US warm spell ends as Arctic air brings freezing temperatures
A dramatic US weather shift sees spring-like warmth replaced by polar air and snow risk. Meanwhile, Japan battles deadly snow and New Zealand faces severe summer storms.
A dramatic US weather shift sees spring-like warmth replaced by polar air and snow risk. Meanwhile, Japan battles deadly snow and New Zealand faces severe summer storms.
Southern California faces a massive clean-up after its wettest Christmas in history, causing hundreds of crashes and mudslides. Read the latest on the emergency response and ongoing flood risks.
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.
California's brutal Christmas storms, the wettest in 54 years for LA, caused mudslides, flooding, and avalanche threats. See the latest on the damage and response.
Shoppers can save up to 50% in the New Balance end-of-season sale, with discounts on popular trainers, leggings, and accessories. Discover the best deals to start the New Year in style.
Australians face a turbulent Christmas Day with extreme heat in the west, severe storms in the east, and a cyclone threat in the north. Plan your festive day with the latest official forecasts.
After a decade of earthquakes and terror, Christchurch emerges as NZ's fastest-growing, most vibrant city. Discover its remarkable revival story.
One dead as flooding hits California. A powerful 'Pineapple Express' atmospheric river threatens more heavy rain and mudslides across the state during the Christmas holiday week.
A series of official-looking signs with bizarre warnings have appeared in Christchurch, delighting and confusing locals. Discover the guerrilla art project behind them.
A 'miracle' takahē chick has hatched at Zealandia sanctuary to parents thought infertile, boosting the population of the rare New Zealand bird. Discover the heartwarming conservation story.
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 damning UN report accuses New Zealand of backsliding on Māori rights and breaching the Treaty of Waitangi. Read the full findings and the government's response.
A man has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for attempting to smuggle endangered jewelled geckos out of New Zealand in an undercover sting operation. Read the full story.
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.
Once labelled a terrorist, Māori activist John Tamihere's memoir reveals his journey from prison to revered leader. Discover the untold story of New Zealand's social justice fight.
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.
New Zealand police have recovered a valuable James Bond-themed Fabergé pendant after a man allegedly swallowed it in an Auckland jewellery store. Read the full story.
A curious baby fur seal surprised patrons at a Richmond pub. Discover how staff safely contained the 'silly season' visitor until conservation rangers arrived for its release.
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.
Former Miss World NZ Jess Tyson was left bleeding after a bird flew into her face during an outdoor news report. See the shocking footage and her humorous response.
A new film, Life in One Chord, chronicles the Dunedin indie scene through the memoir of Straitjacket Fits frontman Shayne Carter. Explore the triumphs and tragedies of a seminal music movement.
A new documentary portrait of New Zealand's former PM Jacinda Ardern reveals a vulnerable, shrewd leader. The film tracks her premiership from 2017 to 2023. Read our review.