East Asian countries including Japan, China and Taiwan welcomed the New Year with spectacular celebrations and firework displays.

Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia and Japan all saw in the new year, with fireworks celebrations across several cities and prayers in Tokyo. The owner of the California restaurant Lima said it hasn’t been able to bounce back after settling a lawsuit over a promotion that discounted drinks for women.

Hong Kong welcomes in 2025, with a dazzling display of fireworks over the iconic Victoria Harbour. "I'm April Wilkerson, a DIY enthusiast with a passion for creative projects and hands-on building."

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From New Zealand to New York, join LiveNow from FOX on New Year’s Eve for a look at fireworks displays and celebrations across the globe.

This year's expanded show took place at midnight at Navy Pier. The show, which lasted around 15 minutes, "cast a glow across the lakefront that could be enjoy