The brief story glances over the mythology of Nian, a fierce beast from ancient China. It's said that the beast hated loud ...

When is Lunar New Year in 2025? And why do people wear red as part of the celebrations? Answers to these questions and more ...

The first new moon of the lunar calendar officially ushered in the new year in many cultures Wednesday, marking the imminent ...

Wisps and clouds of smoke rose into the air at Buddhist and Daoist temples around Asia on Wednesday as people lit incense to ...

Asian American communities around the U.S. and around the world are ringing in the Year of the Snake Wednesday, including in ...

But perhaps the most fun is that snake game, which can be played through the Google Doodle. Though it was launched on Wednesday, when the Lunar New Year began, it can still be played now. It’s played ...

Though the snake may get a bad rap across many Western cultures, the animal is actually a celebrated and revered sign across ...

From lucky foods to traditional greetings, we answer your questions about Lunar New Year as we enter the Year of the Snake.