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Dancing celebs and a Peep Show reunion: What’s on this Christmas and Boxing Day?

A look at some of the most anticipated TV shows of the festive period.

Showbiz|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: Dancing celebs and a Peep Show reunion: What’s on this Christmas and Boxing Day?
Supporting image for story: 130 dogs dress up for huge pooch Nativity - including cute Midlands pups dressed up as Shepherds
130 dogs dress up for huge pooch Nativity - including cute Midlands pups dressed up as Shepherds
Lifestyle|Dec 24
Supporting image for story: Date high street favourite Next will start Boxing Day sales amid 2025 change - find your local store
Date high street favourite Next will start Boxing Day sales amid 2025 change - find your local store
Entertainment|Dec 23
Supporting image for story: Santa spotted at the Banksy artwork in Birmingham
Santa spotted at the Banksy artwork in Birmingham
Lifestyle|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: I got a party makeover at a celebrity artist brand which has just launched in Birmingham with the most gorgeous lipsticks
I got a party makeover at a celebrity artist brand which has just launched in Birmingham with the most gorgeous lipsticks
Lifestyle|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: No jabs, just the joy of community: Josh’s Slimming World journey goes beyond the scales
No jabs, just the joy of community: Josh’s Slimming World journey goes beyond the scales
Your World|Dec 22
Supporting image for story: Beautiful West Midlands park ranked as one of top 10 best places for a Christmas Day walk - here’s where and why
Beautiful West Midlands park ranked as one of top 10 best places for a Christmas Day walk - here’s where and why
Lifestyle|Dec 21

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Supporting image for story: 'I started work helping my dad in a West Midlands factory now I make jewellery for footballers and TV stars - Christmas is one of my busiest times'
'I started work helping my dad in a West Midlands factory now I make jewellery for footballers and TV stars - Christmas is one of my busiest times'
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Business|Dec 20
Supporting image for story: New branch of home and garden retailer The Range has opened in Wolverhampton - here are the details
New branch of home and garden retailer The Range has opened in Wolverhampton - here are the details
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Wolverhampton|Dec 18
Supporting image for story: Ads for prescription-only weight-loss medications banned
Ads for prescription-only weight-loss medications banned
Health|Dec 17
Supporting image for story: Dubai chocolate: Warning issued over allergy risk from peanuts and sesame
Dubai chocolate: Warning issued over allergy risk from peanuts and sesame
Lifestyle|Dec 16
Supporting image for story: Renowned spa hotel near Walsall - ranked in UK top 25 - gets permission for 17,000 sq ft extension - see the impressive plans here
Renowned spa hotel near Walsall - ranked in UK top 25 - gets permission for 17,000 sq ft extension - see the impressive plans here
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Walsall|Dec 16
Supporting image for story: Five must-have spa deals from Birmingham to Shropshire - with big savings for Christmas getaways
Five must-have spa deals from Birmingham to Shropshire - with big savings for Christmas getaways
Affiliates|Dec 15
Supporting image for story: Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Lifestyle|Dec 12
Supporting image for story: 'I powered my entire West Midlands home using 500 discarded vapes. They're not as disposable as we think'
'I powered my entire West Midlands home using 500 discarded vapes. They're not as disposable as we think'
Environment|Dec 9
Supporting image for story: 'I planted a Christmas tree in my West Midlands garden in 1979 - it’s now 50ft tall and I decorate it in memory of my husband'
'I planted a Christmas tree in my West Midlands garden in 1979 - it’s now 50ft tall and I decorate it in memory of my husband'
Property|Dec 9
Supporting image for story: A music lovers paradise has popped up at the Bullring in Birmingham - what to expect at Artist Vault
A music lovers paradise has popped up at the Bullring in Birmingham - what to expect at Artist Vault
Lifestyle|Dec 9

UK News

Supporting image for story: Thousands of jobs saved as Petrofac set to be purchased
Thousands of jobs saved as Petrofac set to be purchased
UK News|Just now
Supporting image for story: Thousands turn out for Christmas morning parkruns
Thousands turn out for Christmas morning parkruns
UK News|Just now
Supporting image for story: In Pictures: Hardy swimmers and royal watchers brave cold Christmas Day
In Pictures: Hardy swimmers and royal watchers brave cold Christmas Day
UK News|2 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Immigration conversations are dividing us, says Archbishop of Canterbury-elect
Immigration conversations are dividing us, says Archbishop of Canterbury-elect
UK News|2 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Royal family walks to traditional church service on King’s Sandringham Estate
Royal family walks to traditional church service on King’s Sandringham Estate
UK News|2 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Wind and cold weather warnings due but no white Christmas for UK
Wind and cold weather warnings due but no white Christmas for UK
UK News|4 hours ago

Viral News

Supporting image for story: Charity busk draws hundreds to Dublin city centre
Charity busk draws hundreds to Dublin city centre
Viral news|19 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Over 200,000 portable chargers sold on Amazon recalled due to 'fire risk'
Lifestyle|Dec 12
Supporting image for story: Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Tiny figures explore Irn-Bru cans in school project assisted by top photographer
Viral news|Dec 7
Supporting image for story: 'Abso-f******-lutely' - Hilarious moment Kelly Osbourne swears live on BBC WM as she declares her support for renaming Birmingham Airport after father Ozzy
'Abso-f******-lutely' - Hilarious moment Kelly Osbourne swears live on BBC WM as she declares her support for renaming Birmingham Airport after father Ozzy
Entertainment|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: Letters to Santa represent ‘magic of Christmas’, Royal Mail elves say
Letters to Santa represent ‘magic of Christmas’, Royal Mail elves say
Viral news|Dec 3
Supporting image for story: Alex Ferguson backs campaign to fund 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students
Alex Ferguson backs campaign to fund 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students
Viral news|Nov 25

World News

Supporting image for story: Pope Leo XIV remembers Gaza’s suffering in first Christmas homily
Pope Leo XIV remembers Gaza’s suffering in first Christmas homily
World News|1 hour ago
Supporting image for story: Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi terror attack
Australia announces bravery award for heroes of Bondi terror attack
World News|7 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Full release of Epstein files may take ‘few more weeks’ despite missed deadline
Full release of Epstein files may take ‘few more weeks’ despite missed deadline
World News|18 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Zelensky open to creating demilitarised zone in Ukraine’s industrial heartland
Zelensky open to creating demilitarised zone in Ukraine’s industrial heartland
World News|19 hours ago
Supporting image for story: Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation as blast in Gaza wounds soldier
Israel accuses Hamas of ceasefire violation as blast in Gaza wounds soldier
World News|19 hours ago
Investigators sift through wreckage after fatal nursing home explosion in US
World News|20 hours ago
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