Cyprus Times

World Welcomes 2026 with Fireworks and Celebrations

Published December 31, 2025, 20:05
World Welcomes 2026 with Fireworks and Celebrations

The world bid farewell to 2025 and welcomed 2026 with spectacular fireworks displays and traditional celebrations. In Sydney, 40,000 fireworks lit up the sky, while in Hong Kong the display was cancelled as a sign of mourning for the recent fire. In Seoul, the ringing of the Bosingak bell marked the start of the new year, and at the Great Wall of China, the Year of the Horse was celebrated. In Croatia, the tradition of the midday countdown continued, with residents diving into the icy waters of Lake Bajer. In New York, preparations for the Times Square ball drop are underway. President Trump expressed optimism for 2026, highlighting the country's strong economy and borders.