Why December 26 is called Boxing Day - and where the name came from

Snow is expected to start falling in parts of northern England today as a severe cold snap moves in. A plunge of cold Arctic air is set to see a sharp change in the conditions we have mostly seen so far this winter.

The widow of a subpostmaster says he was “depressed and ashamed” about the “shame” he had brought to the home.

Manchester United duo Hannibal Mejbri and Amad could still represent their countries at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) because of a loophole in the Confederation of African Football (CAF) regulations.

lawyer is finally .On January 6, reported that the 38-year-old Dancing With the Stars finalist is suing her ex-boyfriend over their . According to court documents obtained by the publication, Madix is asking a judge to order a sale of the California property they purchased together in 2019—before Sandoval with their costar , of course.While People reports that Madix wants to split the proceeds with her ex, she is reportedly against a “division in kind,” which would allow either of them to sell their half of the property to a third party. Yeah, that sounds like it could cause a lot of drama…well, more drama.He did what?By Ariana Madix and Tom Sandoval have been regularly cohabitating since their , but that doesn't mean their home life is amicable.

Clara Indrani is currently starring as Molly Sardana on Netflix's hit new series, Fool Me Once.The thrilling TV drama is based off of a book by acclaimed author Harlan Coben, and also stars the likes of Corrie legend Michelle Keegan, British heavyweight Dame Joanna Lumley, The Hobbit star Richard Armitage and Irish actor Emmett J. Scanlan. It tells the story of Maya Stern, who is trying to come to terms with the brutal murder of her husband, Joe.

It's been over a year since team Faithful won The Traitors with Aaron Evans, Hannah Byczkowski and Meryl Williams taking home the grand prize of £101,050 between them.

The list of feature documentaries still in contention for the Oscars has been cut to 15 finalists, a brutal culling from a contingent of 167 qualifiers. The annual shortlist announcement leaves a handful of filmmakers celebrating, many more disappointed, and documentary watchers with much to debate. 

The first bank holiday of 2024 is behind us already, with New Year's Day over and done with. There's a bit of a wait until our next bank holiday, which is the long Easter weekend. Last year, we enjoyed an extra day off in May thanks to King Charles' coronation. But this year, England and Wales get the standard eight bank holidays in total, with no other special occasions on the cards.

Married At First Sight Australia's Cathy Evans has been left heartbroken after the sudden death of her older brother Ben over Christmas. The 30 year old reality TV star revealed that Ben, 36, tragically passed away from a cardiac arrest on Boxing Day in New Zealand. Cathy, who was raised in New Zealand with Ben and their two other brothers Logan and Marko, flew straight home when she heard the news, reports The Mirror.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Paul Schrader wrote Martin Scorsese‘s “Taxi Driver” and “Raging Bull,” and it appears he would’ve handled things differently had he been the one to pen “Killers of the Flower Moon.” In a recent interview with France’s Le Monde, Schrader called “Flower Moon” a “good movie” but one that could’ve been better had DiCaprio been playing the FBI agent investigating the Osage murders. “Marty compares me to a Flemish miniaturist.

A brilliant Boxing Day recipe has been shared by celebrity chef James Martin, who revealed that fellow cook Paul Ainsworth came up with this stunning sandwich.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's hopes of a Christmas reunion in the UK have been dashed due to fresh drama. Fans were hoping that 2023 might be the year the couple would patch things up with the rest of the Royal Family and spend Christmas at Sandringham. In recent months, there have been whispers from sources close to Harry and Meghan suggesting they were keen on spending the festive season with their extended family in Britain.

Christmas dinner leftovers are surely one of the best parts of the festive season, but it can be difficult to know how to use them.

After two days of eating and drinking in lavish style, Boxing Day is when many of the royals get up early, pull on their waxed Barbour jackets and wellington boots, and load their guns for a day of shooting on the 20,000-acre Sandringham estate. Although for many of us the day is about strolling off the excesses, playing games and snuggling in front of the TV, senior members of the family are expected to join the hunt for plump pheasants or grouse.

Christmas dinner is over, meaning households are likely full of leftovers that are enjoyed the next day, especially when piled together between some bread.

The final bank holiday of 2023 has arrived - but fear not, we don't have long to wait until the next one. While technically next year, New Year's Day is less than a week away.

The Royal Family take part in many traditions each Christmas - some of which are classic and others which are unique to them. From attending a church service, just like many of us up and down the UK to opening their presents on Christmas Eve to pay homage to their German heritage, the royals' day will be enjoyed by everyone. But every year, the family attracts huge amounts of criticism for one custom that traditionally takes place on Boxing Day.

The Royal Family are expected to spend Christmas at the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk this year with members of the family all staying in the main house and vacant surrounding properties.To relieve the number of people staying in the house itself, royals such as the Prince and Princess of Wales are likely to stay at their nearby home of Anmer Hall with their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis.Thought to be their favourite property, Anmer Hall was a wedding gift to the couple from the late Queen and is located on the Sandringham Estate in Norfolk. Anmer Hall is an 18th century red-brick home situated in the village of Anmer in Norfolk, England.

Christmas Eve weekend is here and it looks to be starting out with characteristically Mancunian weather as the festivities begin. Here is the weather forecast for the weekend, and the weather expected to roll in on Christmas Day and Boxing Day over Greater Manchester.

Vogue Williams and Spencer Matthews have moved into their luxurious new home in Dublin after selling their London mansion. The model, 38, who hails from Ireland and former Made in Chelsea star, 35 made the big move with their three young children Theodore, five, Gigi, three, and Otto, 19 months.The parents were spotted unpacking their furniture into their new abode on Wednesday, 20 December. They have since shared some glimpses inside their lavish pad with two stylish living areas, fireplaces and plush interiors.