Met Office issues snow update as it says White Christmas 'likely' - but not for many

Snow is finally starting to fall in England.

A flood alert has been issued for parts of Greater Manchester following torrential downpours on New Year's Eve. The Environment Agency is warning the River Mersey is running high after weeks of sodden conditions and could burst its banks in parts of Stockport, south Manchester and Trafford.

The Met Office said flooding is 'possible' in parts of Greater Manchester as forecasters issued a weather warning for more heavy rainfall. After weeks of rain and sodden conditions, New Year's Day began with bright sunshine and pleasant, dry conditions.

Manchester United great Peter Schmeichel says Erik ten Hag was wrong to haul off Kobbie Mainoo at half-time during the 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Saturday afternoon. Mainoo started for the fourth match running, but the teenager was sacrificed after 45 minutes to make way for Scott McTominay.

Manchester United fans are lamenting the absence of Rasmus Hojlund in the club's clash with Nottingham Forest, although are happy that Amad has made the squad for the first time this season.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has recalled Antony to the starting line-up for this evening's clash with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground because of his ability to make runs in behind.

Kate Garraway has been seen out in public for the first time since her husband Derek Draper allegedly suffered a devastating heart attack shortly before Christmas. The Good Morning Britain presenter, 56, was seen outside a Tesco store in north London with bags filled with groceries. Despite her husband's hospitalisation, Kate looked to be in the festive spirit as she sported a jumper featuring glittery baubles and a classic red Santa hat.The mum-of-two also wore a long shimmery pleated skirt and white patent boots on the outing.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has called on his team to show the same resilience against Nottingham Forest as was possessed in the second half at Old Trafford on Boxing Day.

Manchester United could be without 10 players for their Premier League meeting with Nottingham Forest at the City Ground on Saturday evening (5.30pm).

Belle Dingle is set for another milestone in Emmerdale as she gets engaged. The character, played by Eden Taylor-Draper, has spent her whole life in the village having made her first on-screen appearance on Christmas Day in 1988, then played by twins Emily and James Mather.

It’s funky times at the holiday box office.

The Met Office has issued its latest update on whether snow will hit the UK as the year draws to an end.

King Charles III‘s Christmas Day message topped Ncuti Gatwa‘s debut in Doctor Who, dominating the UK ratings charts on December 25.

There’s plenty of brilliant telly to get stuck into this Christmas, including some fantastic dramas. One that those choosing to spend much of the festive period in front of the box can watch is Nolly, which begins tonight (27 December). While the programme originally aired on ITVX earlier this year, it will be broadcast in full on ITV in the coming days.

Timothee Chalamet probably wasn’t too pleased when he exited the Lakers game on Christmas Day.

Manchester United supporters are divided on Erik ten Hag’s decision to sell Anthony Elanga after the winger helped Nottingham Forest pull off a shock win.

The Met Office has declared this year an official white Christmas after snow fell in parts of the UK..

Derek Hough and Julianne Hough are returning as the hosts of the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade and we have everything you need to know about 2023′s special.

King Charles III is set to deliver his annual Christmas speech. It marks only the second speech delivered by a king in nearly seven decades. The pre-recorded speech will be aired live across the UK on Christmas Day, December 25.

A charity walk will take place on Christmas Day in memory of a respected Scots journalist who lost his battle with cancer last year.