10 h. ago Campaigners call on nation to support 'essential' Small Business Saturday

The Small Business Saturday UK campaign reports encouraging signs that UK Christmas spending with small businesses could rise by 19% this year - to £5.3 billion

Politics

12 h. ago Family question if NHS 'ready' to treat mum's rabies after dog scratch leaves her dead

Yvonne Ford, 59, died four months after being scratched by a puppy while on holiday in Morocco

Events

18 h. ago 'I'm a vet nurse and there's 4 signs Christmas is leaving your dog stressed'

Households transform into whirlwinds of gift wrap, booming tunes, and jubilant visitors during Christmas. However, whilst you're caught up in the celebrations, what's really going through your dog's mind amidst all the mayhem?

Politics

34 h. ago Endangered wild dog pups die in Zimbabwe as Trump’s aid cuts leave them unprotected

Exclusive: Six African wild dog pups killed in a single road collision in Zimbabwe after a fence that was intended to be built with money from the US Agency for International Development (USAID) was left incomplete due to aid cuts

Politics

56 h. ago We can’t let ignorant racist fools tell Scotland's schools what to do

The ignorance of people protesting outside a Glasgow school and the racist abuse directed at an Inverness school’s Christmas play are worrying signs about where society is heading

Politics

3 d. ago Oliver Bonas confirms when it will be opening its next Greater Manchester shop

Visitors can shop the retailer’s signature range of fashion, homeware and gifts for Christmas at the new store

Economics

5 d. ago Waitrose makes major changes to popular Christmas food this year

Waitrose has announced significant changes to some of its most popular Christmas food offerings this year, aiming to bring shoppers even better value and more festive variety.

Politics

6 d. ago Thanksgiving home invasion leaves dog dead and widow without wedding ring and mortgage payment

Investigators are reviewing evidence in hopes of identifying a suspect

Events

7 d. ago Victoria Beckham's biggest olive branch to Brooklyn as she prepares for Christmas

Lady Victoria Beckham has shared a heartbreaking sign she wants her son, Brooklyn, home for Christmas amid their ongoing family feud which has been rumbling for some time

Politics

7 d. ago This is how much Mariah Carey makes from her signature Christmas song

The festive hit was released three decades ago, but it has stood the test of time

Politics

9 d. ago Five signs you are cringe dressing this Christmas party season (and what to wear instead)

The shops are full of sequins and glitter, but there is a way to indulge in festive fashion without looking like a Christmas bauble, says Olivia Petter. Here are 2025’s rules to style out the season – effortless sparkle guaranteed whatever the occasion

Politics

1 week ago EastEnders icon and Gladiators star sign up for Strictly Christmas special

Nicholas Bailey, who is best known for starring as Anthony Trueman on EastEnders, has reportedly signed up for the upcoming Christmas edition of Strictly Come Dancing

Politics

1 week ago Huge EastEnders star ‘with one of TV’s most recognisable faces’ signs up for Strictly Christmas special

EASTENDERS Doctor Anthony Trueman star Nicholas Bailey is on call for the Strictly Christmas Special. The actor, 54, is the first male dancer confirmed for the festive line-up alongside names including All Saints’ Melanie Blatt and Scarlett Moffat. Nicholas has been in and out of Albert Square for years, first joining in September 2000 before...

Politics

1 week ago BBC Strictly Come Dancing sign up huge 90s pop icon for Christmas special

All Saints singer Melanie Blatt has been confirmed as the second celebrity contestant for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special airing on Christmas Day

Politics

1 week ago Police called to ‘abandoned dog’ on roadside but the truth leaves officers laughing

Derbyshire Police were called to reports of a "small, bully type dog" tied up at the top of Slack Hill along Chesterfield Road, near Matlock, Derbys., by concerned members of the public

Events

2 w. ago 7 types of dogs that need extra help to 'stay safe' as ice and snow hit the UK

As snow and ice continue to affect parts of the UK, a vet nurse has highlighted which dogs are most vulnerable to cold weather and how to keep them safe

Events

2 w. ago Dog owners could be fined £20,000 for leaving pets in cold car

As the UK is gripped by icy temperatures, motorists are being urged to remember that leaving their dogs unattended in cars can pose a serious risk

Economics

2 w. ago Driver for Amazon ‘runs over pet dog, leaving family upset and facing huge vets’ bills’

Van reversed after trapping beloved pet under its wheels then sped off without stopping, CCTV shows

Politics

2 w. ago Teacher gave young pupil Christmas gift bag with alcohol, vape and card signed with a kiss

Richard James Pugh, 41, a former head of science, accused the child of "changing her story" and said "she has made things up as well."

Politics

2 w. ago Teacher gave young pupil Christmas card signed with a kiss and supplied her with alcohol

Richard James Pugh, former head of science at Llangatwg Community School in Neath, 'could not tell the truth even at this late stage', said a judge

Politics