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.
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.
A London commuter was left emotional after spotting a personal birth announcement on a Tube station board. The viral TikTok video captured a moment of unexpected joy at Notting Hill Gate.
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.
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.
An investigation by The Guardian reveals how the Free Birth Society's message of rejecting medical care endangered pregnant women. Listen to the full podcast series for the shocking details.
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.
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.
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!
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.
A Guardian investigation reveals the multimillion-dollar Free Birth Society, promoting unassisted childbirth, has been linked to baby deaths globally. Listen to the Full Story podcast.
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.
China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
NHS data reveals a historic shift: 45% of births in England are now caesareans. Explore the trends, age factors, and expert insights behind this change in maternity care.
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.
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.
A Guardian investigation into the Free Birth Society reveals 48 cases of serious harm, highlighting the dangers of unregulated online health advice and the urgent need for safeguards in the digital age.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
A Labour minister has candidly stated life is 's**t' for young adults struggling with housing and childcare costs, as UK birth rates hit record lows. Read the full analysis.
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.
Made in Chelsea stars Sophie Habboo and Jamie Laing have announced the arrival of their first child, a baby boy named Ziggy. The couple shared the joyful news on social media.
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 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.
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.
Discover Winchester Cathedral's magical Christmas market, named among Europe's best. With 100 Alpine chalets, it's open until Dec 22 and just an hour by train from London.
AccuWeather's long-range forecast hints at rare snowfall in London on Christmas Day 2025 and New Year's Day. Get the latest details and what it means for the capital.