Celebrating Nowruz with mixed emotions NPR | By Sarah Ventre Published March 20, 2026 at 1:13 PM PDT Facebook Email Listen • 4:24 Nowruz, the Iranian New Year, is a joyous holiday celebrating spring and rebirth. But for many in the Iranian diaspora, this year, they're balancing joy with anxiety and grief as the war continues. Copyright 2026 NPR