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5 Easy Science Experiments for Your Christmas Dinner

Discover how to bring science to your festive table with simple experiments involving sweets, crackers, turkey bones, and ice cream. Experts reveal the secrets of flavour, laughter, and anatomy.

Affordable Eurocamp Holiday Near Paris Under £400

Discover how one family enjoyed a week at Eurocamp's La Croix du Vieux Pont near Paris for less than £400. Find out why this budget-friendly, activity-packed holiday is a perfect alternative to Center Parcs.

Review: A Week at Long Beach, Mauritius

A first-hand account of a week at the luxurious five-star Long Beach resort in Mauritius, featuring its white-sand beach, spa, pools, and excursions. Discover why it's the perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

Readers' Top 10 UK Winter Activities and Walks

Discover the UK's best winter activities, from starling murmurations in Cambridgeshire to dark sky gazing in Northumberland. Readers share their favourite crisp-day walks and seasonal adventures.

Christmas Food Poisoning Disaster in Thailand

A couple's festive trip to Ko Phi Phi turned into a nightmare of illness and a stranded boat tour. Discover why it's now their fondest pre-child Christmas memory. Read their cautionary yet heartwarming tale.

Parents Reclaim Family Time as Kids' Activities Pause

As the school year ends, UK families are rediscovering the joy of empty calendars and unstructured time. Discover why the break from relentless scheduling is a vital reset for parents and children alike.

Must-Pack Kitchen Tools for Holiday Self-Catering

Discover the essential kitchen toolkit for self-catering holidays, from sharp knives to portable gadgets. Learn what to pack for flying or driving trips to transform any rental kitchen.

Care Home's 'Lamb-Vegas' Christmas Party a Hit

Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.

Mentor found guilty of abusing five schoolgirls

Emem Udaw, 50, convicted of 14 counts of indecent assault on girls under 16 at Holland Park School. The historic abuse, spanning 2001-2004, was uncovered via social media. Justice served after 20 years.

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.

Labour's Plan to Lift 550,000 Children from Poverty

The Labour government unveils its child poverty strategy, targeting 550,000 children by 2030 with expanded childcare, free school meals, and support for vulnerable families. Read the full details.

London's Best Schools for 2026 Named by The Times

The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has unveiled its definitive list of London's top state, private, and primary schools for 2026. Discover which institutions lead the capital's educational landscape.

Free Christmas events in London this weekend

Discover six completely free things to do in London this first December weekend, from lantern parades to festive bike rides and Christmas markets. Enjoy the season without spending a penny.

25 Unusual Ways Brits Get Into the Christmas Spirit

Discover the quirky festive rituals of Guardian writers, from ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace to 'intermittent wrapping' and bizarre mermaid ornaments. Find your new Christmas tradition.

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