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01-01-2026
The article discusses how people around the world celebrated New Year's Eve 2026, with various events and festivities taking place in different cities. The celebrations were marked by increased security measures in some places, while others were toned down due to recent tragedies. The article highlights the different ways people welcomed the new year, including fireworks displays, concerts, and other events.
Entities: Hong Kong, Sydney, Australia, Brazil, Copacabana Beach • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
01-01-2026
A fire broke out at a New Year's party in a bar at the Crans-Montana ski resort in southern Switzerland, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The fire occurred around 1:30 a.m. at the Le Constellation lounge bar, where approximately 100 people were present. Emergency services responded quickly, and rescue efforts are ongoing. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and a press conference is scheduled for later in the day. Crans-Montana is a popular high-end ski resort known for its year-round sunshine and upscale amenities.
Entities: Crans-Montana, Switzerland, Le Constellation lounge bar, Gaetan Lathion, Valais • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
01-01-2026
A fire broke out at a bar called 'Le Constellation' in Crans-Montana, a ski resort municipality in the Swiss Alps, during New Year's celebrations, resulting in multiple deaths and injuries. The fire started around 1:30 a.m. on January 1, 2026, with over 100 people in the building. Police spokesperson Gaëtan Lathion reported many injured and dead, and a reception center and helpline were set up for impacted families. The investigation is in its early stages, with a news conference scheduled for 10 a.m. in Crans-Montana.
Entities: Crans-Montana, Swiss Alps, Le Constellation, Gaëtan Lathion, New Year's celebrations • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: negative • Intent: inform
01-01-2026
Thousands of people gathered in Times Square on New Year's Eve to celebrate the start of 2026 despite the cold weather. The event drew spectators from around the world who came to watch the midnight ball drop, don novelty glasses, and sing along to traditional New Year's songs. The celebration was a major logistical undertaking for the city, with a significant security presence provided by the New York City Police Department. The event also held special meaning for New York City as Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as mayor at midnight, succeeding Eric Adams. Revelers expressed a mix of emotions as they reflected on the past year and looked forward to the new one.
Entities: Times Square, New York City, New Year's Eve, Liam Stack, Soyeon Kim • Tone: positive • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
