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year of the dog

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

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

New York City:

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Kolkata, India:

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Southampton, England:

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Mexico City:

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Lisbon, Portugal:

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Qiqihar Railway Station, China:

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Shanghai:

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