As pantomime season hits its peak, UK actors reveal the exhausting, explosive and often painful reality behind the magic, from pyrotechnic accidents to severe chafing and on-stage breakdowns.
Terry's Chocolate Orange price soars 81% and shrinks 8% this Christmas. We investigate the cocoa crisis, climate impacts, and why festive treats are becoming a luxury.
As the UK marks 50 years since the Sex Discrimination Act, we uncover the untold story of the female journalists and activists whose relentless lobbying made it law. Their struggle is a powerful reminder that rights are never given, but won.
New weather maps forecast snow for parts of the UK on Christmas Day, with temperatures set to plunge. Discover the latest Met Office and independent forecaster predictions.
A chocolatier spent 80 hours creating giant edible coins of King Henry VIII and Queen Victoria to celebrate the 200th Cash Access UK banking hub in Billericay. Discover the sweet link to cash nostalgia.
The Met Office has released its latest Christmas weather forecast. While frost and fog are likely, the chance of significant snow is low. Discover the official definition of a 'white Christmas' and the UK's snow history.
Experts warn a simple radiator issue is reducing heating efficiency and wasting energy. Discover the easy, cost-effective fix to cut your bills and keep your home warm.
Which? investigation reveals dangerous, unregulated injectable vitamins and prescription ED pills being sold illegally on Etsy, putting UK consumers' health at serious risk.
Dubbed the 'Manchester of Spain', Bilbao offers incredible value with flights from £16, £2 wine, and rich culture. Plan your affordable Spanish break now.
Fortnite servers are down for update 39.11, bringing the Winterfest 2025 event. UK players can expect downtime from 9am GMT. Get the full schedule and return time here.
New analysis reveals London house prices fell nearly 2% in a month after the budget, with Kensington & Chelsea losing £237k annually. Discover the UK's property winners and losers.
Zulma Guzman Castro, accused of killing two schoolgirls with poisoned raspberries, was located in the UK after a water bottle giveaway. Read the full story of her arrest and extradition.
A shocking report reveals foreign partners on visas cost the UK state an average of £109,000 each. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
Miya Lind, 26, from Edinburgh, crossed a bridge at Bondi Beach just 20 seconds before a deadly attack began. She recounts the terror and her desperate dash for safety. Read her full story.
An investigation reveals Care4Calais's evolution from a humanitarian aid group to a political force, amid Home Office accusations of links to a people trafficker and deep ties to far-left organisations.
Britain is developing a new missile defence system to protect cities from aerial attack. Senior military figures warn the UK is exposed and must prepare for modern warfare. Read the full report.
Heartbreaking footage shows Rabbi Eli Schlanger and 10-year-old Matilda celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach before the deadly Sydney attack. Read the full story.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch announces a £50 billion Sovereign Defence Fund, repurposing money from Labour's climate initiatives to bolster UK military readiness. Read the full plan.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves dismisses report of 1,000 monthly oil and gas job losses, drawing furious backlash from industry leaders who accuse her of being 'in total denial'. Read the full story.
A UK inquiry into foreign political interference will investigate Iran's alleged use of fake accounts to influence the Scottish independence debate. Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander confirms the probe.
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.