TikToker's 'Bowl Mug' Gift Disappointment Goes Viral
A woman's candid reaction to a Christmas gift from her fiancé has ignited a huge online debate. Did she communicate clearly enough, or did he miss the mark?
A woman's candid reaction to a Christmas gift from her fiancé has ignited a huge online debate. Did she communicate clearly enough, or did he miss the mark?
A TikTok user's viral video showing her disappointment at a Christmas mug from her fiancé has ignited a fierce debate about gift-giving etiquette and communication. Discover the full story.
UK consumers are holding an estimated £18 billion in unspent gift cards. The National Use Your Gift Card Day campaign urges people to find and spend them, or donate the balance to charity.
UK consumers are sitting on an estimated £18 billion in unspent gift cards. The annual National Use Your Gift Card Day urges people to find and spend them, or donate to charity.
A staggering $23 billion in gift cards sits unused in the US. The National Use Your Gift Card Day on January 17 urges consumers to reclaim their 'free money'. Find out how.
A financial awareness campaign reveals a staggering £23 billion in unused gift cards sits dormant in the UK. Learn how to find, spend, or donate your forgotten balances to start the new year smarter.
A woman was left hurt and confused after her future in-laws gifted her a T-shirt with a 10-word slogan labelling her a 'train wreck'. Discover the full story and the internet's verdict.
A woman was left genuinely upset after her future in-laws gifted her a T-shirt with an offensive 10-word slogan. She questions their intentions. Read the full story and see the reactions.
A UK family were left feeling unsettled after an anonymous neighbour delivered a bizarre Christmas gift. The package, containing £129 in vouchers, was left in the middle of the night with a note made from cut-out magazine letters.
Royal Family gift wrapper Jane Means shares her professional secrets to perfect presents, avoiding common blunders and saving money with clever tips. Transform your wrapping this Christmas.
Texas officials arrest three men in a $14 million gift card fraud. They allegedly cloned cards from 10 stores daily. Learn how to protect yourself from this scam.
Discover The Independent's ultimate literary gift guide for Christmas 2025. Our writers share their favourite books to give, from family sagas to vital memoirs, ensuring hours of perfect reading pleasure.
Upgrade your festive chocolate with this Amazon Cadbury hamper, now reduced to £22.99. Packed with full-size bars, it's a perfect last-minute gift that arrives before Christmas.
Shoppers are rushing to buy M&S's haircare gift bag, featuring six premium products and a £5 voucher for £30. A perfect last-minute Christmas present with rave reviews.
The Pure Tone Glow LED Face Mask, promising results in just one week, is now £80 off. With express delivery, it's a last-minute beauty gift that arrives before Christmas. Shop the deal now.
Struggling to find the perfect present? Learn expert strategies for choosing meaningful gifts that delight loved ones and avoid landfill. Transform your approach to giving today.
Rural New Zealand faces a deepening crisis as young people and families flee to cities, leaving towns struggling to survive. Discover the fight for the future of the heartland.
Struggling with gift ideas? Top UK personal shoppers share their 17 essential rules for finding the perfect present. Learn how to give gifts that truly delight.
A lost baby fur seal caused pandemonium after wandering into a Richmond craft beer bar. Staff used salmon to lure it out before conservation rangers arrived. Read the full story.
Boots has cut the price of a premium MAC cosmetics set to £35.10, saving nearly £60. The limited Star Gift includes four full-size products, perfect for Christmas.
Struggling with Christmas shopping? The Guardian's expert columnists reveal their top 158 gift picks for 2025, from Yotam Ottolenghi's kitchen essentials to Sali Hughes' beauty must-haves. Find perfect presents for everyone on your list.
Discover the winners of the 2025 New Zealand Architecture Awards, celebrating innovative designs from church conversions to sustainable visitor centres. Explore the full list of groundbreaking projects now.
Tesco's Costa Coffee Mini Hot Chocolate Christmas Gift Set, now just £5.25 for Clubcard holders, is the perfect festive treat for winter walks. Discover this viral stocking filler sensation.
Follow live coverage of New Zealand vs West Indies from the ICC Test Championship. Get the latest score and updates from Hagley Oval as the action unfolds.
Scott Barrett leads a transformed All Blacks team facing unfamiliar challenges as they prepare to face England. Discover how overseas player exodus reshapes New Zealand rugby.
Discover the ultimate gift guide for men featuring 40 handpicked presents across tech, fashion, grooming and more. Find the perfect gift he'll actually use and love.
The New Zealand government has abolished mandatory Māori cultural education in classrooms, triggering heated discussions about national identity and educational priorities.
New Zealand faces an unprecedented brain drain as soaring living costs and better opportunities across the Tasman Sea trigger the largest emigration wave in modern history.
Rising star Jacob Bethell delivers explosive performance against New Zealand XI while Harry Brook returns to form ahead of England's test series
England's cricket team stages spectacular comeback against New Zealand in second T20 international, levelling the series with explosive batting and clinical bowling at Manchester's Emirates Old Trafford.