28 h. ago Why America still can’t make its own artificial Christmas trees

Tariffs are pushing up prices on artificial Christmas trees, exposing how reliant the US remains on overseas manufacturing

Politics

30 h. ago Throw out your Christmas tree immediately if you find walnut

A viral warning has urged people with real Christmas trees to look out for a brown, walnut-sized hard clump that resembles a pine cone, as it could actually be a praying mantis egg sac containing hundreds of eggs

Politics

30 h. ago Christmas trees with weird clump like a pine cone need to be binned now

Real Christmas trees can harbour unwanted guests with praying mantis egg sacs containing up to 200 eggs that can hatch in warm homes – though finding them is rare, especially in the UK

Politics

30 h. ago Bin your Christmas tree now if you spot unusual lump looking like a pine cone

These brown, walnut-sized clumps on real Christmas trees could contain hundreds of praying mantis eggs that may hatch indoors

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34 h. ago Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up

A trade association says new U.S. tariffs increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10% to 15% this year as tree companies reduced their orders and raised prices to cover the higher import taxes

Politics

45 h. ago What to know about the search for the Brown University shooting suspect

Police renewed their search for the gunman who killed two Brown University students and wounded nine others after they released a person of interest they had detained

Events

45 h. ago Vatican unveils Nativity scene, lights Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square

The Vatican has unveiled its Nativity scene and lit the towering Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square

Politics

49 h. ago Add an extra festive flourish to your Christmas dinner with this top

This highly-rated 12-piece tableware set features a festive Christmas Tree design and there's still time to get it delivered before the 25th

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50 h. ago Britain's best pyjamas revealed: Our fashion editor has picked the very best to wear whatever the occasion

While the outside world sparkles with glitz and glam at this time of year, 'tis also the season for staying warm and snug indoors.

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54 h. ago Expert tips on how to keep your Christmas tree fresh for longer

Frequent watering and a well-timed trim are essential for keeping your tree at its best

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3 d. ago Twas the drought before Christmas! Tree growers say dry conditions over the summer mean they could drop their needles and be bare by the big day

Severe drought conditions are said to have caused 'stress' to the festive firs, with buyers advised to only pick out the freshest from the batch.

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3 d. ago Next's 'beautiful' £12 Christmas decorations shoppers 'can't wait to put on the tree'

The Decoris Set of 4 Santa Bows brings a touch of classic Christmas and is bang on trend for 2025

Economics

3 d. ago 'Oldest' Christmas tree almost destroyed in Blitz back for another year

The tree was bought from Woolworths for sixpence

Politics

3 d. ago Two men arrested for chopping down Christmas tree hours after being lit

Residents were horrified after the living Christmas tree was horrendously felled just hours after the lights were turned on — but now two men are under investigation

Events

4 d. ago Two arrested as village Christmas tree cut down hours after lights switch

'This was a disgusting act of mindless vandalism, which has caused huge upset throughout the village'

Events

4 d. ago Two arrested after County Durham village Christmas tree hacked down

The tree was felled sometime between 10pm and 11pm on Wednesday in Shotton Colliery, County Durham, just hours after the lights were switched on

Events

4 d. ago Inside Europe’s ‘erotic winter wonderland’ where ‘sinful’ Brits watch festive

WITH its festive decorations and an impressive tree adorned with twinkling lights and baubles, the Santa Pauli Christmas market looks like any other at first glance.  But visitors are in for a very naughty surprise because this is a “spicy, X-rated festive market for alternative Christmas presents”.  It’s been hailed as the fifth ‘Best Christmas...

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4 d. ago 'Our children's hospice creates magical Christmas memories for families to treasure'

As our amazing Mirror Christmas appeal for Lifelites continues, Amanda Stocks spends the day at The Treehouse children's hospice in Ipswich - and actor Gryff Rhys Jones shares his support

Society

4 d. ago THE CHIC LIST: My 7 tips for party season dressing without looking like a Christmas tree

My seven seasonal style hacks for easy glamour

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5 d. ago Dobbies’ Livingston store announces Christmas tree donation winners

St Nicholas Nursery, Whitdale Primary School, Seafield Nursery Class and Polkemmet Primary School headed along to the Livingston store to pick up their free Christmas tree, bringing festive magic to their local community this December.

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