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Rain Soaks 137th Rose Parade as Tradition Rolls On in Pasadena

Wet‑weather planning kept the New Year's procession on schedule for a program that also honored 2025 wildfire survivors.

First Day Hikes Draw Crowds to State Parks Nationwide on New Year’s Day

Why January 1 Became New Year’s Day

Bless You Boys Opens New Year’s Resolutions Thread for Detroit Tigers

Viral '12 Grapes' New Year's Ritual Fuels Sellouts as Retailers Package the Tradition

Rain Likely for Rose Parade as Pasadena Finalizes Wet-Weather Plans

New Year 2026 Rituals Focus on Color, Cleansing and a Brief Boom in Lucky Goods

Russia’s ‘Wish Tree’ Charity Launches 2025 Drive With New Rules and Wider Reach

Times Square Unveils 2025 New Year’s Ball With 5,280 Waterford Crystals and First-Ever Circular Design

136th Rose Parade Welcomes 2025 with Floats, Bands, and Billie Jean King as Grand Marshal

Times Square Welcomes 2025 with Iconic Ball Drop and Star-Studded Performances

Why January 1 Became the Start of the New Year

Times Square Prepares for Iconic New Year's Eve Ball Drop