42 h. ago Supermarket giant with 980 shops to close most stores for three days this Christmas

The retailer is urging customers to visit their stores in the early hours or late evening to avoid the busiest times

Economics

2 d. ago Tragic teen's final moments after making fatal mistake and instantly realising

Harley Dilley, 14, vanished on his way to school just before Christmas - but it wasn't until 23 days later that police found him after he got stuck in a chimney

Events

3 d. ago Best Christmas beauty gift sets 2025 from Boots, Charlotte Tilbury, Sephora and more

With Christmas on the horizon, we've rounded up some of the best beauty gift sets from fragrances to skincare hauls that'll have the wow-factor come Christmas Day

Politics

3 d. ago Rail firm ordered to pay £1m after woman killed putting head out of train window

Bethan Roper, 28, was returning home with friends from a day out Christmas shopping when she was fatally injured on a Great Western Railway service.

Economics

4 d. ago High street charity shop to close 190 UK stores as part of major restructuring plan

The charity firm has announced new retail plans that will see it "invest more money in life-saving cancer research."

Politics

5 d. ago The 'indulgent' Christmas Day brunch at a London luxury hotel is returning

One of London 's luxury hotels is bringing back its lavish Christmas Day bottomless brunch this year - but the festive experience comes with a hefty price tag.

Politics

5 d. ago How an afternoon at glossy Christmas attraction Lapland UK has become more expensive than a day trip to the REAL Lapland

Started by Alison and Mike Battle in 2007, Lapland UK has become the celebrities' Christmas attraction of choice - but its premium four-hour tickets now cost more than an actual trip to Lapland.

Politics

5 d. ago The Christmas food items to stock up on NOW to avoid disappointment on the big day, according to an expert

Among those, the luxury British retailer, Marks and Spencer's has already been whetting the appetites of its customers with the release of 400 new Christmas food items.

Politics

5 d. ago M&S: UK staff must work Boxing Day 2025 as retailer cancels regular Christmas day off for first time in years

For the first time in five years, staff will be on duty Boxing Day 🛒

Politics

5 d. ago POLL OF THE DAY: Is Britain doing enough to protect its Jewish population?

Yom Kippur is seen as the holiest day in the Jewish calendar - similar to Christmas Day for Christians - and is a time when synagogues are usually particularly busy.

Politics

6 d. ago 'Best' UK Christmas market announces exciting new twist for 25th anniversary

The popular festive event will be back in the city centre for 15 days over the run-up to Christmas

Politics

6 d. ago ITV Coronation Street fans 'work out' Christmas storylines from death to huge betrayal

Coronation Street fans are convinced they've worked out the Christmas Day storylines, with some thinking they've figured out who will be killed off and who will be exposed

Events

7 d. ago The cheapest days to fly over Thanksgiving and Christmas this year

If you want the best prices, you better get moving now on booking tickets

Politics

8 d. ago The cheapest days to fly over Thanksgiving and Christmas ... plus the secret best week for traveling abroad

If you want the best prices, you better get moving now on booking tickets

Transport

8 d. ago I tried Tesco's new Christmas food range and there's one dish that's 'perfect'

Tesco is the first step into Christmas Ellen Jenne had this year with less than a 100 days to go

Politics

9 d. ago Trick to get 13 days off this Christmas by using just 6 days of annual leave

With all the bank holidays in the UK now all done until Christmas, when should you book off your remaining days of annual leave?

Politics

9 d. ago Poundland to shut six shops today as it confirms two more stores to close – full list of 67 being axed

POUNDLAND is set to close six stores today in a blow to shoppers. The popular discount chain will close its branches in Havant, Newport, Ripley, Swanley, Uttoxeter and Partick for good today. Meanwhile, it has confirmed that a further two stores will be axed. Its shop in Market Harborough will close on October 9, while...

Economics

1 week ago 20 Universal Credit freebies and discounts you can claim in October worth more than £17,000 – including FREE days out

FAMILIES on Universal Credit could be missing out on thousands of pounds' worth of extra cash - including free half-term day trips. With the expense of Christmas looming and the cost of living continuing to soar, it's a crucial time to make the most of help on offer. Many of these schemes don’t need to...

Economics

1 week ago The Guide #210: Is One Battle After Another finally Paul Thomas Anderson’s Oscars moment?

In this week’s newsletter: The latest from the American virtuoso director is a big, swing-for-the-fences hit that looks certain to be an awards season contenderTruly, it is a hallowed date for cinephiles, Letterboxd addicts, film bros and people who will only watch movies in 70mm. Yes, happy One Battle After Another release day to all who celebrate.For card-carrying members of the tribe (and I’m absolutely one of them), the arrival of a new Paul Thomas Anderson film is an event equal in magnitude to Christmas Day meets the World Cup final meets McDonald’s bringing back the McRib. PTA – as the heads call him – may not be the most famous director of his age (Spielberg, Cameron, Scorsese, Nolan and even namesake Wes Anderson are more recognisable to the average filmgoer), but he is surely the most adored among his fans, a film-maker incapable of making a bad film. Continue reading...

Events

1 week ago Boots fans bag £37 No7 Christmas set that 'reduces wrinkles in days' for £10

No7 has unveiled a range of beauty gift sets available to buy from Boots with many containing beloved wrinkle-busting formulas and help save money

Economics