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.
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.
High Street fashion chain River Island will shut 32 UK stores in January 2026 as part of a rescue plan. See the full list of locations and confirmed closure dates.
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?
Authorities in Munich have dismantled a makeshift beam installed by surfers to recreate the vanished Eisbach wave, escalating a row over the future of the iconic urban surfing spot.
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.
Andrew Shephard pleads guilty to animal cruelty after tipping three kittens into the Thames from a London bridge. Follow for the latest on this shocking case.
A woman accused of poisoning two schoolgirls in Colombia with tainted raspberries has been rescued from the River Thames in London. Read the latest on this international crime case.
The Tigris River, Iraq's lifeline for millennia, is heavily polluted and drying up. Urgent action is needed to save the waterway and the ancient communities, like the Mandaeans, who depend on it for survival and faith.
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.
Residents across the Thames catchment file statutory nuisance complaints against Thames Water over sewage pollution, citing health risks and a case of a teenage rower contracting E coli.
The Environment Agency warns Ricky Gervais' proposed Marlow mansion is at risk of severe flooding, posing a danger to life. Read the full details and official response.
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.
Gwent Police launch urgent search operation in Afon Lwyd river after reports of man in water near Edlogan Way. Emergency services continue efforts through the night.
Gwent Police launch urgent search in Cwmbran's Afon Elwyd after man seen in water. Emergency services responding to welfare incident. Follow for live updates.
In an extraordinary nocturnal spectacle, a hippopotamus was captured swimming in India's sacred River Ganges during vibrant Diwali festivities, creating stunning visual contrasts between wildlife and cultural celebration.
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.