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What is the story of hongbao, the red envelopes given out at celebrations like Lunar New Year?

Red envelopes, known as hongbao in Mandarin, are a cherished cultural tradition in China and many other parts of Asia.

The Conversation

New year have you craving change? 6 hairstyles top pros confirm will transform your look

New year, new hair

Marie Claire

Half Kung-fu, Half Opera: China's Captivating 'Heroes' Dance

With painted faces and vivid costumes, 40 young dancers leap through the streets of Shantou in southern China to the sound of gongs and drums as hundreds of spectators watch.

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Ed Sheeran denies 'divisive and damaging' reports he attended JK Rowling’s New Year’s party

The British singer addressed the claims following comments from trans journalist and broadcaster India Willoughby

Evening Standard

Ed Sheeran slams ‘divisive and damaging’ reports he attended JK Rowling’s New Year’s Eve party

The ‘Shape of You’ singer called on social media users to ‘please research before you post things’

The Independent UK

Lanterns Light Up Southern Chinese City Ahead Of Lunar New Year

Dozens of giant lanterns in the shape of mythical creatures, flowers and legendary characters light up the night sky in southern China -- a dreamlike spectacle to mark the upcoming Lunar New Year holidays.

International Business Times

France's Macron wants more young volunteers 'to reinforce' the army

In his New Year's address to the armed forces, President Emmanuel Macron called for a revision of France's military strategy, instructing officials to submit proposals on how to adapt to modern "perils" by May. This includes measures to encourage young people to strengthen the army reserves.

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Hawaii fireworks blast victims have injuries comparable to those seen on a battlefield, doctor says

Some wounds suffered by six Hawaii residents flown to Arizona for medical treatment after a deadly illegal fireworks explosion on New Year’s are comparable to battlefield injuries

The Independent UK

Dua Lipa shows why snake printwill never go out of style

Shop her serpent style ahead of Chinese New Year

Marie Claire

Leo Woodall and Meghann Fahy: Inside their White Lotus romance as Bridget Jones is released

From going Instagram official to a luxurious beach holiday over the New Year, the couple has shown that they’re going the distance

Evening Standard

Struggling to keep your New Year’s resolutions? Neuroscience can explain why

“New Year, new me.” This popular saying, so common at the beginning of the year, invokes a certain optimistic spirit, a conviction that every new cycle opens up new opportunities. It also invites us to take stock of the previous year’s achievements and setbacks, and often prompts us to make…

The Conversation

New year, new you: 5 best self-improvement shows to stream to fix your life

Time to start working on your resolutions

Tom’s Guide

After a pared back manicure to kick off the new year? These are hands down the best nail looks for a fresh start in 2025

Clean nail looks for the new year

Marie Claire

Why am I struggling with my New Year’s resolutions already?

Experts explain what can be done when motivation drops mid-January.

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California wildfires: investigators explore possible link between New Year’s fireworks and Palisades blaze

Questions raised of whether Palisades fire is connected to earlier fire put out New Year’s Day, with possible human origins

The Independent UK

What was the cause of the Pacific Palisades fire?

New Year’s Eve fireworks could be to blame, although authorities have not yet definitively ruled out arson

Evening Standard

Climate disasters of 2025: From Hurricane Melissa to Los Angeles wildfires

Hundreds of thousands of people around the world have been impacted by extreme weather and climate disasters in 2025

The Independent UK

AP Photo Gallery: Young people in Japan mark Coming of Age Day with sumptuous kimonos

Japan's Coming of Age Day is a sure sign of winter, arriving after New Year celebrations and ahead of the cherry blossom parties of early spring.

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You've quit your New Year's resolutions already; here's how to get back on track

"Quitters Day" for New Year's resolutions has passed, but there's no reason TO quit if you set goals that are actually attainable (and fun)!

Tom’s Guide

Striving to be a morning person this year? A sunrise alarm clock will help — here's how

They say productivity starts in the morning. If you want to get up earlier in the New Year, a sunrise alarm clock can help.

Homes & Gardens

9 ways to give your kitchen a reset after the New Year, according to designers

How to reintroduce calm to your kitchen after the holiday celebrations

Homes & Gardens

7 New Year’s gardening resolutions our editors are committing to in 2025

Be inspired to refresh your backyard by discovering what our team of editors will be focusing on this year

The National (Scotland)

Scottish town to celebrate new year in 300-year-old tradition

A SCOTTISH town is to celebrate new year — 11 days later than the rest of the country — in a 300-year-old tradition.

Newslaundry

Awful and Awesome Ep 377: All We Imagine As Light, Juror #2, Golden Globes

While discussing the topics:

Marie Claire

Today Is the Perfect Day to Ditch Your New Year’s Resolutions

Happy ‘Quitter’s Day’ to all those who celebrate

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