Inside History on Instagram: "Experience the striking difference in excitement between New Year’s celebrations in New York City’s Times Square in 2002 and those of 2024. It almost feels as though people back then truly understood how to savor the magic of the moment. The New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square has long been famous for its dazzling ball drop, an event that draws millions from around the globe. As the final seconds of the year tick away, a radiant ball—covered in thousands of s

Inside History on Instagram: "Follow (us) @InsideHistory to learn something NEW everyday 🧠💫 In 2012, during a special Christmas Eve episode of WWE Raw in Pittsburgh, John Cena took on Alberto Del Rio in a “Miracle on 34th Street Fight.” The ring was decked out with holiday decorations, gifts, and plenty of festive chaos. At one point, Cena unwrapped a giant present at ringside to reveal a steel chair — sending the crowd into laughter and cheers as he put it to use moments later in the match. (