Global New Year 2026 Celebrations from Sydney to London
Cities worldwide, from Sydney's harbour to London's Thames, ushered in 2026 with breathtaking fireworks and joyous crowds. Discover how the planet celebrated the new year.
Cities worldwide, from Sydney's harbour to London's Thames, ushered in 2026 with breathtaking fireworks and joyous crowds. Discover how the planet celebrated the new year.
Demi Lovato showcased her dramatic 50lb weight loss transformation during a performance at Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve. The singer, 33, stunned in a sheer bodysuit while Diana Ross, 81, amazed fans with her energy.
Swedish pop star Zara Larsson delivered a show-stopping performance on Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve, wearing a glittering sequin dress. Discover all the details from the star-studded event.
Hundreds of revellers braved freezing temperatures in Birmingham for a non-existent NYE fireworks display, fooled for a second year by AI-generated online adverts. Learn how to spot misinformation.
London's Mayor hails 'greatest' NYE show as 100,000 watch Europe's largest display. See photos from Edinburgh, Manchester & global cities. Welcome 2026 with a bang!
A 19-year-old man faces charges after a reckless firecracker ignited a major bushfire near Perth on New Year's Eve, forcing evacuations and cutting power to thousands. Read the full report.
Germany's New Year celebrations erupted in violence with illegal fireworks used as weapons, leaving five dead and hundreds injured. Read the full report on the night of chaos.
London's New Year fireworks display faces backlash after the Star of David appeared absent from the Israeli flag projected on the London Eye. Mayor's office denies deliberate removal.
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.
Two young girls were hospitalised after an unauthorised New Year's Eve fireworks display in Sydney misfired into a crowd. Police made four arrests. Read the full report.
Brits planning New Year fireworks must follow strict rules on times and sales or risk a £90 on-the-spot fine. Learn the key laws for 2026 to celebrate safely.
Over 100,000 revellers flocked to London for a dazzling 12,000-firework display celebrating UK sporting triumphs and diversity. Read about the celebrations and the cold weather warnings.
New Year's Eve celebrations across Australia were marred by fireworks-related injuries, with two children among those hurt. Paramedics reported a significant spike in emergency callouts.
London's spectacular 2026 New Year fireworks lit up the Thames, but the event was overshadowed by the controversial closure of Primrose Hill, a key viewing spot. Read the full story and reaction.
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.
Ryan Seacrest shares the shocking hygiene sacrifices made by New Year's Eve crowds in Times Square. Discover the extreme measures taken for a prime view of the ball drop.
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.
Major London parks including Primrose Hill are locked and barricaded for New Year's Eve, sparking local fury. The Royal Parks cite public safety after last year's 30,000-strong crowd and a fatal stabbing.
Tens of thousands descend on London for sold-out New Year's Eve fireworks. Mayor Sadiq Khan promises a spectacular show with over 12,000 fireworks. Read more about the event and security.
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.
See spectacular images as revellers worldwide welcomed 2026 with fireworks over Sydney Harbour, Taipei 101, and celebrations from Tokyo temples to the Great Wall. Explore the global festivities.
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.
The Metropolitan Police have issued a clarification after anger over the closure of Primrose Hill for London's New Year's Eve fireworks. Find out why the popular viewing spot is shut.
Met Police issue clarification after anger over Primrose Hill closure for London's New Year's Eve fireworks. The popular viewing spot is shut for the first time. Read the full story.
Athens and Nicosia are leading a shift to quieter, eco-friendly New Year's celebrations with low-noise fireworks and drone displays. Discover how this change benefits communities and pets.
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.
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.