Horoscope today, December 27, 2024: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg

Prime Minister Keir Starmer's initial promise of change has been overshadowed by public perception of dishonesty and self-interest, with unpopular policies and political controversies contributing to his declining popularity. Accusations of cronyism and accepting freebies have drawn comparisons to previous scandals, prompting calls for increased transparency in parliament to regain public trust and avoid future lobbying controversies. While lobbying reform could boost Starmer's image, time is running out for him to address these concerns and...

Ruth Jones and James Corden kept Laura Aikman's return as Sonia in Gavin and Stacey a secret, with the cast unaware until filming. Aikman was hidden with umbrellas and given different names during auditions to maintain secrecy. The finale also featured surprising twists, including Gwen and Dave Coaches' romance, leaving Lauren Cornelius impressed with the show's perfect ending. Full Article

After her husband's sudden death in 2000, the author struggled with resilience fatigue, feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Becoming a single mother of three, with minimal support and resources, she prioritized finding work over grieving and bonding with her newborn. Despite believing in grit and determination, she learned during counseling that resilience is not innate but learned, requiring both individual effort and external support. Full Article

Gardaí in Dublin are investigating a hit-and-run incident on St Stephen’s Day that killed a married couple, Georgina Hogg Moore and Anthony “Anto” Hogg. The driver, a man in his 40s, left the scene but later surrendered to authorities and is cooperating with the investigation. Gardaí are examining the high-powered car involved and are looking into whether the driver ran a red light, with no evidence suggesting the victims were deliberately targeted. Full Article

Julia Fiander, a food enthusiast, shares her unconventional Christmas dinner choices, opting for red cabbage over sprouts and disapproving of cauliflower cheese. She highlights the versatility of post-Christmas leftovers through Gordon Ramsay's recipe for a seasonal leftover pie, emphasizing the adaptability of ingredients such as leeks, mushrooms, turkey, and ham. Fiander also mentions tips from Gordon Ramsay and Mary Berry for enhancing the pastry and sauce, while Nigella Lawson suggests using shortcrust pastry as an...

The fog patches over parts of Britain on December 27 have caused major travel delays for Brits flying out before the weekend and New Year's Celebrations. Air traffic restrictions are in place at UK airports, including Gatwick and Manchester, due to the fog. Manchester Airport is experiencing delays of over two hours, but passengers are urged to arrive early and prepare as usual. Full Article