China has welcomed the Lunar New Year with nationwide celebrations of fireworks, lanterns and festivities.
2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse, which symbolizes power and speed.
Feng shui expert Raymond Lo has made predictions about what the new year will be like for prominent American figures, including US President Donald Trump, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Hollywood sensation Timothee Chalamet.
In context, a Feng Shui master is a professional, often rooted in traditional Chinese metaphysics, who interprets and manipulates environmental energy (Qi) to improve harmony, health and prosperity in homes and businesses.
In an interview with cnnMaster Lo said: “The horse represents a powerful fire element. So it is a year of pure fire. The fire is very strong and very energetic.”
He added that it will provoke protests and anti-government demonstrations in the US that could not be so peaceful and added: “Fire is not a favorable element for President Trump, so it will stimulate his enemies.”
Master Lo said Trump will likely face fierce opposition and major obstacles in the year of the fire horse.
The year is expected to be favorable for New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who was sworn in last year after winning elections against political heavyweights.
Master Lo said: “Mamdani has a strong metallic element in his chart, and fire is a power for metal people. He will gain power. It is a very favorable year for him.”
Predictions do not always come true, as Master Lo’s prediction that then-President Biden would have a good year in 2024 and Trump a bad year did not come true, as Trump won the 2024 presidential election despite Lo’s prediction.
