Petrol station bosses slammed for hiking fuel prices ahead of Christmas break

A baby who spent months in hospital after a life-saving liver transplant is finally home for Christmas.

Mariah Carey has another reason to celebrate this Christmas.

direct to your inboxIt doesn't feel that long since we last had Britain's Got Talent on screens after the series was delayed.But it's already back and this time, it's a festive special.The one-off Britain's Got Talent at Christmas will feature some of the best and most memorable acts to appear over the past 14 years.Ant and Dec will be back to host the talent show, dressed as elves of course, which will broadcast on December 25 for the first time.A dance supergroup, featuring 2009 winners Diversity, 2018 semi-finalists DVJ and season two winner George Sampson, will open the show with a Christmas themed performance.Alesha Dixon will sing the Christmas classic Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, accompanied by former winner Tokio Myers on

Merry Christmas with a variety of approaches - from singing carols to baking stunning gingerbread houses. This Morning presenter Lorraine Kelly broke down in tears on the show as she listened to a specially recorded message from her mum.

Amazon customer's Christmas was ruined after an "absolutely ridiculous" courier refused the 51-year-old's booze order because she didn't have an ID.

Stanley Tucci is here to make Christmas Day just a little bit more merry, courtesy of one of his signature handcrafted cocktails.

direct to your inboxIt's been nearly a year since we last took a trip to Nonnatus House in Poplar.But our favourite midwives will be back when Call the Midwife's Christmas special airs on BBC One on Christmas Day.The last episode of series nine aired at the end of February and saw a fight to save the nursing home become a success - but only for a year.And Valerie was left heartbroken when her grandmother was hospitalised and diagnosed with cancer and later died in emotional scenes.On our return to the series, the midwives will be in December 1965, and will see Sister Monica Joan rushed to hospital, while the arrival of a travelling circus brings an exciting opportunity for Nurse Crane.But it will come as no surprise now that the cast and

direct to your inboxTis the season to be jolly.But that's not the case for everyone.Manchester's Christmas past is steeped in grisly and terrifying tales of revenge, lust and betrayal. Here Michala Hulme, an associate lecturer in history at Manchester Metropolitan University and author of Manchester: Bloody British History, takes a look back at some of the darker Christmas episodes in Manchester's history. On December 25, 1880, chemist and druggist Alfred Hartley was spending his first Christmas in prison after being found guilty of the manslaughter of Caroline Barkham.The events that led to his arrest began shortly after 10pm on October 28, 1880, when two police superintendents asked to see the contents of a handcart that was being pushed

Mariah Carey, Chrissy Teigen, Eva Longoria and more took to Instagram to share pics of their at-home holiday celebrations. As Carey revealed, she started a new holiday tradition with her 9-year-old twins, Moroccan and Monroe. «Sitting with Dem Kids by the tree, getting ready to read 'A Snow Globe of Joy' from my memoir together… Starting a new holiday tradition for us.♥️

See what famous prisoners like Lori Loughlin and her husband will be served for their Christmas day meals – TMZ Learn more about the young actor who plays Alistair in Wonder Woman 1984 – Just Jared Jr Vanessa Bryant has shared her family’s 2020 Christmas photo – TooFab Check out the Christmas card from Meghan Markle and Prince Harry – Celebitchy See which celebs are celebrating birthdays on Christmas Day – DListed Dixie D’Amelio drops a new song written by Demi Lovato – Just Jared Jr

police concerned for her safety.A search is now under way to find the teen, with police calling on the public for help in the search.Inspector Dan Russell said: "We are searching for Charlie as we are concerned about her welfare and would like to hear from anyone who knows where she is or has any seen her."Sussex Police raised the alarm on the evening of Christmas Day, sharing a photograph of the teen and details of her last appearance.Sharing a photo of Charlie, the image shows her with brown hair, brown eyes and freckles.Sussex Police said in a statement on Christmas Day: "Police are concerned for missing teenager Charlie Coleman from Hastings."The 16-year-old was last seen on Christmas Eve (Thursday 24 December) at 10.55pm heading in the

Members of the Kardashian-Jenner family have shared some great photos from their Christmas Eve dinner party, which was only for family this year due to the pandemic.

winter solstice, which a large part of mankind associates with such celebrations as Nativity festivals. The moment of the solstice occurred on Dec.

mum says callous thieves ransacked her home and stole Christmas gifts for her disabled baby worth £4,000 - as well as her brand new Xbox.

Comedian Michael McIntyre was back on our screens on Christmas Day to host a celebrity edition of The Wheel.Holly Willoughby, Alan Carr and Oti Mabuse all hoped to answer their way to a fortune for their chosen charities, guided by seven celebrity experts.Alexander Armstrong, Christopher Biggins, Clare Balding, Howard Donald, Kate Bottley, Olly Smith and Ainsley Harriott were on hand to help answer questions on everything from Christmas dinner to pantomimes.However, eagled-eyed viewers noticed a major change to the show's format during the special episode.The catchy theme tune which usually plays when host Michael yells "Spin the wheel" was replaced by iconic Christmas songs in a bid to spread some festive cheer.Fans of the show rushed to

Christmas tree could actually be the reason behind your winter sniffles. Runny noses and coughs at this time of year may actually be caused by mould growth and pollen on the festive fir - and the longer it is up, the worse you could feel.

festive season can be a dangerous time for our beloved pets. In the run up to Christmas Day, there are often hidden dangers which catch out dog and cat owners every year.

A frantic police search has been launched for a 16-year-old girl who vanished on Christmas Eve.

direct to your inboxAlbert Square looks sets for the most explosive Christmas if the lead up to the festivities is anything to go by.Ian Beale has made a few enemies on EastEnders of late, and has not long been released from hospital after being attacked and left for dead in the Queen Vic.While he tries to plan a happy Christmas with new wife Sharon, it looks like someone may be out to destroy it as his attacker is still out there and could be close to home.There's also a massive shock for Denise when her murderer ex-husband returns to Walford - as well as her eldest daughter Chelsea. But what do either of them want?Elsewhere, Linda Carter and Max Branning's flirting continues behind Mick's back.

coronavirus pandemic has had a massive impact on the dogs' home. Fundraising has plunged by '80 or 90 per cent', according to the centre manager, Steve Mapley.He's close to tears as he recalls the struggle, speaking to the M.E.N.

direct to your inboxFor many women working the streets of Manchester during the coronavirus pandemic, clients have been their only regular human contact.With the city under lockdown these women were forced to seek help through windows or over Facetime, instead of speaking to someone sitting across from them.This not only had a ‘noticeable’ impact on the mental wellbeing of some sex workers, but it also affected those reaching out to help from Manchester Action on Street Health (MASH).But for one day in December, a group of women were able to sit, laugh and share stories with each other and their caseworkers over a hearty, socially-distanced Christmas dinner.This would have seemed inconceivable months ago, but since MASH’s drop-in centre