1 hour ago EastEnders love rat Max Branning gets a split lip during massive Christmas bust

EASTENDERS fans will see love rat Max Branning get a split lip following a fight at a family christening as part of the Christmas Day special. The soap character, played by actor Jake Wood, 53, is seen with blood on his face after an argument with his brother Jack, played by Scott Maslen. In scenes...

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18 h. ago Top Christmas towns to visit this month less than two hours from the UK

Christmas day trips could be taking families to some of the most iconic locations, as experts share the top festive itineraries less than two hours from the UK

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40 h. ago Vicky Pattison's £12 'luxury' fleece pyjamas are perfect for Christmas Day

The cosy pyjamas from Strictly star Vicky Pattison's latest collection with Matalan can be snagged for £11.78 rather than £28 - here's how

Economics

51 h. ago Illuminated angels soar over streets of London with message of 'welcome' to the capital as new Christmas lights go up a day after Bonfire Night

The seasonal spectacle runs until January 4, inviting Londoners and visitors alike to soak up the sparkle and joy of the season.

Events

57 h. ago A kind gesture at hundreds of pubs for those working on Christmas Day this year

'Millions will be giving up their own Christmas Day to keep the nation running'

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60 h. ago Shoppers told 'wait before you buy' in 2025 Christmas alert to save money

People buying Christmas presents weeks ahead of the big day might want to pause when buying certain items

Economics

61 h. ago Scots Christmas shift workers offered free festive meals at pubs across country

Tthousands of nurses, carers, delivery drivers and others working on Christmas Day workers are being honoured with a celebratory meal on December 1.

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62 h. ago Twisted internet searches of celebrity vegan chef before he murdered entire family on Christmas Day

A DISGRACED celebrity chef convicted of murdering his wife and two children in a 2017 Christmas Day massacre made a series of harrowing internet searches before carrying out the killing spree. Anthony Milan Ross, 53, gunned down his estranged wife Iris outside a Phoenix apartment when she turned up to collect their children.  Ross then...

Events

3 d. ago Last date to book your nail appointment before Christmas as slots fill up by November

If you're hoping to have a fresh-looking set of nails in time for Christmas Day then this is the date you need to book your salon appointment by – but slots are filling up fast

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3 d. ago Brewery offering Christmas Day shift workers free meal but you'll have to be quick

Shift workers are eligible for a free meal ahead of Christmas - and it's super easy to sign up.

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3 d. ago Greene King pub offering free meal to Christmas Day shift workers

The pub is giving away thousands of free meals so those working on Christmas Day can celebrate early.

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4 d. ago Strictly in 'final talks' with Alex Jones and Bradley Walsh to take over as presenters

The BBC show is searching for two new presenters after Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman announced they would be stepping down at the end of this series, with their final episode airing on Christmas Day

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4 d. ago PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: Christmas At The Botanics 2025 magical highlights revealed by creative director Zoe Bottrell

It’s never too early to deck the halls - not in Zoe Bottrell's world. In fact it's Christmas every day.

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4 d. ago Charming French town with beautiful Christmas market so close it could be a day trip

Lille in France is the perfect destination for an extreme day trip, with the Eurostar from London taking just an hour and 22 minutes to reach the city

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5 d. ago Leona Lewis and Suranne Jones among stars to support Christmas Jumper Day

She is joined by podcasters Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks, actors Zawe Aston and Angela Griffin, singer Claire Richards and broadcaster Amanda Holden.

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5 d. ago Marks and Spencer release Christmas advert with UK star in huge role

Marks and Spencer has just dropped its 2025 Christmas advert, starring Dawn French as a fed-up commuter trying to make her way home before Christmas Day.

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5 d. ago Get perfect Christmas roast potatoes by completing 1 task in November

A woman has shared a simple hack for ensuring your Christmas roast potatoes are perfect on the day - and it involves getting a head start this month

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6 d. ago Tesco shoppers announce ‘Christmas dessert sorted’ after new pudding spotted on shelves

The product has been dubbed the perfect Christmas Day dessert

Politics

6 d. ago Premier League fans only have one group of people to blame in Boxing Day fixture row

Newcastle United supporters face a long trip to Manchester United for the only Premier League fixture to be played the day after Christmas - but TV companies want value for money

Sport

8 d. ago Christmas shopping: AI supercomputer reveals the best day to start your festive shop to save money, and stress

Smart shoppers can save cash and their sanity by following this pre-Christmas timeline 🎁

Economics