1 hour ago Not so biodegradable after all! 'Flushable' wet wipes remain in the system for more than 5 WEEKS where they congeal into massive fatbergs, study warns

Wet wipes persist for more than five weeks in water, challenging 'biodegradability' claims on the packaging, a new Cardiff University study reveals.

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3 h. ago This Scottish Christmas market ranks among best in the UK for budget

The market has been ranked among the UK’s most cost-efficient, offering festive attractions, a wide range of stalls, and seasonal food and drink.

Economics

3 h. ago Massive Willie Mullins market moves rock the big Christmas races with Fact To File the new King George favourite

WILLIE MULLINS sparked a series of massive market moves for the big Christmas races. And the biggest plunge of all came for the new King George favourite. Paddy Power and Betfair make Ryanair king Fact To File the new 15-8 fav for the feature 3m Grade 1 on Boxing Day. Others were slightly more defensive,...

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5 h. ago German police arrest a suspect amid fears of another Christmas market terror attack

Man held by German anti-terror police amid fears of another terror attack on a Christmas market

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5 h. ago I spent £17 on Trafford Centre pick and mix and was left astonished

The same company that has stalls at Manchester Christmas Markets

Economics

6 h. ago 'Christmas market ISIS 'mass terror attack' plot' foiled in Poland

Mateusz W., a student at the Catholic University of Lublin, wanted to commit an attack using explosives and planned to join a terrorist organisation, officials said.

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9 h. ago ‘Dozens’ of Scots manufacturing workers face redundancy as company confirms job losses

DOZENS of skilled workers at a Scots manufacturing firm are facing redundancy after the company confirmed a global restructuring. Up to 30 roles at Convergix Automation Solutions in Arbroath, Angus, are understood to be at risk after Christmas. Bosses say they’re “realigning” with market conditions and are considering redundancies at the Elliot Industrial Estate that...

Economics

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

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16 h. ago Intimidating masked youths, sky high prices and yobs trying to start fights at 5pm: Birmingham's Frankfurt market was once the pride of Brum, now it's a festive nightmare

The Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market I used to be so eager to visit each year is now little more than a tourist trap, filled with troublemakers.

Economics

22 h. ago Moment police raid Christmas market and arrest 11 'illegal migrant workers' from India, Iraq and China

Nine men of Indian, Iraqi and Chinese nationality were detained at Kempton Park Market. A further two men of Indian nationality were arrested at a nearby residential address.

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26 h. ago 'The grinch won't be stealing Christmas because Rachel Reeves already has': Household gloom about finances slumps to two

Rachel Reeves was accused of 'stealing Christmas' yesterday after the Budget left households the gloomiest in two years about the outlook for their personal finances.

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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

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30 h. ago UK's best Christmas market crowned — it's less than an hour from Wales

Which? has compiled a list of the best Christmas markets in the UK with Bath the closest top-rated market to Wales

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30 h. ago These affordable Devon lodges are perfect for a festive family getaway

Nestled between Exmoor National Park and Dartmoor’s beautiful countryside, The Mole Resort guarantees festive feels on a budget, says Leeanna Lock

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32 h. ago BREAKING: Man collapses and dies in front of horrified Christmas shoppers in Durham market

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32 h. ago Tragedy as man dies after collapsing in city centre market in front of horrified shoppers and staff

A MAN collapsed and died in front of horrified Christmas shoppers in a city centre market venue. The man tragically died at the busy indoor Market Hall in Market Place, Durham, at around 12.55pm on Saturday. It is understood that the man collapsed with a cardiac arrest inside the venue. Managers of the indoor Market...

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34 h. ago 'I visited Britain's best Christmas market but it was lacking one important detail'

This year's edition of a famous Christmas market has been the target of criticism, mainly for overlooking one important thing.

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39 h. ago I visited a great Christmas market in one of Europe's most walkable cities just 1 hour from UK

Amsterdam's iconic Christmas market serves glühwein, raclette and festive treats just one hour from the UK - it needs to be on your radar this winter.

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41 h. ago 'A Nightmare before Christmas': Hospitality is being crushed by Labour's botched business rates reform, says industry chief

Christmas should be a time of cheer, but last month's Budget has instead left hospitality businesses at their wits' end worrying about the looming business rates car crash.

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48 h. ago Birmingham Christmas market CANCELLED as trader says 'I've lost everything'

Traders have spoken of their financial woes after the popular Boldmere Christmas Festival was cancelled following a reduction in council funding from £7,000 to £3,000

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