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Andy Penn, 37, from Bedfordshire said that his homemade Happy Meal hack saves him more than £1 on buying one from McDonald's, and saves him leaving the house in the cold too.

Paul Stevenson, 38, from Alvaston, Derby, says his life has transformed since having a gastric sleeve, after years of gorging on three or four takeaways a day. He's set to start work as a hospital porter.

Liam, 23, planned a Christmas-themed wedding for Georgia, 22, in last night's episode of C4's Don't Tell the Bride. While she was left in tears, viewers branded the venue a 'cut price grotto.'

Virginia biochemist Camille Schrier, 24, won the title of Miss America last night after by giving a demonstration of the catalytic decomposition of hydrogen peroxide on stage.

Dr Rosie Gilderthorp, a Plymouth-based online clinical psychologist helping parents through tough times, shares tips with FEMAIL on how to survive Christmas as a separated parent.

Speaking on the Heirpod podcast, Robert Jobson suggested that Prince Andrew's unprecedented 'early retirement' paves the way for the Sussexes to also consider taking a different path in the future.

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Festive brainteaser challenges puzzlers to find the twenty hidden Christmas songs

A festive brainteaser (pictured), created by Christmas tree retailer Hayes Garden World, has challenged Brits to find the twenty hidden festive songs in the busy graphic. The current record stands at an impressive five minutes - but can you do any better?

British Vogue editors have shared their hopes for this festive season - including a £300 white t-shirt- and revealed where they will be celebrating Christmas, including a French ski chalet.

April Wild, 29, delivered her son Grayson at home in Cheshire in a birthing pool, and her daughter, River, was eager to be part of it all, jumping in wearing her bathing suit to support her mother.

FEMAIL picked out the best present to splash on this Chrismtas when money is no object, from fancy gadgets that combine smart and sleek to comfortable and stylish clothes and accessories.

Casa Italia - voted the best in Liverpool at The British Restaurant Awards in June - has implemented a 'Let's Talk' scheme in order to encourage diners to spend quality time with their loved ones.

The woman, known as Millie, from Kent, revealed that couples would regularly flout strict visiting rules to try and get intimate while guards weren't looking at a category D British prison.

The Duchess of Cambridge, 37, looked festive in tartan as she arrived with Charlotte and Louis for the Queen's Christmas lunch at Buckingham Palace today.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's 2019 Christmas card featuring their children Princess Charlotte, Prince George and Prince Louis has been shared online.

Owner Liam Beach, 20, from Rhondda, Wales decided to dress the dogs in their very own festive jumpers, and spent an hour settling them down with treats and toys before capturing the snap.

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, 39, announced he is expecting his second child with Queen Jetsun Pema, 29, at the country's vibrant national day celebrations this week.

Sex expert Tracey Cox has handed out the 2019 Love and Relationship awards, including Miley Cyrus who flaunted her new girlfriend a day after announcing her split from Liam Hemsworth.

Princess Beatrice looked upbeat as she arrived at Buckingham Palace to attend the Queen's Christmas lunch today. dressed in a grey colourblock coat and with a sleek blow dry.

Amy Barker, 25, from Bradford. transformed her living room from dull to eye-catching using bright turquoise paint and budget accessories from the likes of TX Maxx and Tesco.

German princeCasimir Sayn-Wittgenstein-Sayn , 41, and his American-born model girlfriend Alana, 29, tied the knot at the 12th Century Schloss Sayn castle in Bendorf, Germany , in June.

A British man has gone viral after confessing that he is lonely due to his lack of friendships. Mark Gaisford, a CEO, from Kent, took to LinkedIn with a brave video confession.

EXCLUSIVE: Dogs Trust carers around the country have written letters to 'Santa Paws' from the canines they look after in hopes of finding them a forever home this Christmas.

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Kate Middleton borrowed the Queen's pearl earrings for her appearance on Mary Berry

The Queen lent the Duchess of Cambridge her pearl earrings for her appearance on A Berry Royal Christmas, which airs on BBC One tonight.  Kate Middleton, 37, borrowed the silver jubilee diamond and pearl earrings (seen left) from the monarch, 93, (seen right in May) who first wore them to celebrate her silver jubilee in 1977. Appearing alongside Prince William, left, also 37, Kate wore the glitzy drop earrings along with a  £1,018 red polka-dot dress by Alessandra Rich to film the charity segment. 

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BBC presenter Chris Latchem, 34, has revealed how he married his girlfriend Lucy after proposing 'on his knees in tears, days after his diagnosis' in 2018.

Pippa, 36, looked casually fashionable as she dressed down in skinny jeans and trainers while she went for a walk in London. She also wrapped up warm in a burgundy coat.

Queen Mathilde of Belgium, 46, looked stunning in Bastogne, Belgium, today as she joined King Philippe, 59, in commemorating soldiers who participated in the Battle of the Bulge.

FEMAIL rounded up a selection of this year's best gadgets from online and UK High Street stores to gift tech lovers for Christmas. From £9.99 sports watch to £1,599 exercise bike.

The classic gold and silver sequins face some competition: think rich reds, bold blues and emerald greens.

Jordie Turner, 22, from Saltash in Cornwall, has told how he made his Instagram dream house for £300 by shopping in bargain stores including Poundland and B&M; Bargains.

Speaking exclusively to Femail, Masterchef's London-based Billie and Jack shared their top tips on making a festive feast, from stopping Turkey from going dry to what to do with festive leftovers.

British royal biographer Penny Junor has revealed how Camilla Parker-Bowles has 'snapped' Prince Charles out of being a 'morose character' and turned him into a fun and happy royal. 

Dr Scott Miller, a London based veterinary surgeon, spoke to This Morning hosts today and even said that pine needles, from Christmas trees could be damaging to cats and dogs stomachs.

Prince Harry, 35, and Meghan Markle, 38, have taken a break from their six -week holiday to congratulate Paralympian Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson on their Sussex Royal Instagram account.

British book retailer Waterstones shared the clip on Twitter, showing how to solve the frustrating problem of gift wrapping if you're running out of paper - and users have branded the trick 'life changing'.

Morrisons colleagues Pam Abbott, 54, and Bev Kelly, 49, who work in the Wakefield store, filmed a short film, to show how unused food at the supermarket is used to help those in need.

Josephine Loewenstein lives in Richmond, South-West London. She is widowed and has three children and two teenage grandchildren.

Research by British pet food retailer Webbox Naturals has identified the dog personalities that fit best with each sign, with Taurean pet-owners favouring Beagles to match their loyal nature.

How Kate Middleton has changed from 'anxious guest needing to be rescued' to 'Queen in

A body language expert has revealed how Kate Middleton's calm and confident display at the Queen's Diplomatic Reception at Buckingham Palace was in stark contrast to her nervous appearance at her first state banquet in 2015. Speaking to Femail, Judi James noted her open smile and relaxed hands marked the Duchess of Cambridge's growing ease with high importance royal functions, hinting at her role as future Queen. Kate, 37, looked worlds away from her appearance in 2015, when she attended her first state banquet with the Queen's guests Chinese president Xi Jinping and his glamorous wife Peng Liyuan, which saw her facial expression taunt and her wringing her hands.

The £14.90 tipple, which launched in the US in October, can be drunk on the rocks, or mixed into a festive cocktail or coffee, and is available for pre-order to be shipped from December 27th.

Megan Winter, from Bristol, took to the Hinch Army Cleaning Tips Facebook group to share a photo of the pile of hair she scraped up from her carpet using a £5 broom from B&M.;

FEMAIL has compiled a selection of the best interiors items to gift this Christmas from UK High Street stores and online. Prices start at just £8 for a tea infuser to a £270 cordless vacuum cleaner.

Becca Anderson, from Charleston, shared the letter from Buckingham Palace on Instagram. The note said Meghan 'appreciated her generous words of support' and sent her 'best wishes'.

Dick, 48, and Angel, 59, converted a 40-year-old narrowboat into luxury accommodation in last night's episode of Channel 4's Escape to the Chateau - and viewers were left in awe of the transformation.

Carrie Symonds, 31, was the picture of laid back style as she joined boyfriend Boris Johnson, 55, on the steps of Number 10 this morning, hours after the Tories' landslide victory.

Playboy's new Equality Issue includes a feature called 'Once a Playmate, Always a Playmate' that includes former Playmates from 1963 to 2012.

From Baked Alaska to Tunnel of Fudge, American-based Facebook account So Yummy reveals the ultimate rundown of the best cakes of the last century.

WARNING: DISTRESSING IMAGES Amy King, 32, from Totnes, Devon, was lucky to survive and keep her baby after a series of horrific attacks by her ex-partner Jack Farley.

Savannah, 47, missed the Today show on Wednesday to have eye surgery. She later updated viewers on her social channels about her surgery.

Eric, 35, took to Instagram on Wednesday to share a photo of himself and his two children posing with Santa Claus at Trump Tower.

In a recent study by Sealy UK, over 65 per cent of the 2,058 Brits surveyed admitted to waking up feeling tired on at least three days every week. But the food we eat during the day can impact sleep.

Miles Woods, 25, from Bakersfield, California, revealed he taught a few pole dancing trick to three-year-old Keanan Castron, whom he was babysitting. A video shows off Keanan's acrobatic skills.

Bride-to-be Helen leaves super stylist Gok Wan stumped for words in tonight's episode of TLC's Say Yes to The Dress Lancashire.

Hallmark Channel aired a Zola commercial featuring two women getting married. One Million Moms, a Christian-right group, condemned the commercial.

Widow who lost her husband to cancer was vilified for marrying her best-friend's husband

Mother-of-two Katrina Hawes, 42, from New South Wales, was devastated when her husband Corey and best friend Kelly Velt both died of cancer within eighteen months of one another. But she found ended up finding love with her late friend's husband Nathan. She revealed the relationship has drawn criticism, with some suggesting it was 'disrespectful' to their former spouses. (left, Katrina and Nathan are now married; top right, Nathan with his late wife Kelly; bottom right, Katrina with herlate husband Cory.)

Beauty fans have gone wild for an 'incredible' clay mask they claim reduces break outs and acne scars in as little as one use after it was released by start up Wake Skincare after a 10,000 waiting list.

Founder of Lyme Fine Jewellery, Celia Weinstock, 34, who hails from Cheshire, followed a dairy-free and plant-based diet which landed her in hospital after a few months.

FEMAIL puts a new UK-based designer fashion app, called By Rotation, which allows you to borrow clothes from other users, to the test to find out if you can really sparkle in rented outfits.

Every week, FEMAIL sends two singletons on a blind date. Jessica, 30, and Tristam, 31, who has been single for two years reported back on their meal at the Cutting Room in Fitzrovia.

The Rodriguez children from Orlando, Florida lost their mother to cervical cancer in 2013 and their father to lymphoma three years later. Oldest sibling Samantha was 17 and cares for her siblings.

Kate, 37, showcased what is thought to be a new diamond ring, while the Queen, 93, wore what is believed to be an updated version of a favourite necklace at Buckingham Palace last night.

Chef Tom Kerridge, 46, from Marlow, who is the founder of Michelin-starred pubs in Buckinghamshire, revealed how his wife's experience of childbirth gave him utmost respect for women.

Christa D'Souza, 59, automatically turns to a younger person for help when struggling with technology. FEMAIL columnist argues it's primarily out of laziness, rather than their age.

Hannah Betts and Libby Purves shared their views on hotel room etiquette. A recent survey revealed some guests are stealing even mattresses, televisions and coffee-makers from hotels.

Appearing on today's Lorraine, Bake Off runner-up Steph Blackwell, 28, from Chester, said that having an eating disorder, which saw her binge eat and exercise excessively, didn't hold her back.

Rachel Lane, 27, from Maine, has bought $400 worth of random items while sleeping since being diagnosed with narcolepsy in 2016. She also suffers from hallucinations in her sleep.

Thomas Evelyn Scott-Ellis from London, inherited a vast fortune in 1899, and was the UK's wealthiest bachelor until he married soprano Margherita van Raalte in 1912, and had six children.

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