Plan your New Year's Eve 2025 celebrations across Australia. From Sydney's harbour fireworks to Melbourne's rooftop parties, discover event times, locations, and weather forecasts for every capital city.
Explore the most powerful and captivating photographs of 2025, documenting triumphs, disasters, and human stories from Mount Everest to the Amazon. See the year through a lens.
Primrose Hill, a major London viewpoint, will be closed for New Year's Eve 2025 following a fatal stabbing and a car incident. The 'iron curtain' decision sparks local debate. Read the full story.
Missed out on tickets for London's official 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks? Discover the best alternative viewing spots, from rooftop parties to free vantage points across the capital.
Plan your New Year's Eve in London with our complete guide to road and bridge closures for the 2025 fireworks display. Essential travel info for December 31.
Mayor Sadiq Khan has issued an urgent reminder that tickets are mandatory for the Thames-side New Year's Eve fireworks display. Those without must watch on BBC or from other viewpoints.
Plan your last-minute banking. Most UK high street banks will close early on New Year's Eve and remain shut on the New Year's Day bank holiday. Check your branch times here.
The 2025 New Year Honours list recognises 1,157 people, including Sir Idris Elba, England's Lionesses, and ice legends Torvill and Dean. Discover the standout names from sports, arts, and community service.
England football captain Leah Williamson receives a CBE in the King's New Year Honours, leading a list of Hertfordshire figures recognised for outstanding contributions. Discover the full list of local heroes.
Authorities warn against seeking free views of London's New Year's Eve fireworks from iconic bridges, citing terrible sightlines and safety risks. Official viewing areas are sold out.
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.
Explore a powerful visual summary of the past week's global events through 20 compelling photographs from around the world. Witness the stories that shaped our planet.
Discover the top free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve fireworks display. Find out which parks and hills offer the best views of the Thames celebration, including key travel info.
Emmerdale's New Year brings three explosive finales: a secret pregnancy, a serial killer's return, and a criminal showdown. Which characters will survive? Read the spoilers.
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.
From global conflict and climate disasters to sporting glory and papal change, view the powerful photographs that captured a tumultuous 2025. See the year's defining moments.
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.
Sky News editors select the week's defining images: Sydney mourns Bondi Beach, farmers protest in Brussels, and global sports and weather scenes unfold. See the full visual story.
Mark Newnham's progressive galloper Invincible Ibis steps up to a mile for the first time this Saturday at Sha Tin. Can he stake his claim for the Four-Year-Old Classic Series? Read our full preview.
The Met Office predicts a sunny start to 2026 in London on January 1st, with bright spells giving way to afternoon clouds and evening drizzle. Get the full forecast.
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.
Rory McIlroy claims the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award after a stellar 2025, winning The Masters and leading Europe to Ryder Cup glory. Read the full story.
Rory McIlroy fought back tears honouring two fathers at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year after they lost daughters in the Southport attack. Read the full emotional story.
Thierry Henry to receive Lifetime Achievement at BBC Sports Personality. Full list of nominees for World Sport Star, Team of the Year and Young SPOTY revealed.
Olivier Rioux, the world's tallest teenager at 7ft 9in, scores his first collegiate field goal with a dunk for the Florida Gators. Read about his unique journey and impact.
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.
Your ultimate guide to London's New Year's Eve 2025. Discover Back to the 90s parties, exclusive restaurant reviews from Brigadiers to The Elizabeth, and unmissable deals. Make your night count.
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.
Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy shares his courageous response to a terminal diagnosis in a new BBC film. Plus, Sports Personality of the Year and festive treats. Discover what to watch.
The BBC Sports Personality of the Year shortlist is packed with champions. From England's Euro-winning heroines to a darts prodigy and an F1 world champion, we analyse each contender's claim to the trophy.