46 minutes ago Christmas shopping from a more civilised age! As Britain is gripped by festive getaway chaos and a looming recession, how the country used to get its last

Fascinating unearthed images from the 1980s and 1990s show how the British high street inevitably becomes packed with people each year in the final days before Christmas.

Economics

63 minutes ago Coronation Street Christmas Day episode time, schedule and spoilers exposed

Coronation Street has confirmed details for its Christmas Day episode, which will see Gail Platt's exit storyline take centre stage as she leaves the cobbles for good

Politics

79 minutes ago Welsh First Minister looking forward to Gavin And Stacey Christmas special

Eluned Morgan, leader of the Welsh Government, plans to watch the Gavin And Stacey special on Christmas Day.

Politics

80 minutes ago Christmas Day opening times 2024: See hours for Target, Walmart and more

All Target and Walmart stores are closed on Christmas Day

Events

2 hours ago What’s open on Christmas Day in London? Shops, restaurants and more to visit in the capital

Planning is essential because many things won't be available in the usually bustling capital

Politics

2 hours ago Met Office confirms Christmas Day weather forecast for Greater Manchester

Just two more sleeps until the big day

Society

3 hours ago The Scottish regions set for balmy Christmas Day temperatures of 14 degrees and bright sunshine

Sunshine on the north east is due

Politics

3 hours ago King Charles to break Christmas speech tradition with major move after cancer battle

Millions of people are set to watch King Charles deliver his traditional Christmas Day speech to the nation.

Events

3 hours ago Gino D'Acampo reveals three parts of Christmas dinner you can sort the day before

Italian chef and TV star Gino D'Acampo has revealed his top culinary hacks to make cooking Christmas dinner for your entire family feel like a breeze - including what specific drink you should always rely on

Politics

4 hours ago AP PHOTOS: Girls will be part of St. Paul's Cathedral choir on Christmas Day for first time

For the first time in its 900-year history, girls will form part of the choir performing at the Christmas Day service on Wednesday at London’s majestic St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Culture