The new year is almost upon us and plans to welcome it have begun to roll out across the board with celebrations planned in most major cities, including New York City, which hosts the iconic Times ...

It’s out with the old and in with the new in Times Square this year as the famous New Year’s Eve ball drop rings in 2026 with a dazzling new ball — the largest in the history of an event that started ...

It was more than 100 years ago, and there was no ball to drop. But, a report said, the crowd was “hysterical.” By James Barron Good morning. It’s Tuesday. Today we’ll look at how New Year’s Eve in ...

The New York Times started the tradition in 1907, and this year’s ball drop will be a reminder that The Times played a role in making New Year’s Eve what it is. By James Barron In just a few hours, a ...

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