Welcoming 2013 Around the World
Here's a look at celebrations around the world as we say goodbye to 2012 and hello to 2013.
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Brazil
Young residents watch fireworks exploding over Copacabana beach during new year celebrations at the Pavao Pavaozinho slum in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013. With a clear viewing of Rio's firework celebration that bring in the new year, Brazilian Azelina dos Santos charges as much as $500 for a spot on her shanty town rooftop, where there is room for 60 guests; 30 locals and 30 out-of-towners. She says she mixes up the numbers to encourage integration.
Credit: AP Photo/Felipe Dana
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