The 'Ralph Lauren Christmas' aesthetic from the classic film is dominating high-street homeware. Discover how to channel the McCallister's cosy, maximalist look with tartan, red and green, and patterned carpets.
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Macaulay Culkin's classic 'Home Alone' is officially the UK's favourite Christmas film, beating 'Love Actually' in a new BBFC poll. Discover the full rankings and the nation's festive viewing habits.
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A new UK survey settles the 37-year debate: Die Hard is not a Christmas film. Discover the nation's true festive favourites and when Brits start their holiday viewing.
A new BBFC survey settles the debate: Brits say Die Hard is not a Christmas movie. Discover the nation's favourite festive films and holiday viewing traditions.
A new BBFC poll reveals the UK's favourite festive films, with Home Alone taking the crown. Discover the full rankings and the nation's unique viewing habits.
A new poll reveals Home Alone is the nation's favourite festive film, with Love Actually in second. Discover the full rankings and what Brits think about festive viewing.
After 35 years, Home Alone is officially the UK's favourite Christmas movie, while Die Hard loses the festive film debate. Discover the full rankings and why a heartwarming story tops the list.
Macaulay Culkin reveals his young sons have no idea he starred in Home Alone, despite watching the festive film repeatedly. Discover his sweet family moments and sequel ideas.
Home Alone star Macaulay Culkin reveals his young sons have no idea he played Kevin McCallister in the iconic Christmas film, despite watching it often. Discover his sequel idea.
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TV star Gail Porter reveals she's spending Christmas alone and had a charity withdraw a promised Radiohead ticket. The 54-year-old, who has faced alopecia and homelessness, says 'a hug is all I really need'.
British households will consume seven times more electricity on Christmas Day, enough to watch Home Alone 183 times. EDF offers free power to ease costs.
Macaulay Culkin was booed by a crowd after declaring Die Hard is not a Christmas film. The Home Alone star defended his controversial stance at his 35th-anniversary event. Read the full story.
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New research reveals Britain is becoming a nation of solo dwellers, with single-person households projected to increase by nearly one-fifth, raising concerns about loneliness and housing demands.
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Discover the surprising adult humour hidden within the beloved Christmas classic Home Alone that flew completely over children's heads for decades.