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Lunar New Year commences today, with the 15-day festival starting on the first new moon of the year and ending on the following full moon. It is also known as Chinese New Year in parts of the world, though people in China actually call it the Spring Festival. The animal for the year follows the Chinese zodiac, which is a cycle of 12 animals; 2024 is the Year of the Dragon. Homes are thoroughly cleaned to drive away bad luck for the new year and people sweep their ancestors' tombs before the festival begins. Numerous traditional foods are eaten, such as rice cakes and dumplings, and the color red is most prominent. Red represents energy, happiness, and good luck in Chinese culture, which is why most people wear the color during the Lunar New Year and most decorations have red. Red envelopes that contain money are given to family and friends as a symbol of good luck and happiness, and lanterns are lit along the streets. Dragon dances are also performed under these lanterns on the streets; the dances are supposed to bring good luck and are a beautiful spectacle to watch. If you know anyone who celebrates the festival, make sure to wish them a Happy Lunar New Year!
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