Year of the fire horse - explained: the Chinese zodiac sign that’s all about intensity
The Guardian World
by Maya YangFebruary 19, 2026
Lunar new year has ushered in a rare zodiac symbol with a reputation for energy and independence
As the lunar new year begins, the focus has turned to the Chinese zodiac and the arrival of the year of the fire horse – a rare pairing in the 60-year lunar cycle.
Drawing on Chinese metaphysics, the fire horse blends the horse’s reputation for energy and independence with the intensity of the fire element, giving it a distinct place in the zodiac tradition.
Continue reading...
Verticals
worldpolitics
Originally published on The Guardian World on 2/19/2026