UK prepares to usher in New Year as crowds brave cold to gather in London
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UK prepares to usher in New Year as crowds brave cold to gather in London
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"Thousands of people have braved the cold to see in the new year at London's firework display as the UK prepares to usher in 2026. Despite the temperature hovering around zero degrees, huge crowds gathered along the River Thames in advance of the firework spectacular, which will be set off near the London Eye at midnight and will be watched on TV by millions across the country."
The Independent covers reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech through on-the-ground reporting and investigative work. The outlet investigates financials such as Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC and produces documentaries like 'The A Word' spotlighting American women fighting for reproductive rights. The Independent relies on donations to fund journalists and maintains free access to reporting and analysis without paywalls, believing quality journalism should be paid for by those who can afford it. Thousands of people braved near-zero temperatures to watch London's New Year fireworks along the River Thames. Tickets sold out, viewing areas closed early, and Primrose Hill remained shut until 6am due to changes in Royal Parks policing.
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