A new year begins

Tamdrin Phuntsog, 11, shares his video coverage of the celebrations in his home with guests.

The traditional ritual of "beating the ghost" is believed to keep the bad things of the past from encroaching into the new year.

Specials

A massive 8.8 magnitude quake hit the northeast coast of Japan on March 11,2011.

Lawmakers and political advisers gather in Beijing to discuss major issues.

A massive earthquake hit Japan hard, leaving thousands dead.