Times Square is often referred to as the crossroads of the world, and city officials insisted on holding the New Year’s Eve event to demonstrate the city's resiliency amid a resurgence of COVID-19.
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Though the crowds were smaller, the throngs nevertheless stretched for blocks to soak in the celebration, with many traveling from afar to take part. Confetti lit up by electronic billboards swirled in a light wind on a mild winter night in New York City. Times Square is often referred to as the crossroads of the world, and city officials insisted on holding the marquee New Year’s Eve event to demonstrate the city's resiliency even amid a resurgence of the coronavirus.
Officials required those attending the spectacle would have to wear masks and show proof of vaccination. Organizers had initially hoped that more than 50,000 revelers would be able to join in, but plans were dramatically scaled back because of widespread infections.
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