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                                                       Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu  Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a landmark speech in the Knesset on October 13, 2025, declaring that Israel is “committed to this peace” as part of a U.S.-brokered agreement that has brought a fragile but hopeful calm to the region. Speaking alongside U.S. President Donald Trump, Netanyahu praised the release of all 20 surviving hostages held by Hamas, calling it a turning point after nearly two years of devastating conflict. He reflected on the October 7, 2023, Hamas-led attack that ignited the war, emphasizing Israel’s resilience and determination to defend its people. “This day marks not only the end of two years of war, but the beginning of a new chapter,” Netanyahu told lawmakers, framing the cea...
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New Year's traditions: How do people celebrate the new year around the world?

 New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day are celebrated in various ways around the world. Here are some interesting traditions:

  • In Spain, it is customary to eat 12 grapes at midnight, one for each stroke of the clock, to bring good luck for the coming year.
  • In Scotland, the New Year is celebrated with a festival called Hogmanay. People swing giant fireballs on poles and parade through the streets.
  • In Denmark, people throw plates and glasses against their friends’ and neighbors’ front doors to banish bad spirits and bring good luck.
  • In Ecuador, it is tradition to burn effigies of famous people to destroy bad “juju” from the past year and start fresh.
  • In Thailand, it was once tradition to fire guns to frighten off demons.
  • In China, firecrackers are used to rout the forces of darkness.
  • In the United States, many people watch the ball drop in New York’s Times Square to ring in the new year.
  • In Canada, people often gather with friends and family to enjoy a feast and watch fireworks displays.
  • In Japan, people celebrate the new year with a traditional meal called “osechi ryori” and visit temples and shrines to pray for good fortune.

These are just a few examples of how people around the world celebrate the new year. Happy New Year! 

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