Primrose Hill, a major London viewpoint, will be closed for New Year's Eve 2025 following a fatal stabbing and a car incident. The 'iron curtain' decision sparks local debate. Read the full story.
Top chefs reveal ingenious recipes to elevate festive leftovers into stunning New Year's Eve canapés. From salmon blinis to turkey salad, avoid waste in style.
Iceland experienced its hottest Christmas Eve on record with temperatures reaching 19.8C, far above the seasonal average. Meteorologists blame a tropical air mass and high pressure. Discover the climate change implications.
Missed out on tickets for London's official 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks? Discover the best alternative viewing spots, from rooftop parties to free vantage points across the capital.
Police launch investigation after a man in his 30s was reportedly raped near Pells Pool in Lewes between Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Witnesses urged to come forward.
For the fifth consecutive year, mum-of-two Kar will volunteer her New Year's Eve at a Crisis shelter in London. Discover her inspiring story and the impact on guests like Eddie.
The Simba Hybrid Pillow, praised as a 'game changer' for sleep, is now £94.97 on Amazon. Its unique cooling tech and adjustable 'nanocube' core earn rave reviews.
Authorities warn against seeking free views of London's New Year's Eve fireworks from iconic bridges, citing terrible sightlines and safety risks. Official viewing areas are sold out.
Discover 12 of London's most glamorous New Year's Eve parties for 2026, from glittering rooftop terraces to exclusive speakeasies. Plan your ultimate celebration now.
Made In Chelsea star Louise Thompson spent Christmas Eve in hospital for an urgent procedure. The reality TV personality, who has ulcerative colitis, shared her experience and praised the NHS. Read her full story here.
A violent fight broke out at London's Hyde Park Winter Wonderland on Christmas Eve. Watch the shocking viral video and see how police responded. No arrests were made.
No one won the £15m Christmas Eve National Lottery rollover, creating three new millionaires. The £3.8m Saturday jackpot and a £46m EuroMillions draw offer more festive chances.
A single ticket holder in Arkansas scooped a staggering $1.8bn (£1.3bn) Powerball jackpot on Christmas Eve. It's the second-largest US lottery win ever. Read the full story.
A Powerball player in Arkansas scoops a staggering $1.817bn jackpot, the second-largest in US history. The win ends a 46-draw jackpot drought. Read the full story.
Explore the surprising Roman and Victorian origins of Christmas on December 25th. Discover the theories behind the date and how Charles Dickens shaped our modern festivities.
President Donald Trump joined the NORAD Santa tracker calls from Mar-a-Lago, assuring children about Santa's security and calling coal 'clean and beautiful'. Read the full festive exchange.
The M2 westbound is shut near Maidstone after a car overturned. Major delays expected through the afternoon as police investigate. Get the latest traffic updates.
Police were called to Mill Lane in Witham, Essex, after a man's body was discovered. Officers confirm the death is not suspicious and next of kin are informed.
The Jonas Brothers' new festive film, 'A Very Jonas Christmas Movie', is now streaming on Disney+. With an 85% critics score, it's a feel-good holiday watch full of music and comedy.
From icy dips in the UK to a unique underground mass in the Philippines, explore the powerful and poignant images that defined Christmas Eve around the world. See the full gallery.
A man and his dog have died after a fire broke out in a Fife apartment in the early hours of Christmas Eve. Police and fire services are investigating the tragic incident.
As Christmas Eve arrives, a provocative question emerges from the clergy: does the figure of Santa Claus align with Christian theology? Explore the debate dividing believers.
Plan your festive shop with our guide to Christmas and New Year opening times for Aldi, Asda, Tesco, Lidl, and Morrisons across the UK. Check your local branch now.
EastEnders has finally unveiled the identity of Zoe Slater's stalker in a shocking early BBC iPlayer release. The Christmas Eve episode delivers a stunning twist in the long-running mystery.
Plan your Christmas Eve travel in London. Full guide to Tube service reductions, early closures on the Piccadilly and District lines, and last train times.
Find out the exact time Santa Claus is expected to fly over London tonight, Christmas Eve 2025, and how to track his journey live with the NORAD and Google Santa trackers.
Millions embark on Christmas Eve travel across the UK, facing major road, rail, and airport congestion. Plan your journey with our latest traffic and disruption updates.
Your guide to Christmas Eve TV, featuring a chilling Mark Gatiss ghost story with Joanna Lumley, a chaotic Sewing Bee special, and Bob Mortimer's festive fishing. Discover tonight's schedule.
In 2020, Polly Hudson's family braved the cold for a 'Diffmas' garden lunch with her mum. Discover how gazebos, heaters and gritted teeth failed against a British winter.
Discover why countries across Europe and Latin America exchange presents on Christmas Eve, rooted in ancient Christian tradition. Explore the global festive customs.