Michaela Benthaus, a paraplegic engineer from Germany, becomes the first wheelchair user in space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard capsule. Her landmark flight marks a giant leap for accessibility in space tourism.
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.
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.
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.
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 closure of Winstone Pulp's mills in Ruapehu, New Zealand, has led to over 230 job losses, forcing families to move and raising fears of a 'hollowing out' of rural regions. Read the full story.
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.
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.
A new Netflix documentary chronicles The New Yorker's 100-year history, exploring its iconic covers, legendary writers, and cultural impact. Discover the story behind the magazine.
Plan your 2026 celebration with our guide to the London New Year's Day Parade. Discover the start time, route from Green Park to Westminster, and ticket info for the free January 1st event.
Your essential guide to December's streaming highlights, including Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Fallout season 2, and classic film anniversaries. Plan your viewing now.
New York-inspired pizzeria Alley Cats is opening a new two-floor restaurant on Portobello Road in February 2026, featuring a slice hatch and outdoor terrace. Discover the latest addition to London's pizza scene.
IKEA's long-awaited first New Zealand store is now open in Auckland. The massive 34,000 sq m outlet promises affordable furniture and Swedish meatballs. Discover what it means for Kiwi shoppers.
The New England Patriots clinched a nail-biting 27-24 victory over the New York Giants in a thrilling Monday Night Football clash. Read the full match report and analysis.
Discover London's premier rooftop venues offering spectacular views of the 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks. Book your VIP spot for an unforgettable celebration overlooking the Thames.
Discover this week's essential new album releases, from De La Soul's poignant hip-hop return to Keaton Henson's rock transformation and Oneohtrix Point Never's electronic experiments.
New Zealand's premier book awards disqualify multiple authors for using AI in cover designs, sparking debate about technology's role in creative industries. Discover the implications.
Critically acclaimed Gracey's Pizza opens its first permanent London restaurant at Arcade Tottenham Court Road, bringing New Haven-style pies to the West End. Discover the new menu now!
Watch Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin achieve a landmark rocket launch. Witness the future of commercial spaceflight unfold in this groundbreaking mission.
The New England Patriots secure their eighth straight win, moving to 9-2 as rookie TreVeyon Henderson delivers a stunning three-touchdown performance against the New York Jets.
Your guide to this weekend's major album drops from FKA Twigs, The Neighbourhood, Blondshell and the surprising AVTT/PTTN supergroup. Find out what time new music lands on streaming services in the UK.
The Guardian investigates why growing numbers of New Zealanders are considering leaving their country. Share your experience if you're planning to depart.
In a stunning political upset, democratic socialist Zohran Kwame Mamdani defeats establishment Democrat Michael Lange, marking a significant leftward turn in New York politics and sending shockwaves through the Democratic establishment.
As the 2025 New York City mayoral race intensifies, Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani emerges as a formidable progressive challenger. Discover how this political outsider is shaking up the establishment and what it means for the future of urban politics
As New Yorkers cast their votes in the crucial 2025 mayoral election, discover how the results will reshape America's largest city and what it means for urban governance worldwide.
The remarkable journey of Syrian visual artist Rama Duwaji, who is poised to become New York City's newest First Lady following her husband Yusef Salem's historic election victory.
Ground-level reactions from New York City residents as democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani claims unexpected political win, signalling shifting voter sentiments in urban America.
Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani announces his candidacy for New York Mayor, promising radical housing reform and challenging the political establishment in the 2025 race.
Former US Navy pilot and federal prosecutor Mikie Sherrill triumphs in New Jersey's gubernatorial race, flipping Republican control in a landmark victory for Democrats.