Christmas TV Soap Guide: Death, Drama & Danger
Your full guide to the explosive Christmas storylines in EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street for 2025. Discover the secrets, violence and tragic twists planned for the festive season.
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What I learned from eight sober Christmases
A writer reflects on eight alcohol-free festive seasons, offering wisdom on navigating Christmas Day stress, the benefits of sobriety, and finding alternative pleasures. Discover a fresh perspective on holiday celebrations.
Australia's Christmas Weather: Heatwaves and Chilly Temps
Australia faces a weather split this Christmas, with severe heatwaves on the Queensland-NSW border and Melbourne bracing for its coldest Christmas Day since 2006. Get the full forecast.
Study: Pretending to be happy at Christmas harms parent mental health
New research reveals UK parents risk storing up mental health problems by masking stress during the festive season. Experts advise emotional honesty and lowering unrealistic standards.
UK's Best Festive Swims: Christmas, Boxing Day & New Year
Discover 18 of the UK's most joyful mass swims this festive season. From icy dips for charity to community celebrations, find your perfect Christmas, Boxing Day or New Year's Day plunge.
Australia's Christmas Weather: From 41C Heat to 16C Chill
Australians face a Christmas Day of weather extremes, from scorching 41C heat in Perth to a chilly 16C in Hobart. Discover the forecast for your capital city and how to plan your celebrations.
Expert Tips for Stress-Free Last-Minute Christmas Gifts
Ditch the panic buying! The Guardian's Filter US team shares their top low-effort gift ideas, last-minute strategies, and horror stories to save your holiday season.
Family's 8-Year Christmas Therapy Tradition After Potato Fight
After a festive meltdown involving a thrown potato and a carving knife, one family turned to annual pre-Christmas therapy. Discover how this eight-year tradition has reshaped their holidays.
GAIL's Christmas Day opening: 10 London branches open
GAIL's Bakery will open 10 London shops on Christmas Day, offering a free mince pie. The decision has sparked online debate over staff working conditions.
Margate: A Perfect Festive Day Trip from London
Discover why Margate is one of the best winter day trips from London. Explore the windswept beach, Turner Contemporary, and cosy pubs for a perfect festive escape.
Christmas Day 2025 Fashion Guide: What to Wear
Discover the perfect Christmas Day outfit with our 2025 style guide. From cosy knits to sparkling jewellery, find inspiration for a festive look. Get ready to celebrate in style!
UK White Christmas 2025 Forecast & Historic Snow Facts
Will it snow on Christmas Day 2025? We examine the UK forecast, the Met Office's definition, and look back at historic white Christmases, including the last widespread one in 2010.
Photos of the Day: Polar Bear Adoption to Holy Land Christmas
From a rare polar bear adoption in Canada to Christmas greetings in Jerusalem's Old City, The Guardian's picture editors curate Thursday's most compelling global images. Explore the stories behind the lens.
London road rage warning as Christmas exodus begins
New research reveals London drivers are most likely to panic in road rage incidents during the pre-Christmas rush. Experts warn distracted driving could lead to fines up to £5,000 and 9 penalty points. Learn five key strategies to stay safe.
7 Tips for Co-Parenting During Christmas
Navigating Christmas in a blended family? Experts and parents share seven essential strategies to reduce stress and centre children's needs for a happier festive season.
Which match inspired Wham!'s Last Christmas?
Discover the football match playing when George Michael wrote 'Last Christmas', which European champions topped their league at Christmas, and other festive football trivia. Explore the unique history of the beautiful game during the holidays.
White Christmas Forecast: Where Snow Could Fall in the UK
The Met Office's latest forecast hints at a shift to calmer weather for Christmas, but could snow fall? Discover the UK regions with the best chance of festive snow and the history of white Christmases.
Guardian Readers Debate Four-Day Week and Trump's Comments
Guardian readers propose a 10-day working week, critique US actions in Venezuela, and share witty life stages in this week's eclectic letters section. Read the full debate.
London's Christmas Day Forecast: Overcast and 8C High
London's Christmas Day weather forecast predicts thick clouds and a high of 8°C, with no snow expected. Get the detailed hour-by-hour breakdown for December 25th.
Dog groomer's heart stopped for 7 minutes due to work stress
Courtney Stocks, a 22-year-old dog groomer from Ilkeston, suffered a sudden cardiac arrest linked to a hidden heart condition and work-related stress. Her father's CPR saved her life.
Tilgate Park Christmas Market Doubles in Size
Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas event near London expands its festive market this year. Enjoy free entry, Santa visits, craft stalls & zoo access. Open select dates in December.
Expert Advice for a Sober and Enjoyable Christmas
A psychotherapist reveals how ditching alcohol can lead to a more meaningful and less stressful festive season. Learn how planning and realism can support your sobriety goals.
I'm A Celeb stress caused drug relapse, says Iain Lee
Comedian Iain Lee reveals how the intense pressure of ITV's I'm A Celebrity led to a drug relapse after 13 years sober. He now works as a counsellor and calls for better mental health support on reality TV.
Parcel2Go: The Secret to a Stress-Free Christmas for Mums
Discover how Parcel2Go is helping UK mothers get organised for the festive season with stress-free parcel sending and a 10% discount on international shipping. Make Christmas lighter and more manageable.
UK Christmas Tree Guide: Find the Best Real Tree Price
Discover expert tips on buying the perfect real Christmas tree in the UK. Learn how prices vary by size, type, and region, and where to find the best deals from supermarkets to local growers.
London's 2026 New Year's Day Parade: Your Complete Guide
Plan your 2026 celebration with our guide to the London New Year's Day Parade. Discover the start time, route from Green Park to Westminster, and ticket info for the free January 1st event.
TV fans outraged at 'awful' 2025 Christmas schedule
Viewers have expressed widespread disappointment with the 2025 festive TV line-up from major UK channels, criticising repeats and uninspiring shows. Discover the one programme getting praise.
What to Drink on Christmas Day 2025: Expert Guide
Wine expert Hannah Crosbie reveals her perfect festive drinks pairing guide for Christmas Day 2025, from sparkling wine to the ultimate mulled cocktail. Plan your celebration now.
Royal Mail Santa Mail final date is December 10
Royal Mail has announced the final date for children to send letters to Santa and receive a free reply. Ensure your child's festive wish list arrives in time for Christmas 2025.
London's Harry Potter Studio Tour is world's top festive spot
A UK day trip less than an hour from London has been crowned the world's best Christmas attraction, sharing the top spot with New York's Central Park. Discover the festive magic.
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