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  The value of a name

The value of a name

There is definitely some festive cheer to be had if you are lucky enough to live on a road, street, close or avenue that contains a highly desirable festive name. For, according to the latest research published this... read more »

  Oh, what a night…

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

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 »

  Oh là là. This car’s special

Oh là là. This car's special

The V60 gets better – and that's why I am writing a second review of this ace motor. In my opinion, no other estate car is as handsome as this. And in Polestar Engineered guise, the Volvo... read more »

  The many faces of Christmas

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 »

  The greatest story rarely told

The greatest story rarely told

I am sure many of us will be sitting down to watch one, two or more of the many iconic festive films that broadcasters will be offering up during the Christmas period. The likes of It’s A Wonderful... read more »

  Ho, no: Santa crisis looms

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 »

  I’ve hit the bullseye

I've hit the bullseye

What does a boy do in-between football and dinner for a few minutes on a cold Saturday evening? That's right, if you are of a certain age, you find yourself sitting in front of the telly watching... read more »

  Report offers churches hope

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 »

  The odds are against you

The odds are against you

If you are anything like me, your mind and faith are funny old things – working in ways you cannot control. Take last night, for instance. I had enjoyed an animated conversation with a good friend of mine, whose... read more »