ACCORDING to the Chinese zodiac, this is the Year of the Wood Snake, which symbolises growth, creativity and transformation. Indeed, inventiveness is very much at play when it comes to red packet ...

However, the best and most auspicious time to open your red packets in the Year of the Snake is actually on February 15, or on the 18th day of the new lunar year, according to Hong Kong fortune ...

Whether you’re unfamiliar with the occasion or need a refresher, this guide to ushering in the Year of the Snake has you covered ... Family visits and red packets The first few days of the ...

Lunar New Year started Wednesday and lasts until next ... In Hong Kong for example, married family members give red packets containing cash to children and teenagers, according to the Royal ...

Famous snake babies include Taylor Swift ... while children are often given money in red packets known as "hong bao." The ...

From snake-themed events to whether your luck is in: discover all you need to know about the coming Lunar New Year in our Year of the Snake 2025 series. Handing out red packets filled with money ...

SAN FRANCISCO -- The Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival ... off evil spirits and frighten bad luck away. Gifting red packets filled with crisp dollar bills to children and the ...

Times Square ball drops and midnight kisses reliably usher in the New Year on the same date every ... married family members give red packets containing cash to children and teenagers, according ...