Rebirth and Reunion: Beijing Sees Cleanest Lunar New Year Air Amid Olympics-Related Fireworks Ban

China and the Asian diaspora rang in the Lunar New Year on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, marking the end of the Year of the Ox and the beginning of the Year of the Tiger. The tiger—one of 12 zodiac animals—represents strength, courage, and bravery, and those born in the tiger years are said to be brave, passionate, and eager to take a new challenge.