Happy New Year, MAG fans across Canada and the United States. As the calendar turns, the MAG community reflects on a year packed with memorable moments and looks ahead to a fresh slate of stories, discoveries, and adventures that await in 2025.
Another remarkable year has come to a close, and anticipation is high for 2025. The MAG team is eager to share what lies ahead, from blockbuster films and chart-topping music to must-read books, captivating television and exciting games on the horizon.
From major film franchises to bold new books, immersive albums, binge-worthy TV series, and innovative games, the coming months promise an engaging mix for fans who crave fresh stories. The Winter 2025 issue highlights the Next Big List for 2025 and offers a guided tour through what audiences can expect across entertainment, technology, and culture. Readers will definitely want to pick up a copy of our Winter 2025 issue to see what’s on 2025’s Next Big List.
Welcome to 2025!
DID YOU KNOW?
- The tradition of making New Year resolutions began with the ancient Babylonians around four thousand years ago.
- Black-eyed peas are a common part of New Year’s Eve celebrations in many households because they are believed to bring good luck.
- Noisemakers and fireworks have ancient origins, when sound and sparks were thought to scare away evil spirits and invite good fortune.
- Some of the most watched New Year’s Eve celebrations take place in Times Square in New York City, at Disney World in Orlando, and in Las Vegas.
- ‘Auld Lang Syne’ is still sung at midnight on New Year’s Eve. The song was written by the Scottish poet Robert Burns in 1788, and the phrase auld lang syne means times gone by.