Ditching Christmas gifts transformed the festive season for me
A decade without Christmas presents has banished financial stress and festive waste. With the cost-of-living crisis, could a gift-free holiday be the answer for more UK families?
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Swap Cranberry Sauce for Chutney This Christmas
A food expert reveals why caramelised onion or plum chutney is a superior festive condiment. Discover how to elevate your Christmas dinner and leftovers.
Christmas Dinner Upgrade: Swap Cranberry for Chutney
A food expert reveals why chutney is a superior festive condiment to cranberry sauce. Discover the best chutneys to elevate your Christmas dinner and leftovers.
How to clear debt in 2026: Expert's essential tips
Financial expert Vicky Parry reveals actionable strategies to tackle credit card and overdraft debt. Learn about balance transfers, consolidation loans, and smart budgeting to achieve a debt-free 2026.
Review: Pukka's Festive Pie is a Christmas Dinner Alternative
Tired of the traditional roast? We tried Pukka's Festive Pie, a complete Christmas dinner in pastry. Discover if this £2.25 supermarket find is the perfect holiday alternative.
Investors profit billions from countries in debt distress
Exclusive analysis reveals how funds like BlackRock and JP Morgan are poised to make huge profits from loans to struggling nations, as debt crises deepen. Calls grow for UK-led reform.
Young Senator's Student Debt Cut Sparks Backlash
Australia's youngest senator, on a salary of nearly £125,000, faces criticism for celebrating a 20% student debt cut. Critics call the policy unfair, benefiting high earners most.
Top 14 UK Christmas Light Trails for 2025
Discover the UK's most spectacular festive light trails for 2025, from Kew Gardens to Edinburgh. Find dates, prices, and booking details for magical family outings.
Gen Z Debt: 27% Default, Risking Mortgages
Over a quarter of UK Gen Z have defaulted on debt. Learn what a default means, its serious consequences for your credit file, and how to avoid one to protect your financial future.
Women hit harder by public debt in Scotland
New research reveals women in Scotland are disproportionately driven into poverty by public debt collection. A wake-up call for policymakers to reform harsh recovery methods.
Parents pressured into 'perfect Christmas' debt
New research reveals 78% of UK parents feel pressured to create a picture-perfect Christmas for their children, with many taking on debt they can't afford. Discover how families are coping.
Martin Lewis: Ban Unnecessary Christmas Gifts
Money expert Martin Lewis urges a ban on 'unnecessary' Christmas presents to break a cycle of debt and stress. Discover his social banking theory and UK spending stats.
The Ivy Christmas Menu Review: Secret Ingredient Revealed
Experience The Ivy's festive feast with a surprise Worcestershire sauce addition to the Christmas shepherd's pie. Discover why this £60 menu offers exceptional value for a magical dining experience.
Lidl's 2025 Christmas party food from £1.20
Lidl launches its 2025 Christmas party food range with prices from £1.19. Discover new festive treats and returning favourites perfect for hosting without breaking the bank.
Dunelm's Affordable Christmas Wreaths From £7
Discover Dunelm's stunning collection of festive wreaths starting at just £7. From traditional pine to disco ball designs, find the perfect Christmas decoration for your home.
Bank of England Warns of Growing Consumer Debt Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals millions of Britons are struggling with bills and loan repayments as the Bank of England sounds alarm over growing consumer debt crisis.
Illinois wipes out $1bn medical debt for 300,000 residents
Governor JB Pritzker announces revolutionary $10 million medical debt relief programme, set to eliminate bills for nearly 300,000 Illinois residents in one of America's most ambitious healthcare reforms.
195,000 households get energy debts wiped clean
Major energy debt relief announced as regulator clears £25 million in outstanding bills for vulnerable households across Great Britain. Find out if you're eligible for this financial lifeline.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Trump's $7.8 Trillion Debt Bomb Exposes GOP Hypocrisy
Exclusive analysis reveals stunning Republican U-turn on fiscal responsibility as Trump-era policies and pandemic spending drive US debt to unprecedented levels, creating a political minefield for the GOP.
US per capita debt surpasses Greece and Italy
Stunning analysis reveals the average American carries more government debt than citizens of European nations notorious for fiscal crises. Discover what this means for global markets.
ATO enlists debt collectors for tax recovery
The Australian Taxation Office has escalated its debt recovery efforts by hiring private debt collectors to pursue billions in outstanding taxes. Learn how this affects taxpayers and what you need to know.
Ultimate Supermarket Christmas Food Guide 2024
Discover the best supermarket Christmas food and drink offerings for 2024, from show-stopping mains to decadent desserts, ensuring your holiday celebration is both delicious and effortless.
US National Debt Crisis Accelerates at Record Pace
The United States national debt has surged past a terrifying milestone, growing at its fastest pace in history. Experts warn this unprecedented acceleration threatens global economic stability.
Barcelona's £138m Debt Crisis Exposed in Documents
Shocking financial documents expose Barcelona's £138 million debt turmoil as club faces mounting pressure despite recent cost-cutting measures and player sales.
Global South Debt Crisis: Western Inaction Strangling Nations
Exclusive analysis reveals how mounting debt payments are crippling Global South economies while wealthy nations delay meaningful action. Discover the human cost and potential solutions.
Bailiffs visit one UK home every 59 seconds
Shocking new data reveals bailiffs are visiting UK households at unprecedented rates as families struggle with mounting debt and rising living costs.
HMRC gains power to seize money from bank accounts
HM Revenue & Customs gains controversial authority to recover tax debts directly from personal bank accounts without court orders, raising privacy and fairness concerns across Britain.
Global Debt to Hit 100% of GDP by 2029 - IMF
The International Monetary Fund issues stark warning as global government debt is projected to reach 100% of GDP within five years, with the UK facing particularly challenging economic headwinds.
Christmas Sinking Fund: Your Guide to Debt-Free Festive Season
Discover how to avoid festive financial stress with our complete guide to Christmas sinking funds. Learn budgeting strategies from financial experts to make your December merry and debt-free.
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