The world ushered in 2019 in a variety of ways, with major capitals and cultural centers drawing the most revelers – and attention. Las Vegas, for example, was expected to ring in 2019 with fireworks shot from casino-resorts and superstar performances from Lady Gaga, Celine Dion, Gwen Stefani and others. Celebratory midnight toasts were to be anchored by the 8-minute fireworks show on the Strip. A 14-minute fireworks display ushered Brazil into 2019 only hours before far-right politician Jair Bolsonaro will be sworn in as president. In Hong Kong, festive lights on skyscrapers provided the backdrop for a fireworks, music and light show over Victoria Harbor on a chilly evening.

Source: Fox News January 01, 2019 07:13 UTC