Solo Christmas 2025: The End of the £100 Turkey?
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
As festive plans shrink post-Covid, soaring turkey costs hit £100. A writer embraces a solo Christmas, exploring affordable, delicious alternatives to the traditional bird. Read for tips and trends.
A Colombian businesswoman accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries was rescued from the Thames after her UK location was revealed by a bottle of Buxton water in an interview. Read the full story.
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
A once-magnificent street of 11 Grade II listed Victorian houses in St Bees, Cumbria, is to be auctioned. Can a developer finally restore this historic terrace to its former glory?
A gardener reveals the one bulb to plant now for a thriving garden. Attract essential pollinators next spring for better fruit and vegetable crops. Get planting!
Discover the answers to children's questions about Dracula's creator and how bees make honey. Test your knowledge and submit your own brainteasers for future family fun!
Crystal Palace's new manager Oliver Glasner endured a disappointing start to his tenure as Brentford secured a 3-1 victory in the Carabao Cup third round at Gtech Community Stadium.
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Discover the expert-recommended flower that attracts pollinators all season long and creates a stunning, low-maintenance garden display
A breathtaking new nature documentary uncovers the extraordinary lives of Britain's smallest garden inhabitants, from industrious bees to remarkable beetles, in a film that will change how you see your own backyard.
Shocking new research reveals the number of wild bee species threatened with extinction across Europe has doubled in just ten years, sounding alarm bells for ecosystems and food security.
UK horticulture experts reveal how keeping dandelions in your garden until late spring benefits bees, butterflies and your entire ecosystem
Discover the effortless, expert-approved method to create a vital lifeline for the UK's struggling bee population right in your own back garden.
Groundbreaking UK research reveals wild bees actively seek diverse flower types to balance their nutritional intake, challenging long-held beliefs about pollinator behaviour.
Gardening experts reveal how a single addition to your lawn can create a thriving ecosystem, supporting bees, butterflies, and boosting your garden's health.
Discover how a grassroots movement is creating vibrant 'bee buffets' in forgotten urban spaces, from London's alleyways to Sheffield's neglected corners, boosting biodiversity and reconnecting communities with nature.
Groundbreaking research reveals the explosive mechanics of flower stamens, a sophisticated evolutionary adaptation that ensures plant reproduction by actively targeting pollinators.
A wanted fugitive's hiding spot was revealed by a swarm of angry bees, leading to his dramatic arrest after a tense standoff with police during an eviction.
Discover an easy and effective way to create a buzzing bee hotel that will bring pollinators flocking to your garden. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts!
Invasive Asian hornets have been spotted in the UK, posing a serious threat to native bees and ecosystems. Experts warn of potential devastation if the species becomes established.
A 76-year-old Buddhist monk tragically succumbed to injuries after being stung over 100 times by a swarm of aggressive bees while meditating in Thailand.
A former bee-phobic shares their incredible journey of cohabiting with a massive swarm, discovering the hidden wonders of these vital pollinators.