# christmas (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover christmas. Page: Feed: --- ## [London cafe sells the 'UK's thickest hot chocolate' but it doesn't come cheap](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/food-drink-news/london-cafe-sells-uks-thickest-34518799) _2026-08-26 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Zahna Eklund) · My London - What's On_ A cafe in London is going viral for selling the country's 'thickest' hot chocolate, which is an indulgent treat anyone with a sweet tooth must try – but it's definitely a treat ## [Ariana Grande delays performance to asks fan for 20-second favour at London O2](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/ariana-grande-delays-performance-asks-34518657) _2026-08-26 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Paige Freshwater) · My London - What's On_ Ariana Grande fans shared their thoughts after the singer paused her London show to make an unexpected request for the crowd - and it has been captured in a now-viral video ## [Margaritas being given away at pop-up London event](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/food-drink-news/margaritas-being-given-away-pop-34518543) _2026-08-26 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Neil Shaw) · My London - What's On_ There will also be a 'Glam Bot' experience ## [Jack White's 'raucous' tribute to Dolly Parton at London concert after death of 'true icon'](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/jack-whites-raucous-tribute-dolly-34517805) _2026-08-26 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Chris Ballinger) · My London - What's On_ Dolly Parton's death was announced by her nephew Brian Seaver on Tuesday, who said sharing the news was 'an honour that is mixed with absolute pride and great sadness' ## ['We live next to David Bowie's old Bromley house - planned visitor centre will ruin our peace'](https://www.mylondon.news/news/south-london-news/we-live-next-david-bowies-34514830) _2026-08-26 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Cameron Blackshaw) · My London - What's On_ Residents of Plaistow Grove in Bromley—where Bowie spent 12 years of his early life—fear the plans to turn the music icon's home into a tourist attraction are too extensive for their street ## [What should we take away from the ADS crisis?](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338878/what-should-we-take-away-from-the-ads-crisis/) _2026-08-26 · Matthia Dempsey · Books+Publishing_ As September releases begin to reach booksellers, what have we learned from the distribution crisis at ADS? Booksellers have begun to receive stock from Alliance Distribution Services (ADS), after the distributor announced on Monday that back orders of some titles would be reaching retailers this week following a month of delays stemming from unauthorised activity \[…\] ## [Ruby Award 2026 winners announced](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338877/ruby-award-2026-winners-announced/) _2026-08-26 · Andrew Wrathall · Books+Publishing_ Romance Writers of Australia (RWA) has announced the winners of the 2026 Romantic Book of the Year Awards, known as the Ruby Awards. The winners in each category are: Historical Marie’s Merry Gentleman (Catherine Bilson & Ebony Oaten, Shenanigans Press) Long contemporary A Passionate Transaction (Amanda Kaicin, self-published) The Bad Bridesmaid (Rachael Johns, Penguin) Romantic \[…\] ## [Update on ADS distribution; SWF’s new artistic director; CBCA winners](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338756/update-on-ads-distribution-swfs-new-artistic-director-cbca-winners/) _2026-08-26 · Kate Manton · Books+Publishing_ Booksellers are expected to begin receiving backordered stock from Alliance Distribution Services (ADS) “over the coming week” after significant delays; Sydney Writers’ Festival has appointed Tamara Zimet as the new artistic director; Allen & Unwin has confirmed it has paused promotion of a children’s book series by Isaac Heeney; MARION has said that “literature funding \[…\] ## [Amplify Christmas picks](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338761/amplify-christmas-picks/) _2026-08-25 · Matthia Dempsey · Books+Publishing_ Books+Publishing recently shared publishers’ top picks for Christmas in genres from children’s picture books to illustrated nonfiction in our Christmas Preview. Here, Amplify Bookstore co-founders Jing Xuan Teo and Marina Sano share the titles they have their eyes on for the Christmas selling season. Heavensent & Hellbent Sara Jafari Atom (9780349126319) — One of Marina’s \[…\] ## [Rights round-up](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338753/rights-round-up-700/) _2026-08-25 · Matthia Dempsey · Books+Publishing_ Sales Fiction Arndell, an imprint of Keeperton, has sold Bulgarian rights to The Casanova (TL Swan) to Softpress. The Pilkington Agency has sold German rights to Pillar of Ink (Claire Benson, Allen & Unwin) to Lago, an imprint of Münchner Verlagsgesellschaft. Children’s University of Queensland Press has acquired world rights to Searching for Starwings, the second \[…\] ## [Browse ThreatCrush Modules (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IuxcY4k4XWeP) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Install community-built security modules to extend real-time threat intelligence and monitoring ## [Territory awards](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338812/territory-awards/) _2026-08-25 · Matthia Dempsey · Books+Publishing_ The Ned Kelly Awards shortlists have been announced, as have the winners of the 2026 Ruby Awards and the finalists for the NT History Book Award, the NT Literary Awards and the NT Book Awards. The countdown is on to Indigenous Literacy Day next Wednesday; in the US, HarperCollins is launching a new manga imprint; \[…\] ## [HarperCollins US to launch new manga imprint](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338808/harpercollins-us-to-launch-new-manga-imprint/) _2026-08-25 · Matthia Dempsey · Books+Publishing_ In the US, HarperCollins has announced the launch of a new manga imprint, Kazé, reports Publishers Weekly (PW). The imprint will officially launch in US autumn 2027. It is being rolled out in partnership with the existing Kazé publishers in France and Germany, which distribute manga for the European market and were acquired by HarperCollins \[…\] ## [Penguin Random House acquires two YA horror novels by Margot McGovern](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338732/penguin-random-house-acquires-two-ya-horror-novels-by-margot-mcgovern/) _2026-08-25 · Matthia Dempsey · Books+Publishing_ Penguin Random House Australia (PRH) has acquired world rights to two YA horror novels by Margot McGovern, in a deal brokered by Danielle Binks at Jacinta Dimase Management. PRH publisher Rebecca McRitchie, who acquired the novels, said: “Horror is a growing market and we’re very happy to continue publishing our award-winning local talent in this \[…\] ## [NT Literary Awards 2026 shortlists announced](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338777/nt-literary-awards-2026-shortlists-announced/) _2026-08-25 · Matthia Dempsey · Books+Publishing_ The shortlists for the 2026 NT Literary Awards have been announced. The shortlisted works in each category, chosen from 265 entries, are: Brown’s Mart Theatre Award “Lure” (Ryanna Clayton) “Finding Magnus” (William Pyke). CDU Creative Nonfiction Award “Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Park” (Roland Bull) “Looking Back on Sumner Locke Elliott’s Rusty Bugles” (Kathie Rea) \[…\] ## [Ned Kelly Awards 2026 shortlists announced](https://www.booksandpublishing.com.au/articles/2026/08/26/338702/ned-kelly-awards-2026-shortlists-announced/) _2026-08-25 · Matthia Dempsey · Books+Publishing_ The Australian Crime Writers Association has announced the 2026 Ned Kelly Awards shortlists. The shortlisted titles in each category are: Best Crime Fiction Liar’s Game (Jack Beaumont, Allen & Unwin) Lyrebird (Jane Caro, Allen & Unwin) The Other Child (Susi Fox, Penguin) Mad Mabel (Sally Hepworth, Macmillan) The Ghost Walk (Karen Herbert, Fremantle Press) Fire \[…\] ## [Huge new Taco Bell to open in North East after American chain takes Newcastle by storm](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/huge-new-taco-bell-open-34515854) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ Another Taco Bell weill open in the North East this week following on from the popularity of the Newcastle branch ## [New era for famous Newcastle pub as name changed and 'coming soon' signs spotted](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/new-era-famous-newcastle-pub-34515452) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ A pub many of us will have visited in the middle of Newcastle looks set to open its doors again with a new look and new name ## ['Get it down now!' Newcastle shop under fire for still having Bruno Guimaraes billboard outside](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/get-down-now-newcastle-shop-34514940) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ A shop in a prominent location in Newcastle is still home to a huge poster featuring ex United caption Bruno even after his move to Arsenal ## [Newcastle discount store People's Price returns in new home after Northumberland Street closure](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/newcastle-discount-store-peoples-price-34514683) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ Newcastle bargain hotspot People's Price is back in town after its closure on Northumberland Street last year ## [Village with beautiful buildings and walking routes is 3 hours from Newcastle](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/travel-tourism/village-beautiful-buildings-walking-routes-34514612) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Zahna Eklund) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ As autumn approaches, embrace the season with an enchanting walk through this gorgeous village. It has inspired some of the most famous books in the UK ## [Prime Noise-Cancelling Picks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/HuuFupsy4SVZ) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Browse Prime-eligible, 4-star-and-up noise-cancelling earbuds with fast shipping and deals ## [Notting Hill Carnival road closures confirmed - full list](https://www.mylondon.news/news/west-london-news/notting-hill-carnival-road-closures-34512314) _2026-08-25 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Rebecca McCulloch) · My London - What's On_ Millions of people are set to descend on the streets of West London over the bank holiday weekend ## [Travel enthusiast finds Europe's 'most underrated city' and it's in the North East](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/travel-tourism/travel-enthusiast-finds-europes-most-34514158) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ A tafel enthusiast who now lives in the UK has been spending time in the North East and has fallen in love with one city ## [WIN A LONDON THEATRE BREAK FOR TWO](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/subscriber-rewards/win-london-theatre-break-two-34514101) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Padma Murughappun) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ Take in a fabulous West End show and enjoy an overnight’s stay in the heart of the city ## [Majestic North East beach near 'best place to live' village named one of UK's best for dogs](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/majestic-north-east-beach-near-34512651) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Barbara Hodgson) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ Northumberland spot near historic attraction makes 2026 guide to Britain's best dog-friendly beaches ## [Hollywood star to play 'unexpected' gig in Gateshead 27 years on from huge global fame](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/hollywood-film-star-play-unexpected-34513543) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ FAns of hit late 90s movie American Pie have a chance to see one of its stars play with his band in Gateshead ## [Victorian cottage in 'perfect location' for exploring Northumberland this autumn](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/travel-tourism/victorian-cottage-perfect-location-exploring-34512664) _2026-08-25 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Catherine Addison-Swan) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ 'Lovely cottage in a quiet location, but close enough to the beach to walk to if we want to. Have stayed here twice now and I've already booked for next year' ## [A new 'team marathon' is coming to London next year - how to sign up](https://www.mylondon.news/news/east-london-news/new-team-marathon-coming-london-34506621) _2026-08-25 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Rebecca McCulloch) · My London - What's On_ Bosses said the 'festival-like' event reflects the 'social running' trend and will involve live music, DJs and street food ## [I visited London's 'least friendly' borough to see if anyone would talk to me](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/whats-on-news/visited-londons-least-friendly-borough-34509348) _2026-08-25 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Milo Boyd) · My London - What's On_ The borough has been named the least friendly place in England by the Community Life Survey – so we went to the East London borough to find out if it's really as unwelcoming as the results suggest ## ['I grew up going to festivals in Victoria Park - it's perfect for them despite what people say'](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/i-grew-up-going-festivals-34507826) _2026-08-24 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Ayokunle Oluwalana) · My London - What's On_ There is so much green space in Hackney and Tower Hamlets, and we are lucky to have a festival on our doorstep for two weeks - can we stop complaining, MyLondon reporter Ayo says ## [All Points East festival-goer filming Zara Larsson accidentally catches celebs on camera](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/points-east-festival-goer-filming-34507434) _2026-08-24 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Zahna Eklund) · My London - What's On_ An All Points East festival goer who was trying to film the crowd during Zara Larsson's set over the weekend was gobsmacked when she reviewed the footage to find two unexpected celebrities ## [Countdown to Getting Paid (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/bhWsoGZKBjnw) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Create a shareable wallet timer — deposits buy back time and pay debt down ## [The underrated East London park with giant redwoods that make you feel like you're in California](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/family-kids-news/underrated-east-london-park-giant-34493148) _2026-08-23 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Will Twigger) · My London - What's On_ It's one of London's best little-known spots ## [Massive new play area with 9 metre tower to arrive at popular North East park](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/family-kids-news/massive-new-play-area-9-34502913) _2026-08-23 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ In the same year it turned 100 a famous North East park will soon be home to a bright new play area ## [10 free and cheap things to do with kids in London over bank holiday weekend](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/family-kids-news/10-free-cheap-things-kids-34445187) _2026-08-23 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Rebecca McCulloch) · My London - What's On_ From free urban beaches to £1 miniature railways, the capital has it all ## [Hackney pub begs customers to stop annoying habit that treats the bar like a 'post office'](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/food-drink-news/hackney-pub-begs-customers-stop-34475875) _2026-08-23 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Ayokunle Oluwalana) · My London - What's On_ A London pub can slammed customers for an annoying habit - they want people to return to using the bar the way it has been 'forever' ## [I faced the EU's controversial new passport checks at one of Europe's busiest airports - here's what happened](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/travel-tourism/faced-eus-controversial-new-passport-34477304) _2026-08-23 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Olivia Sheed) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ The new system has been a tricky obstacle for travellers and airports to navigate this summer ## [Tiny Newcastle cafe earns huge reputation for serving up 'the best breakfast' in town](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/tiny-newcastle-cafe-earns-huge-34502944) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ This Newcastle cafe might be small in size but there is a massive list of people who will tell you how amazing its breakfasts are ## [North East bareknuckle boxer to headline major Newcastle show - and he's going for a knockout](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/north-east-bareknuckle-boxer-headline-34494634) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (David Huntley) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ Fighting legend Mick Terrill will headline a BKB Bare Knuckle Boxing show at the Utilita Arena ## [Long gone Newcastle restaurant whose legacy lives on thanks to 'best ever' fish and chips](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/long-gone-newcastle-restaurant-whose-34502655) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ It might be a place that only exists in people's memories now but a famous Newcastle restaurant's reputation lives on ## [Iconic Newcastle club where stars partied that 'will never be forgotten' after emotional farewell](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/iconic-newcastle-club-stars-partied-34502516) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ This month we ran a poll on CHronicleLive to find out which nightclub of the past you'd bring back and there was a clear winner ## [£1,400 up for grabs as search on for Newcastle's 'ultimate' karaoke superstar](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/1400-up-grabs-search-newcastles-34502411) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ A famous Newcastle bar is about to begin its annual search for the city's ultimate karaoke icon with big money up for grabs ## [Over 8,000 people set to try and get tickets for 5D screenings of The Grinch in Newcastle](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/over-8000-people-set-try-34502162) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ Newcastle cinema legends Eatflix are going all out for Christmas 2026 with 5D screenings of The Grinch ## [The fascinating mural telling the story of Soho and filled with hidden secrets](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/arts-culture-news/fascinating-mural-telling-story-soho-34501978) _2026-08-22 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Ian Craig) · My London - What's On_ Among the figures depicted on the mural, which has been in place for 35 years, are Mozart, William Blake, Casanova, Karl Marx, and the 'Empress of Pleasure' Teresa Cornelys ## ['Epic' Balham bar closing after 13 years as 'emotional' staff announce special weekend offer](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/whats-on-news/epic-balham-bar-closing-after-34501939) _2026-08-22 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Rafi Mauro-Benady) · My London - What's On_ A long statement has been posted on social media from the team running the bar who want to 'go out with a bang' ## [Luxury North East hotel loved by NUFC completes £50m transformation with new spa and golf course](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/luxury-north-east-hotel-loved-34501992) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ A luxury Northumberland hotel is now looking even more stunning after a £50 million transformation including a new spa ## ['Undefeated' match day pub in Newcastle set to be packed with United fans as new season begins](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/undefeated-match-day-pub-newcastle-34501872) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ A pub that has described itself as 'one hell of a hidden gem' is gearing up for a hectic Premier League season ## [McFly in Newcastle stage times and support acts for huge Leazes Park concert](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/mcfly-newcastle-stage-times-support-34501769) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Simon Duke) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ Obviously and Shine A Light legends McFly will play The park Series in Newcastle on Friday, August 28 ## ['I'm blowing dust out my nose': All Points East fans left dirty and 'coughing' at Victoria Park](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/all-points-east-dust-clothes-34500904) _2026-08-22 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Rafi Mauro-Benady) · My London - What's On_ One festivalgoer was thankful their cousin gave them a mask, while another recommends anyone attending the remaining 2026 dates to bring a bandana as a face covering ## [Music fans gobsmacked after learning true meaning behind Dua Lipa's name](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/music-nightlife-news/music-fans-gobsmacked-after-learning-34491597) _2026-08-22 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Paige Freshwater) · My London - What's On_ Singer and songwriter Dua Lipa has become one of the biggest names in pop music, but some fans are only just learning the meaning behind her unique Albanian name ## ['I visited the London restaurant serving the best pizza outside Italy and ordered off a secret menu'](https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/reviews/i-visited-london-restaurant-serving-34467719) _2026-08-22 · mylondonnewsdesk@reachplc.com (Stewart Carr) · My London - What's On_ This classy little Italian is one of the best spots to dine in Notting Hill without breaking the bank ## [Warning issued by Office for Product Safety and Standards over adult stuffed toy that 'could suffocate children'](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/news/uk-news/warning-issued-office-product-safety-34500481) _2026-08-22 · ec.news@ncjmedia.co.uk (Steven Smith) · ChronicleLive - What's On_ The Office for Product Safety and Standards has issued an alert