49 m. ago The small Scottish town hosting hidden gem Christmas market this weekend

The magical festive fair will take place between November 7 and 9.

Politics

54 m. ago Jonas Brothers make sad confession in first look at Christmas movie

Fans of the Jonas Brothers don't have long left to wait for their upcoming Christmas special

Politics

54 m. ago Friedrich Merz says Syrians no longer have reason for asylum in Germany

Chancellor suggests deportations could begin ‘in the near future’ as government seeks to counter rise of AfDSyrians no longer have reason to be granted asylum in Germany after the end of their country’s civil war, according to Friedrich Merz, who said they will instead be encouraged to return to help with the reconstruction of their homeland.During Syria’s 14-year civil war, Germany took in more refugees than any other country in the EU, but the chancellor and others in his coalition cabinet argue that the situation has changed since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s government eleven months ago. Continue reading...

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64 m. ago Dram roll, please: The best whisky advent calendars to count down to Christmas 2025

We’ve got the measure of the best Scotch and world whiskey advent calendars for the festive season

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65 m. ago Magical winter village to light up Scots shopping centre for the first time this Christmas

The seasonal event has rsomething for everyone, from shopping and dining to rides and festive films.

Economics

66 m. ago Astrid & Miyu's 'beautiful' festive jewellery gifts leave shoppers 'over the moon'

Fashion fans can save 10% on the brand's new Christmas crackers and shoppers say 'don't feel guilty about buying for yourself'

Politics

84 m. ago Eurostar launches sale for European city breaks just in time for Christmas

Eurostar’s latest sale is a great excuse to book yourself a city break this winter.

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86 m. ago Cardiff Christmas Markets 2025 update as festive fever builds

The centre of Cardiff is starting to look a lot like you know what

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1 hour ago Roar into the festive season as Natural History Museum unveils Christmas display

The year's designs take inspiration from the Natural History Museum's pre-historic residents

Culture

1 hour ago Edinburgh street that inspired Harry Potter Diagon Alley among UK's 'most beautiful' festive streetscapes

The streets were ranked on their festive light displays, local events and seasonal decorations creating winter wonderland atmospheres.

Politics

2 h. ago This new wearable could be the smartest Christmas gift for someone you love

Forget fitness trackers — this breakthrough wearable helps you truly understand your body. It’s the thoughtful Christmas gift that could make a real difference to someone you love.

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2 h. ago Coldplay's Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland announce intimate Christmas London charity gig

Coldplay's Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland announce intimate Christmas London charity gig  NME

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2 h. ago The top 20 affordable Christmas gifts of 2025 that everyone will love

Saskia Kemsley curates a selection of perfect little luxuries that won’t break the bank, starting from just £2

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2 h. ago This Morning fans have A LOT of questions as star of new John Lewis Christmas ad appears on show

Jack Aldridge appeared on the This Morning sofa on Tuesday to discuss his involvement in the ad, which is a nostalgia trip back to the 90s.

Politics

2 h. ago Strictly in 'final talks' with Alex Jones and Bradley Walsh to take over as presenters

The BBC show is searching for two new presenters after Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced they would be stepping down at the end of this series, with their final episode airing on Christmas Day

Politics

2 h. ago John Lewis 'dark' Christmas advert makes viewers ask 'have they lost the plot'

The John Lewis Christmas advert for 2025 has finally been released but it seems that not everyone is a fan of the department store's festive commercial this year

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2 h. ago The Centre, Livingston unveils Christmas programme including first Elf School

Visitors to the shopping centre can join Santa’s little helpers for some festive fun at the first-ever Elf School, which will take place on the weekends of November 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23 from 11am until 4pm.

Politics

2 h. ago Parents fear screen time ruining Christmas with three in five concerned at tech

Brit parents have revealed their biggest fear this Christmas is that obsession with devices will derail the festive joy with many commenting they are trying to cut back on electronics at home

Politics

2 h. ago John Lewis 2025 advert star drops huge bombshell as he admits 'they didn't tell me'

John Lewis released its 2025 Christmas advert on Tuesday, and fans were left in tears

Events

3 h. ago John Lewis Christmas advert star shares major revelation 'they didn't know'

John Lewis released its annual Christmas advert on Tuesday

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