MORE than one billion people are set to celebrate Chinese New Year this week. And according to the Chinese Zodiac, the animal associated with your birth year can reveal a lot about your

Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the Chinese lunar calendar.

The Lunar New Year 2025 is here, beginning on January 29. 2025 is the Year of the Wood Snake, and each Chinese zodiac sign has a few especially lucky months throughout the year. According to Feng Shui master Marie Diamond,

This week’s new moon, on Wednesday, Jan. 29, will signal the beginning of the Chinese Lunar New Year, which this year is called the "Year of the Snake."

Certain animal signs in the Chinese zodiac are considered more compatible than others, but the Year of the Snake has three that are considered foes

Chinese New Year 2025 begins on January 29 2025, ushering in the Year of the Snake, symbolising wisdom and transformation. Celebrate with vibrant Chinese New Year rituals, including red envelopes, feasts,

Chinese Lunar New Year 2025: 2025 is the Year of the Snake. The Lunar New Year is on January 29 and the celebrations end with Lantern Festival on February 12.