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Christmas in wartime: how Britain coped with the 'bleak midwinter' of 1942

On Christmas Eve 1942, the Manchester Guardian recalled that the first world war had only lasted four Christmases. Now, Hitler’s war also had “four to its discredit, each one more austere than its predecessor”. Christmas 1942 would be a sadly pared-back affair. Cards were tiny and printed on thin card.…

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Dad in tears after taking sneaky look at son's letter to Father Christmas

A man who works as a delivery driver for UPS says he opened his son's letter to Father Christmas expecting to see a list of toys, but found a heartbreaking wish instead

Daily Mirror

Woman asked girl if she believes in Santa - then leaves mum 'gobsmacked' by what she did next

The woman quizzed the little girl about her Christmas beliefs as she shopped with her family in Tesco

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Christmas Day TV: Go with tradition – Die Hard or Love Actually – or take a risk with these gems

It's difficult deciding what to watch after lunch on Christmas Day ... here are some ideas, from traditional films to classics to TV specials.

The New Daily

I visited the Enchanted Christmas lights trail at Knowsley Safari and it was 'magical' - review

The lights were stunning

Liverpool Echo

Peter Andre and wife Emily delight their kids with special Santa home visit

Peter Andre shared a heart-warming video of Father Christmas visiting his family's home, and singing to his two youngest children, as he spoke of a "bittersweet" day

Daily Mirror

Children's names most likely on Santa's nice list - as Charlie and Sophie take top spot

Children are starting to hike up festive spirits as Christmas Day approaches, but according to data obtained from Real Santa Letters, there are names most likely to make the list

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Indulge in Xmas moments at Central: The Original Store

Besides a present from Santa Claus, Christmas-lovers look forward to the decoration game that every mall flexes in December. Central: The Original Store slays the festive season by throwing "Central: The Original Store On Holiday 2023". From replicating Santa's workroom and the North Pole to hosting a Christmas market, Central:…

Bangkok Post

What Father Christmas would look like in 2022 - and it's pretty disturbing

Father Christmas' famous style has been given an overhaul by researchers who set themselves the task of imagining how Santa would look today - and the results are pretty bizarre

Daily Mirror

15 pub quiz questions and answers to test your general knowledge - Friday, December 15

We've even thrown in a few Christmas questions to get into the festive spirit

Liverpool Echo

Man hailed 'Britain's best postie' after act of kindness for girl with letter to Santa

One lucky child got an extra special Christmas gift this year as her local postman delivered a letter from Father Christmas through their door just days after she posted her wish list

Daily Mirror

'I went to Disney World for Christmas - it was unlike anything I'd ever experienced'

Luke, founder of the blog USA Rover, visited Walt Disney World Orlando with a Christmas Day ticket in 2018 and got to enjoy the magical kingdom at its most festive

Daily Mirror

Santa Claus saves man's life after he collapses at Christmas party

The former A&E nurse's skills were called upon while he was dressed as the man in red

Manchester Evening News

'Fuming' Santa given parking ticket for sleigh as he handed out presents to kids

Mick Worrall refuses to cough up and pay the ticket, telling the warden to 'post it to the North Pole' after the Father Christmas, 75, was handing out gifts and collecting for charity in Worcester

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'I'm pregnant with triplets - people mock my festive name ideas but I love them'

An expectant mum has shared her baby name ideas with fellow parents online and received backlash for choosing a festive theme - despite them being born around Christmas

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Japan's Laughing Buddha Hotei is merging into Santa Claus -- both are roly-poly sacred figures with a bag of gifts

As Christmas approaches, children in many parts of the world look forward to a visit from the potbellied Santa Claus, who comes down chimneys carrying a sackful of gifts over his shoulder. In Japan, some children also wait for Hotei, a jolly Japanese god with a rotund frame who carries…

Manchester Evening News

ITV Coronation Street's Fiz star Jennie McAlpine shares what children really think about her being famous soap star and their 'snub'

The Fiz Stape actress shares son Albert, eight, and four-year-old daughter Hilda with her husband Chris

Manchester Evening News

The enchanted Christmas forest tucked away in the city centre with hundreds of real trees and winter cocktails on tap

Fairy trails, snow projections, food and drink stalls, and family activities will all be part of the fun

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Holly Willoughby on Christmas tradition and her relatable festive fail as This Morning cast share plans

The This Morning presenter Holly Willoughby has discussed all things Christmas in her household from traditions to debates and festive fails

Daily Mirror

Santa's grotto makes kids take lie detector tests to find if they've been naughty or nice

Joining Father Christmas for the first time is the expert polygraph examiner, Paul Bramley - coined 'Mr Fibmas'. He will be asking kids aged six to 12 questions to determine if they’re fibbing or not

Manchester Evening News

The Mancunian Way: Occasional sinister elves

Are the Birmingham Christmas Markets really better than Manchester’s? PLUS Tourist tax AND Winter travel chaos ahead

Liverpool Echo

Jonnie Irwin sends Christmas message alongside his family

Jonnie and his wife accompanied their youngest to meet Santa Claus

The Independent UK

Camilla declares Christmas has begun as she hosts children’s charities

As the Queen Consort met charity bosses and Santa, the Band of the Welsh Guards performed Once In Royal David’s City.

Wales Online

You could get Christmas carolers on your doorstep with McDonald's

Customers can head to ReindeerReady.co.uk or the McDonald’s app to be in with the chance of winning

Daily Mirror

Britain's 'longest-serving Santa' celebrates 60th year of bringing Christmas magic to kids

Ray Hulse, 78, has been slipping into the red and white suit and dishing out presents since 1962 and has raised more than £50,000 for charity since taking up the festive job

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