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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 became the first major city to ring in 2026 with a stunning 3,500-firework display from its Sky Tower. Discover how the world celebrated the New Year.
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.
Fireworks cause fear in dogs, leading to trembling and whining. Act now with these three expert-backed tips from Pet MD to ensure your pet stays safe and serene this New Year's Eve.
Hawaii authorities implement tough new laws to curb illegal fireworks following a New Year's Eve explosion that killed six. Will the crackdown work?
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.
Revellers face unlimited fines and up to six months in prison for breaking the 1am New Year's Eve fireworks curfew. Know the law to stay safe and avoid prosecution.
A 17-year-old boy has died after a devastating fireworks explosion in his Los Angeles garden. Neighbours reported hearing a 'boom like a bomb'. Read the full report on this illegal pyrotechnics tragedy.
A 17-year-old died after a firework detonated in his hand in South Los Angeles. Authorities found an illegal 'Cash Game 357' device. Read about the dangers.
Discover how Berlin's abandoned Tempelhof Airport, once a Nazi symbol, has been reborn as a 750-acre urban park. Explore its incredible transformation today!
The UK government has responded to calls for a public fireworks ban, stating it has no plans to outlaw sales but is promoting responsible use. Over 180,000 people signed the petition.
Marion Cotillard captivates in Lucile Hadžihalilović's eerie 'The Ice Tower', a death-wish fairytale of obsession. Read our full review of this Berlin film festival entry, in UK cinemas 21 November.
Heidi Klum and daughter Leni showcase unbreakable bond at Glamour Women Of The Year Awards in Berlin, responding to recent criticism over their joint lingerie shoots with confidence and style.
Demi Moore showcased her timeless beauty at the Landman season two premiere in Berlin. The 63-year-old actress dazzled in a chic black ensemble. Discover her stunning look and birthday celebrations.
Manchester United have joined Arsenal and Liverpool in the race to sign Hertha Berlin's Kennet Eichhorn, the 16-year-old dubbed the 'next Toni Kroos'. Discover the latest on the £10m release clause.
European Sleeper confirms new Paris-Berlin night train service for March 2026, running 3 times weekly. The budget-friendly route revives a cancelled link but will lack a dining car. Book tickets from December 2025.
Hertha Berlin and Union Berlin face historical reckoning over their responses to Hitler's refusal to shake Jesse Owens' hand during the 1936 Olympics, as revealed in new research.
Veterinary experts reveal essential strategies to protect your anxious pets during Guy Fawkes celebrations. From sound therapy to safe spaces, discover how to ensure your furry friends stay stress-free.
As Bonfire Night approaches, a growing movement calls for quieter celebrations to protect vulnerable groups including war veterans with PTSD, autistic children, and terrified animals.
Harrison Soule, a popular British TikTok creator, has disappeared in Berlin after posting a deeply concerning video. Friends and family are desperately searching as German police continue their investigation.