New York experiences its first significant December snow since 2018, while Storm Emilia spawns a tornado in southern Spain, causing extensive damage to festive displays. Explore the weather extremes.
The Met Office forecasts a 'very low' chance of snow on Christmas Day 2025, with drier conditions expected. Find out the official definition and historical odds.
Will it snow on Christmas Day 2025? We examine the UK forecast, the Met Office's definition, and look back at historic white Christmases, including the last widespread one in 2010.
Rosa von Praunheim, the provocative German film-maker whose 1971 film sparked a 'Stonewall moment', has died aged 83, days after marrying his partner. Read about his legacy.
Remembering Faith Evans, the highly qualified secretary whose timely phone call launched a career in publishing and a lifelong friendship. Discover her story in jazz and literature.
A star-studded ensemble including Janine Jansen and Kian Soltani launched Beare's new Cultural Trust with a sold-out London concert of Schubert and Schoenberg masterpieces.
Explore the City of London's dazzling festive installations for 2025. From lantern trails to Snoopy sculptures, discover the magic with our guide to the BIDs' Christmas events.
The Dardenne brothers' 'Young Mothers' is named the UK's 3rd best film of 2025. A powerful return to form, it explores teen mums with empathy and dignity. Read the full review.
Hay Festival President Stephen Fry launches a national book recommendation drive to reverse the worrying drop in reading for pleasure in the UK. Join the campaign and submit your unputdownable reads.
The Met Office's latest forecast hints at a shift to calmer weather for Christmas, but could snow fall? Discover the UK regions with the best chance of festive snow and the history of white Christmases.
At least three writers pull out of Hay festival Cartagena in protest at Nobel laureate María Corina Machado's support for US intervention in Venezuela. Discover the controversy.
The Starmus festival, co-founded by Brian May, announces a new award honouring the late Jane Goodall. The medal will recognise global efforts to improve the planet, with the first winners revealed in October 2025.
Tom Hanks & Meg Ryan's classic rom-com 'Sleepless in Seattle' gets its first live concert performance at London's Royal Festival Hall on Valentine's Day 2026. Book tickets now.
From 1-metre extreme mullets to toddler categories, Mulletfest 2025 in Kurri Kurri, NSW, celebrated the iconic hairstyle with bogan games, tyre lifting, and family fun. See the winners.
Legendary actor Michael Caine, 92, appears to retire for a fourth time while accepting a lifetime achievement award at the Red Sea International Film Festival in Saudi Arabia.
Covent Garden's festive Snow Flurry is back, offering guaranteed hourly 'snowfall' from 2-31 December. Discover the magical schedule for London's most reliable winter spectacle.
Will London see snow on Christmas Day 2025? Get the latest betting odds and the Met Office forecast for the capital. Discover the full details here.
The 9th Aldgate in Winter Festival is back on 4th & 5th December with a lantern parade, community feast, live music, and festive workshops. Join the free celebration in Aldgate Square.
The Central London Alliance's 2025 Sports Festival concluded a five-month run, engaging over 30,000 people and revitalising central London's public spaces. Discover how sport drove economic recovery.
Weather maps predict a 30-hour Arctic snow barrage hitting the UK from December 11. Scotland and northern England brace for significant snowfall. Get the latest forecast details here.
Jailed Iranian director Jafar Panahi premieres a darkly comic critique of state violence and bribery at Cannes. His film 'It Was Just an Accident' hits UK cinemas 5 December.
At the Marrakech film festival, Jodie Foster reflects on her child actor start, the dangers for young performers, and why she'd never choose the profession now.
Acclaimed Iranian film-maker Jafar Panahi, 65, receives a one-year prison sentence and two-year travel ban for 'propaganda activities'. His lawyer confirms an appeal will be filed. Read the latest.
The Philharmonia Orchestra, under Santtu-Matias Rouvali, premiered Fazıl Say's 'Mother Earth' at London's Royal Festival Hall. Read our review of this powerful climate-themed concerto.
Reading and Leeds Festival unveils its first wave of 2026 headliners, marking the first time in 25 years all top acts are British or Irish. Leeds Main Stage also expands to Thursday.
Will the UK have a white Christmas in 2025? Discover the official Met Office definition, historical snow data, and the latest weather forecast for the festive period.
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
The opera world mourns Sir Donald McIntyre, the celebrated New Zealand-born bass-baritone who became a Wagnerian legend at Bayreuth and Covent Garden. Discover his remarkable career.
Violinist Nicola Benedetti delivered a captivating evening of musical canapés at the Royal Albert Hall with her unconventional ensemble. A celebration of a virtuoso still at the top of her game.
Your essential guide to 2026's hottest UK and European music festivals. From Glastonbury's break to exclusive Lily Allen shows, discover lineups, dates and how to get tickets.