New Year's Eve.

Fireworks displays: Illuminating the night sky with dazzling fireworks is a popular way to welcome the new year.

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Fill in Countdowns: People often gather in public squares or at parties to countdown the final seconds of the year and cheer as the clock strikes midnight some text

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Kissing at midnight: Sharing a kiss with a loved one at the stroke of midnight is a romantic tradition in many cultures.

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Times Square Ball Drop in New York City: One of the most famous New Year's Eve celebrations, f

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Sydney Harbour Fireworks: A spectacular display of fireworks over Sydney Harbour, one of the first major cities to welcome the new year.

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Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach: A massive street party with music, dancing, and fireworks on the iconic Copacabana Beach.

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London's Big Ben Chimes: The iconic Big Ben clock chimes in the new year, accompanied by fireworks over the River Thames.

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