6 h. ago We’re alcohol experts – how to do a booze cruise for cheap wine and spirits in time for Christmas saving £630

WITH Christmas around the corner, could a Calais booze cruise still save you money in this post-Brexit era? Ben McFarland and Tom Sandham – alcohol experts known as The Thinking Drinkers – went on a trip to find out . . .   The booze cruise has long been a British tradition – we’ve been benefiting from lower French alcohol...

Economics

13 h. ago Huge Tesco Clubcard update today could save you an extra £500 before Christmas

Tesco is offering shoppers a festive boost with changes to its Clubcard scheme, including double points on gift cards and exclusive rewards on everything from Vauxhall cars to EV chargers

Economics

15 h. ago ‘We were swimming in the mind pool of Tom Stoppard!’ – actors salute the great playwright

Rufus Sewell, Christine Baranski, Susan Wokoma, Toby Jones and Harriet Walter share their unforgettable encounters with a theatrical giantI worked with Tom when I was quite young, on Arcadia in 1993, and again on Rock’n’Roll 13 years later. In the interim it slowly dawned on me that not all jobs were like that. He was one of the most intelligent people you could ever meet but the extraordinary thing was that you’d walk away from conversations with him feeling like you were not unintelligent or unwitty yourself. That’s not always the case with incredibly brilliant writers and funny people. That generosity of spirit marked my time with him. He was incredibly good company, very sweet, and you felt encouraged to put forward your own ideas, make your own jokes. Continue reading...

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17 h. ago Mother reveals how she cooks her Christmas dinner a month early

Mother Claire Gillies, 47, from Hertfordshire, has revealed how she finished cooking her Christmas dinner a month early - minus the turkey - to save her three hours in the kitchen on the big day.

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18 h. ago Shoppers race to save £220 on Christmas beauty gift sets as prices drop on Medik8 and more

Cult Beauty's festive gift sets offer exceptional savings on luxury brands including Medik8, but with one stand-out box already selling out, shoppers will have to be quick

Economics

22 h. ago Runaway reindeer sparks huge emergency operation to 'save Christmas'

The Royal Marines, armed police officers and lifeboat crews were among those who helped catch the missing animal

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40 h. ago Massive emergency operation launched after reindeer escapes from Christmas event

A huge operation was launched when a reindeer escaped from a Christmas event - a local said quick actions meant 'Christmas was saved'

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43 h. ago Start your Christmas food prep NOW! You can save time on the big day by cooking and freezing your veg, spuds and even gravy with these fail

The Batch Lady Suzanne Mulholland shares her fail-safe short cuts for a stress-free Christmas, from how to prepare and freeze all the festive veg, to the delicious gravy you can make in November.

Society

46 h. ago Boots £20 beauty bauble saves Christmas shoppers £48 on Liz Earle, Rituals and more

The Stars of the Show Boots Beauty Bauble features a mix of skincare, haircare and polish-perfecting treats

Economics

61 h. ago Jamie Oliver's ‘really clever’ Christmas dinner hack could save you time

Chatting to Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 show, Naked Chef star Jamie Oliver revealed a "really clever" tip to help people speed up the preparation of their festive dinners

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67 h. ago 'I do all my Christmas shopping on Vinted and only spend just £100 on everyone'

If you want to save money at Christmas time, one woman has shared how Vinted is the perfect way to do it, admitting she spends only £100 on her festive gifts

Economics

68 h. ago 'I saved money on Christmas gifts by changing 1 thing to stick to £100 budget'

Christmas can get very expensive, so that's why one woman chooses to shop secondhand with Vinted and says the festive period needs to be less about consumerism and more thoughtful

Economics

3 d. ago Four easy and savvy tips to keep costs down this Christmas and avoid overspending

WE spend on average £800 extra around Christmas – but while costs feel endless, there are ways to keep control. A few simple steps can ward off a financial hangover in January. Here are a few ideas . . . STICK TO A SHOPPING LIST: MoneySuperMarket reckons we spend more than £350 on food and drink at Christmas....

Economics

3 d. ago Morrisons is making major change to 300 stores starting from 2026

It comes after Morrisons made a major change to its Christmas Savers club loyalty scheme

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4 d. ago 14 ways to save money and get ready for Christmas before the end of 2025

’TIS the season to be savvy as research reveals that Christmas celebrations could cost families an incredible £1,626.46. A poll by MoneySuperMarket suggests presents, festive food, party outfits and visiting loved ones can add up to a bumper bill. But with half of adults trying to cut back on spending this year, itpays to shop...

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6 d. ago I’ve saved over £100 on my girl’s Christmas gifts & got everything on her list including Disney dolls & Hey Dugee toys

A MUM is saving big this Christmas by snapping up second-hand toys and gifts. With festive costs soaring, Lauren Ralph has ditched the high street and turned to Vinted to stretch her budget further. “I already use Vinted regularly, so it felt like a natural step to buy Christmas presents there too,” the 28-year-old said....

Economics

7 d. ago Idrissa Gueye’s slap becomes a kick in the teeth for Ruben Amorim as 10

Manchester United 0-1 Everton: A spirit David Moyes won at Old Trafford for the first time as an away manager - and the ridiculous red card made it all the greater a night for the Toffees

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1 week ago James Martin says do 1 Christmas cooking task now to save time and energy

Chef James Martin has spoken about a clever three-ingredient hack that'll save you plenty of time ahead of Christmas Day. So here's everything you need to know

Politics

1 week ago Christmas Jumper Day 2025: when is it and how can you celebrate?

Participants are encouraged to support sustainability by wearing their existing jumpers, buying pre-owned or vintage options, or knitting their own

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1 week ago 10 hidden European Christmas markets with stunning views and cheap mulled wine

A festive index has unveiled the best 'hidden gem' European Christmas markets, spanning Italy, Austria, Germany, France, Slovenia, and Switzerland

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