22 m. ago People only just discovering what 'five golden rings' means in iconic Christmas carol

The Twelve Days of Christmas is a well known Christmas tune but one of the most popular lines in the carol has a surprising meaning

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42 m. ago Cheapest supermarkets for Christmas chocolate tubs – Quality Street to Celebrations

Whether you're a fan of Quality Street, Celebrations, Heroes or Roses, we've found the best supermarkets to buy each tub for the lowest price this festive season

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60 m. ago King Charles and Queen Camilla unveil Christmas card for 2025

The royal couple chose their 20th wedding anniversary portrait taken in Rome this year for their official holiday greeting cardKing Charles and Queen Camilla have chosen their 20th wedding anniversary portrait for their official Christmas card this year.Charles and Camilla are pictured standing side by side, with the queen’s arm linking the king’s, in the grounds of Villa Wolkonsky, the British ambassador’s residence in Rome, earlier this year. Continue reading...

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73 m. ago Dentist says eat this Christmas treat 'after dessert' to keep your teeth healthy

Eating this could help protect your teeth from decay, an expert claimed

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80 m. ago The Yorkshire Christmas market that feels like you’re in Europe

It's only 40 minutes from Manchester by train with tickets from £4.40

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1 hour ago Christmas 2025 gifts for entrepreneurs including gadgets and office supplies

MoneyMagpie Editor and financial expert Vicky Parry shares ways you can support the entrepreneur in your life this Christmas

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3 h. ago I've tested dozens of fake tans and finally found one that doesn't smell at all

With Christmas parties coming up, we all want to look our best, and that means having a natural-looking glow - bonus points if you don't smell like digestive biscuits afterwards.

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4 h. ago I tried a viral Christmas wrapping hack — and my presents look so much better

I tested the viral TikTok wrapping hack with 43 million views that makes wrapping round Christmas gifts like candles much easier

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4 h. ago Worried that you're drinking too much? How this £3 pill dubbed the 'Ozempic of alcohol' can put the brakes on your bingeing

Millions could cut down on Christmas boozing with a £3 pill dubbed the 'Ozempic of alcohol', according to experts.

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4 h. ago From a water filter that removes microplastics to a toothbrush that cleans with an energy beam, your essential super

Our selection of some of the best gifts to give this Christmas, for the health-conscious.

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5 h. ago Scarlett Moffatt set for Strictly Christmas special... but Gogglebox star's appearance sparks backlash due to her dance past

Having agreed to swap the sofa for the ballroom, it has transpired Scarlett Moffatt already has a vast dancing history - and was even trained by one of the show's judges, Anton Du Beke, as a child.

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5 h. ago Eamonn Holmes wishes estranged wife Ruth Langsford 'all the best' in Christmas peace offering after she revealed she's in therapy amid their divorce battle

The TV presenters, who had been together for 27 years but married for 14, ended their relationship in June 2024.

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5 h. ago This is your first present, says heartbroken mum as she places Christmas cards next to her daughter Azaylia’s grave

IN a heartbreaking moment, Safiyya Vorajee knelt down and placed a pack of Christmas cards next to her daughter Azaylia’s grave. With a smile on her face, she told her little girl: “This is your first Christmas present of the year.” The cards have been created by other young children as part of The Sun...

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6 h. ago From gummies to capsules – I tried three supplements that can help with bloating

THE run-up to Christmas can be fun, but the bloating and discomfort that can go with it isn’t. This is caused by overeating, rich foods, alcohol and changes in routine, which put a strain on the digestive system. According to PrecisionBiotics, 40 per cent of Brits experience regular bloating and 36 per cent suffer from...

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6 h. ago Coronation Street’s Julia Goulding and Lucy Fallon turn heads as they party at soap’s Christmas bash in Manchester

CORRIE stars Julia Goulding and Lucy Fallon bring the sparkle at their Christmas party. Actress Julia, 40, who plays Shona Platt, posed alongside Lucy, 30, who is best known as Bethany Platt on the ITV soap. The soap stars partied at The Refuge in Manchester on Friday night. It comes after Corrie legend Bill Roache...

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6 h. ago Save up to £10.50 when driving by selecting this option on your phone

UK drivers can avoid extra cost by changing one simple phone setting

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7 h. ago Eamonn Holmes' message to ex Ruth Langsford saying 'she deserves it'

Eamonn Holmes has shared his festive best wishes for his ex-wife Ruth Langsford as he admitted he will be spending his Christmas with his girlfriend Katie Alexander

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8 h. ago King and Queen’s Christmas card features 20th wedding anniversary portrait

Charles and Camilla send out hundreds of Christmas cards each year to family, friends, world leaders, diplomats and charities.

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8 h. ago King Charles and Queen Camilla reflect on major milestone with Christmas card

The King and Queen have unveiled their annual Christmas card, with this year’s iteration featuring a milestone anniversary they celebrated this year

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8 h. ago Oasis rocker Noel Gallagher spending Christmas in exotic island paradise after earning £50m from tour ticket sales

AFTER 41 dates, spanning 13 countries on five continents, Oasis have certainly earned a rest over Christmas. But instead of putting his feet up in front of the fire here in the cold, wet UK, Noel Gallagher is heading to the Maldives over the festive season. I can reveal that the guitarist, who is expected...

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