7 pictures of people around the world ringing in the Chinese Lunar New Year

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The Chinese Lunar New Year begins today, although celebrations ushering in the Year of the Dog have been taking place all week. Here is a glimpse of some of the colorful festivities from around the world. Jeva Lange

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Qiqihar Railway Station, China:

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Shanghai:

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Jeva Lange
Jeva Lange

Jeva Lange was the executive editor at TheWeek.com. She formerly served as The Week's deputy editor and culture critic. She is also a contributor to Screen Slate, and her writing has appeared in The New York Daily News, The Awl, Vice, and Gothamist, among other publications. Jeva lives in New York City. Follow her on Twitter.