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RARE PHOTOS: New year - The Real Truth

Photos show New Year celebrations rooted in faith and harvest in parts of Asia

The new year arrived in many forms across parts of Asia on Tuesday, as communities marked the day with traditions shaped by faith and spring harvests.

The Independent UK

UK annual leave: How holiday dates create shorter working week

UK workers will enjoy a compressed three-day workweek at the close of 2026 due to a rare alignment of public holidays. Boxing Day's replacement and New Year's Day falling early in the week create an extended festive break. This shift, confirmed by administrative sources, affects England and Wales, offering employees…

The Times of India

Driver injures at least 15 people after plowing into Lao New Year festival in Louisiana

At least two people airlifted to local hospitals after allegedly drunk driver slammed into annual Songkran event

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Vehicle hits revelers during Lao New Year celebration in Louisiana

Several people were injured when a vehicle struck revelers at a parade celebrating the Lao New Year on Saturday in rural Louisiana

The Independent UK

Person Grows A Spine And Finally Tells Family ‘No,’ They’re Furious

As the years go by, it can become quite difficult to get the family in the same place. Big events like birthdays or New Year’s celebrations are often the rare occasions that bring everyone together. In this instance, it was a relative’s wedding. However, instead of a fun time for…

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Lady Day: March 25 was the start of the year in England and Wales until 1752

We associate New Year with deep mid-winter and the tidy date of January 1, but for 600 years between 1155 until 1752 in England and Wales the new year began on 25 March. This day was one of the quarter days that divided the year historically and on which rents…

The Conversation

‘We must preserve our traditions’: war casts shadow over Iranian Nowruz celebrations

Many Iranians were determined to mark the Persian new year despite the bombing entering its fourth week

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84% of Americans Set Financial Resolutions Each Year — What Helps Them Stick

Setting a financial resolution feels like standing at the starting line of a race where the finish line promises freedom, stability, and maybe even a little bragging rights. Every year, millions commit to saving more, spending less, or paying down debt, and for 84% of Americans, this ritual kicks off…

The Free Financial Advisor

How to celebrate Nowruz in London: festivals, Persian feasts and events to mark the Spring Equinox

From poetry and music to traditional sabzi polo and Iranian afternoon tea, Amira Arasteh on where to mark the Persian New Year across the capital

Evening Standard

9 Powerful Secrets Behind Chaitra Navratri

Every year when spring arrives, nature quietly begins to change. Flowers bloom. Fresh leaves appear. The air feels lighter. But in Hindu tradition, this change is not only seasonal it is deeply spiritual. This sacred period is known as Chaitra Navratri, a nine-day festival dedicated to the worship of Durga.…

MyLifeXP

Nvidia's RTX 5070 leaps to top of the Steam Hardware Survey but something looks fishy in the figures

Yep, it's probably China again, but maybe not just the usual Lunar New Year holiday buzz.

PC Gamer

7 Best Ways To Get Rich by New Year’s 2026

While "get rich quick" schemes are rarely achieved without incredible luck or risk, history shows they've happened before for a lucky few.

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Lion dances, lucky cats and the year of the fire horse

An Australian city is celebrating the Lunar New Year in style, with a historic marketplace hosting a noisy and colourful lion dance.

AAP

“Doctors Did A Great Job”: Ivanka Trump’s Transformation Scrutinized After Lunar New Year’s Post

Ivanka's Lunar New Year post sparked debate about her image, business ventures, and political ambitions.

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Vijay Deverakonda & Rashmika Mandanna Love Story & Wedding Updates

A key topic of interest in social media and in the Indian entertainment industry is the marriage date and speculated ceremony of Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna. Both of these love birds are cherished by fans all over India. Even though Vijay and Rashmika rarely spoke about their bond and…

Euronews

From lion dances to 3v3 football: Robots steal the show at Beijing’s Lunar New Year fair

Developed by Chinese startups such as Booster Robotics, the AI-powered machines are part of a technology-themed temple fair in China.

Space

Chinese astronauts filmmusic video in space to celebrate Lunar New Year 2026

China's Shenzhou 21 crew rang in the Year of the Horse with an impressive celebration aboard the nation's Tiangong Space Station that included filming a music video.

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The Lunar New Year Google Doodle is straight fire (horse)

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Lunar new year: Why, as a Chinese woman, I believe washing your hair and sweeping is bad luck today

FIRST PERSON: As the Year of the Fire Horse thunders in, according to Chinese custom, there are certain things you need to avoid if you want good fortune for the rest of the year. And woe betide if you argue today, says Karen Gray, who is embracing her inner Chinese…

Times Life

10 Things You Must Not Do as Snake Year Ends & Horse Year Begins On 17 Feb

On 17 February, the lunar calendar turns - closing the Year of the Snake and welcoming the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac cycle. The Snake is associated with wisdom, strategy, secrecy, and quiet transformation. The Horse, by contrast, represents speed, movement, freedom, visibility, and bold action. Because…

The Guardian - AU

Pizza Hut feasts and improvised altars: lunar new year in Australia’s small town Chinese restaurants

They’re normally behind the wok or taking orders, year-round. But when it’s time to celebrate, these Chinese restaurant families create their own traditions

The Guardian - UK

China hopes for a bumper lunar new year as world’s biggest migration begins

Year of the horse signals optimism and opportunity, with authorities keen that the extra day of holiday this year provides an economic boost

Livingetc

The Year of the Horse Is 'Double Fire' Energy — These Feng Shui Experts Say This Is How to Balance It Out in Your Home

With a fiery energy heading our way this Lunar New Year, we've got the tips to help balance your home's Chi

The Guardian - UK

Beijing pastry shop overrun by shoppers after Xi Jinping’s visit

Customers flock to Daoxiangcun to pick up cakes selected by the president during lunar new year tour around city

The Guardian - UK

Potstickers and sea bass with ginger and spring onions: Amy Poon’s recipes for lunar new year

See in the year of the fire horse with a duo of dishes packed full of flavour and symbolism

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