Editor's note: The Chinese zodiac, or "shengxiao," consists of 12 animal signs that mark the years. Each animal represents one year in a repeating 12-year cycle, which is calculated based on the ...

Technological developments that do not improve life for everyone, but instead create or worsen inequality and conflicts, cannot be called true progress.” (Pope Francis, 2024 World Day of Peace message ...

The Chinese zodiac is a 12-year cycle where each year is associated with an animal: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig.

Traditionally, the rooster symbolizes integrity, honesty, diligence and bravery. People born in the Year of the Rooster are expected to be confident, intelligent, independent and foresighted. They are ...