Presents

Martin Lewis has warned shoppers to think carefully before buying one popular kind of Christmas present.

Martin Lewis warns people to think twice about one Christmas gift

There's still time to send presents before Father’s Day, but it's important to choose the right courier

The Father's Day posting deadlines everyone needs to know in 2026

The number of ‘platonic’ Valentine’s cards sent to friends and family has increased by nearly a third in a year.

Number of 'Galentines' cards sent increased by a third in a year

51 per cent of Brits are already sitting on £400 of unused items.

Sunday 4th January is the busiest day to sell unwanted Christmas gifts

The packs arrive in the post and you just top them up with the fresh ingredients

Why a food subscription is the gift that keeps giving (aff)

Christmas delivery chaos warning as early deadlines hit

47 per cent of consumers are eager to hone their wine knowledge pre-Yuletide.

A wine expert has revealed the perfect pairings for festive moments

Making sure your parcel arrives in time for Christmas Day can be complicated - here's a way to make it much easier (and cheaper)

Christmas posting deadlines — one courier cuts off in 10 DAYS

Jewellery with powerful messages could be one of the most thoughtful gifts you can buy someone this Christmas

Black Friday deals on meaningful jewellery gifts

Younger shoppers are more prone to impulse purchase regret.

Almost 4 in 10 people admit to Black Friday regret from impulse buys

Dame Judi Dench regifted the red thong to Dame Imelda Staunton

Dame Judi Dench receives a red thong as a Christmas present

20 per cent of Gen Z and Millennials reckon handing over an unwrapped gift is perfectly acceptable.

1 in 6 adults see nothing wrong with giving Xmas presents unwrapped

A shopper walks with her purchases along the main shopping street Oxford Street in London. Starting to save in September gives you three months to build a festive fund (Photo by DANIEL LEAL/AFP via Getty Images)

Start your Christmas savings now to change everything

A third began thinking about preparing for Christmas as early as January 2025

More than a third of adults have started budgeting for Christmas

Six individual gifts in a presentation box would normally cost £24.99 - and there's plenty for your dad to play with

This entire bundle of Father's Day gifts costs just £10

Farrar and Tanner specialises in high-end luxury brands

Farrar and Tanner Father’s Day gifts: 8 classy picks Dad will love

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How to easily return unwanted Christmas presents to Amazon UK
Returning an unwanted Christmas gift is surprisingly simple 🎁
Alex Nelson

You can track Santa Claus' Christmas Eve route with the NORAD Santa Tracker.

How to track Santa Claus with NORAD Santa Tracker

From left, Audra Gaw, Christine Conrad and Megan Gaw at Taylor Maid.

Watch: Festive documentaries feature on Shots! TV this Christmas Day

Three quarters look forward to the drive home for Christmas, as it’s a key part of their annual traditions.

Average drive home for X-mas will cover 94 miles and 11 festive songs

People find they receive an average of two gifts every year they admit they could do without.

Nine in 10 adults don't recall what gifts they received last Christmas

Research of 2,000 adults who celebrate the festivities found crowded stores, long queues and trying to find the ‘perfect’ gift are the most stressful things about Christmas

Six in 10 adults feel most stressed during the Christmas season

Lin Donnelly, 72, was killed after being hit by a car in a crash in Merseyside earlier this week.

Tribute to woman killed by car 'while carrying Christmas presents'

Christmas drinks offers include exciting options and deals for 2024

Top Christmas booze deals for presents and parties

Stacey Solomon’s Crafty Christmas returns for 2024: When is it on TV and who will appear on the show?

When is Stacey Solomon’s Crafty Christmas on TV?

Christmas is just round the corner - and if you have an avid traveller in your life, here are some gift ideas for that special person. (Photo: NationalWorld/Mark Hall)

16 Christmas present ideas for the travel lovers in your life

A study of 2,000 adults found 26 per cent of these have received financial help with presents

4 in 10 households have relied on generosity to get through Christmas

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The Christmas side hustle that will have you wrapping up extra cash
A festive side hustle you didn’t know you needed 🎁
Alex Nelson

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The one sustainable tip you need to follow to save money at Christmas

Parachuters performed mid-air manoeuvres which saw the bright turquoise liquid shaken and stirred from heights up to 10,000ft

New Christmas cocktail hand-mixed at 10,000ft by freefalling skydivers

Victrola Century music centre 6 in 1 that I tested out

I tested Century 6-in-1 Music Centre and know why it's selling so fast

There’s a range of food subscription offers that make ideal Christmas presents

Five food and cooking subscriptions to suit every taste for Christmas

Silk'n Jewel LUXX 200K Hair Removal hair device

I've found huge saving on hair removal device in Black Friday deals

Kevin The Carrot with Katy in the Aldi Christmas advert for 2024

How Aldi's Kevin the Carrot Christmas toy 2024 could be overshadowed

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I'm a finance expert - here's how to have a debt-free Christmas

Quirky advent calendars you can buy for Christmas 2024

Quirky advent calendars for Christmas 2024 - including one for £2k

Shark is supporting Battersea Dogs and Cats Home as it celebrates and champions rescue dogs and cats across the UK

Dog owners splash out more than £760 a year on items for their pooches

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Money expert shares tips on how to save cash this Father's Day

Dads just love cooking up a treat on a barbecue

We pick out the best Father's Day gifts for dads who love to barbecue

The three types of flowers mum would love to get as a floral gift on Mother's Day 2024, according to florists. Stock image by Adobe Photos.

Three flowers mum would love to receive as a gift this Mother's Day

Mother’s Day: 5 Gifts that mums really really want this Mother’s Day that’s not just a bunch of flowers (Canva Images)

5 Mother’s Day Gift ideas that mums really want this year

Many popular bouquet choices could prove deadly to your cat or dog, if you're not careful (NationalWorld/Adobe Stock)

Avoid these deadly flowers if your Valentine has cats or dogs

TikTok users have been showing off their Valentine's baskets on the social media site - but they're not just being made for romantic partners. Photos by TikTok. Composite image by NationalWorld/Kim Mogg.

TikTok users show off their Valentine's baskets but some are confused

Valentine's Day gift guide 2024. Credit: Lola's Cupcakes (top), Liquid London (bottom left), Getting Personal (bottom right).

12 Valentine's gifts for him, her, beauty and fashion lovers, foodies

5 flower trends you'll want to follow for Valentine's Day 2024 when choosing the floral gift to buy for your loved one, according to florists. Stock images by Adobe Photos.

5 flower trends you'll want to follow for Valentine's Day 2024

A family sits in a living room as they watch King Charles III delivering his first annual Christmas Day message in 2022

From 28.8m to 5.9m - how Christmas Day TV lost its pull over the years

A family in Preston have been left unable to afford Christmas Dinner after burglars broke into their home (Credit: fbhk on Pixabay)

Family can't afford Xmas dinner as burglars wreck home and steal gifts

8-year-old Sophia Agate has delivered over 100 presents this Christmas to Doncaster Royal Infirmary (Photo: Doncaster and Bassetlaw NHS Foundation Trust)

8-year-old girl donates 100 Christmas presents to Doncaster hospital

Norad Santa Tracker: Track Santa Claus around the world this Christmas Eve.

Track Santa Claus around the world this Christmas Eve

Liverpool FC made fans' days as they went gift-giving in the city

Are yous staying for tea? Scouse nan steals show from Liverpool stars

Kirsten's vape set on fire while she was changing the rechargeable battery (SWNS)

"My vape exploded and set fire to my daughter's Christmas presents"

Not sure what time to put the turkey in the oven on Christmas Day? Jamie Oliver has the answers. Picture on right,
English actor John Bentley cooking a Christmas pudding with his son at home in Hollywood. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Christmas Day timings for turkey and prep according to Jamie Oliver

Martin Lewis says buying Christmas gifts for teachers puts 'unnecessary pressure' on parents

Martin Lewis warns parents over gifting teachers at Christmas

There's a new shopping trend called spaving, but you'll want to avoid it. Composite image by NationalWorld/Mark Hall.

New shopping trend spaving explained, plus tips for how to avoid it

The Fashion Christmas Gift Guide 2023 (Canva)

The Fashion Christmas Gift Guide 2023, from jumpers to jewellery

Retailer calls on psychic to aid customers find the perfect gifts

Beauty bargains from Boots and Superdrug’s for £15 and under

Beauty bargains from Boots and Superdrug’s for £15 and under

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