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Electoral Dysfunction podcast hosts Beth, Harriet, and Ruth answer your holiday questions with help from Nick Grimshaw, Angela Hartnett, and Dan Snow. They discuss everything from Christmas sprouts to prime ministers worst holiday seasons and even Larry the Cats Christmas lunch. Fans enjoy the lighthearted blend of history, cooking tips, and cat lore. Catch up on answers and laughs, or ask your own questions via WhatsApp or email. Watch the full visual festive fun on their YouTube channel.

At Holy Trinity Church in Guildford, a rector defies Church of England rules by offering stand-alone blessings for same-sex couples, as the first female Archbishop of Canterbury prepares to take office. The church grapples with same-sex issues, with conservatives warning of further division and delays, while others press ahead. Globally, the Anglican Communion faces stormy waters, with groups rejecting the new Archbishops authority and critics calling for faster reforms on safeguarding and victim redress. Despite the turmoil, hope persists as a gay couple blessed at the church insists the church is still worth fighting for.

Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman host Strictlys Christmas special, marking their final appearance on the show. The duo, who have presented together for over a decade, will front the festive episode on BBC One. Six celebrity couples will compete, with Tess and Claudia bidding farewell to the ballroom. The episode promises plenty of festive fun and will feature tributes to the presenting pairs long-standing contributions to the show.

Graham Lee, a badger rescuer, endured a year of terror after his neighbor, Susan Lupton, set his car ablaze due to a misguided obsession. Despite the ordeal, Graham is slowly regaining normalcy, but the trauma lingers as a stark reminder of the chaos that once engulfed his peaceful life.

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King Charles shares a glimpse of his Christmas message preparation, looking healthy and upbeat in official photos. The behind-the-scenes video drops today, with the full message filmed at Westminster Abbeys Henry VII Lady Chapel. The kings cancer treatment is responding well, and hes at Sandringham estate with family, preparing for Christmas celebrations.

The Reiner family is grappling with the tragic double murder of Rob and Michele Reiner, with their son Nick facing murder charges. Jake, the eldest, is stepping up as the familys emotional anchor, especially for his younger sister Romy. Despite the trauma, Jake is handling logistics for a memorial service and keeping a close eye on Romy. Nicks history of drug addiction and mental health issues adds to the familys pain.

Four Palestine Action detainees persist in hunger strikes, demanding the UK government halts arms supply to Israel, removes their terrorist label, and grants immediate bail. Kamran Ahmad, Heba Muraisi, Lewie Chiaramello, and Teuta Hoxha have been on remand for months, with Kamran hospitalized three times and Teutas sister noting her determination despite health issues. Amy Gardiner-Gibson, Qesser Zuhrah, Umer Khalid, and Jon Cink have paused their strikes due to health concerns. Legal action is being considered against the government for allegedly ignoring prison hunger strike rules.

Olivia Francis, a 12-year-old Oklahoma girl with Friedreichs ataxia, performed in the Oklahoma City Ballets Nutcracker, inspiring a new permanent role for children with disabilities. The ballet honors Olivia with the role of Olivia or Oliver, played by different children each year. This holiday season, three young performers stepped into the role, and the ballet partnered with Oklahoma Childrens OU Health to inspire hospital kids. Olivias courage opens doors for many more dreamers, keeping the magic of the Nutcracker alive.