People all over the world say "Happy New Year." It was January 1, 2026. Many people had parties. Some people were quiet.
Many people feel good. They hope for good things. This is for the future.
Sydney, Australia, had pretty lights. This was after sad events. The lights show people are strong. They want to be happy again.
Other places had parties too. New Zealand and Kiribati had fun. In Seoul, a bell rang. This is a old way. It helps bad luck go away.
China and Hong Kong also celebrated. People in America had parties. The President made a change. Some soldiers moved.
New Year's Eve showed many things. People were happy. They also remembered sad times. People celebrate and face hard things.