Queen's Christmas tree goes up at Windsor Castle while Her Majesty conducts virtual engagements
Clearly Queen Elizabeth knows how to keep calm and carry on. As magnificent (and huge) Christmas trees went up on Thursday around Windsor Castle, Her Majesty conducted two virtual engagements. We would not be able to focus on Zoom calls while this level of Christmas decorating was going on in our home. READ MORE: Mike Tindall shares sweet details about son's joint royal christening with Princess Eugenie's baby But the 95-year-old monarch did just that, chatting virtually with Nigerian ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola, who was accompanied by his wife.
© Provided by Are Media Pty Ltd Tis the season! Celebrities are kicking off the festive season with family photos, Santa, and lots of presents. As expected, they are leaving no moment behind to capture the joy of the happiest time of the year. Ah, the most wonderful time of the year is almost upon us, and in the lead, up to the grand day, it's tradition to visit Santa, put up a tree and sing some carols.
For families with young children, it's all the more special to dress up the kids in their best dress to head over to a local department shore to visit the big red man.
Even though there is sometimes a long line, the anticipation in the air makes any length of the wait even more exciting.
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Once inside, a winter wonderland awaits, with elves, lollies, and faux snowflakes, and as the children gasp with glee, some babies will end up in tears despite Santa's jolly bellow.
No matter the experience, those pictures will live on forever as they adorn desks, make the cover of annual Christmas cards, and sprinkle Instagram.
Some of your favourite Aussie celebrities have headed inside the land of mystic Noel, and their family portraits are as delightful as a surprise gift.
Here are their most festive and adorable shots – oh, it's so adorable seeing them get into it!
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David Campbell
David Campbell
As expected, the Campbell's get very invested in Christmas (just like their epic Halloweens), and for 2021 they have aced it with a big tree, matching pyjamas, Santa hats, and all the decorations you could want.
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Along with his wife Lisa and their three children Betty, Billy, and Leo, they visited Santa for some high energy pictures, and the glee on their faces says it all!
Taking to his Instagram, David shared this fun caption, "Santaland is here, and it's awesome. The kids loved the train ride and getting to meet ???????? to tell him how good they have been this year. How great are the photos?! So fun. It's officially ???? time #unriddlechristmas #billyandbetty #leo #myerchristmas."
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David Campbell
David wrote alongside this adorable picture, "Ok everyone look at the camera and smile ????!"
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David Campbell
Their parents are actors, and it clearly shows that performance is in their genes cause these three kids look ready for a Christmas campaign.
In the video below watch David give a tour of his Christmas decorations.
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Sylvia Jeffreys
Sylvia Jeffreys and Peter Stefanovic
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Santaland is meant to be for kids, but Peter looked entirely in his element as he got right into the festive vibe, and his wife couldn't have been more chuffed to get these perfect and hilarious pictures.
She took to Instagram to post a slew of their animated shots, and the TV couple clearly had some trouble getting their sons Oscar and Henry to react with their level of enthusiasm.
"No one has ever enjoyed Santaland more than @peter_stefanovic ???????? Lots of excitement about our first trip to the North Pole and Christmas as a family of four. ???? @myer," she wrote.
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Sylvia Jeffreys
Sylvia's colleague, Belinda Russel commented on the post, "So special. ????????❤️."
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Sylvia Jeffreys
Not even faux snowless could get a smile from Oscar or Henry.
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Fifi Box
Fifi Box
The radio host kept it no secret that getting a pic with Santa and her daughters Daisy and Trixie is a complicated endeavour. Alongside this cute family picture, she detailed the reality behind her worried smile.
Jerry O'Connell and stars attend the Hollywood Christmas Parade
Jerry O'Connell and celebrities got into the holiday spirit as they attended the 89th annual Hollywood Christmas Parade to benefit Marine Toys for Tots on Sunday eveningThe 47-year-old comedic actor and talk show host took part in the longstanding Los Angeles tradition with celebrities including The Talk co-host Sheryl Underwood, Danny Trejo and Erik Estrada.
"Santa photo done ✅???? This was as close as we got to a successful photo; Santa and Trixie nailing it, Daisy attempting to escape between screams, and I think my face says it all ???? Brilliant Santa experience at @myer ????????," she hilariously penned.
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Fifi Box
On her Instagram Stories, she made light of the different emotions in the picture by labelling each person with their own vibe.
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Fifi Box
Fifi's good friend Carrie Bickmore's youngest daughter, Addie, also came along and played with her BFF Daisy.
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What the weather will be like on Christmas Day .
Here is what the weather will be like on Christmas Day around the country. SydneyAccuWeather is forecasting a rainy Christmas Day in Sydney. A passing shower in the morning will be followed by a rainy afternoon.Temperatures will be a mild 20-24C degrees, but throughout the day it will be cloudy and humid.MelbourneAccuWeather forecasts a hot Christmas Day in Melbourne, with no rain and not a cloud in the sky.A high of 28C will cool down to 17C at night. © Getty Christmas decorations are seen in the Bourke Street Mall in Melbourne.
Clearly Queen Elizabeth knows how to keep calm and carry on. As magnificent (and huge) Christmas trees went up on Thursday around Windsor Castle, Her Majesty conducted two virtual engagements. We would not be able to focus on Zoom calls while this level of Christmas decorating was going on in our home. READ MORE: Mike Tindall shares sweet details about son's joint royal christening with Princess Eugenie's baby But the 95-year-old monarch did just that, chatting virtually with Nigerian ambassador Sarafa Tunji Isola, who was accompanied by his wife. 
For years, women have fought and struggled to have the same rights and privileges as men, but increasingly, in recent years, men have lent their voices in support of the movement. There are now more men than ever who identify as feminists and fight to protect the rights of women. British actor Benedict Cumberbatch recently played the role of a cruel, misogynistic rancher in the film 'The Power of the Dog.' In an interview with Sky News, Cumberbatch addressed how the movie mirrors real life. "We need to fix the behavior of men. You have to kind of lift the lid on the engine a little bit," he told the interviewer. "I think it’s ever-relevant, and in a world that’s questioning and ripping into and finally pointing out the inadequacies of the status quo and the patriarchy, it’s even more important." He acknowledged that men often become defensive when these subjects are raised, but that when it comes to the subject of inequality, "we just have to shut up and listen." Various other male stars are speaking publicly about feminism. Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hardy, Jason Sudeikis, and even Prince Harry are just a few of the famous faces to endorse women’s rights and call for equality between the sexes. Click through the gallery for a look at some of the famous men who are proud feminists. 
Fan-favorite actor Ben Stiller and his comedic roles marked a generation in the 1990s and 2000s. If there's any doubt, here's a compilation of his hits and misses. Browse through and look back at Stiller's incredible career, listed from worst to best. 
These days it seems like almost every movie is expected to launch a franchise, but even some of the most popular and profitable films of the past have never had a sequel. Some we want to experience again because they were so amazing, while others left us with the feeling that the story just wasn't complete. From box-office hits to cult favourites, here are 20 movies that deserve a sequel. 
Jerry O'Connell and celebrities got into the holiday spirit as they attended the 89th annual Hollywood Christmas Parade to benefit Marine Toys for Tots on Sunday eveningThe 47-year-old comedic actor and talk show host took part in the longstanding Los Angeles tradition with celebrities including The Talk co-host Sheryl Underwood, Danny Trejo and Erik Estrada. 
