2025-01-27
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Now here's your host, Shane Bigham with you on this Monday, January 27, 2025.
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A festive atmosphere sweeping across China as the country prepares to usher in the Year of the Snake.
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Now checking the day's top stories.
There's a festive mood across China as people will usher in the Year of the Snake in less than two days.
People have held various celebrations in different parts of the country to welcome Spring Festival.
The activities include singing dragon or lion dancing and lantern shows.
The Chinese Lunar New Year begins on Wednesday.