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The Grumpy Guide to Christmas

Tonight 10.40pm BBC Two

Tales of festive humbug from an all-star cast of scrooges. Here Ozzy Osbourne recalls a time when he was full of the Christmas spirit.

Northern Ireland News

  1. East Belfast Man found with critical injuries
  2. police officer in front of police car T-shirt is link to garage attack
  3. Ullapool harbour - pic by Jeremy Hinks/ Geograph Fisherman found in harbour named

Foyle and West Headlines

Northern Ireland Sport

  1. Football Carrick Rgs 0-0 Dungannon Swifts
  2. Ulster coach Brian McLaughlin Ulster v Munster (Fri)
  3. Stephen Kenny Kenny confirmed as Rovers manager

More Top Stories

NI Weather

Wednesday day weather

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  • Wind: W 31mph

Thursday day weather

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  • Max: 8°C
  • Min: 6°C
  • Wind: W 18mph

Friday day weather

Heavy Rain
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  • Max: 8°C
  • Min: 10°C
  • Wind: SSW 9mph

Traffic & Travel

Latest Incident

A32 Tyrone

Delays expected on Tummery Road, temporary traffic lights and roadworks between Esker Road and Drumskinny Road

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Children

Image of children's thank you card takes you to arts and crafts ideas

Be Crafty

A toy box of fab things to do to keep little hands busy.

Health

Picture of walker's feet takes you to healthy living advice

Life Changing

Plan your new year's resolutions now and commit to embracing a healthier lifestyle.

Food

Picture of bowl of guacamole takes you to quick snacks recipes

Quick Snacks

Having friends round? Tired of eating big meals? Rustle up some light delights.

Languages

Picture of female skier takes you to essential phrases in 40 languages

Handy Phrasebook

Taking to the slopes? Pack a few essential phrases.

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