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Why Chinese people give red envelopes, especially during Spring Festival.

by Catherine Lee, 30 January 2022

4 Super Simple Chinese New Year Decorating Ideas

Get your home or office ready for the Spring Festival season with these easy and affordable CNY decoration ideas.

by That's, 22 January 2019

Explainer: Why is Chinese New Year Called 'Spring Festival'?

Why doesn't everyone call it that, and why is there no Winter Festival or Summer Festival?

by Ryan Kilpatrick, 21 January 2020

Explainer: The Story Behind Dragon Boat Festival

What's with all these dragon boats anyway?

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