Global Vibes: From Xiaonian Traditions to Eco-Art Innovation

Xiaonian Kicks Off Lunar New Year Prep!

Happy Xiaonian! Millions across the Chinese mainland are spring cleaning and honoring the Kitchen God today—a 2,000-year-old ritual believed to bring good fortune. Pro tip: Sticky sweets are offered to ensure the deity’s sweet report to the heavens!

Fish Lanterns: A Millennium of Light

Dive into the ancient art of fish lantern crafting! These glowing symbols of abundance have lit up Spring Festival celebrations for over 1,000 years. Artisans work tirelessly to create intricate designs that later float through night markets like aquatic constellations.

Spring Festival Box Office BOOM

China’s cinemas are swimming in cash —advance ticket sales for holiday films just smashed 300 million yuan! From family comedies to fantasy epics, these releases are becoming as essential as dumplings during festivities.

Nigeria’s Trash-to-Treasure Revolution

Lagos artists are turning plastic waste into jaw-dropping sculptures , blending activism with creativity. Their latest exhibit features a 15-foot giraffe made entirely from discarded water bottles—proving eco-art can be both viral and vital.

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