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AP PHOTOS: Lunar New Year in the Philippines draws crowds to one of the world's oldest Chinatowns

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Crowds are flocking to in the Philippine capital to usher in the Year of the Wood Dragon and experience lively traditional dances on lantern-lit streets with food, lucky charms

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