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Martin Scorsese pens a heartfelt tribute to his late friends, Rob and Michele Reiner, who were tragically murdered in their Los Angeles home. The couple, known for their love of laughter and championing of love, were found with their necks slit. Their son, Nick, has been charged with their murders. The entertainment industry mourns the loss of the dynamic and inspiring couple, with tributes pouring in from celebrities like Meg Ryan, Billy Crystal, and Barack Obama. Nick Reiner faces life in prison without parole or the death penalty if convicted.

Greater Manchester Police urgently seek help in finding missing Gavin, a 46-year-old white man with a stubbly beard, last seen on Church Street in Littleborough. He was wearing a cream sweater, green coat, and dark jeans. Authorities release a photo and ask for immediate contact if spotted or have information.

Christmas Miracle: First Baby Born on Christmas Day in Greater Manchester Elyanna, a healthy seven-pound thirteen-ounce baby girl, was born on Christmas morning at Saint Marys Hospital in Manchester. Her proud parents, Weeam Salah Elbeera and Mouayed Boker, from Prestwich, welcomed their daughter, making their holiday an unforgettable celebration. The Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust shared a photo of the newborn, capturing the joy of the occasion. This heartwarming event marks the start of many special stories this Christmas season in Greater Manchester.

Tragic Christmas Day murder in Devizes, Wiltshire: Retired woman in her eighties found dead after assault at Keepers Road flat. Sixty-three-year-old suspect, known to the victim, arrested on suspicion of murder. Emergency services unable to save the victim, suspect hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Local community shocked, police seeking information from residents to aid investigation.

Christmas Day in Greater Manchester was sunny and windy, with temperatures dipping to one degree Celsius at night. Boxing Day brings the best weather of the year so far, with clear skies and highs around seven degrees Celsius. However, early forecasts suggest grey, gloomy skies from Saturday, December twenty-seventh, right through to New Years Eve.

Coastguard ends search for missing swimmers off Budleigh Salterton beach; stormy conditions lead to multiple rescues and one hospitalization, highlighting the importance of heeding weather warnings and safety advice.

Boxing Day in Nottinghamshire brings a cold start with clear skies and temperatures between -2°C and 0°C. Winds pick up, making it feel chilly, and frost may form. Afternoon warms to 6°C with sunshine, but winds gust to 20mph. Evening cools to near freezing with overnight frost. Dress warmly and enjoy the sunshine while it lasts.

Tragic incident at Budleigh Salterton beach on Christmas Day, with two men missing after struggling in the chilly water. Emergency services, including Coastguard, RNLI, and police, launched a major response. One mans family has been notified, and searches continue. Public safety warnings issued due to rough conditions. Anyone with information should contact Devon and Cornwall Police.

British PM Keir Starmers Christmas message, suggesting people might head to the pub, backfired amidst pub closures and tax hikes. Since 2020, over 2,000 pubs have closed, with 412 in 2024 alone. The Labour governments budgets, including a 3.66% alcohol duty rise and employers national insurance hike, have squeezed small businesses. Online reactions were furious, accusing the government of economic illiteracy and causing job losses in hospitality. Pub landlords face minimum wage increases and loss of business rate relief, adding to their struggles.