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Brits deem Mr Blobbys novelty hit as the worst Christmas number one, topping a poll of two thousand people. The track, released in 1993, dominated the top ten, with other novelty songs like Bob the Builders theme and Ladbabys sausage roll parodies also making the list. Despite their memorability, these tracks are largely considered cringe-worthy earworms. Classics like Queens Bohemian Rhapsody and Shakin Stevens Merry Christmas Everyone fared better, while Kylies XMAS took this years number one over Whams Last Christmas, showing that nostalgia has its limits.

Erika Kirk, at Turning Point USAs AmericaFest, honored Caleb Chilcutt with a Charlie Kirk Courage Award. A slip-up led to a viral moment, with Erika correcting grift to gift and grit, sparking social media debate. The event marked the first major gathering since Charlie Kirks assassination. Erika and Chilcutt had a public feud, but later met for a productive talk.

Timothy Loehmann, the former Cleveland police officer who fatally shot Tamir Rice, has been fired again from his job as a ranger at Snowshoe Resort Community District in West Virginia. This marks the fourth time in seven years hes left a small department amid public backlash, following his history of lying on job applications and controversial shootings.

Letters to the editor highlight Palestine Action hunger strikers plight, media silence, and political indifference. Jane Kremer from Lisburn applauds activists courage, while Cornelia Allan from Hatfield points out mistletoes poisonous nature. Keith Nieland from Oakley shares his switch to a Honda e:NY1 Elegance. Readers also share their responses to how are you? with Sarah Carter from Canterbury saying medium and Joyce Blackledge from Formby declaring shes still here.

Record-breaking Channel crossings: Over 800 migrants make the dangerous journey in a single day, pushing 2023s total to nearly 41,500, as France plans to stop boats at sea and Germany imposes harsher penalties on smugglers.

Dame Ann Limb, a Labour peer, admitted to not completing a PhD at the University of Liverpool, despite her old CV and honorific use of Doctor. She plans to correct any misleading information, as her nomination by Number 10 is defended by her roles at Lloyds Bank Foundation and the University of Surrey. Shes stepping down from the Kings Foundation to take up her peer role, amidst increased scrutiny on Lords nominees.

Birmingham pharmacist warns of Christmas Tree Syndrome this holiday season, triggered by mold, dust, pollen, and chemicals on real and artificial trees. Symptoms include sneezes, coughs, watery eyes, and asthma flare-ups. Prevention tips include hosing down real trees, wiping artificial ones, setting them in cool, airy spots, and using air purifiers. Seek relief from a pharmacist or doctor for over-the-counter antihistamines, nasal sprays, or eye drops.

Scottish Labour MSP Pam Duncan-Glancy, elected in 2021, has decided not to seek re-election to Holyrood next year due to her friendship with a convicted sex offender, Sean Morton. Despite Labour praising her for resigning as education spokeswoman earlier this month, she has chosen to step aside to avoid further distraction. Labour has confirmed her withdrawal as the candidate for Glasgow Kelvin and Maryhill, and she plans to support a Scottish Labour government in the upcoming election.

Princess Kate, radiant and in remission, attends Royal Variety Performance, shares emotional moment with cancer survivor Jessie J, and enjoys a magical evening of performances with Prince William.