38 minutes ago Gavin and Stacey's Sonia star kept huge show secret from her family before surprise return

Gavin and Stacey star Laura Aikman has revealed that her family only found out about her surprise return to the show when they watched the final episode on Christmas Day

Society

43 minutes ago This Morning star Ben Shephard shows off unbelievably ripped abs during Christmas Day dip

This Morning and Tipping Point presenter Ben Shephard was seen taking an icy dip in the sea in Cornwall on Christmas Day - and it looks as though he's been working hard in the gym

Politics

49 minutes ago That's one way to burn off the Christmas calories! Swimmers take advantage of mild temperatures to enjoy a Boxing Day dip (but it still looks chilly enough)

The annual Boxing Day dip has become as much a tradition as tucking into turkey or pulling open a cracker - and with almost balmy temperatures in the UK, the swimmers were out in their hundreds today.

Events

49 minutes ago President Biden gives incredible drone tour of White House in final Christmas Day message

President Joe Biden has given the world an incredible drone tour of the White House in his final Christmas Day message.

Politics

50 minutes ago Gavin & Stacey character is left out of Christmas Day finale because there was 'no room' in the script

Actor Gwynfor Roberts endeared himself to fans after playing the popular black market trader - the show's only native Welsh speaker - for a handful of episodes.

Politics

52 minutes ago Azerbaijan Airlines plane 'shot down by Russian air defences' killing 38, say government sources

The Azerbaijan Airlines plane crashed hundreds of miles away from its intended destination in Russia with dozens having being killed in the impact on Christmas Day

Events

57 minutes ago Two women stabbed to death at home on Christmas Day as teen and man rushed to hospital

Emergency services were first called to a block of apartments at around 6.35pm on Wednesday.

Events

71 minutes ago Christmas Day murders in UK flat – women found dead, man and boy injured and dog killed

Thames Valley Police's Major Crime Unit has launched a murder investigation following the deaths of two women in Bletchley, Milton Keynes, on Christmas Day. A man and boy were also injured, while a dog was killed

Events

74 minutes ago Bryson DeChambeau drops Happy Gilmore 2 Netflix bombshell after Adam Sandler trailer

Bryson DeChambeau has teased that he will feature in Happy Gilmore 2 after the trailer was released on Christmas Day, with the Netflix film set to be released in 2025

Events

84 minutes ago Two women dead and two others seriously injured after Milton Keynes stabbing on Christmas Day

A 49-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder

Events

85 minutes ago King Charles 'has clearly made up his mind' about Harry and Andrew with Christmas speech

King Charles, 76, was watched by millions of Brits as he delivered his annual Christmas Day speech yesterday, but there was no mention of Prince Harry or Prince Andrew.

Politics

85 minutes ago Christmas Day horror as two women aged 24 and 38 are knifed to death and man and teenage boy are seriously injured in stabbing attack

Two women, aged 38 and 24, have died and a man and a teenage boy suffered serious injuries following reports of a stabbing in Bletchley, Milton Keynes, on Christmas Day.

Events

92 minutes ago Beyoncé brings daughter Blue Ivy, 12, out for epic Christmas NFL halftime performance

Beyonce was joined by her 12-year-old daughter, Blue Ivy, during her epic NFL halftime performance in Houston on Christmas Day, with the youngster towering over her famous mother

Politics

94 minutes ago Man arrested after two women die and two injured in Christmas Day ‘stabbing’

A 38-year-old woman and a 24-year-old woman died at the scene.

Events

95 minutes ago King Charles reveals behind the scenes look into poignant Christmas Day speech that broke from tradition

The monarch, 76, filmed his special message from a former hospital chapel in London to emphasise the link with the nation's vital healthcare community.

Politics

97 minutes ago Body language expert reveals Prince William continues to 'cherish and protect' Kate Middleton during Christmas Day appearance

As the royals gathered on Christmas Day to make the annual stroll to St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham, there was a brief 'moment of concern' for the Princess of Wales.

Politics

1 hour ago 'Amazing' Christmas pasta recipe from The Holiday you can make with leftovers

A foodie has shared the ultimate Boxing Day treat that you can make using your Christmas leftovers, inspired by the classic festive romcom that's enjoyed year after year

Politics

2 hours ago Gavin And Stacey star Laura Aikman shares adorable moment her parents found out she was in the finale

It seems she really did take the NDA seriously as Laura's family only discovered she was returning to the sitcom while watching the highly-anticipated finale on Christmas Day.

Politics

2 hours ago Gavin & Stacey fans 'in tears' over 'perfect' ending as they hail BBC series 'the best on television'

Gavin & Stacey returned to screens on Christmas Day for the first time in five years and it's fair to say the Christmas special certainly didn't disappoint as it delivered a 'perfect' ending

Culture

2 hours ago Expert says a Boxing Day walk can help avoid 'serious crash' at Christmas

'A Boxing Day walk isn’t just a chance to enjoy the outdoors after festive indulgence', says an expert, it could be the key to avoiding a serious crash

Events