51 h. ago Half of workers have already spent their wages for the month

Spending often spikes during the Christmas period, as people pay for gifts, expensive food and alcohol, and entertainment.

Economics

5 d. ago Retailers suffer ‘drab’ Christmas as shoppers shun gifting for sales – figures

Total UK retail sales were up 1.2% year-on-year in December – well below last December’s growth of 3.2% and the 12-month average of 2.3%.

Economics

6 d. ago Gift sets aren’t just for Christmas: This January is all about self

Why slowing down, getting cosy and treating yourself is exactly what January is for.

Politics

7 d. ago Stacey Solomon's 'game changer' bathtime gadget gives you spa

Stacey Solomon has shared a luxurious 'game changer' Christmas gift from Joe Swash that transforms your bath into a spa-like experience with bubbling massage jets

Politics

9 d. ago ‘How can I return a Christmas gift in secret?’ Your refund rights explained

Returning an unwanted Christmas gift might not be as simple as you think

Politics

1 week ago I’ve sold 1,400 items on Vinted – the biggest mistake people make & my formula for quick sales without lowering prices

IF you’ve got a Vinted account full of listings that just won’t sell, you’ve come to the right place.  Or if your purse is feeling tighter than ever and you're eager to know how to flog those unwanted Christmas gifts that are clogging up space, we've got just the thing. According to one savvy seller,...

Economics

1 week ago Kate Middleton admits to 'notoriously bad' habit that inspired her Christmas gifts

The Princess of Wales once told former I'm A Celebrity.. Get Me Out Of Here winner Giovanna Fletcher about her most forgetful habit, which all of her family tease her about

Politics

1 week ago Record £1billion of Christmas gifts to be jettisoned by ungrateful recipients

An estimated 52 million presents - with an average price of £57 each - are expected to be sent back in exchange for refunds, exchanges or store credits during the post-Christmas period.

Economics

2 w. ago Lorraine Kelly leaves ITV crew stunned after 'swapping Christmas gift vouchers for penguin adoptions'

Lorraine Kelly reportedly left members of her ITV daytime team taken aback after changing up her usual Christmas tradition.

Politics

2 w. ago Four ways to boost your bank balance by selling your old items

TODAY is “Sell-It Sunday”, according to resale site Vinted. It’s the day we are most likely to upload our unwanted Christmas gifts to the marketplace. Other sites, such as eBay and Gumtree, will also see a post-Christmas frenzy. So boost your bank balance by selling your old items, or pick up a bargain. BEST SELLERS:...

Economics

2 w. ago Scotland star Andy Robertson receives heartfelt Christmas gift from fan

Abigail Rudkin says she was “absolutely buzzing” after being asked by Robertson’s wife to create a special artwork celebrating Scotland’s World Cup qualification and paying tribute to his late friend Diogo Jota.

Politics

2 w. ago M&S Christmas gift loved by shoppers slashed to £2.50 in January sales

Shoppers have been snapping up the bargains, with many items half price

Economics

2 w. ago Travis Barker defended by daughter Alabama after ‘inappropriate’ Christmas presents spark backlash

Travis Barker defended by his daughter Alabama after fans criticised the Blink-182 drummer for gifting her lingerie for Christmas

Politics

2 w. ago Travis Barker defended by daughter Alabama, 20, after ‘inappropriate’ birthday gift

TRAVIS Barker's daughter Alabama has defended her dad in a furious rant after he was accused of buying her an inappropriate gift for her birthday. The 20-year-old content creator, who celebrated her birthday on Christmas Eve, previously shared a video showing off her present haul which included sexy lingerie from drummer Travis, 50, and wife...

Politics

2 w. ago Darts star Luke Humphries splashes out on £200k supercar as 'little Christmas treat' to himself

The World No.2 is loving his Christmas gift and now the Sid Waddell Trophy back as part of his New Year celebrations

Economics

2 w. ago PETA slams Kim Kardashian for buying each of her four children puppies for Christmas

The reality star posted a photo of the four Pomeranian puppies on Christmas Day

Politics

2 w. ago George, Charlotte and Louis’ heartwarming Christmas gift to those in need revealed

The Royal Family children of the Prince and Princess of Wales have donated a series of poignant gifts to an important charity, after being inspired by their mother

Events

2 w. ago John Lewis children's Christmas toy recall announced amid 'risk of choking'

A children's Christmas gift sold at John Lewis faces a recall due to a potential choking hazard

Events

2 w. ago Dad so 'mesmerised' by Christmas gift he says it's 'best £120 ever spent'

A dad has become a social media viral sensation after he appeared to become 'mesmerised' by the Christmas present he spent a whopping £120 on for his whole family

Economics

2 w. ago Football pundit Gordon Dalziel caught cheating on girlfriend after she hired private detective

The ex-Raith Rovers striker revealed how he was caught leading a double life when two women realised he bought them the same Christmas gift one year.

Events