All news by author: Emma Mackenzie

Poinsettia plants are one of the staples of the festive season, and this 'rule of thumb' will help ensure that they last even longer in your home

Fans of Love Actually have finally realised the real reason that Rowan Atkinson spends such a long time wrapping that present in his scene in the Richard Curtis movie

One woman found herself completely shocked when she realised that for the last 15 years, her husband had been lying to her about his salary, and only found out when she put two and two together

A veterinary expert has explained that there are five main warning signs that a dog may be poised to attack you, and that these warnings can be applied to any breed

Many people find themselves suffering from bloating during the Christmas period, but this little-known Japanese trick could help banish the uncomfortable feeling for good

These fun facts about Die Hard aren't just unusual, they are totally baffling to most people, including that the blockbuster movie even has a little-known link to Frank Sinatra

This sausage and bean recipe from TV chef Gino D'Acampo is incredibly healthy and easy to make - taking only 20 minutes to cook, making it perfect for winter evenings

These Nigella Lawson parmesan shortbreads are bound to become a staple for your parties over the Christmas season, and the best part is they can be made ahead of time

The staple festive treats of candy canes have a long history that goes back centuries until they became the ones we know and love today, and how they are made is a "mesmerizing" process

What do you buy as a present for the family that has pretty much everything? The answer might surprise you because the royals are known to only exchange gag gifts at Christmas

One habit that is a staple Christmas habit for most people around the UK, is something that King Charles doesn't like much and even deems to be a pretty rude way to spend time during the festive period

The annual Christmas message from the monarch is a staple part of the festive season in the UK for many people, but not everyone realises it isn't broadcast live

Some of the things that the Royal Family is banned from doing during the festive period would probably leave most of us politely declining an invitation to our grandparent's house for Christmas

There is one strict dinnertime rule that all of the royal children are said to have to follow and it doesn't even let up for George, Charlotte and Louis over Christmas time

The late Queen Elizabeth had to completely ban her entire family from doing this activity when they got together at Christmas because it simply became 'too vicious'

Being a member of the Royal Family means that there are some strict hierarchical rules you have to abide by, that don't let up even on Christmas Day itself, no matter how much of a struggle they are to keep

The Royal Family are well known for their extravagant decorations over the Christmas season, but there is one decoration that may fill households up and down the country, but they would never be caught dead using

For Jenna Campbell, a visit to a European city that plays host to some of the world's oldest Christmas markets was an absolutely magical experience - and recommends everyone visit at least once

Before Christmas had even arrived, two brothers found themselves at odds and devolving into an 'epic screaming match' over the demand's of one of their wives for expensive gifts

Christmas pyjamas can be a cosy addition to your festive period, but experts have warned there is a grim reason you should never actually wear them while you're sleeping in bed

A man who had spent years waiting for the opportunity to surprise his wife with the absolutely perfect Christmas gift had his plans accidentally scuppered by an online retailer

There is a little-known reason why you should be at least somewhat wary of hugging small children if you're planning on wearing a Christmas jumper this festive season

These gift tags constructed by a crafty woman from old food packaging will elevate your gift-wrapping and the best part is, they won't cost you anything to make

The Royal Family is known to use unusual nicknames for each other in private and Mike Tindall has admitted he uses one in particular for Prince William

One gift expert has come forward to reveal the three things you should never give as presents to women because they could well be perceived as downright offensive