More than 300 million people in Iran and beyond celebrate the ancient holiday. It’s tied to the spring equinox and has roots in the Persian Empire. Here’s what to know.
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New Year’s Eve 2025: Photos of Celebrations Around the World
See how people across the globe celebrated.
Germany’s Chancellor Scholz Takes a Jab at Musk in New Year’s Eve Address
Chancellor Olaf Scholz said Germany’s election would “not be decided by the owners of social media channels” in his annual New Year’s Eve address.
New Year’s Eve Hogmanay Street Party Canceled in Edinburgh
The outdoor Hogmanay festivities were called off in Scotland’s capital as forecasters warned of rain, strong winds and snow across Britain.
Your Best Advice of 2024
As we start to look ahead, here’s the best advice that readers of The Morning received this year.
Your Favorite Things
Today, your highly personal, hyperspecific best-ofs of 2024.
Year in Review
As critics issue their year-end lists, we want to know your personal favorites of 2024.
In Israel, Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, Is More Bitter Than Sweet
On Rosh Hashana, many Israelis longed for a return to normalcy after a year of escalating wars for the country.
The Debate Over January
The seemingly trivial debate over the merits of winter offers an outlet for seasonal frustration.
Resolving New Year’s Resolutions
What does it take to finally make a resolution stick?