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.
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Bangladesh media, civil society targeted by mob attacks
Journalists and activists in Bangladesh face violent mob attacks, raising fears for press freedom and democracy under Sheikh Hasina's government. Read the full investigation.
Corrie confirms two Christmas Day attacks in explosive plot
Coronation Street bosses reveal two residents will be violently attacked on Christmas Day, with both incidents connected to the explosive Driscoll family drama. Actress Catherine Tyldesley spills the secrets.
WW1 Christmas Truce: The True Story of 1914
In December 1914, British and German soldiers spontaneously ceased fire to share Christmas. Explore the true story of football, fraternisation and the forbidden humanity of the WW1 truce.
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.
London shop's free samosa Christmas tackles loneliness
A Twickenham newsagent is opening its doors on Christmas Day, offering 500 free samosas and festive cheer to combat community loneliness. Join the event from midday.
White Christmas 2025? UK forecast predicts frost, not snow
The Met Office forecasts a dry, sunny but cold Christmas for most of the UK, with temperatures near freezing. Discover if snow is expected in your area.
Australia's Christmas Day Weather Forecast 2025
Australians face a turbulent Christmas Day with extreme heat in the west, severe storms in the east, and a cyclone threat in the north. Plan your festive day with the latest official forecasts.
Ukraine power cuts after Russian winter attacks
Russian missile and drone attacks target Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing widespread blackouts and casualties as temperatures plummet. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
Chiswick Rapist Carl Royal dies in Wakefield prison
Carl Royal, the 'Chiswick Rapist' who terrorised women in West London in the 1990s, has died in HMP Wakefield while serving three life sentences. Read the full story.
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.
Women and Babies Targeted in Global Conflict Zones
A Guardian investigation reveals a harrowing global pattern of attacks on maternity services in war zones, endangering mothers and newborns. Read the full report on this critical breach of human rights.
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.
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.
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!
Denmark Blames Russia for Destructive Cyber-Attacks
Danish intelligence states Russia was behind cyber-attacks on a water utility and election websites, calling it 'clear evidence' of a hybrid war against the West. Read the full report.
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.
Russia linked to 145 sabotage acts in Europe since 2022
A major investigation reveals Russia's escalating 'hybrid war' in Europe, with 145 acts of sabotage from arson to cyber attacks. Experts warn the threat is growing. Read the full report.
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.
Ukraine's weary infantry face long frontline deployments
Two Ukrainian soldiers survived a 62-day deployment in a tiny basement, highlighting the war's brutal infantry reality and the strain on troops as peace hopes fade. Read their story.
Russia Strikes Ukraine Overnight During Miami Peace Talks
Russia launched a wave of overnight attacks across Ukraine, targeting energy and civilian sites, while diplomatic efforts continue in Miami. Read the latest on the escalating conflict.
NATO's Largest Cyber War Game Tests Russian Threat Response
NATO staged its biggest-ever cyber war game in Tallinn, simulating crippling attacks on civilian and military infrastructure. Discover how allies prepared for the digital battlefield.
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.
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