More than a billion people celebrate the Lunar New Year. There's dancing, colorful costumes and drums. For many it's a new idea, but for billions it's a way to celebrate their culture. USA Today’s Eve Chen and Jordan Mendoza discuss how the holiday is celebrated, its importance, and why it endures. We’ll also get a few hints about what Asian Americans are going through today. For more on the Lunar New Year click here. For more on the Year of the Tiger click here. Catch up with James Brown on twitter by clicking here, Eve Chen by clicking here and Jordan Mendoza by clicking here.

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