数以百计的人聚集在新年前夕的时代广场, 2024年的标志是“极化”。 Hundreds gather in Times Square for New Year's Eve, as 2024 was marked by "polarization."

新年除夕, 数十万人聚集在时报广场, 尽管雨和安全措施。 New Year's Eve saw hundreds of thousands gather in Times Square despite rain and security measures. 2024年的标志是“极化 ” , Merrim-Webster 年度的字眼反映了美国总统大选和关于经济、妇女健康和移民等议题的辩论所看到的分裂。 The year 2024 was marked by "polarization," Merriam-Webster's word of the year, reflecting the division seen in the US presidential election and debates on issues like the economy, women's health, and immigration. 批评者指责媒体加剧这一分歧。 Critics blame the media for escalating this divide. 有些人希望庆祝愈合, 其他人则担心两极分化会持续。 While some look to celebrations for healing, others fear the polarization will persist.