26 m. ago Why the ‘WRABB’ trick makes kids’ sleepless nights on Christmas Eve a thing of the past – as doctor reveals how it works

'TWAS the night before Christmas, and all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse. Well, that's the dream, right? But as any parent knows, the reality of trying to get kids to go to sleep on Christmas Eve can be an absolute nightmare. However, there's a six-step process - labelled...

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27 m. ago Christmas doctors’ strike to go ahead after BMA rejects Streeting’s offer as flu cases surge: Latest

Resident doctors have voted to reject Wes Streeting’s offer and will strike in the lead-up to Christmas

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28 m. ago Militant doctors WILL still strike despite desperate Government offer as 'superflu' continues to batter hospitals

Thousands of medics - previously known as junior doctors - will walk out in the run-up to Christmasfrom December 17 to December 22.

Science

29 m. ago Boots Boxing Day sale 2025: When will the beauty giant start its end

THE Boots Boxing Day sale 2025 is coming soon, bringing big savings across beauty, skincare, makeup and fragrance. Boots will kick off its Boxing Day sales online and in store, cutting prices on hundreds of gift sets and everyday essentials. Boots sale Expect strong offers on fragrance and Star Gifts, plus deals on No7 and...

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33 m. ago 6 best football books for Christmas including Gazza, Man United and Arne Slot

We've pulled together a selection of our favourite books for football fans this Christmas.

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35 m. ago Delivery driver with 'massive backlog' reportedly takes unusual step

It's by far the busiest time of year for delivery drivers. With less than two weeks left until Christmas Day, many of us are still waiting for presents to be delivered so we can get them wrapped

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37 m. ago Woman orders 'gorgeous' Christmas dress online but is floored when she opens it

A woman shared her mortifying online shopping fail on Threads after the intricate Christmas dress she ordered turned out to be something completely different altogether

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40 m. ago Christmas gift warning over hidden dangers in three children’s toys

A seemingly harmless children’s toy can turn into something much more dangerous in seconds

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45 m. ago Brits think Father Christmas is a lefty who would vote GREEN

Santa was seen as most likely to back Zack Polanski's party if he backs anyone at the next election, in a poll by YouGov.

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45 m. ago Symptoms of H3N2 'super flu' and how to get a flu vaccine before Christmas

Those eligible for the free NHS flu jab are urged to get protected now as flu hospitalisations soar

Science

48 m. ago Doctors vote to go ahead with strike this Christmas as NHS faces major flu crisis

Resident doctors in England have voted to reject the Government's offer

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54 m. ago Georgina Hayden’s recipe for pear, sticky ginger and pecan pudding

This non-traditional Christmas Day dessert is a surefire winner if dried fruit-based puddings aren’t your thingWhile our Christmas Day dinner doesn’t deviate too much from tradition, I do experiment with the dessert. My family, bar one sweet-toothed aunt, avoids dried fruit-based offerings, so classic Christmas cakes and puddings are a hard no. Over the years, I have tried variations on yule logs, pavlovas and sherry trifles, but the biggest crowdpleaser is easily sticky toffee pudding (or something along those lines). This year, I’m making this warming, simple but decadent pear, sticky ginger and pecan pudding, which feels festive and fancy, and can happily make an appearance whenever. Continue reading...

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55 m. ago 'Super soft' velour pyjamas are great for 'slouching around in the evening

Because when it’s cold outside, investing in great nightwear set is always a win

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55 m. ago Harry Kane’s penalty rescues Bayern as Mainz defy the odds with heroic point

Urs Fischer’s side are certain to begin 2026 bottom of the table but denied rampaging leaders victory at home Sometimes the numbers really don’t say it all. Mainz were on the wrong end of many of them as Sunday evening drew in, as you would expect for a visit of almost any team to the Allianz Arena, never mind a struggler. They had the lowest share of possession of any Bundesliga team in a game since the statistics were first recorded – 15%. When they did have the ball, fewer than 60% of their passes were actually completed. Are you sure you can face looking at the xG after that? Mainz logged a respectable 1.07, but Bayern Munich’s was a staggering 4.72.And yet, even if the most deflating statistical confirmation of all is that Mainz are certain to begin 2026 bottom of the table (even with a game still to play before Christmas), they have every right to feel good about themselves, even after conceding a late penalty equaliser to the inevitable Harry Kane. In Urs Fischer’s debut afte...

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57 m. ago Brown university shooting: hunt for suspect resumes after person of interest released – live updates

Authorities are searching for a gunman who killed two people and injured nine others at Ivy League university in Providence, Rhode Island, on SaturdayThe FBI director, Kash Patel, said on Sunday that the FBI had activated its “cellular analysis survey team to provide critical geolocation capabilities” to aid with the investigation. “We have deployed local and national resources to process and reconstruct the shooting scene - providing HQ and Lab elements on scene” he said, adding that the agency said also “set up a digital media intake portal to ingest images and video from the public” related to the shooting. Continue reading...

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59 m. ago Trailblazer Nitir Kumar is inspiring more than one billion people over his World Darts Championship heroics

The Indian hero made history by winning at the Worlds and is set to spark an explosion of the game in his homeland

Sport

59 m. ago People going away this Christmas told 1p freezer test they need to do

If you're heading off for a few days, it's important to check whether your food is still safe to eat when you return - and there's a simple trick to help

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64 m. ago Britain's best pyjamas revealed: Our fashion editor has picked the very best to wear whatever the occasion

While the outside world sparkles with glitz and glam at this time of year, 'tis also the season for staying warm and snug indoors.

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70 m. ago Kylie Minogue, 57, puts on a leggy display in a skimpy mini dress before slipping into a sexy Santa outfit for new single XMAS' music video as she battles it out for Christmas No 1

The songstress, 57, stunned in as thigh-skimming satin mini dress which boasted a black and white polkadot trim and huge bow.

Culture

77 m. ago Improve cholesterol and boost heart health with popular Christmas side dish

A popular Christmas side dish is packed with surprising health benefits - including improving cholesterol levels and boosting heart health

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