Revellers were given an unexpected pop culture crossover during London’s iconic New Year Eve fireworks display, as the jet2holidays advert meme made a surprise appearance.

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Russia has released video claiming to show one of the 91 Ukrainian drones it alleges carried out an attack on one of Vladimir Putin’s residences.

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CNN anchor rebukes departing official during New Year’s Eve broadcast from Times Square but concedes he ‘may have dented the rat population’

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Zohran Mamdani became the first New York City mayor to be sworn in using the Quran, in a symbolic inauguration performed at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve.

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A new documentary claims King Charles “upset a lot of people in authority” in his commitment to environmental conservation.

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The 24-year-old has signed a new deal with the Premiership club after his return from the NFL

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Derek Egan has been charged with trespassing on a protected site

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The Prince of Wales's former butler has predicted a big 2026 for Prince William, the Princess of Wales, and their children.

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Victoria and Cruz Beckham channeled their inner Tom Cruise to recreate an iconic dance from one of the actor’s signature films.

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David Davies talks us through some of his favourite images that he captured across the year.

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Labour London mayor hits out at the US President’s ‘pathetic name-calling’ and suggests warm meeting with Zohran Mamdani was just the New York mayor’s ‘diplomacy’

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While schools, government and banks are closed on New Year’s Day, most major retailers across the U.S. will be open, with many offering discounts on older inventory to clear the way for newer products

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The Italian departs with the club fifth in the Premier League table, 15 points adrift of leaders Arsenal

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Here’s how viewers can be part of the iconic show

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Met Office warns frequent and heavy snow showers may lead to travel disruption

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Whether you prefer ale, stout or lager, there’s a booze-free beer for everyone

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The Italian departs with the club fifth in the Premier League table.

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Save £200 with Crystal Ski voucher codes

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