle for the soul of America , democracy prevailed , '' he added .
Biden not only won the electoral college votes by 306 to Trump 's 232 , he also won the popular vote with more than 81 million Americans choosing him over 74m for Trump .
In a 13 minute speech from his hometown of Wilmington , Delaware , the 78-year-old repeatedly had to clear his throat which may see questions about whether he 's fit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it was his most pointed criticism of Trump 's tactics since the election on November 3 , and he praised vote counters and officials who had been threatened just for doing their jobs .
`` Many of these patriotic Americans were subjected to so much : enormous political pressure , verbal abuse , and even threats of physical violence , '' he said .
`` While we all wish that our fellow Americans in these positions will always show such courage and commitment to free and fair elections .
`` I hope we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ kind of threats and abuse we saw in this election .
It is unconscionable . ''
Under a complicated system dating back to the 1780s , a candidate becomes president not by winning the popular vote but through the Electoral College system , which allots electoral votes to the 50 states and the District of Columbia based on congressional representation .
Monday 's Electoral College vote , typically a formality , had greater significance than usual in light of Trump 's extraordinary effort to subvert the process .
Trump had pressured Republican lawmakers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ such as Pennsylvania and Michigan , to set aside the vote totals and appoint their own competing slates of electors .
But lawmakers largely dismissed the effort .
`` I fought hard for President Trump .
Nobody wanted him to win more than me , '' Lee Chatfield , Republican speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives , said in a statement .
`` But I love our republic , too .
I ca n't fathom risking our norms , traditions and institutions to pass a resolution retroactively changing the electors for Trump @ @ @ @ @ @ @ beginning of the electors ' meeting there , the state 's Democratic secretary of state , Katie Hobbs , said Trump 's claims of fraud had `` led to threats of violence against me , my office and those in this room today , '' echoing similar reports of threats and intimidation in other states .
`` While there will be those who are upset their candidate did n't win , it is patently un-American and unacceptable that today 's event should be anything less than an honored tradition held with pride and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Trump said late last month he would leave the White House if the Electoral College voted for Biden , but he has since shown little interest in conceding .
On Monday , he repeated a series of unsupported claims .
`` Swing States that have found massive VOTER FRAUD , which is all of them , CAN NOT LEGALLY CERTIFY these votes as complete & correct without committing a severely punishable crime , '' he wrote on Twitter .
Trump 's sole remaining gambit is to convince Congress to reject the results in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ member of Congress can object to a particular state 's electoral count and each chamber must then debate the challenge before voting by simple majority on whether to sustain it .
But the Democratic-controlled House of Representatives is sure to reject any such challenge , while senior Senate Republicans in the Senate on Monday have already dismissed the idea of overturning the result .

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The US president elect gave a powerful speech savaging the Republican billionaire's desperate attempts to overturn the election result, adding that "in the battle for the soul of America, democracy prevailed"
Joe Biden has torn into Donald Trump's failing efforts to overturn the US presidential election after he was finally confirmed the winner, 6 weeks after the polls closed.
President elect Biden slammed the Republican's "unprecedented assault on our democracy", as the bitter billionaire continues to make unfounded claims of electoral fraud.
He called on Americans to "turn the page" on the Trump era in a forceful prime-time speech on Monday, hours after prevailing over the Republican in the state-by-state Electoral College vote that officially determines the result.
"In America, when questions are raised about the legitimacy of any election, those questions are resolved through a legal process," Biden said. "And that is precisely what happened.
"The Trump campaign brought dozens and dozens of legal challenges. They were heard again and again and each of the times they were heard they were found to be without merit.
"Time and again, President Trump’s lawyers presented their arguments to state officials, state legislatures, state and federal courts, and ultimately to the United States Supreme Court, twice.
"They were heard by more than 80 judges across the country. And in every case, no cause or evidence was found to reverse or question or dispute the results.
"The results in Georgia were counted three times. It did not change the outcome.
"The recount conducted in Wisconsin actually saw our margin grow. The margin we had in Michigan was fourteen times the margin President Trump won the state by four years ago.'
"The [Supreme] Court sent a clear signal to President Trump and his allies that they would be no part of this unprecedented assault on our democracy.
"In this battle for the soul of America, democracy prevailed," he added.
Biden not only won the electoral college votes by 306 to Trump's 232, he also won the popular vote with more than 81 million Americans choosing him over 74m for Trump.
In a 13 minute speech from his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware, the 78-year-old repeatedly had to clear his throat which may see questions about whether he's fit enough for the job resurface.
But it was his most pointed criticism of Trump's tactics since the election on November 3, and he praised vote counters and officials who had been threatened just for doing their jobs.
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"Many of these patriotic Americans were subjected to so much: enormous political pressure, verbal abuse, and even threats of physical violence," he said.
"While we all wish that our fellow Americans in these positions will always show such courage and commitment to free and fair elections.
"I hope we never again see anyone subjected to the kind of threats and abuse we saw in this election. It is unconscionable."
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Under a complicated system dating back to the 1780s, a candidate becomes president not by winning the popular vote
but through the Electoral College system, which allots electoral votes to the 50 states and the District of Columbia based on congressional representation.
Monday's Electoral College vote, typically a formality, had greater significance than usual in light of Trump's extraordinary effort to subvert the process.
Trump had pressured Republican lawmakers in battleground states that Biden won, such as Pennsylvania and Michigan, to set aside the vote totals and appoint their own competing slates of electors. But lawmakers largely dismissed the effort.
"I fought hard for President Trump. Nobody wanted him to win more than me," Lee Chatfield, Republican speaker of the Michigan House of Representatives, said in a statement.
"But I love our republic, too. I can't fathom risking our norms, traditions and institutions to pass a resolution retroactively changing the electors for Trump."
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In Arizona, at the beginning of the electors' meeting there, the state's Democratic secretary of state, Katie Hobbs, said Trump's claims of fraud had "led to threats of violence against me, my office and those in this room today," echoing similar reports of threats and intimidation in other states.
"While there will be those who are upset their candidate didn't win, it is patently un-American and unacceptable that today's event should be anything less than an honored tradition held with pride and in celebration," Hobbs said.
Trump said late last month he would leave the White House if the Electoral College voted for Biden, but he has since shown little interest in conceding.
On Monday, he repeated a series of unsupported claims.
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"Swing States that have found massive VOTER FRAUD, which is all of them, CANNOT LEGALLY CERTIFY these votes as complete &
correct without committing a severely punishable crime," he wrote on Twitter.
Trump's sole remaining gambit is to convince Congress to reject the results in a session on January 6.
Any member of Congress can object to a particular state's electoral count and each chamber must then debate the challenge before voting by simple majority on whether to sustain it.
But the Democratic-controlled House of Representatives is sure to reject any such challenge, while senior Senate Republicans in the Senate on Monday have already dismissed the idea of overturning the result.


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Rita Ora 'flees the UK for rest of year following Covid rule-break backlash'

Rita Ora has left the UK under a cloud of shame following a Covid-rule breaking backlash – and won ’ t be back until the New Year , according to reports .
The I Will Never Let You Down star spectacularly let herself down last month when she held an illegal celebration in London for her 30th birthday during an England-wide lockdown .
The singer then caused further anger when it was revealed she had jetted to Egypt for a gig and failed to follow Covid quarantine rules upon return to the UK .
Now the star is said to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ new music video , and is to take the opportunity to remain out of the UK for the rest of the year to recharge – and reflect .
A source told The Sun : “ Rita has beaten herself up about her mistakes but has thrown herself back into work to take her mind off things .
“ She spent most of this year working on her music and is now hoping to return with new tracks in early 2021 , with the video to one single being filmed at the moment in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ want to be in London right now so has booked a relaxing holiday over Christmas and New Year in the hope she can start afresh in January .
“ Taking some time out to reflect on everything that has happened is very important to her right now.
” Following her lockdown-breaking birthday celebration last month , Rita shared an apology – and paid a £10,000 fine .
She said at the time : I attended a small gathering with some friends to celebrate my 30th birthday .
It was a spur of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that we were coming out of lockdown and this would be OK ...
I 'm deeply sorry for breaking the rules and in turn understand that this puts people at risk .
`` This was a serious and inexcusable error of judgement .
Given the restrictions , I realise how irresponsible these actions were and I take full responsibility .
`` I feel particularly embarrassed knowing first-hand how hard people have worked to combat this terrible illness and being fully aware of the sacrifices that people and businesses have made to help keep @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wo n't make it right , I want to sincerely apologise . ''
Just days later she was forced to apologise again after flying to Egypt to perform a private concert – only to fail to adhere to Covid quarantine rules upon her return .
She said in a statement : “ I recently flew to Egypt to perform at a corporate event for a private company , where my travel party followed protocol and presented negative Covid tests upon entry , as required by Egyptian authorities .
`` Upon my return to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ advice and isolated myself for the required period .
As you know , I did n't follow government advice and for that I apologised earlier this week .
I apologise again , unreservedly .
`` While I realise the apologetic words of a pop star might not carry much weight , especially one who has broken the rules like I have , I do realise that some might seek to follow my example .
My message to them is simple : Please do n't .
`` The guilt and shame I 've carried @ @ @ @ @ @ @ worth it .
Instead , continue to listen to the government advice and the voices of the heroes of the NHS and take the required precautions .
I will take the criticisms coming my way because I deserve them . ''

The pop star has jetted off to Romania to film a music video and reportedly won't be back until 2021 as she plans to take time out to 'reflect' on recent events which saw her apologise for breaking Covid rules twice
Rita Ora has left the UK under a cloud of shame following a Covid-rule breaking backlash – and won’t be back until the New Year, according to reports.
The I Will Never Let You Down star spectacularly let herself down last month when she held an illegal celebration in London for her 30th birthday during an England-wide lockdown.
The singer then caused further anger when it was revealed she had jetted to Egypt for a gig and failed to follow Covid quarantine rules upon return to the UK.
Now the star is said to be off to Romania to film a new music video, and is to take the opportunity to remain out of the UK for the rest of the year to recharge – and reflect.
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A source told The Sun: “Rita has beaten herself up about her mistakes but has thrown herself back into work to take her mind off things.
“She spent most of this year working on her music and is now hoping to return with new tracks in early 2021, with the video to one single being filmed at the moment in Bulgaria.
“She doesn’t want to be in London right now so has booked a relaxing holiday over Christmas and New Year in the hope she can start afresh in January.
“Taking some time out to reflect on everything that has happened is very important to her right now.”
Image: Rita Ora/Instagram) Rita Ora/Instagram)
Following her lockdown-breaking birthday celebration last month, Rita shared an apology – and paid a £10,000 fine.
She said at the time: I attended a small gathering with some friends to celebrate my 30th birthday. It was a spur of the moment decision made with the misguided view that we were coming out of lockdown and this would be OK... I'm deeply sorry for breaking the rules and in turn understand that this puts people at risk.
"This was a serious and inexcusable error of judgement. Given the restrictions, I realise how irresponsible these actions were and I take full responsibility .
Image: Rita Ora/Instagram) Rita Ora/Instagram)
"I feel particularly embarrassed knowing first-hand how hard people have worked to combat this terrible illness and being fully aware of the sacrifices that people and businesses have made to help keep us all safe. Even though this won't make it right, I want to sincerely apologise."
Just days later she was forced to apologise again after flying to Egypt to perform a private concert – only to fail to adhere to Covid quarantine rules upon her return.
She said in a statement: “I recently flew to Egypt to perform at a corporate event for a private company, where my travel party followed protocol and presented negative Covid tests upon entry, as required by Egyptian authorities.
"Upon my return to Britain, I should have followed government advice and isolated myself for the required period. As you know, I didn't follow government advice and for that I apologised earlier this week. I apologise again, unreservedly.
"While I realise the apologetic words of a pop star might not carry much weight, especially one who has broken the rules like I have, I do realise that some might seek to follow my example. My message to them is simple: Please don't.
"The guilt and shame I've carried this week for my mistake aren't worth it. Instead, continue to listen to the government advice and the voices of the heroes of the NHS and take the required precautions. I will take the criticisms coming my way because I deserve them."


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Tourist killed in shark attack after beast tore off her leg off in Caribbean

A tourist has been killed in a shark attack while holidaying on the Caribbean island of Saint Martin .
An autopsy confirmed the French 38-year-old lost a leg in the rare attack off the coastline .
The victim suffered multiple shark bites as she was mauled while swimming around 500 metres from the shore on Thursday .
The young woman , who has not been named , was on a sabbatical on the Caribbean when she was attacked .
The secretary-general of the prefecture , Mikael Dore , said : `` It was probably a tiger shark of significant size @ @ @ @ @ @ @ . ''
Saint Martin - or Sint Maarten - is divided into Dutch and French territories .
Reports say the attack took place in the waters at popular Orient Bay , in the northeastern part of the island , in the Dutch section .
Following the incident , local authorities banned swimming and water sports in the area until December 16 .
Mr Dore said : `` Swimming should be avoided after heavy rains or when the water is cloudy .
The shark 's vision is blurred and it can confuse a prey @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Saint Martin Nature Reserve , said : `` The time of the attack is very important , but we know that the water was and still is very turbid . ''
Authorities said they are waiting for confirmation that there is a daily presence of sharks in the local waters before deciding what further action to take , according to French news source 20 Minutes .
A scientific monitoring group has been set up and will meet on Monday .
Experts from Tahiti , Reunion Island , the United States , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the next steps to protect the population .
Shark attacks are extremely rare in the Caribbean region , with four fatal incidents among 34 unprovoked shark attacks since 2000 .
One unprovoked non-fatal attack in St Martin was recorded in 2005 .

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The 38-year-old tourist died after being mauled by what authorities believe was a tiger shark, as she swam off the coast of Orient Bay, on the island of Saint Martin
Tourist killed in shark attack after beast tore off her leg off in Caribbean
A tourist has been killed in a shark attack while holidaying on the Caribbean island of Saint Martin.
An autopsy confirmed the French 38-year-old lost a leg in the rare attack off the coastline.
The victim suffered multiple shark bites as she was mauled while swimming around 500 metres from the shore on Thursday.
The young woman, who has not been named, was on a sabbatical on the Caribbean when she was attacked.
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The secretary-general of the prefecture, Mikael Dore, said: "It was probably a tiger shark of significant size, three to four metres in length."
Saint Martin - or Sint Maarten - is divided into Dutch and French territories.
Reports say the attack took place in the waters at popular Orient Bay, in the northeastern part of the island, in the Dutch section.
Following the incident, local authorities banned swimming and water sports in the area until December 16.
Mr Dore said: "Swimming should be avoided after heavy rains or when the water is cloudy. The shark's vision is blurred and it can confuse a prey."
Nicolas Maslach, director of the Saint Martin Nature Reserve, said: "The time of the attack is very important, but we know that the water was and still is very turbid."
Authorities said they are waiting for confirmation that there is a daily presence of sharks in the local waters before deciding what further action to take, according to French news source 20 Minutes.
A scientific monitoring group has been set up and will meet on Monday.
Experts from Tahiti, Reunion Island, the United States, and the Antilles shark network will advise on the next steps to protect the population.
Shark attacks are extremely rare in the Caribbean region, with four fatal incidents among 34 unprovoked shark attacks since 2000.
One unprovoked non-fatal attack in St Martin was recorded in 2005.


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin engagement rumours as actress spotted with ring

Dakota Johnson has sparked rumours she may be engaged to Chris Martin after being spotted out and about with a giant ring on her wedding finger .
The 31-year-old Hollywood star has been dating 43-year-old Coldplay frontman Chris for the past three years and speculation is rife that they might be taking things to the next level .
Tongues were set wagging on Monday when photographs emerged of Dakota sporting a huge emerald ring on her left ring finger while out shopping .
The images of the Fifty Shades star are said to have been snapped last week while she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Los Angeles .
PageSix , who published the snaps , claim the images have “ fuelled rumours ” the couple are now engaged to each other .
Dakota and Chris were first romantically linked back in 2017 after meeting through mutual friends but have rarely spoken about their romance .
In 2018 , rumours were sparked that the couple were expecting a baby together after pink and blue balloons for a birthday party were mistaken for a gender reveal celebration .
Shooting down the rumours herself during an appearance on the Ellen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Well , the only thing I 'm pregnant with is a lot of really good ideas .
But not any babies.
” The pair are believed to have briefly split in June 2019 , but reconciled in August the same year .
Those close to Dakota and Chris have spoken more publicly about their romance than the couple themselves .
In September 2019 , Dakota ’ s mother , actress Melanie Griffith , gushed about her now potential future son-in-law .
She told People magazine at the time : “ I love my @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they ’ re an awesome couple.
” While Chris ’ s ex-wife Gwyneth Paltrow , from whom he famously “ consciously uncoupled ” from in 2014 after almost a decade together and two children , paid tribute to the fellow actress online .
She shared a snap of Dakota on Instagram writing : “ Happy 30th birthday to this absolute gem ” alongside a blue heart emoji .
Reports have suggested that Chris , Dakota , Gwyneth and Gwyneth ’ s husband , producer and screenwriter Brad Falchuk , get on like a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ snaps of the two couples enjoying holidays and double dates together .

The Fifty Shades of Grey star was spotted out shopping in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, last week wearing a giant emerald ring on her wedding finger – fuelling rumours she may wed Coldplay star Chris
Dakota Johnson has sparked rumours she may be engaged to Chris Martin after being spotted out and about with a giant ring on her wedding finger.
The 31-year-old Hollywood star has been dating 43-year-old Coldplay frontman Chris for the past three years and speculation is rife that they might be taking things to the next level.
Tongues were set wagging on Monday when photographs emerged of Dakota sporting a huge emerald ring on her left ring finger while out shopping.
The images of the Fifty Shades star are said to have been snapped last week while she was out in the West Hollywood neighbourhood of Los Angeles.
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PageSix, who published the snaps, claim the images have “fuelled rumours” the couple are now engaged to each other.
Dakota and Chris were first romantically linked back in 2017 after meeting through mutual friends but have rarely spoken about their romance.
In 2018, rumours were sparked that the couple were expecting a baby together after pink and blue balloons for a birthday party were mistaken for a gender reveal celebration.
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Shooting down the rumours herself during an appearance on the Ellen DeGeneres show, Dakota laughed: “Well, the only thing I'm pregnant with is a lot of really good ideas. But not any babies.”
The pair are believed to have briefly split in June 2019, but reconciled in August the same year.
Those close to Dakota and Chris have spoken more publicly about their romance than the couple themselves.
In September 2019, Dakota’s mother, actress Melanie Griffith, gushed about her now potential future son-in-law.
She told People magazine at the time: “I love my daughter’s boyfriend. I think they’re an awesome couple.”
While Chris’s ex-wife Gwyneth Paltrow, from whom he famously “consciously uncoupled” from in 2014 after almost a decade together and two children, paid tribute to the fellow actress online.
She shared a snap of Dakota on Instagram writing: “Happy 30th birthday to this absolute gem” alongside a blue heart emoji.
Reports have suggested that Chris, Dakota, Gwyneth and Gwyneth’s husband, producer and screenwriter Brad Falchuk, get on like a house on fire.
There have been snaps of the two couples enjoying holidays and double dates together.


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--One Direction stylist opens up on life on tour as 'everyone sleeps together'

A hair stylist for One Direction has opened up on the challenges of life on tour with the lads - including what everyone got up to in the bedroom .
Lou Teasdale worked with Niall Horan , Liam Payne , Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson from the X Factor days through to their final tour .
And while it has been over five years since the lads were last on the road together , the 37-year-old has now peeled back the covers of what professional life was like working with the boys .
She suggested things would get awkward , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in fleeting relationships with the women working around them .
Lou said in a podcast called Sex , Lies And DM Slides : “ With me , I was with them from right at the beginning until right at the end so I think you kinda can ’ t sleep with them .
It ’ s quite important to keep in your job .
“ Some people would come in , like assistants and stuff , and think it ’ s love , but it ’ s not , and it ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ Then they ’ ll have a new girlfriend , she ’ s there and they don ’ t want you in the room.
” Lou went on to say the close living conditions of the live tour crew also added to the awkwardness .
She continued : “ Everyone knew each other ’ s business on tour .
It was like working in an office .
Everyone ends up either falling out or sleeping together or both .
“ Everyone know everybody 's s*** – that ’ s how it goes.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 26-year-old Harry Styles herself back in 2014 , Lou hints nothing romantic ever went on between them .
The hair stylist said : “ But they were a lot younger than me so it was always on a friendship level.
” And asked if she ever did date any of them , she said : `` No , never '' , explaining instead she had been dating a man at the time who also worked on the crew with whom she had a daughter .

Lou Teasdale spent years working with the band and has now spoken about the 'drama' on the road claiming the lads would engage in short lived romances with female crew
One Direction hair stylist opens up life on tour with band as 'everyone sleeps together'
A hair stylist for One Direction has opened up on the challenges of life on tour with the lads - including what people got up to in the bedroom.
Lou Teasdale worked with Niall Horan, Liam Payne, Harry Styles and Louis Tomlinson from the X Factor days through to their final tour.
And while it has been over five years since the lads were last on the road together, the 37-year-old has now peeled back the covers of what professional life was like working with the boys.
She suggested things would get awkward, claiming the boys would end up engaging in fleeting relationships with the women working around them.
Image: Getty Images Europe) Getty Images Europe)
Lou said in a podcast called Sex, Lies And DM Slides: “With me, I was with them from right at the beginning until right at the end so I think you kinda can’t sleep with them. It’s quite important to keep in your job.
“Some people would come in, like assistants and stuff, and think it’s love, but it’s not, and it’s the quickest way to lose your job.
“Then they’ll have a new girlfriend, she’s there and they don’t want you in the room.”
Image: FilmMagic) FilmMagic)
Lou went on to say the close living conditions of the live tour crew also added to the awkwardness.
She continued: “Everyone knew each other’s business on tour. It was like working in an office. Everyone ends up either falling out or sleeping together or both.
“Everyone know everybody's s*** – that’s how it goes.”
Image: Getty Images Europe) Getty Images Europe)
Despite rumours of a romance with 26-year-old Harry Styles herself back in 2014, Lou hints nothing romantic ever went on between them.
The hair stylist said: “But they were a lot younger than me so it was always on a friendship level.”
And asked if she ever did date any of them, she said: "No, never", explaining instead she had been dating a man at the time who also worked on the crew with whom she had a daughter.


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Coronavirus infection rate fell by 30% during second lockdown but rose in London

Coronavirus infection rates in England fell by 30 per cent during the second national lockdown , but rose in London .
That 's according to one of the country 's largest Covid-19 studies , from Imperial College London and Ipsos MORI , involving more than 160,000 volunteers tested in England between November 13 and December 3 .
The drop in infection rate brought the crucial ' R ' number below 1 across the country , but there were regional variations with prevalence of the disease rising in the capital .
It strongly suggests the more severe lockdown measures were more @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tier system that came before and after the two week 'short circuit ' lockdown .
There could be a number of reasons why London bucked the general trend in England , but today it emerged that a new fast-spreading variant of the disease in the South East may be partly to blame .
The study comes the day after it was announced London would be plunged into the toughest level of restrictions , Tier 3 , from midnight on Wednesday .
The infection rate rose in London from 98 per 10,000 people infected @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by early December .
The decision on London came earlier than expected , as the Government is due to announce a nationwide review of the current tier levels on Wednesday .
Tier levels are determined by a number of factors , not just infection rate but also pressure on the NHS ; case detection rate ; case rates in the over 60s ; how quickly cases are changing ; case rates in care homes and positivity in the general population .
The other main findings from the seventh REACT study show : • @ @ @ @ @ @ @ per 10,000 in mid-October to 94 during the lockdown period • The national R between November 13 and December 3 was estimated at 0.96 • R numbers during lockdown ranged from 0.60 for the West Midlands up to 1.27 for London The study also demonstrate a rise in infections among secondary school age children .
To tackle this rise in London and surrounding areas , additional mobile testing units will be deployed in or near schools for staff , students and their families to be tested in the worst affected boroughs of London @ @ @ @ @ @ @ London and parts of Kent .
School children aged 11-18 are urged to come forward to be tested , whether they have symptoms or not , authors of the study say .
Latest figures from the ONS showed almost 1 in 3 people in England show no symptoms of having the virus but are still able to pass it on .
Professor Paul Elliott , director of the programme at Imperial , said : “ During the first half of lockdown our study showed that infections were on a clear downward trajectory , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ levelling off , driven by clusters of infections in certain regions and age groups .
`` Behaviours and public health measures need to be guided by this fast-changing situation to prevent it from worsening , and everyone has a part to play in keeping this virus at bay , especially as we approach a relaxing of rules over Christmas.
” Winter is always the most difficult time for the NHS and an increase in infections by the virus that causes COVID-19 is followed closely by a rise in hospitalisation levels .
Kelly Beaver @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Ipsos MORI said : “ As we end the year , I would like to thank the well over a million people that have taken part in the REACT studies this year which have provided a key data stream for Government to track COVID-19 in real time across England .
`` We are currently sending out letters asking people to volunteer for the next round of the study which will take place in the new year and I urge people to participate to contribute to this vital body of work.
” Coronavirus infection @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Yorkshire and the Humber - 1.39 % ( up from 1.17 % in the weeks before ) • East of England - 0.59 % ( up from 0.57 % )

A new study of 160,000 volunteers during the lockdown in November shows the tougher restrictions cut infection rates across most of England - but not in the capital, which is now heading into Tier 3
Coronavirus infection rate fell by 30% during second lockdown - but rose in London
Coronavirus infection rates in England fell by 30 per cent during the second national lockdown, but rose in London.
That's according to one of the country's largest Covid-19 studies, from Imperial College London and Ipsos MORI, involving more than 160,000 volunteers tested in England between November 13 and December 3.
The drop in infection rate brought the crucial 'R' number below 1 across the country, but there were regional variations with prevalence of the disease rising in the capital.
It strongly suggests the more severe lockdown measures were more effective in controlling the disease than the tier system that came before and after the two week 'short circuit' lockdown.
There could be a number of reasons why London bucked the general trend in England, but today it emerged that a new fast-spreading variant of the disease in the South East may be partly to blame.
The study comes the day after it was announced London would be plunged into the toughest level of restrictions, Tier 3, from midnight on Wednesday.
The infection rate rose in London from 98 per 10,000 people infected in mid-November to 121 per 10,000 infected by early December.
The decision on London came earlier than expected, as the Government is due to announce a nationwide review of the current tier levels on Wednesday.
Tier levels are determined by a number of factors, not just infection rate but also pressure on the NHS; case detection rate;case rates in the over 60s; how quickly cases are changing; case rates in care homes and positivity in the general population.
The other main findings from the seventh REACT study show:
The infection rate fell from 130 people per 10,000 in mid-October to 94 during the lockdown period
The national R between November 13 and December 3 was estimated at 0.96
R numbers during lockdown ranged from 0.60 for the West Midlands up to 1.27 for London
The study also demonstrate a rise in infections among secondary school age children.
To tackle this rise in London and surrounding areas, additional mobile testing units will be deployed in or near schools for staff, students and their families to be tested in the worst affected boroughs of London, in parts of Essex that border London and parts of Kent.
School children aged 11-18 are urged to come forward to be tested, whether they have symptoms or not, authors of the study say.
Latest figures from the ONS showed almost 1 in 3 people in England show no symptoms of having the virus but are still able to pass it on.
Professor Paul Elliott, director of the programme at Imperial, said: “During the first half of lockdown our study showed that infections were on a clear downward trajectory, but we’re now seeing a levelling off, driven by clusters of infections in certain regions and age groups.
"Behaviours and public health measures need to be guided by this fast-changing situation to prevent it from worsening, and everyone has a part to play in keeping this virus at bay, especially as we approach a relaxing of rules over Christmas.”
Winter is always the most difficult time for the NHS and an increase in infections by the virus that causes COVID-19 is followed closely by a rise in hospitalisation levels.
Kelly Beaver, Managing Director of Public Affairs at Ipsos MORI said: “As we end the year, I would like to thank the well over a million people that have taken part in the REACT studies this year which have provided a key data stream for Government to track COVID-19 in real time across England.
"We are currently sending out letters asking people to volunteer for the next round of the study which will take place in the new year and I urge people to participate to contribute to this vital body of work.”
Coronavirus infection rates during second lockdown by region


thedailymirror--2020-12-14--Coronation Street fans 'solve' Sarah and Gary's whereabouts during Adam's attack

Coronation Street aired tense scenes on Monday , as viewers tried to work out who attacked Adam Barlow .
One mystery culprit tried to kill him last week , before leaving him for dead on the floor of The Bistro .
On Monday , his lifeless body was discovered by restaurant owner Ray , with Adam soon rushed to hospital .
There , doctors confirmed he was in a bad way but in a stable condition .
His worried wife Sarah Platt soon fell under suspicion , after they had a row the night before .
Just moments before it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , she learned of his fling with Carla Connor - the partner of his own uncle Peter Barlow .
Sarah was accused by residents and viewers of being the culprit , but she was n't alone .
Her ex and Adam 's long-time enemy Gary Windass was also accused of the assault , with him not having an alibi .
Many even speculated he might have been the one behind the attack after wrongly believing it was Ray he 'd hit - with Adam possibly a victim of mistaken identity .
That said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ between the exes on the ITV soap , that could suggest there was more going on .
When Sarah learned of Adam 's attack she seemed in shock , before she and Gary exchanged a suspicious glance .
There 's also the fact both of them were missing at points at the start of the episode , possibly both out late the night of the attack .
Gary did n't return home , and it soon appeared Sarah had left her house at some point .
Her young son Harry claimed to have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ shouting at him never to repeat it .
So where was Sarah , why is she acting so shifty and what is Gary hiding ?
Viewers believe they have the answers , also suspecting where the pair were at the time of Adam 's attack .
They think it could rule them both out as the attacker too as they might have been together , and that could be why they are being so coy .
Taking to Twitter , one fan wrote : `` I do n't think it was Gary or @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I 've got a sneaky feeling that the reason they both were n't at home is cos they slept with each other # Corrie60 # corrie hence why they seem guilty . ''
Another agreed : `` So the Adam who dunnit ... Last week I thought it was deffo Sarah or Gary .
But now I think theyre being overly dodgy & suspicious trying to cover tracks , so , I think theyre acting like this cos they slept together ? ''
A third added : `` So did Gary and Sarah @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wrote : `` Bet Sarah and Gary were together . ''
Coronation Street airs Mondays , Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm and 8:30pm on ITV .

CORONATION STREET FANS STUNNED BY SECOND GRISLY 'DEATH' AS ADAM BARLOW IS BRUTALLY ATTACKED
CORONATION STREET FANS STUNNED BY SECOND GRISLY 'DEATH' AS ADAM BARLOW IS BRUTALLY ATTACKED
Corrie viewers believe Sarah Platt and Gary Windass were not involved in Adam Barlow's incident - but they think the exes may have been together
Coronation Street aired tense scenes on Monday, as viewers tried to work out who attacked Adam Barlow.
One mystery culprit tried to kill him last week, before leaving him for dead on the floor of The Bistro.
On Monday, his lifeless body was discovered by restaurant owner Ray, with Adam soon rushed to hospital.
There, doctors confirmed he was in a bad way but in a stable condition.
His worried wife Sarah Platt soon fell under suspicion, after they had a row the night before.
Image: ITV) ITV)
Just moments before it seemed they might reconcile after months apart, she learned of his fling with Carla Connor - the partner of his own uncle Peter Barlow.
Sarah was accused by residents and viewers of being the culprit, but she wasn't alone.
Her ex and Adam's long-time enemy Gary Windass was also accused of the assault, with him not having an alibi.
Many even speculated he might have been the one behind the attack after wrongly believing it was Ray he'd hit - with Adam possibly a victim of mistaken identity.
That said, some viewers spotted some awkward moments between the exes on the ITV soap, that could suggest there was more going on.
When Sarah learned of Adam's attack she seemed in shock, before she and Gary exchanged a suspicious glance.
Image: ITV Picture Desk) ITV Picture Desk)
There's also the fact both of them were missing at points at the start of the episode, possibly both out late the night of the attack.
Gary didn't return home, and it soon appeared Sarah had left her house at some point.
Her young son Harry claimed to have heard her leave, leading to her shouting at him never to repeat it.
So where was Sarah, why is she acting so shifty and what is Gary hiding?
Viewers believe they have the answers, also suspecting where the pair were at the time of Adam's attack.
They think it could rule them both out as the attacker too as they might have been together, and that could be why they are being so coy.
Taking to Twitter, one fan wrote: "I don't think it was Gary or Sarah who attacked Adam #coronationstreet as I've got a sneaky feeling that the reason they both weren't at home is cos they slept with each other #Corrie60 #corrie hence why they seem guilty."
Another agreed: "So the Adam who dunnit... Last week I thought it was deffo Sarah or Gary. But now I think theyre being overly dodgy & suspicious trying to cover tracks, so, I think theyre acting like this cos they slept together?"
A third added: "So did Gary and Sarah sleep together?" as a fourth wrote: "Bet Sarah and Gary were together."
Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:30pm and 8:30pm on ITV.


thedailymirror--2020-12-14--Mum records toddler's 'last words' before surgery which could claim her voice

A mum said she recorded her daughter 's `` last words '' after she was told life-saving surgery would mean she may never speak again .
Three-year-old Nuala Carson suffered headaches , vomiting bouts and was walking on her toes for two years before doctors worked out what was wrong .
Nuala 's mum Naomi Carson said they had been going back and forth to the doctors and were dismissed until she suffered from a seizure on December 11 last year and was rushed to Arrowe Park Hospital in Wirral .
Medics initially suspected Nuala may have epilepsy and she @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Liverpool Echo reports .
Three weeks later , after undergoing tests including an MRI scan , her mum and dad Daniel , 30 , were told the devastating news that Nuala had a brain tumour .
The youngster was transferred to Alder Hey Children 's Hospital where doctors said is they did not operate Nuala would not live to see her fourth birthday on February 14 .
Before she had her operation Naomi recorded Nuala reading the children 's book We 're Going on a Bear Hunt , after she was told @ @ @ @ @ @ @ voice .
But fast forward 11 months and Nuala , who is now four , has made an amazing recovery .
Thankfully she can still speak after the surgery which was successful in removing 100 % of the tumour .
Nuala has been registered blind since the operation and the right side of her body has been affected but Naomi said she is `` happy and healthy '' .
Naomi has spoken out about what happened and would like to pay thanks to all of the staff at Alder Hey , including surgeon @ @ @ @ @ @ @ life .
The 28-year-old from Birkenhead said : `` Two years previous to diagnosis I started taking her to the GP thinking something was n't right .
`` She was toe walking and complaining of headaches .
They said she 's far too young , it could be stomach pain and kids ca n't tell you what kind of pain it is .
`` I do n't think they really listened to me .
`` Then she started vomiting .
She would wake up in the middle of the night and vomit and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was keeping her off nursery thinking she had a bug but she 'd be fine in the day .
`` A few times she woke up in the morning and would n't be able to walk .
I took her to A & E panicking and they said she 's got a water infection .
`` She was toe walking and they said her toes are growing , she 's had a bit of a growth spurt . ''
Naomi , who works at the hospital as a maternity support worker , gave @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hear back about her daughter 's epilepsy referral .
`` They sent Nuala to see the epilepsy nurse on the 15th January , '' she said .
`` She had started to lose her motor skills so once we left the nurses must have been talking and thought it was something ; i.e a brain tumour .
`` The next morning I got a phone call to bring Nuala into A & E to be tested by a doctor . ''
The results of an MRI scan on January 16 showed that Nuala @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was transferred to Alder Hey Children 's Hospital .
Recalling the moment she was learnt the devastating news , Naomi said : `` They did n't know if they were going to be able to operate because the tumour was that big .
`` If there was nothing they could do then we would lose Nuala .
`` I was distraught .
It 's all such a blur .
`` The only thing I can really remember is running off the children 's ward and getting through the double doors and collapsing .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
He said he 'll never forget those screams .
`` One of the midwives I work with literally dragged me into the staff room and was trying to calm me down .
I was so lucky to have that support straight away .
Nuala was taken straight to a high dependency unit on the Neurology ward at Alder Hey .
She was given a high dosage of steroids to reduce the swelling around the tumour , which would make it easier to operate on .
Before the operation on January 23 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they did n't operate Nuala would n't make it to see her fourth birthday .
`` The night before I recorded her reading We 're Going On a Bear Hunt so I would n't forget her voice , in case she never spoke again , '' she said .
`` Because one of the things they said when she comes round from surgery is that she might be mute because of where the tumour was . ''
The 10-hour surgery successfully removed 100 % of the tumour and Nuala was discharged from hospital @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` As soon as she saw she cried 'mummy mummy ' and I could n't stop crying .
`` I just knew she was going to be OK as soon as they said they got all of the tumour out .
`` It was one of the most amazing moments ever . ''
The tumour was found to be a benign tumour called Pilocytic Astrocytoma , meaning Nuala did not need to receive any chemotherapy or radiotherapy .
She now attends monthly physiotherapy appointments and must undergo an MRI scan every six months @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` The percentage of it coming back is really low because of the type of tumour it was .
`` They asked us would we be willing to donate the tumour to Cancer Research so they can use it in future research because they do n't normally see a tumour that big .
`` We donated the tumour to Cancer Research and Nuala 's scans for training other doctors and to use in reports and stuff . ''
Naomi said : `` I ca n't thank Alder Hey enough .
`` Every single @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been involved with Nuala has been amazing .
`` Even down to the staff in the shop and the way they talk to the kids , it 's like they 've been told to be extra nice . ''
Speaking of her daughter 's surgeon Dr Mallucci , Naomi said : `` He was so amazing .
`` The way he spoke to us and explained everything so we could understand , we were starstruck from the moment we met him .
`` We just knew it was him - that he was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Naomi and Daniel have had the Alder Hey elephant tattooed on their arm , along with the date of Nuala 's surgery .
Nuala started primary school in September and has received her wishes of getting a pet dog and a trip to DisneyLand planned for 2021 since the operation .
Naomi added : `` It 's just made us realise as a family how lucky we are with the support we 've got around us , from family , friends and work colleagues - we are so lucky . ''

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Three-year-old Nuala Carson suffered headaches , vomiting bouts and was walking on her toes for two years before doctors diagnosed her with a brain tumour that needed to be removed
Mum records toddler's 'last words' before surgery which could claim her voice
A mum said she recorded her daughter's "last words" after she was told life-saving surgery would mean she may never speak again.
Three-year-old Nuala Carson suffered headaches, vomiting bouts and was walking on her toes for two years before doctors worked out what was wrong.
Nuala's mum Naomi Carson said they had been going back and forth to the doctors and were dismissed until she suffered from a seizure on December 11 last year and was rushed to Arrowe Park Hospital in Wirral.
Medics initially suspected Nuala may have epilepsy and she was referred for a specialist appointment, the Liverpool Echo reports.
Three weeks later, after undergoing tests including an MRI scan, her mum and dad Daniel, 30, were told the devastating news that Nuala had a brain tumour.
Image: Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS) Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS)
The youngster was transferred to Alder Hey Children's Hospital where doctors said is they did not operate Nuala would not live to see her fourth birthday on February 14.
Before she had her operation Naomi recorded Nuala reading the children's book We're Going on a Bear Hunt, after she was told surgery may cause her to lose her voice.
But fast forward 11 months and Nuala, who is now four, has made an amazing recovery.
Thankfully she can still speak after the surgery which was successful in removing 100% of the tumour.
Nuala has been registered blind since the operation and the right side of her body has been affected but Naomi said she is "happy and healthy".
Naomi has spoken out about what happened and would like to pay thanks to all of the staff at Alder Hey, including surgeon Dr Mallucci, who saved Nuala's life.
The 28-year-old from Birkenhead said: "Two years previous to diagnosis I started taking her to the GP thinking something wasn't right.
Image: Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS) Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS)
"She was toe walking and complaining of headaches. They said she's far too young, it could be stomach pain and kids can't tell you what kind of pain it is.
"I don't think they really listened to me.
"Then she started vomiting. She would wake up in the middle of the night and vomit and then fall back asleep.
"I was keeping her off nursery thinking she had a bug but she'd be fine in the day.
"A few times she woke up in the morning and wouldn't be able to walk. I took her to A&E panicking and they said she's got a water infection.
"She was toe walking and they said her toes are growing, she's had a bit of a growth spurt."
Naomi, who works at the hospital as a maternity support worker, gave birth to twin boys while waiting to hear back about her daughter's epilepsy referral.
Image: Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS) Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS)
"They sent Nuala to see the epilepsy nurse on the 15th January," she said.
"She had started to lose her motor skills so once we left the nurses must have been talking and thought it was something; i.e a brain tumour.
"The next morning I got a phone call to bring Nuala into A&E to be tested by a doctor."
The results of an MRI scan on January 16 showed that Nuala had a large brain tumour and she was transferred to Alder Hey Children's Hospital.
Recalling the moment she was learnt the devastating news, Naomi said: "They didn't know if they were going to be able to operate because the tumour was that big.
"If there was nothing they could do then we would lose Nuala.
"I was distraught. It's all such a blur.
Image: Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS) Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS)
"The only thing I can really remember is running off the children's ward and getting through the double doors and collapsing.
"My husband said I was screaming. He said he'll never forget those screams.
"One of the midwives I work with literally dragged me into the staff room and was trying to calm me down. I was so lucky to have that support straight away.
Nuala was taken straight to a high dependency unit on the Neurology ward at Alder Hey.
She was given a high dosage of steroids to reduce the swelling around the tumour, which would make it easier to operate on.
Before the operation on January 23, Naomi said she was told that if they didn't operate Nuala wouldn't make it to see her fourth birthday.
"The night before I recorded her reading We're Going On a Bear Hunt so I wouldn't forget her voice, in case she never spoke again," she said.
Image: Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS) Naomi Carson/Liverpool Echo WS)
"Because one of the things they said when she comes round from surgery is that she might be mute because of where the tumour was."
The 10-hour surgery successfully removed 100% of the tumour and Nuala was discharged from hospital four days later.
Naomi said: "As soon as she saw she cried 'mummy mummy' and I couldn't stop crying.
"I just knew she was going to be OK as soon as they said they got all of the tumour out.
"It was one of the most amazing moments ever."
The tumour was found to be a benign tumour called Pilocytic Astrocytoma, meaning Nuala did not need to receive any chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
She now attends monthly physiotherapy appointments and must undergo an MRI scan every six months at Alder Hey.
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Naomi said: "The percentage of it coming back is really low because of the type of tumour it was.
"They asked us would we be willing to donate the tumour to Cancer Research so they can use it in future research because they don't normally see a tumour that big.
"We donated the tumour to Cancer Research and Nuala's scans for training other doctors and to use in reports and stuff."
Naomi said: "I can't thank Alder Hey enough.
"Every single person that we've met and has been involved with Nuala has been amazing.
"Even down to the staff in the shop and the way they talk to the kids, it's like they've been told to be extra nice."
Speaking of her daughter's surgeon Dr Mallucci, Naomi said: "He was so amazing.
"The way he spoke to us and explained everything so we could understand, we were starstruck from the moment we met him.
"We just knew it was him - that he was going to save our little girl."
Naomi and Daniel have had the Alder Hey elephant tattooed on their arm, along with the date of Nuala's surgery.
Nuala started primary school in September and has received her wishes of getting a pet dog and a trip to DisneyLand planned for 2021 since the operation.
Naomi added: "It's just made us realise as a family how lucky we are with the support we've got around us, from family, friends and work colleagues - we are so lucky."


thedailymirror--2020-12-14--TV detective joins hunt for man missing for 23 years after walking into toilet

The elderly couple arrested on suspicion of murdering their son are working with a former detective on a TV documentary about the case .
Charles and Doris Clark are helping Mark Williams-Thomas while under investigation in connection with the death of their son Steven .
The 23-year-old mysteriously vanished on December 28 , 1992 , after going into a public toilet in Saltburn , North Yorks , while his mum was in the ladies .
Doris , 82 , was spotted filming last month close to the spot where Steven went missing .
Both she and husband Charles , 78 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sunday but were released under investigation by Cleveland Police after their arrest in September .
They deny any wrongdoing and are trying to solve the mystery of their son ’ s disappearance .
Mr Clark , like his wife a former police officer , confirmed they agreed to do an ITV documentary .
He told the Mirror : “ We have no evidence at all of Steven being dead .
“ I think he is alive – so let ’ s look for him .
`` He went for a walk on the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ three days later by a lot of people .
He was alive in Redcar days later , from the police statements ( at the time ) .
” Asked if he thought it was unusual to film a TV documentary while under investigation for murder , he laughed , adding : “ We did not seek legal advice at all .
`` We are looking for Steven .
They are putting a TV documentary together to find him , and I don ’ t know any more than that.
” ITV and Mr @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Clarks still live in the home in Marske-by-the-Sea – three miles from Saltburn – which they shared with their son .
A mystery letter writer who named Steven ’ s “ killer ’ ” in a 1999 message to police came forward after the Mirror published extracts for the first time last month .
One witness has come forward to say that she saw him close to his family home , two hours after he was reported missing .
Steven was described as having a “ distinctive ” gait after a car accident @ @ @ @ @ @ @

EXCLUSIVE: Charles and Doris Clark are being investigated over the death of son Steven who vanished in 1992 - and are helping Mark Williams-Thomas with a new ITV documentary
TV detective joins hunt for man missing for 28 years after walking into public toilet
The elderly couple arrested on suspicion of murdering their son are working with a former detective on a TV documentary about the case.
Charles and Doris Clark are helping Mark Williams-Thomas while under investigation in connection with the death of their son Steven.
The 23-year-old mysteriously vanished on December 28, 1992, after going into a public toilet in Saltburn, North Yorks, while his mum was in the ladies.
Doris, 82, was spotted filming last month close to the spot where Steven went missing.
Both she and husband Charles, 78, were due to answer bail on Sunday but were released under investigation by Cleveland Police after their arrest in September.
They deny any wrongdoing and are trying to solve the mystery of their son’s disappearance.
Mr Clark, like his wife a former police officer, confirmed they agreed to do an ITV documentary.
He told the Mirror: “We have no evidence at all of Steven being dead.
“I think he is alive – so let’s look for him.
"He went for a walk on the beach and was then seen two or three days later by a lot of people.
He was alive in Redcar days later, from the police statements (at the time).”
Image: ITV) ITV)
Asked if he thought it was unusual to film a TV documentary while under investigation for murder, he laughed, adding: “We did not seek legal advice at all.
"We are looking for Steven.
“He is missing.
They are putting a TV documentary together to find him, and I don’t know any more than that.”
ITV and Mr Williams-Thomas were approached for comment.
The Clarks still live in the home in Marske-by-the-Sea – three miles from Saltburn – which they shared with their son.
A mystery letter writer who named Steven’s “killer’” in a 1999 message to police came forward after the Mirror published extracts for the first time last month.
One witness has come forward to say that she saw him close to his family home, two hours after he was reported missing.
Steven was described as having a “distinctive” gait after a car accident had left him with a limp.


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Flirty Ranvir and Giovanni joke about 'positions' in giggly Strictly Q&A

Ranvir Singh was in a very giggly mood as she joked about her partnership with Giovanni Pernice during a candid Q & A session .
The duo , whose relationship has kept fans guessing throughout this year 's BBC dance competition , were quizzed on their time together in the Strictly themed chat .
After spending hours together in the training room , one eager fan wanted to know if Ranvir had picked up any Italian from her Sicily born dance partner .
`` The only Italian word that I needed to hear was 'brava ' and occasionally I heard @ @ @ @ @ @ @ did something right ? ''
the Good Morning Britain host said turning to Giovanni who nodded in agreement .
Ranvir , 43 , then giggled as she asked him what the Italian word for 'positions ' is .
Moving the conversation on , another cheeky fan asked the duo what they thought the best thing about each other was .
Without pausing , Giovanni , 30 , said he admired Ranvir 's determination the most .
While Ranvir said she struggled to narrow her partner 's qualities down to just one thing before @ @ @ @ @ @ @ thing about Giovanni is that he has a heart of gold . ''
`` Ahh !
thank you , '' he responded .
`` You do though , '' gushed Ranvir .
The professional then took his turn to commend Ranvir and said her confidence had grown 'beyond all expectation ' from when she first started .
`` You could n't walk straight when you started the show and you were scared of everything .
Even me just saying , 'hi ' .
`` Look at what you have achieved , '' he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the way to the semi-final in the competition .
Smiling coyly , Ranvir replied : `` It was a very unusual experience .
It took some getting used to for me .
`` It took me a long time to just trust the process I think , '' she explained as the pair jointly smiled at the camera .
In one of the last questions , the couple were quizzed on what outfits they would want to keep from their time on the show - which led to a very sweet compliment from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ said that he would keep the sailor outfit he wore for the Jive in what became one of his last dances with Ranvir .
`` I knew you were going to say that ! ''
shrieked Ranvir as she burst into fits of giggles .
While Ranvir said she would pick the fiery red number she donned for their Week One Paso Doble .
`` Although it would have to be taken in as I 've lost quite a lot of weight since then , '' she explained .
Giovanni said that he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outfit .
`` Ahh that 's so sweet ! ''
cried Ranvir as she affectionately rubbed Giovanni 's shoulder .
After being eliminated from the show last week , Ranvir and Giovanni will be reunited on the dance floor this weekend for the Strictly final .
While they did n't make the final four , the pair had won hight praise for many of their routines with viewers also commenting on their sizzling chemistry .
Discussing her connection with the professional in a chat with the Mirror last month , Ranvir gushed : @ @ @ @ @ @ @ does n't need me to be sensational .
He sizzles all by himself .
It does n't matter whether I 'm in the room or not , he 's sizzling away .
The dances are all about being romantic and , of course , we have to make them convincing .
'You 've got to be game when you take part in Strictly .
You ca n't do things halfheartedly .
I admit , it does n't come easily .
You have to break down some of your own barriers and do things @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` It 's very intimate , '' she added .
`` Then your face is right in their face .
It 's taken a bit of getting used to . ''

LIRTY RANVIR AND GIOVANNI JOKE ABOUT 'POSITIONS' AND LAUGH 'SHE COULDN'T WALK STRAIGHT'
LIRTY RANVIR AND GIOVANNI JOKE ABOUT 'POSITIONS' AND LAUGH 'SHE COULDN'T WALK STRAIGHT'
The pair reflected on their time together as they prepare to hit the dance floor one final time as a couple this weekend
Ranvir Singh was in a very giggly mood as she joked about her partnership with Giovanni Pernice during a candid Q&A session.
The duo, whose relationship has kept fans guessing throughout this year's BBC dance competition, were quizzed on their time together in the Strictly themed chat.
After spending hours together in the training room, one eager fan wanted to know if Ranvir had picked up any Italian from her Sicily born dance partner.
"The only Italian word that I needed to hear was 'brava' and occasionally I heard that didn't I? If I did something right?" the Good Morning Britain host said turning to Giovanni who nodded in agreement.
Ranvir, 43, then giggled as she asked him what the Italian word for 'positions' is.
Image: INSTAGRAM) INSTAGRAM)
Moving the conversation on, another cheeky fan asked the duo what they thought the best thing about each other was.
Without pausing, Giovanni, 30, said he admired Ranvir's determination the most.
While Ranvir said she struggled to narrow her partner's qualities down to just one thing before she eventually replied: "The best thing about Giovanni is that he has a heart of gold."
"Ahh! thank you," he responded.
"You do though," gushed Ranvir.
Image: PA) PA) Image: BBC) BBC)
The professional then took his turn to commend Ranvir and said her confidence had grown 'beyond all expectation' from when she first started.
"You couldn't walk straight when you started the show and you were scared of everything. Even me just saying, 'hi'.
"Look at what you have achieved," he told Ranvir, who made it all the way to the semi-final in the competition.
Smiling coyly, Ranvir replied: "It was a very unusual experience. It took some getting used to for me.
"It took me a long time to just trust the process I think," she explained as the pair jointly smiled at the camera.
In one of the last questions, the couple were quizzed on what outfits they would want to keep from their time on the show - which led to a very sweet compliment from Giovanni.
Image: BBC/Guy Levy) BBC/Guy Levy)
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The former Latin Dance Champion said that he would keep the sailor outfit he wore for the Jive in what became one of his last dances with Ranvir.
"I knew you were going to say that!" shrieked Ranvir as she burst into fits of giggles.
While Ranvir said she would pick the fiery red number she donned for their Week One Paso Doble.
"Although it would have to be taken in as I've lost quite a lot of weight since then," she explained.
Giovanni said that he thought his partner should choose her waltz outfit.
"Ahh that's so sweet!" cried Ranvir as she affectionately rubbed Giovanni's shoulder.
Image: BBC / Guy Levy) BBC / Guy Levy)
After being eliminated from the show last week, Ranvir and Giovanni will be reunited on the dance floor this weekend for the Strictly final.
While they didn't make the final four, the pair had won hight praise for many of their routines with viewers also commenting on their sizzling chemistry.
Discussing her connection with the professional in a chat with the Mirror last month, Ranvir gushed: "Giovanni is so amazing, he doesn't need me to be sensational. He sizzles all by himself. It doesn't matter whether I'm in the room or not, he's sizzling away. The dances are all about being romantic and, of course, we have to make them convincing.
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'You've got to be game when you take part in Strictly. You can't do things halfheartedly. I admit, it doesn't come easily. You have to break down some of your own barriers and do things that can feel embarrassing at first.
"It's very intimate," she added. "Then your face is right in their face. It's taken a bit of getting used to."


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Christmas coronavirus rules could change as four UK nations 'look again' today

A call will be held this afternoon to `` look again '' at coronavirus rates as pressure mounts to cancel Christmas Covid rules .
Leaders of Wales , Scotland and Northern Ireland will speak to Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove after health experts demanded a U-turn .
Under rules agreed between the four UK governments , people in any tiers can travel and gather anywhere in the UK in a three-household 'Christmas bubble ' from December 23-27 .
But since they were agreed , cases have risen exponentially in London and parts of the south east - forcing a total @ @ @ @ @ @ @ England .
Wales ' First Minister Mark Drakeford today said there will be talks between the four nations of the UK that would discuss the Christmas pact .
He told the Welsh Parliament : `` I will discuss that later today , we will look at the figures again together . ''
The meeting will include Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and the first and deputy first minister of Northern Ireland , Mr Drakeford said .
The time of the meeting was not immediately available .
Boris Johnson ’ s official spokesman refused @ @ @ @ @ @ @ this lunchtime , saying : “ As has been the case throughout the pandemic , we keep all advice under constant review.
” With many people having already booked travel and made plans , the Prime Minister 's spokesman would not say how close to Christmas the advice could be changed .
He refused to rule out reducing the number of days bubble rules would last ( currently five ) , or the number of households which could mix ( currently three ) .
He said : “ We ’ ve set out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But we keep all advice under constant review.
” He said it was up to the public to remain “ cautious and vigilant ” through the Christmas period .
Labour leader Keir Starmer today demanded an urgent review by the COBRA emergency committee by lunchtime tomorrow .
He wrote : “ Any further tightening of restrictions will obviously be deeply disappointing to many across the country .
“ But the public do not want false reassurance , warm words or ducked challenges from their Prime Minister .
They want leadership.
” For @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , the British Medical Journal and Health Service Journal joined forces to call for Christmas bubbles to be axed .
The journals wrote : “ We believe the government is about to blunder into another major error that will cost many lives .
“ If our political leaders fail to take swift and decisive action , they can no longer claim to be ‘ protecting the NHS.
’ ” Earlier , a government minister repeatedly refused to rule out tightening up next week 's Christmas bubble rules .
Chief Secretary to the Treasury @ @ @ @ @ @ @ all kept under review ” and hardened guidance , saying : “ It ’ s important people do the minimum that is possible.
” Sadiq Khan also urged Boris Johnson to rethink the plan for Christmas ‘ bubbles ’ as he warned families not to hug elderly relatives .
The London mayor said he would “ encourage ” the government to “ look again ” at the five-day truce after a spike in cases in the capital .
Mr Khan said the Christmas rules are not `` mandatory '' - and offered his @ @ @ @ @ @ @ together .
`` You do n't have to give your grandmum or grandad a hug and a kiss , '' he told ITV 's Good Morning Britain .
`` Keep your windows open '' to ventilate shared spaces , he added .
The Christmas bubble rules were announced at the end of November , during the tail end of England 's four-week national lockdown , as a special system for December 23-27 .
Christmas bubbles can comprise people from up to three different households but must be exclusive and one-off - nobody can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ bubble .
They can gather in private homes , outdoor public spaces , or places of worship together - but not pubs or similar venues .
People can travel anywhere in the UK to meet up with their Christmas bubble , and the bubble can meet at multiple homes .
And in England , two households that are already joined in a `` support '' or `` childcare '' bubble only count as one household for the purposes of their Christmas bubble .
However , ministers have insisted this is the limit of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ everyone .
And Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty warned people not to hug elderly relatives , even though in a Christmas bubble it will be allowed .

mirrornews@mirror.co.uk (Mikey Smith, Dan Bloom)

Leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will hold talks with Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove as pressure mounts on Boris Johnson to axe the Christmas bubble system to save 'many lives'
Christmas coronavirus rules: Four UK nations to 'look again' in call later today
A call will be held this afternoon to "look again" at coronavirus rates as pressure mounts to cancel Christmas Covid rules.
Leaders of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland will speak to Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove after health experts demanded a U-turn to save lives.
Under rules agreed between the four UK governments, people in any tiers can travel and gather in a three-household 'Christmas bubble' from December 23-27.
But since they were agreed, cases have risen exponentially in London and parts of the south east - forcing a total of 34.2million people into Tier 3 in England.
And in a historic plea, two medical journals told Boris Johnson: “The government is about to blunder into another major error that will cost many lives."
Wales' First Minister Mark Drakeford today said there will be talks between the four nations of the UK that would discuss the Christmas pact.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
He told the Welsh Parliament: "I will discuss that later today, we will look at the figures again together."
The meeting will include Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and the first and deputy first minister of Northern Ireland, Mr Drakeford said.
The time of the meeting was not immediately available.
Boris Johnson’s official spokesman refused to rule out changes to the system this lunchtime, saying: “As has been the case throughout the pandemic, we keep all advice under constant review.”
With many people having already booked travel and made plans, the Prime Minister's spokesman would not say how close to Christmas the advice could be changed.
He refused to rule out reducing the number of days bubble rules would last (currently five), or the number of households which could mix (currently three).
Image: PA) PA)
He said: “We’ve set out the guidance for the Christmas bubbling arrangements. But we keep all advice under constant review.”
He said it was up to the public to remain “cautious and vigilant” through the Christmas period.
But as more than 34million people in England were placed in Tier 3 lockdown, Labour leader Keir Starmer today demanded an urgent review by the COBRA emergency committee by lunchtime tomorrow.
He wrote: “Any further tightening of restrictions will obviously be deeply disappointing to many across the country.
“But the public do not want false reassurance, warm words or ducked challenges from their Prime Minister. They want leadership.”
Image: Press Association Images) Press Association Images)
For only the second time in 100 years, the British Medical Journal and Health Service Journal joined forces to call for Christmas bubbles to be axed.
The journals wrote: “We believe the government is about to blunder into another major error that will cost many lives.
“If our political leaders fail to take swift and decisive action, they can no longer claim to be ‘protecting the NHS.’”
Earlier, a government minister repeatedly refused to rule out tightening up next week's Christmas bubble rules.
Chief Secretary to the Treasury Steve Barclay said “all things are all kept under review” and hardened guidance, saying: “It’s important people do the minimum that is possible.”
Sadiq Khan also urged Boris Johnson to rethink the plan for Christmas ‘bubbles’ as he warned families not to hug elderly relatives.
The London mayor said he would “encourage” the government to “look again” at the five-day truce after a spike in cases in the capital.
Mr Khan said the Christmas rules are not "mandatory" - and offered his own advice to families thinking of getting together.
"You don't have to give your grandmum or grandad a hug and a kiss," he told ITV's Good Morning Britain.
"Keep your windows open" to ventilate shared spaces, he added.
The Christmas bubble rules were announced at the end of November, during the tail end of England's four-week national lockdown, as a special system for December 23-27.
Christmas bubbles can comprise people from up to three different households but must be exclusive and one-off - nobody can be part of more than one Christmas bubble.
They can gather in private homes, outdoor public spaces, or places of worship together - but not pubs or similar venues.
People can travel anywhere in the UK to meet up with their Christmas bubble, and the bubble can meet at multiple homes.
And in England, two households that are already joined in a "support" bubble (but not a "childcare" bubble) only count as one household for the purposes of their Christmas bubble.
However, ministers have insisted this is the limit of the rules, not a guide for everyone. And Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty warned people not to hug elderly relatives, even though in a Christmas bubble it will be allowed.


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Terrifying holiday tradition that sees children tormented by 'Christmas Devil'

Christmas is a holiday that sees kids watching their favourite festive films on repeat , opening their advent calendars , and counting down the days until Santa comes - a happy time for all .
While Father Chrismas prepares to reward nice children with gifts , those who have misbehaved have been known to receive a lump of coal .
But across parts of Europe , a terrifying tradition called Krampusnacht sees people dress up in horrifying costumes to frighten children .
The story goes that good children are visited by Santa , and naughty children are visited by the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people into being nice .
The tradition takes place in countries such as Austria , Germany , Hungary , Slovenia , and the Czech Republic , where legend says Krampus would swat `` wicked '' children , stuff them in a sack , and take them away .
On December 5 the Krampus run takes place , where children are taunted by performers .
Footage from the Czech Republic shows the Christmas devil visiting a family in their house .
Young children in the video are left hysterical as they cower and run @ @ @ @ @ @ @ get away from the terrifying creature - it 's not what comes to mind when you think of Christmas .
National Geographic says the German tradition has been around for centuries .
The legendary beast Krampus , who is said to be the son of Hel in Nose mythology , appears on December 5 , now known as Krampus Night , whipping his chains and lashing his bells according to folklore .
The next morning , December 6 , children would look outside their front door to see whether the shoes they 'd @ @ @ @ @ @ @ filled with presents , which is a reward for good behaviour , or a rod , for badly behaved children .
This is how they find out their fate .
Do you have a story to share ?
We want to hear all about it .
Email us at yourmirror @ mirror.co.uk

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Is the Krampus Run the scariest Christmas tradition ever?
Is the Krampus Run the scariest Christmas tradition ever?
Footage taken in parts of Europe show children crying and cowering behind their parents as they receive a visit from the Christmas Devil - a horrifying tradition known as Krampusnacht
Christmas is a holiday that sees kids watching their favourite festive films on repeat, opening their advent calendars, and counting down the days until Santa comes - a happy time for all.
While Father Chrismas prepares to reward nice children with gifts, those who have misbehaved have been known to receive a lump of coal.
But across parts of Europe, a terrifying tradition called Krampusnacht sees people dress up in horrifying costumes to frighten children.
The story goes that good children are visited by Santa, and naughty children are visited by the "Christmas Devil" who literally beats people into being nice.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
The tradition takes place in countries such as Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovenia, and the Czech Republic, where legend says Krampus would swat "wicked" children, stuff them in a sack, and take them away.
On December 5 the Krampus run takes place, where children are taunted by performers.
Footage from the Czech Republic shows the Christmas devil visiting a family in their house.
Image: Copyright unknown) Copyright unknown)
Young children in the video are left hysterical as they cower and run to their parents in a bid to get away from the terrifying creature - it's not what comes to mind when you think of Christmas.
National Geographic says the German tradition has been around for centuries.
The legendary beast Krampus, who is said to be the son of Hel in Nose mythology, appears on December 5, now known as Krampus Night, whipping his chains and lashing his bells according to folklore.
The next morning, December 6, children would look outside their front door to see whether the shoes they'd left out the night before have been filled with presents, which is a reward for good behaviour, or a rod, for badly behaved children.
This is how they find out their fate.
Do you have a story to share? We want to hear all about it. Email us at yourmirror@mirror.co.uk


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--This Morning viewers amazed as mum plans to splurge £10K on Christmas presents

This Morning viewers were amazed when Raj Gill said she would be splurging thousands of pounds on her children 's Christmas presents .
The mum-of-two was one of two mothers who spoke to hosts Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford about her Christmas spending and revealed her plans to splurge on her children .
Raj revealed : `` I 'm going to have a massive blow out .
`` I 'm going to spend , spend , spend .
They completely deserve it , they ’ re really , really good children . ''
She added : `` They rarely ever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been a really tough year .
We 're BAME , so we 're more susceptible to Covid and they have handled it beautifully considering what they 've been through . ''
The mum-of-two explained her plans to buy beauty products and cars for her 17-year-old daughter .
Her son , however , will get gadgets and a new games console .
`` We saved quite a lot this year , '' she reasons , before saying that `` the car I ’ m looking at is £8,000 , but she deserves it , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Of course , the announcement of Raj 's plans to splurge caused quite a stir on social media .
One person tweeted : `` Of course it is up to her if she wants to spend £10k on her kids for Christmas but it must be heartbreaking for people who have lost their jobs and livelihoods to watch , it would be interesting to know if she donates anything to charity # ThisMorning `` .
A different person noted on Twitter : `` When i was a kid i got an orange a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ old barrel at Christmas # ThisMorning `` .
Meanwhile , a different viewer commented : : # ThisMorning There is no harm in treating your children , but there are families who won ’ t be able to afford anything for their children .
Christmas has become far too commercial and children are being spoiled .
We set limits every year ! ''
Elsewhere , one social media user opined : `` Watching @ thismorning and this women spent £10,000 on Christmas presents ... ?
This is disgusting and teaches kids to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ wonder the world is changing to a horrible place it is !
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# ThisMorning # christmas # presents # protest # SpeakingOut `` .
Another penned : `` # ThisMorning thousands of pounds on Christmas presents is ridiculous ...
I do n't care that `` this year is rubbish '' there is no need to go over the top ... Then again I 'm sure most people do it for `` likes '' on social media '' .
Finally , one This Morning viewer concluded that the debate was not @ @ @ @ @ @ @ me that you have two loving mothers who do the right thing within their context and I hope they have a fab Christmas .
Parents have a tough job and I think it 's sad there is so much judgement on gift expenditure .
# ThisMorning # itv # Christmas `` .
This Morning airs on weekday mornings on ITV from 10am .
What do you think about splurging thousands of pounds on children for Christmas ?
Let us know in the comments below .

Mum-of-two Raj Gill sparked debate on This Morning as she revealed to Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford that she would be spending £10,000 on her children's Christmas presents
This Morning viewers were amazed when Raj Gill said she would be splurging thousands of pounds on her children's Christmas presents.
The mum-of-two was one of two mothers who spoke to hosts Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford about her Christmas spending and revealed her plans to splurge on her children.
Raj revealed: "I'm going to have a massive blow out.
"I'm going to spend, spend, spend. They completely deserve it, they’re really, really good children."
She added: "They rarely ever ask for things.
"It's been a really tough year. We're BAME, so we're more susceptible to Covid and they have handled it beautifully considering what they've been through."
The mum-of-two explained her plans to buy beauty products and cars for her 17-year-old daughter.
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Her son, however, will get gadgets and a new games console.
"We saved quite a lot this year," she reasons, before saying that "the car I’m looking at is £8,000, but she deserves it, she's a straight-A student".
Of course, the announcement of Raj's plans to splurge caused quite a stir on social media.
One person tweeted: "Of course it is up to her if she wants to spend £10k on her kids for Christmas but it must be heartbreaking for people who have lost their jobs and livelihoods to watch, it would be interesting to know if she donates anything to charity #ThisMorning ".
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A different person noted on Twitter : "When i was a kid i got an orange a stick and a hoop off a rusty old barrel at Christmas #ThisMorning ".
Meanwhile, a different viewer commented: : #ThisMorning There is no harm in treating your children, but there are families who won’t be able to afford anything for their children. Christmas has become far too commercial and children are being spoiled. We set limits every year!"
Elsewhere, one social media user opined: "Watching @thismorning and this women spent £10,000 on Christmas presents...? This is disgusting and teaches kids to be spoilt and materialistic b******s!! No wonder the world is changing to a horrible place it is!!!! #ThisMorning #christmas #presents #protest #SpeakingOut ".
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Another penned: " #ThisMorning thousands of pounds on Christmas presents is ridiculous... I don't care that "this year is rubbish" there is no need to go over the top... Then again I'm sure most people do it for "likes" on social media".
Finally, one This Morning viewer concluded that the debate was not needed: " @thismorning Seems to me that you have two loving mothers who do the right thing within their context and I hope they have a fab Christmas. Parents have a tough job and I think it's sad there is so much judgement on gift expenditure. #ThisMorning #itv #Christmas ".
This Morning airs on weekday mornings on ITV from 10am.
What do you think about splurging thousands of pounds on children for Christmas? Let us know in the comments below.


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--Andrea McLean says she's 'trying not to think' about leaving Loose Women

Andrea McLean 's Loose Women career will come to an end tomorrow .
The show , on at the usual time of 12:30pm , will be Andrea 's last after a staggering 13 years in the role .
And on today 's show , she admitted that she may tear up before she bids the popular lunchtime show farewell .
Her colleagues Janet Street-Porter , Saira Khan and Coleen Nolan aired throwback clips picked from Andrea 's 13 years , the cameras cutting back to Andrea behind the desk .
Andrea started chuckling at the clip , admitting : `` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ not to think about it . ''
`` How do you feel ? ''
Coleen asked her .
`` About leaving on a Wednesday ? ''
Andrea joked , referencing an earlier autocue error , `` I 'm making jokes because I 'm trying not to think about leaving . ''
The preview for tomorrow 's show saw Ruth Langsford narrate a montage of Andrea 's best Loose Women moments .
`` On tomorrow 's show we say farewell to a Loose legend , '' Ruth said , `` after 13 years , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' Ruth vowed to give Andrea `` the send off she deserves . ''
Andrea previously confirmed that she was leaving after her perspective on work was changed by the pandemic .
`` You get one life , are you living it the way that you want ? ''
she posed , `` Are you doing everything you want to do ?
Are you being brave ?
Are you taking chances ?
Andrea soon broke down in tears , adding : `` Oh my goodness , I did n't mean to cry , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'll be investing her time into setting in a membership service to help women struggling with issues surrounding mental health and confidence , a cause especially close to her heart .

ANDREA MCLEAN 'TRYING NOT TO THINK' ABOUT LEAVING LOOSE WOMEN
ANDREA MCLEAN 'TRYING NOT TO THINK' ABOUT LEAVING LOOSE WOMEN
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Loose Women star Andrea McLean admitted she was laughing during today's show because she didn't want to think about leaving the role after 13 years
Andrea McLean 'trying not to think' about leaving Loose Women ahead of final episode
Andrea McLean's Loose Women career will come to an end tomorrow.
The show, on at the usual time of 12:30pm, will be Andrea's last after a staggering 13 years in the role.
And on today's show, she admitted that she may tear up before she bids the popular lunchtime show farewell.
Her colleagues Janet Street-Porter, Saira Khan and Coleen Nolan aired throwback clips picked from Andrea's 13 years, the cameras cutting back to Andrea behind the desk.
Andrea started chuckling at the clip, admitting: "I'm laughing because I'm trying not to think about it."
"How do you feel?" Coleen asked her.
Image: ITV) ITV)
"About leaving on a Wednesday?" Andrea joked, referencing an earlier autocue error, "I'm making jokes because I'm trying not to think about leaving."
The preview for tomorrow's show saw Ruth Langsford narrate a montage of Andrea's best Loose Women moments.
"On tomorrow's show we say farewell to a Loose legend," Ruth said, "after 13 years, over 1,400 shows and uncountable memories."
Image: ITV) ITV) Image: ITV) ITV)
Ruth vowed to give Andrea "the send off she deserves."
Andrea previously confirmed that she was leaving after her perspective on work was changed by the pandemic.
"You get one life, are you living it the way that you want?" she posed, "Are you doing everything you want to do? Are you being brave? Are you taking chances?
Image: ITV) ITV)
"And I realised - no."
Andrea soon broke down in tears, adding: "Oh my goodness, I didn't mean to cry, I am so sorry."
She'll be investing her time into setting in a membership service to help women struggling with issues surrounding mental health and confidence, a cause especially close to her heart.
*Loose Women airs weekdays at 12:30pm on ITV.


thedailymirror--2020-12-15--'Two killed' in helicopter crash as '3 kids pulled out alive rushed to hospital'

Two people were killed in a helicopter crash with three children pulled out of the wreckage alive , according to reports .
Locals watched in horror as the helicopter crashed into a beach north of Kaikoura , New Zealand , with a witness saying it was `` completely destroyed '' .
Three people were reportedly airlifted to hospital seriously injured .
Coastal Lodge owner Lyn Mehrtens said the helicopter spun round in circles as is plunged to the ground .
He said he heard a bang as it hit the ground .
He told Newstalk ZB : `` We just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ round .
`` It 's scary .
You 're just so helpless .
You ca n't do anything . ''
Locals tried to help until emergency services arrived at the scene .
`` Further details regarding the deceased and injured , including ages and genders , will not be released until all necessary family notifications have been carried out , '' police said in a statement .
Fire and Emergency New Zealand ( Fenz ) operational insurance team member Darryl Papesch believed the three who were rescued were children .
He told the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ having conversations with them , not a proper conversation but they knew their names and how old they were .
`` The three people injured were young ... they were n't adults , I 'd say children , definitely children . ''
Emergency services were alerted to the crash at 12.40pm .
Investigators are working to try and establish the cause of the crash .

Locals watched in horror as the helicopter crashed into a beach north of Kaikoura, New Zealand - a witness said it circled as it descended
'Two killed' in helicopter crash as '3 children pulled out alive rushed to hospital'
Two people were killed in a helicopter crash with three children pulled out of the wreckage alive, according to reports.
Locals watched in horror as the helicopter crashed into a beach north of Kaikoura, New Zealand, with a witness saying it was "completely destroyed".
Three people were reportedly airlifted to hospital seriously injured.
Coastal Lodge owner Lyn Mehrtens said the helicopter spun round in circles as is plunged to the ground.
He said he heard a bang as it hit the ground.
He told Newstalk ZB : "We just watched it go round and round and round.
"It's scary. You're just so helpless. You can't do anything."
Image: Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue) Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue)
Locals tried to help until emergency services arrived at the scene.
"Further details regarding the deceased and injured, including ages and genders, will not be released until all necessary family notifications have been carried out," police said in a statement.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand (Fenz) operational insurance team member Darryl Papesch believed the three who were rescued were children.
Image: Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue) Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue)
He told the New Zealand Herald : "We were having conversations with them, not a proper conversation but they knew their names and how old they were.
"The three people injured were young...they weren't adults, I'd say children, definitely children."
Emergency services were alerted to the crash at 12.40pm.
Investigators are working to try and establish the cause of the crash.