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Friday, December 31, 2010
New Year Fireworks
02. Fireworks explode above the government palace as part of the official opening for the 200th anniversary of independence from the Spanish crown celebrations in Asuncion November 29, 2010. REUTERS/Jorge Adorno
03. Floating paper lanterns and fireworks fill the sky over Chao Praya river during a ceremony to celebrate the 83rd birthday of Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej at Siriraj hospital in Bangkok December 5, 2010. REUTERS/Chaiwat Subprasom
04. Fireworks explode during the illumination of Christmas lighting for the Children's Museum in San Jose December 6, 2010. More than five thousand lights illuminate the museum during the Christmas season. REUTERS/Juan Carlos Ulate
05. Fireworks explode as a giant Christmas tree and an old building in Beirut are illuminated during the launch of Beirut Celebrates 2010 at a Christmas parade in downtown Beirut, December 9, 2010. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir
06. Fireworks light the sky over the centre of the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk, December 24, 2010. REUTERS/Ilya Naymushin
07. Fireworks explode around a Christmas tree in the centre of the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk, December 24, 2010. REUTERS/Ilya Naymushin
08. A worker prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue, Bulacan north of Manila December 13, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
09. A worker takes a break from making fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue, Bulacan north of Manila December 13, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
10. A worker's hands, covered in gunpowder, prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue, Bulacan north of Manila December 13, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
11. A worker is covered in gunpowder as he prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue, Bulacan north of Manila December 13, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
12. A worker covered in gunpowder prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
13. A worker covered in gunpowder carries a container of fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
14. A worker wraps fireworks inside a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
15. Workers wrap fireworks inside a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
16. A worker covered in gunpowder prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
17. Fireworks explode over the winding tower of the former coal mine Nordstern during the closing ceremony of the European Capital of Culture 2010 in the western German city of Gelsenkirchen December 18, 2010. REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay
18. Fireworks explode over the winding tower of the former coal mine Nordstern during the closing ceremony of the European Capital of Culture 2010 in the western German city of Gelsenkirchen December 18, 2010. REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay
19. Fireworks from team Philippines light up the sky during the last day of the first World Pyro Olympics in Manila December 30, 2005. Nine countries participated in the event, which Australia won. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
20. Fireworks from team United Arab Emirates light up the sky during the last day of the first World Pyro Olympics in Manila December 30, 2005. Nine countries participated in the event, which Australia won. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
21. Fireworks burst near the Pearl Tower to mark the first day of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Shanghai, China June 14, 2006. REUTERS/Aly Song
22. Fireworks explode over an ancient cathedral in Santiago de Compostela during celebrations for St James's day in northwestern Spain July 25, 2006. REUTERS/Miguel Vidal
23. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
24. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
25. Fireworks explode over the Stone Bridge in Skopje during New Year celebrations early January 1, 2007. Several thousand people gathered in the Macedonian capital to celebrate the New Year. REUTERS/Ognen Teofilovski
26. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
27. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
28. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
29. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
30. Three new Cinquecento cars are seen during a presentation ceremony in Turin July 4, 2007. Fiat is launching a new version of the three-door Cinquecento -- meaning 500 in Italian -- at a huge, televised ceremony in its hometown of Turin on Wednesday, with the car making its comeback after being out of production for 32 years. REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo
31. The Eiffel Tower is illuminated during the traditional Bastille Day fireworks display in Paris July 14, 2007. REUTERS/Jean-Paul Pelissier
32. Fireworks explode over the Sydney Opera House before the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation leader's summit dinner in Sydney September 8, 2007. The Sydney Harbour Bridge is seen on the left. REUTERS/Mick Tsikas
33. The Eiffel Tower is illuminated during the traditional Bastille Day fireworks display in Paris July 14, 2010. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes
34. Fireworks explode next to a sculpture at the Reichstag building, seat of the German lower house of Parliament, during New Year celebrations in Berlin January 1, 2006. Several hundred thousands people visit the German capital to celebrate Germany's biggest New Year open-air gathering. REUTERS/Tobias Schwarz
35. Fireworks explode above the Quadriga atop the Brandenburg Gate during New Year celebrations in Berlin January 1, 2010. REUTERS/Thomas Peter
36. Fireworks go off as the crystal ball is raised above the crowd during New Year's Eve celebrations in New York's Times Square December 31, 2009. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson
37. Fireworks explode during a celebration of the Lantern Festival in Pingyao, northern China's Shanxi province February 12, 2006. The Lantern Festival which falls on the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar, is traditionally a time for family reunions. REUTERS/China Daily
38. Fireworks explode over Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour July 1, 2002, marking the fifth anniversary of the territory's handover to China. The
once proud former British colony is facing a crisis of confidence after being mauled by two recessions in four years. REUTERS/Bobby Yip
once proud former British colony is facing a crisis of confidence after being mauled by two recessions in four years. REUTERS/Bobby Yip
39. Fireworks explode over tallships as they re-enact the battle of Trafalgar in the Solent off the coast of Portsmouth. Fireworks explode over tallships sailing in the Solent off the coast of Portsmouth, southern England June 28, 2005. Britain's Queen Elizabeth on Tuesday conducted the world's biggest naval review, off the southern English coast, to commemorate British naval hero Horatio Nelson's victory at the Battle of Trafalgar 200 years ago. REUTERS/Russell Boyce
40. Fireworks rise over Edinburgh early January 1, 2003. Many party goers celebrated the New Year on Princes Street, below Edinburgh Castle (top L). REUTERS/Jeff J Mitchell
41. Supporters of Ukrainian opposition leader Viktor Yushchenko wave the national flag as they watch fireworks standing on a monument during a rally in central Kiev, December 28, 2004. Yushchenko, winner of Ukraine's re-run of a rigged presidential election, called on his supporters on Tuesday to block the country's government building. REUTERS/Petar Kujundzic Pictures of the Month December 2004
42. Two spectators shelter from a downpour as fireworks explode over the Petronas Twin Towers, the world's tallest building, during New Year's eve celebrations in Kuala Lumpur December 31. About ten minutes of fireworks made up the display with a large crowd watching from the Kuala Lumpur City Centre Garden.
43. Fireworks light up the sky over the U.S. Capitol and the Washington Monument during Independence Day celebrations in Washington D.C. July 4, 1999. The U.S. celebrated its 233rd birthday.
44. Fireworks explode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House during a pyrotechnic show to celebrate the New Year January 1, 2008. Known for its choreographed and themed fireworks displays, the show draws hundreds of thousands of people to the harbour foreshore to watch the spectacle. This year's show was titled The Time of Our Lives, REUTERS/Tim Wimborne
45. Fireworks explode as the Brandenburg Gate is illuminated during the Festival of Lights in Berlin October 13, 2010. Several landmarks of the German capital, including boulevards, squares, towers, historical and modern buildings, will be illuminated during the festival. REUTERS/Fabrizio Bensch
46. Fireworks explode during the opening of royally initiated projects, the Bhumibol 1, Bhumibol 2 bridges and the sluice gate on a canal by Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej in Samut Prakan province on the outskirts of Bangkok November 24, 2010. REUTERS/Sukree Sukplang
47. Fireworks shoot past the moon as a ceremony, presided by Pope Benedict XVI at the 5th world meeting of families, came to an end in Valencia July 8, 2006. Pope Benedict arrived on a lightning trip to Spain to glorify traditional family values in a country whose government has been sharply criticised by the Catholic Church for legalising gay marriage. REUTERS/Victor Fraile
Fireworks are used the world over to celebrate big events. Weddings, product launches, anniversaries, historical landmarks and of course an old year passing into a new year. We from TotallyCoolPix wish you a very happy and photogenic 2011 and thank you for all your support in 2010.
02. Fireworks explode above the government palace as part of the official opening for the 200th anniversary of independence from the Spanish crown celebrations in Asuncion November 29, 2010. REUTERS/Jorge Adorno
03. Floating paper lanterns and fireworks fill the sky over Chao Praya river during a ceremony to celebrate the 83rd birthday of Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej at Siriraj hospital in Bangkok December 5, 2010. REUTERS/Chaiwat Subprasom
04. Fireworks explode during the illumination of Christmas lighting for the Children's Museum in San Jose December 6, 2010. More than five thousand lights illuminate the museum during the Christmas season. REUTERS/Juan Carlos Ulate
05. Fireworks explode as a giant Christmas tree and an old building in Beirut are illuminated during the launch of Beirut Celebrates 2010 at a Christmas parade in downtown Beirut, December 9, 2010. REUTERS/Mohamed Azakir
06. Fireworks light the sky over the centre of the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk, December 24, 2010. REUTERS/Ilya Naymushin
07. Fireworks explode around a Christmas tree in the centre of the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk, December 24, 2010. REUTERS/Ilya Naymushin
08. A worker prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue, Bulacan north of Manila December 13, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
09. A worker takes a break from making fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue, Bulacan north of Manila December 13, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
10. A worker's hands, covered in gunpowder, prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue, Bulacan north of Manila December 13, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
11. A worker is covered in gunpowder as he prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue, Bulacan north of Manila December 13, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
12. A worker covered in gunpowder prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
13. A worker covered in gunpowder carries a container of fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
14. A worker wraps fireworks inside a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
15. Workers wrap fireworks inside a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
16. A worker covered in gunpowder prepares fireworks at a makeshift factory in Bocaue town at Bulacan province, north of Manila December 26, 2010. Many Filipinos flocked to Bulacan, a major producer of fireworks, to buy pyrotechnics despite the government's campaign against the use of such explosives, which cause deaths and injuries during Christmas and New Year revelries. REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
17. Fireworks explode over the winding tower of the former coal mine Nordstern during the closing ceremony of the European Capital of Culture 2010 in the western German city of Gelsenkirchen December 18, 2010. REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay
18. Fireworks explode over the winding tower of the former coal mine Nordstern during the closing ceremony of the European Capital of Culture 2010 in the western German city of Gelsenkirchen December 18, 2010. REUTERS/Wolfgang Rattay
19. Fireworks from team Philippines light up the sky during the last day of the first World Pyro Olympics in Manila December 30, 2005. Nine countries participated in the event, which Australia won. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
20. Fireworks from team United Arab Emirates light up the sky during the last day of the first World Pyro Olympics in Manila December 30, 2005. Nine countries participated in the event, which Australia won. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo
21. Fireworks burst near the Pearl Tower to mark the first day of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Shanghai, China June 14, 2006. REUTERS/Aly Song
22. Fireworks explode over an ancient cathedral in Santiago de Compostela during celebrations for St James's day in northwestern Spain July 25, 2006. REUTERS/Miguel Vidal
23. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
24. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
25. Fireworks explode over the Stone Bridge in Skopje during New Year celebrations early January 1, 2007. Several thousand people gathered in the Macedonian capital to celebrate the New Year. REUTERS/Ognen Teofilovski
26. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
27. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
28. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
29. Fireworks explode over the River Thames in London to celebrate the new year January 1, 2007. REUTERS/Stephen Hird
30. Three new Cinquecento cars are seen during a presentation ceremony in Turin July 4, 2007. Fiat is launching a new version of the three-door Cinquecento -- meaning 500 in Italian -- at a huge, televised ceremony in its hometown of Turin on Wednesday, with the car making its comeback after being out of production for 32 years. REUTERS/Alessandro Garofalo
31. The Eiffel Tower is illuminated during the traditional Bastille Day fireworks display in Paris July 14, 2007. REUTERS/Jean-Paul Pelissier
32. Fireworks explode over the Sydney Opera House before the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation leader's summit dinner in Sydney September 8, 2007. The Sydney Harbour Bridge is seen on the left. REUTERS/Mick Tsikas
33. The Eiffel Tower is illuminated during the traditional Bastille Day fireworks display in Paris July 14, 2010. REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes
34. Fireworks explode next to a sculpture at the Reichstag building, seat of the German lower house of Parliament, during New Year celebrations in Berlin January 1, 2006. Several hundred thousands people visit the German capital to celebrate Germany's biggest New Year open-air gathering. REUTERS/Tobias Schwarz
35. Fireworks explode above the Quadriga atop the Brandenburg Gate during New Year celebrations in Berlin January 1, 2010. REUTERS/Thomas Peter
36. Fireworks go off as the crystal ball is raised above the crowd during New Year's Eve celebrations in New York's Times Square December 31, 2009. REUTERS/Lucas Jackson
37. Fireworks explode during a celebration of the Lantern Festival in Pingyao, northern China's Shanxi province February 12, 2006. The Lantern Festival which falls on the 15th day of the first month of the Chinese lunar calendar, is traditionally a time for family reunions. REUTERS/China Daily
38. Fireworks explode over Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour July 1, 2002, marking the fifth anniversary of the territory's handover to China. The
once proud former British colony is facing a crisis of confidence after being mauled by two recessions in four years. REUTERS/Bobby Yip
once proud former British colony is facing a crisis of confidence after being mauled by two recessions in four years. REUTERS/Bobby Yip
39. Fireworks explode over tallships as they re-enact the battle of Trafalgar in the Solent off the coast of Portsmouth. Fireworks explode over tallships sailing in the Solent off the coast of Portsmouth, southern England June 28, 2005. Britain's Queen Elizabeth on Tuesday conducted the world's biggest naval review, off the southern English coast, to commemorate British naval hero Horatio Nelson's victory at the Battle of Trafalgar 200 years ago. REUTERS/Russell Boyce
40. Fireworks rise over Edinburgh early January 1, 2003. Many party goers celebrated the New Year on Princes Street, below Edinburgh Castle (top L). REUTERS/Jeff J Mitchell
41. Supporters of Ukrainian opposition leader Viktor Yushchenko wave the national flag as they watch fireworks standing on a monument during a rally in central Kiev, December 28, 2004. Yushchenko, winner of Ukraine's re-run of a rigged presidential election, called on his supporters on Tuesday to block the country's government building. REUTERS/Petar Kujundzic Pictures of the Month December 2004
42. Two spectators shelter from a downpour as fireworks explode over the Petronas Twin Towers, the world's tallest building, during New Year's eve celebrations in Kuala Lumpur December 31. About ten minutes of fireworks made up the display with a large crowd watching from the Kuala Lumpur City Centre Garden.
43. Fireworks light up the sky over the U.S. Capitol and the Washington Monument during Independence Day celebrations in Washington D.C. July 4, 1999. The U.S. celebrated its 233rd birthday.
44. Fireworks explode over the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House during a pyrotechnic show to celebrate the New Year January 1, 2008. Known for its choreographed and themed fireworks displays, the show draws hundreds of thousands of people to the harbour foreshore to watch the spectacle. This year's show was titled The Time of Our Lives, REUTERS/Tim Wimborne
45. Fireworks explode as the Brandenburg Gate is illuminated during the Festival of Lights in Berlin October 13, 2010. Several landmarks of the German capital, including boulevards, squares, towers, historical and modern buildings, will be illuminated during the festival. REUTERS/Fabrizio Bensch
46. Fireworks explode during the opening of royally initiated projects, the Bhumibol 1, Bhumibol 2 bridges and the sluice gate on a canal by Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej in Samut Prakan province on the outskirts of Bangkok November 24, 2010. REUTERS/Sukree Sukplang
47. Fireworks shoot past the moon as a ceremony, presided by Pope Benedict XVI at the 5th world meeting of families, came to an end in Valencia July 8, 2006. Pope Benedict arrived on a lightning trip to Spain to glorify traditional family values in a country whose government has been sharply criticised by the Catholic Church for legalising gay marriage. REUTERS/Victor Fraile
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