Thousands gathered in the streets to watch London’s New Year’s Day Parade (LNYDP) on Thursday (January 1) with the attendance of performers from around the world, to celebrate the start of 2026. Marching bands from the U.S. joined dancers dressed as Stormtroopers to entertain crowds who lined the route. The first LNYDP took place in 1987, marking its 40th anniversary on Thursday. More than 8,000 performers from around the world were due to take part along the 2.2-mile (3.5-km) route, with crowds

COUNTDOWN IN TOKYO! 🇯🇵🎉 LOOK: Tokyo, Japan welcomed the New Year with festive cheers and celebrations in Shinjuku City on January 1, 2026. J‑pop girl group Atarashii Gakko!, known for their high‑energy performances and eclectic sound, also took the stage to thrill the crowd with their spirited show. | 🎥: Austin Ignacio Visit inquirer.net for more stories or subscribe to our channel for live updates: https://www.messenger.com/channel/inquirerdotnet | INQUIRER.net