Photos show a world aglow with holiday lights

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3:38 AM on Friday, December 19

By The Associated Press

As 2025 winds down, holiday lights are illuminating communities around the world, transforming familiar landmarks into scenes of shared wonder. From glowing waterfronts to streets and public spaces bathed in festive color, places shimmer with light and a shared sense of joy.

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This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

 

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