TV star Pete Wicks details a horrific alcohol-fuelled fall on Christmas Day that left him unconscious with burns and a head injury, forcing him to stay indoors for a week. He also reveals a childhood eye condition has returned, potentially requiring surge
New research reveals a shift in UK festive habits, with a third of households packing away Christmas decorations early. Discover how cost and stress are reshaping traditions.
Basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley calls NFL commissioner Roger Goodell a 'pig' as the American football league encroaches on the NBA's traditional Christmas Day dominance. Read the full story.
King Charles's Christmas Day broadcast, urging compassion and reconciliation, was the UK's most-watched TV show. Explore the full festive ratings battle and what topped the charts.
The Next Boxing Day sale 2025 is live with huge discounts on Reiss, Tala, Made.com & more. Our shopping expert reveals the best fashion, home & beauty deals to snap up now.
Plan your Boxing Day shop with our essential guide to UK supermarket opening times. Find out which major chains are open, closed, or running reduced hours.
A history expert explains the true medieval origins of Boxing Day, revealing it has nothing to do with boxing. Discover the traditions, dates, and how it became a UK bank holiday.
Your complete guide to Christmas Day TV 2025. From The Scarecrows’ Wedding to Mrs Brown’s Boys, find out when and where to watch all the festive specials.
An American who moved to the UK reveals the 9 British Christmas traditions that left her stunned, from crackers to Boxing Day. Discover her decade-long perspective.
The Met Office says a white Christmas is 'highly unlikely' for most of the UK, with cold, windy conditions and sunshine expected. Discover the full festive forecast.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year. Find out which stores are open on Boxing Day and New Year's Eve.
Find out which 39 McDonald's restaurants are open across the UK on Christmas Day 2025, with full location details and specific trading hours for the festive period.
The NBA's Christmas Day showcase features five games, including Thunder vs Spurs and LeBron's 20th appearance. Discover the full schedule, key players, and where to watch in the UK.
King Charles III delivers his fourth festive address at 3pm on Christmas Day. Find out where to watch the broadcast and what themes the monarch may cover.
Explore how festive food traditions across the Nigerian, Ghanaian, Caribbean and Black British diaspora symbolise identity, history and community during the Christmas season.
Discover the top festive films for children and toddlers this Christmas, from timeless classics to modern favourites. Find out where to stream them all now.
King Charles will deliver his 2025 Christmas message at 3pm on BBC One, ITV & Sky. Find out how to watch, the location, and expected themes of the poignant address.
Discover the real origins of Boxing Day, from Victorian gift boxes to St Stephen's Day traditions and modern shopping sales. Unwrap the history behind this British bank holiday.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and sunny Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Get the full festive forecast and travel advice here.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy, and largely dry Christmas Day for the UK, with temperatures feeling close to freezing. Find out the full festive forecast details here.
Brits face a chilly, breezy Christmas Day with sunshine for many. Met Office warns of strong easterly winds making it feel near freezing. Get the full festive forecast.
King Charles will deliver his personal Christmas message from Westminster Abbey at 3pm on 25 December. Discover the historic setting and the theme of pilgrimage.
The Met Office predicts a cold, windy Christmas Day for the UK with sunshine for many. Find out where temperatures could plummet to -5°C and the slim chance of festive snow.
King Charles will deliver his personal Christmas message from Westminster Abbey at 3pm on Christmas Day, focusing on pilgrimage. Read the unique details of this historic broadcast.
A 12-hour sports marathon awaits on Christmas Day 2025 with five NBA and three NFL games. Our guide highlights the must-watch matchups and the ones you can skip.
Find out which major US retailers like Walmart and Target are closed on Christmas Day 2025, and which convenience stores and pharmacies will remain open for last-minute needs.
Discover which major UK retailers are closing on Boxing Day 2025 to give staff a break, and which will be open. Get the full list and essential shopping tips here.
Find out if your local McDonald's will be open over Christmas 2025. Most branches will close on Christmas Day, but a few key locations may welcome customers.
Don't miss the best festive TV! Our complete guide to Christmas specials on BBC, ITV, Channel 4, and Netflix from Christmas Eve to Boxing Day. Plan your viewing now.
Your complete guide to Boxing Day sport on TV, featuring Manchester United vs Newcastle, the Ashes Test, Premiership Rugby, and live horse racing. Plan your festive viewing now.