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Ancient Babylonians first celebrated the new year over 4,000 years ago.

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History of New Year's Eve
History of New Year's Eve
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Ancient Babylonians first celebrated the new year over 4,000 years ago.

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The Corkscrew
The Corkscrew
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The corkscrew has been a popular--and useful--gadget for hundreds of years, but it might not be around forever.

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Champagne Toast
Champagne Toast
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New Year's celebrations often include a champagne toast at midnight, but do you know the right way to pop the cork?

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Times Square Ball Drop
Times Square Ball Drop
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The new year countdown in Times Square includes the iconic ball drop and attracts millions of people each year.

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New Year's Day Feast
New Year's Day Feast
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New Year's Day often includes a feast of foods to symbolize health, luck and prosperity in the coming year.

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Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year
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The 15-day long Chinese New Year celebration originated from an ancient Chinese legend of the monster Nian.

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History of Rosh Hashanah
History of Rosh Hashanah
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In Hebrew Rosh Hashanah means head of the year and is the first of 10 Jewish high holy days that end with Yom Kippur.

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