Shooting fireworks tonight? Know the rules (St. Tammany News)

While the best shows may be set off by the pros, authorities expect backyard revelers to ignite thousands of illegal fireworks as usual this New Year’s Eve in St. Tammany Parish.

Photo gallery: New Year's Fireworks (The Daily News)

Take a visual tour of New Year's celebrations across the planet. We've collected dozens of the best photos from The Associated Press, including fireworks shows from Australia to London to Taiwan — and much more. Happy New Year.

Fireworks may appease fans, but they don't promise NFL success for Browns (The Cleveland Plain Dealer)

Ten things about the Browns' search... 1. Unless something shocking happens, Eric Mangini will become the next coach of the Browns. They are convinced he is the best coach available, given that Bill Cowher, Mike Holmgren and some other big...

Revellers on best behaviour (Leader Community Newspapers)

NEW YEAR arrived with a whisper rather than a bang in Casey and Cardinia this year.

PHOTOS: Week's Best: Human Polar Bears (ABC News)

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