The Latest Breaking News from New Year

Shares are higher in Asia in an upbeat start to the new year

Asian shares have begun the new year with an upbeat start, led by a 2% gain for Hong Kong's Hang Seng index

The Independent UK · Jan 2

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv orders mass evacuation from frontline regions as Russian troops advance

Ukraine said its forces ‘adhere to international law’

The Independent UK · Jan 2

Japan's emperor and his family greet New Year well-wishers

Japan’s Emperor Naruhito and his family are waving to a crowd of flag-waving New Year’s well-wishers gathered at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo

The Independent UK · Jan 2

Pink Breaks Silence After Spending New Year’s Eve Alone In Hospital

"Listen to the doctors. Let your family help you."

Bored Panda · Jan 1

Around 40 people killed and 115 injured in New Year fire at Swiss bar, police say

The fire broke out at about 1.30am at Le Constellation bar in the south-western Swiss resort, as revellers were celebrating the New Year

Evening Standard · Jan 1

Crans-Montana: Mourners pay tribute after deadly fire at Swiss ski resort

People gathered at a makeshift memorial in Crans-Montana to remember victims of a deadly bar fire during New Year celebrations.

Euronews · Jan 1

Illegal new year raves draw hundreds as partygoers left needing medical care

Some who attended the events at ‘unsuitable and potentially dangerous locations’ needed medical treatment for suspected drug-related illnesses, police said

The Independent UK · Jan 1

Winners of The Great New Year’s Bake Off revealed

The showstopper saw the returning bakers recreate a scene from their favourite Christmas film.

Evening Standard · Jan 1

Eric Adams issues scathing response to Andy Cohen after Bravo host blasts him during live New Year’s Eve rant

Cohen was appearing live on CNN from Times Square to ring in 2026 when he launched into his rant while holding a shot glass

The Independent UK · Jan 1

Swiss Ski Resort New Year Blaze Turns Party Into Massacre With Dozens Dead and Scores Burned

A devastating fire at a popular Alpine bar during New Year celebrations in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, has killed around 40 people and injured more than 100. Swiss authorities have launched a full investigation as emergency services struggle to cope with the human toll.

International Business Times UK · Jan 1