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Hong Kong marked the start of 2026 with an immersive light show and countdown in the city’s Central district, replacing traditional fireworks. The government called off the annual fireworks display after a deadly fire in Tai Po in November.

Thousands gathered in front of the Taipei 101 tower as Taiwan welcomed the start of 2026. The nation’s tallest skyscraper lit up the sky with dazzling fireworks as the clock struck midnight.

Let’s face it — there was plenty of bad news throughout 2025. But between the grim headlines, there were also many moments that made us laugh and smile. Afua Baah takes one last look back at some of those memories.

Prime Minister Mark Carney faced several challenges in 2025 as Donald Trump’s tariffs shook the Canadian auto industry. Business Analyst Kris McCusker looks back at some of the top business stories of 2025.

A new Prime Minister took over in 2025, just as Donald Trump returned to the White House and introduced tariffs. Xiaoli Li looks at a wild and unprecedented year in Canadian politics.

King Charles was forced to walk a diplomatic tight rope this year as Donald Trump took aim at Canada’s sovereignty. Karling Donoghue looks at the delicate dance the head of the British monarchy was able to pull off in 2025. 

Australians welcomed the start of 2026 with the Sydney’s largest-ever fireworks display, which featured a waterfall effect falling from the top of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge.

A minute of silence was held in Sydney, Australia on New Year’s Eve. Those gathering were encouraged to switch on their phone torches as a symbol of solidarity with the Jewish community and those killed earlier this month at Bondi Beach.