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.
Irish singer CMAT's third album 'Euro-Country' hits No. 2 in 2025's best albums. Born from a New York breakdown, it sparked a TikTok craze and a Glastonbury triumph. Discover the story.
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.
Dev Hynes' deeply personal album 'Essex Honey', a response to his mother's death, is named the 3rd best of 2025. Explore its pastoral hymnals and post-punk shades of grief.
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.
Former TikTok star Addison Rae defies critics with her dreamy synth-pop album 'Addison', securing the No. 4 spot in The 50 best albums of 2025. Discover her successful rebrand.
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.
Lady Gaga's sixth album 'Mayhem' marks a triumphant return to her operatic electroclash roots, securing the No. 5 spot in the year's best albums. Discover the review.
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 Guardian is compiling its best albums of 2025 list and wants your nominations. From Jim Legxacy's rap to Rosalía's breakup anthems, share your top pick.
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.
As the 30th anniversary of 'Spice' approaches, we reveal the major albums kept from the UK number one spot by the Spice Girls' 1996 pop phenomenon. Discover the hits that couldn't compete.
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!
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.
Get ready to feel nostalgic as we explore 30 landmark albums from 1996 turning 30 next year, featuring Spice Girls, Daft Punk, Fugees and Korn. Rediscover the soundtrack of a generation.
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.