Major cities from Sydney to Paris cancel New Year's Eve celebrations due to terror threats and crowd safety concerns, while Los Angeles events proceed despite foiled bomb plot. Read the latest updates.
West Midlands Police issue urgent warning over fake social media posts advertising non-existent New Year's Eve fireworks displays in Birmingham city centre for 2026.
Ring in 2026 with the perfect fizz. Our expert picks from £13.99 to £90 cover every budget, featuring award-winners from Tesco, Majestic and more. Find your celebratory bottle here.
Motorists warned of a 40% surge in car insurance claims on New Year's Eve. Experts urge caution and vehicle checks to stay safe and avoid soaring premiums.
Plan your post-Christmas shopping with our guide to opening hours for Bullring, Merry Hill, and other major centres from December 29 to January 2. Find key times for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day.
Motorists have just three days left to use Asda Express's 3p-per-litre fuel discount. Save on petrol while grabbing last-minute New Year's Eve party supplies. Act now before the offer expires.
Your guide to the UK's New Year's Eve fireworks laws. Know the 1am cut-off, buying restrictions, and penalties to avoid fines or prison. Stay legal this celebration.
Snag the perfect New Year's Eve outfit without overspending. River Island's chic high-neck mesh midi dress is now just £16.75 – a stunning £25 saving on the original price.
Shoppers praise Next's £38 sequin dress for its flattering fit and festive sparkle, ideal for New Year's Eve. Discover the top-rated partywear options from Next and M&S for 2026.
Severe winter storms across the US north-east have caused massive flight cancellations and delays, disrupting millions of travellers during the busy festive period. Stay informed on the latest travel updates.
Major rail engineering works will close London Liverpool Street and disrupt Waterloo over Christmas. With 472,000 battery failures predicted, drivers are urged to check cars for festive travel.
Plan your New Year's Eve with our guide to West Midlands Railway's early shutdowns, engineering works, and replacement bus services from Dec 27. Check last train times now.
Plan your perfect New Year's Eve in Birmingham with our guide to six major ticketed events, from themed balls to massive festival-style parties. Find venues, music, and prices for 2025.
Discover Next's Champagne Gold Metallic Super Wide Trousers, the £42 high-fashion alternative to a dress for New Year's Eve. Shoppers are raving and buying all three colours. Find out why.
Co-op forecasts Prosecco sales will surpass milk on 24 December, with over 250,000 bottles stocked. Its award-winning fizz is now £6.50 for members. Read the festive retail surge.
Challenge your wits this Christmas Eve with our festive trivia quiz. From Formula One to Nobel Prizes and Discworld, see how many answers you know. Try it now!
Dramatic weather maps forecast a return of the 'Beast from the East' with snow and -6C wind chill for eastern England on New Year's Eve. Get the latest UK forecast and travel warnings.
Latest weather maps predict a dramatic New Year's Eve freeze, with snow for eastern England and temperatures feeling as low as -6C. Get the full forecast and travel warnings here.
The beloved NORAD Santa Tracker is live for Christmas Eve 2025. Use the interactive tool to follow Father Christmas's global journey, see when he'll reach England, and discover the heartwarming story behind this festive tradition.
Pat and Bob Pembleton from Stapleford celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary today. Their daughters are visiting from New Zealand for a festive family reunion. Read their heartwarming story.
Your complete guide to the Christmas Eve TV schedule for 2025, featuring festive films, specials, and shows across all major UK channels. Plan your viewing now!
A major warning has been issued for ATM users in England this Wednesday, as a £370 million cash rush is forecast. Plan your withdrawals to avoid empty machines.
The full Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menus for HMP Birmingham's 1,450 inmates have been disclosed. See the meal choices, from halal options to festive treats.
Shoppers praise Amazon's £12.99 New Year's Eve decoration set with 51 items for a classy party. Includes garlands, foil balloons & photo props. Get ready for 2026!
Don't get caught out this festive season. Our complete guide details the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day opening times for all major UK supermarkets in 2025.
Nestlé hints at new confectionery products as social media buzz suggests a caramel-flavoured KitKat Chunky could hit UK shelves as early as February 2026.
Staff shortages cause major CrossCountry train cancellations and delays through Birmingham New Street on Dec 22, disrupting travel from Nottingham to Cardiff. Check your journey.
Shoppers at Aldi, Lidl, Tesco and more can save big on festive food by timing their Christmas Eve shop right. Expert reveals the exact 'golden hours' for yellow sticker discounts.
Shoppers at Aldi, Lidl, Tesco and more can bag festive food bargains by timing their Christmas Eve shop right. Expert reveals the exact 'golden hours' for discounts.
Tracey Mertens was doused in petrol and set alight on church steps in 1994. With her dying breaths, she gave police a description of her attackers, who remain at large. A £30,000 reward is still active.