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Brits told to stock up as Nestle axes fan-favourite chocolate bar
British chocolate lovers have been told to stock up on a beloved sweet treat after Nestle announced its discontinuation.

The fan-favourite KitKat Vegan bar will be axed by the food and drinks giant despite only hitting shelves in 2021.

The initial hype around the chocolate bar waned as global demand sadly dropped.

Brits urged to stock up after Nestle axes popular KitKat Vegan chocolate bar

The dairy-free chocolate had reportedlys been unavailable in stores and online for a while, and Nestlé has now confirmed that #KitKat V has been discontinued worldwide, with the exception of the UK, due to declining sales. pic.twitter.com/T1I6SRzL9q

— Totally Vegan Buzz (@TotallyVeganCo) January 29, 2025

Discussing the move, a Nestle spokesperson said: “We know that KitKat Vegan has been popular for those looking for dairy or vegan alternatives.

“Unfortunately, global demand has been reducing to the point that production was making manufacturing more and more complex and we have now made the difficult decision to discontinue the product.”

According to the Metro, it is understood that the brand will be focussing its energies on “classic” chocolate bars.

The brand acknowledged that the controversial move would cause “some disappointment” among fans but that there would still be time for Brits to stock up.

The spokesperson added: “It will still be available in the UK and Ireland until the summer.”

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Nestle fans were understandably shocked and upset by the news with one person asking: “Nah the vegan KitKat is being discontinued?! Why are we going backwards.”

Another added: “I love these, [and] so do my kids! Maybe if they’d sold them in multi-pack and bright the price down, and put them next to the regular KitKats instead of only in the free from aisle.”

Others said the decision would only make things “harder” for vegans with some labelling the move “cruel”.

Attention all chocolate lovers! Nestle has announced that they will be discontinuing one of their fan-favorite chocolate bars, leaving Brits scrambling to stock up before it’s too late.

The beloved chocolate bar in question has not been revealed yet, but Nestle has made it clear that production will be halted soon, much to the dismay of chocolate enthusiasts everywhere.

So, if you have a particular Nestle chocolate bar that you can’t live without, now is the time to stock up before it disappears from shelves for good. Don’t wait until it’s too late to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings!

Stay tuned for updates on which chocolate bar will be axed, and make sure to grab your favorites while you still can. Let’s show Nestle just how much we love our chocolate! #SaveOurChocolatebars #NestleChocApocalypse

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February 2, 2025
Charli xcx makes it a Brat Brits as she leads awards nominations for 2025 | Ents & Arts News

The nominations for this year’s Brit Awards have been revealed – and after Brat summer, now we have a Brat Brits.

The singer, whose sixth album was a viral hit last year, leads the nominations with five nods, including artist of the year, album of the year and song of the year for her hit Guess, with Billie Eilish.

Brat, which featured simple “slime green” artwork, was a huge hit for Charli xcx, whose real name is Charlotte Aitchison – inspiring everyone from presidential candidate Kamala Harris to the Collins Dictionary, which made it its word of the year for 2024.

In the Brits race, she is closely followed by Dua Lipa, who opened the 2024 ceremony and also headlined Glastonbury last year, who has four nominations – along with 2024 rising star winners The Last Dinner Party, and 2023 Mercury Prize winners Ezra Collective.

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Dua Lipa opened the ceremony last year. Pic: Oscar Douglas

This year also sees a nomination for The Beatles – their first since 1977 – for the song Now And Then, which was finished by Sir Paul McCartney and Sir Ringo Starr with the help of audio restoration and released in November.

And more than 30 years since their last Brits nomination, The Cure are back with three – following the release of their 14th album, Songs Of A Lost World, in 2024.

Elsewhere, there are nominations for international artists such as Beyonce, Billie Eilish, Taylor Swift, Benson Boone, Chappell Roan, Kendrick Lamar and Sabrina Carpenter, as well as homegrown talent such as Central Cee, Fred again.., Sam Fender and former Little Mix star JADE.

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The Beatles released Now And Then in 2024. Pic: Apple Corps Ltd

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It is also a great year for Myles Smith, who has already been named the winner of this year’s rising star award, which recognises up-and-coming musicians at the start of their career and is always announced ahead of the ceremony.

He is also up for three other gongs on the night – best new artist, song of the year – for Stargazing – and best pop act.

“Music has always been about connecting with people, and to see it resonate on this level is incredible,” Smith said of the rising star win.

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Myles Smith is this year’s rising star winner – and also up for three other awards. Pic: JM Enternational

The winners of the songwriter and producer of the year awards will also be announced ahead of the show in the coming weeks, organisers said.

Comedian Jack Whitehall is returning to host this year’s ceremony, which takes place at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday 1 March.

It will be his first time at the helm in four years, but fifth in total, after taking on the role for four consecutive years from 2018 to 2021.

Last year’s ceremony saw singer-songwriter Raye dominating, with a record number of wins.

The full list of nominations

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Ezra Collective. Pic: Connie Rose

Album of the year
Charli xcx – BRAT
The Cure – Songs Of A Lost World
Dua Lipa – Radical Optimism
Ezra Collective – Dance, No One’s Watching
The Last Dinner Party – Prelude to Ecstasy

Artist of the year
Beabadoobee
Central Cee
Charli xcx
Dua Lipa
Fred again..
Jamie xx
Michael Kiwanuka
Nia Archives
Rachel Chinouriri
Sam Fender

Group of the year
Bring Me The Horizon
Coldplay
The Cure
Ezra Collective
The Last Dinner Party

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The Last Dinner Party. Pic: Brit Awards

Best new artist
English Teacher
Ezra Collective
The Last Dinner Party
Myles Smith
Rachel Chinouriri

Song of the year
Artemas – i like the way you kiss me
The Beatles – Now And Then
BL3SS x Camrin Watsin featuring bbyclose – Kisses
Central Cee featuring Lil Baby – BAND4BAND
Charli xcx featuring Billie Eilish – Guess featuring billie eilish
Chase & Status / Stormzy – Backbone
Coldplay – feelslikeimfallinginlove
Dua Lipa – Training Season
Ella Henderson (feat Rudimental) – Alibi
JADE – Angel Of My Dreams
Jordan Adetunji – KEHLANI
KSI featuring Trippie Redd – Thick Of It
Myles Smith – Stargazing
Sam Ryder – You’re Christmas To Me
Sonny Fodera / Jazzy / DOD – Somedays

International artist of the year
Adrianne Lenker
Asake
Benson Boone
Beyoncé
Billie Eilish
Chappell Roan
Kendrick Lamar
Sabrina Carpenter
Taylor Swift
Tyler, The Creator

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Chappell Roan. Pic: Ryan Lee Clemens

International group of the year
Amyl And The Sniffers
Confidence Man
Fontaines DC
Future & Metro Boomin
Linkin Park

International song of the year
Benson Boone – Beautiful Things
Beyoncé – TEXAS HOLD ‘EM
Billie Eilish – BIRDS OF A FEATHER
Chappell Roan – Good Luck, Babe!
Djo – End of Beginning
Eminem – Houdini
Hozier – Too Sweet
Jack Harlow – Lovin On Me
Noah Kahan – Stick Season
Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen – I Had Some Help
Sabrina Carpenter – Espresso
Shaboozey – A Bar Song (Tipsy)
Taylor Swift featuring Post Malone – Fortnight
Teddy Swims – Lose Control
Tommy Richman – MILLION DOLLAR BABY

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The Cure. Pic: Andy Vella

Alternative rock act
Beabadoobee
The Cure
Ezra Collective
The Last Dinner Party
Sam Fender

Hip-hop/ grime/ rap act
Central Cee
Dave
Ghetts
Little Simz
Stormzy

Dance act
Becky Hill
Charli xcx
Chase & Status
Fred again..
Nia Archives

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Former Little Mix star JADE. Pic: Flore Barbay

Pop act
Charli xcx
Dua Lipa
JADE
Lola Young
Myles Smith

R&B act
Cleo Sol
FLO
Jorja Smith
Michael Kiwanuka
Raye

Charli XCX, the pop sensation known for hits like “Boom Clap” and “1999,” is making waves once again as she leads the nominations for the 2025 BRAT Brits awards.

The BRAT Brits, which celebrate the best of British music and entertainment, have recognized Charli XCX’s incredible talent with multiple nominations, including Best Female Artist, Best Album, and Song of the Year.

With her infectious energy and groundbreaking music, Charli XCX has captured the hearts of fans around the world and solidified her status as a true superstar. Her unique blend of pop and electronic sounds has earned her critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base.

Fans can’t wait to see if Charli XCX will take home the top honors at the BRAT Brits awards ceremony, which will be held later this year. In the meantime, they can continue to enjoy her music and celebrate her well-deserved success.

Stay tuned for more updates on Charli XCX and the BRAT Brits as the awards season heats up!

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January 24, 2025
Full list of 2025 bank holidays – as Brits get bonus day off next year | UK | News

With the New Year fast approaching, many Brits must have already started planning for their holidays in 2025.

If you are planning ahead to maximise your long weekends in 2025, here are the official bank holiday dates. England and Wales generally have eight bank holidays each year, with occasional exceptions for special events.

Scotland typically observes nine bank holidays, while Northern Ireland has ten. In 2022, the UK enjoyed two extra bank holidays: one on June 3 to mark Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee and another on September 19 for her funeral.

In 2025 Brits will also get an extra bank holiday to mark 80 years since the end of World War II. The weekend has not yet been chosen, but it’s expected to be confirmed soon.

England:

Wednesday, January 1- New Year’s Day

Friday, April 18 – Good Friday

Monday, April 21 – Easter Monday

Monday, May 5 – Early May bank holiday

Monday, May 26 – Spring bank holiday

Monday, August 25 – Summer bank holiday

Thursday, December 25 – Christmas Day

Friday, December 26 – Boxing Day

Scotland

Wednesday, January 1- New Year’s Day

Friday, April 18 – Good Friday

Monday, April 21 – Easter Monday

Monday, May 5 – Early May bank holiday

Monday, May 26 – Spring bank holiday

Monday, August 25 – Summer bank holiday

Thursday, December 25 – Christmas Day

Friday, December 26 – Boxing Daybrate Christmas – full list

Northern Ireland

Wednesday, January 1 – New Year’s Day

Monday, March 17 – St Patrick’s Day

Friday, April 18 – Good Friday

Monday, April 21 – Easter Monday

Monday, May 5 – Early May bank holiday

Monday, May 26 – Spring bank holiday

Monday, July 14 – Battle of the Boyne (Orangemen’s Day) (substitute day)

Monday, August 25 – Summer bank holiday

Thursday, December 25 – Christmas Day

Friday, December 26 – Boxing Day

2025 Bank Holidays: Brits to Enjoy Bonus Day Off Next Year!

As we look ahead to the new year, it’s always helpful to plan ahead for those much-needed breaks and long weekends. In 2025, Brits will have the opportunity to enjoy some extra time off, with a bonus bank holiday added to the calendar.

Here is the full list of bank holidays for 2025:

1. New Year’s Day – Friday, January 1st
2. Good Friday – Friday, April 3rd
3. Easter Monday – Monday, April 6th
4. Early May Bank Holiday – Monday, May 4th
5. Spring Bank Holiday – Monday, May 25th
6. Summer Bank Holiday – Monday, August 25th
7. Christmas Day – Thursday, December 25th
8. Boxing Day – Friday, December 26th

And the bonus bank holiday:

9. Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday – Friday, June 6th

The Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday will mark the Queen’s 70 years on the throne, and will surely be a day of celebration across the country. So mark your calendars and start planning your getaways and staycations for 2025, as there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy some well-deserved time off.

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January 2, 2025
James Corden on Why Brits Are Mourning the End of ‘Gavin & Stacey’

What started as an inconspicuous boy-meets-girl tale swiftly became a cult classic in the U.K. On Wednesday night, Gavin & Stacey aired its final episode on the BBC.

James Corden and co-creator Ruth Jones began this journey years ago, long before Corden had made any impact in the U.S. with appearances in Ocean’s Eight (2018), Cats (2019) and, of course, on The Late Late Show.

The Wales and Essex-set sitcom became a career springboard for the pair, solidifying their status as comedy greats in a competitive industry as Gavin & Stacey went on to enjoy a healthy 17-year lifespan.

In every U.K. household, Gavin & Stacey is a staple of British television. It began with a man from Billericay in Essex, Gavin Shipman (Mathew Horne), and a young woman, Stacey West (Joanna Page), from Barry in Wales. They fall in love talking over the phone while working for the same company at miles-apart branches and when they first meet in episode one, they hit it off.

As the show follows their blossoming relationship (and eventual marriage), what really conjures the magic is their wider families whose lives all become intertwined as Gavin and Stacey try to make their Billericay-to-Barry relationship work.

Corden plays Smithy, Gavin’s charismatic and food-lover of a best friend, while his Barry counterpart is Jones, playing Nessa: an enigmatic, unyielding black-bobbed woman with a deadpan tone and a thick Welsh accent to boot. (The two characters, despite the show’s name, become the will-they-won’t-they couple of the entire series). Gavin’s parents, the snobbish Pamela (Alison Steadman) and sweet father Mick (Larry Lamb) attempt to welcome Stacey’s soft-spoken mother, Gwen (Melanie Walters), and excitable uncle, Bryn (Rob Brydon), across the border and into their home.

The cast of Gavin & Stacey in the 2024 finale episode.

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The cast chemistry is electric; it’s nailed-on, eccentric performances all round that have carved Gavin & Stacey into the British TV Hall of Fame. Corden and Jones are pros at spotlighting all the quirks of Welsh and English culture that resonate with their audience.

But it all culminated on Christmas Day when, after three seasons (2007-2010) and two Christmas specials (2019, 2024), the Shipman-Wests said goodnight on BBC One. Audiences were finally able to see the fallout and resolution after Nessa got down on one knee for Smithy to propose five years ago.

The cast, including Corden and Jones, were emotional as they discussed the finale at a press launch ahead of the episode’s release.

“The more I’ve thought about it, I wonder if it’s actually a lesson in patience,” Corden said about the show’s enduring popularity. “Particularly in television or the way that we consume stuff, we talk about content, we talk about consumers, and we talk about speed. And we’ve decided that speed is the single most important thing in everything that you can do.”

He continued: “I ordered it then, and it arrived then, and I watched it then. You get young people now watching things at twice the speed that it was ever meant to be formatted at. Here’s a show that ended 15 years ago, waited 10 years to tell another hour of the story, and waited five more years to end it completely. Maybe the lesson for all of us, for the people that write and talk about television, is actually time and patience and care might be the right answer for things to have longevity.”

Jones thanked Corden for their partnership, tearing up as she told him she loved him. “I think what has remained throughout all of the episodes is this sense of love: love between friends, love between family members, conventional boy-meets-girl stories and unconventional relationships [too],” she said, while Corden held her hand.

She added: “That’s remained the same and the lack of cynicism has remained the same. Basically, all the characters in the show really do love each other. Call it boring, but they do.”

Gavin & Stacey aired on BBC One at 9 p.m. London time Dec. 25 and is also available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

James Corden, the co-creator and star of the beloved British sitcom ‘Gavin & Stacey’, recently opened up about why Brits are mourning the end of the show.

In an emotional post on social media, Corden expressed his gratitude for the fans who have supported the show over the years and shared his own feelings about the end of the series.

Corden explained that ‘Gavin & Stacey’ holds a special place in the hearts of many Brits because it captured the essence of everyday life in a small town. The show’s humor, heart, and relatable characters resonated with viewers, making it a cultural phenomenon in the UK.

As the show came to an end, Corden acknowledged that saying goodbye was bittersweet. He expressed his pride in the legacy of ‘Gavin & Stacey’ and thanked the cast, crew, and fans for their dedication and love.

Despite the sadness of the show’s finale, Corden remains optimistic about the future and hinted at the possibility of a reunion or special in the future. In the meantime, he encourages fans to cherish the memories and moments that ‘Gavin & Stacey’ has brought into their lives.

As Brits continue to mourn the end of ‘Gavin & Stacey’, Corden’s heartfelt words serve as a reminder of the impact that the show has had on viewers and the lasting legacy it leaves behind.

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December 26, 2024