21 Winter Essentials for the UK Cold Snap
As Storm Goretti brings an icy blast to the UK, discover the top-rated products to stay warm indoors and outdoors, from heated duvets to running gear. Get our expert picks.
As Storm Goretti brings an icy blast to the UK, discover the top-rated products to stay warm indoors and outdoors, from heated duvets to running gear. Get our expert picks.
Amber Glenn reclaimed the US women's short program record with 83.05 points, edging out world champion Alysa Liu. The national championships are the final Olympic team selection event.
As the UK shivers in an Arctic blast, Nordic residents share their essential layering tips and winter wisdom. Learn how to stay warm and why 'there's no bad weather, only bad clothing'.
The Canary Wharf Winter Lights festival returns from Jan 20-31, 2026. Discover 16 free light installations, the 'Dreamscape' theme, and essential visitor tips.
Discover the three spectacular winter light trails illuminating London this January. Find dates, times, and locations for Southbank, Battersea, and Canary Wharf displays.
From 'Wuthering Heights' to 'Dune: Part Three', discover the gripping books you need to read in 2026 before they become major movie blockbusters. Start your reading list now!
The Southbank Winter Lights festival illuminates London from Jan 7-18, 2026. Discover 11 artworks for free. Find the best visiting times and details here.
The free Winter Lights Festival returns to Battersea Power Station in January 2026. Discover the confirmed dates, best visiting times, and what to expect from the fifth annual illumination trail.
IIHF president confirms Olympic ice hockey arenas may not be fully ready for Milan-Cortina 2026, with reduced seating and NHL concerns over ice quality and dimensions. Read the latest updates.
Discover the UK's most spectacular winter beach walks for 2026, from the Jurassic Coast to Scotland's Outer Hebrides. Perfect for crisp, crowd-free strolls.
Londoners can finally see light at the end of the tunnel. Discover the exact date the sun will set after 5pm in 2026 and when we'll reach 6pm sunsets. Read the full forecast now.
Shoppers are raving about the White Stuff Marlowe Reversible Coat, now £80 down from £180. Get two stylish looks in one warm, versatile coat perfect for the UK cold snap.
Shoppers are raving about the Tarka II waterproof padded jacket, now just £64.99. With a faux-fur hood and 5000mm waterproof rating, it's ideal for the UK cold snap.
A walk through Comins Coch, Ceredigion, reveals the frozen beauty and resilient wildlife in the quiet aftermath of a fierce gale. Discover the turning year among frost, catkins, and quarries.
American cross-country star Jessie Diggins clinches her third Tour de Ski title, cementing her Olympic medal favourite status ahead of her planned retirement after next season.
American luger Summer Britcher triumphs in Sigulda, taking her second World Cup win this season and moving top of the standings ahead of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.
Swiss skier Camille Rast triumphs over Mikaela Shiffrin in a World Cup slalom, halting the American's six-race win streak just 45 days before the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Aerial skier Reilly Flanagan and cross-country skier Hannah Price represent Australia's underdog spirit in a last-ditch effort to qualify for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games.
Get ready for a massive year in entertainment. Our definitive guide covers everything from Oasis reunion rumours and Madonna's comeback to AI cinema, K-pop returns, and Zendaya's box office dominance.
US speed skating star Jordan Stolz tripped early but finished third in the 1000m at the Olympic trials, securing his place for the Milano-Cortina Winter Games. Discover the dramatic qualification story.
Australian teenager Indra Brown has won her first World Cup freeski halfpipe gold medal in Calgary, becoming the youngest Aussie to achieve the feat and edging closer to the 2026 Winter Olympics.
Ice hockey's biggest stars, including Auston Matthews and Connor McDavid, will compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics as the NHL ends its 12-year hiatus. Discover the teams aiming for gold.
As Brisbane prepares for the 2032 Olympics, historians highlight the suburb of Herston's origins in a secret 19th-century gay relationship between Queensland's first premier and his attorney general.
The 10th annual Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival illuminates London from Jan 20-31, 2026. Discover the free 'Dreamscape' light trail, timings, and how to visit.
Your complete guide to 2026's biggest television, from the return of 'Rivals' and 'Baby Reindeer' follow-up to a new 'Buffy' and major drama series. Dates and details inside.
Discover five delightful winter walking routes across London that finish at a historic pub. Perfect for a scenic stroll and a warming pint this season.
Start your 2026 wellness journey with surprisingly cheap spa treatments. Discover top Wowcher deals, including Bannatyne and Radisson packages, for under £50. Perfect for beating the January blues.
Discover the best puffer coats from M&S, Uniqlo, adidas & more to conquer the UK's cold, wet weather. Stay warm, dry, and stylish this winter.
USA Hockey has announced Clayton Keller, Tage Thompson, and Seth Jones as the first three players for its 2026 Winter Olympics men's ice hockey team. Discover the full roster strategy and ambitions for Milan-Cortina.
Your complete guide to 2026's packed sporting calendar, from the Australian Open and a historic Women's Test at Lord's to the FIFA World Cup and Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.