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Keith Allen turns ‘self-absorbed hipster’ to play Scrooge at Christmas

The actor will play the part in the stage production at Alexandra Palace this winter

Evening Standard

The Fraud by Zadie Smith review – a trial and no errors

Inspired by an extraordinary court case, and featuring a real-life Victorian novelist, Smith’s funny, almost flawless new novel examines identity, the notion of truth and 19th-century England and Jamaica in flux

The Guardian - UK

Items from Charles Dickens’ childhood to be displayed to mark 200-year milestone

Charles Dickens’ fans will be able to see relics from his harsh childhood in an exhibition marking 200 years since he was put to work aged 11.

Evening Standard

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‘Overrun with rats’: Charles Dickens Museum illuminates author’s factory stint

Dickens was taken out of school aged 11 to work in a London blacking factory as his father sank into debt

The Guardian - UK

Items from Charles Dickens’s childhood to be displayed to mark 200-year milestone

Dickens was just 11-years-old when he was forced to leave school in the autumn of 1823

The Independent UK

Items from Charles Dickens’ childhood to be displayed to mark 200-year milestone

Dickens was just 11-years-old when he was forced to leave school in the autumn of 1823.

The Independent UK

The Fraud by Zadie Smith review: a rich, inconsistent novel about a society in denial

ZADIE Smith has never set much store by consistency. “Unless you consider yourself some sort of human brand, which I don’t, you have to deal with the fact that different people are going to like different aspects of your work,” she once told this newspaper. “It’s not consistent. I am…

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A fake volcano, an ice-cream, a dog dressed as a shark: how I holidayed in the Aeolian Islands – without leaving Philadelphia

I’ve long dreamed of visiting these Italian islands. But who needs sea views and olive groves when you’ve got traffic-filled expressways and the Fairmount Water Works?

The Guardian - UK

Josh Barrie On the Sauce at the Lamb & Flag: One of the city’s best, but it takes a Dickens of a time to get served

It might be an old favourite, says Josh Barrie, but this pub needs to work on its service

Evening Standard

People think Timothee Chalamet's Wonka stole his look from a Muppet

It's remarkably similar to Gonzo's outfit in The Muppet Christmas Carol... remarkably

Total Film

An Internet User Called Out Timothée Chalamet’s Willy Wonka Look For Copying The Muppet Christmas Carol, And Now I Can’t Unsee It

I can't unsee the similarities after an internet user called out Timothée Chalamet for looking like a Muppet Christmas Carol character.

Cinemablend

There's already a perfect Haunted Mansion sequel story waiting to be adapted

OPINION | One version of the ride features a tragic tale that deserves to be seen on the big screen

Total Film

Farage affair is ‘a monumental PR disaster’ for exclusive bank Coutts

Private lender’s reputation is at risk after decision to cut ties with former Ukip leader and comments about him

The Guardian - UK

Simpson’s in the Strand: Owners hint of new project as famous carving trolleys and chandeliers auctioned off

Simpson’s in the Strand opened 200-years-ago and until now has remained something of a time capsule

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Daily Mirror

UK town with 'one of the most beautiful beaches' looks just like Amalfi Coast

Broadstairs has been dubbed the UK's answer to Italy's Amalfi Coast, due to its seven stunning beaches, beautiful port and the excellent food and drink scene in the town

Daily Record

Harry and Meghan are 'out of their depth' in 'brutal' showbiz industry claims actress

Harry and Meghan are failing to stay relevant in Hollywood despite their million pound deals and fresh new ideas for Netflix, an actress and screenwriter has claimed.

Daily Record

Meghan's new Netflix show is 'not going to work' as Harry plans to leave US says expert

The Duchess is reportedly working on a new Charles Dickens inspired show for Netflix whereas Prince Harry is making other plans halfway across the world.

The Guardian - UK

Best of Friends by Kamila Shamsie audiobook review – women driven apart

The close friendship between two women from Karachi who are high flyers in London is put to the test when a figure from their past reappears

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Daily Record

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's 'struggles' for deals reflects the 'state of Hollywood'

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have recently faced numerous tough hits to their business after their Spotify axe earlier this month.

Daily Record

Kate Middleton criticised for expensive outfit 'mishap' while William launches homeless campaign

The Princess of Wales was seen at the Order of the Garter service wearing a £1,000 dress that was almost identical to another frock she wore to the Royal Ascot last year.

Daily Record

Piers Morgan left 'surprised' by Sarah Ferguson's reply to text about cancer diagnosis

The 58-year-old broadcaster has opened up about the Duchess of York's "astoundingly selfless" nature and said he was pleasantly surprised by her response to his text message about her cancer news.

The Guardian - UK

Robert Gottlieb obituary

American editor who worked with many celebrated authors including Anthony Burgess, Doris Lessing and Joseph Heller

Daily Record

Harry and Meghan's next project set to be Charles Dickens inspired TV show

The Duke and Duchess are said to be focusing their attention onto a new show for Netflix inspired by the Dicken's novel Great Expectations after their Spotify axe last week.

The National (Scotland)

Actor Mark Ruffalo calls on PM to tax the rich or end up with US-style healthcare

THE Hollywood actor Mark Ruffalo has criticised Prime Minister Rishi Sunak for not sufficiently increasing tax on the wealthiest people in the UK.

Cinemablend

Shots Fired At Harry Potter After Franchise Actress Says It ‘Wasn’t Important’

Harry Potter actress reveals why she felt the franchise “wasn’t important” to her.

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