The UK Met Office projects 2026 will exceed 1.4C above pre-industrial levels, marking the fourth year in a row. Scientists warn the rapid approach to the Paris Agreement's 1.5C limit demands urgent climate action.
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.
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.
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.
London's iconic Shard will illuminate its top 20 storeys as a giant red Christmas stocking on Christmas Eve, visible for over 40 miles. A spectacular festive finale for the capital.
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.
Londoners can expect a damp, overcast Christmas Eve with temperatures peaking at 8°C. Get the full hour-by-hour forecast for the capital's festive weather.
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.
Labour's new strategy tackles child poverty by lifting the two-child benefit cap and funding early years support. Discover the impact on families and the political shift.
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.
Transport for London announces key service alterations for the 2025 festive period, including Christmas Eve early finishes, no Tube on Christmas Day, and overnight New Year's Eve services. Plan your journey now.
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 the top new theatre openings in London this December 2025, from Broadway transfers to major revivals and festive dark comedies. Book your tickets now.
Discover London's hottest new dining spots this December, from a late-night Mayfair lobster counter to a massive Guinness brewery and a tattoo parlour wine bar.
A new Aldi store opens on Old Kent Road, SE15 on December 11, offering festive shoppers the UK's cheapest groceries and special Christmas hours.
A major £10bn plan to build thousands of new homes in West London's Earl's Court has cleared its first hurdle. Discover how this new district will transform a 40-acre brownfield site.
A major £10bn regeneration of Earl's Court gets planning permission, promising 4,000 homes, a cinema, and a live music venue for West London. Discover the details.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the DLR extension to Thamesmead, featuring two new stations and a Thames tunnel. The £1.7bn project aims to unlock 25,000 homes and 10,000 jobs by 2030.
Discover the full list of London parkruns confirmed for Christmas Day and New Year's Day 2025. Find your local event and start 2026 actively!
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.
London's New Bond Street has claimed the top spot as the world's most expensive retail destination, with rents soaring 22% to £1,706 per square foot. Discover the details behind this luxury property surge.