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Tens of thousands cheer on Copacabana Beach as Rio welcomes new year with fireworks display

Video. Copacabana Beach lights up as millions celebrate New Year in Rio

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Rio de Janeiro threw Brazil’s main New Year’s Eve bash on Copacabana Beach, with barges shooting off 12 minutes of fireworks.

A large crowd of revellers flocked to the famous sands to ring in the New Year.

More than 2 million people, most dressed in traditional white, were expected to celebrate throughout the night on Copacabana.

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