New Year 2026 Celebrated Worldwide with Spectacular Displays
Revellers across the globe welcomed 2026 with stunning fireworks and unique traditions. See how cities from Sydney to Seoul marked the occasion. Explore the global celebrations now.
Revellers across the globe welcomed 2026 with stunning fireworks and unique traditions. See how cities from Sydney to Seoul marked the occasion. Explore the global celebrations now.
MTV is shutting down its dedicated 24-hour music channels globally, marking the end of a 44-year pop culture era. Read more about the impact and reaction.
Tesco capitalises on a viral TikTok trend by selling packs of 12 grapes for singles to eat under a table at midnight on New Year's Eve, sparking debate over consumerism and the UK dating scene.
Tesco capitalises on a viral TikTok trend by selling packs of 12 grapes for singles to eat under a table at midnight on New Year's Eve, a ritual believed to attract love. The move has ignited a fierce debate on consumerism and the state of UK dating.
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 the fascinating global order of New Year's Eve celebrations, from Kiribati at 10am UK time to the last revelers. Explore how time zones and the International Date Line create a 26-hour wave of festivities.
Three people were hit by a car on a busy Bulwell road after the driver suffered a medical emergency. Get the latest breaking news updates on this developing story.
Watch the New Year 2026 fireworks live from Sydney, Tokyo, London & Paris. Our livestream brings global celebrations to you, with major events cancelled in Hong Kong and London's Primrose Hill.
Watch a global New Year's Eve 2026 livestream as fireworks light up Sydney, Tokyo, London, and Paris. Find out why London's Primrose Hill is closed and Hong Kong cancels its display.
Auckland's Sky Tower launched over 3,500 fireworks to welcome 2026. See how the UK, Sydney, and the world celebrated, and why Hong Kong's display was cancelled.
Discover the weird and wonderful New Year's Eve customs going viral, from DIY balloon drops to lemon pigs. Could these unique traditions make your celebration unforgettable?
Discover the weird and wonderful New Year's Eve customs sweeping social media, from DIY balloon drops to lemon pigs and witchy rituals. Could you adopt one 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.
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.
Discover eight unique global New Year's Eve customs, from Italy's furniture tossing to Japan's 108 bell rings. Travel experts reveal surprising rituals for a fresh start.
Discover eight of the world's most unusual New Year's Eve customs, from Ecuador's scarecrow burnings to Italy's furniture tossing. Find out how other cultures ring in the new year.
Why do we kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve? Explore the ancient Roman, Viking, and Arthurian folklore origins behind this enduring global tradition.
Why do we kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve? Explore the ancient Roman, Viking, and Arthurian folklore origins behind this enduring global tradition.
Your complete guide to Sydney's 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks, including event times, family-friendly activities, and the best vantage points to watch the iconic harbour display.
Major New Year's Eve events from Sydney to Moscow have been cancelled due to terror threats, crowd safety, and recent tragedies. Discover the full list of affected celebrations.
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.
Rita Ora stuns in NYC ahead of hosting Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve as new accounts show her profits soared to £4.8m. Discover her fashion and business empire.
Rita Ora stuns in a fur-trim coat at a New York press junket ahead of hosting Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. New accounts reveal the singer earns a staggering £13,000 daily. Read more.
Rita Ora was spotted in NYC rehearsing to host New Year's Rockin' Eve 2026. New accounts reveal her companies made a staggering £4.8m profit last year. Read the full story.
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.
Four people were killed when a helicopter crashed in a New Jersey nature reserve on Christmas Eve. The victims have been identified as the pilot and three passengers.
An 86-year-old man and a retired couple died in a head-on collision on the A489 near Church Stoke. Police believe an overtaking manoeuvre involving a tractor may be a factor. One survivor was airlifted to hospital.
A 55-year-old man was hit and killed by a car on Marine Drive, Southport, on Christmas Eve morning. His family have left heartbreaking tributes.