Stories by Ruth Kuo
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Unpacking the debate over new year name
As Asian communities around the world celebrate the start of a new year, debate still rages about how to refer to this holiday in English.
Lunar New Year: What to expect in the Year of the Snake
The new zodiac year is typically associated with wisdom, mystery and transformation in Chinese culture.
Using AI to bolster Chinese-language learning ability
The University of Auckland's Chinese Department launches a project that seeks to integrate Chinese-language education with artificial intelligence.
Drama spanning two decades headlines NZ Chinese Film Festival
Films feature Chinese and English subtitles, making them accessible for Mandarin- and English-speaking audiences.
Why NZ celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival in spring
Celebration is a harvest festival that is marked when the moon appears to be at its brightest in the northern hemisphere sky.
Unpacking the significance of the Dragon Boat Festival in New Zealand
The 2,000-year-old festival is a mixture of two things that New Zealanders love: food and sports.
Chinese New Year: What to expect in the Year of the Dragon
Some may find the astrological year ahead to be a little unpredictable and volatile in nature.