7 h. ago After a dismal Black Friday, retailers gear up for the biggest Sunday of the festive season as shoppers hit the High Street

After yesterday's 'super Saturday' when an estimated 26.5 million visited UK town centres and shopping malls, similar numbers are expected on Sunday.

Events

16 h. ago Kylie Minogue celebrates her first UK Christmas Number 1 single from her BED as marks historical achievement with a wholesome night in

The singer, 57, secured the award with her new track XMAS, which was announced on Friday. In the clip, Kylie can be seen waking up in black and white polka-dot pyjamas.

Culture

19 h. ago Black Friday Christmas jumpers, party dresses and silly dancing as thousands head for bars and clubs

It was one of the busiest party days of the year

Society

21 h. ago West End defies retail slump as Christmas shoppers flock to Oxford Street

The capital's West End recorded a 9 per cent rise in shoppers during the week leading up to Black Friday compared with last year

Politics

22 h. ago Amazon slashes price of Kindle Colorsoft to Black Friday levels just in time for Christmas

Amazon has the Kindle Colorsoft on sale for its lowest ever price - and it's the same as Black Friday's price - making it the perfect gift for book lovers in your family

Politics

23 h. ago They're going on the naughty list! Christmas revellers get into the festive spirit on Black Eye Friday after millions finish work before the holidays

The Friday before Christmas Eve has earned the nickname 'Black Eye Friday' due to the number of fights that break out in pubs and clubs, with A&E departments in full swing.

Economics

39 h. ago What is Mad Friday? When it is and why it's called Mad Friday

Here’s everything you need to know about Mad Friday, or Black Eye Friday as it’s also known.

Politics

42 h. ago Boots shoppers race to buy Ghost perfume gift sets in 'better than Black Friday' deal

"I love this smell, I'd initially bought it as a gift for my mom but ended up wearing it all the time myself. It's rich, mysterious and almost fruity. 10/10."

Economics

46 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 19 December: WH Smith pressure continues, retail sales disappoint

Black Friday failed to lift the retail sector after figures for November today came in below expectations.

Events

48 h. ago Reeves blamed for 'crushing confidence' after shoppers shun Black Friday sales sparking fears over Christmas 'golden quarter'

Analysts said the Chancellor 'running confidence into the ground' was partly behind volumes dipping 0.1 per cent.

Economics

48 h. ago FTSE 100 Live 19 December: Retail sales disappoint, WH Smith posts delayed results

Black Friday failed to lift the retail sector after figures for November today came in below expectations.

Politics

48 h. ago Retail sales dip unexpectedly in November as Black Friday fizzles

The Office for National Statistics said the total volume of retail sales is estimated to have fallen by 0.1% in November.

Politics

3 d. ago My baby niece was tortured & murdered by my brother’s jealous partner – she only got to celebrate one Christmas

RACHEL Bond smiled as she wrapped the last Christmas present for her 20-month-old great-niece Annie. She and her husband Thomas, both 59, had picked out the gifts in the Black Friday sales and were counting down to Christmas, excited to spoil the bright toddler they loved “like a daughter”. Annie had already stolen their hearts....

Events

3 d. ago Sharp inflation drop ‘seals the deal’ for interest rate cut, economists say

Shops offering Black Friday sales helped bring down inflation to the lowest rate since March.

Economics

5 d. ago Sky TV shoppers can get up to £120 cashback in exclusive Christmas deal

Sky's Black Friday deals ended two weeks ago, and while some discounts are still available, shoppers can save a lot more money by changing how they shop.

Economics

5 d. ago 'Perfect' designer perfume shoppers wear every day drops almost £40 ahead of Christmas

This 4.6-star Calvin Klein Eternity Moment perfume with over 25,000 reviews is now 63% off at Amazon in an early Black Friday deal. Shoppers praise its longevity and call it great value for money

Economics

7 d. ago ‘He’s living his best life’: drunk raccoon hit DMV for snacks before liquor store

Officials say raccoon that broke into Virginia liquor store on 29 November had previously hit DMV and karate studioThe raccoon that barged into a Virginia liquor store, smashed bottles of booze and passed out drunk in a bathroom this past Black Friday has at least two other break-ins under his belt, a local government official has revealed.Before burgling the Ashland ABC store on 29 November, the raccoon had separately broken into a karate studio and a department of motor vehicles office, all on the same block of businesses, Hanover county animal protection officer Samantha Martin said on an episode of the local government’s official podcast published Thursday. Continue reading...

Events

9 d. ago This dehumidifier has transformed my damp bathroom and is still at its Black Friday price

Struggling with a damp home but unwilling to spend hundreds of pounds on a dehumidifier, beauty editor Laura Mulley has found a small but mighty model that makes a real difference

Politics

1 week ago Sneaky way to get the latest Amazon Fire TV Stick as little as £11.20

Thought you'd missed the cheapest Fire TV Stick deal of the year? Amazon has quietly dropped the price again - and it’s even lower if you trade in an old device

Economics

1 week ago Christmas deals on electric cars from under £100 a month as end of year targets loom large

Forget Black Friday, some of the year’s best leasing deals come in December with a Dacia Spring for £97 a month and a Vauxhall Frontera for £120 a month

Economics