The world’s first internet-connected doll, a smartwatch, an interactive bird, and dinosaurs are among the ‘dream dozen’ toys this Christmas.

THERE are still 82 sleeps to go but children are already thinking about what Santa will leave under the tree on Christmas Eve.

USA: A group of New York’s homeless people could have been forgiven for thinking they were dreaming when they were treated to a slap-up meal at a posh restaurant and then handed $300 (€220) each.