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Will the Year of the Rat bring you luck?

Updated 8:51 PM EST, Thu January 23, 2020
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<strong>Rat: </strong>What lies ahead for 2020? It all depends on your Chinese zodiac sign. (See this <a href="index.php?page=&url=http%3A%2F%2Fedition.cnn.com%2Ftravel%2Farticle%2Ffortune-guide-2020-chinese-zodiac-sign%2Findex.html" target="_blank">accompanying story</a> to figure out yours.)  Hong Kong Chinese astrology master So Man-fung Peter says people born in the year of the rat may find themselves prone to negative thoughts and more disruptions in life. To alleviate the impact, travel more in 2020.
Rat: What lies ahead for 2020? It all depends on your Chinese zodiac sign. (See this accompanying story to figure out yours.) Hong Kong Chinese astrology master So Man-fung Peter says people born in the year of the rat may find themselves prone to negative thoughts and more disruptions in life. To alleviate the impact, travel more in 2020.
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<strong>Ox: </strong>People born in the year of the ox can expect a comfortable year without major surprises. So also suggests watching out for male figures who may offer useful help this year.
Ox: People born in the year of the ox can expect a comfortable year without major surprises. So also suggests watching out for male figures who may offer useful help this year.
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<strong>Tiger:</strong> It's a year of travel and moves for all you tigers. So also reminds people born in the year of the tiger to take good care of their emotions this year due to the presence in their constellation of Gu Chen, a star known for bad moods and sorrows.
Tiger: It's a year of travel and moves for all you tigers. So also reminds people born in the year of the tiger to take good care of their emotions this year due to the presence in their constellation of Gu Chen, a star known for bad moods and sorrows.
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<strong>Rabbit:</strong> Thanks to Hong Luan, a star known for bringing positive relationships, rabbits have a good chance of meeting someone special this year.
Rabbit: Thanks to Hong Luan, a star known for bringing positive relationships, rabbits have a good chance of meeting someone special this year.
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<strong>Dragon: </strong>Those born under the year of the dragon may face more arguments and even lawsuits in 2020. Luckily, being in triple union with the Tai Sui star will help alleviate the negative effects. The master suggests taking a step back if conflicts arise.
Dragon: Those born under the year of the dragon may face more arguments and even lawsuits in 2020. Luckily, being in triple union with the Tai Sui star will help alleviate the negative effects. The master suggests taking a step back if conflicts arise.
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<strong>Snake: </strong>After a rough 2019, people born in the year of the snake will see their luck improve slightly this year. So says that by doing good deeds and being forgiving, one can turn unfortunate events into blessings.
Snake: After a rough 2019, people born in the year of the snake will see their luck improve slightly this year. So says that by doing good deeds and being forgiving, one can turn unfortunate events into blessings.
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<strong>Horse:</strong> It's the horse's turn to be in conflict with Tai Sui this year. This means you horses should prepare for more changes and save that cash as some large expenses might be on the way.
Horse: It's the horse's turn to be in conflict with Tai Sui this year. This means you horses should prepare for more changes and save that cash as some large expenses might be on the way.
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<strong>Sheep (Goat): </strong>People born in the year of the sheep should pay more attention to their health this year. They can also expect to receive useful advice from an authoritative figure.
Sheep (Goat): People born in the year of the sheep should pay more attention to their health this year. They can also expect to receive useful advice from an authoritative figure.
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<strong>Monkey: </strong>All you monkeys will enjoy a peaceful and stable year in 2020. So says that if they're looking for a promotion, it's time to step up at work and make your wishes known.
Monkey: All you monkeys will enjoy a peaceful and stable year in 2020. So says that if they're looking for a promotion, it's time to step up at work and make your wishes known.
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<strong>Rooster: </strong>The coming months will be easier for people born in the year of the rooster who are looking to build meaningful relationships. If you're in a stable relationship, it is a good year to consider taking it to the next level.
Rooster: The coming months will be easier for people born in the year of the rooster who are looking to build meaningful relationships. If you're in a stable relationship, it is a good year to consider taking it to the next level.
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<strong>Dog: </strong>So says it'll be a rather easy year for all you dogs. You'll experience more harmonious relationships too.
Dog: So says it'll be a rather easy year for all you dogs. You'll experience more harmonious relationships too.
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<strong>Pig: </strong>After going through a shaky 2019, people born in the year of the pig may enjoy a more stable 2020. So says you'll have better luck in wealth as well as personal relationships -- which could mean a promotion at work.
Pig: After going through a shaky 2019, people born in the year of the pig may enjoy a more stable 2020. So says you'll have better luck in wealth as well as personal relationships -- which could mean a promotion at work.
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