How Diaspora Communities Redefine Christmas in Britain
Explore how British diaspora communities use festive food and gatherings to preserve identity and create new traditions. Discover personal stories of connection and belonging.
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Does God Approve of Santa Claus? A Theological Debate
As Christmas Eve arrives, a provocative question emerges from the clergy: does the figure of Santa Claus align with Christian theology? Explore the debate dividing believers.
Christmas 2025 Supermarket Opening Hours Guide
Plan your festive shop with our guide to Christmas and New Year opening times for Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Lidl, and Morrisons across the UK. Check your local branch now.
EastEnders confirms Zoe Slater's stalker in BBC iPlayer twist
EastEnders has finally unveiled the identity of Zoe Slater's stalker in a shocking early BBC iPlayer release. The Christmas Eve episode delivers a stunning twist in the long-running mystery.
Christmas Eve Tube: Opening Times & Service Reductions
Plan your Christmas Eve travel in London. Full guide to Tube service reductions, early closures on the Piccadilly and District lines, and last train times.
Santa's London Flyover Time Revealed for Christmas Eve 2025
Find out the exact time Santa Claus is expected to fly over London tonight, Christmas Eve 2025, and how to track his journey live with the NORAD and Google Santa trackers.
Millions travel for Christmas Eve getaway across UK
Millions embark on Christmas Eve travel across the UK, facing major road, rail, and airport congestion. Plan your journey with our latest traffic and disruption updates.
What to Watch on Christmas Eve: BBC Ghost Story & More
Your guide to Christmas Eve TV, featuring a chilling Mark Gatiss ghost story with Joanna Lumley, a chaotic Sewing Bee special, and Bob Mortimer's festive fishing. Discover tonight's schedule.
A family's frozen 2020 'Diffmas' garden feast
In 2020, Polly Hudson's family braved the cold for a 'Diffmas' garden lunch with her mum. Discover how gazebos, heaters and gritted teeth failed against a British winter.
Why Christmas is Celebrated on December 24
Discover why countries across Europe and Latin America exchange presents on Christmas Eve, rooted in ancient Christian tradition. Explore the global festive customs.
Australia's sweltering summer Christmas traditions
As Australia faces a 'hot Christmas', explore how summer celebrations, from prawns to beach cricket, define the festive season down under. Discover the unique blend of tradition and climate.
Best Times for Christmas Eve Supermarket Yellow Stickers
Expert reveals the exact times to find yellow sticker bargains at Lidl, Aldi, Asda, M&S, Tesco, Morrisons, and Sainsbury's on Christmas Eve. Save big on your festive feast.
TV Insiders Reveal Their Real Christmas Viewing Rituals
Industry insiders from the BBC, ITV and Sky share the festive TV they return to every year, from classic films to unexpected soaps. Discover the shows that truly make their Christmas.
Shard's Giant Red Stocking to Light Up London Skyline
London's Shard will illuminate its top 20 floors as a giant red Christmas stocking on December 24th. The festive display, visible for 40 miles, is part of the landmark's seasonal light show.
A bizarre Christmas Day watching the film 'Tiptoes' in London
A Canadian expat shares her strangest Christmas in a London flat, bonding with a flatmate over a jarring film and an unconventional lunch. Discover the oddities of the festive season away from home.
Guide to Smithfield's Christmas Eve Meat Auction
Everything you need to know about London's famous Christmas Eve meat auction at Smithfield Market. Find times, tips, and how to bag a festive bargain.
Penzance's Montol: Cornwall's Wild Winter Solstice Festival
Discover Montol, Cornwall's unique winter solstice festival in Penzance. From horse skull 'osses' and pagan rituals to sprout-throwing revelry, explore how this community event lights up the darkest day.
The Heartbreak of Missing a Hometown Christmas Night Out
A journalist reflects on missing her annual festive hometown reunion for the first time, exploring the unique nostalgia and chaos of Christmas Eve back home. Share your story with us.
Bethlehem Celebrates Christmas Again After Years of Silence
After years of muted observance due to conflict, Bethlehem's Christmas celebrations have returned, symbolising resilience and hope for the Palestinian community. Discover the story behind the revival.
Cheapest Christmas dinner box hailed as 'greatest'
Supermarkets battle with pre-prepared festive meal kits. Iceland's £25 offering for four wins top praise from experts and customers for value and taste. Find out which boxes are worth it.
Where to Watch London's NYE Fireworks for Free in 2025
Discover the top free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out which parks and hills offer the best views of the Thames celebration, including key travel info.
Best New Year's Eve Outfits for Every Plan 2026
Discover the perfect outfits for every NYE 2026 plan, from city pubs to country cottages. Get inspired with our style guide for a sparkling start to the new year.
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.
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.
Catford bar gets 4am New Year's Eve licence approved
Lewisham Council approves late licence for Grand Empire's New Year's Eve party until 4am, overriding police concerns over capacity. Find out the full story.
Ukrainian refugees in UK uphold Christmas traditions
As Christmas 2025 approaches, Ukrainian refugees in the UK share how they preserve their festive traditions, from St Nicholas Day to Holy Supper, while mourning lives shattered by Russia's full-scale invasion.
Finding Christmas Compromise in a 'Grinch & Elf' Marriage
Polly Hudson reveals how 15 years of festive squabbles over tinsel, turkey and Aled Jones led to a yuletide truce with her Christmas-obsessed husband. Discover their seasonal survival guide.
How Santa outsmarted my 1987 Christmas whoopee cushion trap
In 1987, an eight-year-old devised a cunning plan with a whoopee cushion to catch Father Christmas. The festive prank backfired spectacularly, revealing a surprising side to Santa. Read the full story of a childhood mystery.
Mum's Santa stocking rule stops kids asking for expensive gifts
A mother explains how telling her children Santa only brings stocking fillers changed Christmas, reducing pressure and fostering gratitude. Discover her simple family rule.
Meghan Markle's Christmas Traditions with Archie and Lilibet
The Duchess of Sussex reveals her family's sweet festive rituals in California, including leaving carrots for reindeer, as the Sussexes celebrate another Christmas away from UK royals.
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