As the clock struck midnight, Hong Kong’s skyline burst into a symphony of light and color, marking the arrival of the new year. Over the shimmering waters of Victoria Harbour, a 12-minute firework display stretched 1300 meters from Central to North Point, painting the night with vibrant splashes of joy. The city united in celebration, a grand countdown shared by thousands, proving that even in solitude, one can be swept up in the jubilance of collective anticipation. Alone or together, the spirit of the new year touched every heart, igniting hope and excitement in the cool winter air.