News & Insights Across Asia
From Tianjin’s traditional woodblock prints to Shanghai’s luminous lanterns, and inspiring personal stories, Asia welcomes the New Year with a rich tapestry of cultural events and ambitions.
Residents in northern China are embracing ice and snow sports during the New Year, as Taiyuan’s ice-and-snow park and ski resorts attract crowds with thrilling activities and stunning winter scenery.
China welcomes 2025 with spectacular celebrations, from Beijing’s Shougang Park countdown to Shanghai’s innovative “Dunhuang Reimagined” exhibition, highlighting the nation’s rich cultural tapestry.
At least 15 people were killed when a pickup truck rammed into a crowd during New Year’s celebrations in New Orleans. The FBI is investigating the incident as an act of terrorism.
Beijing welcomes the New Year with the ‘Beijing Thousand Lantern Night’ festival, illuminating Wenyu River Park with over a thousand Zigong lanterns from December 28 to March 2025.
Celebrate the arrival of 2025 at Beijing’s ‘Thousand Lantern Night’ festival in Wenyu River Park. From December 28 to March 2025, immerse yourself in a dazzling display of over a thousand Zigong lanterns.
The Dong ethnic group in Hubei Province celebrated New Year by welcoming visitors with a feast and traditional performances in Xuan’en County.