55 m. ago Barchester launches 12 Ways to Care This Christmas initiative

The initiative is encouraging the public to support people in need during the festive season.

Politics

85 m. ago Stirling prison staff help children in hospital enjoy Christmas with toy appeal

The children spending the festive season in Forth Valley Royal Hospital will be able to unwrap a gift thanks to the fundraising efforts of a prison officer based at HMP and YOI Stirling.

Events

2 h. ago Ferne McCann's adorable matching Christmas pyjamas are perfect for twinning with your little ones

Ferne McCann has shared the adorable matching Christmas pyjamas she’s been wearing to twin with her kids this festive season, and they’re now on sale with 30% off

Politics

3 h. ago Winners of Gregor Poynton MP's Christmas Card Competition announced

This year’s theme, “Christmas on Your Street,” encouraged youngsters to capture what the festive season looks like in their own neighbourhoods.

Politics

4 h. ago Dog trainer urges all pet owners to avoid 1 Christmas decoration in December

This festive season is almost upon us and we're sharing some advice to keep your pet safe. A dog trainer has urged pet owners to avoid a key Christmas decoration in their homes

Politics

4 h. ago Christmas Heritage in Pictures: Here are 43 amazing photos showing how Edinburgh celebrated the festive season in the 1950s and 1960s

They knew how to celebrate Christmas in Edinburgh over half a century ago.

Culture

6 h. ago Etiquette expert William Hanson reveals faux pas which could ruin Christmas

Etiquette expert William Hanson has shared his top tips for Christmas hosting to make sure you and your guests have a fuss-free festive season as loved ones come together

Politics

6 h. ago 'I'm an etiquette expert and this is the taboo topic which could ruin your Christmas'

William Hanson has offered an essential guide to proper behaviour over the festive season, including the topics that are considered taboo

Politics

9 h. ago Five Christmas markets in the UK everyone needs to see this festive season

If you’re stuck for special gift ideas for the big day or just want to soak up some seasonal spirit, you need to get to a Christmas market where local trades people sell their unique wares surrounded by magical twinkling lights amid the sweet smells of hot chocolate and mulled wine

Politics

24 h. ago The beauty & wellness products saving my skin & sanity through festive season

The tried-and-tested essential getting me through December

Politics

25 h. ago How much money do stars make from Christmas songs in 2025? From Mariah Carey to Wham!

For some artists the festive season is incredibly lucrative as Christmas songs fill the airwaves

Politics

26 h. ago Diabetes myths leave many 'dreading' Christmas as they avoid festive gatherings

Brits with Type 2 diabetes say misconceptions about the condition make them dread the festive season

Politics

26 h. ago Beyond Paradise teases unexpected moment as mystery guest arrives

Beyond Paradise fans are in for a treat as a new face will appear in Shipton Abbot over the festive season.

Politics

29 h. ago One ingredient will make Christmas hot chocolate taste like it's from a fancy Italian cafe

Millions of Brits enjoy a warming hot chocolate during the festive season, especially at Christmas markets

Events

29 h. ago All Creatures Great and Small confirms return in major series announcement

Channel 5 viewers are in for a treat this festive season as they return to Darrowby for another Christmas special of All Creatures Great and Small.

Politics

51 h. ago Biggest Christmas ‘emergencies’ revealed including frozen turkeys, missed gifts & no wrapping paper

A POLL of 2,000 adults who celebrate the season uncovered the nation’s top festive fumbles. The top 25 also featuring dropping the turkey while taking it out of the oven (25 per cent). Many added forgetting to collect relatives (13 per cent) and blowing a fuse thanks to the display of Christmas lights (12 per...

Politics

53 h. ago Aldi names 2 'quiet' days to avoid supermarket chaos during Christmas rush

Aldi analysed shopping patterns to identify the "calmest" times to shop so customers can dodge queues and get in and out quickly this festive season.

Events

53 h. ago Shoppers rush to buy Yankee Candle that 'smells just like Christmas' for 20% less

Shoppers looking to add a festive scent to their home this holiday season won't want to miss out on this Christmas Yankee Candle that's currently on sale for 20% less

Economics

54 h. ago What Christmas film locations REALLY look like for the rest of the year

For those craving a taste of Christmas magic beyond the TV screen this season, these real-life filming locations from seven iconic festive flicks make for the perfect set-jetting holiday.

Politics

3 d. ago 'Family hate me for putting them on naughty list and cancelling Christmas'

A woman who hosts 15 people every Christmas has decided to stop the exhausting tradition next year - but her family claim she has ruined the festive season and is being selfish

Politics