Avoid bad luck on New Year's Day 2026
As 2026 begins, age-old superstitions warn against six everyday activities on January 1st to avoid misfortune. Discover what not to do for a lucky year ahead.
As 2026 begins, age-old superstitions warn against six everyday activities on January 1st to avoid misfortune. Discover what not to do for a lucky year ahead.
Manchester City are now frontrunners to sign Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo, while Brennan Johnson nears a Crystal Palace switch. Follow all the latest January transfer news and rumours.
Netflix starts 2026 with a blockbuster licensing deal, adding every James Bond film alongside Bridgerton Season 4. Discover the full list of new movies and shows.
Ditch the usual resolutions for 2026. Discover unique 31-day challenges for saving £500, finding fitness passion, and learning new skills to build lasting habits.
Ditch the usual resolutions. Discover four unique 31-day challenges for 2026 to boost savings, fitness, cooking skills, and hobbies. Start your year with achievable goals.
Kickstart your New Year's reading resolution with our curated list of the 10 best new book releases for January 2026, featuring thrilling debuts and captivating stories.
The January 2026 transfer window is now open. Get all the key dates, deadline day details, and rules for Premier League and EFL clubs as teams like Man City target new signings.
The 2026 January transfer window is now open. Get all the key dates, deadline day times for Premier League & WSL, plus the latest on Man City's move for Antoine Semenyo.
Major UK retailers slash Apple AirPods prices in the January sales. Our tech critic reveals where to find genuine savings on Pro 3, AirPods 4 and refurbished Max.
Discover the top PlayStation 5 discounts this January, with major price cuts on the PS5 Slim, PS5 Pro, and must-play games. Our expert guide finds the genuine bargains.
The coveted Dyson AirWrap hair styler has seen discounts of up to £150 in the January sales. Discover the best deals on Origin and i.d. models from Dyson, John Lewis, and Very. Shop now.
Discover the biggest price drops on ghd straighteners, stylers, and dryers this January. Our beauty expert reveals the top deals, backed by hands-on testing, to help you upgrade your haircare arsenal.
The premium Oura Ring 4 smart ring has dropped to its lowest price ever in the January sales, with £100 off. Discover expert reviews and where to buy the health-tracking wearable.
Manchester United are linked with RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande and Al-Hilal's Rúben Neves as the 2026 January transfer window opens. Get the latest Premier League rumours.
A packed 2026 sporting calendar awaits, featuring a football World Cup, Winter Olympics, Wimbledon, and historic Test matches. Discover all the key dates and storylines.
Manchester United target RB Leipzig's Yan Diomande and Rúben Neves as the 2026 January transfer window opens. Explore all the latest Premier League rumours and potential deals.
Your complete guide to the 2026 sporting year, from the Australian Open and Six Nations to the FIFA World Cup and Wimbledon. Discover key dates, defending champions, and major storylines.
New weather maps forecast significant snowfall for six English cities in the first week of January 2026, with Teesside worst hit. Get the full forecast and travel advice here.
Tom Hiddleston returns as Jonathan Pine in the BBC's acclaimed spy thriller The Night Manager for Season 2, premiering on New Year's Day 2026. Discover the plot, cast, and locations.
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
Netflix UK is set to remove beloved titles like Friends and the Harry Potter films in January 2026, sparking subscriber anger. Discover the full list of removals.
Beat the January blues with our roundup of seven affordable winter sun destinations offering 20C+ warmth. From Morocco to Barbados, discover last-minute deals.
As we welcome 2026, discover the ancient Roman revolt in Spain that forced a calendar change, moving New Year's Day from March to January. Uncover the history behind the dates.
As we prepare to welcome 2026, discover the ancient Roman political crisis that moved the start of the year from March to January 1st. Uncover the surprising history of our calendar.
The January 2026 edition of the ECHO's Liverpool FC magazine, Blood Red, is available now. Featuring an exclusive Bill Shankly interview, tactical analysis, and transfer talk. Get your copy here.
Your complete guide to the 2026 bank holidays for England and Wales. Discover the eight dates, including a moved Boxing Day and early Easter. Plan your year now.
Award-winning psychic Jill M. Jackson shares three unsettling predictions for 2026, warning of economic instability, natural disasters, and global conflict. Read her full forecast and advice.
Your definitive guide to every major signing in the women's football January 2026 transfer window. Track the biggest moves across the world's top six leagues and see who strengthened their squads.
Your definitive roundup of every significant move in the January 2026 transfer window across Europe's top five leagues. Discover the deals that reshaped squads mid-season.
Old Moore's Almanac forecasts a surprise royal pregnancy, a major financial crash, and AI mishaps for 2026. Explore the full list of startling predictions for the year ahead.