Starmer pledges cost-of-living help in Christmas message
PM Keir Starmer acknowledges Britons' financial struggles in his festive address, vowing action is his 'priority'. Read his full message and the political reaction.
PM Keir Starmer acknowledges Britons' financial struggles in his festive address, vowing action is his 'priority'. Read his full message and the political reaction.
King Charles has chosen Westminster Abbey's Lady Chapel for his 2025 Christmas broadcast, highlighting the theme of pilgrimage. Discover the royal and historical significance of the location.
Discover the top free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out which parks and hills offer the best views of the Thames celebration, including key travel info.
Discover the perfect outfits for every NYE 2026 plan, from city pubs to country cottages. Get inspired with our style guide for a sparkling start to the new year.
Lewisham Council approves late licence for Grand Empire's New Year's Eve party until 4am, overriding police concerns over capacity. Find out the full story.
US comedian Jimmy Kimmel will deliver Channel 4's alternative Christmas message for 2025, addressing free speech and the Trump administration. Tune in on Christmas Day at 5.45pm.
London is set for a dry and bright festive period with no rain until January 2, according to BBC forecasters. Perfect weather for winter walks and a welcome dose of vitamin D.
Discover 18 of the UK's most joyful mass swims this festive season. From icy dips for charity to community celebrations, find your perfect Christmas, Boxing Day or New Year's Day plunge.
Get motivated for 2026 with up to 50% off branded sportswear at Marks and Spencer, including Sweaty Betty leggings and shorts from £27.50. Shop the sale now!
Emmerdale's New Year brings three explosive finales: a secret pregnancy, a serial killer's return, and a criminal showdown. Which characters will survive? Read the spoilers.
The BBC's long-range forecast predicts wet weather for London on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, potentially disrupting celebrations. Check the full festive outlook.
Officials urge revellers to avoid Tower Bridge and other central London bridges for the New Year's Eve fireworks due to poor visibility and safety concerns. Find the best viewing alternatives here.
The Met Office predicts a sunny start to 2026 in London on January 1st, with bright spells giving way to afternoon clouds and evening drizzle. Get the full forecast.
The First Dog on the Moon Institute delivers its annual, bitingly satirical Christmas message for 2025, offering a unique perspective on the year's events. Read the full cartoon commentary.
London's New Year's Eve fireworks face a drizzly forecast. Discover if the iconic display will be cancelled and see the full weather outlook for the capital's celebrations.
Thierry Henry to receive Lifetime Achievement at BBC Sports Personality. Full list of nominees for World Sport Star, Team of the Year and Young SPOTY revealed.
The Met Office predicts a damp New Year's Eve in London, with light rain from 7pm continuing into New Year's Day. Plan your celebrations accordingly.
Your ultimate guide to London's New Year's Eve 2025. Discover Back to the 90s parties, exclusive restaurant reviews from Brigadiers to The Elizabeth, and unmissable deals. Make your night count.
Emmerdale legend Frazer Hines, who played Joe Sugden, shares a Christmas message for fans on Instagram, 31 years after his dramatic soap exit. Discover his life after the Dales.
Skip the crowds on the Thames. Discover seven fantastic alternative New Year's Eve events in London, from supper clubs to silent discos, for a memorable 2026.
The Met Office and BBC Weather forecasts for London's Christmas and New Year 2025 predict a damp, mild period with no chance of a white Christmas. Plan your festive travel accordingly.
Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches a national book recommendation drive to reverse the worrying drop in reading for pleasure in the UK. Join the campaign and submit your unputdownable reads.
Boyzone will perform together on Ronan Keating's BBC New Year's Eve party, offering a preview of their 2026 comeback shows at London's Emirates Stadium.
Ronan Keating headlines a 90s-fuelled BBC New Year's Eve special, reuniting with Boyzone bandmates. Featuring Louise Redknapp, Calum Scott & Shona McGarty. Tune in on BBC One.
London's Hyde Park Winter Wonderland closes for the season on January 1, 2026. Plan your final visit for ice skating, rides, and Bavarian treats before it's gone.
Discover London's best New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations. From a silent disco at The Anthologist to a masquerade in The Gherkin, find your perfect party to ring in the new year.
Federal officials in the US have charged four suspects accused of planning to bomb multiple sites in Southern California on New Year's Eve. Read the full details of the foiled plot.
US federal authorities charge four individuals with plotting New Year's Eve bomb attacks in southern California. Read the latest on the alleged extremist plot.
Metropolitan Police staff, including call handlers, will strike for 25 hours on New Year's Eve, threatening emergency response delays. Unite union blames pay freeze and inferior conditions.
Plan your festive travel in London with our complete guide to tube and train closures from December 24 to January 2, 2025-2026. Essential reading for navigating the capital.