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The ritual of watching a dazzling ball descend from a pole in Times Square has taken place since the early 20th century, when electricity use was so new it seemed like magic.
In the heart of Times Square, the anticipation builds every New Year s Eve as a massive crowd gathers to witness the descent of a luminous ball, marking the transition to a new year. However, in 2022, the bustling tradition faced an unprecedented absence, breaking a streak that persisted even through World War II, revealing a century-long evolution of the iconic ball from its humble beginnings.