Edinburgh's iconic Hogmanay festival is set to proceed with a four-day celebration, welcoming tens of thousands after last year's disappointment. Discover the full programme and travel advice.
Lagos's Detty December festival generates millions for tourism but soaring costs and security warnings cast a shadow over Africa's biggest street party. Discover the economic impact and challenges.
Spain's former King Juan Carlos I has spoken for the first time about accidentally shooting his brother in 1956, offering a new account in his memoir 'Reconciliation'.
Reading and Leeds Festivals 2026 announce a historic, all-British and Irish headline bill. Charli XCX, Dave, RAYE and more to top the iconic dual-site event. Tickets on sale this week.
Reading and Leeds Festivals announce 2026 headliners including Charli XCX and Dave, but fans express disappointment over the lack of rock and metal acts. More acts to be added.
Reading and Leeds Festival 2026 announces its first six headliners, marking a historic all British and Irish line-up. Dave, Raye, and Charli XCX lead the bill. Get the full details.
As Spain confronts historical amnesia about Franco's murderous regime, new research shows troubling support among youth. Discover why education about dictatorship matters now.
Spain's top prosecutor, Álvaro García Ortiz, is banned for two years after a guilty verdict for leaking confidential information. Explore the political fallout for PM Pedro Sánchez.
Discover how 30,000 Brits, including 9,000 visitors, brought a splash of colour to Benidorm for the city's legendary fancy dress parade. See the incredible costumes and join the fun!
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
Former Spanish monarch Juan Carlos reveals tragic childhood accident that claimed his brother's life in newly published letter, sending shockwaves through European royalty.
Discover how grassroots festivals celebrating local music, food and traditions are reversing depopulation trends and revitalising communities across Calabria, Italy's beautiful southern region.
Breathtaking photographs reveal Thailand's ancient lantern festivals transforming night skies into rivers of light as thousands celebrate renewal and hope.
The disgraced former monarch's controversial memoir details his admiration for the fascist dictator Francisco Franco while addressing his financial scandals and abdication.
Stunning visual journey captures the intersection of celestial phenomena and cultural traditions as the Beaver Supermoon shines over diverse global celebrations and daily life moments.
As corruption investigations engulf his wife and inner circle, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez faces his most severe political crisis yet. This in-depth analysis examines whether his fragile government can withstand the judicial storm.
Exclusive investigation reveals fake deaths, manufactured wars and woke scams tearing apart the seemingly peaceful world of British yarn dyers and knitting festivals.
The wait is finally over! Capital FM has unveiled the star-studded lineup for Jingle Bell Ball 2025, featuring today's biggest pop sensations and legendary acts ready to transform London's O2 Arena into a winter wonderland.
Traditional Sinterklaas celebrations in Rhinebeck and beyond could be cancelled as Dutch organisers struggle with soaring costs from Trump's aluminium and steel tariffs, putting festive traditions at risk.
The New South Wales government has failed to deliver on its promise to remove sniffer dogs from music festivals, leaving strip search policies unchanged despite previous commitments.
A fascinating linguistic phenomenon is sweeping through Los Angeles as TikTok fuels the mainstream adoption of Mexican Spanish slang among diverse communities, reshaping how Angelenos communicate.
Grammy-winning superstar Rosalía delivered an electrifying impromptu performance in Madrid's bustling Sol square, treating fans to hits from her acclaimed Motomami album in a spontaneous street spectacle.
Frustrated residents in a Spanish village create homemade road signs in English to stop foreign HGV drivers from getting stuck on their narrow streets after official pleas for help went unanswered.
Discover why attending gigs, festivals, and clubs solo is becoming Britain's latest cultural phenomenon, offering unexpected freedom and deeper musical connections.
Australian cities transform into vibrant hubs of cultural celebration as Diwali 2025 breaks participation records, featuring spectacular light displays, traditional performances, and community feasts across the nation.
Discover everything about Diwali - from its spiritual meaning to spectacular celebrations happening in UK cities. Learn how British communities mark this vibrant festival.
As Ayodhya celebrated Diwali with a world-record 2.2 million lamps, Delhi faced a severe air quality emergency, highlighting India's environmental challenges during festival season.
A Bristol-based startup has designed the world's first portable female urinal system, cutting waiting times by 75% and transforming the festival experience for women across the UK.
Madrid's bustling streets witnessed an extraordinary spectacle as nearly 1,000 sheep paraded through the city centre, continuing a 700-year-old tradition that sees shepherds exercise their ancient grazing rights.
A British family's dream of owning a sun-drenched Spanish villa turned into a devastating reality when construction flaws left them homeless and facing financial ruin. Discover their cautionary tale of overseas property investment gone terribly wrong.