Zohran Mamdani will usher in 2026 as New York's mayor in a midnight ceremony at a historic, abandoned subway station. Discover the symbolism and the political reactions to this unconventional inauguration.
Virginia Water in Surrey has been crowned one of Britain's poshest villages for 2025. Discover the £15m mansions, exclusive Wentworth Club, and why even dog walkers sign NDAs.
Imber village, abandoned in 1943 for military training, remains under MoD control. Public access is limited to just 12 days a year. Discover its haunting history and how to visit.
In 1990, the Lancashire village of Waddington launched its own TV station. With homemade soaps and chaos, it captured 95% of viewers, beating Coronation Street and predicting today's YouTube era. Discover the story.
Derek Harris, 89, led a community campaign to save Sharrington's iconic K6 phone box after BT earmarked it for removal. His fight sparked a national debate on preserving local heritage.
Discover how Shepherd's Bush's Askew Road shed its tough reputation to become a thriving 'village' hub with independent shops, Victorian homes, and a strong community spirit. Explore its transformation today.
David Darke died six days after an assault outside the Crown Inn. A 36-year-old man has been re-arrested on suspicion of murder. Read the family's tribute.
The abandoned Céüze 2000 resort in France's Hautes-Alpes is a stark symbol of a wider crisis. As global heating pushes snow lines higher, hundreds of European ski stations face closure, sparking a debate: dismantle or let nature reclaim the Alps?
Discover Ticehurst, a stunning East Sussex village named one of the UK's prettiest. With direct trains to London and average house prices £141,928 lower, it's the perfect escape. Explore its beauty spots and vibrant community.
An elderly woman has died following a serious assault in a Devizes flat on Christmas Day. A 63-year-old woman known to the victim has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
An urgent murder investigation is underway in Devizes after a woman in her 80s was fatally assaulted in her flat on Christmas morning. A 63-year-old acquaintance has been arrested.
Tashkent Supermarket's new West Village location is introducing New Yorkers to Central Asian staples like manty dumplings and plov, becoming a must-visit spot for food lovers and the diaspora alike. Discover the taste of the Silk Road.
Joanne Young, 48, waived anonymity as complainant in over 60 offences. Her ex-husband and five other men face charges. She was honoured for bravery in Wiltshire Search and Rescue.
Philip Young appears in Swindon court accused of drugging and raping his ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men also face charges. Follow for latest updates.
A man is charged with 56 sexual offences against his ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men also face charges in a complex Wiltshire Police investigation. Read the latest court details.
A Wiltshire man and five others face 60 charges for alleged sexual offences spanning 13 years. The victim has waived her anonymity. Read the latest court details.
A Wiltshire man faces 56 charges, including rape, against his ex-wife over 13 years. Five other men also charged. The victim has waived her anonymity. Read the latest.
The small Spanish town of La Bañeza is celebrating after winning over €70 million in the famous 'El Gordo' Christmas lottery draw. Discover how the win is transforming the community.
Thousands, including druids and Morris dancers, gathered at Stonehenge to mark the winter solstice sunrise. The event saw a surge in attendance, with visitors touching the ancient stones for free.
Artist Wendy Hoile, whose vibrant work graced major publications and the cover of Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka's memoir, has passed away. Discover her remarkable journey from music to illustration.
Discover how Sheffield's unique, centuries-old carol singing tradition is being kept alive in cosy pubs and celebrated in a new stage production of A Christmas Carol at the Crucible theatre.
Thousands, including druids and pagans from across the globe, gathered at Stonehenge to mark the winter solstice and watch the sunrise on the shortest day. Experience the ancient tradition.
An escaped goat chased a woman and ate Christmas decorations in Upper Seagry. Read how Wiltshire Police used riot shields and a lasso to safely return it.
Wiltshire Police deployed riot shields and a lasso to subdue an escaped goat that ate a Christmas wreath and chased a woman. The incident comes amid calls for new protections for wild goats in the UK. Read the full story.
Discover the forgotten story of South Kentish Town Tube station, abandoned after a 1924 power cut, where a passenger was reportedly trapped in darkness for a week. Explore London's hidden history.
The M27 motorway will shut for over 10 days this Christmas as a massive 8,500-tonne underpass is slid into place near Fareham. Plan your journeys now.
Residents reveal what life is truly like in Shere, Surrey, the picture-perfect village made famous by the Christmas classic The Holiday, from tourist crowds to hidden cocktail bars.
Blackburn Rovers' Championship fixture against Sheffield Wednesday was called off due to a waterlogged pitch at Ewood Park for the second time this season. Get the full roundup of Saturday's action.
A Championship fixture between Charlton Athletic and Portsmouth was abandoned after a supporter suffered a fatal medical emergency. The football community sends condolences.
A Charlton Athletic supporter has died after a medical emergency led to the abandonment of their Championship fixture against Portsmouth at The Valley. Read the full statements from both clubs.