Brits ditch NYE parties, call night 'overrated'
A new survey reveals 60% of UK adults find New Year's Eve overhyped, with 72% preferring a cosy night in. Discover why staying home is the new celebration trend.
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Amber Cold Health Alert Issued as UK Temperatures Plunge
The UKHSA warns of a dangerous cold snap starting New Year's Day 2026, with amber alerts for northern England. Temperatures could drop to -7°C, posing severe health risks. Check on vulnerable neighbours.
Amber cold health alert issued as UK faces icy 2026 start
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with an amber cold health alert. Temperatures could plunge to -7°C, posing severe risks to vulnerable people. Check on neighbours and prepare for wintry hazards.
UK New Year's Eve Fireworks Laws: Key Timings & Rules
Planning a home display for New Year's Eve? Know the crucial UK laws on when you can legally set off fireworks to avoid unlimited fines or prison. Read the full guide.
UK New Year Snow Risk as Temperatures Set to Plummet
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with temperatures dropping below zero. Met Office warns of wintry hazards as cold air arrives. Get the full forecast.
London's NYE Fireworks: Public Warned of 'Terrible' Views
Thousands flock to London bridges for a free view of the New Year's Eve fireworks, only to be disappointed. Officials urge the public to watch the BBC coverage or attend official areas instead.
UK Supermarket Opening Hours for New Year's Eve and Day
Plan your last-minute shopping with our guide to UK supermarket opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. Find times for Tesco, Asda, Sainsbury's, Aldi, Lidl and more.
2026 New Year's glasses design baffles social media
Novelty glasses for 2026 have gone viral for all the wrong reasons, with a confusing layout that reads '20260'. Discover why this year's design has caused such an uproar online.
Luxury UK homes unsold for up to seven years
Despite a UK housing shortage, 11 luxury properties, including a £25m London mansion, have failed to sell for years. Discover why opulence isn't always a guarantee.
UK Supermarket Opening Hours for Christmas 2025
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours over Christmas and New Year. Find out which stores are open on Boxing Day and New Year's Eve.
M2 Crash Closes Motorway on Busy Christmas Eve
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.
UK Christmas Eve shopper numbers up 2.4% year-on-year
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.
Festive swimmers brave freezing seas on Christmas Eve
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.
Christmas 2025 Supermarket Opening Hours Guide
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.
UK's busiest Christmas Eve getaway sparks travel chaos
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.
New Year's Eve Snow Forecast: UK Braces for -6C Chill
The UK faces a dramatic New Year's Eve shift as weather maps predict blizzards and a biting -6C wind chill. Discover the latest Met Office forecast and which regions will be hit hardest.
Nursery Workers' Christmas Dread Over Food Costs
A nursery assistant reveals her dread of Christmas due to the cost of living crisis, as a poll shows 40% of early years staff fear affording food. Discover the sector's struggle.
Rare 30% off Charlotte Tilbury's cult setting spray kit
Beauty fans are rushing to buy a rare discount on Charlotte Tilbury's Airbrush Flawless kit, now £33.60. Get the primer and setting spray duo for a flawless New Year's Eve look.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
New Year Snowstorm to Hit UK, 14cm Forecast for North
The UK faces up to 14cm of snow on New Year's Day, with northern England hardest hit. Only the south west of England and Wales are set to escape the major flurries. Read the full forecast.
Best New Year's Eve Outfits for 2026 Celebrations
Discover the perfect New Year's Eve outfits for 2026, whether you're hitting the pub, hosting a house party or cosying up at home. Our style guide has looks for every plan.
Arctic Blast to Bring -6C to UK on New Year's Eve
New weather maps reveal a severe Arctic blast will hit the UK on December 31, with temperatures plunging to at least -6C in 16 major cities. Brace for a freezing start to 2026.
18 Last-Minute UK Christmas Gifts Still Available
Forgotten a present? Don't panic. From museum memberships to wine subscriptions, here are 18 thoughtful last-minute Christmas gifts you can still buy online for delivery across the UK.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
Terry Gilliam celebrates 50 years in film
Monty Python legend and visionary director Terry Gilliam reflects on his half-century in cinema in a special Guardian Live event. Watch the full interview now.
Ex-Marine Arrested in US Terror Plot Linked to LA Attack
A fifth suspect, a former US Marine and police officer, is charged in a terror plot targeting Los Angeles on New Year's Eve. Read the latest on the alleged Turtle Island Liberation Front cell.
Met Police 999 call centre staff strike over pay on NYE
175 Metropolitan Police call centre staff will strike for 25 hours on New Year's Eve, causing major delays to emergency responses in a dispute over pay. Learn the full impact.
Sam Kerr shops for wedding outfit just 15 days before ceremony
Matildas star Sam Kerr reveals pre-wedding jitters, shopping for her outfit just days before marrying Kristie Mewis in Perth. Get the latest on their big day plans.
Four arrested in foiled California terror plot
US federal officials have charged four suspects for allegedly planning to bomb multiple sites in Southern California on New Year's Eve. Read the full details of the disrupted plot.
NYE Met Police strike over pay threatens emergency delays
Metropolitan Police staff will strike for 25 hours on New Year's Eve, risking emergency call delays. Unite union warns of disruption during London's busiest night. Read the full story.
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