4 hours ago Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker match outfits at family lunch with Reign, 10, and Rocky, 13 months

A couple of days after Christmas, the couple kept the festive cheer alive in coordinated sets of red clothing as they went to a seaside eatery.

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2 hours ago Festive air fryer gyros recipe takes just 15 minutes and is a 'serious banger'

Use all of your favourite Christmas dinner trimmings to create a healthy festive gyros that you'll want 'immediately'

Society

8 hours ago Iran arrests Italian journalist and throws her 'in solitary confinement' after she 'released podcast about woman who rejected conservative values'

Cecilia Sala, 29, who works for Il Foglio newspaper and podcast company Chora Media has been under arrest for the past week after she was detained by police in Tehran on December 19.

Economics

9 hours ago Netflix Squid Game fans left 'fuming' at season two ending and when is season three

Squid Game fans waited three years for season 2 to be released

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3 hours ago Missing You on Netflix review: a brainless, satisfying New Year's treat from Harlan Coben

This has all the Coben hallmarks: cliffhangers, gore and juicy revelations

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12 hours ago Lady Kitty Spencer shares photos of daughter Athena enjoying a 'magical' Christmas in Monaco

Princess Diana 's niece, 33, has shared photos from a festive stay in Monaco, including adorable snaps of her baby daughter Athena.

Culture

6 hours ago Comedian Hannah Berner says she supports Blake Lively after calling her c

Stand-up comedian Hannah Berner appeared on Netflix’s ‘Torching 2024: A Roast of the Year’

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12 hours ago “It couldn’t have happened at a worse time”: Neighbours speak of shock Boxing Day blaze at Hyde family home

"It must have been horrifying"

Society

12 hours ago When is the Steam Winter Sale ending? Find out when their festive deals dry up

Steam's Winter Sale is finishing soon, so be sure to grab the bargains while you can across Steam Deck and PC as we cover the end date – and when you can expect the next sale

Economics

11 hours ago Gavin and Stacey fans spot huge errors in finale as Neil the Baby goes 'missing' from scene

Gavin and Stacey fans were left sobbing at the show's festive finale, but some viewers couldn't help but notice a few awkward blunders throughout the 90-minute episode

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5 hours ago Kelsey Parker credits new boyfriend for 'bringing her back to life' after Tom Parker's death

Kelsey Parker has opened up about being in a relationship this festive period, revealing that she's found a person who's brought her "back to life" after Tom Parker's death in 2022

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12 hours ago Our readers on their pick of 2024’s best films, music, TV shows and podcasts

From sci-fi epics to investigate deep-dives, the Guide readers have their say on the year’s finest cultureWelcome to the last Guide of 2024! I hope you all are enjoying your festive break, and have a better handle on which day it is than I do. As is tradition, after our own roundup of the year’s best culture, we are turning things over to you this week. Here are the films, TV shows, music, performances, and podcasts that wowed you in 2024.Thanks to everyone who sent in suggestions and sorry if we weren’t able to include yours. Enjoy the rest of your Christmas break, and see you on the other side of the new year, for our 2025 preview next Friday! Continue reading...

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7 hours ago Hollywood star Taron Egerton reveals he lived in a famous Welsh village

Taron Egerton has taught Netflix's global audience some of his favourite Welsh words and phrases and revealed that he lived in one of Wales' most famous villages

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12 hours ago Airdrie Action Partnership's Christmas appeal receives £2k donation from XACT/Airdrie & Coatbridge 41 Club

Appeal supports local children and families during the festive period.

Society

13 hours ago Family of four who spent £250 on Christmas dinner can't believe what they are served

A family were left reeling on Christmas Day after forking out more than £60 per person for food alone during their festive meal at a hotel – and were not pleased by what was plated up

Economics

14 hours ago Netflix's Squid Game 2 sparks frenzy after fans find 'Easter Egg' game on Google

Squid Game 2 has only just dropped on Netflix, but people are already playing a game on Google that will have you on the edge of your seat as you try to beat the creepy doll

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5 hours ago World No 1 Scottie Scheffler has surgery after freak Christmas dinner injury

American cuts hand on broken glass during festive periodGolfer will now miss the first tournament of seasonThe men’s world No 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler has had surgery on a hand injury he sustained while cooking Christmas dinner. The 28-year-old American has been forced to withdraw from the first tournament of the season, next week’s The Sentry in Hawaii, after cutting his right hand on broken glass.The PGA Tour said: “World No 1 and 2024 FedEx Cup Champion Scottie Scheffler has withdrawn from the PGA Tour’s 2025 season-opening tournament, The Sentry, which will take place next week, 2-5 January at The Plantation Course at Kapalua in Maui, Hawaii.” Continue reading...

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15 hours ago The top 25 holiday destinations of 2025, picked by experts: These are the festivals, events and secret relaxing hotspots you should book NOW to get an amazing bargain

In its annual report on travel trends, hospitality giant Hilton declared 2025 the 'Year of the Travel Maximizer' - industry jargon for the idea that we all want more experiences.

Culture

8 hours ago Stacey Solomon shares Christmas video of her and Joe Swash's kids with heartwrenching message

Stacey Solomon has taken to Instagram with an emotional video with her three kids, Belle, Rose and Rex, who she shares with Joe Swash as they enjoy the festive period

Politics

19 hours ago Debenhams £222 air fryer reduced to under £40 that's 'perfect' for anyone making New Year's Eve party food

It's the ideal budget buy for making festive picky teas and party spreads

Society

14 hours ago Family buying hotdogs at Christmas market mortified after seller's £618 mistake

Laura Brumpton, 34, and her husband Alan, 37, were enjoying a festive outing to a Christmas market when they decided to treat their children to two hotdogs – but they got a shock when they checked their bank balance

Economics

16 hours ago Netflix fans left 'disappointed' by Squid Game 2 as they brand the long

Fans unanimously branded it 'boring' and 'predictable' - while also lacking its trademark nail-biting plot, and also raised it barely had any new game.

Sport

9 hours ago Wham! top Christmas Number One charts with major record tying with Whitney Houston

George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley's Last Christmas is the UK's biggest festive hit, and has topped the charts for an incredible 10 weeks in total

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19 hours ago How Squid Game's costume designer placed hidden meanings in the show's clothes

Netflix's Squid Game has returned to the streaming platform with season 2 and the show's creator reveals the iconic costumes of the characters hold special meanings

Culture

8 hours ago An online debate over foreign workers in tech shows tensions in Trump's political coalition

An online spat between factions of Donald Trump’s supporters over immigration and the tech industry has thrown internal divisions in the president-elect’s political movement into public display

Politics

17 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

Economics

9 hours ago Comedian plays ‘ghost’ of UnitedHealthcare CEO on Netflix three weeks after murder

Tim Dillon appeared in front of a projection reading: ‘UnitedHellcare CEO’

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9 hours ago Wham!’s Last Christmas remains top of UK singles chart for another week

Duo’s festive record made history when it became Christmas No 1 two years in a rowWham! have continued their belated festive domination after Last Christmas remained top of the singles chart, a week after being crowned 2024’s Christmas No 1.The pop duo of George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley made history last week after their 1984 single Last Christmas became the first UK Christmas No1 to top the chart for two years in a row. Continue reading...

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10 hours ago Social media craze for teenage skincare has reached a 'crisis point', dermatologist warns as she reveals she's treated children as young as 8 for using bad products

Dr Tess McPherson, from the British Association of Dermatologists, told Sky News that the Gen Alpha fixation on anti-ageing creams and retinols could cause irreversible damage that is 'life long'.

Events

10 hours ago Sir Gino’s scintillating debut puts chaser bang on track for Cheltenham festival

Unbeaten runner imperious in defeat of BallyburnVal Dancer grabs the glory in Welsh Grand NationalWhat looked likely to be a duel in the fog turned into more of a rout in the gloom at Kempton on Friday, as Nicky Henderson’s Sir Gino made one of the more memorable debuts over fences in recent years, and established a strong claim to be the best two-mile novice chaser in Britain or Ireland.Ballyburn, a Grade One winner over hurdles at Cheltenham in March, simply could not live with the speed and accuracy of Sir Gino’s jumping in the Wayward Lad Novices’ Chase, a race that has been won by an extensive list of future two-mile champions from the Nicky Henderson yard over the years. Remittance Man, Sprinter Sacre, Altior and Shishkin are all on the roll of honour, and Sir Gino, who is now odds-on with most bookmakers for the Arkle Trophy at next year’s festival, could yet prove to be as good as any of his illustrious predecessors. Continue reading...

Politics

10 hours ago Morrison Hotel featured on The Doors’ album cover burns in Los Angeles fire

Blaze engulfed landmark building where Jim Morrison and bandmates posed for a photograph for their 1970 LPFlames engulfed the historic Morrison Hotel, featured on the cover of The Doors’ 1970 album of the same name, after a fire hit the landmark downtown Los Angeles building.More than 100 firefighters responded to the fire, which began around 11am Thursday, and had the burn under control in under two hours. Several dozen people inside were able to escape, including possible squatters and three people rescued by firefighters on the third floor. Continue reading...

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10 hours ago Gardeners urged to take action if they spot robins this winter, say experts

They may symbolise the festive season for many but red-breasted robins face a struggle for food in the coldest months and we can help them out, advises The Woodland Trust.

Politics

10 hours ago Morrison hotel featured on Doors’ album cover burns in Los Angeles fire

Blaze engulfed landmark building where Jim Morrison and bandmates posed for a photograph for their 1970 LPFlames engulfed the historic Morrison Hotel, featured on the cover of The Doors’ 1970 album of the same name, after a fire hit the landmark downtown Los Angeles building.More than 100 firefighters responded to the fire, which began around 11am Thursday, and had the burn under control in under two hours. Several dozen people inside were able to escape, including possible squatters and three people rescued by firefighters on the third floor. Continue reading...

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11 hours ago Sir Gino's ‘frightening’ debut over fences leads to major Cheltenham Festival move

In his first chase the four-year-old swept aside Willie Mullins Cheltenham Festival winner Ballyburn to land the Wayward Lad Novices' Chase at Kempton

Politics

11 hours ago Harlan Coben's new Netflix drama tipped to be 'most gripping' series yet to drop in just a few days

Netflix's Fool Me Once by Harlan Coben was also a huge hit with viewers - and Missing You will debut on New Year's day.

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11 hours ago Cocktail of the week: Gothic Bar’s red nose gimlet – recipe | The good mixer

A festive and fancy gin and lime with hints of cinnamon, a hit of apricot brandy and a sherbet-frosted rimThere’s a bit of prep involved here – you need to make the syrup a day ahead, for instance – but this is a great drink for impressing guests. If you opt to rim the glasses with lime sherbet, either buy some in ready-made or make your own by finely crushing a few lemon drop sweets in a mortar – dip the rim of the glass first in lime juice and then in the lemon drop dust. The excess syrup will keep in the fridge for about a month – use it up in puddings, apple-based ones especially.Jack Porter, head bartender, Gothic Bar, The Midland Grand, London NW1 Continue reading...

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12 hours ago Squid Game 2 reviews: Smash hit Netflix series underwhelms critics who claim latest outing has 'lost its edge' and is a 'thorough letdown'

The South Korean series' first outing back in 2021 swiftly became the streaming service's biggest ever show and racked up a whopping 1.65 billion viewing hours.

Events

12 hours ago Grace Kelly's grandson Louis Ducruet and his wife Marie share festive family portrait

The adorable photo, shared to Instagram , features the happy Monaco couple and their children - along with their trusty pooch Pancake.

Politics

13 hours ago Squid Game 2 reviews: Smash hit Netflix series divides critics who claim latest outing has 'lost its edge' and is a 'thorough letdown'

The South Korean series' first outing back in 2021 swiftly became the streaming service's biggest ever show and racked up a whopping 1.65 billion viewing hours.

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12 hours ago Mrs Brown's Boys' festive special sees ratings slump to lowest EVER with viewers claiming 'unfunny' sitcom 'ruined Christmas'

The BBC sitcom, created by and starring Brendan O'Carroll as Agnes Brown and first aired in 2011, attracted a measly 2.2M viewers on Christmas Day.

Politics

14 hours ago This eyeliner hack is a failsafe way to glam up your New Year's Eve make

After the bustle of the festive period, New Year's Eve is the final opportunity to dress up before we prepare to hibernate in our pyjamas all January.

Events

12 hours ago Nick Knowles uses mobility aid after two major surgeries in hopes of DIY SOS return

Nick Knowles used crutches to navigate a staircase after undergoing two major surgeries during the festive period.

Politics

14 hours ago Noddy Holder battles to save Banks's Mild after Carlsberg announced it was axeing the famous Midlands beer

Rock legend Noddy Holder has thrown his support behind the movement to save one of the Midlands' most famous beers which is due to be scrapped by Carlsberg next week.

Events

13 hours ago Here’s how long Christmas leftovers can really last before they need throwing away

Who is for turkey sandwiches for the next four days?

Politics

16 hours ago Most Watched Christmas Television: Here are the 10 shows that won the festive ratings battle in 2024

For the first time ever, all ten Christmas ratings winners had one thing in common.

Events

13 hours ago Ruben Amorim admits he 'could be sacked' by Man Utd after Wolves' festive stuffing

Ruben Amorim has admitted he could be sacked by Manchester United as he addressed the media ahead of the Red Devils' clash with Newcastle United

Politics

16 hours ago BBC Vicar of Dibley cast now from unrecognisable star to tragic early deaths

The 1990s smash hit comedy The Vicar of Dibley is still a festive staple 30 years on, but sadly the cast has been rocked by tragedy since the final episode aired

Events

14 hours ago Princess Charlotte, Prince George and Louis colour coordinate with William and Kate as they put on festive display in green and blue attire  at Christmas church service

In a symbol of togetherness, the Wales family wore tones of green and blue for Wednesday's Christmas morning service at St Mary Magdalene Church in Sandringham, Norfolk.

Politics

16 hours ago Netflix viewers warned 'don't bother' with new series that 'wasted hours of my life'

La Palma, which is at number four on Netflix's most-watched list, has been slammed by fans for being a 'waste of time'

Events

14 hours ago Bin man's vital advice about 'putting things in right bins' after Christmas

A UK bin man has shared essential advice about recycling after Christmas, as households across the country dispose of an abundance of waste from the festive period

Politics

15 hours ago Woman demonstrates 'easiest' way to take down Christmas decorations with no hassle

A woman has shared her Christmas decoration storage tip - and says she has "had enough" of the festive items in her home, but her method has divided opinion online

Politics

19 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

Events

15 hours ago Netflix viewers fume at 'waste of time' series and say you shouldn't watch it

La Palma, which was released on December 12, is currently number four on the streaming giant's most-watched list - but fans have been left fuming

Politics

21 hours ago Harlan Coben’s new drama on TV after Michelle Keegan’s Fool Me Once success

Following the huge success of hit series Fool Me Once, another of Harlan Coben's award-winning novels, Missing You, has been adapted by Netflix and will be released in 2025

Events

16 hours ago From Christmas pie to turkey stew: Top chefs share their best festive leftover suggestions

Anyone for Tom Kerridge's 'epic' turkey sub'that'll 'keep you going until New Year's Eve'?

Politics

22 hours ago Squid Game season 2 is nowhere near as shocking as the first – but isn’t that the point?

It is impossible to replicate the shock of the first season, and writer Hwang Dong Hyuk does well not to try

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