New Year 2026 Celebrated Worldwide with Spectacular Displays
Revellers across the globe welcomed 2026 with stunning fireworks and unique traditions. See how cities from Sydney to Seoul marked the occasion. Explore the global celebrations now.
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New Year 2026 Celebrations Around the World in Pictures
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.
Tesco's £1.25 Grapes for New Year Love Ritual
Tesco capitalises on a viral TikTok trend by selling packs of 12 grapes for singles to eat under a table at midnight on New Year's Eve, sparking debate over consumerism and the UK dating scene.
Tesco's £1.25 New Year Love Grapes Spark Debate
Tesco capitalises on a viral TikTok trend by selling packs of 12 grapes for singles to eat under a table at midnight on New Year's Eve, a ritual believed to attract love. The move has ignited a fierce debate on consumerism and the state of UK dating.
Luisa Zissman's lavish Dubai life and £25k horse move
Reality star Luisa Zissman tours her huge Dubai garden and reveals the eye-watering cost of moving her five horses, as she blames UK crime and weather for her family's relocation.
Global New Year's Eve Order: Who Celebrates First?
Discover the fascinating global order of New Year's Eve celebrations, from Kiribati at 10am UK time to the last revelers. Explore how time zones and the International Date Line create a 26-hour wave of festivities.
From Kiribati to Hawaii: The New Year's Eve Global Order
Discover the fascinating global sequence of New Year celebrations, from first in Kiribati to last in Hawaii. Explore how time zones and the International Date Line create a 26-hour wave of festivities.
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
New Year 2026: Global fireworks livestream as events cancelled
Watch the New Year 2026 fireworks live from Sydney, Tokyo, London & Paris. Our livestream brings global celebrations to you, with major events cancelled in Hong Kong and London's Primrose Hill.
Watch New Year 2026 fireworks live from Sydney, Tokyo, London
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.
Global 2026 Celebrations: From Auckland to London
Auckland's Sky Tower launched over 3,500 fireworks to welcome 2026. See how the UK, Sydney, and the world celebrated, and why Hong Kong's display was cancelled.
Bizarre New Year Traditions Shared on Social Media
Discover the weird and wonderful New Year's Eve customs going viral, from DIY balloon drops to lemon pigs. Could these unique traditions make your celebration unforgettable?
Bizarre New Year Traditions Going Viral on Social Media
Discover the weird and wonderful New Year's Eve customs sweeping social media, from DIY balloon drops to lemon pigs and witchy rituals. Could you adopt one for 2026?
10 Unusual New Year's Eve Superstitions for 2026
Discover 10 unique global superstitions to perform at midnight on New Year's Eve to attract luck, love, and prosperity for 2026. From polka dots to pomegranates, try these fun traditions.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
UK's New Year Champagne Obsession & Health Secrets
As the UK toasts 2026, discover why champagne is the celebratory drink of choice, its sugar and calorie content compared to other drinks, and the psychological power of a New Year's toast.
Farage's New Year message sparks mockery over Russia links
Nigel Farage faces ridicule after a Labour MP's joke about the timing of his New Year video, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of Reform UK's connections to Russia. Read the full story.
Farage ridiculed over timing of New Year message
Nigel Farage faces social media mockery after a Labour MP's joke about his New Year video timing, amid ongoing scrutiny of Reform UK's connections to Russia. Read the full story.
Hong Kong cancels New Year fireworks after fatal fire
Hong Kong will not hold its traditional New Year fireworks after a devastating apartment fire killed 161 people. Discover how the city plans to mark the occasion instead.
EE offers £180 cashback on Samsung Galaxy S25
EE launches a limited-time New Year deal, giving customers £180 cashback on the flagship Samsung Galaxy S25. Offer ends 29 January. Discover the savings on device and airtime plans.
World Welcomes 2026 as UK Revellers Told to Wrap Up Warm
Follow live coverage as New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations sweep the globe from New Zealand to the UK, where fireworks displays will be met with chilly temperatures. See how the world rings in 2026.
New Year Snow Warnings Issued for London and UK
The Met Office has issued fresh yellow warnings for snow and ice, with London and major cities set for disruption. Get the latest forecast and travel advice here.
New Year snow and gale warnings for Scotland
The Met Office issues yellow warnings for snow, ice and wind across northern Scotland as Arctic air brings the first significant wintry blast of 2026. Travel disruption expected.
Roman history explains why our year starts on January 1st
As we welcome 2026, discover the ancient Roman revolt in Spain that forced a calendar change, moving New Year's Day from March to January. Uncover the history behind the dates.
Roman history explains why New Year starts on January 1st
As we prepare to welcome 2026, discover the ancient Roman political crisis that moved the start of the year from March to January 1st. Uncover the surprising history of our calendar.
UK's Longest Missing Person Case: Mary Flanagan, 66 Years
Mary Flanagan vanished aged 16 on New Year's Eve 1959. As The Independent's SafeCall launches, we revisit Britain's most enduring missing person mystery. Donate to help vulnerable children.
Asda Express 3p per litre fuel discount ends at 11pm
Time is running out to claim a 3p per litre fuel discount at Asda Express. The offer ends at store closing tonight, December 31st. Here's how to save.
Find a Penny on New Year's Day for Luck in 2026
Psychic Inbaal Honigman reveals spotting a penny on January 1st heralds a lucky 2026. Discover how to create your own fortune if you don't find one.
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.
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