One of the most famous Chinese folk tales is the “Legend of the White Snake.” Although early versions of the myth date back to the Tang dynasty (618–907), the modern origins of the story can be found ...

Many Black inventors struggled through hardship, poverty, and, in some circumstances, slavery. Still, they prevailed and proved their genius to the world. The following are but a few of the many ...

“I thought it was just a bit of bark on my roof, and then I walked closer and realised that it was a red-bellied black snake. The daycare called the snake catcher and we waited far away,” she ...

A member of dragon dance club Naga Merah Putih (Red White Dragon) which is named after Indonesian national ... with 2025 designated as the Year of the Snake in the Chinese zodiac. Fireworks, parades ...

Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the ...

While the Chinese elders hand out money in red envelopes, many South Koreans use white envelopes. This snake is especially zen looking, what with it being pictured in a monk-like pose Some might ...

John Sykes, who has died of cancer aged 65, was a guitarist best known for his work with Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake; with the former, he was a rejuvenating force in the autumn of their career ...

In the Chinese Legend of the White Snake, Bai Suzhen is a snake spirit who transforms into a woman and falls in love with a human. Despite her noble intentions, her supernatural origins create ...

The Chinese Lunar New Year, beginning on January 29, 2025, marks the Year of the Snake, symbolizing wisdom and transformation. Celebrations last for 15 days with grand feasts, red decorations ...

Celebrate the Year of the Snake with this scaly tea pet from Upton Tea Imports, which can stand watch while you serve black tea that the brand sourced specially for Lunar New Year. Mochi Gummies ...

Lucky numbers for people born in the Year of the Snake are two, eight and nine, and their lucky colours are red, light yellow and black. Their lucky flower is orchid. The years above are a rough ...

Shown in green, gold, silver and black ... Soir Year of the Snake. Measuring 36mm and making it perfect for smaller wrists, the Dior Grand Soir Year of the Snake has a white mother-of-pearl ...