The History Behind NYE Countdowns
The first NYE countdown can arguably be traced to the final seconds of 1957, when prominent radio correspondent Ben Grauer ...
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5 THINGS: How did New Year’s resolutions start, evolve throughout history?
The ancient Babylonians are said to have been the first people to make New Year’s resolutions, some 4,000 years ago. They were also the first to hold recorded celebrations in honor of the new ...
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How far back do New Year’s resolutions go? The history behind the tradition
At midnight on December 31 every year, we say goodbye to the past year and hello to a fresh slate. Some of you may be setting ...