The 'Ralph Lauren Christmas' aesthetic from the classic film is dominating high-street homeware. Discover how to channel the McCallister's cosy, maximalist look with tartan, red and green, and patterned carpets.
Reality star Pete Wicks reveals he will spend Christmas alone with his dog, despite invites from best friend Sam Thompson. He vows to 'hibernate' through the festive season. Read his full plans for 2026.
Film4's weekend lineup offers festive classics like Home Alone and edgy alternatives including The Northman. Discover the full schedule and timings here.
Macaulay Culkin's classic 'Home Alone' is officially the UK's favourite Christmas film, beating 'Love Actually' in a new BBFC poll. Discover the full rankings and the nation's festive viewing habits.
Dame Joanna Lumley brands elderly loneliness a 'crisis' as Age UK reveals over a million face Christmas Day alone. Discover the shocking statistics and how to help.
A new UK survey settles the 37-year debate: Die Hard is not a Christmas film. Discover the nation's true festive favourites and when Brits start their holiday viewing.
A new BBFC survey settles the debate: Brits say Die Hard is not a Christmas movie. Discover the nation's favourite festive films and holiday viewing traditions.
A new BBFC poll reveals the UK's favourite festive films, with Home Alone taking the crown. Discover the full rankings and the nation's unique viewing habits.
A new poll reveals Home Alone is the nation's favourite festive film, with Love Actually in second. Discover the full rankings and what Brits think about festive viewing.
After 35 years, Home Alone is officially the UK's favourite Christmas movie, while Die Hard loses the festive film debate. Discover the full rankings and why a heartwarming story tops the list.
Macaulay Culkin reveals his young sons have no idea he starred in Home Alone, despite watching the festive film repeatedly. Discover his sweet family moments and sequel ideas.
Home Alone star Macaulay Culkin reveals his young sons have no idea he played Kevin McCallister in the iconic Christmas film, despite watching it often. Discover his sequel idea.
New research reveals that regularly eating alone is linked to poorer diets, weight loss, and a higher risk of frailty for older adults. Discover the health impacts and what experts recommend.
TV star Gail Porter reveals she's spending Christmas alone and had a charity withdraw a promised Radiohead ticket. The 54-year-old, who has faced alopecia and homelessness, says 'a hug is all I really need'.
British households will consume seven times more electricity on Christmas Day, enough to watch Home Alone 183 times. EDF offers free power to ease costs.
Macaulay Culkin was booed by a crowd after declaring Die Hard is not a Christmas film. The Home Alone star defended his controversial stance at his 35th-anniversary event. Read the full story.
A two-year-old boy was left alone for 12 hours with his deceased parents after an intruder murdered them in their Georgia dream home. The accused is their neighbour.
Discover how the 'singles tax' creates a £6,300 annual financial burden for those living alone, forcing hard choices between social life and solvency. Learn more.
Discover how one innovative couple transformed a shipping container into their dream rental home, saving over £12,000 annually while embracing sustainable living in the UK.
Traditional British fish and chips could become an unaffordable luxury as prices surge by over 25% amid the ongoing cost of living squeeze, new research reveals.
New research reveals Britain is becoming a nation of solo dwellers, with single-person households projected to increase by nearly one-fifth, raising concerns about loneliness and housing demands.
A minimum wage worker reveals the shocking reality of surviving on £11.44 per hour in today's cost of living crisis, sharing practical budgeting tips that could help others struggling financially.
Discover the nations where British expats and travellers can enjoy significantly lower living costs while maintaining quality of life, from sunny European hotspots to exotic Asian destinations.
Discover essential safety strategies, transformative benefits and expert tips for women embarking on solo travel adventures, from navigating unfamiliar destinations to building unshakeable confidence.
Meet Ruby, the self-proclaimed 'grungy old girl' who traded conventional living for a tiny house near Scotland's largest alternative community. Discover her journey to sustainable living and the freedom she's found in her compact new home.
Discover the reality of full-time narrowboat living in Britain - from mooring fees to winter challenges. Is this alternative lifestyle right for you?
James and Samantha Alofs traded their demanding city careers for a self-sufficient homestead deep in the Canadian wilderness, discovering a more meaningful existence far from modern pressures.
Discover the surprising adult humour hidden within the beloved Christmas classic Home Alone that flew completely over children's heads for decades.
Over 460,000 British workers are celebrating a significant pay rise as the Real Living Wage increases to £12 across the UK and £13.15 in London, offering financial relief during the cost of living crisis.
Millions of UK workers are set for a significant pay rise as the National Living Wage increases to £11.44 per hour, with younger workers benefiting for the first time.