How Asian Americans Are Redefining the Lunar New Year

Some younger Asian Americans are creating their own holiday traditions, putting their own spin on lessons they’ve learned. NYTimes New Year’s Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/21/style/lunar-new-year-traditions.html Aileen Kwun Original Source: NY Times >>

Day 31: How The Times Started a Beloved Tradition, in 10 … 9 … 8 …

A brief history of the Times Square ball drop, a New Year’s rite with journalistic beginnings and a dynamite origin. NYTimes New Year’s Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/31/style/times-square-ball-drop-history.html Jennifer Harlan Original Source: NY Times >>

December Birthdays: A Curse, or an Unexpected Blessing?

It’s hard to have your special day in a month of special days. December babies have one request: Make an effort. NYTimes New Year’s Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/30/style/december-birthday-struggle-joy.html Aidan Gardiner Original Source: NY Times >>

People Are Going Back to Holiday Parties — With Covid Tests

As rising Covid rates collide with a return to holiday festivities, hosts are coming up with inventive compromises. NYTimes New Year’s Eve https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/23/health/covid-holidays-parties.html Roni Caryn Rabin and Holly Secon Original Source: NY Times >>