The Year of the Dragon, which began on Feb. 10, 2024, ended Tuesday to begin the Year of the Snake. Snakes in Chinese mythology aren't manifestations of wickedness or evil as in Western cultures.

Here's when the Chinese New Year starts in 2025, how long it lasts, ... The dragon is a Chinese symbol for good fortune, so a dragon dance is commonly performed, according to ...

Performers participate in a dragon dance at the International Lunar New Year Night Parade on the first day of the Lunar New Year of the Snake in Hong Kong, Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2025. Chan Long Hei / AP ...

2025 is the Year of the Snake according to the Chinese zodiac calendar, a 12-year cycle represented by animals. Each year is associated with a specific animal, influencing the characteristics of ...

What animal represents the Lunar New Year in 2025? It's the Year of the Snake! The slithery reptile is referred to in Chinese literature as "little dragon," with the skin the dragon sheds (dragon ...

Chinese New Year celebrations around the globe ring in the Year of the Goat By News Desk Celebrations around the world are already underway for the Chinese New Year, which begins next Thursday ...

What is the Chinese New Year Animal for 2025? With the end of 2024, the Year of the Dragon will conclude, making way for the Year of the Snake. The Snake represents those born in 1953, 1965, 1977 ...

Chinese New Year begins on Jan. 29, and 2025 is the Year of the Snake. ... It’s a great year for growth and stability. Dragon: The Snake and Dragon are also seen as a strong match.

Chinese New Year (CNY) brings about an annual logistical déjà vu that creates unique supply chain challenges for U.S. businesses.

Allie Chen of the Murray Hill Chinese School with the dragon before performing and bringing in the New Lunar Year at the Bridgewater Commons Mall, in Bridgewater, N.J., January 22, 2023 Get Photo ...