Quirky Global Christmas Traditions from KFC to Cats
Discover unique festive customs worldwide, from Japan's KFC feasts to Finland's candlelit cemeteries and Iceland's fearsome Yule Cat. Explore how the world celebrates.
Discover unique festive customs worldwide, from Japan's KFC feasts to Finland's candlelit cemeteries and Iceland's fearsome Yule Cat. Explore how the world celebrates.
Barclays seals a multi-year naming rights deal for Scotland's national stadium, Hampden Park, and partners with the Scottish Cup. Discover how this investment aims to boost grassroots football and major events.
Discover the leading UK staycation destinations for 2026, from the Yorkshire Dales to the Scottish Highlands. Plan your perfect sustainable domestic break now.
The UK is set for a colossal 719-mile-wide snow storm on January 2, 2026, with up to one inch per hour forecast for Scotland. Prepare for major travel disruption.
How much do you really know about Boxing Day? Dive into our festive quiz covering its history, traditions, and quirky facts. Challenge yourself and see how you score!
Discover the hilarious local quirks and dialect that make a Birmingham Christmas unique. From 'going round the Wrekin' to 'wagging it', we decode the festive season, Brummie-style.
Discover why Birmingham's festive spirit remains magical through decades of change. Explore personal memories, historical traditions, and how the city's Christmas celebrations have evolved while keeping their heart.
Residents of Edgbaston Manor care home welcomed Harper Bell School pupils for a day of carols and shared memories, reviving festive traditions. Discover this heartwarming intergenerational story.
Chandler Court care home in Bromsgrove invites the community to a 1950s-inspired festive tea party on 17th December, reviving cherished traditions. Join residents for stories, singalongs and festive fun.
The UK faces a 21-hour snow barrage from December 15, with flurries starting at 9am. Maps show heavy snow for Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales and northern England. Read the full forecast.
Aston Villa are on red alert as Rangers' highly-rated teenager Bailey Rice is set to leave on a free transfer next summer. Villa could capitalise with a pre-contract offer from January.
A journalist reflects on festive nostalgia and the pressure to create a perfect Christmas, advocating for simpler, personal rituals. Discover how to reclaim the season's joy without the stress.
Discover how Birmingham's Christmas celebrations have transformed over the last century through 26 nostalgic photographs showing festive markets, decorations and community spirit.
Challenge your Scottish knowledge with our St Andrew's Day quiz covering history, culture and traditions. Perfect for testing your heritage awareness this festive season!
Kelly Osbourne shares emotional tribute to father Ozzy, revealing festive traditions 'won't be the same' following his tragic passing in July. Read the family's heartbreaking confessions.
A Shropshire man was hit with a £1,407 bill after his smart meter stopped working. Discover your rights and the upcoming industry review.
Discover 'Winter Folk', a free exhibition at Solihull's Courtyard Gallery from 12 Dec. Featuring 21 local artists exploring folk traditions through painting, embroidery & more.
Sir Richard Branson is heartbroken as his wife and 'guiding light' Joan Templeman passes away. Read their incredible 50-year love story and tribute.
Discover the Royal Family's strict Sunday roast traditions, from giant Yorkshire puddings to forbidden food pairings, as revealed by their former chef. Learn more about their dining preferences.
Discover how Brits decorate their Christmas trees with 39 ornaments taking 85 minutes. Learn about sentimental decorations and festive traditions that make the season magical.
Strictly Come Dancing champion Hamza Yassin reveals he secretly lived in his car for nine months before finding fame. Discover his inspiring journey from homelessness to BBC stardom.
A powerful Glasgow exhibition, 'What We Hold We Carry', co-created by Iranian women with lived sanctuary experience, explores resilience and identity through art. On until Nov 15.
66,000 people will get their final DWP Disability Living Allowance payment in December as benefits transfer to Scottish Adult DLA. Check your status now.
Two major Scottish seafood processors, Kenmore Sea Foods and Falfish Scotland, have collapsed into administration, threatening jobs and shaking the fishing industry despite ongoing buyer interest.
Hearts defender Alex Cochrane reveals the brutal reality of Championship football after his team's hard-fought victory against Birmingham City at St Andrew's.
Leading technology consultancy TDS is expanding its Scottish operations with a new Glasgow hub, creating 50 high-skilled jobs and boosting Scotland's digital economy.
Discover why witchcraft and pagan crafts are experiencing a massive resurgence across the UK, with workshops selling out and ancient traditions finding new life in the digital age.
Former Birmingham City midfielder Lee Carsley has turned down interest from Celtic to remain in his role with the England Under-21s, dealing a blow to the Scottish giants' managerial search.
The mysterious death of 74-year-old grandmother Anne Callaghan on the isolated Isle of Lismore has left her family devastated and searching for answers as police continue their investigation.
Discover the incredible journey of William Forbes, the 17th-century Scottish merchant who transformed from Venetian trader to national hero, funding military campaigns against English invasion.