A mother shares her heartbreak after her husband opened their toddler's Santa gifts without her on Christmas morning. The incident has sparked a major debate online about family traditions and partnership.
Columnist Anne Atkins argues that festive misery is often self-inflicted. Discover how to reclaim joy by ditching obligations and focusing on what you truly love about the season.
Lucy Pearson shares how breaking from tradition and spending Christmas away from her divorced parents brought back the festive magic. Discover her story and tips for a drama-free December.
Discover how gingerbread, a beloved Christmas tradition, may aid digestion, lower cholesterol, and fight flu. Explore its rich history from ancient Greece to UK towns like Ormskirk.
Atomic Kitten's Natasha Hamilton shares her family's heartwarming Christmas rituals and her special role in bringing festive spirit back to Liscard. Discover her 'anchor of the season'.
Discover how your Christmas traditions stack up against the nation. New YouGov and Tesco data reveals the UK's most common festive habits. Take our quiz to see if you're typical or a total outlier.
As Australia endures a sweltering Christmas, traditions are adapting. Explore how climate change is reshaping festive celebrations down under. Read more.
Discover how your festive traditions measure up against the nation. New YouGov and Tesco data reveals the UK's most common Christmas habits. Take our quiz to see where you fit in.
King Charles enforces a precise schedule for the Royal Family's Christmas at Sandringham, from antique weigh-ins to mandatory tea time. Discover the festive traditions and notable absences this year.
A Portuguese father refuses to visit his daughter and granddaughter in the UK for Christmas unless his traditional salted cod dish, bacalhau, is prepared. Discover the festive family dilemma.
Discover the world's weirdest festive customs, from Germany's Krampus to Japan's KFC Christmas. A global tour of unique holiday celebrations.
A food expert reveals why caramelised onion or plum chutney is a superior festive condiment. Discover how to elevate your Christmas dinner and leftovers.
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.
A 2024 survey shows 50% of UK adults give stockings, spending £62 each. Discover why this Victorian tradition endures, even for those in their thirties.
A Brighton mother asks her daughters for £100 each to cover the festive feast, a cost they now happily pay. Discover why this family's Christmas tradition is sparking conversation.
Explore the world's most bizarre and delicious Christmas dinners, from Japan's KFC obsession to Greenland's fermented delicacy. Is it time to ditch the dry turkey?
Call the Midwife stars Georgie Glen, Linda Bassett & Rebecca Gethings discuss the 2025 Christmas specials, filming in Hong Kong, and a sweet family tradition. Tune in Christmas Day on BBC One.
Discover the world's most unexpected Christmas customs, from Japan's KFC feasts to Finland's candlelit graveyards and Iceland's folklore beasts. Explore how festive spirit takes unique forms globally.
Discover the ancient tradition of Saint Lucy's Day, where Scandinavian women wear crowns of candles. Learn its history and where to see it in the UK.
A woman was left stunned by her partner's Christmas dinner request for boiled potatoes alongside roasties. The Mumsnet poll reveals most Brits agree with her. Discover the great potato debate.
A festive tradition from childhood persists for many British adults, with over half giving stockings to partners. Discover why this 'kidult' ritual shows no sign of stopping.
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.
A woman's decision to charge relatives £25 each for festive meals has ignited a fierce debate. Is it fair to split costs or a breach of hospitality? Read the full story.
Explore the fascinating journey of Christmas from its early Christian roots to a worldwide cultural phenomenon, featuring saints, Santa, and even Japanese KFC traditions. Discover how December 25 became a global celebration.
Paris Fury shares the Fury family's festive traditions, from simple dinners to a strict no-phones rule. Discover how the £180m boxer's clan celebrates in Morecambe.
A Guardian reader argues that for many, Christmas presents are not a chore but a meaningful chance to offer small luxuries. Discover why the 'no gifts' trend overlooks the joy of thoughtful giving.
A writer reflects on the childhood ordeal of the festive family photo and how becoming a parent revealed its true, poignant purpose. Discover why this tradition matters.
Supermodel Cindy Crawford, 59, showcases her holiday home decor on Instagram and shares her evolving family traditions, focusing on togetherness over materialism. Discover her heartfelt approach.
Penny Lancaster opens up about festive feuds with husband Rod Stewart, their Christmas tree decorating battles, and plans for a family-filled holiday in Essex. Discover their unique traditions.