Cities worldwide are gearing up for New Year celebrations, from fireworks in Rio and Sydney to cultural traditions in Asia.

Auckland become the first major city to welcome 2025, with thousands of revelers counting down to the new year and cheering at colorful fireworks launched from New Zealand's tallest structure, Sky ...

Watch as New Zealand became one of the first countries in the world to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a spectacular fireworks ...

This special time allows people to reflect on the year that has passed, acknowledge its challenges and triumphs, and look ...

Being made an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit is extra special for Northland Māori educator Dr Te Tuhi Robust.

The Pacific island nation of Kiribati was the first country to ring in 2025, with its 133,500 citizens celebrating the new ...

Across the globe, 2025's arrival is celebrated with vibrant fireworks, cultural events, and shared traditions. From ...

New Zealand welcomed in the New Year on Tuesday night with a light show and fireworks over Auckland. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.

The Pacific island nation of Kiribati was the first country to ring in 2025, its 133,500 citizens celebrating the new year at 5 a.m. ET on Tuesday.

Other cities around the globe are readying with celebrations highlighting local cultures and traditions, after a year roiled by ongoing conflict ...

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Auckland has become the first major city to welcome 2025, with thousands of revelers counting ...