China’s film market enjoyed a record-breaking Lunar New Year, amassing a staggering RMB9.51 billion ($1.31 billion) in total box office revenue ... took the third spot with $137.2 million ...

according to box office tracker Maoyan Pro. With the holiday starting on January 28 this year, bookings have been up 9 per cent from the same corresponding period in the lunar calendar last year.

Lunar New Year marks the beginning of a new year based on lunar or lunisolar calendars. It is often referred to as Chinese New Year, especially in China, where it is a major cultural celebration.

The exact date varies each year based on the lunar calendar. The new year begins on Jan. 29 this year. The festival is important in Asian cultures as it’s meant to bring families together and ...

It begins with the first new moon of the lunar calendar and ends 15 days later ... In Chinese culture, they are grouped with the turtle and crane as a symbol of longevity. This year, merchants ...

Years Later, I Found Their Secret In A Box Of Their Things. My family came to the US undocumented. People say we're criminals stealing jobs and benefits but here's what I wish they knew.

Octopus With Broken Arms' Continues Reign as Dull Market Looks for Lunar New Year Boost China Box Office: 'Octopus With Broken Arms' Retains Top Spot, 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' Stays in Fifth Place as ...

One of the main reasons why people want to flock to Thailand over Chinese New Year is because the country is convenient and safe, especially when it comes to travel and transport, tourists say.