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Our life-raft FRIENDS

Two women explain the truly special people who’ve helped them in their hour of need

My husband has NEVER bought me a CHRISTMAS PRESENT

It’s a statement guaranteed to raise questions – and eyebrows. Here, one woman tells how there is never anything for her under the tree

Mending a FAMILY RIFT

For writer Tess Stimson, there’s been one very special thing to have come out of 2020

Johnny's star has fallen

It’s time we took a long, hard look at who our heroes really are

DON'T TELL ME I CAN'T… put my tree up in November

Nothing can stop Amanda White getting into the festive spirit early

‘Christmas Will Be Strange This Year'

TV presenter Ruth Langsford on staying positive, despite this year’s Yuletide being tougher than ever

Jen's Hopes For Christmas With Brad Crushed

As Brad grows closer to new girlfriend Nicole, Jen’s got the message loud and clear

Don't Tell Me I Can't... Give The Gift Of Christmas

Felicia Boshorin simply couldn’t bear to see children going without

Lonely This Christmas?

The duke and duchess’ Californian celebration will be a world away from the usual family festivities

The dazzling ways WE MAKE MONEY

Two women tell us why they injected more colour into their lives – and bank accounts

The picture that means SO MUCH

Harmail Bains will never forget her beloved husky Savannah

Squeeze in MORE FLAVOUR

A simple and easy way to enhance your cooking

Girl POWER!

As the Spice Girls re-release their third album, Forever, on vinyl this week, we take a look at their most memorable moments

Facts about… EATING SMART AT CHRISTMAS

Sometimes, it’s how you eat that can make a huge difference when it comes to dieting and staying healthy

THIS IS MY FIRST CHRISTMAS WITH A PUPPY. WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?

A first Christmas with a new pet is a time to cherish.

‘It's just a boy IN A PINK TOP'

Emma and Matt Willis are praised for allowing their children to embrace who they are

Are you practising ENOUGH SELF-CARE?

It’s become the lockdown buzzword – and it’s time we started loving ourselves a little more

‘They're relieved TO BE AWAY FROM STUFFY TRADITIONS'

Royal biographer Duncan Larcombe thinks Harry and Meghan are happy to be in the US, starting Christmas customs of their own

7 Tips For When Christmas Finances Are Stretched

While everything else has changed this year, one thing is still rock solid and steadfast– 25 December will still be Christmas Day.

'Tis the season to be GLAMOROUS

Rosie Sweeney was determined to slim down to make her children proud

Stunning winter LANDSCAPES

Visit frosty moors, snowy pine forests and icy seas in the pale, winter light – all right here in beautiful Britain

Not just for lockdown!

If you’re thinking of a pup for Christmas, there’s plenty needing a loving home

FOCUS ON The power of MUSIC

Music has profound benefits on both the body and mind. Here’s how to feed your soul with your favourite sounds

DON'T be lonely this Christmas!

Kisses under the mistletoe, turkey buffets and knees-ups with friends may be out, but we can find seasonal merriment in other ways this year

DON'T TELL ME I CAN'T…...go booze free this party season

A festive tipple used to be a highlight for Julie Waddell – but not any more

Facts About... Foods To Beat Anaemia

Up your iron intake to reduce your risk and manage symptoms

7 Things You Didn't Know About... The Benefits Of The Great Outdoors

Here’s how to get the most from being outside

Should you take A SCREEN-TIME SABBATICAL?

Brits spend 4,866 hours a year glued to gadgets such as phones, laptops and TVs, and while it’s great at times like this to feel connected, it plays havoc on our health. Naomi Greenaway thinks she’s found the answer

New £5,000 grants to improve energy efficiency at home

Don’t miss out on financial help