Final Christmas delivery deadlines for UK shoppers
Don't miss the final order dates for next-day and standard delivery from M&S, River Island, Boden and more to get your gifts in time for Christmas Day 2025.
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Stansted expansion green-lit, set to be UK's 2nd busiest airport
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
UK's Worst-Case Climate Scenarios Revealed
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
Feed Your Family Christmas Dinner for £2.50 a Head
Discover how savvy UK mums are beating supermarket price hikes to create a full festive feast for as little as £2.50 per person. Get their expert tips for a budget-friendly Christmas.
I tried the UK's weirdest Christmas menu item
A journalist taste-tests Yo! Sushi's insane Xmas Tempura Wrap, a deep-fried fusion of festive flavours. Discover if this £6.95 culinary gamble is worth trying this season.
Royal Mail's Final Christmas 2025 Posting Dates Revealed
Don't miss the last posting dates for Christmas 2025. Check Royal Mail, DPD, and Evri deadlines to ensure your gifts arrive on time. Post early to avoid disappointment.
UK's Top 20 Engineering Feats Ranked in New Poll
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Christmas Delivery Cut-Off Dates: Full List for 2025
Don't miss the final posting dates for Royal Mail, Amazon, DPD, Evri, Yodel and other UK couriers to ensure your Christmas parcels arrive on time. Check the full list now.
London's Southbank Christmas Market labelled 'overrated'
A festive market fan left baffled by London's tiny Southbank Christmas Market. Discover why this popular spot failed to deliver on the hype and what was missing.
Aldi: Cranberry Sauce Most Forgotten Christmas Item
A quarter of UK Christmas hosts have forgotten a key dinner item. Aldi urges shoppers to 'check lists twice' to avoid festive panic. Discover the top 10 most overlooked essentials.
Unseasonal birdsong sparks climate debate in UK
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
Podcast: Reviewing 2025's biggest political moments
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
Snow Forecast for UK Christmas Day as Arctic Blast Looms
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.
Met Office verdict: Snow unlikely for Christmas 2025
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.
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.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
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?
Top 10 Christmas Sparkling Wines: Expert Picks
Wine expert Lucy Hitchcock reveals her top 10 sparkling wines for the festive season, from budget Cavas to premium English fizz. Discover brilliant bubbles at every price point.
Post Office: Send Christmas parcels before 8 December
The Post Office warns Friday 8 December will be its busiest day, as a survey shows a 33% surge in Britons planning to send gifts. Royal Mail hires 20,000 temps. Post early to avoid stress.
Aldi shopper stunned by £11.99 Heroes tin price
An Aldi customer was left in shock after spotting a 700g tin of Cadbury Heroes priced at £11.99, sparking a major debate on festive treat costs and supermarket alternatives.
James Martin's Make-Ahead Christmas Gravy Hack
Celebrity chef James Martin reveals his simple three-ingredient gravy recipe you can make and freeze now to save precious time and energy on Christmas Day.
Cat-Tested Christmas Trees: Feline Reviews Reveal Top Picks
A rescue cat named Lumen helped test 10 artificial Christmas trees for durability and feline appeal. Discover which trees withstood the ultimate cat challenge and how to sustainably donate your old tree.
Best Christmas 2025 Gifts for Your Pets
Discover the ultimate Christmas 2025 gift guide for your pets. From turkey-flavoured treats to stylish tartan coats, find perfect presents for your furry friends.
UK's Best Christmas Markets Named for 2025
Discover the 9 best UK Christmas markets according to Which? magazine's 2025 ranking, featuring festive favourites from York to Belfast. Plan your perfect seasonal trip today!
One simple change stops cats climbing your Christmas tree
Cat owners can prevent festive chaos by making one simple change to Christmas ornament placement. Expert tips for a pet-safe holiday season revealed.
Temu's Droopy Christmas Tree Disaster Leaves Shoppers Fuming
Shoppers who purchased heavily discounted Christmas trees from online marketplace Temu are reporting disappointing deliveries of wilted, browning firs that are shedding needles within days of arrival.
London's 'Saddest' Christmas Tree Sparks Social Media Frenzy
A controversially sparse Christmas tree in London's affluent Mayfair district has become an unlikely tourist attraction, drawing comparisons to Charlie Brown's tree and sparking heated debates about holiday spirit.
Andrea Bocelli sings in John Lewis Christmas ad 2024
The legendary Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli provides the breathtaking soundtrack to this year's John Lewis Christmas advert, performing a stunning rendition of 'Hallelujah' alongside the adorable Snapper the Venus flytrap.
Sainsbury's 2025 Christmas Ad Features Beloved BFG Character
Sainsbury's brings back the magic of Christmas with a nostalgic BFG-themed advertisement featuring stunning animation and Roald Dahl's beloved giant, marking a return to classic storytelling after years of cost-of-living focused campaigns.
John Lewis 2025 Christmas Advert Preview
Get an exclusive first look at the John Lewis Christmas 2025 advert strategy. Discover what magical themes and emotional storytelling the retail giant is planning for next year's highly anticipated festive campaign.
M&S Christmas Ad: Dawn French & Tom Kerridge Star
Marks & Spencer unveils its 2024 Christmas campaign featuring comedy legend Dawn French and Michelin-starred chef Tom Kerridge in a mouthwatering celebration of festive food.
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