Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
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69-Year-Old Christmas Lights Still Working in Scunthorpe
A 79-year-old man's cherished Christmas lights, bought in 1956, are believed to be the oldest working set in the UK. Discover the heartwarming story of these vintage Philips bulbs.
Best & Worst Supermarket Christmas Party Food Revealed
A food reviewer tested 30 festive party foods from UK supermarkets to find the best and worst for your Christmas. See which items scored a perfect 10 and which to avoid.
Final Christmas delivery deadlines for UK shoppers
Don't miss the final order dates for next-day and standard delivery from M&S, River Island, Boden and more to get your gifts in time for Christmas Day 2025.
Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
Home Bargains Christmas 2025 Store Closures Announced
Home Bargains confirms all UK stores will close for Boxing Day and New Year's Day 2025, giving staff a festive break. Find out the key dates for shoppers.
Parents Embrace the Pause from Kids' Extracurricular Treadmill
As the school year ends, families are rediscovering the bliss of empty calendars. Discover why the relentless schedule of kids' activities needs a summer break.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
Feed Your Family Christmas Dinner for £2.50 a Head
Discover how savvy UK mums are beating supermarket price hikes to create a full festive feast for as little as £2.50 per person. Get their expert tips for a budget-friendly Christmas.
I tried the UK's weirdest Christmas menu item
A journalist taste-tests Yo! Sushi's insane Xmas Tempura Wrap, a deep-fried fusion of festive flavours. Discover if this £6.95 culinary gamble is worth trying this season.
Top 15 Christmas Events in London for 2025
Discover the ultimate guide to festive London. From ice skating at Somerset House to carols at the Royal Albert Hall, here are 15 unmissable Christmas activities running until January 2026.
Royal Mail's Final Christmas 2025 Posting Dates Revealed
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Check Royal Mail, DPD, and Evri deadlines to ensure your gifts arrive on time. Post early to avoid disappointment.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Christmas Delivery Cut-Off Dates: Full List for 2025
Don't miss the final posting dates for Royal Mail, Amazon, DPD, Evri, Yodel and other UK couriers to ensure your Christmas parcels arrive on time. Check the full list now.
London's Southbank Christmas Market labelled 'overrated'
A festive market fan left baffled by London's tiny Southbank Christmas Market. Discover why this popular spot failed to deliver on the hype and what was missing.
Aldi: Cranberry Sauce Most Forgotten Christmas Item
A quarter of UK Christmas hosts have forgotten a key dinner item. Aldi urges shoppers to 'check lists twice' to avoid festive panic. Discover the top 10 most overlooked essentials.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Snow Forecast for UK Christmas Day as Arctic Blast Looms
New weather maps forecast snow for parts of the UK on Christmas Day, with temperatures set to plunge. Discover the latest Met Office and independent forecaster predictions.
Met Office verdict: Snow unlikely for Christmas 2025
The Met Office has released its latest Christmas weather forecast. While frost and fog are likely, the chance of significant snow is low. Discover the official definition of a 'white Christmas' and the UK's snow history.
Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
Met Office verdict on white Christmas 2025
The Met Office has released its latest forecast for Christmas 2025. Find out the likelihood of snow and the history of white Christmases in the UK.
White Christmas Forecast as Snow Maps Show UK Blast
Advanced weather models suggest snow could sweep across the UK on Christmas Day, with flurries possible as far south as Sussex. Get the latest forecast details here.
Post Office: Send Christmas parcels before 8 December
The Post Office warns Friday 8 December will be its busiest day, as a survey shows a 33% surge in Britons planning to send gifts. Royal Mail hires 20,000 temps. Post early to avoid stress.
ITV's 'abysmal' Christmas Day TV lineup sparks fury
ITV viewers have branded the broadcaster's festive schedule 'terrible', with a Loose Women Christmas special drawing particular ire. Discover the full lineup and the backlash.
Wearable Christmas Jumpers 2025 From £16
Discover stylish festive knits for Christmas Jumper Day 2025. From Fair Isle to subtle sequins, find wearable designs from £16 that avoid novelty tackiness.
Loose Women Christmas Day debut in ITV festive schedule
ITV announces Loose Women will broadcast on Christmas Day for the first time ever as part of an expanded festive lineup including This Morning and GMB. Tune in for festive fun!
Chester Christmas Market: £4.50 item makes trip worthwhile
A festive shopper discovers a £4.50 festive roll that made her trip to the acclaimed Chester Christmas Market truly memorable, despite an unexpected power cut.
Lapland UK Manchester: A Parent's Extravagant Review
Discover if Lapland UK's new Manchester site is worth the eye-watering price tag. Our review covers the magic, the costs, and essential tips for your visit.
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