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Viral moments of 2023: From a giant baked bean to a seal pup at a kebab shop

Viral moments of 2023: From a giant baked bean to a seal pup at a kebab shop

Viral moments of 2023: From a giant baked bean to a seal pup at a kebab shop

25 December 2023

Here is a run down of all the viral moments of 2023.


‘Free’ was the most searched-for term on Gumtree in January this year

‘Free’ was the most searched-for term on Gumtree in January this year

‘Free’ was the most searched-for term on Gumtree in January this year

25 December 2023

As well as looking for free items, there were also signs that people were looking to give their home a makeover this year.


Voters will only make final decision closer to general election, says Ross

Voters will only make final decision closer to general election, says Ross

Voters will only make final decision closer to general election, says Ross

25 December 2023

The Scottish Conservative leader said he will ‘do everything I can’ to ensure Rishi Sunak remains Prime Minister.


Archbishop of Canterbury to use Christmas Day sermon to highlight Gaza suffering

Archbishop of Canterbury to use Christmas Day sermon to highlight Gaza suffering

Archbishop of Canterbury to use Christmas Day sermon to highlight Gaza suffering

25 December 2023

The Archbishop will reflect on the plight of newborns in Gazan hospitals without electricity.


Animals causing record numbers of car breakdowns

Animals causing record numbers of car breakdowns

Animals causing record numbers of car breakdowns

25 December 2023

Drivers are being warned that rodents can be attracted to vehicles left unused for long periods or with food inside or nearby.


One in six planning to ‘resell unwanted Christmas gifts’

One in six planning to ‘resell unwanted Christmas gifts’

One in six planning to ‘resell unwanted Christmas gifts’

25 December 2023

Unwanted clothes, shoes and accessories, children’s toys and games and beauty products are the items most likely to be listed, according to Barclays.


Renewed hope for renewable energy at end of rollercoaster year

Renewed hope for renewable energy at end of rollercoaster year

Renewed hope for renewable energy at end of rollercoaster year

25 December 2023

The clean energy sector faced several setbacks over the course of a turbulent 2023.


Camilla labelled Charles’s ‘rock’ by the Queen’s sister

Camilla labelled Charles’s ‘rock’ by the Queen’s sister

Camilla labelled Charles’s ‘rock’ by the Queen’s sister

25 December 2023

Annabel Elliot makes the comments during a BBC documentary about the King to be screened on Boxing Day at 6.50pm on BBC One.


Estimated number of ‘London leavers’ slumps to nine-year low in 2023

Estimated number of ‘London leavers’ slumps to nine-year low in 2023

Estimated number of ‘London leavers’ slumps to nine-year low in 2023

25 December 2023

The number of homes bought by Londoners outside the capital fell to 69,190 in 2023 according to estate agent Hamptons, the lowest figure since 2014.


Four types of cheese recalled after possible E. coli contamination

Four types of cheese recalled after possible E. coli contamination

Four types of cheese recalled after possible E. coli contamination

25 December 2023

The Food Standards Agency announced the recall on Christmas Eve.


Parts of UK set for warmest Christmas Day in almost a decade

Parts of UK set for warmest Christmas Day in almost a decade

Parts of UK set for warmest Christmas Day in almost a decade

25 December 2023

Dreams of a White Christmas have been shattered for most of the country.


Warning issued over pouring turkey fat down sink at Christmas

Warning issued over pouring turkey fat down sink at Christmas

Warning issued over pouring turkey fat down sink at Christmas

25 December 2023

Water UK has issued a warning to families to dispose of cooking fats, oils and greases responsibly to avoid blocked pipes.


King and Queen to celebrate Christmas Day with family at Sandringham

King and Queen to celebrate Christmas Day with family at Sandringham

King and Queen to celebrate Christmas Day with family at Sandringham

25 December 2023

The private Norfolk estate will once again host the traditional royal festivities.


Murder investigation launched after death of 23-year-old man

Murder investigation launched after death of 23-year-old man

Murder investigation launched after death of 23-year-old man

24 December 2023

Police arrested a 23-year-old man on suspicion of murder.


Puppy with missing paw abandoned in carrier bag in car park on Christmas Eve

Puppy with missing paw abandoned in carrier bag in car park on Christmas Eve

Puppy with missing paw abandoned in carrier bag in car park on Christmas Eve

24 December 2023

The pup, who is missing his paw and part of his rear leg, has been named Buddy by rescuers.


Family of parent and 15-year-old son killed in car crash pay tribute

Family of parent and 15-year-old son killed in car crash pay tribute

Family of parent and 15-year-old son killed in car crash pay tribute

24 December 2023

A 13-year-old child suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital.


Number of Christmas Eve shoppers remains at least a third lower than 2019

Number of Christmas Eve shoppers remains at least a third lower than 2019

Number of Christmas Eve shoppers remains at least a third lower than 2019

24 December 2023

Footfall across all UK retail destinations up to 5pm on Sunday was 6.8% lower than last week.


Universal exploring potential UK theme park after buying land

Universal exploring potential UK theme park after buying land

Universal exploring potential UK theme park after buying land

24 December 2023

The film giant has written to residents.


UK sees warmest Christmas Eve in more than 20 years after temperatures hit 15C

UK sees warmest Christmas Eve in more than 20 years after temperatures hit 15C

UK sees warmest Christmas Eve in more than 20 years after temperatures hit 15C

24 December 2023

It was the hottest December 24 since 1997.


Yousaf’s family in Gaza facing ‘indescribable’ festive period amid war

Yousaf’s family in Gaza facing ‘indescribable’ festive period amid war

Yousaf’s family in Gaza facing ‘indescribable’ festive period amid war

24 December 2023

The First Minister’s brother-in-law remains in the region alongside his family.


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