62 h. ago I went on holiday and came back to a nightmare discovery about my car

A student made a shocking discovery, days after returning from a festive break

Politics

64 h. ago Litter bins piled with dog poo on Ayr beach as residents urged to 'act responsibly'

Council chiefs insist they have been tackling the issue following the festive break.

Politics

69 h. ago Super flu warning as virus ‘bounces back’ after Christmas and New Year

NHS leaders fear a double peak and prolonged flu season as children go back to school after the festive break - which could drive more infections

Events

6 d. ago Dozens of schools closed as amber snow warnings hit large parts of UK on return from festive break with up to 3in feared

IT will be snow going for millions today as the nation struggles back to work after the festive break — but the freeze has left dozens of schools closed. Large swathes of the country have been hit with yellow weather warnings. An inch of snow was predicted in the South West, Greater Manchester and the...

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6 d. ago Full list of Scotland schools closed tomorrow as up to 30cm of snow predicted

Schools due to return tomorrow after a two-week festive break have announced they will remain closed on Monday, January 5.

Politics

8 d. ago The Guide #224: Bondage Bronte, to more comeback tours – what will be 2026’s big cultural hitters ?

This first newsletter of the new year looks at some of the big questions we hope will be answered in the next 12 months, across film, TV, music and games• Don’t get The Guide delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereWelcome to 2026! I hope you are enjoying the final dribblings of the festive break, before reality bites on Monday. As is now tradition (well, we did it once before), this first newsletter of the new year looks at some of the big questions we hope will be answered in the next 12 months, across film, TV, music and games. Hopefully it will double up as a decent primer for the year ahead too, though for a more exhaustive rundown check the Guardian’s 2026 previews for film, music, TV, gaming, stage and art. Right, let’s get on with it: Continue reading...

Events

9 d. ago Alex Jones shares personal update during The One Show break as fans support her

The One Show presenter Alex Jones has posted an update during her festive break from the BBC early evening programme

Sport

2 w. ago How to stop being overwhelmed by life. From turning anxiety to energy to crushing imposter syndrome, a new book by BBC psychology expert CLAUDIA HAMMOND will change YOUR life

Are you dreading going back to work after the festive break? Do you worry about burnout, or feel overwhelmed by stress? You are not alone.

Science

2 w. ago Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz's relationship heats up with major Christmas decision

Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz have been romantically linked since August 2024, and their festive break together with his family in Cheshire has intensified engagement speculation

Politics

2 w. ago Stirling carers' contribution marked with charity's special Christmas events

The pair of events offered those involved with Stirling Carers Centre the opportunity for some respite over the festive break - including its young carers service.

Politics

2 w. ago PDC World Darts Championships 2026: Christmas break, results, format, schedule, when is Luke Littler's next match?

The World Darts Championship has reached its traditional festive break but the players will be back in a few days - here’s what we have to look forward to.

Politics

2 w. ago Emmerdale's Michelle Hardwick enjoys festive break from the Dales with Corrie boss wife

The actress is spending time away from the Dales this Christmas

Politics

2 w. ago Rangers injury boost ahead of Celtic clash as three developments reported and Youssef Chermiti hope

Rohl hopes centre-half will return to action over festive break

Events

2 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing's Luba Mushtuk reveals her heartbreaking Christmas Day plans as she confirms she'll be totally alone over festive break

The 36 year old appeared on the latest version of the ITVshow alongside EastEnders legend Nicholas Bailey, 54, ahead of their appearance on the Strictly Christmas special on Christmas Day.

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2 w. ago Simon Cowell shows off his impressive physique as he poses shirtless with his beloved pet dogs during annual festive trip to Barbados

The music mogul, 66, and fiancée Lauren Silverman, 48, have jetted to the Caribbean for their annual festive break.

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2 w. ago Pep Guardiola warns Man City stars not to get too fat over Christmas lunch

Guardiola has weighed his players and warned that any member of the squad who returns from a short festive break out of condition will not be involved at Nottingham Forest

Events

2 w. ago Pep Guardiola weighs his Man City players and gives Christmas period warning

He has made clear that any member of the squad who returns from a short festive break out of condition will not be involved at Nottingham Forest.

Events

2 w. ago BBC host tells viewers 'goodbye' as they present 'last show'

Samira Ahmed hosted the final Newswatch of 2025 on BBC Breakfast before the segment takes a two-week break over the festive period

Politics

3 w. ago From silent discos to amazing light trails, you can enjoy fab festive days out for free

As Christmas cost soar, festive days out don't have to break the bank and we've rounded up the best free activities across England, perfect for all looking to soak up the magic without spending a penny

Politics

3 w. ago UK airports expecting busiest Christmas on record as millions travel for festive break

Millions to take to the skies to over the festive break

Transport