tina kraus has the story. ♪ >> reporter: lunar new year has officially arrived.ties across asia and around the globe. the tallest building dubai's burj khalifa came alive to mark the occasion. and the nasdaq stock exchange gave a ringing endorsement of good fortune. >> it's an honor for us to be able to highlight the relationship between the u.s. and china. >> reporter: asian americans from san francisco to boston have been prepping for the festival for weeks. >> you need to clean your house, cut your hair. but you also need to get your decorations, your flowers, you need to get all of the things that symbolize prosperity, wealth, and renewal in the new year. >> reporter: back in china, people aren't the only ones getting into the holiday spirit. a famous chimpanzee showed off cleaning skills making his house spick and span before diving into a tasty treat. some pet owners pampered their furry friends with a traditional feast. the pups savoring the abundance of a happy new year. tina kraus, cbs news. >>> and in case you're wondering, the year of the snake is abou

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