51 m. ago How well do you know Love Actually? Take our quiz on the classic Christmas rom com

Think you know the Richard Curtis classic? It's time to put your knowledge to the test

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52 m. ago Festive snacks from yuletides of yesteryear: They were the nation's favourite 'picky bits' to graze on in front of the Christmas telly

Christmastime is the season of perennial nibbling, from the first chocolate coin of the morning through to an afternoon of absent-minded picking at treats.

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53 m. ago Paige Spiranac wows as sexy Santa in red lingerie with fans all making same wish

Paige Spiranac has wowed her fans yet again in her racy Christmas post as the golfing beauty wore red Santa lingerie, seeing her admirers all make the same wish

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57 m. ago Festive swimmers hit the beach for a brave Christmas Eve dip as cold health alert is issued with temperatures set to plunge as low as minus 5C

Brave Geordies in red bathing suits and Santa hats plunged into the sea in North Tyneside and swimmers in Helen's Bay in County Down, Northern Ireland, also faced the cold waves.

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57 m. ago Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinlan expecting first child as they share sweet Christmas Eve post

The soap stars took to Instagram to share their happy news with an adorable video

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63 m. ago Parents warned as hundreds of toys sold at Argos and Sainsbury's recalled

The recall comes just days ahead of Christmas.

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64 m. ago Police probe rape at Queen's Park in Glasgow after sickening Christmas eve attack

A large cordon remains in place.

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65 m. ago More shoppers hit high streets and retail parks for late Christmas purchases

Figures from retail technology specialists MRI Software showed footfall up to 1pm on Christmas Eve was up 2.4% year-on-year.

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67 m. ago Weather warning issued for Wales on Christmas Day with power cuts expected

The yellow weather warning for parts of Wales will be in place from 4am until midnight on Thursday

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67 m. ago Quality Street sold for just £2.75 at this UK supermarket ahead of Christmas Day

Asda are selling the festive treats for almost half the price of their rivals - but stores are closing soon

Economics

68 m. ago Controlling boyfriend who flushed partner's rabbit down the toilet will spend Christmas behind bars after being caught on the run in Thailand

Nicholas Cash, 26, was arrested on Tuesday after three years missing and now faces extradition back to the UK. He carried out a nine-month campaign of abuse against his ex Olivia Croft.

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72 m. ago Big Brother star jailed over horror petrol bomb attack 'freed before Christmas'

Former Big Brother contestant Simone Reed was sentenced to two years and eight months behind bars back in October, but it appears she's been spotted doing Christmas shopping

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73 m. ago The chaotic scenes in Welsh town as shoppers make final dash for Christmas gifts

Hundreds flocked to their nearest shopping centre, in what seemed to be a last minute attempt to buy Christmas gifts and essentials

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73 m. ago Trump’s claims to Venezuelan oil are part of broader ‘resource imperialism’, experts say

Critics compare offensive to Iraq war, citing familiar mix of regime-change rhetoric, security pretexts and oil interestsDonald Trump’s recent claims that the US should keep Venezuelan oil from seized tankers are part of a broader belief in rightwing “resource imperialism”, experts say.In recent weeks, the Trump administration has escalated pressure on Venezuela, invoking drug-trafficking claims. This month, the US intercepted two tankers carrying Venezuelan oil and began pursuing a third, while intensifying its campaign against the country’s president, Nicolás Maduro. Continue reading...

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73 m. ago ‘It’s the story of my life’: how a retired teacher transformed his memories into a miniature world

From postcards to 3D models of nativity scenes, Ken Bonham has spent decades crafting the vast collection of dioramas that fill his home in BirminghamA miniature world can be found hidden inside a one-bedroom flat in Birmingham. For decades, Ken Bonham, a retired teacher, has made memory boxes of places he has visited with his dressmaker wife of 54 years, Maggie, each made up of items they have collected on their travels or Bonham has made.Models of barns, castles and churches are also crammed into the property – made from cork, balsa wood, styrofoam – or 3D card elevations from Bonham’s photos. Each Christmas, Bonham delights his neighbours by crafting nativity scenes from items he has collected and crafted. Continue reading...

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74 m. ago King George VI Chase tips: Boxing Day racing predictions & Kempton best bets

Find the latest odds and tips ahead of Boxing Day racing at Kempton, featuring the the Christmas Hurdle and King George VI Chase

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75 m. ago Travel warnings issued as millions make Christmas Eve getaway

Delays and congestion are expected to last into the evening

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79 m. ago Wales star's huge move to be announced on Christmas Day as fans work out who it is

The 30-year-old Wales and British Lions player will be a big Christmas present for supporters of one team

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80 m. ago Labubu dupes pulled from shelves before Christmas over 'risk of strangulation'

Thousands of the brightly coloured toy monsters - known for their furry bodies and cheeky grins - have been recalled, with tips of how to spot fakes revealed

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84 m. ago Wishaw opticians spread Christmas cheer with gift donation to children’s ward

The team at Specsavers Wishaw, which is located on the town’s Main Street, invited customers to donate new, unwrapped gifts suitable for children aged 10 weeks to 15 years via a gift bank in store throughout December.

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