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Festive tales from young people across Scotland, featuring stories about an evil elf on the shelf, a deep-fried Christmas dinner, and vegan crackers

Carole Baxter finds out why poinsettias are associated with the festive season, while Jean Johansson finds out how to make hand-painted and personalised glasses

The wildlife cameraman takes a camel ride across Mongolia's Gobi desert to discover how these animals have adapted to survive in extreme environments

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Richard embarks on a journey to gather together some of Ken's nearest and dearest for his surprise 75th birthday party. Comedy, starring Gregor Fisher and Greg McHugh

Beth and Eric's plans for a quiet festive feast are thwarted when Cathy and Colin's flight to the French Alps is cancelled, and Christine also turns up with her granddaughter

Aamer Anwar is torn between his workload and responsibilities as a father, while an announcement by the chief constable of Police Scotland shocks and the team