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.
The British Geological Survey recorded more than 300 tremors across the UK in 2025, with Perthshire and Lancashire among the most active areas. Discover the seismic hotspots and why this research is vital for national infrastructure.
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.
The Met Office warns of significant snow arriving in the UK within days, with up to 19 inches possible in some areas. Get the latest forecast details and pinpointed locations here.
The UK faces a major snowstorm from January 7, with up to 19 inches forecast for Scotland and blizzards dumping 4 inches per hour. Only southern England may be spared. Read the full forecast.
Daffodils flower months early in Dorset after a record-warm year, but an amber cold health alert warns of a dangerous freeze ahead for northern England. Learn how to protect vulnerable neighbours.
Motorists face fines up to £1,000 for breaking key winter driving rules as a massive blizzard is forecast to sweep across the UK in early January. Stay safe and legal.
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.
An American living in the UK reveals the crucial restaurant manners he overlooked, sparking a transatlantic debate on service culture. Discover the etiquette divide.
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.
A tumultuous year in UK politics saw Keir Starmer's unlikely bond with Donald Trump, a surging Reform UK, and a Budget bombshell. Explore the key events that defined 2025.
Discover the most stylish and comfortable pyjama sets for the new year, with prices starting from just £12. Our roundup features top buys from George at Asda, Next, and more for ultimate home comfort.
Advanced weather maps predict staggering snowfalls of up to 17 inches for UK towns in early January, with major cities like London and Birmingham also set for disruption. Read the full forecast and travel warnings.
Britain's leading abortion charity, BPAS, is under fire for suggesting sex-selective terminations are not illegal. Campaigners warn of rising pressure on Indian women to abort female foetuses. Read the full investigation.
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.
The UK faces a sharp temperature drop next week, with wintry hazards forecast for early 2026. Get the latest weather updates and travel advice here.
Ex-SAS soldier Robert Craft warns new Northern Ireland legacy legislation is harming recruitment and morale, leaving Britain vulnerable. Read the exclusive interview.
Network Rail engineering works and severe weather cause major disruption for UK travellers over the New Year period. Plan your journey with our essential guide.
The UK faces a freezing start to 2026 with temperatures set to drop below 0°C. Met Office warns of potential wintry hazards. Get the full forecast for your area.
The UK government will offer paid military gap year placements to under-25s from March 2026, aiming to recruit over 1,000 annually. Discover how this 'whole of society' defence plan works.
The Winchcombe meteorite's discovery, aided by doorbell cams, ignited a global hunt. Now, soaring prices threaten scientific access to these priceless solar system clues. Explore the new space race.
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.
Discover the Good Hotel Guide's top 5 UK seaside stays for 2026, from a spot Queen Victoria sketched to remote island escapes. Plan your coastal getaway now.
Explore how 2025's negative linguistic trends, from 'slop' to 'ragebait', impact wellbeing. Discover forgotten positive words to reframe 2026 with optimism and resilience.
Stuck with festive clutter? Discover creative UK-focused solutions for gift wrap, Christmas trees, and leftovers to reduce landfill waste and start your new year organised.
Average mortgage rates have hit a 14-month low, falling below 6.2% for the first time since October 2024. Experts say this offers a 'welcome gift' for homebuyers. Read more on what this means for the UK housing market.
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.
New analysis reveals Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced more tax rises than any other in 60 years, adding £75.1bn a year to the UK tax burden. Read the full details.
The Guardian's 2025 news quiz tested readers' memory of a tumultuous year. Discover the answers and see how your recollection measures up. Take the quiz yourself first!
Exclusive data reveals the UK's sustainable aviation fuel mandate is off track for 2025 targets. Discover the challenges and what it means for net-zero goals.