1 hour ago How to spot if someone is lonely – and what you can do to help

The festive season can be hard for many older adults on their own

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3 h. ago Christmas: 10 free things to do in London this festive season

London is an expensive city, but it doesn’t always have to be

Politics

5 h. ago Arne Slot confirms Mohamed Salah’s Liverpool departure date for Africa Cup of Nations 2025

The Egyptian has struggled for the Reds this season and will be away with The Pharaohs during the festive period for the Africa Cup of Nations

Politics

7 h. ago Kate Middleton just made us all want ruby earrings for Christmas

With the festive season fast approaching, few gifts delight quite like sparkling jewellery.

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9 h. ago 8 Coronation Street spoilers for next week as Maggie's past exposed, Lisa leaves Carla and Debbie's wedding plans

The drama is building in the ITV soap ahead of the festive season

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19 h. ago Full list of retailer Christmas return dates to avoid unwanted gifts this festive season

A consumer expert has shared the last return dates for Christmas gifts to ease shopping stress this year.

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22 h. ago AD FEATURE: Keep your bins under control this Christmas with these simple tips

From leftover food to wrapping paper and batteries, here’s how to recycle smarter this festive season in Greater Manchester

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22 h. ago How to make sure your Christmas bulbs last the festive season

How to prolong the flowering time of your indoor bulbs this winter

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23 h. ago UK cities ranked by good deeds as Cambridge and Newcastle lag behind

A new survey has revealed which UK cities are the most generous this festive season, but how does your rank?

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25 h. ago The best time to break up with your partner before Christmas, according to experts

If you're looking to end an unhappy relationship ahead of the festive season, now's the time to act. 

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25 h. ago 10 toxic foods that could kill your dog this Christmas: Everything you need to know

As the festive season is upon us, many people will start to indulge in foods and meals they might not normally be eating, many of those might not be safe for dogs

Events

29 h. ago Clinical pharmacist's alert as 'overeating' symptoms 'could be bowel cancer'

The festive season is looming and overindulgence is common, but a full belly might not be innocent

Science

29 h. ago 'Gorgeous' £4 Sainsbury's item is 'perfect for festive season'

The supermarket's 'unreal' offering has impressed shoppers who say they are 'obsessed'

Economics

34 h. ago A Traitors cloak, Britpop Trumps and a very arty swearbox: it’s the Culture Christmas gift guide!

Put some artful oomph into your festive season with our bumper guide, featuring everything from a satanic South Park shirt to Marina Abramović’s penis salt and pepper potsIs there an overly sweary person in your life? Do you have a friend who’s utterly bereft without The Traitors? Would anyone you know like to shake up their cocktail-making? And do you ever wish your neighbours’ doormat was, well, a bit more kinky?Well, look no further! Our bumper Christmas gift guide has arty present suggestions galore for all these people – and many more. Dig in before the jingle bells rush! Continue reading...

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47 h. ago Shoppers 'highly recommend' Bunches' 'lovely' Christmas wreaths

Bunches, a family run florist loved for its beautiful flowers, plants and hampers, has launched a range of Christmas wreaths that are perfect for the festive season

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49 h. ago Service families reunited for festive season as ships return to home bases

More than 2,500 personnel, made up of 2,100 Britons, 200 Norwegians and Canadians and Spanish, have been involved in the deployment.

Society

50 h. ago Three 'magical' Netflix Christmas films to add to your festive watchlist

Netflix has plenty of hidden gems worth watching this festive season

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54 h. ago AD FEATURE: 7 reasons Cardiff at Christmas provides a magical festive city break

Discover all there is to know about the city during the festive season and plot your own route through the magic

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60 h. ago Christmas trees will stay in 'optimum condition' throughout the season if you follow these 10 tips

From keeping them hydrated to how to choose the right tree for your home and for your needs, a Christmas tree expert has shared tips and tricks for this festive season

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3 d. ago Brits face popular Guinness beer shortage as huge strike action looms before Christmas

A DRY Christmas could be on the cards for millions of Brits as furious workers at Diageo's Belfast brewery prepare to down tools in a massive row over pay. The UK is facing a "Guinness drought" this festive season after staff voted unanimously to reject a pay offer and launch eight days of strikes next...

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