Major New Year's Eve events from Sydney to Moscow are cancelled due to terror threats, crowd safety, and national tragedies. Discover the full list of affected cities and the reasons behind the decisions.
Reform UK leader targets economic woes and 'fanatical' net zero in Greenwich speech, pledging to make Britain a crypto hub and restore national pride ahead of crucial 2026 elections.
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.
A 350-strong National Guard deployment begins in New Orleans for New Year's celebrations, a year after a Bourbon Street attack killed 14. Discover the enhanced security measures in place.
Warwick Davis, famed for Star Wars and Harry Potter roles, is made an OBE for services to drama and charity. Read the full story of his career and advocacy.
Harry Potter and Star Wars actor Warwick Davis appointed OBE for services to drama and charity. The honour follows his BAFTA Fellowship and recognises his decades-long career and advocacy work.
Veteran actor Warwick Davis, famed for Star Wars and Harry Potter, is appointed OBE for services to drama and charity. Read about his career and tribute to his late wife.
Ditch the January pressure. Experts suggest starting your New Year's goals now with a 'dry run' to build confidence and resilience for lasting change in 2026.
Forget New Year's resolutions. Experts propose an 'old year's resolution' using practice runs and Benjamin Franklin's method to make lasting positive changes. Start now.
Financial experts reveal five actionable strategies for UK residents to build savings, pay off debt, and achieve their money goals in the new year. Start your journey today.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across parts of Scotland from New Year's Day. Stay informed on the latest forecast and travel updates.
Aldi confirms its opening times for the New Year period, with stores closing on January 1. Find out the key hours and get the latest on Specialbuys releases.
Aldi confirms its store opening hours for New Year 2026, with a one-day closure on January 1. Plan your shop and discover the latest on Specialbuys releases.
Brits face major New Year travel chaos with widespread rail disruptions, road congestion peaks, and ferry cancellations. Here's all you need to know for your journey.
Brits face major New Year travel disruption with rail closures, road congestion and ferry cancellations. Plan your journey with our essential guide.
A new survey reveals 60% of UK adults find New Year's Eve overhyped, with 72% preferring a cosy night in. Discover why staying home is the new celebration trend.
The UKHSA warns of a dangerous cold snap starting New Year's Day 2026, with amber alerts for northern England. Temperatures could drop to -7°C, posing severe health risks. Check on vulnerable neighbours.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with an amber cold health alert. Temperatures could plunge to -7°C, posing severe risks to vulnerable people. Check on neighbours and prepare for wintry hazards.
Planning a home display for New Year's Eve? Know the crucial UK laws on when you can legally set off fireworks to avoid unlimited fines or prison. Read the full guide.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with temperatures dropping below zero. Met Office warns of wintry hazards as cold air arrives. Get the full forecast.
Discover the most stylish and comfortable pyjama sets for the new year, with prices starting from just £12. Our roundup features top buys from George at Asda, Next, and more for ultimate home comfort.
Major cities worldwide scale back New Year's Eve celebrations following FBI's foiled LA bomb plot and heightened security fears. Discover which events are affected.
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.
Network Rail engineering works and severe weather cause major disruption for UK travellers over the New Year period. Plan your journey with our essential guide.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with temperatures set to drop below 0°C. Met Office warns of potential wintry hazards. Get the full forecast for your area.
Plan your last-minute shopping with our guide to UK supermarket opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Find times for Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl and more.
Stuck with festive clutter? Discover creative UK-focused solutions for gift wrap, Christmas trees, and leftovers to reduce landfill waste and start your new year organised.
Novelty glasses for 2026 have gone viral for all the wrong reasons, with a confusing layout that reads '20260'. Discover why this year's design has caused such an uproar online.