Celebrations Around the World
As the clock struck midnight, various countries across the globe welcomed the New Year 2025 with grand festivities and spectacular displays.
Around the Pacific
Kiritimati, a small atoll in the Pacific Ocean, was the first to usher in the New Year. This remote island, also known as Christmas Island, is part of the island state of Kiribati. The celebrations in Kiritimati marked the beginning of a wave of festivities that would sweep across the globe.
Following Kiritimati, countries such as Samoa, Tonga, and New Zealand joined in the celebrations, each with their unique traditions and customs.
Australia’s Iconic Fireworks
In Australia, the city of Sydney bid farewell to 2024 with a dazzling fireworks display in front of the iconic Opera House. The event drew in approximately one million people to the port, with many more watching from boats and vantage points across the city.
The Sydney fireworks show, considered one of the largest and most spectacular in the world, featured a special performance by British singer Robbie Williams. His live recital added to the excitement and energy of the celebrations, setting the tone for the rest of the night.
A Global Chain of Celebrations
As the night wore on, the festivities in Australia gave way to a chain of celebrations that would take place across different time zones. From the Pacific to Europe, Asia, and the Americas, people came together to mark the beginning of a new year, each with their own unique traditions and customs.