As Lethbridge residents found unique ways to welcome 2026, a flurry of national stories unfolded, from Olympic team selections and weather alerts to new laws and health recalls. Get the full New Year's Eve recap.
Toronto and the GTA prepare for a chilly New Year's Eve with city-led celebrations. Get the latest on events, weather, and closures as 2025 comes to a close.
Greece and Cyprus welcome 2026 without traditional fireworks displays due to a new ban. Explore the reasons behind the policy and how celebrations adapted globally.
In his New Year's Eve address, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated Ukraine is 90% towards a peace agreement with Russia but warns the final 10% involves critical, unresolved security and territorial issues. Read the full analysis.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky tells citizens they are close to a peace agreement. Read his full New Year's Eve message and analysis of the ongoing conflict.
Toronto and the GTA prepare for New Year's Eve with fireworks and music. Police urge safe travel plans. Get details on celebrations and road closures.
As 2025 ends, Montrealers downtown share their goals for the new year—or their decision to skip resolutions altogether. Discover the local hopes and plans for 2026.
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his annual New Year's address to rally troops in Ukraine, framing the war as an existential struggle. The speech follows alleged drone attacks and claims of battlefield gains. Read the latest on the nearly four-year c
As 2025 ends, Windsor residents share their goals for self-improvement, health, and community in the new year. Discover the local hopes for 2026.
Downtown Windsor is set for a vibrant New Year's Eve celebration to welcome 2026. Get details on events, safety tips from police, and how to plan your night.
Southern Alberta residents can expect unseasonably mild conditions to ring in 2026. Get the full forecast and see how other Canadian cities are preparing for New Year's Eve weather.
Calgary is set to host a wide array of New Year's Eve events to ring in 2026. Discover the city's plans for a memorable celebration.
Plan your first day of 2026 in Regina. Discover outdoor skating, skiing, the Lt.-Gov.'s Levee, facility hours, and what's closed for the holiday.
A comprehensive look back at the major events that shaped Canada in 2025, from devastating wildfires and new laws to the NHL's Olympic return and public safety incidents. Discover the year's defining moments.
Plan your first day of 2026 in Montreal with our essential guide to city services, transit schedules, and business hours for the statutory holiday.
New York's Times Square reveals its largest-ever crystal ball for the 2026 New Year's Eve celebration, featuring new technology and dazzling lights. Discover the details of this iconic tradition.
Governor General Mary Simon shares her annual New Year's message, reflecting on Canadian unity and looking ahead to 2026. Read her full statement of hope and resilience.
Your guide to celebrating New Year's Eve 2025 in Montreal's Old Port. Festivities run from 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. Plan your night with our essential details.
Explore the timeless tradition of singing 'Auld Lang Syne' at midnight on New Year's Eve. Discover the Scottish poem's history and its powerful role in uniting people worldwide as they welcome 2026.
Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted national technological achievements and reaffirmed the commitment to Taiwan reunification in his New Year's Eve address. Read the full analysis.
Sydney's iconic New Year's Eve celebrations for 2026 began with a poignant tribute to victims of the Bondi attack, as fireworks lit up the harbour. Read more about the commemorative event.
Russian President Vladimir Putin used his New Year's address to declare Russia's victory in Ukraine is inevitable. Read the full statement and international context.
Global stock markets showed mixed results on December 31, 2025, with several exchanges closed for the New Year. The AP reports on the year's final trading session.
Hong Kong cancels its iconic New Year's Eve fireworks display over Victoria Harbour following the city's deadliest fire in decades. A sombre celebration marks the start of 2026.
New Zealand's Auckland launched 2026 with a spectacular fireworks display. Meanwhile, Canadians across the country celebrated New Year's Eve with local events and weather challenges. Read more about the global welcome to 2026.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Waterloo Region and Guelph with our guide to celebrations, events, and festivities for December 31, 2025. Find the perfect way to welcome 2026.
Moncton gears up for a massive New Year's Eve celebration with the Family Fun Fest. Co-chair Shane Esson promises an unforgettable evening of family-friendly festivities to ring in 2026.
Plan your New Year's in Winnipeg with our complete guide to city services, transit, and business hours for December 31 and January 1. Find out what's open and closed.
Ring in 2026 in Edmonton with a final party at Chvrch of John, a free Ice District tailgate with Owen Riegling, and concerts at Black Dog & Churchill Square. Get all the details.
Plan your January 1st in Toronto with our detailed guide. Find out which city services, transit, and businesses are operating on the holiday.