Budget 2026: the main talking points
For January eyes only: Turner paintings go on display at National Gallery
31 works by JMW Turner, which as per a 126-year-old agreement can only be shown in January, are back on display in the National Gallery. Video: Nick Bradshaw
From traffic congestion to musical trends: inside the Young Scientist Exhibition
Covering everything from traffic congestion to plants on the pill, the Young Scientist Exhibition offers a world of solutions to everyday issues.
P-8 plane recording from air traffic control communications
A review of air traffic control communications confirms the P-8 travelled across Ireland for operational purposes.
US will run Venezuela 'judiciously and fairly', says Trump
US president Donald Trump has said the United States is “going to run” Venezuela indefinitely in the aftermath of the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Video: Reuters
January 2026 marks 50th anniversary of tit-for-tat sectarian murders in Northern Ireland
January 2026 marks 50th anniversary of tit-for-tat sectarian murders in Northern Ireland when sixteen people were murdered In the space of less than 24 hours.
Eyewitness video shows moment fire starts inside Swiss ski resort bar
Eyewitness video on social media appears to show the moment a fire broke out inside Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland.
Arrests made as New Year's Eve celebrations turn chaotic in Amsterdam
Several people were detained over the reckless use of fireworks during New Year celebrations at Dam Square in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Video: Anadolu
New Year's celebrations from around the world
Cities across the world rang in 2026 with fireworks, light shows and live performances. Video: Reuters/Alan Betson
Zohran Mamdani sworn in as New York City's new mayor
New York City ushered in the New Year with a new mayor, as Zohran Mamdani took the oath of office at midnight on January 1st. Video: Reuters
From New Zealand to Hong Kong: countries start to ring in 2026
Countries across the world have begun to ring in 2026 with fireworks and light shows. Video: Reuters