The Latest Breaking News from New Year

Key business leaders have jointly called on the government to put a cap on the fuel tariff (Ft), a main component of electricity prices, for one year as another "New Year gift" to help Thailand avoid unpleasant impacts as the economy recovers.

Christmas is the perfect time to catch up with people you may have not seen in months or even years.

While the weather may be cold, there's nothing like getting out and shaking the cobwebs off at one of our local beauty spots

While the weather may be cold, there's nothing like getting out and shaking the cobwebs off at one of our local beauty spots

Christmas and New Year bin collections for Newcastle, Sunderland, Northumberland, South Tyneside, North Tyneside, Durham and Gateshead

Train controllers have agreed not to strike over the upcoming New Year’s holiday weekend after reaching a deal with management. Their strike this weekend has created chaotic conditions for hundreds of thousands of people who are travelling for the Christmas holiday.

Miko shrine maidens add the finishing touches to bush clover branches decorated with mayudama ornaments resembling silkworm cocoons at Kinomiya Shrine in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture. Silkworm cocoons have long been associated with New Year prayers for family health and business prosperity in Atami, a silk-producing area. The shrine is preparing…

These budget paint hacks will freshen up your home for the New Year, says Sam Wylie-Harris.

Towards Christmas, weather conditions across the UK are likely to be less cold than of late - although there will be a north south divide - as looking into the New Year, the conditions will be more changeable

Pattaya Municipality has announced the cancellation of fireworks planned as part of its New Year countdown activities from Dec 29-31. The city did not give reasons for the change in plans.

Astrologists recommend the self-improvement areas to focus on next year. By Katie Wright.