Try an 'Old Year's Resolution' for 2026 Goals
Ditch the January pressure. Experts suggest starting your New Year's goals now with a 'dry run' to build confidence and resilience for lasting change in 2026.
Ditch the January pressure. Experts suggest starting your New Year's goals now with a 'dry run' to build confidence and resilience for lasting change in 2026.
Forget New Year's resolutions. Experts propose an 'old year's resolution' using practice runs and Benjamin Franklin's method to make lasting positive changes. Start now.
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.
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.
Explore how 2025's negative linguistic trends, from 'slop' to 'ragebait', impact wellbeing. Discover forgotten positive words to reframe 2026 with optimism and resilience.
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.
Loose Women's Penny Lancaster reveals husband Sir Rod Stewart's unusual festive habits, from avoiding champagne breakfasts to a pub trip for Guinness and rosé. Discover their blended family's Christmas traditions.
Discover how to move beyond empty routines and create personal rituals that bring energy and meaning to your life, with expert advice from transformation coach Erin Coupe.
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.
Teenage darts sensation Luke Littler expressed surprise after missing out on two BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards. Get the full story on his reaction and the winners.
The BBC Sports Personality of the Year award introduces a new two-stage public vote and lets fans pick the Team of the Year. Discover how the 2025 winner will be chosen.
Discover the full list of nominees for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2023 awards, from World Sport Star to Team of the Year. Find out who's in the running for the prestigious honours tonight.
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.
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.
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.
The Guardian invites US readers to share the news stories from 2025 that brought them hope or happiness. Contribute your ray of light from a challenging year.
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.
The FBI claims to have disrupted a major terror plot targeting Los Angeles on New Year's Eve. Four alleged members of a far-left group have been arrested. Read the full details.
The FBI has disrupted a planned series of bombings across Los Angeles and Orange County, arresting four alleged members of the Turtle Island Liberation Front. Read the full details.
Auto experts reveal three key reasons why December offers the best car deals in the UK, from year-end quotas to clearance sales. Discover how to maximise your savings now.
Plan your festive shop with our complete guide to UK supermarket opening hours from Christmas Eve to New Year's Day. Find times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Aldi, and more to avoid disappointment.
The BBC has announced the hit show The Traitors will be back for a fourth series on New Year's Day 2026. Find out the full broadcast schedule here.
Claudia Winkleman returns to host the smash-hit BBC reality show. The new series starts on 1st January 2026 with 22 contestants competing for £120,000.
Archaeologists discover a highly gendered Stone Age society in China, with evidence of separate male and female sacrificial rituals 3,800 years ago. Read the full study.
Boots' £20 Beauty Bauble features Liz Earle, Rituals & more, saving £48.40. This festive set is perfect for Christmas gifting. Shop now!
Lucy Steed's debut novel, The Artist, set in 1920s France, wins the 2025 Waterstones Book of the Year. Discover the romantic-mystery captivating readers across the UK.
Groundbreaking finds at Gobeklitepe and Karahantepe reshape our understanding of prehistoric death rituals and settled life over 11,000 years ago. Discover the revelations.
Julianne Hough and Ryan Seacrest will co-host New Year's Eve special from different cities, proving no bad blood remains 12 years after their relationship ended.
Ryan Seacrest will host Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve 2026 with Rita Ora, Chance the Rapper, and NFL star Rob Gronkowski. Watch live on ABC 31 Dec from Times Square.
Irish pop star Ronan Keating is announced as the host of BBC One's New Year's Eve celebrations for 2026. The special will feature his greatest hits and special guests. Tune in on BBC One and iPlayer!