U2's Bono joined Imelda May and Glen Hansard for the 15th annual Grafton Street Christmas Eve busk, raising vital funds for the Dublin Simon Community to fight homelessness. Read about the star-studded festive event.
U2's Bono joined Glen Hansard and Imelda May for a rousing Christmas Eve busking session in Dublin, raising vital funds for the homeless. Read about the star-studded 15th anniversary event.
U2's Bono joined Imelda May and Glen Hansard for the 15th annual Christmas Eve busking session in Dublin, raising vital funds for the homeless. Watch the highlights and see how the community came together.
Newark Airport faces ground delays as thousands of flights are postponed across the US on Christmas Eve, causing travel chaos for passengers rushing home for the holidays. Read the latest updates.
How a child's misdialled call in 1955 sparked a global Christmas tradition. NORAD now uses military tech to track Santa for hundreds of thousands of children.
A young woman has been killed in a horrific crash on the M2 in Kent on Christmas Eve. The westbound carriageway is closed. Follow for live updates.
Major traffic chaos on the M6 northbound after a serious collision forces closure between J32 and J33. Emergency services are on the scene. Get the latest travel updates here.
A serious crash has closed the M2 in Kent westbound, causing major delays on one of the year's busiest travel days. Get the latest traffic updates and alternative route advice here.
Apocalyptic storms sweep Southern California on Christmas Eve, with up to 8 inches of rain, flash floods, and mudslides. Officials urge travellers to reconsider plans.
Police Scotland have sealed off part of Queen's Park in Glasgow following a reported serious sexual assault in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Enquiries are ongoing.
Great Western Railway services disrupted and M27 closed for days, as RAC warns of 4.2 million car trips. Get the latest festive travel advice and diversion routes here.
A man's body was discovered on a street in Witham, Essex, on Christmas Eve morning. Essex Police have launched an investigation following the tragic find.
Shopper footfall across UK high streets and retail parks surged on Christmas Eve, rising 2.4% year-on-year. Discover the regional data and what it means for retailers.
Hundreds of festive swimmers plunged into icy UK waters for charity on Christmas Eve, despite a cold health alert and temperatures set to drop to -5°C. Read about the brave dippers and the weather warnings in place.
The Powerball lottery jackpot hits a staggering $1.7 billion for the Christmas Eve draw, the fourth-largest prize in US history. Discover the cash value and how to play.
Great Western Railway warns of major disruption on Christmas Eve due to train crew shortages. Key routes to Gatwick Airport affected, with heavy road traffic and M27 closure adding to travel woes.
From charity swims in Northern Ireland to protests in Gaza, see how the world marked Christmas Eve 2025. Explore the day's most powerful images and stories.
Madison Richardson, 13, tragically died after emergency services were called to an address in Greater Manchester. A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of harassment.
Watch the NORAD Santa Tracker live as Father Christmas begins his 2025 journey from Finnish Lapland. Follow the festive flight, powered by a 70-year tradition born from a wrong number.
Prince William and Prince Harry's beloved Christmas Eve football match at Sandringham, a festive staple for years, came to a poignant end. Discover the story behind the tradition and its recent revival with a new royal player.
A residential area in Whitlam, Canberra, was placed under police lockdown on Christmas Eve after reports of a man with a firearm. Residents told to stay indoors.
A man and his pet dog have died in a devastating house fire in Glenrothes, Fife, in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
Live updates and team news as Burkina Faso take on Equatorial Guinea in a crucial Africa Cup of Nations Group E fixture. Kick-off is at 12.30pm GMT. Follow the action.
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.
Father Christmas has embarked on his epic global gift delivery. Use the official NORAD Santa Tracker with live updates, radar, and satellite tech to follow his sleigh in real-time this Christmas Eve.
Millions face severe congestion on roads, railways, and at airports this Christmas Eve. The M25 is a major hotspot, with Heathrow expecting its busiest festive season ever. Plan your journey now.
The critically acclaimed film 'Mrs Harris Goes to Paris', starring Lesley Manville, airs on Film 4 at 9pm on Christmas Eve. This heartwarming period drama boasts a 94% Rotten Tomatoes score. Don't miss it!
The iconic 1987 sci-fi action film RoboCop, hailed as 'pure perfection', airs on ITV4 at 9.50pm this Christmas Eve. Discover why this Paul Verhoeven masterpiece remains a cinematic landmark.
Don't miss the beloved 2003 festive rom-com 'Love Actually' on ITV1 this Christmas Eve at 9.10pm. Featuring an all-star British cast, it's the perfect holiday viewing.
Your essential guide to Christmas Eve TV, featuring Mark Gatiss's chilling ghost story with Joanna Lumley, a chaotic sewing special, and Bob Mortimer's festive fishing. Plan your viewing now.