Stephanie Ward shares her poignant story of facing Christmas Day 2025 alone, as her 13-year-old son Jack spends it with his father, highlighting the realities of amicable co-parenting and the importance of self-care.
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.
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.
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.
As UK diagnoses of ADHD and autism soar, top athletes like Simone Biles and Lewis Hamilton are showing neurodiversity can be a competitive edge. Discover the new narrative.
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.
London's iconic Shard will illuminate its top 20 storeys as a giant red Christmas stocking on Christmas Eve, visible for over 40 miles. A spectacular festive finale for the capital.
Amid global turmoil and a cost of living crisis, UK retailers like John Lewis and M&S craft complex Christmas ads. Explore how they sell joy in difficult times.
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.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting launches an independent review into ADHD, autism and mental health conditions, raising concerns it may fuel harmful 'overdiagnosis' narratives. Critics warn against turning back the clock on neurodiversity.
Bath's popular Christmas market, celebrating its 25th year, is under fire for high prices and crowds. We explore the controversy and the official response. Discover if the criticism is fair.
Discover the magical Tuileries Garden Christmas Market in Paris, reachable in under 90 minutes from London. Find festive food, shopping, and romantic city lights.
Food critic Grace Dent weighs the chaos of home cooking against the stress of dining out on Christmas Day. Discover the pros, cons, and her ultimate verdict.
This Morning's resident vet Dr Scott Miller has appeared to confirm his divorce from wife Zö Christien in an emotional Instagram post. The 47-year-old also opened up about his autism diagnosis.
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.
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Get the final deadlines for Royal Mail, Evri, DPD, Parcelforce and major retailers to ensure gifts arrive on time.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr faces fierce backlash after controversial comments linking childhood vaccines to an 'autism epidemic'. Critics condemn his remarks as harmful misinformation. Read the full story.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting commissions an independent review to investigate the causes behind soaring mental health, autism, and ADHD cases in the UK, aiming to fix a 'failing' system.
Will London see snow on Christmas Day 2025? Get the latest betting odds and the Met Office forecast for the capital. Discover the full details here.
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.
UK Christmas shoppers are urged to check postal deadlines now. The first cut-off for overseas parcels is 5 December, with UK deadlines following. Avoid missed gifts by planning ahead.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting launches an independent review into the sharp rise in diagnoses for mental health, ADHD, and autism. The probe follows data showing these conditions drive over half the post-pandemic rise in disability benefit claims.
Discover the Monocle Christmas Market in Marylebone, London's most underrated festive fair featuring real reindeer and curated artisan brands on December 13-14, 2025.
The iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lights up at 6pm tonight, 4 December. Get the full schedule, history, and how long it stays. Join the festive celebration in central London.
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.
Time Out names the 'Powered by Dreams' tree at St Pancras International as London's top festive display for 2025. The stunning creation supports Great Ormond Street Hospital. Discover the magic.
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is set to arrive for eligible claimants. Find out the payment dates, qualifying benefits, and if you are eligible for the extra support.
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.
Save the Children's powerful 2025 Christmas advert cleverly mimics Coca-Cola's iconic trucks to highlight urgent aid needs. Discover the campaign's message and shocking child poverty research.