Bidding farewell to the mythical Dragon, the world welcomes the Year of the Snake on January 29 — the first day of the Lunar New Year. For those who celebrate this ancient festival, starting the year ...

Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the Chinese lunar calendar. The 12 animals, in order, are the rat, ox, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake ...

In China, people celebrate Valentine’s Day on Feb. 14, but there are at least three holidays and cultural traditions centered ...

This week’s new moon, on Wednesday, Jan. 29, will signal the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year, which this year is called the "Year of the Snake." ...

A comprehensive guide to the Chinese zodiac in Chinese Astrology according to a Chinese astrology expert Vicki Iskandar ...

Several countries mark their new year based on the Chinese lunisolar calendar involving movement of the Sun and Moon.

Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the ...