37 m. ago Christmas pudding fans urged to do one thing this week by Mary Berry

Get ready for Christmas Day with this foolproof to make and delicious to eat festive recipe from baking legend Mary Berry

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82 m. ago From roadways to classrooms, this New Mexico program is bringing women's history out of the shadows

A program in New Mexico highlights the contributions of women through historical markers

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97 m. ago 6 of the biggest Christmas lights displays around London you don't want to miss

6 of the biggest Christmas lights displays around London you don't want to miss  Wimbledon Guardian

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97 m. ago The magical London Christmas experience where you ride on vintage trains with Santa

The magical London Christmas experience where you ride on vintage trains with Santa  This Is Local London

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2 h. ago 'I ate everything on M&S Cafe Christmas menu and there was one big problem'

M&S have gone large with the festive treats this year, so we headed down to Handforth Dean to give it all a try

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2 h. ago Tycoons urge Rachel Reeves not to stifle entrepreneurs in the Budget

In an open letter, several business leaders said Britain's tradition of entrepreneurship' was being undermined by escalating costs following tax raids in last year's Budget.

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2 h. ago How to send Santa a Christmas letter for just 87p and get a reply

Get those lists written to Santa before it's too late!

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2 h. ago You can send Santa letter for 87p and get reply including in BSL and braille

The deadline is fast approaching - so don't wait around too long

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4 h. ago From Owen Farrell's smirk to Joe Marler's 'mistake'... how Henry Pollock's Haka defiance measures up to the greats as England STORM to first home win over NZ in 13 years

England hero Henry Pollock is not the only one to grab headlines with his response to the iconic Haka as some of rugby's biggest names have found themselves in hot water in their reply to the ritual.

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6 h. ago From Owen Farrell's smirk to Joe Marler's 'mistake'... how England's newest hero Henry Pollock's Haka defiance measures up to the greats as England STORM to first home win over NZ in 13 years

England hero Henry Pollock is not the only one to grab headlines with his response to the iconic Haka as some of rugby's biggest names have found themselves in hot water in their reply to the ritual.

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8 h. ago Huge reality star set to join Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special

REALITY star Jess Wright is set to join the line-up for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special. Former The Only Way Is Essex star Jess, 40, is one of six celebrities dancing in the festive show which will air on BBC One on Christmas Day. A source said: “Jess loves the glamour of Strictly and...

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11 h. ago Best 'non traditional' item on Christmas dinner plate is named

The glorious Yorkshire Pudding has been named as the nation's favourite 'non-traditional' Christmas accompaniment - but some Brits even like to include a salad with their big Christmas Day meal

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11 h. ago Major 'three points' warning issued to 'huge numbers' of UK drivers over letter

BBC Morning Live presenter Louise Minchin has issued a stark warning to UK drivers who have been told not to drive their cars after a major recall was issued

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11 h. ago Tony Popovic nears World Cup deadline with negatives piling up for the Socceroos

A callow Australia side confirmed in defeat by Venezuela that the head coach needs his big hitters back before facing Colombia in New York A day before Australian football looked to its past, Tony Popovic sent out a side to face Venezuela focused on its future. Nineteen years and 364 days ago, the Golden Generation defender had been part of the side that defeated Uruguay in a shootout to end 32 years of heartbreak and send the Socceroos back to the promised land. Two decades on, here he was in the dugout of Shell Energy Stadium, tinkering and experimenting before a sixth-straight World Cup for Australia.Popovic had named an XI with three debutants – the most in 12 years – and a player in Nestory Irankunda that hadn’t been born when John Alosi scored that famous penalty. Continue reading...

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12 h. ago Government should pass ban on Israeli settlements trade before Christmas – Bacik

‘There is a clear appetite for this to be done, and to be done swiftly,’ Labour leader Ivana Bacik said.

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12 h. ago Coronation Street stars battle Storm Claudia to switch on Christmas in the Gay Village in big annual tradition

Rain and wind didn't stop the razzle dazzle from Corrie stars who sang an ABBA medley before flicking the switch on the Christmas lights at a Manc insitution

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13 h. ago The giant Manchester Santas we've loved and lost, and the one who reigned supreme

Lots and lots of Santa's, but one has reigned supreme

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13 h. ago Magical Christmas market among best in Europe is just a £31 flight from Manchester Airport

It's known for its fairytale setting, gorgeous buildings and delicious sweet treats

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13 h. ago 'I spotted my sister's husband dressed in suspenders, stockings and panties. Should I tell her?' I'm suspicious about this letter, says DEAR CAROLINE... here's why

Our relationships counsellor answers your problems.

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13 h. ago 21 family Christmas events and things to do with kids in Manchester for 2025

From magical light trails to Santa's grottos, this lot will get you in the festive spirit

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