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Oh, what a night...
'Twas a few nights before Christmas. All through the house, not a creature was stirring – apart from some of the country's political elite who were downing a dram of the Famous Grouse. Yes, that's right, whilst the... read more »
Top 'smellies' revealed
Most people born in the 1970s and 80s will have vivid memories of being bombarded with aftershave adverts on the telly at Christmas (some things never change). If it wasn't former boxer, Henry Cooper, popping onto the screen, trying to flog us the virtues of... read more »
The many faces of Christmas
There is no denying it, Christmas is one of the happiest times of the year. It’s magical; the idea that a man, travelling around the world in one night, can deliver presents to everyone! Excitement, festive activities and a sense of anticipation of what Father... read more »
Ho, no: Santa crisis looms
Forget your festive worries about finding a Turkey or getting the present the kids desperately want that is in short supply, for an even bigger crisis could be about to hit our shores – there may not be enough Santas to go around this... read more »
Report offers churches hope
While UK churches have endured unprecedented challenges and difficulties during the last two years, a new report has revealed there are significant reasons for Christians to remain hopeful and confident in the face of the Covid pandemic. The Evangelical Alliance's third Changing Church Report – revealing... read more »
All systems are 'Mo'...
So, here we are in the final few days of November – or 'Movember' as it is often referred to; a month known for Guy Fawkes, reduced daylight hours – and the abundant growth of moustaches by millions of men. If the truth is known,... read more »
All hail the male...
So, today is the day we celebrate all things male as it is officially International Men's Day. Yep, believe it or not, there is such a day on the calendar – and quite right too! There are many reasons to hail the maleness in our world... read more »
Revealed: the greatest goals
Ask a hundred football fans what their favourite goal of all time is, and you’re likely to get a hundred different answers! Narrowing down the world’s best player is difficult enough, so deciding on a single, greatest goal of all time might seem to be... read more »
Every picture tells a story
As hundreds of visitors prepare to flock to the Lake District for this weekend's Kendal Mountain Festival – one church in the picturesque northern town is getting ready to make scores of photographers feel very welcome, writes Val Fraser. On Sunday 21 November, the Gateway... read more »
Fogle's inspiring quest...
The BBC series Scotland’s Sacred Islands is so much more than a travel programme. It’s an adventure; a mighty quest! Like all the best heroes in all the best stories, Ben Fogle undertakes a challenging physical journey only... read more »