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flag Global New Year celebrations in 2026 featured fireworks and reflection, with some cities scaling back due to tragedies.

flag With fireworks, light shows, and contemplative moments, 2026 was celebrated globally, starting in the Pacific and moving westward. flag Large-scale events were held in major cities like Sydney, Tokyo, Seoul, and New York, while some areas scaled back because of tragedies, such as Hong Kong following a fatal fire, Indonesia after natural disasters, and Gaza amid ongoing conflict. flag Following a mass shooting in Sydney, there was a minute of silence and increased security. flag Scotland emphasized kindness during Hogmanay, while Pope Leo XIV urged compassion. flag People all over the world expressed hope for rebirth, peace, and resiliency in the new year despite geopolitical tensions and economic worries.

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