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Hundreds gathered in Xizang’s Dingri County to honor the victims of a deadly earthquake that claimed 126 lives. The memorial service united rescue workers, officials, and residents in a solemn tribute.
Wildfires in Los Angeles have killed 24 people and destroyed thousands of homes. Firefighters are working to contain the blazes amid dangerous weather conditions, with evacuation orders affecting over 100,000 residents.
China’s total foreign trade expanded 5% year on year in 2024, reaching a record 43.85 trillion yuan ($6.1 trillion), according to official data released on Monday.
Japan’s PM Shigeru Ishiba urged U.S. President Joe Biden to ease concerns over Nippon Steel’s planned acquisition of U.S. Steel, emphasizing the importance of investment confidence for economic security.
Incumbent Croatian President Zoran Milanovic secured a commanding victory in the presidential runoff, defeating Dragan Primorac with over 74% of the votes.
China’s National Health Commission anticipates a decline in influenza cases across the Chinese mainland in late January, following a slight increase in early 2025 which remains lower than last year’s levels.
As raging wildfires consume Los Angeles, gaps in emergency preparedness emerge, igniting debates over environmental policies and political leadership.
A global snowman-building campaign has been launched to unite supporters worldwide in anticipation of the Harbin 2025 Asian Winter Games, fostering excitement and international solidarity.
Residents of Los Angeles’ Pacific Palisades return to their devastated homes amid ongoing wildfires, facing loss with resilience and hope for rebuilding.
Aiming to boost its central region’s development, China has unveiled 16 new customs measures, enhancing connectivity through initiatives like Ezhou Huahu Airport.
Eager crowds gather as nearly 30 teams compete in Jinzhou City’s Ice Dragon Boat Race Invitational Tournament, turning northeast China’s Liaoning Province into a thrilling hub of winter excitement.
The Niuniu Choir from Sichuan’s Daliang Mountain is set to grace the Spring Festival Gala stage in Beijing, bringing enchanting childhood folk songs that capture the charm and spirit of their mountainous home.
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s special envoy, Wang Dongming, attended Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro’s inauguration, signaling strengthened ties and an upgraded all-weather strategic partnership.
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China’s National Health Commission reports that the flu surge is slowing, with positive test rates increasing by 3.8%, lower than in 2024. Officials anticipate a gradual decrease in flu activity later this month.
U.S. Special Counsel Jack Smith resigns from the Justice Department as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, signaling an end to federal cases against him.
Local authorities in Gaza report 46,565 Palestinians killed and over 109,660 injured since October 7, 2023, amid ongoing Israeli strikes, sparking a severe humanitarian crisis.
Over 46,000 Palestinians have been killed and more than 109,000 injured in Gaza due to Israeli strikes since October 7, 2023, according to local authorities. The humanitarian crisis intensifies amid escalating conflict.
