1 hour ago Three common Christmas mistakes that let burglars know your home is empty

There are red flags during the festive period that can signal to criminals that your home is an easy target, an expert warns

Politics

7 h. ago Celebrities urge public to back food banks as use soars during festive period

New figures reveal almost three quarters of a million (740,000) emergency food parcels were distributed overall last winter. a 40% increase compared to pre-pandemic levels

Politics

7 h. ago Princess Kate shares Christmas cheer as she emphasises power of ‘simple acts’ of love in heartwarming letter

PRINCESS Kate has spread Christmas cheer as she hailed the power of "simple acts" of love in a heartwarming letter. The Princess of Wales, 43, penned a heartfelt message to guests attending her Together At Christmas carol service. She welcomed the festive period that reminds us "how deeply our lives are woven together". On a...

Politics

13 h. ago Bin collection changes announced over festive period announced for one Greater Manchester borough

There will be no collections on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year's Eve

Politics

14 h. ago Major homeware chain is shutting over 500 stores across UK on Boxing Day and New Year’s

A MAJOR DIY chain has confirmed it's shutting over 500 stores on Boxing Day and New Year's to give staff a "well-earned" break over the festive period. Motorists have been encouraged to be prepared and plan ahead for festive journeys as a useful shop won't be open. Halfords have announced that all its retail stores...

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16 h. ago Selfless Brits wrestle with a massive 40 festive tasks over the Christmas period

Almost two thirds believe they do so much in December that they would appoint themselves the ‘chief Christmas officer’, research by phone firm Three UK found

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16 h. ago Post Office issues Christmas warning as busiest day revealed

The Post Office has revealed what it expects to be its busiest day of the festive period

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18 h. ago Expert tips to keep your Christmas tree fresh all through December

A well-timed trim and frequent watering are key to keep your tree looking its best throughout the festive period

Politics

21 h. ago Arne Slot confirms Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool departure date for Africa Cup of Nations 2025

The Egyptian has struggled for the Reds this season and will be away with The Pharaohs during the festive period for the Africa Cup of Nations

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31 h. ago Dame Joanna Lumley says older people spending Christmas alone is a ‘crisis’

Christmas may be a time for celebrating with friends and family for many - but for a million older people the festive period could mean a 'miserable' time alone

Events

32 h. ago Victoria Beckham shows off £260 advent calendar with daughter Harper

Victoria Beckham has kicked off the festive period by giving fans a glimpse of her range of luxury Christmas Advent calendars for this year.

Economics

37 h. ago Simple expert tips to stop yourself drinking too much this festive period

Evidence suggests that setting goals for yourself is a far more effective strategy than avoiding alcohol completely

Politics

39 h. ago Is your Christmas tree making you look tacky? How you make sure your decor is decorous

The festive period demands homemakers to wrangle tinsel, baubles and fairy lights into a scenic winter wonderland spectacle - and at the heart of it, is the beloved Christmas tree.

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40 h. ago The world’s top Christmas destination for 2025 isn’t Santa’s hometown — it’s this city in the US

The US destination tops a 30-strong list of Christmas destinations thanks to transforming ‘into a holiday wonderland’ over the festive period

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43 h. ago ScotRail Christmas and New Year timetable: Here's all the trains operating in Scotland over festive period

ScotRail will operate trains to and from Aberdeen on Boxing Day for the first time.

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47 h. ago ADVICE COLUMN: Lanarkshire mortgage expert with tips to secure your application

The countdown is well and truly on for the festive period, however you may already be looking ahead to the New Year and thinking about looking for a mortgage in the coming months.

Economics

66 h. ago Is your Christmas tree making you look tacky: From the age old real vs artificial debate, to the colours of your baubles, we finally settle the score...

The festive period demands homemakers to wrangle tinsel, baubles and fairy lights into a scenic winter wonderland spectacle - and at the heart of it, is the beloved Christmas tree.

Sport

3 d. ago Celeb Big Brother star and 'Gypsy King' planning 'mad' Christmas stunt 'for the people'

EXCLUSIVE: The popular traveller, 66, who won Celebrity Big Brother, plans to jump into the ice-cold waters three times to 'put a smile' on people's faces over the festive period

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3 d. ago 'I saved money on Christmas gifts by changing 1 thing to stick to £100 budget'

Christmas can get very expensive, so that's why one woman chooses to shop secondhand with Vinted and says the festive period needs to be less about consumerism and more thoughtful

Economics

4 d. ago Phone snatching down 30% in Square Mile as City of London Police begin Christmas crime crackdown

Thousands of party-goers and Christmas market visitors are expected to flock to the City over the festive period

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