News Bulletin of 26 December 2025, 12pm

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Melrose Arch's Destination Christmas a huge success
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Melrose Arch's Managing Director, Natalie Stewart, says this year's Destination Christmas has been a huge success.
The seasonal event features illuminated decorations across the public spaces and runs during the festive period.
Stewart says since the Destination Christmas launched in November, they have been hosting a large number of families:
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Mogorosi Foundation donates food parcels at Joseph Gerard Home for the Aged
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The Mogorosi Foundation donated food parcels and slippers to residents of the Joseph Gerard Home for the Aged and hosted a Christmas braai at the facility.
The foundation provided food supplies intended to last until its next scheduled donation and organised the meal as part of its annual Christmas visit.
The support supplemented the home’s limited resources and reduced pressure on caregivers responsible for daily meals.
The foundation plans to return before Easter next year to deliver additional food parcels as part of its quarterly outreach programme.
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King Charles III delivers Christmas message
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King Charles III has celebrated community courage and kindness in his Christmas message.
The King highlighted acts of bravery and community support.
He says individuals and communities have displayed spontaneous bravery, naturally putting themselves in harm's way to defend others:
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Hilary Duff returns with 1st album in over a decade
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Hilary Duff is back with her first album in over a decade.
The Younger star announced that her new LP, Luck… or Something, will be released on 20 February 2026.
Duff shared the news on Instagram, saying the album is full of “late night anxiety and a little chaos”.
The announcement follows the recent release of her single “Mature,” her first new song in 10 years.
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