3+ week, 2+ day ago (931+ words) The[Natural History Museum's first fixed gallery in years to explore "broken planet'] Natural History Museum's iconic T. Rex has received a [Starbucks releases highly anticipated holiday cups in six festive new designs]festive makeover, featuring a supersized red [This Kate Middleton-approved high street brand has your winter wardrobe sorted]Christmas jumper and Santa hat, alongside a backdrop depicting a [UK's largest one-day Christmas market returns after last year's cancellation]snowy village and starry night sky. Natural History Museum creates giant Christmas jumper for its iconic T. Rex The Natural History Museum's iconic T. Rex has received a festive makeover, featuring a supersized red Christmas jumper and Santa hat, alongside a backdrop depicting a snowy village and starry night sky. The knitted jumper is also being sold in store and online, so visitors can dress like the animatronic dinosaur - which is one of…...

3+ day, 1+ hour ago (1033+ words) Mark Wright has shared a glimpse of the lavish Christmas decorations adorning his and Michelle Keegan's home as they prepare for their first festive season with baby daughter Palma. The Only Way is Essex (Towie) star, 38, and the Brassic actor, 38, welcomed their first child in March 2025. They began dating in 2012 and were married in 2015. In an Instagram video posted on Wednesday (26 November), Wright said this year's festive celebrations would be "extra special." Footage showed wreaths and ribbons cascading down their home's entrance, with a huge Christmas tree decked out in lights and baubles as the centrepiece. Inside Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan's lavish first Christmas with daughter Palma Mark Wright has shared a glimpse of the lavish Christmas decorations adorning his and Michelle Keegan's home as they prepare for their first festive season with baby daughter Palma. The Only Way…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago (986+ words) Kate Middleton stunned the Royal Variety Performance with her dark green dress, a nod to one of Princess Diana's most iconic looks. In a post to Instagram on Wednesday (19 November), the Prince and Princess of Wales shared a behind-the-scenes clip of the Royal Variety Performance, where they met performers, celebrities - such as Sir Stephen Fry - and even Paddington Bear. Kate wore earrings previously owned by Queen Elizabeth II paired with her off-the-shoulder velvet gown for the occasion, a dress reminiscent of Diana's outfit during a state visit to Germany with then-Prince Charles in 1987. Princess of Wales gives sweet nod to iconic Diana look at Royal Variety Performance Kate Middleton stunned the Royal Variety Performance with her dark green dress, a nod to one of Princess Diana's most iconic looks. In a post to Instagram on Wednesday (19 November), the Prince and…...

4+ day, 8+ hour ago (238+ words) Scrolling through Natasha Ahmed's Instagram feed is like discovering a wonderful, eclectic treasure trove of visual delights, all stylishly curated with a designer's eye. To find out more about the fashion creator's inimitable aesthetic, we tagged along on a day at Spitalfields, where she shot custom jewellery at cult store Millie Savage and wandered round the market stalls seeking out vintage finds, all captured in glorious detail and clarity using the versatile camera specs and Galaxy AI technology of the new Samsung Galaxy S25 FE device. Simply click the video to watch. Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. Swipe for next article Scrolling through Natasha Ahmed's Instagram feed is like discovering a wonderful, eclectic treasure trove of visual delights, all stylishly curated with a designer's eye. To find out more about…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago (130+ words) Holly Bishop | Wednesday 12 November 2025 19:12 GMT A new angle shows a second perspective of how Miss Israel reacted as she stood close to Miss Palestine during a Miss Universe beauty pageant. Footage shared on social media on Sunday (9 November) appeared to show Melanie Shiraz giving Nadeen Ayoub a sideways glare as they stood next to each other during the welcome event held in Thailand. Live stream footage from the event shows that the pair were a row apart, and Ms Shiraz appeared to be glancing around the stage. Ms Shiraz refuted allegations that she had given Ms Ayoub a dirty look, stating that it was "very clear that I was simply looking toward other contestants as they came on stage, Jordan's Roya News reported....

3+ week, 5+ hour ago (251+ words) There's a new influencer in London, and he goes by the name of Trader Joe. Ellie Muir looks into why the U.S. grocery store has become such a hit among Brits, and why belonging has never been so important when it comes to fashion trends On a recent stroll through trendy East London, 25-year-old operations associate Jay Dix noticed something uncanny: everyone was dressed just like him. Every matcha-carrying creative was parading a canvas tote bag from the U.S. budget grocery store Trader Joe's, treating it with the reverence of a 24-karat gold Labubu doll. "I was getting nods from fellow Trader Joe's wearers on the street in London," says Dix. "It's like a members' club." He had been collecting bags from the grocery store since 2022, on his annual visits to family in Los Angeles, and believed he was ahead of the curve....

3+ week, 2+ day ago (1300+ words) Claudia Winkleman has blended high street and designer in her covetable wardrobe The presenter's wardrobe " steered by her stylist Sinead McKeefry " is a particularly covetable blend of cashmere, tartan, stomper boots and outrageously good outerwear. For the celebrity season, Claudia's wardrobe has been taken up a notch, thanks to the starry line-up bringing their own sartorial A-game to the castle. With the help of McKeefry, who also works with the presenter on Strictly Come Dancing, Claudia's outfits perfectly reflect the moody Scottish landscape. Her punk-infused aesthetic has even had its influence on the high street " a quick scroll on Zara, M&S or Nobody's Child this season reveals argyle, checks and capes that all feel noticeably Traitors-coded. If you're looking to inject some The Traitors aesthetic into your autumn wardrobe, here's where to buy Claudia's looks from Celebrity Traitors, including…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (422+ words) The largest-ever exhibition of the late Queen Elizabeth II's fashion, including the opulent gowns she wore for her wedding and coronation, will go on display at Buckingham Palace next year to mark the centenary of her birth, officials said Tuesday. The landmark royal exhibition will feature some 200 items " about half of them never publicly displayed before " that chart the monarch's life and her historic 70-year reign. Elizabeth, who died in September 2022 at 96, was the longest-reigning monarch Britain has ever known, and her clothing archive is considered one of the most important collections of 20th-century British fashion. She would have celebrated her 100th birthday on April 21, 2026. Highlights include a tulle bridesmaid dress worn by an 8-year-old Princess Elizabeth in 1934 and many beautifully tailored couture dresses by the monarch's most influential designer, Norman Hartnell. Hartnell was the man behind an apple-green gown the…...

4+ day, 13+ hour ago (1859+ words) Book your next trip now with these Black Friday savings from the likes of Expedia, Emirates, British Airways and more It's that time of year again when many of us start longing for a getaway. Whether you're dreaming of a cosy festive break or a warm-weather escape, several of the major travel companies are rolling out significant Black Friday discounts across flights, hotels, cruises and more. With the actual sale event fast approaching, we're already seeing companies release early, time-limited deals on holidays, giving you the chance to lock in your next trip for less. Big names, including British Airways, Jet2, G Adventures and Alton Towers, have already unveiled some of their best discounts ahead of Friday. The Independent's travel writers have teamed up with our IndyBest consumer experts to deliver you the latest savings that are actually worth snapping up....

2+ week, 4+ day ago (130+ words) Miss Israel's real reaction to Miss Palestine revealed after viral clip GrandTV Miss Israel denies giving Miss Palestine a "dirty look' as new clip emerges - A new video offered an alternative view of Miss Israel's reaction while standing near Miss Palestine at a Miss Universe beauty pageant. - The event in question was a welcome ceremony held in Thailand on 5 November. - Social media footage posted four days later appeared to show Miss Israel, Melanie Shiraz, giving Miss Palestine, Nadeen Ayoub, a sideways glare. - Live stream footage indicated the contestants were a row apart and Ms Shiraz appeared to be looking around the stage at other participants. - Ms Shiraz denied giving a 'dirty look', stating she was simply observing other contestants as they came on stage, according to Jordan's Roya News....