Power outages are a frustratingly frequent occurrence for many Puerto Ricans. A string of blackouts during the summer prompted protests and a state of emergency.

A “massive blackout” that hit much of Puerto Rico early Tuesday may keep the U.S. territory in the dark through New Year’s Eve and beyond, according to the governor and the private energy company that provides power to the island.

The countdown is on for the New Year's Eve 2025 ball drop tonight in Times Square. Here's everything to know about how to watch live from around the world. A Times Square Alliance live feed went live at 6 p.

From glowing TV screens in quiet suburbs to the energy of packed city squares, millions are preparing for the moment when the clock strikes midnight on New Year's Eve and the calendar turns its page.