4 h. ago Salute to the Lionesses sees London kick off 2026 in style: Capital's patriotic New Year fireworks captivate millions with tributes to sporting greats taking centre stage

Tens of thousands of revellers descended on Britain's capital city this evening in a bid to catch a glimpse of Big Ben ringing in the New Year and more than 12,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky. 

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10 h. ago The NYE countdown begins: Britain prepares to welcome in 2026 in style as tens of thousands flock to London to watch Big Ben ring in the New Year with spectacular firework display on the Thames

Swathes of the capital are now closed off to the public for the spectacular annual show on the Thames.

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15 h. ago I’m a stylist. Here’s how to give your wardrobe a New Year reset

A Parisian luxury stylist explains how you can find your signature style in 2026

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16 h. ago Home design experts reveal their top interiors trends for 2026

From heritage maximalism to lighting as art, these are the key looks gaining traction

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43 h. ago The key things to consider if you’re thinking of getting a loft conversion

Need some extra space in your loft? Here’s some things to consider before going ahead

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48 h. ago Forget having a boyfriend – these are the trends that will be embarrassing in 2026

Last year, Vogue declared having a boyfriend was embarassing and as we enter a new calendar year, we have 12 months of new possibilities of what is hot and what’s definitely not. Helen Coffey wades into the debate and decides who or what will be out in the cold for at least 365 days

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62 h. ago Musselburgh races sold out for New Year's Day as punters kick off 2026 in style and £125k prize pot up for grabs

Punters are set to flock to the east coast course to kick off the year in style

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6 d. ago UK set to freeze over New Year's as Met Office rules on 'wintery hazards'

Partygoers planning to ring in 2026 in style are being warned to layer up, as the Met Office predicts a chilly New Year with near or below-average temperatures and the risk of rain or wintry showers

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7 d. ago The best vegan beauty products to try this Veganuary, according to industry experts

From make-up to body care – here are a beauty editors’ top vegan beauty picks

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1 week ago Beans in everything and going bitter: The food trends that will be huge in 2026

A packet of crisps and a chocolate bar just don’t quite do the trick anymore

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1 week ago The biggest fashion trends for 2026: Broad shoulders and 80s silhouettes are back

The biggest style shifts predicted for the new year – as predicted by celebrity stylist Ellis Ranson

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1 week ago Thursday news quiz: AI mishaps, fan fury and a tiny baby hippo

Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare?Welcome to the final Thursday news quiz of the year – a small festive tradition involving the news, a handful of jokes, and the knowledge that somewhere there are 1,057 pedants limbering up to find something to nitpick. And it is a bumper 20-question edition. Thank you for quizzing throughout the year, for your comments, corrections and good-natured quibbles, and most of all for the kind messages literally hundreds of you sent the quizmaster during the Great Thursday Quiz Hiatus of 2025™, when he was off sick. It really meant a lot. Allons-y!The Thursday quiz will return in the new year and wishes you a Merry Christmas, a great festive holiday period and all the best for 2026. Sign up for First Edition to get a Thursday quiz-style quiz of the year in your inbox on Christmas Day. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Why celebrities are loving crypto again in Trump’s second term

From athletes such as Tristan Thompson to artists such as Iggy Azalea, celebrities have returned to hawking cryptoFollowing the numbers suggests Tristan Thompson is nearing the end of his basketball career. While the 6ft 9in center once regularly played more than 80 games in a regular season, he’s hit new career lows, appearing just 40 times on court during the 2024-2025 season. Following the money, however, suggests Thompson is pivoting into a new career. He’s rebranded as a crypto investor, consultant and brand ambassador, bringing his relative cultural cache to the blockchain. Now the host of his own podcast, Courtside Crypto, he has made frequent appearances with other crypto celebrities, such as at the Nasdaq in September, when he celebrated the IPO of an explicitly nationalist Bitcoin mining operation alongside Eric Trump; Thompson has also developed a crypto startup slated to launch in 2026.In 2025, crypto is back in style in Washington and among a growing set in Hollywood, w...

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2 w. ago How to style Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2026 – Cloud Dancer

This calming white is a win-win with creatives and decor enthusiasts, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

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3 w. ago These Are The Most Spectacular New Year’s Eve 2025 Plans In London

These Are The Most Spectacular New Year’s Eve 2025 Plans In London - The Best Rooftops, Dinners And Countdown Parties To Welcome 2026 In Style  Secret London

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3 w. ago Interior designer reveals the colours that are making your house look dated

Luxury interior designer Jo Hamilton, from London, revealed the colours home style lovers should leave in 2025 - and how to style the one unexpected shade that is set to be the hottest thing in 2026.

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3 w. ago Pantone reveals its Colour of the Year. Here’s how to wear it

Cloud Dancer is described as a ‘perfect blank slate’

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4 w. ago When are the IBA World Championships? Dates and start times for £6m amateur boxing tournament

THE IBA amateur boxing world championships return this year in Dubai with a never-before-seen prize pot up for grabs. Staged over 12 days, the world's best talent from the amateur code compete for medals and money while representing their countries. Over 100 nations and 400 boxers are involved, including six from Britain. SunSport has all...

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