Podcasts about lunar new year celebrations

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This week, immigration agents detained dozens of people in Austin, and Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered state officers to partner with federal officers in carrying out President Donald Trump's efforts in deporting people. For today's Friday News Roundup, host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by Hey Austin newsletter editor Kelsey Bradshaw and executive producer Eva Ruth Moravec in discussing all the latest developments. Plus, it's time to celebrate Lunar New Year and the year of the snake — and we've got tips on how to partake in the fun. And, stay tuned for our weekend picks. See you at meat church? Learn more about the sponsor of this January 31st episode: Tecovas Visit Amarillo Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Join ClubUTM: https://www.patreon.com/c/unlockingthemagic Need travel help: https://unlockingthemagictravel.com/ What You Need to Know About Disney and Universal ParksWelcome to another exciting episode of Unlocking the Magic! Today, we're diving into the latest news, tips, and insider scoops on your favorite parks, including Disney and Universal. Whether you're a theme park pro or just planning your next visit, we've got something for everyone. Chapters:00:00 - Introduction and Podcast Highlights00:20 - Welcome to Episode 48900:46 - Winter Location Guessing Game Winners02:22 - Disneyland Hotel Updates and Refurbishments05:12 - Universal Orlando's New Stella Nova Resort Review14:15 - Universal Mardi Gras, Halloween Horror Nights, and Holiday Events18:20 - Epic Universe Updates and Ticket Info22:18 - Space Mountain's 50th Anniversary and Fun Facts26:06 - The Newly Reimagined Haunted Mansion Bride at Disneyland33:33 - Lunar New Year Celebrations at Disney California Adventure37:15 - Listener Shoutout and Giveaway Winners39:15 - Closing Thoughts Don't forget to:✅ Subscribe for more theme park updates

Yang Wang joins us to talk about a Lunar New Year Reading and Tea, a celebration of the Lunar New Year.

In this episode our guest Miss Panda returns for part 2, as we dive into the traditions of Lunar New Year celebrated by Chinese communities worldwide. From the significance of zodiac animals to the symbolism behind red decorations and lucky foods, listeners are treated to a colorful exploration of Chinese culture! Through engaging anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, Miss Panda shares the deep meanings behind cherished customs, inviting families of all backgrounds to join in the festivities and embrace the diversity of Asian cultures. As the episode unfolds, listeners are enchanted by tales of family dumpling-making rituals, the thrill of receiving lucky red envelopes, and the lively energy of lion dances symbolizing good luck and prosperity. Miss Panda celebrate the unity found in diversity, celebrating the beauty and depth of Lunar New Year traditions while fostering understanding and appreciation across cultures. GIVEAWAY: We will be giving away Miss Panda's book, LITTLE BUN: A BILINGUAL STORYBOOK ABOUT FEELINGS!  Email us at hello@culturekidsmedia.com and let us know what your favorite new year tradition is! We can't wait to hear from you! Winner will be announced on our Instagram page @culturekidsmedia and will receive a free copy of the book:) For birthday shoutouts and educators: hello@culturekidsmedia.com Website: http://culturekidsmedia.com Miss Panda, Amanda Hsiung Blodgett: https://www.misspandachinese.com/

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As Israel prepares for a ground offensive in Rafah, concerns about what will happen to the more than one million people taking shelter in the area. A 5-year-old Palestinian girl was found dead in a car - we'll explain what happened. Some allies of President Joe Biden worry about his political standing after the special counsel report. Even as aid for Ukraine dwindles, the fighting on the ground continues. And, the year of the Dragon is here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chinese Border Crossers Enter U.S. with Help from TikTokJanet Yellen Opposes World Bank Lending to ChinaChina Voices Fears to U.S. Officials Over TariffsOrgan Rights Group Nominated for Nobel PrizeLawmakers Name Six Hong Kongers for Nobel Peace PrizeChina Can't Export Surveillance Model Abroad: AnalysisIllicit Chinese Weed Farms 'Very Concerning': AvilaRising Deaths in China Ahead of Lunar New YearCanada Overtakes China as Top Lithium Battery SupplierWill the Pentagon's Solar Panels Come from China?Taiwan Prepares for Lunar New Year Celebrations

Join us as we travel into the vibrant world of Lunar New Year celebrations with special guest Amanda Hsiung Blodgett, also known as Miss Panda. We explore the mythology behind Lunar New Year and how Chinese communities worldwide celebrate for 15 days. From the significance of the color red to the traditional practices observed on each day of the celebration, listeners will gain insight into the rich cultural traditions. Young listeners will learn about the diverse customs and beliefs associated with Lunar New Year, gaining a deeper appreciation for the depth and complexity of Chinese culture. From family reunion dinners to lantern festivals, this episode offers a window into the joys and festivities that accompany the arrival of the new year in Chinese communities around the globe. Tune in to discover the beauty and significance of Lunar New Year and how it fosters a sense of connection, tradition, and community among families! Birthday shout outs & educators: hello@culturekidsmedia.com Shop: http://culturekidsmedia.com/shop Instagram: @culturekidsmedia Ms Amanda Amanda Hsiung-Blodgett Website: https://www.misspandachinese.com Instagram: @miss_panda_chinese

Lunar New Year is celebrated by billions of people all over the planet, including in Tāmaki Makaurau.

In the “Today in San Diego” podcast, police are investigating three shootings that happened overnight leaving one person dead, protests are breaking out across the nation in response to videos showing the fatal police beating of Tyre Nichols and San Diegans are still celebrating the Lunar New Year at the Tet Festival in Mira Mesa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join KCBS's Foodie Chap Liam Mayclem as he talks about the wonderful Lunar New Year menus he has sampled for the Year of the Rabbit. Theater fans will be excited to hear about Dear Evan Hansen and 49ers fever is at its highest in this week's "Liam's List."

Even though some of the biggest celebrations took place last weekend, there are still plenty of ways to get involved.

36 mass shootings already in 2023 in the United States and we are not even a full month into the year. 11 victims are now dead in the latest update from the hospital from the massacre in Monterey Park, California. Plus, a high ranking FBI official is now in federal custody and is facing money laundering charges as well as questions about his connections to a sanctioned Russian billionaire. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

The manhunt is over for the gunman who shot and killed 10 people at a Los Angeles-area ballroom dance club. Guest: Reggie Ceccini, Global News Washington Bureau Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The year of the Rabbit is being welcomed in across Australia for those who celebrate the Lunar new year The days of single use plastic cups numbered in Queensland Alex Di Minaur the last Aussie left at the Australian Open - where attendance records are being smashed Ryan Gosling brings Sydney to a standstillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The year of the Rabbit is being welcomed in across Australia for those who celebrate the Lunar new year The days of single use plastic cups numbered in Queensland Alex Di Minaur the last Aussie left at the Australian Open - where attendance records are being smashed Ryan Gosling brings Sydney to a standstillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The year of the Rabbit is being welcomed in across Australia for those who celebrate the Lunar new year The days of single use plastic cups numbered in Queensland Alex Di Minaur the last Aussie left at the Australian Open - where attendance records are being smashed Ryan Gosling brings Sydney to a standstillSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Medical experts predict China could see tens of thousands of deaths a day over the Lunar New Year holiday. Since the dismantling of the government's zero-COVID policy, many have been anxious about the wave of infections that have swept through. As special correspondent Richard Kimber reports, most are brushing risks and fears aside to celebrate the most important festival on the Chinese calendar. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Medical experts predict China could see tens of thousands of deaths a day over the Lunar New Year holiday. Since the dismantling of the government's zero-COVID policy, many have been anxious about the wave of infections that have swept through. As special correspondent Richard Kimber reports, most are brushing risks and fears aside to celebrate the most important festival on the Chinese calendar. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Medical experts predict China could see tens of thousands of deaths a day over the Lunar New Year holiday. Since the dismantling of the government's zero-COVID policy, many have been anxious about the wave of infections that have swept through. As special correspondent Richard Kimber reports, most are brushing risks and fears aside to celebrate the most important festival on the Chinese calendar. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Episode 83- January 13th, 2022   Disneyland Resort announces a new park hopping time for both parks starting February 4th, Disney100 soft launch of news and benefits, Downtown Disney has an abrupt closure, Lunar New Year Celebrations coming to the parks for the year of the Rabbit or the Cat? The return of the refillable popcorn bucket for Magic Key Holders and the bucket art was done by our amazing Sam Carter! Magic Key Holders can also get a free collectible print by Asia Ellington, some new food dropped into the parks leading up to the Disney100, Bad batch Season 2 is in full swing on Disney Plus, and Angela Bassett made history for Marvel Studios at the Golden Globes. 

Tuesday marked the start of the new Lunar New Year celebrations for 2022, and so you might be wondering what the year of the Water Tiger has in store for you as we transition away from the year of the Ox. The Quicky speaks to an expert in Chinese astrology and an expert in cultural exchange to find out not just what lies ahead, but also why some are saying the Tiger could be just what we need to bring about the beginning of the end of the pandemic. You can find out more about your fortune in the Lunar New Year of the Tiger here. CREDITS  Host: Claire Murphy With thanks to:  Dr Nicholas Ng - Professional composer and ethnomusicologist specialising in Australia-China musical exchange, based at the Institute for Australian and Chinese Arts and Culture at Western Sydney University.  Dr Wang Pan - Senior Lecturer in Chinese and Asian Studies at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We're listening! Call the pod phone on 02 8999 9386 or email us at podcast@mamamia.com.au Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Just by reading or listening to our content, you're helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We're currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.au  Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lunar New Year celebrations around the world Workers beg for unpaid wages FBI chief: China`s threat 'more brazen' than ever Covid cases mount among Olympic athletes, staff 10K residents transferred overnight for quarantine

The CRCE reopens today, Lunar New Year Celebrations on campus, new license place readers on the Dan Ryan expressway, ancient artifacts exhibit opens, and Governor Pritzker announces new tax relief measures. Hosted by Husna Hussaini Stories by Mac Dudley, Madison Holcomb, Tara Mobasher, Tori Gellman, and Josie Alameda. Music by Boxout

And Disneyland is Hosting a Super Bowl Party as Well!Lunar New Year Celebration is Back at Disney California Adventure Park, Now Through Feb. 13, 2022Ring in the Year of the Tiger during the Lunar New Year celebration at Disney California Adventure Park.This event runs through February 13, 2022. It's a tribute to Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean cultures with a touch of Disney magic, featuring Asian-inspired food and drinks, vibrant décor, keepsake merchandise and exciting entertainment!This year, “Mulan's Lunar New Year Procession” introduces a new float that Mulan and Mushu arrive upon, accompanied by traditional Chinese drummers with powerful rhythms and performers bringing cultural artistry and dance to life. The Paradise Garden Bandstand has daily live performances featuring traditional musical instruments, along with Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese folk dancers. Keep an eye out for Disney characters at the Paradise Gardens Gazebo, where you may see Tigger, Mulan and Mushu, Mickey and Minnie, and the Three Little Pigs – all dressed in their festive best.Raya, from Disney's “Raya and the Last Dragon,” is making her official debut at the Disneyland during the Lunar New Year celebration. Raya is greeting new friends under a forest canopy deep in the heart of Redwood Creek Challenge Trail. You can also stroll beneath strings of ornamental lanterns at the Lucky Wishes Wall to share your own wishes of hope, health and happiness for the Year of the Tiger. Plus, enjoy complimentary arts and crafts, such as coloring a “Dragon's Pearl” and Chinese calligraphy with local artisans.Of course, special Lunar New Year merch is available while supplies last, including an adorable Mickey Mouse plush, Spirit Jersey, tees and tumbler.And to go along with that, festive Lunar New Year Marketplaces offer a wide array of Asian-inspired dishes with a Disney twist. Here's the Foodie Guide to Lunar New Year 2022 at DisneylandIf you want to dine, then you may want to consider buying a Sip and Savor Pass, which gives you six coupons, redeemable for select food and non-alcoholic drinks at participating Lunar New Year Marketplace kiosks and dining locations.Longevity Noodle Co. (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13; Sip and Savor Pass available)Food Items: Garlic Noodles: Long noodles tossed in a zesty garlic butter with Parmesan cheese *Spicy Pork Dandan Noodles: Pan-fried noodles with ground pork and spicy tri-chile sauce Beverages: Salted Pistachio Cold Brew featuring Joffrey's Coffee & Tea Co. French Bistro Blend Coffee Pale Ale with mandarin and bergamot zest Novelty: Lotus Flower Glow Cube (Sip and Savor Pass not accepted) Lucky 8 Lantern (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13; Sip and Savor Pass available)Food Items: Shrimp Fried Rice with garlic bacon edamame *Beef Bulgogi Short Rib on rice with green onion salad Beverages: Peach Yuja-Ade: Peach syrup, yuja, dragonfruit, lemon, and butterfly pea flower tea Soju Peach Yuja-Ade: Soju, peach syrup, yuja, dragonfruit, lemon, and butterfly pea flower tea Lager Novelty: Lotus Flower Glow Cube (Sip and Savor Pass not accepted) Prosperity Bao & Buns (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13; Sip and Savor Pass available)Food Items: *Char Siu BBQ Pork Bao: Pickled red onions and jalapeño Mickey Chinese Hot Dog Bun: Brioche-style Mickey-shaped buns stuffed with hot dog and finished with sesame seeds and scallions Beverages: Prosperous Tiger: Vodka, cream of coconut, bitters, triple sec, mandarin purée, vanilla bean Lychee Celebration: Gin, prosecco, lychee purée, lychee syrup, grapefruit juice, and yuja Bamboo Lager Novelty: Lotus Flower Glow Cube (Sip and Savor Pass not accepted) Red Dragon Spice Traders (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13; Sip and Savor Pass available)Food Items:  *Spicy Three-Cup Chicken served on a bed of jasmine rice Impossible™ Lion's Head Meatballs: Mini plant-based pork meatballs served with cabbage and Shaoxing wine reduction Mickey Purple Sweet Potato Macaron: Red macaron filled with purple sweet potato buttercream and crème fraîche center Beverages: Dancing Firecracker: Pineapple juice, guava purée, spicy honey syrup, hibiscus syrup, and lime juice Jasmine Tea Lager Novelty: Lotus Flower Glow Cube (Sip and Savor Pass not accepted) Seasonal Cart (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13; Sip and Savor Pass available)Food Items:Mango-Pineapple PieBeverages:Mulan Sipper with assorted Coca-Cola bottled beverage or DASANI bottled waterSeasonal Cart in Redwood Creek Challenge Trail (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13)Food Item:Brown Sugar Steam Bun: Brown sugar steam bun topped with blue cream cheese icing (New) Beverages: White Hot Chocolate: Blue white chocolate topped with toasted marshmallow whipped cream and purple sugar (non-alcoholic) (New) Warm Apple Cider Cocktail: Hot apple cider, spices, and cinnamon whiskey garnished with a cinnamon stick and a caramel rim (New) Studio Catering Truck (available Jan. 10 through Mar. 01)Food Item:Hoisin Pork Sliders: Marinated pulled pork on Hawaiian rolls with apple slaw (New)  Beverages: Green Tea Slush: Almond milk, green tea, and vanilla (non-alcoholic) (New) Lemongrass-Ginger Lemonade: Lemongrass, lemon juice, ginger, and mint (non-alcoholic) (New) Lucky Fortune Cookery (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13; mobile order and Sip and Savor Pass available)Beverages: Hong Kong-style Milk Tea: Black tea sweetened with condensed milk served over ice (non-alcoholic) (New) Mulan Sipper with choice of: Fountain beverage at time of purchase, Hong Kong-style milk tea, or Vietnamese iced coffee (non-alcoholic) Novelty: Lotus Flower Glow Cube (Sip and Savor Pass not accepted) Cappuccino Cart (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13; mobile order and Sip and Savor Pass available) Food Items:  Baked Char Siu Bao: Chinese BBQ pork-filled baked bun (New) Mango-Pineapple Pie: Mango and pineapple-filled pie (New) Paradise Garden Grill (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13; mobile order and Sip and Savor Pass available)Food Items: Korean-style BBQ Chicken: Half chicken with steamed white rice, kimchi, pickled cucumbers, and sesame seeds (Sip and Savor portion available) Pork Banh Mi: Grilled pork belly with pickled daikon, carrots, cucumber, jalapeño, cilantro, and seasoned mayonnaise on a crispy baguette (Sip and savor portion available) Spicy Kung Pao Tofu: Deep fried tofu with zucchini, yellow squash, broccoli, red peppers, peanuts, and fried rice garnished with garlic deep-fried chips (Sip and Savor portion available) (New) Whole Fried Fish: Crispy whole fish, sweet and sour sauce, steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables and chicken soup – served family-style for two Green Tea Raspberry Parfait: Green tea mousse, raspberry jelly, white sponge cake, white chocolate mousse, and candy pearls Sides of steamed or fried rice Beverages: Tiger Milk Tea with brown sugar boba (non-alcoholic) (New) Soju Cocktail: Soju, ginger beer, lemon, basil, Fresno chile, lychee flavor-filled boba (non-alcoholic) (New) Mulan Sipper with choice of fountain beverage at time of purchase (non-alcoholic) Novelty: Lotus Flower Glow Cube (Sip and Savor Pass not accepted) Paradise Gardens Special Events Cart (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13)Food Items: *Gochujang Wings: Chicken wings in spicy gochujang sauce Asian-style Street Corn: Steamed corn on the cob rolled in spicy gochujang sauce (New) Korean-style BBQ Nachos: Bulgogi pork belly, cheesy corn sauce, gochujang crema, fresh radish, and spicy cucumbers on house-made chips (New) Orange-flavored Cotton Candy Mango-Pineapple Pie: Mango and pineapple-filled pie (New)  Beverages: Mulan Sipper with assorted Coke or other drinks, or DASANI bottled water (non-alcoholic) Puffed Rice Pale Ale Lamplight Lounge (available Jan. 21 through Feb. 13)   Food Items: *Korean-style BBQ Nachos: Bulgogi pork belly, cheesy corn sauce, gochujang crema, fresh radish, and spicy cucumbers on house-made chips (New) Kung Pao Bao: Kung Pao-glazed crispy pork belly, chili peanuts, steamed bao bun, red pepper, and green onion slaw Oolong Donut: Oolong-dusted beignet donut served with oolong crème anglaise, and orange soy pudding dipping sauces Beverages:Lunar Cocktail: Baiju Chinese liquor, smoked orange syrup, orange bitters and lemon juice garnished with orange peel (New) Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa: GCH Holiday CartFood Items: Lantern Whoopie Pie: Whoopie pie filled with vanilla buttercream and dipped in pearl sprinkles Assorted Pretzel Sticks: Tiger-striped chocolate pretzel sticks Mickey-shaped Tiger Sugar Cookie: Sugar cookie dipped in red chocolate with gold Mickey-shaped tiger ---New Playset Fun Coming to Toy Story Land in 2022 After enjoying a rollicking ride through Toy Story Mania!, Guests will soon be treated to a new experience that is filled to the brim with fun. Andy discovered Jessie's Trading Post playset tucked away in the attic, and is bringing it downstairs to set up shop—full of the coolest toys and finest souvenirs handpicked by the rootinest, tootinest cowgirl.Also coming in 2022 to Andy's backyard is the Roundup Rodeo BBQ restaurant. You'll be able to enjoy barbecue fare while surrounded by toys, games, and playsets that Andy has brought together for his one-of-a-kind rodeo.Disney is promising an immersive experience where the rodeo will be in full swing, with western town and train station playsets mixing with surprising, playful details, like some fan-favorite Pixar characters as they've never been seen before!ESPN will be at Disneyland Resort for Super Bowl WeekESPN will be at Disneyland Resort for Super Bowl LVI, with productions originating from Disney California Adventure park beginning Wednesday, February 9, through Super Bowl Sunday on February 13. Downtown Disney will have a fan experience Thursday, February 10 through Sunday, February 13.Disney Skyliner International Gateway line temporary closure Jan. 23-28In an effort to continually enhance the Guest experience here at Walt Disney World, we refresh our offerings from time to time. As previously announced in May 2021, Disney Skyliner transportation between EPCOT International Gateway, Disney's Riviera Resort and Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort will be unavailable from Sunday, Jan. 23 through Friday, Jan. 28.Thank You for Listening to the Disney Travel PodcastThank you very much for listening to this episode, Amelia and I hope that you enjoyed it. If you did, we would be very grateful if you could rate, review and subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts/iTunes (or on whichever app you choose to listen). A brief review about what you liked most about an episode truly helps to keep the show going by exposing it to new listeners. 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It is the time of year where DCA had it's special Lunar New Year Celebration. I share a quick update on all the fun things going on and some tips on where to find some special characters. 

State Senator John C. Liu - Lunar New Year Celebrations by John Catsimatidis

Lunar New Year is here and it is time to talk about the highs and (very) lows of how Disneyland and Walt Disney World use their resources to highlight this beautiful tradition that is celebrated all over the world! We also discuss Raya and the Last Dragon, Black History Month in Walt Disney World and how Disneyland could open sooner than we think!  Lastly, Nik's therapy session is all about the traumas that we've all endured in the Walt Disney World bathrooms and how much anxiety is induced every time we all walk through the doors. !!CW!!: Blood, human excrement, grossness

Investigators believe all three new COVID-19 cases linked to Melbourne's hotel quarantine cluster are infected with the highly contagious United Kingdom variant of COVID-19; Videos and facts sheets in multiple languages are advising of ways to celebrate and gather in a COVID-safe way and Australian Ash Barty defeats a friend fellow Australian to advance to the third round.

The pandemic travel restrictions and limits on gatherings have forced Lunar New Year event organisers to improvise.

Lunar New Year celebrations in Australia will adapt to the circumstances. From 12-26 February Asian communities in Australia -- including the Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean and Tibetan – will celebrate Lunar New Year. It is normally a huge celebration. - Perayaan Tahun Baru Imlek di Australia akan disesuaikan dengan keadaan.Dari 12-26 Februari komunitas Asia di Australia - termasuk Cina, Vietnam, Korea dan Tibet - akan merayakan Tahun Baru Imlek. Biasanya ini adalah perayaan besar.

Chinatown businesses expect quiet Lunar New Year; Restaurateur takes over father's former Benihana location; Reality Check: Newly released disciplinary reports document misconduct by police officers; Director discusses premiere of new film at Sundance

While tens of millions of people are expected to travel and united with families, China plans to impose tightened travel guidelines during the upcoming Spring Festival as it's fighting the Covid-19 resurgence in northern regions.

Activities of a Seoul-based choir and Lunar New Year celebrations Guests: Dr. Ryan Goessl, Executive Director and Conductor of the Camarata / Sarah Kim & Tyler Royer, members of Camarata

Julia Chatterley is live from the World Economic Forum in Davos and Zain Asher is live from New York. A massive city in China locked down and lunar new year celebrations axed to try to contain the fast-spreading Coronavirus. Stating their case -- Democrats use President Trump's own words against him in his Senate impeachment trial. And, in the Swiss alps -- France and the U.S. spar over digital taxes and tariffs. It's Thursday....and this is "First Move"

In this episode of the Stratfor Essential Geopolitics podcast, host and Chief Security Officer, Fred Burton, speaks to Stratfor Global Security Analyst Ben West about the Wuhan Corona Virus. On January 22, 2020, Chinese officials quarantined the city and slowed travel into and out of the city. But will it be enough to slow the virus' spread during the Lunar New Year Celebrations?

Happy Monday, January 20th Everyone & Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Weather in the parks today will be mostly cloudy with a high of 64 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 8 am - 11 pm and DCA 8 am - 10 pm. Happy Anniversary to High School Musical. Today in the year 2006 some 7.7 million viewers tuned in to watch the Premiere of Disney Channel's Original Movie, High School Musical. In Park news, Lunar New Year Celebrations are in full swing right now in DCA. From Shows, Merch, Festive Characters and Let's not forget all the food! So many food options right now for the event don't forget that you can purchase a Sip & Savor Pass for $42 before AP and $39 with AP. In More Park News, The New Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance Ride has definitely lived up to its hype. Boarding Groups are still in effect as the ride is in such high demand. If you plan to ride, be sure to arrive at the parks early enough to be through the gates before opening and have your Disneyland App ready to go. Remember, getting a boarding group is basically a lottery so good luck to all.

Happy Wednesday, January 15th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be partly cloudy with a high of 67 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 9 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. In Park News, 4 new Stackable plastic Tiki Bowl Souvenirs, each with a different design can now be purchased at the Tropical Hideaway in Disneyland for $14, the best part, they also come with a Dole Whip! We are just a couple of days away from the beginning of the Lunar New Year Celebrations that begin this Friday, January 17th in DCA plus the Much Anticipated Opening of Disney's Latest Attraction Star Wars: Rise of The Resistance also opening to the public this Friday. Everything you need to know about both events can be found online at Disneyland.com.

Happy Monday, January 13th Everyone! Weather in the parks today will be partly cloudy with a high of 64 degrees. Park hours today, Disneyland will be open from 9 am - 9 pm and DCA 9 am - 8 pm. Today in the year 2012, The Disney Channel Original Movie Frenemies Premiered on The Disney Channel. Big Week in Park News! We not only have the Lunar New Year Celebrations beginning this Friday, January 18th in DCA but the Much Anticipated Opening of Disney's Latest Attraction Star Wars: Rise of The Resistance also opening to the public this Friday, January 18th. Everything you need to know about both events can be found online at Disneyland.com. Reminder, In Downtown Disney News at Sprinkles Cupcakes, if you are feeling adventurous, today is the last day to try the infamous Flamin Hot Cheeto Cupcake & The Dr. Pepper Cupcake.

We talk the Lunar New Year Celebrations at Universal Studios Hollywood featuring Kung Fu Panda, Minions and Transformers

Welcome to EPISODE 28 of the Minnie Mice Show, I'm Mama Mouse Cynthia, and these are my 2 Minnie Mice, Anyssa & Cianna! Happy Friday, January 25th Everyone! In Park News, Along with the Get your Ears on Celebration that's going on right now... Love Month officially Began this week and All The Valentines Day Decor, Merch & Treats are officially here and can be found throughout the parks. You can also find food guides throughout the parks so that you don't miss out on any of it. In honor of Love Month, A Fun Surprise is also here, Minnie's Valentine Surprise, that is! Minnie's Valentine's Day Surprise is a Park Wide Scavenger Hunt. Once you find all the HIdden Valentines, you can redeem your completed map at Disney Showcase for a Special Surprise. (While Supplies last) Commemorative Maps & Stickers Can Be purchased at Select Merchandise Locations so you can join in on all the fun! This fun event will last until February 18th. Starting Today in Disneyland, The Official Return of Mickey's Soundsational Parade and we're told there are a Couple new surprises that have been added. The Parade will be shown twice a day, Friday - Sunday (at 3:30 pm & 6 pm) and then Monday - Thursday at 6 pm. And In DCA, Lunar New Year Celebrations officially begin today, celebrating The Year of the Pig! And don't forget about AP Corner… A Great Photo Op Spot where AP Holders can also receive a Lunar New Year AP Button and a New Years Wish Card. AP Corner is located in DCA under the Silly Symphony Swings. This fun event is filled with lots of Asian inspired Food in which you can purchase a Sip & Savor Pass for 4 Food Booths that will be available. Exclusive Merch, Including some from Shanghai Disney and fun Performances daily with Drummers, Dancers & Even appearances from Mulan & Mushu. Lunar New Year Festivities will run through till February 17th. Don't forget to Subscribe on Itunes, SoundCloud or Google Play! For those of you watching on YOUTUBE, don't forget to hit the SUBSCRIBE button below! We are The Minnie Mice Show, Make sure you check us out at @TheMinniemice on social media.

Happy Friday, January 25th Everyone! Weather in the parks today is Sunny & Warm with a High of 77 degrees. Today in Disney History in the Year 1967, Disney's 17th Animated Feature Film 101 Dalmatians Premiered in theaters. In Park News, Starting Today in Disneyland, The Official Return of Mickey's Soundsational Parade and we're told there are a Couple new surprises that have been added. The Parade will be shown twice a day, Friday - Sunday (at 3:30 pm & 6 pm) and then Monday - Thursday at 6 pm. And In DCA, Lunar New Year Celebrations officially begin today, celebrating The Year of the Pig! This fun event is filled with lots of Asian inspired Food in which you can purchase a Sip & Savor Pass for 4 Food Booths that will be available. Exclusive Merch, Including some from Shanghai Disney and fun Performances daily with Drummers, Dancers & Even appearances from Mulan & Mushu. Lunar New Year Festivities will run through till February 17th. For More Minnie Mice Minute Updates, Subscribe on Itunes, SoundCloud or Google Play! Again, I'm Mama Mouse Cynthia, co-host of The Minnie Mice Show, Make sure you check us out at @TheMinniemice Thanks for listening…. This is the Minnie Mice sounding off! Until Next time, Be Kind & Spread Some Magic!

The Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival is one of the most popular Lunar New Year Celebrations in Taiwan. People will travel from all over the island just for this event which starts about two weeks before the end of Lunar New Year festivities. A few years ago The Discovery Channel called it the second best New Year’s festival in the world. It’s caught on so it’s no surprise when I visit to  see more Westerners here than anywhere else at any time of year in Taiwan. I’m checking out one of the first sky lantern releases of the season which is held in the town of Pingxi, less than an hour by car or bus east of the capital of Taipei.People visit Pingxi and the neighbouring town of Shifin year round to release lanterns but Lunar New Year is the most popular time to come. Each person writes on one of the four sides of the lantern with their own new year’s prayers. You do the customary pose for pictures then release the lantern into the sky.The first lanterns were used from 220-280 A.D. as a communication tool during war times in China. When the Hans people immigrated from China to Taiwan between 1820-50 the lantern was used to signal to family members that it was safe to return home. Robberies were common at the time in the mountain town of Pingxi.Every year the festival is held here. The main releases take place on one of the local school grounds.Pingxi is a beautiful little town and should be visited on a separate trip just to savour some of it’s authentic Taiwanese heritage. Many of the buildings were constructed in the 1930’s and 40’s along with wooden houses built during the Japanese occupation of Taiwan. There’s lots of shops selling traditional crafts and gifts. Some of the most beautifully crafted silk lanterns are produced in Pingxi. O Excerpts from "Taiwan's World Famous Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival".

Note*I retired the Far East Adventure Travel Magazine in 2015. The Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival is one of the most popular Lunar New Year Celebrations in Taiwan. People will travel from all over the island just for this event which starts about two weeks before the end of Lunar New Year festivities. A few years ago The Discovery Channel called it the second best New Year’s festival in the world. It’s caught on so it’s no surprise when I visit to see more Westerners here than anywhere else at any time of year in Taiwan. I’m checking out one of the first sky lantern releases of the season which is held in the town of Pingxi, less than an hour by car or bus east of the capital of Taipei. People visit Pingxi and the neighbouring town of Shifin year round to release lanterns but Lunar New Year is the most popular time to come. Each person writes on one of the four sides of the lantern with their own new year’s prayers. You do the customary pose for pictures then release the lantern into the sky. The first lanterns were used from 220-280 A.D. as a communication tool during war times in China. When the Hans people immigrated from China to Taiwan between 1820-50 the lantern was used to signal to family members that it was safe to return home. Robberies were common at the time in the mountain town of Pingxi. Every year the festival is held here. The main releases take place on one of the local school grounds. Pingxi is a beautiful little town and should be visited on a separate trip just to savour some of it’s authentic Taiwanese heritage. Many of the buildings were constructed in the 1930’s and 40’s along with wooden houses built during the Japanese occupation of Taiwan. There’s lots of shops selling traditional crafts and gifts. Some of the most beautifully crafted silk lanterns are produced in Pingxi. Of course because it’s Taiwan, there’s lots of food, including local snacks. If you have time it’s always fun to take a northbound train to Ruifang, then catch the tourist train to Pingxi. Along the way you can also stop in Shifin and walk to Shifin waterfall which some believe is the nicest one in all of Taiwan. It is definitely a celebratory atmosphere here in Pingxi with everyone getting in on the new year’s fun. Many people release lanterns with their prayers and wishes from the train tracks which run right through the village. There’s also a really cool film on the lantern traditions of Pingxi that plays through this lantern shape building throughout the day. OK I’m getting the gong so it’s time to head back to the school grounds and get ready for the first release of the night. I wasn’t kidding when I said the PIngxi Sky Lantern Festival is a big deal, drawing dignitaries, celebrities and T.V. crews from around the island and the world. And guess what, it didn’t rain afterall-just a little mountain mist. There’s introductions-then the first group hits the school grounds to get ready for the first sky lantern release of the night. But first, a little musical interlude…Then finally the spotlights are dimmed and the first release of the Lunar New Year begins. Fodor’s Travel Guides named it one of 14 festivals a person must see in their lifetime. History, tradition and a joyful unique celebration in the hills of Northeastern Taiwan. I would agree this is a remarkable event one must see to complete their experience of Taiwan’s Lunar New Year celebrations! Xin Nian Kaui Le, Happy New Year from the Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival in Taiwan. The post Taiwan’s World Famous Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival appeared first on Far East Adventure Travel.

This week on Bag Ladiez we get an update from the #UAlbany incident (sort of), updates on the Akai Gurley trial happening right now in Brooklyn, more #animalrights (yo we stay talking about this lol), and Lunar New Year Celebrations (happy year of the Monkey!). We’re unpacking baggage surrounding culture and when it’s sometimes just kind of embarrassing to explain yourself (shoutout to our moms who don’t speak English but act like they do!). Also we’re so far gone on the #Hamilton train and we explain why and yooo we got an email from someone asking our advice! We think we gave some good advice but then again we’re Dominican and extra so do with it what you will haha. You can find all the links for our stories below! Links: UAlbany update: http://bit.ly/1QtHdnU Akai Gurley Shooting Trial: http://bit.ly/20XoYP4 Ban Horse Carriages NYC: http://banhdc.org/ Lunar New Year:http://bit.ly/1RsOh92 Beny’s Delice yelp page: http://bit.ly/1muxBAY Hamilton Spotify Playlist: http://bit.ly/1Tacd0Q Paraelsolylaluna's Project: "We want to allow these young womyn to submit their work through a variety of mediums on topics of love, friendship, race, identity, body positivity, sexuality, gender, class, feminism, etc." Email: empoweringpeopleofcolor@gmail.com