A mom’s clever trick for keeping kids’ Christmas tantrums at bay has been praised by parents all over the Internet. Washington-based Kristina Watts, 35, shared her novel approach on Facebook: When her daughter Emerson, three, starts demanding toys, instead of saying ‘no’ or giving in – she just asks her to pose for a photo … Read more
Boris Johnson today signalled his intention to bulldoze his political opponents at the ballot box on Thursday as he seized on comments made by a Labour frontbencher who said Jeremy Corbyn would be a security risk if he becomes prime minister. A secret recording of shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth revealed he told a Conservative … Read more
A festive fir which survived World War Two bombs and was almost lost in a house move could be Britain’s oldest tree after being put up again this year by the same family for the 99th time. Kay Ashton, 65, thought she had lost the treasured family heirloom when she downsized from her three-bedroom house … Read more
We’ve penned a Christmas travel present guide with some unique gifts for the ultimate jetsetter that cost between £18 and £320. Scroll down to browse the full list… NEXT-GENERATION NAPPING Graphene Eye Mask, £40, simbasleep.com Simba’s heated, graphene eye mask is a genius and comfortable sleep support. To turn on the warmth, plug the USB into … Read more
Office Christmas party? Here’s what NOT to do! By Wendy Douglas Published: 09:24 GMT, 10 December 2019 | Updated: 09:24 GMT, 10 December 2019 It’s that time of year again. Office Christmas party time! And whether your workplace goes all-out with a huge event that lasts all night, or it’s more of a casual affair … Read more
Homeware can make great gifts at Christmas, but you have to get it right. In general, vacuum cleaners or any cleaning devices are best avoided for risk of causing offence, while anything too basic or mundane is also usually a no-go. But if you know someone who loves spending time in the kitchen or is … Read more
From your sports fanatic husband to a friend that has everything, we reveal the must-have gifts the men in your life will LOVE this Christmas – including touchscreen gloves and a £99 temperature-control mug FEMAIL has compiled the ultimate Christmas gift guide to help you find something for the men in your life We have … Read more
Are THESE the best Christmas toys of 2019? UK fathers reveal their top picks after testing them out at home (and the winners cost as little as £6.99) Fathers from across the UK have picked their favourite toys for Christmas 2019 Each Dad spent time testing the must-haves with their little ones at home The 12 … Read more
CHRISTOPHER STEVENS reviews last night’s TV: Professor Lucy dresses up for a real ding dong merrily on high By Christopher Stevens for the Daily Mail Published: 02:13 GMT, 10 December 2019 | Updated: 02:13 GMT, 10 December 2019 Lucy Worsley’s Christmas Carol Odyssey Rating: The Case Of Sally Channen Rating: Good Queen Worsley once looked … Read more
My cold sore virus would always wait until the dead of night to launch an attack. For a day or two before, I would feel lethargic and groggy. Then, in the early hours, I would be woken by a triple whammy of burning, tingling and itching around my mouth. For the next two weeks, I … Read more
30,000 reasons to take a bough! Thousands of Mail readers flock to join tree campaign for a greener Britain The campaign, run with the Tree Council, has been backed by Boris Johnson We’ve given away thousands of saplings, hazels, oaks and even Christmas trees Since the launch readers have already planted or pledged to plant … Read more
Worzel Gummidge actress Vicki Pepperdine has explained why Aunt Sally has transformed into an uncharacteristically scary doll in the show’s Christmas reboot. The comedian, 58 – who will play the character in the series – revealed her long-time love interest Worzel (Mackenzie Crook) is left terrified of her new appearance as she’s been ‘left to rot’ … Read more
Smart toys sold by major retailers including Amazon, Argos, John Lewis and Smyths are vulnerable to HACKING and could enable a stranger to talk to a child, warns consumer watchdog Which? calls for smart toy ban until they pass basic security measures Consumer group exposes security flaws in smart toys before Christmas Walkie talkies could allow … Read more