Monitoring of Terrorism Threats Has Risen, Official Says

As the new year approached on Thursday, the police in Munich evacuated two train stations and warned residents to avoid large groups, citing “concrete hints” about a possible attack. NYTimes New Year’s Eve http://www.nytimes.com/2016/01/01/world/europe/monitoring-of-terrorism-threats-has-risen-official-says.html?partner=rssnyt&emc=rss Original Source: NY Times >>

London to deploy all armed police on New Year's Eve amid European terror threat

Every armed police officer in London will be deployed to help patrol New Year’s Eve celebrations, amid a warning that European capitals were at risk of a terror attack. There was no specific information that London was being targeted. “Our plans are purely precautionary and not as a result of any specific intelligence,” a Metropolitan …

Ring in 2016 with 7 New Year's Eve facts

Video: Alisa Stern Every year, the world celebrates the new year as it slowly crosses each time zone. But despite the collective celebration, many areas of the world hold their own traditions in ringing in the new year See also: Netflix adds New Year’s Eve countdowns for kids From Moscow to New York City, here …

14 books to help you live your best damn life in 2016

The new year is almost here — and that means it’s time to set those absolutely unbreakable resolutions. Whether you are making specific resolutions — such as going to the gym a few times a week — or more nebulous ones such as being “more grateful” in 2016, it’s important not to lose sight of …

Confetti party poppers to fill your New Year's Eve party with sparkle

Bring some pop to your New Year’s Eve party. You have champagne, streamers and plenty of party hats ready for your New Year’s Eve bash — now you need just the right idea for a way to celebrate when the clock strikes midnight. See also: 5 creative ways to give gift cards to your friends …