2016 arrived with a display of enthusiasm and celebration as cities around the world welcomed a new year.
First in Australia, 2016 spread westward, arriving last in the Americas. As the new year took hold in international metropolises, people partied.
RELATED:Suspected terror plot prompts Rochester to cancel New Year’s Eve fireworks Fireworks and crowds were everywhere, but there were also confetti angels and police – plenty of police.
Here are some of the moments captured as populations celebrated a new beginning.
Sports
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Nuggets forward Michael Porter Jr. heads into playoffs against Lakers after trying week for family
Mario Andretti offended by F1 rejection. ‘If they want want blood, well, I’m ready,’ says 1978 champ
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Thai plastics firm will pay $20 million to settle with U.S. over Iran sanctions violations
Mayor Adams restores $500 million for education, leaves open-ended questions about free child care in NYC
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