UK rings in 2026 with spectacular fireworks displays
Thousands brave sub-zero temperatures for London's NYE fireworks as Edinburgh's Hogmanay returns. Global celebrations from Sydney to Seoul mark the start of 2026.
Thousands brave sub-zero temperatures for London's NYE fireworks as Edinburgh's Hogmanay returns. Global celebrations from Sydney to Seoul mark the start of 2026.
Ryan Seacrest shares the shocking hygiene sacrifices made by New Year's Eve crowds in Times Square. Discover the extreme measures taken for a prime view of the ball drop.
Diana Ross will headline New Year's Eve 2026 in Times Square. The star-studded lineup includes Ciara, Tones And I, and LE SSERAFIM. Tune in live from 6 p.m. ET.
The iconic Rose Parade in California braces for rare New Year's Day rain, while New York's Times Square ball drop could be the coldest in years. Get the latest forecasts and impacts.
Major London parks including Primrose Hill are locked and barricaded for New Year's Eve, sparking local fury. The Royal Parks cite public safety after last year's 30,000-strong crowd and a fatal stabbing.
A massive digital billboard in the South Pacific, dubbed 'Times Square', has ignited a fierce debate about cultural preservation versus modernisation. Discover the full story behind this controversial landmark.
Kendall Jenner showcases glamorous holiday outfits and shares intimate family Christmas celebrations before a final pre-New Year workout in Los Angeles. Discover the details.
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.
New data reveals the most hectic and least crowded days at Disneyland for 2025, with average queue times soaring to 32 minutes. Plan your 2026 trip to avoid the longest waits.
Follow live coverage as New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations sweep the globe from New Zealand to the UK, where fireworks displays will be met with chilly temperatures. See how the world rings in 2026.
Ditch the parties for a cosy night in. Discover the five top-rated New Year's Eve films, from classic rom-coms to a shocking crime epic, perfect for your 2025 viewing marathon.
Asda has confirmed its revised opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2026. Find out when your local supermarket or Asda Express will be open to stock up on essentials.
Asda has confirmed its adjusted opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2026. Find out when your local store will be open to stock up on essentials.
Plan your New Year's Eve and New Year's Day shopping with our complete guide to supermarket opening times for Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl, and more.
Thousands flock to London bridges for a free view of the New Year's Eve fireworks, only to be disappointed. Officials urge the public to watch the BBC coverage or attend official areas instead.
New York City will break a 119-year tradition with a special Independence Eve ball drop in Times Square in 2026 to launch America's 250th anniversary celebrations. Discover the plans.
Plan your festive shopping with our guide to Boxing Day and New Year opening hours for Asda, Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl, and other major UK supermarkets.
A controversial billboard in New York's Times Square declaring 'Jesus is Palestinian' has been labelled inflammatory and divisive ahead of Christmas. Read the full story on the heated debate.
Don't get caught out! Your essential guide to Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Year opening times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda, Aldi, Lidl and more. Plan your festive shop now.
UK residents planning Christmas lunches and New Year's parties are urged to check reduced bottle shop trading hours early. Major chains have confirmed shorter opening times over key holidays.
Aldi confirms festive opening hours for 2025, including early closures on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Plan your shop with our guide to avoid disappointment.
Plan your festive shop with Asda's 2025 Christmas and New Year opening times. Find out when larger stores and Express outlets are open to avoid disappointment.
Discover the perfect New Year's Eve outfits for 2026, whether you're hitting the pub, hosting a house party or cosying up at home. Our style guide has looks for every plan.
Monty Python legend and visionary director Terry Gilliam reflects on his half-century in cinema in a special Guardian Live event. Watch the full interview now.
The Guardian invites US readers to share the news stories from 2025 that brought them hope or happiness. Contribute your ray of light from a challenging year.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours from Christmas Eve to New Year's Day. Find times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, and more to avoid disappointment.
UK childcare centres will close early five times a year for compulsory staff safety training from February. Learn how this protects children from abuse.
Danny Boyle's British thriller '28 Years Later' is streaming now on Apple TV & Amazon Prime. Critics call it a masterpiece with an 89% Rotten Tomatoes score. Watch the must-see film of the year!
Kim Stephen, co-founder of Light Years restaurant, tragically dies at 40. His fiancée urges men facing mental health struggles to seek help. A legacy of creativity and community.
Patrick Galvani, 81, arrested for the 1982 murder of his wife Nancy after their daughter's four-decade quest for justice. Read the full story of this cold case breakthrough.