This year, Lunar New Year begins today, Wednesday, Jan. 29, and ends Feb. 12. Lunar New Year, also widely regarded as Chinese New Year since the late 19th century when it gained global recognition through Chinese immigrant communities, is a centuries-old tradition rooted in the lunar calendar.

For skywatchers, the Lunar New Year lines up perfectly with the new moon. According to NASA, the new moon becomes official at 7:36 a.m. Wednesday when it passes between the Earth and the Sun.

In honor of the Year of the Snake, let’s appreciate the strange anatomy and evolution of these slithery reptiles

How Asia is celebrating the year of the snake - China expects nine billion trips to be undertaken during holiday period

Asian American communities around the U.S. and around the world are ringing in the Year of the Snake Wednesday, including in New York City. The Lunar New Year, also known as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival,

With festive season now behind us, our attention turns to the next big celebration: Lunar New Year. And in 2025, we’ll be celebrating the Year of the Snake. Gift-giving is a key part of this special holiday,