People take selfie in Valletta, capital city of Malta, Dec. 31, 2020. The country welcomed the new year with subdued celebrations to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Jonathan Borg/Xinhua)

Fireworks are seen during a New Year celebration in Valletta, capital city of Malta, Jan. 1, 2021. The country welcomed the new year with subdued celebrations to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Jonathan Borg/Xinhua)

Fireworks are seen during a New Year celebration in Valletta, capital city of Malta, Jan. 1, 2021. The country welcomed the new year with subdued celebrations to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. (Photo by Jonathan Borg/Xinhua)