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 TikTok debate erupts after a man's sister gets engaged during a family Secret Santa with a strict £50 limit. Was it romantic or a rule-breaking budget dodge? Read the full story.
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.
New research reveals the average age children stop believing in Father Christmas and why timing the 'Santa talk' is crucial to avoid feelings of betrayal. Discover expert advice for UK parents.
Discover the heartwarming story of how a Cold War military command's mistaken phone call evolved into a global festive phenomenon, tracking Santa for millions. Learn the facts and join the tradition.
As NORAD marks 70 years of tracking Santa, President Trump used the festive call to tout his election wins to children. Discover the unique blend of defence and cheer.
How a child's misdialled call in 1955 sparked a global Christmas tradition. NORAD now uses military tech to track Santa for hundreds of thousands of children.
Watch the NORAD Santa Tracker live as Father Christmas begins his 2025 journey from Finnish Lapland. Follow the festive flight, powered by a 70-year tradition born from a wrong number.
Father Christmas has embarked on his epic global gift delivery. Use the official NORAD Santa Tracker with live updates, radar, and satellite tech to follow his sleigh in real-time this Christmas Eve.
Discover the heartwarming story of how a Cold War military command's wrong number evolved into a global festive phenomenon, tracking Santa for millions. Learn how to follow St. Nick this Christmas Eve.
Discover how Santa Claus swapped his traditional green robes for a red suit, thanks to a famous 1930s Coca-Cola marketing campaign that changed Christmas iconography forever.
Track Santa's sleigh live with NORAD this Christmas Eve as he delivers gifts worldwide. Get real-time updates, fun facts, and festive cheer. Follow his magical journey here!
Discover how to track Father Christmas's global gift delivery this Christmas Eve using NORAD's Santa Tracker, featuring radar, satellites, and fighter jets. Follow his journey live.
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.
Dive into our curated selection of six compelling stories from the past week, covering Hollywood nostalgia, political tensions, family life, and the real cost of HS2. Find your perfect weekend read here.
For the 70th consecutive year, NORAD is using its military tech to track Santa's Christmas Eve flight. Discover the heartwarming story behind this unique tradition and how to follow along.
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.
A primary school teacher's thoughtful Secret Santa gift was mocked, leading to a clever 'Yankee Swap' retaliation. Was she justified? Join the debate on office etiquette.
As the festive season approaches, many UK workers dread the obligatory office party. We explore why forced socialising with colleagues feels like an extension of the workday.