With countdowns and fireworks, partygoers in cities across the world ushered in the first New Year’s Day without Covid-19 restrictions since the pandemic began in 2020.

placeholder image — With countdowns and fireworks, partygoers in cities across the world ushered in the first New Year’s Day without Covid-19 restrictions since the pandemic began in 2020.

In Pictures: Ringing in 2023 around the world

By Staff reporter

Published 31st Dec 2022, 18:11 GMT

Updated 31st Dec 2022, 18:25 GMT

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