10 New Year's Eve Superstitions for 2026 Luck
Discover 10 unique New Year's Eve superstitions and traditions from around the world to try at midnight for good luck and prosperity in 2026. From polka dots to pomegranates.
Discover 10 unique New Year's Eve superstitions and traditions from around the world to try at midnight for good luck and prosperity in 2026. From polka dots to pomegranates.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and ice across Birmingham and the West Midlands from midnight Friday. Travel disruption is likely. Read the full forecast and advice.
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across the UK from January 2nd, warning of travel disruption and hazardous conditions. Stay informed with the latest forecast.
Birmingham faces a cold, wet New Year's Day with highs of just 6°C and scattered showers. Get the full Met Office forecast for the West Midlands and UK snow warnings.
A psychic reveals the one sign to spot on January 1st for a prosperous year. Learn how to create your own luck for 2026 without costly resolutions.
Your complete guide to the New Year's Day TV schedule for 2025. Find out what films, shows, and specials are airing on BBC One, BBC Two, ITV1, and Channel 4 to kick off 2026.
Discover six fantastic free New Year's Eve events in Birmingham for 2025. From live music to DJ sets, celebrate the start of 2026 without breaking the bank. Book your spot now!
Don't panic if you run out of food on January 1st. Many UK supermarkets are open on the bank holiday. Check our full list of opening times for Tesco, Sainsbury's, Asda and more.
Plan your shopping: Major UK retailers including Aldi, M&S, and Poundland will shut on January 1st. Check our full list to avoid disappointment.
Find out which major UK supermarkets are open on New Year's Day 2025 and their reduced trading hours. Plan your last-minute shopping for the bank holiday.
Next's Boxing Day sale offers huge savings, including popular satin jacquard wide-leg trousers now just £14.50. Discover the details and shopper reviews.
Rehab experts warn drivers to avoid getting behind the wheel on January 1st after New Year's Eve celebrations, as you could unknowingly be over the legal alcohol limit. Discover the facts and penalties.
West Midlands Police debunk viral rumours of a Birmingham city centre fireworks show for New Year's Eve, warning families to avoid disappointment. Read their official advice.
A 10-day cold health alert warns of significant strain on NHS and social care. Public urged to check on vulnerable as frost and wintry showers forecast.
Anthony Horn, 47, was discovered near Bridgewater Hall. His family believes freezing conditions contributed to his death. A tragic reminder of the homelessness crisis.
Birmingham's Bullring and city centre were packed with bargain hunters on Monday, December 29th, as major stores launched their post-Christmas sales. See the scenes and check opening hours.
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.
The Met Office warns of snow and wintry hazards for the first ten days of 2026. Get the full UK weather forecast and see where snow is expected to fall.
Boxing Day proved a 'bumper day' for UK retail as footfall jumped 4.4%, the strongest increase in over ten years. Discover how high streets, retail parks, and coastal towns performed.
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.
The last Sunday of 2025 in Birmingham will be mild but damp, with overcast skies and light showers. Here's your essential weather guide for 28 December.
Emergency services called to Budleigh Salterton after swimmers got into difficulty. Two men remain missing as police urge people not to swim on Boxing Day.
Plan your 2026 holidays now. Christmas Day on a Friday creates a long weekend, with Boxing Day moving to Monday. See all the key dates for England and Wales.
Start 2026 feeling refreshed with these unbeatable Wowcher spa deals across the UK, from London to County Durham. Discover luxury breaks, spa days, and pampering packages at a fraction of the cost.
A 'snow bomb' is now forecast to hit England on New Year's Day, not early January. Maps predict blizzards and feels-like temperatures of -6C. Read the latest forecast details.
The UK faces a six-day snow event starting January 1st, with maps showing widespread flurries. Find out which regions are most at risk and the latest Met Office forecast.
Explore the evolution of Birmingham's festive shopping, from iconic department store queues to online bargains. Discover how local traditions have transformed in the digital age.
Your complete guide to the Boxing Day TV schedule across major UK channels. Discover the best films, festive specials, and family shows to enjoy on 26th December 2025.
Forgot a crucial item on Christmas Day? Don't panic. Our guide reveals which shops can legally open, from small convenience stores to petrol stations, to save your festive day.