00:00This Lunar Year celebration of Kung Hei Fat Choy takes on added meaning with UNESCO designating
00:05and declaring the Chinese social practices in commemorating the traditional New Year
00:10Spring Festival as one of intangible cultural heritage. Even more so, this year marks Filipino
00:16Chinese diplomatic ties going gold or hitting its 50th anniversary as our Rod Lagusa dwells
00:22more on the revelry and merrymaking in this report.
00:24Kyong Hei Wat Sai To mark the celebration of the Chinese New
00:31Year, people flocked in Binondo, Manila, the oldest Chinatown in the world.
00:38With a festive sound, dragon and lion dances were performed in celebration of the Year of
00:43the Wooded Skink. The streets were filled with people, alongside their families and friends,
00:48with many enjoying their food trips. A parade was held where people aboard the floats handed out
00:53candy, chocolates, water, T-shirts, and Ampao, where Manila Mayor Hani Lacuna also
00:58joined the celebration. Some of the people who went to Binondo truly enjoyed the experience.
01:02It's challenging but I'm able to capture all those memories.
01:20Meanwhile, the Binondo Police Station reported no untoward incidents related
01:24to the Chinese New Year celebration.
01:32On the other hand, Fungsoy expert Master Hans Ku was said in the Year of the Snake,
01:43it's important to be cautious.
02:02According to him, one of the good qualities of the snake is its ability to shed its skin,
02:10which can be compared to a fresh tart.
02:20And when it comes to the Chinese zodiac signs, Master Hans Ku
02:23suggests those born during the Year of the Pig should avoid being aggressive,
02:27while it is a recovery year for the dog and the dragon.
02:30For the Year of the Rabbit, there is a continuous flow of good fortune.
02:33The Year of the Tiger may face some trouble and the Year of the Rat could face issues
02:37of cheating in relationships.
02:38And when it comes to the Chinese zodiac signs, Master Hans Ku suggests those born during the
02:43Year of the Pig should avoid being aggressive, while it is a recovery year for the dog and the
02:48dragon. For the Year of the Rooster, one can expect negotiations.
02:51While for the Year of the Monkey, it's a good year to have a baby.
02:54The Year of the Sheep has a many stars, while the Year of the Horse has a heaven blessings
02:58issues of cheating in relationships.
03:00But the Year of the Ox will have many opportunities.
03:03Along with this, there are charms that can help bring good luck.
03:21Master Hans stressed that Feng Shui is only a guide.
03:24Rod Laguzad, for the National TV Network, for a new and better Philippines.
