World's Strangest New Year's Eve Traditions Revealed
Discover eight unique global New Year's Eve customs, from Italy's furniture tossing to Japan's 108 bell rings. Travel experts reveal surprising rituals for a fresh start.
Discover eight unique global New Year's Eve customs, from Italy's furniture tossing to Japan's 108 bell rings. Travel experts reveal surprising rituals for a fresh start.
A psychic reveals spotting a penny on New Year's Day heralds good fortune for 2026. Discover how to create your own luck and why resolutions may be harmful.
Discover eight of the world's most unusual New Year's Eve customs, from Ecuador's scarecrow burnings to Italy's furniture tossing. Find out how other cultures ring in the new year.
Why do we kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve? Explore the ancient Roman, Viking, and Arthurian folklore origins behind this enduring global tradition.
Why do we kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve? Explore the ancient Roman, Viking, and Arthurian folklore origins behind this enduring global tradition.
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.
Australian expat Louise Starkey shared her shock after being charged AED 380 (£80) for two vodka Red Bulls at a Dubai concert. Discover the reaction and why such prices are common.
Major New Year's Eve events from Sydney to Moscow have been cancelled due to terror threats, crowd safety, and recent tragedies. Discover the full list of affected celebrations.
Major New Year's Eve events from Sydney to Moscow are cancelled due to terror threats, crowd safety, and national tragedies. Discover the full list of affected cities and the reasons behind the decisions.
Ditch the parties for a cosy night in. Discover the five top-rated New Year's Eve films, from classic rom-coms to a shocking crime epic, perfect for your 2025 viewing marathon.
Asda has confirmed its revised opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2026. Find out when your local supermarket or Asda Express will be open to stock up on essentials.
Asda has confirmed its adjusted opening hours for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2026. Find out when your local store will be open to stock up on essentials.
Discover how Dubai transforms into a festive wonderland with markets, snow & carols, attracting thousands despite the heat. Explore the cultural fusion and expat experiences.
Mia O'Brien, 24, convicted in a one-day Arabic trial for alleged cocaine possession, is home in Merseyside for Christmas after a major campaign. Read the full story.
Mia O'Brien, 24, returns to UK after 25-year sentence in Dubai for cocaine charges. Her family calls release a 'living hell' ended. Read the full story.
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.
Albert Douglas is home for Christmas after four years of alleged torture and abuse in Dubai prisons over debts he didn't owe. Read his harrowing story.
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.
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.
A British mum-of-two details her family's £6,120 monthly expenses in Dubai, from school fees to villa rent. See the full financial breakdown and public reaction.
The UK Foreign Office has updated travel advice for the UAE, warning of a high threat of terrorist attacks targeting British nationals. Stay vigilant and check official guidance.
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.
A wave of British celebrities, from Luisa Zissman to Rio Ferdinand, are relocating to Dubai, citing better lifestyle, safety, and financial benefits compared to the UK. Discover the reasons behind the exodus.
The UK government has updated travel advice for the UAE, warning terrorists are 'likely' to attack. British holidaymakers urged to stay vigilant.
Severe thunderstorms at Dubai International, the world's busiest airport, cause widespread flight cancellations and delays, stranding thousands of UK passengers. Discover your rights and the latest updates.
Major flooding hits Dubai after heaviest rainfall in 76 years. Police warn residents to stay indoors as unstable weather continues. Follow the latest updates.
Dubai International Airport is set to become the world's first to handle 100 million passengers in a year, with a majority now visiting the city rather than just connecting. Discover the shift driving this tourism boom.
Feeling anxious as the new year approaches? Health psychologist Dr Ravi Gill explains the signs and shares practical strategies to reframe your mindset, set manageable goals, and find calm.
Watch the terrifying footage of a passenger putting a Dubai taxi driver in a chokehold and threatening to kill him. The driver suffered injuries in the vicious assault.
Reality star Gemma Collins is leaving Essex for a new life in Dubai, seeking a luxury lifestyle and a fresh start after personal heartaches and fertility struggles. Read her full story.