2020 - Upheavals around the world

Confetti and pre-social distancing crowds greet 2020 in New York's Times Square

Confetti and pre-social distancing crowds greet 2020 in New York's Times Square Source: Getty

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When the world celebrated New Year at the beginning of 2020, there were few clues to the troubles ahead.

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