Quirky Global Christmas Traditions from KFC to Cats
Discover unique festive customs worldwide, from Japan's KFC feasts to Finland's candlelit cemeteries and Iceland's fearsome Yule Cat. Explore how the world celebrates.
Discover unique festive customs worldwide, from Japan's KFC feasts to Finland's candlelit cemeteries and Iceland's fearsome Yule Cat. Explore how the world celebrates.
Newly-released Irish state papers reveal Princess Diana's staff were 'far more skilled' in media battles and sought to upstage Prince Charles after their 1992 separation. Read the full story.
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton condemns a surge in 'blatant racism' amplified by social media, urging action against hate speech and divisive flag campaigns.
Explore the 2026 predictions of blind mystic Baba Vanga, including a devastating global war and a shift in Earth's orbit. Are these prophecies accurate? Read the full analysis.
Lloyds Bank reveals 90% of Oasis ticket fraud starts on social media, with average losses of £436. Learn how to protect yourself from scams in 2026.
Adenovirus cases are rising globally. Learn the full list of symptoms, how it spreads, and crucial advice from infectious disease experts to stay protected.
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth for allegedly advertising illegal people smuggling services on social media. A second man was found illegally in the UK. Read the full details.
A 29-year-old Indian national was detained in Handsworth on suspicion of advertising people smuggling on social media. The NCA and West Midlands Police seized electronic devices in the raid. Read the full details.
Virgin Media O2 employees have spread festive cheer by donating over 450 presents to Action for Children centres across the UK through the Giving Trees initiative. Discover how they're making a difference.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is reportedly weighing a social media ban for under-16s in the UK, closely monitoring Australia's new crackdown. Read the latest on the potential policy shift.
Lloyds Bank warns of a surge in social media scams, with customers losing an average of £436. Ticket and driving test frauds are on the rise. Learn how to protect yourself.
Lloyds Bank reveals the top five purchase scams of the year, with victims losing £436 on average. Learn how to protect yourself from ticket, vehicle, and social media fraud.
Eight TV channels, including MTV music stations and Pop kids' networks, are disappearing from Sky and Virgin Media. Find out the full list and what it means for viewers.
Adenovirus is causing a global spike in illness with eight key symptoms. Experts warn it is highly contagious and currently untreatable. Learn the signs and when to seek help.
Experts warn common Bluetooth gadgets like Alexa can cripple your home Wi-Fi. Discover the simple fix to boost your broadband speed today.
Staffordshire County Council deployed extra guards after a Reform UK-led meeting was disrupted by protesters demanding resignations over alleged racist social media posts. Read the latest.
Taylor Swift: The End of an Era episodes 3 and 4 drop on Disney+ on December 19th. Here are the global release times for the UK, US, Australia and more.
Haroon Zaman, 23, impersonated victims and hijacked their accounts to promote a fake cryptocurrency investment scheme, conning over £124,000. Read the full details of the SEROCU investigation.
New research reveals majority public satisfaction with BBC News quality and trust, despite facing criticism and a lawsuit from Donald Trump. Explore the full findings and expert analysis.
Virgin Media O2 has moved 1,100 staff to a new 'marquee' Manchester HQ. The telecoms giant says the city centre location boosts recruitment and hybrid working is here to stay. Read more.
Virgin Media O2 has moved its Manchester customer hub to a new city centre office, doubling job applications. The firm confirms hybrid working is permanent. Read more.
A grieving widower details his three-month struggle to transfer his late wife's Virgin Media account, facing repeated calls and paying double. Read his full story.
Attendees at Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 on 6 December are advised that filming and photography will take place for promotional use by Global and event sponsors. Learn how to opt out.
Netflix agrees a monumental $72bn (£54bn) deal to acquire Warner Bros, with HBO included. The deal, pending regulatory approval until 2027, signals a seismic shift in the entertainment industry. Read the full analysis.
A brief Cloudflare outage took Downdetector and countless websites offline, exposing the global economy's dangerous reliance on a few tech giants. Read the expert analysis.
I'm A Celebrity star Angry Ginge's normal job before online fame is revealed. Discover his journey from school dinner lady to jungle favourite and his £100k payday.
Staffordshire County Council leader Ian Cooper is under urgent investigation by Reform UK after allegations of racist and bigoted social media comments. Anti-racism group Hope Not Hate published the claims.
Capital's Jingle Bell Ball 2025 is sold out, but you can watch Ed Sheeran, RAYE & more live for free this weekend. Get all the streaming and TV broadcast details here.
A new global coalition, ALL IN, launches in London to accelerate action against gender-based violence, calling for leadership, funding, and prevention. #EndGBV
Ofcom issues its largest fine of the year to Virgin Media for putting vulnerable telecare customers at risk during the digital landline switch. Full details on the regulator's action.