No substitutes for fireworks in celebrating Lunar New Year

Beijing (MindaNews) – For the Chinese, welcoming a new year would not be complete without lighting a firecracker, whether to ward off evil spirits and shoo away bad luck from the previous year or just for the “bang” of it. Since the invention of the gunpowder in China centuries ago, the use of fireworks and other types of firecrackers during festivals and other special occasions have been ...

Fireworks fundraising starts off with a bang

From left, Ashley McCann, Nick McCann and McKenzie McCann. From left, Ashley McCann, Nick McCann and McKenzie McCann.

Nine Myanmar illegals held

PADANG BESAR: An attempt by nine Myanmar immigrants to enter the country illegally was yesterday foiled by the Anti-Smuggling Unit (UPP) here.

Celebrating Chinese New Year

The spring festival is the most celebrated holiday in China

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