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- The Guardian
Let China build electric cars in UK, Tory ex-chancellor tells Rachel Reeves ahead of trade trip
Despite ‘spy’ scandal, Philip Hammond says Britain should now adopt a ‘pragmatic approach to Beijing’
- The Guardian
Elle Fanning: ‘The last thing I want to be is boring’
Her debut at two catapulted the actress to child stardom, while taking the lead in The Great turned her into a household name. Ahead of the much-anticipated Bob Dylan biopic, she discusses subverting expectations, escaping her princess vibe – and why she could have been a tennis pro
- The Guardian
The Don, London: ‘The expectation was for something warmer’ – restaurant review
The menu here was overseen by Rowley Leigh, but his generous touch in the kitchen is missing
- The Guardian
TV tonight: Strictly winner Chris McCausland stars in a Christmas caper
New Sky comedy Bad Tidings is good, silly fun for the family. Plus: saying goodbye to cult hit Inside No 9. Here’s what to watch this evening
- The Guardian
Farewell to the original Billingsgate fish market, 1982
A relocation to a new site marked the end of an era and sparked nostalgia for workers
- The Guardian
Bottles for the festive season’s in-between days
Perfect pairings for those seasonal get-togethers
- The Guardian
My husband left me last Christmas. How do I get closure?
Give yourself permission to grieve, not just for the end of your marriage, but also for the man you thought you knew
- USA TODAY
Off the Grid: Sally breaks down USA TODAY's daily crossword puzzle, Right You Are
Explore daily insights on the USA TODAY crossword puzzle by Sally Hoelscher. Uncover expert takes and answers in our crossword blog.
- Evening Standard
Why isn't Everton vs Chelsea live on TV in UK today?
Fans unable to watch Blues’s final trip to Goodison Park
- Evening Standard
'Splitting the G' is sickening, let's leave it in 2024 — this week's barometer
What’s hot... and what’s not — keep up with Joe Bromley’s weekly barometer
- PA Media: UK News
Lower housebuyers’ bills with solar panels on newbuild roofs, ministers urged
The Sunshine Bill will be debated by MPs in the new year.
- HuffPost UK
35 Unmissable Films To Watch On TV Over The Festive Period
From Christmas classics and family favourites to huge blockbusters, there's truly something for everyone to enjoy.
- Evening Standard
Instant design classic: Barnsbury penthouse is an oasis of calm with pops of colour
Now this is a way to bring some peace and tranquility to your home...
- The Telegraph
‘Strictly for 1970s nostalgics’: This year’s best and worst brandy creams
Splashing a bit of brandy cream on your pud or dolloping it on a mince pie is just what’s needed to cut through the intensity of the dried fruit. But why buy it? How hard is it to add some brandy to cream?
- The Independent
An acceptable level of travel cancellations? Discuss
The Man Who Pays His Way: Having festive travel plans torn up comes at a heavy emotional cost, as at least 15,000 passengers see their Heathrow flights cancelled, writes Simon Calder
- The Independent
How Bob Dylan stole Christmas
IN FOCUS: With much-anticipated Dylan biopic ‘A Complete Unknown’ arriving in the US on Christmas Day, Kevin E G Perry looks at how the crotchety singer-songwriter became an unlikely festive favourite
- The Independent
I detest Mrs Brown’s Boys – but forced myself to sit through every minute of it
COMMENT: Is the BBC’s critically loathed sitcom really the worst show on TV? Louis Chilton spends a week with Brendan O’Carroll’s ‘Mammy’ and her unbearable boys to find out for himself
- Hello!
Princess Charlene's £250k engagement ring from Prince Albert signifies her 'tears of joy'
Princess Charlene of Monaco's £250k engagement ring from Prince Albert predicted her wedding day tears - expert details
- The Daily Beast
Colin Jost Scolds ‘SNL’ Audience Cheering for Luigi Mangione
“Weekend Update” anchor Colin Jost seemed genuinely taken aback by the loud cheers that came from Saturday Night Live audience at the mention of alleged murderer Luigi Mangione’s name during the show’s final episode of 2024. “Luigi Mangione—” Jost began as loud cheers erupted from the crowd. He was forced to stop mid-sentence to say, “Yeah, definitely ‘woo.’ You’re ‘wooing’ for justice, right?” The joke that followed played into the alleged killer of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson as an unl
- The Telegraph
Christmas market becomes scene of horror after fatal gap left in security bollards
At just after 7pm on Friday, a black BMW turned off a main road in the east German city of Magdeburg and headed towards the Christmas market.