8 d. ago Gang of 'Asian men' who surrounded and sexually assaulted woman struck at a Christmas event for children

A 25-year-old woman was leaving Bazaar Restaurant in Captain Cook Square, Middlesbrough, when five to seven men made comments to her on December 13.

Events

1 week ago A beacon of hope among the most deprived in London this Christmas

The Christmas party at the Oasis St Martin’s Village hub in Tulse Hill was the first ever ‘Together at Christmas’ community meal – one of a series of pilot events taking place over the 2025 festive season, that organisers hope will become 1,000 meals by next Christmas

Politics

2 w. ago Tommy Robinson says he found Jesus in prison. Churches disagree about how to respond

C of E faces dilemma as far right claims Christianity to push agenda that often clashes with gospel messageGary made sure he got to Whitehall early for the “unite the kingdom” (UTK) outdoor carol service in the run-up to Christmas. After about 150,000 people turned up for the last rally called by Tommy Robinson in September, the leader of the anti-migrant far-right movement, he wanted to be sure of a prime position.He needn’t have worried. About 1,500 people – perhaps 1% of September’s turnout – came to Whitehall to sing carols and hear preachers in the twilight of a mid-December day. Robinson had publicly insisted the event was a non-political celebration of Christmas; maybe that deterred some of movement’s more ardent activists. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Welcome to Winter Wonderland! Fresh footage shows punches thrown, revellers hurled to floor and women screaming as Christmas attraction explodes into violence

The clip shows punches being thrown, bins being overturned and women screaming 'stop it' inside the event's Bavarian Village in London's Hyde Park on Christmas Eve.

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2 w. ago Putin dubs 3I/ATLAS 'Russia's secret weapon' as planet braces for alien invasion

Putin was questioned about the origins of 3I/ATLAS at an event before Christmas, and his response was surprising, as NASA says the comet has 'no aliens'

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2 w. ago Israeli police arrest Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus at Christmas party

Officers closed Christmas event in Haifa, confiscating equipment and also arresting a DJ and a street vendorIsraeli police arrested a Palestinian man dressed as Santa Claus during a raid on a Christmas party in Haifa, a civil rights monitor has said.Israeli officers closed an event celebrating Christmas on Sunday, confiscating equipment, and arresting the Palestinian Santa Claus, as well as a DJ and a street vendor. In a video, police can be seen pushing the men to the ground and handcuffing them as bystanders watched. Continue reading...

Events

2 w. ago No White Christmas for the UK but cold conditions and 65mph winds see yellow weather warning and events cancelled for safety fears

The Met Office's yellow weather warning is in place from 4am until midnight on Christmas Day, with gusts of up to 65mph predicted.

Events

2 w. ago Coronation Street star left for dead on Christmas Day with attacker on the loose

It was another eventful Christmas in Weatherfield as one family was torn apart by a shocking bombshell and another resident left for dead after a sinister attack

Events

3 w. ago Christmas Day parkrun: Full list of locations staging 5k event on December 25th

Christmas Day parkrun will be held at locations throughout the UK on Thursday

Politics

3 w. ago Stirling carers' contribution marked with charity's special Christmas events

The pair of events offered those involved with Stirling Carers Centre the opportunity for some respite over the festive break - including its young carers service.

Politics

3 w. ago Luke Littler on track at buzzing Ally Pally – World Championship talking points

Some unlikely heroes have emerged in the pre-Christmas leg of the PDC showpiece event.

Politics

3 w. ago What time Carols from King's is on BBC Two on Christmas Eve and where it is filmed

The annual event is a Christmas tradition for households across the UK

Politics

3 w. ago Kym Marsh on risqué new roles and why her family Christmas may be eventful

Kym has been causing a stir in her new Channel 5 thriller, and next up will be another star turn in a world premiere stage production

Politics

3 w. ago Inside hotel's wild 'Nude Year's Eve' party where Brits strip off to celebrate

WARNING, EXPLICIT CONTENT: Clover Spa and Hotel in Birmingham has carried out several Christmas events since the beginning of December for members of the growing naturist community – with more to come

Society

3 w. ago I went to EuroMillions winner’s £30 winter wonderland in his back garden – food was free but he’d have made a fortune

CIRQUE du Soleil isn't the theme I would choose if I was planning to host a winter wonderland experience in a field on Adrian Bayford's land.  For HQ Events, the firm behind the "Extraordinary Christmas Tale" it seems to have worked out okay, though.  Adrian Bayford, an ex-postie, scooped £148 million in the EuroMillions lottery with...

Economics

3 w. ago Winter Wonderland brawl breaks out in front of stunned guests in nightmare before Christmas

A viral TikTok video showed the moment multiple fights broke out inside the beer hall at London's Winter Wonderland in Hyde Park, with the scenes witnessed by horrified guests at the annual Christmas event

Politics

3 w. ago The Royal Christmas event that may 'tug on Prince Harry's heartstrings'

Harry and Meghan will be missing out on the Christmas Day celebrations at Sandringham with the rest of the Royal Family for the seventh year in a row

Politics

3 w. ago Everything you need to know about Christmas, and how it has evolved into a global holiday

Originally a Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus, Christmas has evolved into a global cultural event

Politics

3 w. ago EA FC 26 Winter Wildcards: Leaked squad, release date, time for Christmas promo

One of the most popular events in EA Sports FC is returning this Christmas with a squad full of new special player items that will be available in Ultimate Team.

Politics

3 w. ago 'Beautiful' diamond bracelet called 'timeless' by happy shoppers slashed by 50%

The jeweller is hosting a Christmas event with up to 50% off selected rings, bracelets and necklaces

Politics