Cities large and small across the world prepare their own fireworks displays, concerts and other celebrations unique to their communities.
New Year Celebrations Around the World
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Revelers gather near the Arc de Triomphe on the Champs Elysees Avenue in Paris during New Year celebrations, Dec. 31, 2014.
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Fireworks explode behind the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben on the River Thames during New Year's celebrations in London, Jan. 1, 2015.
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A man paints "2015" with the light of a sparkler as he celebrates the New Year in Rome, Jan. 1, 2015.
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Revelers cheer in Times Square, New York, during the New Year's Eve celebration, Dec. 31, 2014.