Christmas pharmacy opening times: Everything you need to know in Ayrshire

A family from Dumfries welcomed what could be Scotland's first baby born on Christmas Day.

Soap star Alexandra Mardell has been crowned the winner of Strictly Come Dancing’s Christmas special for 2022.

If you are planning on popping out tomorrow to grab a milk carton or some bread, you should first make sure that your local store is open.

Mrs Brown's Boys returns to our TV screens today for a Christmas special and as you can imagine things are going to be as raucous as ever for Mammy, played by Brendon O'Carroll.

Twitter to wish his fans a Merry Christmas.The Pogues frontman could be seen sitting in a chair while wearing a black top and a gold cross necklace.In the clip, Shane smiled and said: “Happy Christmas everybody,” before waving to the camera.The singer added in the caption: “Happy Christmas everyone and thank you for all your messages and prayers.”More than 400 fans soon flocked to the comments to wish Shane a Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas.Fergal penned: “Happy Christmas to the man and his lady...mind yourself and thank you for the music.”Bridie wrote: “Happy Christmas and happy birthday Shane. We listened to you tonight and you made my 92-year-old mother cry, bless her she loves you.”While Rich exclaimed: “If only there were a suitable record to mark the occasion!”And Roxana echoed: “Got Fairytale Of New York blasting now, the best Christmas song ever in my book.

In the past Scots have tried their lottery luck during the festive period hoping to bring home a huge jackpot.

Instagram earlier this week to reveal that he and Francesca had been separated for 18 months but were trying to be "the best parents possible".Ashley reunited with his childhood sweetheart, with the couple having been together for 16 years before calling it quits 18 months ago.However, they didn't let their separation get in the way of them giving their small children Rose, three and Micah, two, the best Christmas Eve.Francesca shared a picture of the family before they went out, with Ashley reposting it before they went to the Father Christmas Experience on Marsh Farm where they met Santa.Sharing to her 110,000 followers on Instagram, Francesca thanked her followers for their "love and support" before wishing them a Merry Christmas.She posted a short clip of her and Ashley flashing a smile to the camera while the dad-of-two held his children in his arms.In another clip shared with her Instagram followers, Francesca compiled various bits of their special family day out.Many social media users took to the comments on her post to compliment the former couple for their amazing "co-parenting" skills.Emilieashley said: "I absolutely love co-parenting you're both doing for your children. I'm totally in awe of me and my ex, we just can't do it."We're continually at loggerheads and it's sad for my two babies.

It's Christmas Day, which means that King Charles III will be making his first ever Christmas Speech later this afternoon.

Arnold Schwarzenegger didn't let the holiday get in the way of his workout, as he took to Instagram Saturday to chronicle his exercise routine, and wish his followers a happy holiday.The action star, 75, was clad in a red sweater that had alternating patterns of reindeers and Christmas trees, along with reflective glasses that were embedded with his signature line from The Terminator, 'I'll be back.'The ex-California governor - who took part in Veteran's Day festivities last month - was seen working on exercises for his biceps, triceps and shoulders on the crisp, cool day in Southern California. The latest: Arnold Schwarzenegger, 75, didn't let the holiday get in the way of his workout, as he took to Instagram Saturday to chronicle his exercise routine, and wish his followers a happy holiday'You see it doesn't really matter whether its Christmas Eve or not - that's what it is today, but we're still working out,' the Austria-born star said in the clip.

Some Scots may want to know what train services will be available over the festive period this year.

With Christmas and New Year comes bank holidays, meaning many branches will be closed next week and the week following.

The Scottish Highlands is the only part of the UK likely to see a white Christmas, according to the Met Office. Christmas is likely to be wet and cloudy for a lot of the country with the heavy snowfall coming two weeks too early to give most people a white Christmas.

It is officially Christmas this weekend, meaning you might be wanting pop to the shops over the next couple of days to get in some last-minute essentials.

Keanu Reeves rocked a biker look on Wednesday when he enjoyed a motorcycle ride in Malibu before doing some last-minute Christmas shopping. The John Wick superstar, 58 – who is gearing up for the fourth chapter of his megahit franchise – epitomized cool in a sturdy black jacket and dark jeans. Reeves chatted with his fellow bikers at a Malibu pitstop before heading over to the seaside enclave's ritzy Country Mart.  Too cool for school: Keanu Reeves, 58, rocked a biker look on Wednesday when he enjoyed a motorcycle ride in Malibu before doing some last-minute Christmas shoppingThe elusive actor's stylish red-and-black helmet matched his backpack.  Designer shades kept Keanu's flowing mane out of his face, showcasing his unmistakable identity.After enjoying some conversation with his biker buddies, the beloved action hero strolled over to the Fred Segal boutique and did some browsing. Reeves then visited a store called Surfing Cowboys, where shoppers can buy a variety of beachy items, from casual apparel to vintage surfboards.  Just one of the guys: The John Wick star chatted with his fellow bikers at a Malibu pitstop before heading over to the seaside enclave's ritzy Country Mart Last-minute shopping: After enjoying some conversation with his biker buddies, the beloved action hero strolled over to the Fred Segal boutique and did some browsingIt was recently confirmed that Reeves will play John Wick a fifth time in the spin-off film Ballerina, which will star Ana de Armas in the lead role of a killer ballerina who hunts down the assassins responsible for murdering her family. The grueling four-month shoot for John Wick: Chapter 4 wrapped just over a year ago and has been in post-production ever since.The cast and crew

Christmas is coming at the end of the week, and soon after the big day comes we will be in the infamous limbo that is Boxing Day.

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Keeping it in the family. When Prince William proposed to Princess Kate while on a trip to Africa in 2010, he did so with his late mother’s sapphire engagement ring.

The plug could be pulled on North Ayrshire Christmas lights next year if budget plans are ushered in.

With the festive spirit setting in across many households, some may want to share their Christmas joy with visitors.