Sydney NYE 2025: Heightened Police Presence After Bondi
Sydney authorities announce a major police operation for New Year's Eve 2025, following the Bondi Junction attack. Discover the security plans and event details.
Sydney authorities announce a major police operation for New Year's Eve 2025, following the Bondi Junction attack. Discover the security plans and event details.
Hollyoaks kicks off 2026 with major drama. Lucas steals drugs, Frankie confronts her stalker, and Ste's secret affair threatens to explode. All the spoilers here.
Sarina Wiegman receives honorary damehood as England's triumphant Lionesses and Red Roses dominate the New Year Honours list. Read the full list of sporting heroes recognised.
Sainsbury's CEO Simon Roberts receives a CBE for services to retail, leading a list of business figures honoured. Discover the full list of recipients and their achievements.
Meera Syal, Gabby Logan and Richard Osman lead arts and media figures in the New Year Honours list. Read about the pioneers and creators being celebrated for their services.
Two of Keir Starmer's closest allies, Anneliese Dodds and Jonathan Ashworth, have been recognised in the New Year Honours list for their political and charitable service. Read the full story.
Idris Elba and Meera Syal are knighted and made a dame in the New Year Honours. Torvill, Dean, and England's sporting heroes also receive recognition. Read the full list of recipients.
An analysis of Guardian readers' 2025 resolutions reveals a collective shift towards security and control, mirroring broader societal anxieties. Discover what our pledges say about the current moment.
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.
Actor Idris Elba receives a knighthood for his work against knife crime. Torvill, Dean, Warwick Davis and Lionesses also honoured. Full list of recipients revealed.
Idris Elba, England's Lionesses, and ice legends Torvill & Dean lead the 2025 New Year Honours list, with 1,157 people recognised for outstanding contributions. Discover the full list of recipients.
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.
Dozens of Kent residents have been honoured for their outstanding contributions to public service, charity, arts, and business in the 2025 New Year Honours list. Discover the local heroes.
Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo, Meera Syal, and Richard Osman are among the stars honoured in the Greater London New Year list for their services to arts and charity.
King Charles III's 2026 New Year Honours list recognises hundreds of Londoners, including Sir Idris Elba for anti-knife crime work, Matt Lucas, and Meera Syal. See the full list of recipients.
Metropolitan Police urge public not to attempt entry to sold-out Mayor's fireworks. Plan travel, use 999 only for emergencies, and avoid Primrose Hill. Stay safe welcoming 2026.
TV star Olivia Attwood reveals her budget-friendly primer and setting spray tips to lock your glam in place all night. Discover the products she swears by for a perfect 2026 celebration.
Your complete guide to welcoming 2026 across Australia. Discover fireworks times, family events, party zones and weather forecasts for Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and all capital cities.
The UK faces a sharp temperature drop from New Year's Day, with snow alerts for Scotland and amber cold health warnings issued for northern England. Forecasters warn of dangerous travel conditions and significant health impacts.
Ditch the NYE stress. Our guide reveals how to host a simple, enjoyable evening with prosecco, champagne, lambrusco, or soju. Discover four top bottles to try.
The Met Office warns of significant snow, ice, and travel disruption as a polar vortex sweeps the UK from New Year's Day. Get the latest forecasts and safety advice here.
The DWP and HMRC have announced changes to State Pension and benefit payment dates over New Year. Find out if your money is arriving early and the key dates you need to know.
A South London chef reveals a 'secret' method for cutting limes that improves juice flow for cocktails and tacos. The simple hack has amazed viewers online just in time for New Year's Eve celebrations.
Ahead of the Premier League's New Year's Day fixture, Brentford and Tottenham face a major injury crisis with 13 players confirmed out and two major doubts. Get the full team news here.
NSW Premier Chris Minns announces a major security overhaul for Sydney's New Year's Eve, including police with machine guns and potential army deployment, following the Bondi attack.
NSW Premier urges public defiance after Bondi terror attack as police deploy in unprecedented numbers with new firepower for Sydney's New Year's Eve celebrations.
The UKHSA issues an amber cold health alert as temperatures are forecast to plummet below freezing from New Year's Day, posing serious health risks. Learn how to stay safe.
A yellow cold health alert is in force for London as temperatures are forecast to plummet after New Year's Day 2026, posing serious risks to vulnerable residents. Learn how to stay safe.
Skip the stress this New Year's Eve with Honey & Co's forgiving one-pot chicken and rice with tangy Iraqi amba. A simple, abundant buffet centrepiece perfect for a festive, fuss-free celebration.
Olympic legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean are reportedly set to be knighted and made a dame in the King's New Year Honours, nearly 50 years after their iconic gold medal win. Read the full story.