Met Office: 2025 was UK's warmest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's hottest year since 1884, with record sunshine and heatwaves. Experts link the trend directly to human-induced climate change. Read the full analysis.
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Expert Advice on When to Take Down Your Christmas Tree
Discover the traditional Twelfth Night date, crucial safety warnings about fire hazards, and local recycling deadlines for your Christmas tree in the UK. Act now to avoid bad luck and ensure safe disposal.
2025 Confirmed as UK's Warmest Year on Record
The Met Office confirms 2025 was the UK's warmest and sunniest year ever recorded, with climate change cited as a key driver. Discover the data behind the historic heat.
Met Office: 2025 is UK's hottest year on record
The Met Office confirms 2025 as the UK's warmest year since 1884, with a record-breaking average temperature of 10.09°C. Discover the climate data and impacts.
When to take your Christmas tree down in 2026
Discover the traditional date for removing decorations, crucial fire safety warnings for dried-out trees, and expert tips for recycling or storing your tree properly.
Visitors turned away from world record Christmas tree
A Guinness World Record Christmas tree at Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, causing car park closures. The National Trust advises checking online before visiting.
Garden Expert's Christmas Tree Mulching Guide
Garden guru David Denyer reveals how to repurpose your real Christmas tree into valuable mulch to protect plants and boost soil health this winter. Discover five easy steps.
Recycle Your Christmas Tree Into Garden Mulch
Gardening guru David Denyer reveals how to repurpose your real Christmas tree into valuable mulch to protect plants, enrich soil, and deter pests this January.
Record Christmas Tree Chaos at National Trust's Cragside
A Guinness World Record Christmas tree at Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, forcing staff to close car parks and turn visitors away. Check before you travel.
Record-breaking Christmas tree causes visitor chaos at Cragside
A world-record giant redwood Christmas tree at Northumberland's Cragside drew unprecedented crowds, forcing staff to turn visitors away. Plan your visit with our guide.
Record-breaking Christmas tree causes visitor chaos at Cragside
A 44.7-metre world record Christmas tree at Cragside in Northumberland drew such huge crowds that car parks overflowed. Visitors were turned away. Plan your visit carefully.
Gold & Silver Hit Records as Asian Markets Mixed
Gold and silver prices surged to historic highs while Asian shares were mixed. Tokyo's Nikkei 225 neared a record after Japan approved a massive defence budget. Read the full market analysis.
Kmart's $10 Christmas tree fails to match advertisement
A Kmart shopper was left laughing after her bargain $10 Christmas tree looked bare and sparse, not full as advertised. Discover the Reddit reaction and clever decorating fixes.
Don't vacuum Christmas tree needles - use this 65p trick
Experts warn against using a vacuum cleaner on fallen pine needles. Discover a safer, more effective cleaning method using a common kitchen staple to protect your floors and your appliance.
UK on track for warmest year ever in 2025
Provisional Met Office data shows 2025 is poised to be the UK's warmest year on record, surpassing 2022. Discover the climate trends reshaping Britain's weather.
UK's Cragside breaks world record for tallest Christmas tree
A historic country house in Northumberland has secured a world record by decorating a 44.7m giant redwood. Discover the festive feat that outshines the Angel of the North.
10.25lb Canary Rockfish May Break World Record
A Mendocino County angler's massive 10.25lb canary rockfish, caught off the Californian coast, is set to challenge longstanding state and world records. Read the full story.
10.25lb Rockfish May Break World Fishing Record
A Northern California fisherman has landed a colossal 10.25lb canary rockfish, potentially breaking a state and world record that has stood since 1986. Read the full story.
Manhunt after village Christmas tree and war memorial felled
Durham Police release CCTV image after a cherished Christmas tree doubling as a WWI memorial was chopped down in Shotton Colliery. A crowdfunder for a replacement has been launched.
Festive Food Trend: Cooking With Your Christmas Tree
Move over, prosecco crisps. The UK's latest festive food fad involves cooking with your Christmas tree. We tested recipes from cured fish to ice cream. Discover the edible conifer trend and its surprising history.
Fisherman catches potential world record canary rockfish
A Northern California angler may have broken state and world records with a colossal 10.25-pound canary rockfish caught off the Mendocino coast. Discover the full story of the remarkable catch.
Inside the Christmas tree farm's year-long operation
Discover the 12-month effort to grow and harvest Christmas trees, from spring planting to winter helicopter lifts. A festive job with demanding physical challenges.
Community restores felled war memorial Christmas tree
Residents of Shotton Colliery rally to repair and fundraise for their vandalised Christmas tree, a living war memorial, after a shocking chainsaw attack. Discover the heartwarming story of community spirit.
The Ancient Origins and Uses of the Christmas Tree
Discover the fascinating history of the Christmas tree, from Roman Saturnalia to Norwegian floors and London's Trafalgar Square. Explore its botanical journey and enduring festive magic.
Cooper Flagg Breaks LeBron James' Scoring Record
Rookie sensation Cooper Flagg scores 42 points, breaking LeBron James' record for a teenage debut. Discover how the Dallas Mavericks' new star made history.
US Christmas Tree Tariffs Push Prices Up 15%
New US tariffs have increased artificial Christmas tree prices by 10-15%. Despite this, large-scale production remains in Asia due to cost and labour, with 80% of Americans opting for fake trees.
The surprising history of Britain's Christmas tree tradition
Discover the fascinating journey of the Christmas tree, from ancient Pagan symbols to a Victorian royal craze that defined the UK's festive season. Learn the real story behind the tradition.
Dunelm's 'Realistic' Christmas Tree Cut by £45
Shoppers can save 20% on Dunelm's popular 6ft pre-lit Christmas tree, praised for its lifelike look. Grab the festive bargain now and transform your home.
8 Genius Tips to Stop Cats Climbing Your Christmas Tree
A cat behaviourist reveals eight effective, low-cost strategies to protect your Christmas tree from curious felines this festive season. Learn the simple hacks now.
World Cup 2026 Draw: England to Play Croatia, Scotland Face Brazil
The 2026 World Cup draw is complete, setting England against Croatia and Scotland versus Brazil. Discover the full group stage fixtures, dates, and historic venues for the tournament across North America.
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