“`html
MEXICO CITY.
The globe welcomed the new year’s arrival for a second consecutive year amidst the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
Unlike the previous year, this time saw increased street celebrations, with authorities reviving festive activities featuring displays of fireworks. Moreover, citizens engaged in dances, vibrant light spectacles, and gift-giving.
Nevertheless, public square gatherings were called off due to the emerging omicron variant.
The island nation of Kiribati, situated in the South Pacific, was the first to ring in 2022.