81 minutes ago Met Office confirms Christmas Day weather forecast for Greater Manchester

Just two more sleeps until the big day

Society

2 hours ago 'I refuse to make my children Christmas Eve boxes – my alternative is better'

Christmas Eve boxes are hugely popular, but not everyone is a fan of the tradition. As well as being costly, it can be tough for families to keep up with trends

Politics

2 hours ago 'I went shopping in Manchester Arndale on the last weekend before Christmas, it was peculiar'

With a few last minute gifts to buy, I was dreading the crowds

Economics

2 hours ago Manchester Airport issues advice for passengers flying with Christmas presents

Over one million passengers are expected to fly over the festive period

Transport

2 hours ago IMDb reveals the top 10 Christmas films of all time and you may be shocked

Christmas is the perfect time to binge-watch all your favourite festive films and now film rating website IMDb has given us a definitive list of the top 10 Christmas films of all time

Events

5 hours ago Christmas joy for woman, 33, who beat cancer and got pregnant against all odds

Lauren Tomlinson has had three pieces of incredible news before Christmas following a devastating year

Politics

5 hours ago Christmas shopping chaos at Morrisons as More cards fail, discounts lost and website goes down

Angry customers have taken to social media amid an apparent connectivity issue

Events

5 hours ago NHS reveals why Christmas is the best time to spot signs of dementia in family members

The NHS says Christmas is the ideal time to check family members for signs of dementia with more people than ever diagnosed with the condition

Politics

7 hours ago Home Bargains is selling an XL Christmas Cracker filled with 81 bars of Mars, Flake, Fudge and more

Shoppers have been snapping up the festive treat filled with goodies from Cadbury, Nestle and Mars

Politics