Discover how you can see the Royal Family at the traditional Sandringham Christmas Day church service, learn who's attending, and get essential visitor tips. Plan your festive royal glimpse now.
From charity swims in Northern Ireland to protests in Gaza, see how the world marked Christmas Eve 2025. Explore the day's most powerful images and stories.
Explore how festive food traditions across the Nigerian, Ghanaian, Caribbean and Black British diaspora symbolise identity, history and community during the Christmas season.
Columnist Anne Atkins argues that festive misery is often self-inflicted. Discover how to reclaim joy by ditching obligations and focusing on what you truly love about the season.
Lucy Pearson shares how breaking from tradition and spending Christmas away from her divorced parents brought back the festive magic. Discover her story and tips for a drama-free December.
Atomic Kitten's Natasha Hamilton shares her family's heartwarming Christmas rituals and her special role in bringing festive spirit back to Liscard. Discover her 'anchor of the season'.
Discover how your Christmas traditions stack up against the nation. New YouGov and Tesco data reveals the UK's most common festive habits. Take our quiz to see if you're typical or a total outlier.
Discover how Santa Claus swapped his traditional green robes for a red suit, thanks to a famous 1930s Coca-Cola marketing campaign that changed Christmas iconography forever.
As Australia endures a sweltering Christmas, traditions are adapting. Explore how climate change is reshaping festive celebrations down under. Read more.
Discover how your festive traditions measure up against the nation. New YouGov and Tesco data reveals the UK's most common Christmas habits. Take our quiz to see where you fit in.
King Charles enforces a precise schedule for the Royal Family's Christmas at Sandringham, from antique weigh-ins to mandatory tea time. Discover the festive traditions and notable absences this year.
A Portuguese father refuses to visit his daughter and granddaughter in the UK for Christmas unless his traditional salted cod dish, bacalhau, is prepared. Discover the festive family dilemma.
Discover the world's weirdest festive customs, from Germany's Krampus to Japan's KFC Christmas. A global tour of unique holiday celebrations.
As King Charles prepares his Christmas broadcast, we reveal the monarch's festive history: George V's chair collapse, Cromwell's ban, and royal ghost stories. Discover more.
Gyles Brandreth picks the UK's top Christmas cracker joke. Discover the winning pun from Sainsbury's and the history of this festive tradition. Read more for the full list.
A 2024 survey shows 50% of UK adults give stockings, spending £62 each. Discover why this Victorian tradition endures, even for those in their thirties.
A Brighton mother asks her daughters for £100 each to cover the festive feast, a cost they now happily pay. Discover why this family's Christmas tradition is sparking conversation.
Forgot to order the turkey? This stress-free, two-hour roast chicken Christmas dinner menu with a one-trolley shopping list is your festive safety net. Get all the trimmings with minimal fuss.
Explore the world's most bizarre and delicious Christmas dinners, from Japan's KFC obsession to Greenland's fermented delicacy. Is it time to ditch the dry turkey?
Discover the world's most unexpected Christmas customs, from Japan's KFC feasts to Finland's candlelit graveyards and Iceland's folklore beasts. Explore how festive spirit takes unique forms globally.
Discover the ancient tradition of Saint Lucy's Day, where Scandinavian women wear crowns of candles. Learn its history and where to see it in the UK.
A festive tradition from childhood persists for many British adults, with over half giving stockings to partners. Discover why this 'kidult' ritual shows no sign of stopping.
A woman's decision to charge relatives £25 each for festive meals has ignited a fierce debate. Is it fair to split costs or a breach of hospitality? Read the full story.
Explore the fascinating journey of Christmas from its early Christian roots to a worldwide cultural phenomenon, featuring saints, Santa, and even Japanese KFC traditions. Discover how December 25 became a global celebration.
A family in Hornsby Heights, Sydney, creates an annual Christmas spectacle with 30,000 lights and a flying sleigh, raising thousands for cancer research and becoming a cherished local tradition.
A writer reflects on the childhood ordeal of the festive family photo and how becoming a parent revealed its true, poignant purpose. Discover why this tradition matters.
A major survey reveals nearly half of Brits plan to attend a Christmas church service, with young adults driving the trend. Discover the reasons behind this festive revival.
Discover the fascinating history of the Christmas tree, from Roman Saturnalia to Norwegian floors and London's Trafalgar Square. Explore its botanical journey and enduring festive magic.
Discover the fascinating journey of the Christmas tree, from ancient Pagan symbols to a Victorian royal craze that defined the UK's festive season. Learn the real story behind the tradition.
Insiders reveal why a festive reunion at Sandringham is unlikely for the Sussexes, as the Royal Family prepares for a poignant Christmas amid health battles and ongoing rifts. Discover the exclusive details.