2 h. ago ‘Disgusting’ vandals chop down village Christmas tree hours after light switch

Beloved tree has been a festive treat for residents for over a decade

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17 h. ago David Walliams' 'brutal reset' as he looks ahead to lonely Christmas

As David Walliams looks ahead to a lonely Christmas, a PR expert has shed light on the transitional period he faces, against a backdrop of lost friendships and shifting tastes in comedy

Politics

25 h. ago Glasgow artist turns the birds outside his East End window into stunning Christmas light installation

Jamie Wardrop first developed the idea during the quiet summer after lockdown.

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48 h. ago Irvine Christmas light switch on sees Sabrina Carpenter tribute entertain crowds

“This is a big event for Irvine and it’s nice to have it back.”

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62 h. ago Nnena Kalu wins the Turner Prize 2025 in ‘seismic’ moment for award

The Glasgow-born, learning-disabled artist joins a prestigious list of recipients including Damien Hirst, Steve McQueen and Grayson Perry

Events

66 h. ago Christmas light up gift box decorations full of festive magic down to £24 with special code

Designed to look like pre-wrapped presents adorned with fairy lights that look stunning under a Christmas tree

Economics

2 d. ago Boden 'comfy yet classy' top perfect for Christmas parties now 15% off

Boden's Smock Neck Tulle Top features light tulle layers and sheer lace sleeves, making it ideal for Christmas parties

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3 d. ago UK households bin 168m Christmas lights and ‘fast tech’ items a year

Consumers spent £1.7bn on festive lighting last year and much of it is treated as disposableUK households have thrown away an estimated 168m light-up Christmas items and other “fast-tech” gifts over the past year, a study suggests.The research by the non-profit group Material Focus found about £1.7bn was spent last year on Christmas lighting, including 39m sets of fairy lights. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago MAFS bride goes public with stunning girlfriend a year on from brutal TV split & signing up to find ‘man of her dreams’

A MARRIED At First Sight bride has gone public with her stunning girlfriend a year on from her brutal TV split. Sionainn Carmichael was one of the new brides hoping to find love on the E4 dating show last year when she signed up to find "the man of her dreams". The 29-year-old make up artist from Glasgow was...

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4 d. ago Horses and carts and Christmas light ceremonies: photos of the weekend

A selection of the best images from around the world this weekend Continue reading...

Culture

6 d. ago Gwen Stefani’s Christmas plans shed light on Blake Shelton marriage after divorce rumours

Gwen Stefani has shared details of her Christmas plans after rumours swirled about her marriage to Blake Shelton.

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6 d. ago The stunning Christmas winter light trail in Edinburgh perfect for family day out

The dazzling attraction is running throughout December.

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7 d. ago President Trump and Melania light National Christmas Tree in dazzling ceremony with touching tribute

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have brought Christmas cheer to the White House for all to see.

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7 d. ago Trump and Melania to usher in holiday season with lighting of National Christmas tree: Live

President will light the National Christmas Tree alongside the first lady Thursday evening

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7 d. ago 14 best Christmas light trails to visit in the UK over the festive season

Start off the Christmas period with a dose of holiday cheer at these spectacular light displays

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8 d. ago UK households risk £2.5k fine and trouble over 'basic' Christmas light mistake

Homeowners need to make all these checks if thinking about decorating outside this month

Events

9 d. ago Tourists baulk at ‘insane price’ of London's Black cab Christmas light tours

Some firms have quoted up to £400 for the experience

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1 week ago Little boys charm the internet with adorable reaction to father's beautiful Christmas lights display

A viral wholesome video showed the moment two little boys squealed in pure excitement as they took in their parents' shimmering Christmas decorations.

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1 week ago Margam Park's spectacular Luminate Christmas light trail is back and this is what's new in 2025

Luminate is one of the most popular festive traditions for many families in the build up to Christmas

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1 week ago Jack Fincham 'caught kissing Married At First Sight UK star' after Chloe Brockett split

Jack Fincham was spotted kissing Married At First Sight star Leisha Lightbody at Tulleys Farm's Christmas light festival on Friday night.

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