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In the last two decades, The Polar Express has become a festive classic, starring Tom Hanks in multiple roles including The Conductor, Santa, The Hero Boy, The Hero Boy’s Dad, The Ebenezer Scrooge Puppet, The Ghost on the Train, and The Narrator. Originally wanting to play just one character, Hanks ended up portraying six due to emerging CGI technology. The film, directed by Robert Zemeckis, follows characters that are memories from the Hero Boy's real...

Gavin and Stacey fans were left in tears after the "perfect ending" to the last episode of the BBC sitcom, which saw Smithy finally propose to Nessa after years of anticipation. The episode revealed that Smithy initially failed to accept Nessa's proposal, but ultimately realized his true feelings and asked her to marry him. Fans took to social media to express their emotions, with many praising the ending as a fitting conclusion to the beloved...

After indulging in a carb-heavy Thanksgiving meal, experts explain that the food coma we experience is caused by the combination of sedatives like alcohol, tryptophan-rich foods, and a large meal diverting blood from the brain to aid in digestion. Contrary to popular belief, turkey alone isn't responsible for our drowsiness, as it contains minimal levels of tryptophan compared to other common foods. The real culprit behind the post-feast sleepiness is the high glycemic index of...

Professional dancer Kai Widdrington and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK finalist Tayce won this year’s Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special, earning the Silver Star trophy for their Cha Cha performance to Kylie and Dannii Minogue’s song. Tayce made history as the first drag performer to compete on the show and the franchise's drag queen winner, while Kai celebrated his first Strictly win. The festive special featured former champions alongside one-off contestants, with Tayce potentially returning to...

A 39-year-old man was shot dead by armed police in Worcestershire after officers were called to Fownhope Close in Redditch on Christmas Eve over concerns for his safety while wielding a knife. A police negotiator attempted to resolve the situation before the man was shot and pronounced dead, prompting West Mercia Police to refer themselves to the Independent Office of Police Conduct for investigation into the incident. The IOPC confirmed that Tasers were fired before...

Ben Whitehead has taken on the role of Wallace in Wallace and Gromit's latest film, Vengeance Most Fowl, marking the first project without the late Peter Sallis. Sallis voiced Wallace from 1989 until 2010 when his health declined. Whitehead, an Aardman veteran, brought his own flair to the character while respecting Sallis's legacy, ensuring the beloved characters have a lasting impact. Full Article