UK's 2026 New Year's Day Swim: Hundreds Take Icy Plunge
Hundreds across the UK braved freezing seas for the 100-year-old New Year's Day swim tradition. See pictures and read why some events were cancelled due to dangerous conditions.
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UK's New Year's Day Swim Sees Hundreds Take Icy Dip
Hundreds of swimmers across the UK braved freezing seas for the annual New Year's Day swim, a century-old tradition. See pictures and locations from Southend to Scotland.
New Year's Day sea swims take place across Ireland
Scores of hardy swimmers braved chilly waters for New Year's Day dips across Ireland, from Antrim to Cork, raising money for charity and community causes. Read about the frosty tradition.
New Year's Day sea swims across Ireland for charity
Scores of people braved the cold to take part in traditional New Year's Day sea swims across Ireland, raising funds for local causes. Read about the chilly celebrations.
UK Swimmers Brave the Cold for New Year's Day Tradition
Revellers across the UK and Ireland took a bracing plunge into the sea on New Year's Day 2026. See the photos and read about the chilly charity tradition.
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.
Sydney's New Year's Eve 2026 Fireworks Light Up the Harbour
Sydney Harbour Bridge erupted in a breathtaking pyrotechnic display to welcome 2026. Watch the stunning video showcasing Australia's iconic New Year's Eve celebrations.
2026's Major Sporting Events: Your Complete Guide
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.
2026 Sporting Calendar: Major Events & Dates
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.
Dubai's Burj Khalifa fireworks ring in 2026
Dubai celebrated New Year 2026 with a stunning fireworks and light show at the Burj Khalifa. See how the UAE and other nations marked the occasion.
New Year 2026 Celebrations Around the World in Pictures
See spectacular images as revellers worldwide welcomed 2026 with fireworks over Sydney Harbour, Taipei 101, and celebrations from Tokyo temples to the Great Wall. Explore the global festivities.
10 Unusual New Year's Eve Superstitions for 2026
Discover 10 unique global superstitions to perform at midnight on New Year's Eve to attract luck, love, and prosperity for 2026. From polka dots to pomegranates, try these fun traditions.
Find a Penny on New Year's Day for Luck in 2026
Psychic Inbaal Honigman reveals spotting a penny on January 1st heralds a lucky 2026. Discover how to create your own fortune if you don't find one.
Find a penny on New Year's Day for a lucky 2026
A psychic reveals spotting a penny on New Year's Day heralds good fortune for 2026. Discover how to create your own luck and why resolutions may be harmful.
Safety warning for New Year's Day sea swimmers in UK
Coastal authorities across Britain issue urgent safety advice for festive sea dippers. Learn the essential cold water risks and how to stay safe for your New Year's swim.
RNLI Warning After Christmas Day Swimmers Disappear
The RNLI warns of cold water shock risks after two men went missing in Devon. Essential safety advice for New Year's open water swimmers revealed.
Danni Menzies' freezing Boxing Day swim in Scottish loch
Former A Place in the Sun presenter Danni Menzies stuns fans with a festive wild swim in a freezing Scottish loch. The 37-year-old braved the icy waters in just a red bikini and Santa hat.
Danni Menzies' icy Boxing Day swim in Scottish loch
Former A Place in the Sun presenter Danni Menzies stuns fans with a festive wild swim in a freezing Scottish loch. The 37-year-old braved the icy waters in a red bikini and Santa hat.
2026 Bank Holidays: Full List and Date Changes
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 reveals three 2026 predictions
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.
Christmas Day swim hero missing in Devon sea rescue
Matthew Upham, 63, vanished after entering the sea at Budleigh Salterton to help a woman in distress. The community mourns a 'true hero' lost in a place he loved.
Man missing after Christmas Day sea rescue in Devon
Matthew Upham, 63, vanished after entering the sea to help a woman in distress during a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. The community mourns a 'true hero'.
2026 Predictions: Royal Baby, Financial Crash & AI
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.
Kate Bush friend missing after Christmas Day sea swim
Singer Kate Bush pays tribute to missing friend Matthew Upham, 63, after a Christmas Day swimming incident in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services stood down search.
Kate Bush pays tribute to friend lost in Christmas swim
Singer Kate Bush mourns her 'dearest friend' Matthew Upham, feared drowned after trying to save a woman during a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Read the full tribute.
Kate Bush pays tribute to friend missing in Devon swim
Kate Bush reveals her 'heartbreak' after a close friend vanished during a Christmas Day swim in stormy Devon seas. Read the full tribute and details of the search.
2026 Cosmic Calendar: Eclipses, Supermoons, and Missions
Discover the 2026 cosmic calendar: a total solar eclipse over the Arctic, robotic moon landings, supermoons, and the fading interstellar comet 3I/Atlas. Your guide to next year's celestial wonders.
Missing Devon swimmer tried to save woman on Christmas Day
Matthew Upham, 63, is missing after a huge wave dragged him under as he tried to rescue a woman during a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Read the full story of the tragedy.
Antiques dealer missing after Christmas swim rescue attempt
Matthew Upham, 63, is feared drowned after being swept away while trying to save a woman during a festive swim in Budleigh Salterton. Read the full story of his selfless act.
Two men missing after Christmas Day swim in stormy Devon sea
Matthew Upham, 63, and another man remain missing after a Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton turned dangerous. Family and friends pay tribute as authorities issue warnings.
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