Don't Empty Bins Tomorrow for Chinese New Year Luck
Residents are urged to avoid emptying rubbish bins on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, as part of Chinese New Year customs to preserve wealth and good fortune, with normal service resuming Wednesday.
Residents are urged to avoid emptying rubbish bins on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, as part of Chinese New Year customs to preserve wealth and good fortune, with normal service resuming Wednesday.
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