Boots has launched a Liz Earle advent calendar priced at £75 with some iconic treats on offer

Christmas is pretty much around the corner now that August is slowly coming to an end. With that in mind, Boots have decided to drop their highly anticipated Liz Earle advent calendar and beauty lovers are set to go crazy for this.

The 12 Days of Liz Earle Beauty Advent Calendar is priced at £75, where you will be treated to 12 different items ranging from luxury miniatures to full-sized products all from Liz Earle.

However, the big takeaway is that the advent calendar is worth a whopping £174.50. It's packed with plenty of beauty favourites and it is the perfect Christmas countdown for botanical skincare lovers.

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The advent calendar is now on sale at Boots (Image: Boots)

The product description at Boots says: "Embark on a journey of botanical beauty discovery this festive season with our much-coveted advent calendar, featuring 12 carefully chosen beauty surprises to delight your skin and your senses.

"Unwrap and discover both full-sizes and luxury miniatures, as you discover some of our most-loved formulas with a collection that helps leave skin feeling nourished and looking radiant."

Here is a full list of what you can expect to be included:

• Cleanse & Polish™ Hot Cloth Cleanser 30ml
• Cleanse & Glow™ Transforming Gel Cleanser 150ml
• Smooth & Glow™ Exfoliating Tonic 50ml
• Orange Flower Botanical Body Wash 200ml
• Orange Flower Hand Repair 50ml
• Instant Boost™ Skin Tonic 50ml
• Eyebright™ Soothing Eye Lotion 50ml
• Superskin™ Alt-Retinol Booster 15ml
• Skin Repair™ Hydrating Night Cream 15ml
• Skin Repair™ Light Cream 15ml
• Warm Cedarwood & Frankincense Hand Cream 50ml
• Hydrating Cream Mask 75ml
• 1 Pure Cotton Cloth

Another advent calendar that has made a comeback this year is the Sephora UK Beauty Advent Calendar. Sephora debuted their first ever beauty calendar in 2022, and it was a total knock out of the park. So much so, it was completely sold out.

If you missed out on last year, fear not. Sephora UK have just announced that you can now sign up to be on the waiting list and get first priority access when the beauty calendar hits the shelves.

The Liz Earle advent calendar is now on sale at Boots and you can buy it here. To sign up for the Sephora UK calendar waitlist, click here.

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Met Office experts predict storms set to batter London could cause a 'danger to life'

Met Office weather experts have said that thunderstorms in the capital are set to possibly cause a "danger to life". Predictions also suggest that the adverse conditions could delays to train services, dangerous driving conditions and road closures and flooding of homes and businesses 'cutting communities off'.

The yellow warning covers this evening and tomorrow morning (Friday, August 18 and Saturday, August 19). Londoners have been told to prepare for potentially hazardous, rain, lightning strikes and hail between 8pm until 5am in the city, as well as areas further north in East Anglia and nearer the south coast.

A spokesperson for the weather service said: "There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded quickly, with damage to some buildings from floodwater, lightning strikes or hail. There is a small chance of fast-flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life.

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Roads 'could be closed and bus services disrupted' (Image: Jac Depczyk)

"Where flooding or lightning strikes occur, there is a chance of delays and some cancellations to train and bus services. Spray and sudden flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures

"There is a small chance that some communities become temporarily cut off by flooded roads. There is a slight chance that power cuts could occur and other services to some homes and businesses could be lost."

Residents have been advised to keep a close eye on weather updates and travel disruptions, and to plan any necessary journeys. In addition, those whose property may be at risk from flooding have been urged to prepare a flood plan and an emergency flood kit.

Further advice on the Met Office's website reads: "It's never too late to take action and prepare for flooding. Follow these 6 simple steps to protect your home or business.

1. Check the flood advice in your area to know when and where flooding will happen
2. Charge mobile phone devices
3. Park your car outside the flood zone
4. Prepare a flood kit to help you cope in the event of flooding to your home and business
5. Store valuables up high, including electrical devices, important documents and furniture
6. Turn off gas water and electricity supplies

"If you are trapped in a building by floodwater, follow these simple instructions to keep you and your family safe:

• Go to the highest level in the building you are in
• Do not go into attic spaces to avoid being trapped by rising water
• Only go to a roof if necessary
• Call 999 and wait for help"

Experts also describe what to do when driving. Advice reads: "It is safer not to drive in thunderstorms but if you must drive you can do this more safely by:

• Slowing down
• Using main roads
• Using dipped headlights
• Giving yourself more time to react on slippery surfaces
• Keeping a bigger gap between vehicles"

The BBC too is predicting stormy weather in London but at slightly different times. The broadcaster's weather page suggests adverse conditions will hit the capital at 9pm this evening and last until 1am on Saturday.

Throughout, temperatures will remain at 20 or 21 degrees celsius, it adds.

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Live Norwood Road crash updates as crash shuts South London road and buses diverted

A South London road has been shut in both directions following a crash earlier today (Thursday, August 17).

The crash appears to have happened on Trinity Rise - which runs off Upper Tulse Hill, SW2 - just south of Brockwell Park. Norwood Road is shut as a result.

It has led to the 68, 196, 322 and 468 buses being on diversion. Traffic and travel website Inrix reads: "A215 Norwood Road in both directions blocked, delays due to accident at Trinity Rise. South of Brockwell Park. Diversion - for buses 68, 196, 322 and 468."

It remains unclear whether there have been any injuries.

The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service have been contacted for more information.

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Frightening video shows fight break out in middle of major London road

A video has circulated Twitter showing a road rage descending into a fist fight at around 5.40pm yesterday afternoon (July 15). The clip shows a raging driver punch a transit van whilst fellow motorists beep their horns.

Having had their van punched, the driver then gets out and swings wildly at the other angry driver before returning to his vehicle. At this point the person who punched the van then swings repeatedly through the driver’s open window, before returning to his car.

The Metropolitan Police confirmed no arrests have been made. One man had injured his hand.

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A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Police were called to Old Kent Road at about 17:42hrs on Tuesday 15 August following reports of a road range incident involving two men.

"One man suffered an injury to his hand as a result of the incident. No arrests have been made.

"Enquiries are ongoing."

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M&S shoppers love 'gorgeous' £59 bomber jacket with so many 5-star reviews it sells out twice

With autumn fast approaching, it's time for a wardrobe refresh. The chillier weather is already beginning to sweep the city, so what better time than now to start investing in some cute layering items?

Marks and Spencer recently shared its latest contribution to fall chic with a Padded Bomber Jacket in a toffee colour. The bomber comes in three colours, including the rust look featuring in an Instagram post.

The supermarket shared the £59 jacket to its 2 million followers and it sold out. Fans loved the "quality" and "flattering" bomber and it is in high demand - though some shoppers found it to be much more oversized than they expected.

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The high-street store captioned the post: "Tell your wardrobe the good news – The Edit’s latest drop is here." M&S then proceeded to list the outfit details for each look featured in the Reel.

Outfit 1:

• Bomber jacket – T493026
• Cargos – T591098T

Outfit 2:

• Shirt – T438109
• Jeans – T017017B

Outfit 3:

• Bomber jacket – T493026
• Top – T411477C
• Skirt – T693369

The bomber jacket is styled in two of the autumnal looks, in a toffee colour, perfect for the seasonal change. Fans instantly loved the item, with one person commenting: "LOVE the bomber."

Another shopper quickly pointed out: "Bomber jacket is sold out online," to which a customer service representative replied: "Don't worry Fiona, we're due more to arrive in Navy on Monday and Toffee is coming back August 28."

If you are desperate to get your hands on the jacket, it is available in black in sizes 6 to 24 (at time of writing). There is a zip and a relaxed fit, making it the perfect addition to an autumn wardrobe when it starts to get a little chillier.

There are even pockets for added practicality. Shoppers loved the look so much that it has previously sold out on more than one occasion.

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One person reviewed the jacket, stating: "So pleased I managed to get this jacket when it was restocked. Really love the style and colour. Looks great with jeans and dresses."

A second nostalgic fan wrote: "I love jackets like this, and this one is really good, brings back memories of my teens!" While a third person called it "perfect."

They added: "It will be ideal in autumn months with a blouse underneath and when it gets chillier will be warm. Love the toffee colour proper autumn colour."

However, some shoppers were shocked by the sizing. They said it was much bigger than they expected. One M&S fan said: "Lovely bomber jacket, very oversized though so I sized down from my usual 14 to a 10 and it’s still roomy."

A second person agreed, commenting: "The fit is generous, may want to consider a size down especially if you are not very tall." The bomber jacket rivals much more expensive looks at other retailers.

What do you think of the Topshop jacket? (Image: ASOS/Topshop)

ASOS is currently selling a very similar jacket at a higher price. The Topshop Premium Real Leather Soft Suede Oversized Bomber Jacket has a spread collar and zip fastening, available in a rust colour.

It comes in sizes 4 to 18 and also has an oversized fit with ribbed trims. There are no reviews for the jacket and it will set you back much more than the M&S dupe at £240.

Which do you prefer? Let us know in the comments.

Shop the M&S Padded Bomber Jacket for £59 in sizes 6 to 24, when it is back in stock here. Fine the Topshop Premium Real Leather Soft Suede Oversized Bomber Jacket for £240 online now.

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Lovehoney unveils saucy new advent calendar range

Lovehoney has announced that Christmas has come early, with the launch of their bestselling advent calendars returning to shelves next week. Yes, shoppers can now get their hands on three different advent calendars for individual fun and for couples to share.

The first calendar is the 24-day Lovehoney x Womanizer Couple’s Calendar, which is priced at £150, featuring the Womanizer Classic 2 vibrator worth £119.99 on its own. The entire worth of the calendar is over a whopping £425.

The advent calendar also includes the brand-new Lovehoney Mini Wand Vibrator (£34.99) – a petite and discrete version of one of Lovehoney's most iconic vibrators with power outmatching its size. Also included is the classic and timeless Glow Up Bullet Vibrator (£24.99), which can be used on its own and in conjunction with six, yes six, other products in the calendar, such as a penis stroker, anal beads, and finger sleeve.

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The Lovehoney x Womanizer calendar is worth over a massive £425 (Image: Lovehoney)

Along with 21 other amazing products spanning sex toys, bondage, games, and wellness, this year’s couples calendar is not one to miss. Up next, Lovehoney will be launching a 12-day advent calendar featuring one of their bestselling products, the Lovehoney Rose .

Worth more than £200, the rose-themed calendar features 12 incredible toys, games, and bondage accessories. The literal pick of the bunch is of course the Lovehoney Rose (£54.99) – the bestseller uses Womanizer’s Pleasure Air Technology to deliver speedy and intense orgasms through clitoral suction stimulation.

Keeping in theme with the Rose, the calendar also includes a beautiful Crystal Butt Plug (£22.99) with a ruby red jewel-tipped base. As with the couples calendar, you will also get a versatile Bullet (£24.99), which can be used to power a G-spot dildo and G-spot massager, in addition to anal beads.

They'll also be launching a calendar featuring their bestselling product, the Lovehoney Rose (Image: Lovehoney)

For couples, Lovehoney will be offering a 12-door calendar priced at £100. Worth more than £200 in total, the hero product of this calendar is the Lovehoney Dream Mini Massage Wand (£69.99). This travel-friendly rechargeable wand is perfect for couples and solo play, and with seven vibration patterns and foyr intensity levels it still packs a punch.

Similar to the other calendars, this one also features a Crystal Butt Plug (£22.99) in the colourway of the calendar, and a Remote-Controlled Bullet Vibrator (£39.99), meaning that it can be controlled hands-free by yourself or a partner, compatible with a Couple’s Cock Ring and Finger Sleeve.

Alternatively, if you’re looking for something a little different to Lovehoney, Charlotte Tilbury has announced that its 2023 Christmas Calendar will officially be dropping in September. Charlotte's Lucky Chest of Drawers will be ready to buy from September 12, 2023, and you have to be quick to get your hands on one.

The calendar retails at £180 and you'll be treated with 12 different products within each drawer. They have not yet released which specific items will be featured but from September 1 you can find out if you download the app, where they will reveal a new product each day.

The luxury brand have teased that two products will definitely be making an appearance; Charlotte's award-winning Magic Cream (travel size) and the Airbrush Flawless Filter Spray (travel size). They have also said that two full sized lip sticks will also be included within the calendar.

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Frankie Bridge in West End play that 'made her scream for real' taking over from Cheryl and Lily Allen

Frankie Bridge is starring in 2:22 A Ghost Story, and has made some new revelations about the show. She took the role over from Cheryl, who in turn succeeded Lily Allen.

The West End thriller focuses on a couple who are renovating their London house. At 2.22am, Jenny, played by Frankie, hears mysterious sounds in the house and becomes convinced it's haunted.

Her and her husband eventually invite friends over and decide to stay up until 2.22am to see what happens. Frankie herself admitted to finding the show scary.

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She told the Mirror: "Two times in a row, I’ve genuinely screamed. Even for me, being on stage, it makes me jump. I do believe there is something out there, and I do believe in mediums. I find them really comforting.”

The play has received rave reviews, with The Guardian writing "The suspense arrives eventually and the twist at the end is so clever, even for those who know what’s coming, that it sends us reeling back to the beginning in our minds. The production ultimately succeeds not because of its ramped up comedy but in spite of it.

Frankie Bridge is the latest actress to take on 2:22 A Ghost Story (Image: Seamus Ryan/PA Wire)

"It will surely win audiences once again: it has entertainment value, and there are intelligent discussions about gentrification which bring depth to the ghost story as well. But there is the sense here that having become such a machine, it risks losing its heart."

Tickets for 2:22 A Ghost Story are available from Theatre Tickets Direct. They're currently on offer and start at £24 for the remaining weekdays in August and September, with weekends starting at £30.

You can also see 2:22 A Ghost Story in nine other cities. You can book tickets for the UK tour on ATG.

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