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.
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.
Over 8,000 performers dazzled crowds in London's New Year's Day Parade, following a spectacular fireworks display watched by 100,000. Discover the highlights.
Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo were up with newborn Ziggy while stars like Amanda Holden and Elizabeth Hurley partied. See how UK celebrities welcomed 2026.
Around 100,000 people defied near-zero temperatures to watch London's spectacular New Year fireworks display over the Thames, celebrating 2025's highlights. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Protests erupt in New Delhi after a Hindu man is lynched in Bangladesh, straining relations between the neighbours. Explore the diplomatic fallout and regional implications.
As Delhi's toxic smog returns, China suggests its own playbook. Experts examine if India's democracy can copy Beijing's authoritarian clean-up. Discover the systemic lessons for lasting change.
Poland resumes Cold War-era border mining, while Miss Finland apologises for a racist gesture. Global news covers a fatal India crash, Louvre strikes, and Lithuanian arrests. Read the full briefing.
At least 13 people died and 75 were injured in a horrific multi-vehicle collision on India's Yamuna Expressway. The crash, fuelled by thick fog and severe air pollution, saw vehicles burst into flames. Read the full report on the tragedy.
Severe air pollution in Delhi grounded hundreds of flights and disrupted Lionel Messi's tour, highlighting India's ongoing environmental crisis. Discover the full impact.
Al Falah University faces closure fears after staff were linked to a deadly Delhi car blast. Students fear for their futures as investigations and media scrutiny intensify.
Opposition lawmakers in India call for a national emergency as toxic smog engulfs Delhi, posing severe health risks to 30 million residents. Read about the political outcry and public health data.
Delhi police arrest climate protesters, alleging Maoist ties as city chokes on hazardous smog. Six remanded in custody under serious national security charges.
Discover the best new online casinos in the UK for December 2025. Expert analysis reveals top picks for slots, roulette, blackjack, and the best welcome bonuses and mobile apps.
Ahmedabad organisers promise to avoid Delhi 2010 mistakes as they prepare for 2026 Commonwealth Games. Learn how India aims to deliver a successful sporting spectacle.
Delhi's air pollution crisis sparks violent protests as police arrest 23. The city remains shrouded in toxic haze for the fourth week. Read more on the escalating environmental emergency.
For nearly two months, dense winter smog has choked New Delhi, creating a severe public health crisis. Residents describe their daily struggle to breathe as government interventions fail. Discover the human impact.
Deputy Mayor Surinder Singh Bajwa died from head injuries after falling during monkey attack at his Delhi home. Calls grow for action on urban wildlife crisis.
At least nine people killed and 32 injured in accidental explosion at Nowgam police station. Officials were examining explosives linked to Delhi car bomb attack. Read the full investigation.
Indian authorities investigate Kashmir terror module after Delhi car explosion kills 13. Multiple arrests made and suspect's home demolished in security crackdown.
India's Supreme Court warns Delhi's severe air pollution could cause permanent health damage as AQI hits 425. Learn how the crisis is affecting millions and what actions are being taken.
India's Supreme Court warns Delhi's toxic air causes 'permanent damage' as AQI hits 425. Lawyers urged to work from home amid severe pollution crisis. Read the full report.
Nine people have died after a car explosion near Delhi's Red Fort. Indian authorities have detained multiple suspects in Kashmir and are investigating a potential terrorist attack.
At least eight people killed and 20 injured in a car explosion outside Delhi's historic Red Fort. Police investigate the cause as security is heightened across India.
A devastating car explosion outside Delhi's historic Red Fort has killed at least eight people and injured 20 others. The blast's origin remains unknown as investigations continue.