22 minutes ago Ruth Langsford's Boxing Day spent in hospital with mum in first Christmas without Eamonn

Ruth Langsford has had a busy Boxing Day so far, including visiting her mother Joan in hospital, amid her first Christmas since publicly separating from Eamonn Holmes

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13 hours ago Liverpool refusal will leave Arne Slot delighted after very different Boxing Day repeat

LIVERPOOL 3-1 LEICESTER CITY: After suffering an early sucker punch at a foggy Anfield on Thursday night, Arne Slot's Premier League leaders hit back and extended their lead at the top of the table

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84 minutes ago Best John Lewis deals in the Boxing Day sale, from Le Creuset to Dyson

Enjoy deals across beauty, home, fashion, tech and more

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1 hour ago Full round up of the best and worst Wigan Boxing Night fancy dress costumes

From Star Wars and superheroes to groups of pirates or a wide-mouthed frog - Wigan's big Boxing Day fancy dress night out had it all

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18 minutes ago Three beloved pet dogs killed in tragic Scots Boxing Day horror house fire

Three pet dogs tragically died after a fire broke out in a property in Balfron, Stirling, on Boxing Day.

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43 minutes ago Manuel Akanji confident Man City will rediscover spark after frustrating run

City’s malaise now looks to have taken root after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Everton at the Etihad Stadium on Boxing Day.

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21 hours ago Man City next six fixtures compared to Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea after Everton despair

Manchester City drew 1-1 in the Premier League with Everton on Boxing Day

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2 hours ago Sales mayhem as thousands queue to snap up Boxing Day bargains at Bicester Village

Frenzied scenes erupted across Bicester Village, in Oxfordshire, as hordes of shoppers joined huge queues to snap up some of the site's biggest discounts ever.

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3 hours ago Ruben Amorim slams one Man United star as players exposed for unseen Wolves moment

Manchester United news as Ruben Amorim picks out one player after his side were beaten 2-0 by Wolves on Boxing Day and Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the second half

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43 minutes ago Manuel Akanji makes frank Man City vow after Pep Guardiola's side fail to win again

Manchester City were unable to beat Everton on Boxing Day as their slump continues, but defender Manuel Akanji insists that the champions will get back to their best

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43 minutes ago Sean Dyche senses Everton are hungry for more after run of impressive draws

The Toffees frustrated champions Manchester City in a Boxing Day Premier League encounter at the Etihad Stadium that ended 1-1.

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27 hours ago New Year’s Eve party outfits to pick up in the sales from Debenhams, Nobody’s Child and more

Are you hosting an NYE party or heading off to one? With the Boxing Day sales kicking off, today is the perfect opportunity to pick up your partywear and save some pennies

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3 hours ago Shoppers fume after spotting unlikely items on supermarket shelves on Boxing Day

They say Christmas comes earlier every year, with supermarket shelves often stocked with festive treats months before December 25 – but it's not the only holiday getting shoppers riled up early

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6 hours ago Ruben Amorim makes telling Manchester United admission as January transfer update given

The latest Manchester United news as we take a look at some of the stories around Old Trafford following a 2-0 defeat against Wolves on Boxing Day.

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1 hour ago 'Lovely' retired teacher, 72, is killed when Boxing Day fire rips through her home as emergency services probe how it started

A retired teacher was tragically killed in a Boxing Day morning fire which ripped through her Norwich home. Neighbours have since described her as a 'lovely person'.

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48 minutes ago Chris Kamara leaves Jeff Stelling in stitches with Tottenham joke during Amazon coverage

Chris Kamara returned to Premier League reporting on Boxing Day for Tottenham's trip to Nottingham Forest, in the process reuniting with former Sky colleague Jeff Stelling

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28 hours ago UK weather: Leave the umbrella at home! Boxing Day will be dry and mild and perfect for a post

Boxing Day temperatures are set to reach a high of 12C in the south-west of England, and 11C in Wales, the Met Office said.

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5 hours ago Arsenal sent £70million Matheus Cunha transfer message as Wolves stance revealed

Wolves are desperate to keep Matheus Cunha, who highlighted his quality with a Boxing Day goal against Manchester United, as the club's new manager makes his views clear on the transfer interest

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13 hours ago Youngsters ditch their families at Christmas for a boozy night out on the town in annual festive fancy dress Boxing Day bash

Wigan town centre was overflowing with revellers wearing their best gear to the nightclubs and bars along King Street in mild temperatures for this time of year.

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2 hours ago Two men arrested after 'teenage boy raped' near Harry Ramsden's restaurant

The pair were arrested on Boxing Day, Thursday December 26, on suspicion of rape and remain in police custody.

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57 minutes ago Outnumbered Christmas special slammed as 'unwatchable' by disappointed BBC viewers

The Outnumbered Christmas special has been branded as 'unwatchable' by several viewers, who were left disappointed by the BBC sitcom's return to our screens on Boxing Day

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36 hours ago John Lewis’ Boxing Day 2024 sale is live, here are the best offers on homeware and more

Bring in the New Year with brilliant bargains from everyone’s favourite one-stop-shop

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10 hours ago Fresh blow to High Street as number of Boxing Day sale shoppers tumbled by nearly 10 per cent

Experts said some bargain hunters had opted to shop online instead of visiting the shops in person.

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15 hours ago Ruben Amorim sends worrying message to Manchester United fans: 'Far from the end'

Manchester United sank to defeat at Wolves on Boxing Day, losing 2-0 at Molineux to a Wanderers side on the up under new boss Vitor Pereira

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2 hours ago Major search as Norwegian Epic cruise passenger goes missing overboard in Bahamas

The 51-year-old passenger fell overboard from the Norwegian Epic cruise ship on Boxing Day as the vessel headed toward the Bahamas, triggering a widespread search to find him

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89 minutes ago Ruben Amorim's reaction to Bruno Fernandes' red card in Man Utd defeat says it all

Bruno Fernandes was shown a second yellow card for a reckless challenge during Manchester United's 2-0 defeat away at Wolves on Boxing Day, with Ruben Amorim not impressed

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18 hours ago Handbag that looks just like designer £2k Miu Miu accessory is under £30 in Boxing Day sale

We've found a way to achieve the designer look without the expensive price tag, with this handbag that looks similar to Miu Miu's iconic Hobo Bag, but costs under £30

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16 hours ago Liverpool vs Leicester LIVE! Premier League match stream, latest score and goal updates today

Table-topping Reds close Boxing Day slate against struggling Foxes at Anfield

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2 hours ago Netflix throws another log on the fire in festive TV virtual blaze craze

Crackling fireplace edges out new series of Squid Game as streaming service’s most watched Boxing Day show in UKIt pays the world’s biggest stars and utilises the most cutting-edge special effects to entice families away from terrestrial TV over the festive period.But Netflix viewers this year were instead drawn to one of humanity’s oldest sources of fascination: fire. Continue reading...

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2 hours ago Ruben Amormin's touchline reaction sums up exactly what he thinks of Bruno Fernandes

The state of Manchester United continues to worsen, as they were handed a 2-0 defeat at Wolverhampton Wanderers on Boxing Day, while Bruno Fernandes saw red for a needless challenge

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18 hours ago Charlotte Tilbury perfumes slashed to £11 each with 'hidden' Boxing Day sale code

A secret code code gets you 40% off Charlotte Tilbury's 'magical' Boxing Day sale

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17 hours ago Manchester United player ratings vs Wolves as one player scores 2/10 in awful defeat

Man United were beaten by Wolves in the Premier League on Boxing Day and here are how the players rated at Molineux.

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4 hours ago Woman dies in Boxing Day house fire horror as emergency services race to scene

Emergency crews were called to the home in Norwich at 4am.

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3 hours ago Everton just highlighted growing Etihad Stadium issue that teams will start to use against Man City

Everton manager Sean Dyche spoke of the Etihad Stadium atmosphere as he detailed their successful game plan against Manchester City on Boxing Day

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18 hours ago Uniqlo's 'powder soft' £60 jacket that's as stylish as it is warm reduced by £40 in winter sale

Uniqlo's Boxing Day sale has launched with up to 65% off coats, jackets, jumpers and trousers

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19 hours ago Poor Cardiff City player ratings as creative players anonymous and glut of mistakes prove costly

Here is how the Bluebirds rated in the Boxing Day clash with Oxford United

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4 hours ago Woman taken to hospital after being hit by van on Boxing Day as road shut for 8 hours

The driver of the van stopped to assist and is now being sought by Police Scotland

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3 hours ago Bruno Fernandes length of suspension after THIRD red card as absences mount for Man Utd

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was shown his third red card of the season in the 2-0 defeat at Wolves on Boxing Day, meaning he will miss Monday's meeting with Newcastle

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19 hours ago A £750 Moncler coat and £100 off Nike trainers, the best of the Trafford Centre Boxing Day sales 2024

Some retailers were offering up to 70 per cent of at the Trafford Centre this Boxing Day

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19 hours ago Kilmarnock ease past Aberdeen with stunning Boxing Day performance at Rugby Park

Goals from Kyle Vassell, David Watson, Innes Cameron and Bruce Anderson saw off the dismal Dons.

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5 hours ago Woman dies in Norfolk Boxing Day horror blaze as fire service investigate cause

Norfolk Fire & Rescue were called to the scene in Norwich at 4am on Boxing Day after reports of a blaze, as crews later made the sad discovery of a woman's body in the home

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6 hours ago The real Celtic party is yet to come but greedy Hoops prove hungry for more than Christmas dinner leftovers

It was a first Boxing Day home match for the Hoops in 14 years and they made up for lost time

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19 hours ago Thousands enjoy Boxing Day sales in Scotland splurging '£587k a minute' in

Insiders said big Boxing Day bargains may have helped retailers avoid a knockout blow over the festive period.

Economics

20 hours ago Chris Kamara makes emotional TV return as he reunites with Jeff Stelling for Boxing Day football

Chris Kamara made an emotional return to live football commentary on Boxing Day, two years on since his speech apraxia diagnosis.

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10 hours ago Virat Kohli is caught up in ANOTHER shocking clash at the MCG after bullying Sam Konstas

About 24 hours after his ugly incident with the teenage debutant, Kohli was caught up in another concerning scene at the MCG as Australia looked to take the game away from India.

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6 hours ago Ruben Amorim undroppable is doing something that is becoming an issue at Manchester United

Man Utd lost against Wolves in the Premier League on Boxing Day and Bruno Fernandes was shown a red card.

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19 hours ago John Lewis shoppers race to buy heavily reduced Le Creuset as Boxing Day 2024 sale launches online

John Lewis has slashed countless items from some major brands including Le Creuset, Clinique and Coach

Economics

20 hours ago Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim leaves out Marcus Rashford for fourth consecutive game

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has left out England international Marcus Rashford for the fourth consecutive game with the Red Devils set to take on Wolves on Boxing Day

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15 hours ago Wayne Rooney fires clear response to managerial future as Man United icon faces pressure

Plymouth Argyle were beaten 4-0 by Coventry City at St Andrew's on Boxing Day and manager Wayne Rooney admitted after the game that his side were two different teams at home and away

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12 hours ago EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE's Quiz Of The Year Part Two: Test yourself on the stars as quoted by our columnist in 2024

As the Christmas leftovers dwindle and the year draws to a close, it's time to put the brain in gear again for the second half of the annual quiz of what the stars said, as quoted by Hardcastle, in 2024.

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20 hours ago Grab lingerie deals from Victoria's Secret, Skims and more in their Boxing Day sales

Lift your lingerie game with some knockout deals

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21 hours ago In Pictures: Crowds out in force for Boxing Day sales, swims, hunts and races

While some people went bargain hunting in the sales, others were out watching horse racing.

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15 hours ago Manchester United ‘just have to survive’ says Ruben Amorim after Wolves loss

Team ‘need time’ says manager after fourth loss in fivePereira praises Cunha after Wolves’ second straight winRuben Amorim said Manchester United must adopt survival mode to end their miserable run after a fourth defeat in five Premier League matches dropped them to 14th, eight points above the relegation zone.United’s Portuguese manager blamed the lack of time to coach his players as a barrier to progress after a sapping Boxing Day defeat at Wolves, where his captain, Bruno Fernandes, was sent off early in the second half after picking up a second yellow card. Continue reading...

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12 hours ago Boxing Day Test 2024: Australia vs India fourth men’s cricket Test, day two – live updates

Updates from the Boxing Day Test at the MCGStart time in Melbourne is 10.30am AEDTAny thoughts? Get in touch with an email 89th over: Australia 324-6 (Smith 74, Cummins 16) Now the key battle of the morning: Steve Smith v Jasprit Bumrah. India’s master quick yesterday added 3-75 to his 21 wickets for the series. Smith has taken guard two inches outside leg stump to allow his now-customary stride across the pegs. He watches the first four warily, then flinches at the last with a half-shot, edging along the ground and through slips for four.88th over: Australia 320-6 (Smith 70, Cummins 15) Akash Deep will bowl the second over, probably to allow Bumrah to charge in from his preferred end. Deep went to stumps with 1-59 from his 19 wickets and he starts with a maiden today. Continue reading...

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20 hours ago Best Boxing Day sales for major supermarkets revealed: from Aldi and B&M to Tesco and M&S

Major supermarkets including Aldi and Tesco , as well as several other UK retailers, Superdrug and The Perfume Shop, have revealed discounts on hundreds of must-have products.

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21 hours ago Am I too drunk, do I have rabies, and a human bit me: The bizarre questions to NHS at Christmas and Boxing Day

Information on alcohol consumption, rabies, and bites – both animal and human – were among the top of the list for NHS advice being sought on Christmas and Boxing Day last year

Sport

17 hours ago Rugby legend dies aged 73 after secret battle with motor neurone disease

Rugby Legend Geoff Wheel has sadly passed away aged 73 after battling with Motor Neurone Disease, with the tragic news being confirmed on Boxing Day by his former club, Swansea.

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12 hours ago Michael Owen feels sorry for Man Utd star in 'hardest position in Premier League'

Manchester United were beaten by relegation-threatened Wolves in the Premier League on Boxing Day, with their lone striker Rasmus Hojlund left isolated up front

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20 hours ago Ninja's Boxing Day sale has landed and you can get the £30 travel mug for under £4

Ninja has launched its Boxing Day sale with major savings across kitchen appliances and gadgets, and savvy shoppers have spotted a way to get the £30 travel mug for under £4

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22 hours ago Chelsea v Fulham, Newcastle v Aston Villa and more: football clockwatch – live

Live scores | Tables | FixturesGet in touch! You can email Luke hereSavinho has just committed a hilarious mis-kick for City against Everton when apparently attempting a cross. That’s all you need to know.Sporting have appointed Rui Borges as head coach, after the Portuguese champions sacked Joao Pereira on Boxing Day. The new head coach has signed a contract until June 2026, with an option to extend a further year. Continue reading...

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18 hours ago Boxing Day travel chaos as Scotrail cancels trains running between Glasgow and Edinburgh

Chaos on the tracks between Glasgow and Edinburgh today as Scotrail cancelled many trains.

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13 hours ago Davina McCall says performing on The Masked Singer had 'extra special meaning'

The TV star, who has been a panellist on the ITV talent show for the last five series, said appearing on the Christmas special - which aired on Boxing Day - was "too good an opportunity to miss"

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20 hours ago Save up to 50% on 'so comfortable' footwear as FitFlop axes prices in Boxing Day sale

Fitflop never disappoints when it comes to a standout sale, and the brand's Boxing Day deals are no different. Right now, shoppers can save up to 50% off a range of the brand's best-selling footwear

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24 hours ago Man City vs Everton LIVE! Premier League match stream, latest score and goal updates today

Struggling champions kick off the Boxing Day action

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19 hours ago Liverpool issue urgent statement as fog threatens to call off Leicester City clash

Liverpool are hopeful of avoiding a pitch inspection ahead of their Premier League match against Leicester City this evening despite heavy fog engulfing Merseyside on Boxing Day

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14 hours ago Outnumbered on BBC One review: a welcome return to form for the chaotic Brockmans

The family is back for the first time in eight years, and they’ve swapped whimsical charm for bleak gallows humour

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20 hours ago Here are the best deals in the Boxing Day 2024 sales you can’t afford to miss: Sephora, The Perfume Shop and more

Time to get your bargain-hunting game face on

Economics

25 hours ago Ancient martyrs, fighting rules and disappearing cats – take the Boxing Day Thursday quiz

Questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday, even on Boxing Day. How will you fare?The Thursday quiz cares not for your so-called Christmas traditions and bank holiday. It is Thursday, and so here we are, regardless of whether it is a national holiday in the UK or not. Although in reality, the quiz master is stuffed full of yesterday’s Christmas dinner and off to see Leyton Orient at home to Crawley Town, before stuffing himself again with festive leftovers, and actually wrote this weeks ago, with every question in it loosely tied to boxes. Have fun, guess well, and a very happy new year to you all!The Thursday quiz, No 190 Continue reading...

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20 hours ago Mourners place candles on the beach at Boxing Day tsunami memorial 20 years after deadly giant wave swept Indian Ocean and killed 230,000

At one particularly large site in Thailand's southern fishing town of Ban Nam Khem, a large illuminated sign read '20 Tsunami' was surrounded by flames after huge numbers of people flocked to pay homage

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14 hours ago Mo Salah rounds off Liverpool recovery to sink Leicester and stretch lead

Liverpool have kicked off at 8pm on a Boxing Day twice in their history. The first time was in 2019, when Jürgen Klopp’s team demolished Leicester en route to winning the Premier League title with ease. The second time ended with another convincing defeat of the Foxes. That may not be the only repeat.Arne Slot’s soaring leaders moved seven points clear of their closest challengers for the title, with a game in hand, courtesy of a controlled comeback against Ruud van Nistelrooy’s side. Leicester took a shock early lead through Jordan Ayew and, while Liverpool never hit the heights of their 2019 performance at the King Power Stadium, goals from Cody Gakpo, Curtis Jones and Mohamed Salah’s 19th of the season ensured the outcome remained the same. Continue reading...

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20 hours ago Ninja launches Boxing Day sale that allows shoppers to nab a £30 travel mug for under £4

Ninja has announced huge savings with the launch of its Boxing Day sale, and savvy bargain hunters have found a way to get the £30 leakproof travel mug for under £4

Economics

26 hours ago Royal Family's Boxing Day traditions explained including controversial sport

On Boxing Day, members of the Royal Family will have a quieter affair while at Sandringham House and will head outdoors to take part in their traditional, but controversial sport

Sport

20 hours ago Bus carrying 70 people crashes into lake in horror Boxing Day incident

The extent of the damage is currently unclear.

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14 hours ago Watford star sent off after performing Fortnite dances in front of Portsmouth fans

Watford's Kwadwo Baah was handed his marching orders on Boxing Day after he performed Fortnite's 'take the L dance' in front of Portsmouth's fans

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20 hours ago 'I'm a sneakerhead and these are the biggest trainer sale reductions on Nike, New Balance and Adidas'

Fashion editor Rachel Pugh is a self-confessed trainer obsessive, and refuses to gatekeep the biggest discounts on some of the most popular styles in the Boxing Day sales

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27 hours ago Boxing Day teeth whitening sale slash 30% off bundle that fights 'years of coffee stains'

Teeth whitening experts MySweetSmile are treating us to a massive Boxing Day sale.

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21 hours ago Boxing Day chaos at Dover as ferry passengers face heavy traffic and 90

Boxing Day travelers are facing chaos at the border at Dover, suffering delays of up to 90 minutes caused by heavy traffic. 

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14 hours ago Scottish roundup: Celtic go 12 points clear as Rangers slump at St Mirren

Celtic stroll to 4-0 win over Motherwell while rivals slipAberdeen hammered at Kilmarnock as slump goes onCeltic stretched their lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership to 12 points after their 4-0 Boxing Day win over Motherwell was followed by Rangers slumping to a 2-1 evening defeat at St Mirren that left their manager, Philippe Clement, lamenting their “below par” mentality.Earlier, Brendan Rodgers’s side had eased to a comfortable victory over Motherwell after getting a penalty breakthrough in first-half stoppage-time. Arne Engels opened the scoring after a tight first half as Aston Oxborough, the Motherwell goalkeeper, was penalised for a collision with Yang Hyun-jun. Daizen Maeda doubled the lead before the substitutes Nicolas Kühn and Reo Hatate struck to give Stuart Kettlewell, the visiting manager, a first taste of defeat in four visits to Celtic Park. Continue reading...

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20 hours ago Beauty buys to spend your vouchers on this Boxing Day as the sales kick off

If you're looking to get the most bang for your buck this Boxing Day, we're here to help. We've rounded up the best beauty buys to spend your vouchers on...

Economics

28 hours ago How to watch Premier League Boxing Day fixtures for free as Sky lose games

Amazon Prime Video will be showing ten live games over the festive period for fans to watch

Sport

21 hours ago Bus carrying 70 people plunges into lake with deaths reported in horror Boxing Day crash

The total number of fatalities is unknown after a bus in Norway plunged into a lake with dozens of people onboard - a hospital in the region has been alerted about the situation

Events

15 hours ago Reason Liverpool's clash with Leciester went ahead despite 'clear' fog rule

Liverpool and Leicester City's Premier League clash was given the greenlight on Boxing Day, despite a thick blanket of fog descending on the UK

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21 hours ago What’s actually worth spending your beauty vouchers on as retailers kick off their Boxing Day sales

If you received some beauty vouchers for Christmas, today is the perfect day to get the most use out of them as retailers launch their Boxing Day sales with hundreds of discounts

Economics

30 hours ago Man City vs Everton live stream, TV channel and how to watch Boxing Day match

Manchester City are in desperate need of a victory when they take on Everton in their traditional Boxing Day Premier League match.

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22 hours ago Bus carrying 70 people crashes into lake as fatalities reported in Boxing Day horror

Nordland Hospital has declared an emergency following the tragic accident in Hadsel, Norway, with an estimated 60-70 people on board the vehicle at the time of incident

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