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.
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.
Discover 41-42 Cloth Fair, London's oldest surviving house built in 1597-1614. It survived the Great Fire of 1666, the Civil War, and the Blitz. Plan your visit to this hidden City of London gem.
Locals in Bromley, London, argue it's the capital's top spot, boasting 20-minute commutes, green spaces, and affordability, despite being outside the viral 'London Banana' zone. Discover why they love it.
Atomic Kitten's Natasha Hamilton shares her family's heartwarming Christmas rituals and her special role in bringing festive spirit back to Liscard. Discover her 'anchor of the season'.
Discover the incredible story of 41-42 Cloth Fair, London's oldest surviving house. Built in 1597, it withstood the Great Fire, Civil War, and the Blitz. Read its full history here.
Discover the world's weirdest festive customs, from Germany's Krampus to Japan's KFC Christmas. A global tour of unique holiday celebrations.
Stunning new aerial photographs reveal London transformed into a glittering wonderland after dark in the final days before Christmas 2025. See the capital's iconic landmarks illuminated for the holidays.
Discover the ultimate guide to festive London. From ice skating at Somerset House to carols at the Royal Albert Hall, here are 15 unmissable Christmas activities running until January 2026.
Society figure Nicky Haslam reveals his disdain for modern Christmas traditions, from festive greetings to turkey dinners. Discover his exclusive list of festive faux pas and common traits.
Hundreds of sheep herded through Nuremberg city centre in a popular annual spectacle. Discover how this tradition aids urban biodiversity and grass management.
Stacey Solomon shares her genius under-£7 hack for personalised Christmas crackers. Get inspired to create your own festive family tradition this year!
Discover the heartwarming and hilarious photo booth stories from Guardian readers across the UK. Share your own memorable moment today!
Major shift in football tradition as English clubs agree to stop holding minute's silences and armband tributes for international events unrelated to the sport.
Donald Trump's decision to remove the traditional Oval Office sign has ignited fierce debate about executive authority and constitutional norms in his new administration.
The mysterious disappearance of Donald Trump's controversial Oval Office sign has sparked speculation and debate about presidential traditions and political symbolism in the White House.
Traditional Guy Fawkes Night celebrations across Britain saw a contemporary twist as revellers targeted political figures including Keir Starmer and Donald Trump in fiery displays of protest and satire.
A viral revelation exposes the shocking reality of professional wedding crashers who infiltrate celebrations purely for the dessert, sparking nationwide debate about wedding security and social boundaries.
Explore how Latvia's enchanting capital Riga dazzles visitors with Europe's first documented Christmas tree and a spectacular open-air art exhibition that transforms the city into a winter wonderland.
The ancient art of Swiss yodelling joins UNESCO's prestigious intangible cultural heritage list, preserving Alpine traditions for future generations.
Former First Lady Michelle Obama appears to take a veiled dig at Melania Trump's White House redesign choices in her latest publication, highlighting contrasting approaches to presidential traditions.
The iconic John Lewis Christmas advert faces unprecedented criticism in 2025 as critics question whether the retail giant's festive tradition has become outdated and lost its magic.
Royal Mail faces criticism after releasing Christmas stamps featuring secular artwork, reigniting debates about religious representation in Britain's festive traditions.
The iconic River Seine, long celebrated as the backdrop for countless romantic engagements, faces a crisis as pollution warnings threaten to wash away Paris's most cherished tradition.
Sainsbury's has officially launched its highly anticipated 2025 Christmas television advertisement, featuring a nostalgic journey through British festive traditions and culinary delights that promises to capture the nation's heart.
Music icon Mariah Carey has officially declared the start of the festive season with her annual tradition, releasing a glamorous new video where she playfully crowns herself the undisputed 'Queen of Christmas'.
A devoted mother's simple act of writing daily notes in her son's lunchbox has created a beautiful family tradition that's touching hearts worldwide.
In a remarkable fusion of tradition and science, Mexican families collaborate with archaeologists to uncover centuries-old family histories through skeletal remains, blending Día de los Muertos customs with modern research.
Exclusive look at how the Trump administration celebrated Halloween 2025 with themed decorations and controversial costumes that blurred lines between politics and tradition.
Melania Trump breaks with Halloween tradition by avoiding the White House, while Jill Biden embraces festive celebrations with military families.
Step into the deadly world of Netflix's Squid Game at London's immersive experience. Our review reveals whether this £55 attraction delivers the chilling thrill of the original series or falls flat.