8 d. ago Brits divided over when Christmas decorations should be taken down

Some superstitions say leaving decorations up past the 12th night following Christmas will bring you bad luck in the coming year. Medieval tradition was to leave them up all the way until February 2.

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1 week ago Stacey Solomon 'break' confirmed after she admits she's 'ready for some changes'

It comes after Stacey shared a message before Christmas in which she admitted a 'fresh year' would bring 'changes'

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2 w. ago King Charles' Christmas speech in full as he calls for unity during 'divisive times'

King Charles used his Christmas message to try and bring Britain together as he remembered the WW2 spirit and all those who sacrificed their lives. The monarch also references new technologies

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2 w. ago Emmerdale bring back iconic soap villain for Christmas Day twist fans won't see coming

Emmerdale's Christmas Day episode saw John Sugden return as the mystery figure tormenting Aaron Dingle and Robert Sugden while holding Kev Townsend captive

Sport

2 w. ago Met Office Christmas Day weather warning with 'blackout' alert for 26 areas

Residents were warned that 55-65 mph winds could bring power cuts during Christmas Day, sparking fears of a Christmas blackout for millions of homes in Wales and the south west of England

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2 w. ago RUSSELL MYERS: The King's Christmas message of hope will bring a nation together

The King's traditional message will see tribute paid to Britain's heroic war veterans as he celebrates Christmas and looks forward to 2026 with a message of hope and unity, says Mirror Royal Editor Russell Myers

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2 w. ago Why do we bring in a tree at Christmas, swap presents and pull crackers on December 25?

Christmas is jam-packed with traditions from gift giving, spending time with family and putting up a tree complete with eye-catching decorations - but have you ever wondered why we do?

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2 w. ago One dead in California floods as state braces for brutal week of Christmas storms

An atmospheric river is forecast to drive storms across the state this week, bringing rain, high winds and risk of floodsOne person has died in California amid heavy flooding, as residents across the state brace for a week of brutal storms that are predicted to bring extensive rainfall throughout the Christmas weekend.Authorities in Redding, a city in northern California, reported that a motorist died on Sunday after becoming stranded in their vehicle. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago California braces for brutal storms and heavy rain forecast for Christmas week

One person has died amid flooding and an atmospheric river is forecast to drive storms across the state this weekOne person has died in California amid heavy flooding, as residents across the state brace for a week of brutal storms that are predicted to bring extensive rainfall throughout the Christmas weekend.Authorities in Redding, a city in northern California, reported that a motorist died on Sunday after becoming stranded in their vehicle. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago ‘To bring joy to everyone’: East London, Ont. diner embraces extreme Christmas theme

‘To bring joy to everyone’: East London, Ont. diner embraces extreme Christmas theme  CTV News

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2 w. ago Best Christmas recipes from Mary Berry and Prue Leith to use up leftover cake

We have teamed up with British food legends Mary Berry, Prue Leith, Rick Stein, Phil Vickery and James Martin to bring you the ultimate festive dessert inspiration this Christmas

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3 w. ago 'People think I'm selfish for asking Christmas party guests to bring food or pay me'

A man and his partner caused major controversy with their friendship group after they refused to put on a huge spread for them, and instead asked them to bring food, or pay up

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3 w. ago From a showstopping pavlova to a £7 sherry: what top chefs bring to Christmas dinner

Looking for a great supermarket champagne? Need an easy recipe to take to a party? Or just some really good cheese Yotam Ottolenghi, Giorgio Locatelli, Ixta Belfrage and others reveal the best snacks, drinks and desserts to make and buy for the big dayChristmas is a time of overwhelming choice, especially when it comes to food. So, to help you navigate the festive feasting, we asked 16 top chefs and cooks to tell us what they buy or make to give to the people brave enough to invite them over.Reassuringly, it turns out that even the most decorated chefs love a Ferrero Rocher, a nice glass of sherry, a good mince pie and a decent cheeseboard at this time of year. And everyone is attached to their own traditions, whether that’s the apple tart Matthew Ryle’s family loves in place of Christmas pudding, the hot chocolate-and marshmallow kit Yotam Ottolenghi’s kids can never resist, or Sabrina Ghayour’s favourite truffle-infused cheddar. Continue reading...

Economics

3 w. ago Best board games: Your ultimate guide to what to play this Christmas, from family fun to strategy games and puzzles

Our reviewers have tested dozens of board games to find you the perfect game to bring the whole family together this Christmas.

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3 w. ago UK snow forecast maps show London among major cities facing several centimetres

Snow looks set to hit several cities including London as a blizzard from the East could bring several centimetres of the white stuff between Christmas Day and New Year

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3 w. ago Nature has already told us if it's going to be a white Christmas

Folklore tales have lingered for centuries as people use nature as signs predicting Christmas weather - and how Christmas Day can tell us what Easter will bring

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4 w. ago Wee stars from Auldhouse Primary School bring Christmas cheer to East Kilbride

The choir have taken their voices — and their generosity — into the heart of the community.

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