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Met Office map shows where SNOW will hit this week as Scandinavian cold air mass descends in -5C dip – check YOUR area

THE Met Office has revealed where snow will hit this week and warns of temperatures dropping to -5C.

Scandinavian cold air coming in from the east is expected to bring bitter gales to the UK this week.

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Shoppers in Glasgow take on the rain as 30mm falls around some areas of Scotland[/caption]
Map of Scotland showing overnight temperatures.
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A cold snap is set to hit the UK with some areas dropping to as low as -5C[/caption]
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Glaswegians brace with brollies as the rain risks turn to snow[/caption]

From today, high pressure is set to move in bringing many regions dry weather, but not for long as a freezing winds are set to hit the UK.

Met Office Chief Meteorologist Frank Saunders said: “It’s worth being aware that despite a largely pleasant week ahead, there’s a good chance the UK will experience a dip in temperatures at the weekend and into next week.

“High-pressure is set to move in, bringing along with it easterly winds, low temperatures and an increasing risk of wintry hazards like snow and ice.”

It comes after mixed conditions kicked off the start of February, including sunny spells, and a scattering of rain and fog.

Downpours over the past few days have seen up to 30mm of rainfall around some areas of Scotland, affecting Newcastle as well.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency issued five alerts and two warnings in place yesterday in preparation.

Some 40 flood alerts and eight warnings were put in place across England as well.

Today eight flood warnings and 35 flood alerts remain in place, with six removed in the last 24 hours.

Areas expected to be impacted are clustered around the south, with Salisbury attracting a slew of warnings and alerts.

The showers creep up the UK and will also affect Reading, Oxford, Slough, and Luton with alerts spread across these regions.

The Met Office has flagged that land, roads, and some properties could flood and there could be travel disruption from today.

As the week continues Brits are expected to have a big “switcharound,” as per Meteorologist Alex Deakin, as the mixed weather conditions turn into a cold snap.

As the southeasterly wind ramps up there are warnings of wintry showers with temperatures dropping significantly overnight.

It should be a dry night with a patches of freezing fog in the southeast and chilly winds remaining in the north.

Temperatures drop as low as -5C in Belfast, -3C in Birmingham, -2C in Manchester and Cardiff, and -1 in London, Newcastle and Glasgow.

The forecaster said: “As the high shifts up towards Scandinavia it means the winds have completely switched direction.

“So we start with a Westerly wind and we’re going to end the week with more of an Easterly wind and that will bring colder air as we head towards the end of the week and into the weekend.

“It is likely to turn quite a bit colder.”

From Thursday cold conditions are settling including overnight frosts and widespread settled weather.

The chance of Atlantic fronts appearing from the rest might bring the possibility of snow and Brits are told during this nationwide temperature drop they’ll probably spot some frost.

Northern and Western Scotland are most likely to see snow over on high ground with some showers across Northern Ireland as well.

Weather presenter pointing at a weather map of Europe showing wind patterns.
Meteorologist Alex Deakin warns Brits to prepare for a cold snap this week

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The £6.99 cheap Aldi perfume that scent fans are raving about as it one of the best dupes for a £76 Gucci buy 

DO you love designer perfume but can’t justify frequently splashing out on the price tag?

A bargain hunter has shared how found the perfect dupe for Gucci Floral’s Gorgeous Jasmine scent, which typically costs £76.

Hand holding Lacura Meadow Bouquet Eau de Parfum.
A bargain hunter raved about this £6.99 scent from Aldi which they claim is a designer dupe
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Amazon listing for Gucci Flora Gorgeous Jasmine perfume.
They compared it to Gucci Flora’s Gorgeous Jasmine scent which is £76
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Thankfully, her purse-friendly alternative is just £6.99 in Aldi, marking a saving of a whopping £69.

The woman showed how thinks the supermarket’s Lacura Meadow Bouquet smells nearly identical.

And judging from the green, floral packaging it even looks remarkably similar too.

Taking to the Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK., she showed snaps of her cheap find.

She wrote: “Aldi dupe £6.99 this one smells amazing there’s also a red one and a yellow one.”

According to the Gucci website, their Gucci Flora Gorgeous Jasmine has notes of Grandiflorum jasmine, combined with base notes of sandalwood and benzoin.

And many people agreed the Aldi one holds its own against the designer scent.

One person wrote: “ I bought this its amazing.”

A second added: “OMG that’s amazing my favourites.”

A third commented: “Neeeeed to try!!”

And it’s not the only Aldi dupe causing a stir with another budget fragrance being compared to a Victoria Beckham scent.

TikToker Jo was among those to get her hands on the £6.99 version of Posh’s £170 perfume – Portofino ’97 Eau de Parfum – and urged people to “run” to Aldi to pick up one for themselves.

She held up a box of the Classic Italia fragrance as she said in a video on her TikTok page: “When I found out that the latest Aldi drop, they were actually doing these perfumes, I ran.

“You cannot have enough of this perfume on you. It is exquisite. It is £6.99.

“You need to get this!”

What are the best Aldi beauty dupes?

ALDI has become well-known for its affordable beauty dupes that often rival high-end brands in terms of quality and effectiveness.

Here are some of the best Aldi beauty dupes that have garnered rave reviews:

Lacura Healthy Glow Exfoliating Tonic

Dupe for: Pixi Glow Tonic

Price: £3.99 (compared to Pixi’s £18)

Description: This exfoliating tonic contains glycolic acid and works to gently exfoliate and brighten the skin. It’s a fantastic, budget-friendly alternative to the popular Pixi Glow Tonic.

Lacura Q10 Renew Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream

Dupe for: Nivea Q10 Plus Anti-Wrinkle Day Cream

Price: £1.45 (compared to Nivea’s £10)

Lacura Caviar Illumination Day Cream

Dupe for: La Prairie Skin Caviar Luxe Cream

Price: £6.99 (compared to La Prairie’s £292)

Lacura Hot Cloth Cleanser

Dupe for: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser

Price: £3.99 (compared to Liz Earle’s £17.50)

Lacura Snapshot Ready Foundation Primer

Dupe for: Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer

Price: £5.99 (compared to Smashbox’s £26)

Lacura Miracle Cream

Dupe for: Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream

Price: £3.99 (compared to Elizabeth Arden’s £28)

Lacura Ebony Rose Face Mask

Dupe for: Fresh Rose Face Mask

Price: £6.99 (compared to Fresh’s £52)

Lacura Charcoal Clearing Mudmask

Dupe for: GlamGlow Supermud Clearing Treatment

Price: £5.99 (compared to GlamGlow’s £42)

Lacura Velvet Touch Foundation

Dupe for: Estée Lauder Double Wear Foundation

Price: £5.99 (compared to Estée Lauder’s £34)

Lacura Tinted Lip Oils

Dupe for: Rare Beauty Soft Pinch Tinted Oil

Price: £3.99 (compared to Rare Beauty’s £20)

Jo pointed out that even the bottle looks expensive and “stunning”, and said she wanted to see if any of her work colleagues commented on the scent.

“I’m going to go into work today and I’m going to see if people notice that I am wearing a very high-end fragrance, also known as Lacura Classic Italia!

“Get yourself down to Aldi. This is amazing.”

“Perfume drop in @Aldi UK right now!!! Pick up these fragrances quick!” Jo captioned her video.

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Major blow for Irish travellers as Aircoach plans to axe Dublin Airport service

A MAJOR blow is on the way for travellers as Aircoach has announced plans to axe a Dublin Airport service.

The Dublin Airport to Bray and Greystones service will cease operations later this month.

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Aircoach is set to axe their Dublin Airport to Wicklow service
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It is the only one that goes directly from Dublin Airport to Bray and Greystones.

And Wicklow Sinn Féin TD John Brady has since raised major concerns about plans with the National Transport Authority to end the service.

He is now urging the NTA and Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien to intervene and ensure there is still a direct link between Wicklow and the airport.

This comes after Aircoach confirmed that they’re reviewing their Wicklow routes and the demand for their services.

Last September, Deputy Brady met with Aircoach representatives to discuss the impact of route changes that started over the summer.

The changes included merging two routes in July, with the 703 route now part of the 702 from Greystones.

As a result, stops that were once on the 703 route in places like Killiney, Dalkey, Dun Laoghaire and Monkstown are now served by the 702.

The changes also meant that journey times now stretch to nearly three hours during peak times.

And the new proposals suggest that the 702 route will no longer service Wicklow by late February or early March.

In a statement, Aircoach said: “The goal of this review is to align our service offering to customer demand in a way that best fulfils our mission of providing quick, reliable, and frequent services for customers travelling to and from Dublin Airport.

“Aircoach is currently engaging in the necessary regulatory discussions with the NTA, and following regulatory approval, we will be in a position to communicate further on the proposed changes.”

Deputy Brady has called on the NTA and Minister O’Brien to intervene and make sure the direct service remains.

He said: “I am deeply concerned about the proposal to curtail the Aircoach service between Dublin Airport and Wicklow. The 702 Aircoach service provides a critically important bus service between the airport and Bray and Greystones.

“Currently, there are plans with the NTA to change this route and terminate the service in Dalkey; this would mean there would be no service to Wicklow.

“The proposal is to end this vital service from late February or early March. This decision will have a significant impact on residents who rely on this essential bus link to access Dublin Airport.

“The removal of the service will leave people with few viable alternatives, forcing many into their cars, which will increase traffic congestion and emissions.”

Brady is now urging Aircoach to rethink their decision to merge the routes, as he said it made the service less convenient for users.

While he added that he understands the company’s need to make commercial choices, Brady stressed the importance of reliable and accessible public transport.

He added: “Now, under new proposals before the NTA, the service will only go as far as Dalkey, effectively cutting off Greystones, Bray, and other areas from direct bus access to Dublin Airport. 

“This is a critical service, and I urge the NTA and the Transport Minister to act urgently and to guarantee that Wicklow residents are not left without a viable direct bus option to Dublin Airport.”

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Steamy EastEnders affair exposed – just days before crucial live episode viewer vote

THE steamy secret affair on EastEnders has been exposed, just before the 40th anniversary.

Viewers have tuned in to see Denise Fox (Diane Parish) grapple with her feelings for both ex Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) and hunky Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara).

Scene from EastEnders showing a woman and a man.
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Denise and Ravi’s affair has finally been exposed in EastEnders[/caption]
EastEnders scene: a man comforts a distressed woman.
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Jack thought he needed to rescue Denise from a potential robbery[/caption]
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However, it was Ravi who was the mystery man in the B&B[/caption]

On tonight’s EastEnders, shock-waves are sure to ripple through Albert Square as her hidden liaisons were finally exposed.

At the beginning of the episode, Denise was still unhappy with Ravi, and Jack was trying to be spontaneous.

He was positioned in a pop up Jacuzzi in his back terrace garden and he invited his estranged partner to join in an attempt to win her back.

This was after he previously cheated on her with Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner).

Meanwhile, after hearing that he was completely cut out of Nish’s will, Priya (Sophie Khan Levy) tried to rekindle her own relationship with Ravi.

However, Ravi told her that he was seeing someone new, and that the relationship was serious, but he did not reveal the identity of the mystery woman.

Later, Denise was busy cleaning number 20 with her loud hoover, just as Ravi planned to surprise her.

Not hearing any response, but knowing full well Denise was in the B&B, he climbed through the window.

Just after receiving news that she was appointed as a trustee over the late Nish Panesar’s businesses, Bernie Taylor caught a glimpse of a man climbing through the window.

At the Vic later, she hurriedly told Kim (Tameka Empson), Chelsea (Zaraah Abrahams) and Yolande (Angela Wynter) that their property was being burgled.

Along with Callum Highway (Tony Clay), they all rushed out to their house as a confused Denise was practically dragged out by Jack.

However, everyone was shocked to find that it was Ravi who was the man inside, as he put his clothes back on.

Priya seemed utterly broken as everyone present put two and two together.

As Denise started to explain, he interjected with his own announcement.

Denise Fox's biggest EastEnders storylines

Diane Parish who plays Denise Fox has been a regular fixture in Walford since 2006. Over the years she's been embroiled in some dramatic storylines, such as...

Being kidnapped by her husband Lucas Johnson 

  • In 2009, Denise reunited with Lucas, the father of her daughter Chelsea, unaware of the notorious EastEnders villain’s murderous ways. However, during the course of their marriage Denise finds out the truth, and after confessing to murdering Denise’s ex-husband Owen, she becomes his next victim.
  • To stop her from turning him into the police, Lucas fakes Denise’s death by killing a prostitute and claiming it’s her, all while keeping Denise prisoner locked up in the house next door. After weeks of torment, Denise finally escapes.

One night stand with Phil Mitchell

  • Denise has a one night stand with Phil in 2016 which results in a pregnancy. She gives birth to their son Raymond the following year. Denise was in a relationship with Kush Kazimi when she found out she was pregnant and he initially believed he was the father of the baby. However, her scan revealed that she was too far along with the pregnancy.
  • Afterward, Denise didn’t want to reveal to her family who the father of the baby was (although it is eventually revealed that it is Phil) and decided to give him up for adoption, a decision she later struggles to come to terms with.

Descending into poverty

  • In 2017, Denise struggles to get by due to employment and money troubles, but she hides the truth of her situation from her family and friends. Actress Denise Parish described this as “a very important story about social injustice.”
  • Denise was forced to eat out of bins to get by after her pride stopped her from using food banks, all while no one in her life knows she’s struggling. She pushed away her boyfriend Kush during her struggle, but eventually confessed to Kim about what she’d been going through. 

The Six 

  • During an explosive episode, Denise hit Nish Panesar with a champagne bottle on Christmas day 2023 and was also involved in covering up Keanu Taylor’s murder after he was stabbed by Linda Carter.
  • The after effects of this have had a huge impact on Denise, leading her to experience anxiety and hallucinations before being sectioned due to psychosis as The Six have continued to cover up the events of that night.

“I’m in love with Denise. Alright? We’re together,” he proudly claimed as Jack and Chelsea stood in disbelief.

This comes as viewers will be able to decide who Denise chooses during the highly anticipated interactive storyline as part of the show’s 40th anniversary.

For the first time ever, viewers get to vote for their choice of outcome, which will be revealed during a special live episode in anniversary week.

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Kim and Yolande rushed home from the Vic after Bernie told them the property was being robbed[/caption]
EastEnders scene: four teenagers and a woman standing together on a street at night.
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Priya was left heartbroken after the revelation[/caption]
A man from EastEnders.
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Ravi confessed that he is in love with Denise and they were ‘together’[/caption]
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Chelsea was left completely dumbfounded long with Jack Branning[/caption]

EastEnders continues on BBC One and is available to stream on iPlayer.

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The £1.85 secret weapon Princess Kate is using nonstop in her new comeback wardrobe

Collage of Kate Middleton in four different outfits.

FOR the sixth time in a row, the Princess of Wales has chosen the same look – and I’m a big fan. 

Whether it’s with her favourite Zara midi dress or a stylish wide leg trouser, it’s Princess Kate’s shoulders that catch my eye. 

Catherine, Princess of Wales, speaking with emergency services personnel.
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Princess Catherine is repeatedly relying on a style tweak that we can all make for less than £5[/caption]
Catherine, Princess of Wales, in a red coat, waves.
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Kate the ‘Together At Christmas’ Carol Service at Westminster Abbey in December wearing a tailored coat[/caption]

This week, Kate’s team said that she will no longer spill the details of where her outfits are from when she steps out for public events. 

Catherine, 43, hopes that this will draw attention away from her and pull it towards her work, after her cancer journey gave her a “new perspective”, according to a palace source. 

And while I agree that she doesn’t need to tell us about what she’s wearing and the focus should be on her brilliant work, we’ll still stop and admire what she wears – which is exactly what happened to me this week. 

For her recent outings, mum-of-three Catherine has created a structured silhouette with the use of eighties must-have, shoulder pads. 

At her first public appearance of 2025, Kate made an emotional visit to the Royal Marsden Hospital in London where she thanked staff for their “exceptional” care. 

Kate Middleton at the Royal Marsden Hospital.
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Kate Middleton at the Royal Marsden Hospital wearing a burgundy check coat[/caption]

Catherine looked understated but by no means less elegant or normal wearing a long tailored coat from Blazé Milano with a burgundy skirt by Edeline Lee. 

The bespoke maroon tartan coat with double breasted finish, that nipped her in at the waist, was accentuated further by the structure in the shoulders. 

Princess Catherine visiting a textile manufacturer in Ammanford, Wales.
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Catherine in Wales wearing hight street brand Zara and sharp-shouldered coat[/caption]

At the end of January, when the Princess of Wales visited Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice, where she is now patron, she slipped on her Zara check dress that she has worn numerous times before.

She paired it with another tailored cream coat with a similar silhouette. 

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The Princess of Wales at The National Portrait Gallery, London, in a smart blazer[/caption]

Plus on Tuesday she joined school children for a trip to the National Portrait Gallery in London wearing a brown, padded shoulder blazer. 

Tailoring is never too far away from the catwalk or the high street, with brands like Yves Saint Laurent championing power-shoulders and suiting, plus other stars like Hailey Bieber are wearing the look too. 

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Hailey Bieber is a fan of eighties inspired padded shoulders in her coats[/caption]
Bella Hadid modeling a black suit at Paris Fashion Week.
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Bella Hadid models for Yves Saint Laurent in structured tailoring trend[/caption]

But the trend and Kate’s new found and repeated love of the strong outline can be achieved for as little as £1.85. 

If you want to give your old coats or blazers a modern facelift and create definition on your figure with the angular lines strong shoulders make, you can buy shoulder pads from Amazon or your local haberdashery. 

And no, you don’t need to be a seamstress to do it either. 

Two black shoulder pads.
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Shoulder pads can be found on shops like Amazon for just £1.85[/caption]

These days a needle and thread isn’t essential, shoulder pads can be bought with sewn in bra straps that can clip onto your top, or velcro pads that you just stick to your own jacket to make the transformation fool-proof. 

Shoulder pads worn with bra straps.
You can buy shoulder pads with velco or bra strap style fastenings
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Kates fashion influence will always be there because she dresses so well and her style isn’t unattainable for us mere mortals to copy, or at least try to.

And I’ll be doing that – one shoulder pad at a time.

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