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My weirdest Christmas: I insisted, through gritted teeth, that it would be fun to eat outside

It was 2020, and I hired a gazebo and heaters so we could have a festive feast with my mum in the garden. What could possibly go wrong?We called it “diffmas”, because it was going to be a different kind of Christmas. Our son was five, so we were trying to package it appealingly for him. But we might…

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I finally found a compact smart heater that warms up any room it's in (and it's priced well)

The Dreo Smart Wall Heater did a great job keeping my family warm all last winter, and it remains a staple in my household this year.

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It's (not) a new bike! How to manage kids' gift expectations at Christmas

Holiday celebrations involving gift giving can be roller coasters. The excitement of tearing into gifts is often mixed with intense anticipation—and sometimes, disappointment.

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Thousands attend Christmas Eve events in Bethlehem, the first since Gaza war

Thousands of people traveled from nearby towns and villages to attend Bethlehem's annual Christmas Eve tree lighting ceremony, which was canceled the last two years.

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Rail journeys to supermarket opening times: Your complete guide to Christmas

Practical advice to help you get organised and cope this festive period.

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What's open on Christmas Eve 2025? See which stores are operating.

Many businesses adjust their hours on Christmas Eve, so it's best to plan ahead if you need to do any last-minute shopping.

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Super Mario Bros. and Yoshi Games (Yields) Reduced Burnout Risk

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How to track Santa Claus this Christmas Eve using AI

If you’re a parent with young children, then you’ll probably hear this a lot on Christmas Eve: “Where’s Santa right now?” With tracking tools like the NORAD Santa Tracker and Google’s Santa Tracker, everyone can know when Father Christmas will arrive. Plus, there are now some new AI tools to bring t…

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Tell us: do you have unusual living arrangements?

Perhaps you have been living with friends for many years, or live in a communeDo you have what could be described as unusual living arrangements?Perhaps you live in communal housing, or a commune or with extended family. Continue reading...

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Syrian church marks Christmas and reaffirms faith months after deadly attack

Hundreds of worshippers have gathered at Mar Elias Church in Syria to remember those lost in a suicide attack

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'Miracle' cat comes home after five years missing

Bindi's owners feared the worst after she disappeared in August 2020 - but she is now back home.

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A master sushi chef’s guide to finding balance in Miami

At his omakase restaurant, Shingo Akikuni brings depth and discipline to a spontaneous city. His Miami exists in the sweet spot between ‘loud and quiet, fast and slow’

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A Trade Subscription Is a Great Last-Minute Gift for Coffee Lovers, and It’s 25% Off Right Now

It's probably too late to buy a physical gift online and have it arrive by Christmas, which is why a gift subscription makes a great last-minute gift

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France Recognizes Electronic Music as ‘Intangible Cultural Heritage’

Electronic music is added to the inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage, acknowledgement that the artform is shaping France’s artistic identity.

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Meet the Eureka Floorshine 880: The self-cleaning, deodourising hero every house needs

Say goodbye to lingering smells and back-breaking work with this hybrid vacuum that tackles spills and pet hair with ease.

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Thousands flock to Bethlehem to revive Christmas spirit after 2 years of war in Gaza

After two years of subdued Christmas celebrations due to war in Gaza, thousands of people have flocked to Bethlehem's Manger Square on Christmas Eve

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Oklahoma town's quirky idea to lure visitors becomes year-round draw

In the small town of Chickasha, Oklahoma, it's not just the brightly lit Christmas tree turning heads.

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Man sings Christmas songs for 42 hours straight, attempts world record

“I know, I’m bonkers,” said David Purchase of Gloucester, England.

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North Carolina Christmas tree farmers are optimistic after Hurricane Helene

More than a year after the storm ripped apart families and farms, growers are bullish about strength of their industryChristmas tree farmers in western North Carolina are still rebuilding from last year’s devastating Hurricane Helene, but growers are optimistic about business and the overall strengt…

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Mariah Carey Awarded $92,000 From Dismissed ‘All I Want For Christmas’ Lawsuit

A judge found that Carey incurred "needless expenses responding to frivolous legal arguments" made by country artist Andy Stone, who sued for copyright infringement