2 w. ago Hot dinners, a warm bed & hope for the future how Prem club West Ham opened its doors to rough sleepers this Christmas

THE final touches of straightening bedsheets, popping dinner in the oven, and then preparing for guests are taking place.  This isn’t a hotel, nor is it a family home waiting for the influx of far-flung relatives at Christmas. It’s West Ham’s community centre The Foundry, which has been hosting rough sleepers for eight days over...

Events

3 w. ago A man appeared on our doorstep just before Christmas with a bin bag and a frozen chicken

Rob Parsons and his wife Dianne were preparing for Christmas inside when they heard the door go. Rob opened the door to the man standing, armed with the chicken and his bin bag.

Politics

3 w. ago Family left speechless after 'Christmas miracle' arrives at their door

A family have shared their bewilderment after something unexpectedly re-entered their lives just in time for Christmas following a painful two-year wait, and people are delighted for them

Politics

3 w. ago We went to Gail's for Christmas Day: Customers at controversial bakery defend chain for opening on December 25 (but say they should cut prices!)

Gail's made the decision to keep its doors open on Christmas and surprisingly customers swarmed to the artisanal bakery chain to grab a pre-roast coffee.

Economics

3 w. ago Hidden Royal Family Christmas and what happens behind closed doors

With news emerging that Prince Harry has imposed a new rule on his children for Christmas, we look back at some of the Royal Family's traditions

Politics

3 w. ago What's on TV today? Here are 7 Christmas Eve TV highlights including Home Alone and Two Doors Down

If you’re wondering what’s on TV this Christmas Eve, here are a few highlights.

Politics

3 w. ago Two Doors Down Christmas special: What's it about, where to watch and full cast

The return of the BBC comedy marks the first episode since the death of its creator Simon Carlyle

Politics

3 w. ago Countdown to Vatican 'portal' sealing ritual on Christmas Day fuels apocalyptic fears

The Vatican has announced the countdown for when it will close four sacred 'portals' during a Catholic ritual first started in 1300.

Politics

3 w. ago High street chain closing all 280 stores for 48 hours this week

The discount chain will shut its doors on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, to give its staff a well-deserved break. Its stores will then reopen as normal on December 27

Politics

3 w. ago 'I’ve been evicted, had no money and lived on the breadline, this is why I'm opening my doors this Christmas'

Sofia Shayk doesn't want anyone to feel lonely this Christmas so is inviting those most in need to come to her cafe

Politics

3 w. ago High street bargain giant to lock doors at all 280 shops for 48 hours this Christmas

BARGAIN hunters hoping for a last‑minute spree at The Range face disappointment, as the retailer has announced a strict 48‑hour closure. The popular home, garden, and leisure retailer has announced it will keep the shutters down at every single one of its stores across the UK for two full days over the festive period. Unlike...

Economics