Rummaging through her festive drawer, Elaine felt sure no one would find out about her Christmas secret...

Christmas can be a really expensive time of year, but there are steps you can take to keep your costs down. Here’s how to do it… 1 CALCULATE BUDGET First, go through your finances and work out how muc

Does the thought of opening presents in front of others bring you out in a cold sweat? You’re not alone, says Samantha Wood

Volunteering your time at Christmas can feel like the best gift ever

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We’re told endlessly that Christmas is about giving – but that doesn’t mean you giving to everyone else. Let’s be honest: you’ve already done more than your fair share of invisible labour over the dec