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Protesters shoot fireworks at Albania prime minister’s office | Newsfeed

Protesters shoot fireworks at Albania prime minister’s office | Newsfeed

NewsFeed Police confronted protesters in Albania’s capital Tirana after demonstrators shot fireworks and threw petrol bombs at Prime Minister Edi Rama’s office, during an opposition rally demanding his resignation. Political tensions have escalated since December, when the deputy prime minister was indicted over suspected corruption. Published On 21 Feb 202621 Feb 2026 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Source link

There will be a Disney Cruise Line-themed fireworks sky show at Marina Bay in March

There will be a Disney Cruise Line-themed fireworks sky show at Marina Bay in March

As we count down to the maiden voyage of the highly anticipated Disney Adventure cruise in Singapore, fans can look forward to numerous Disney-themed activities around that period. In addition to the themed Wonderfall show at Changi Airport Terminal 2, there’s now a themed fireworks sky show where you can unleash your inner child. Happening at the Marina Bay precinct from Mar 13 to 15, the 10-minute showcase comprises fireworks that can be seen all around Marina Bay, set to iconic tunes from Disney movies, including When You Wish Upon A Star from Pinocchio and Let It Go from Frozen. Presented by UOB, Marina Bay Sands, Disney Cruise Line and the Singapore Tourism Board, the show will bring viewers on a journey through the upcoming cruise’s seven themed areas and also show designs with nautical-themed elements and Peranakan-inspired motifs. The show will commence at 8.30pm on all three days. In a statement, Sarah Fox, vice president and regional general manager (Southeast Asia) of Disney Cruise Line, said: “Disney Cruise Line marks a defining milestone with …

People Celebrate the Lunar New Year Around the World

People Celebrate the Lunar New Year Around the World

new video loaded: People Celebrate the Lunar New Year Around the World 1:08 People celebrating Lunar New Year welcomed the Year of the Horse with fireworks, festivals and temple visits. By Cynthia Silva February 17, 2026 Watch Today’s Videos Oscar-Winning Actor Robert Duvall Dies at 95 1:36 Angel Restoration Resembles Italy’s Prime Minister 0:39 Catherine O’Hara, Actress in ‘Home Alone’ and ‘Schitt’s Creek,’ Dies at 71 0:56 Rob Reiner and His Wife Are Found Dead in Their Los Angeles Home 0:47 Charity Raffle Offers Picasso Painting for 100 Euros 1:06 Several Countries Boycott Eurovision 2026 Over Israel’s Participation 1:20 Video › Today’s Videos U.S. Politics Immigration NY Region Science Business Culture Books Wellness World Africa Americas Asia South Asia Donald Trump Middle East Crisis Russia-Ukraine Crisis Visual Investigations Opinion Video Advertisement SKIP ADVERTISEMENT Source link

Photos of the Week: Plum Blossoms, Iron Fireworks, Carnival Queen

Photos of the Week: Plum Blossoms, Iron Fireworks, Carnival Queen

Andres Gutierrez / Anadolu / Getty A view of the Gala of the Queens of the Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, seen in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, on February 11, 2026. Candidates parade across a stage wearing monumental costumes—elaborate creations of feathers, sequins, and vibrant fabrics—created over months of meticulous work. Source link

Caldecott goes to ‘Fireworks,’ and ‘All the Blues in the Sky’ wins Newbery : NPR

Caldecott goes to ‘Fireworks,’ and ‘All the Blues in the Sky’ wins Newbery : NPR

Fireworks, by Matthew Burgess and illustrated by Cátia Chien has won the Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children, and All the Blues in the Sky, written by Renée Watson has been awarded the Newbery Medal for the most outstanding contribution to children’s literature. Clarion Books; Bloomsbury Children’s Books hide caption toggle caption Clarion Books; Bloomsbury Children’s Books The best books for children and young adults were awarded the country’s top honors by the American Library Association on Monday. Illustrator Cátia Chien and author Matthew Burgess took home the Caldecott Medal for the book Fireworks. The Caldecott is given annually to the most distinguished American picture book for children. Fireworks follows two young siblings as they eagerly await the start of a July 4th fireworks show. Paired with Chien’s vibrant illustrations, Burgess’ poetic language enhances the sensory experience of fireworks.” When you write poems with kids, you see how immediately they get this,” Burgess told NPR in 2025 in a conversation about his book Words with Wings and Magic Things. “If …

Sadiq Khan turns London Eye into EU flag during fireworks display

Sadiq Khan turns London Eye into EU flag during fireworks display

Credit: BBC A European Union flag was projected onto the London Eye during Sir Sadiq Khan’s New Year’s Eve firework display. More than 100,000 people gathered along the banks of the River Thames to see in 2026, with millions watching at home. During the celebrations, a large image of the EU flag was projected onto the wheel. Other images paid tribute to England’s Women’s Rugby World Cup triumph and the Lionesses footballers retaining the Euros. The London Mayor’s display also featured prominent promotional visuals and songs from Wicked: For Good as part of an “event partnership” between his office and Universal Pictures. A spokesman for Sir Sadiq said: “The Mayor is delighted that we have once again shown why London’s New Year’s Eve celebrations are the greatest in the world. “The eyes of the globe were watching as we lit up our famous skyline with an unforgettable show that looked back at key moments of 2025, including Europe’s success in the Ryder Cup, and sent a message of togetherness for 2026.” It is not the …

New Year’s Eve Celebrations Around the World

New Year’s Eve Celebrations Around the World

new video loaded: New Year’s Eve Celebrations Around the World 1:04 Revelers from around the world rang in the New Year with fireworks and light shows. December 31, 2025 How the U.S. Coast Guard Fights Drug Smuggling at Sea 4:27 The Biggest Questions We Have for 2026 3:01 Eurostar Trains Face Severe Delays After Power Outage 1:08 The ‘Trump Effect’ on Global Elections 2:40 Trump and Netanyahu Present United Front During Meeting 1:19 New York City Hit With Heaviest Snowfall in Years 0:40 Video › Latest Video Visual Investigations Diary of a Song Magazine T Magazine Op-Docs Opinion Middle East Crisis Advertisement SKIP ADVERTISEMENT Source link

Best New Year’s Eve fireworks spots in the UK – and the cities that have cancelled everything

Best New Year’s Eve fireworks spots in the UK – and the cities that have cancelled everything

It’s almost time to gather around and welcome in the new year with a rendition of Auld Lang Syne and as we all know, there’s no better way to bid the old farewell than with a spectacular fireworks display to light up the sky.  Across the UK, county councils and mayors’ offices have been planning 31 December for months and as the clock strikes midnight, there will be plenty of spots to catch a glimpse of fireworks exploding overhead.  In Manchester, the city is breaking new ground with its first-ever dual-site firework and light spectacular across St Peter’s Square and Albert Square, while Edinburgh’s Hogmanay holds pride of place as the ultimate New Year destination and London gears up to put on its usual extravaganza over the Thames.  Further afield, things are operating a little differently this year with cities such as Sydney and Tokyo scaling back due to safety fears, and Paris and Hong Kong cancelling altogether.  Without further ado, HELLO! Has compiled a guide to seeing the NYE fireworks both at home and abroad so …

New Year 2026 fireworks live stream from Auckland, Sydney and London | World | News

New Year 2026 fireworks live stream from Auckland, Sydney and London | World | News

New Year’s Eve celebrations have begun around the world as countries usher in 2026. To document the spectacle, a dedicated “watch live” allows readers to follow along with the revelries as they unfold. Spectators can track real-time footage from key cities as they ring in the new year with fireworks, music and other events. The festivities will commence in the South Pacific, with Auckland at 10.45am UK time, then Sydney at 12.45pm. Asia is next, with Tokyo and Seoul at 2:45pm, Kuala Lumpur at 3.45pm, Bangkok at 4.45pm, and New Delhi at 5.15pm. South Asia and the Middle East will follow, with Karachi marking the moment at 6.45pm and Dubai proceeding at 7.45pm. Audiences can also watch Nairobi at 8.45pm and Athens at 9.45pm, as the New Year extends throughout Africa and Europe. Western Europe will then illuminate, with Paris, Rome or Madrid marking the moment at 10.45pm. London will usher in 2026 at 11.45pm with its legendary fireworks spectacular along the River Thames, centred around the London Eye. Viewers can witness Rio de Janeiro’s …