Media roundup - River, John Brown, consumers go mobile, First Choice, retail face slow December

We bring you the buzz from the wider media sphere, across the world and across the web. This week: River to publish Weight Watchers international editions; John Brown to produce 2012 guides; Consumers go mobile for Christmas; First Choice starts 3m relaunch campaign; Retail hit by slow start for December.

River to publish seven International editions of Weight Watchers Magazine
River is delighted to announce an extension of their relationship with Weight Watchers with the publishing of an additional 7 international editions of their magazine.

John Brown to produce two guides for London 2012
With two once-in-an-era events marked in red letters on London's 2012 calendar, the capital is preparing itself for a record influx of visitors next year - and two new guides created by John Brown have been launched in readiness.

Consumers turning to mobile over Christmas, says Google
Last minute shoppers are becoming more reliant on their mobiles, with up to half of all searches for last minute Christmas gifts and store locations expected to be made using mobile devices this year, according to research from Google.

First Choice kicks off £3m relaunch campaign
First Choice, the holiday brand from tour operator TUI UK & Ireland, rolls out its £3m brand relaunch campaign next week, to solidify its brand message as "the home of all inclusive".

Retailers hit by slow start to December
The number of people hitting the high street and shopping centres in the first full week of December are down on last year, with the BRC describing the crucial festive sales period as "on a knife edge".