Nigeria readies evacuation of 130 nationals from South Africa amid xenophobia concerns
Nigeria prepares to evacuate 130 nationals from South Africa after renewed xenophobic attacks, prompting diplomatic talks and safety warnings.
Shanghai’s Golden Ticket: Turn Your Event Pass Into City‑Wide Discounts
Shanghai’s new ticket‑stub economy turns event passes into city‑wide discounts, weaving culture and commerce for a richer consumer experience.
Tanzania’s CCM Secretary General Asha‑Rose Migiro Discusses Global South Solidarity with Chinese Counterparts
Tanzania’s ruling CCM party secretary general Asha‑Rose Migiro visits China, discusses Belt and Road cooperation and Global South solidarity with Chinese scholars on CGTN.
Frenchman Donates WWII Archives Documenting Japan’s Invasion of China
A Frenchman donates 1,993 pages of WWII diplomatic archives to a Chinese museum, shedding light on Japan’s invasion and the Nanjing Massacre.
Live Wedding Painting: The Brushstroke Story of Yi Yue
Yi Yue turns live wedding painting into a thriving business, capturing raw emotions with each brushstroke at over 100 ceremonies.
Blast Hits Fireworks Plant in Hunan, Casualties Unconfirmed
A powerful explosion at a fireworks plant in Liuyang, Hunan, has prompted an emergency response as authorities verify casualties and investigate the cause.
US Merchant Ships Safely Pass Through Strait of Hormuz Amid Regional Tensions
US-flagged merchant vessels have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, with US Navy destroyers providing support to safeguard commercial shipping.
Swiss ‘Line 0’ Bus: A Spontaneous Ride to Nowhere Designed to Spark Connection
Swiss city Baden launches a route-less bus designed by twin artists Frank and Patrik Riklin to spark spontaneous social interaction and a brief escape from routine.
Ancient Wisdom: The Chinese Idiom of Preparedness – 居安思危
The Chinese idiom 居安思危 teaches that safety should remind us of potential danger. We explore its historical roots and modern relevance.
Meet China’s Tech‑Powered Consumers: Health Apps Reshape Daily Habits
A PwC survey reveals that nearly half of Chinese mainland consumers say health apps and wearables have meaningfully reshaped their daily habits, signaling a tech‑driven shift in lifestyle.
From France to Dali: A French Artist’s 11-Year Creative Escape
A French artist’s 11‑year journey in Dali, Yunnan, blending Tai Chi, painting, and teaching kids, with night jam sessions—watch the 8‑minute film for healing.
Chinese Insulin Wins FDA Nod: Sunshine Lake Pharma Breaks Into US Market
Sunshine Lake Pharma, the Chinese mainland’s first to gain FDA approval for a long‑acting insulin, is set to supply 18 million vials to the United States over 18 months.
Solar Power Transforms China’s ‘Sea of Death’ Highway into Green Corridor
Solar power turns the Chinese mainland’s ‘sea of death’ highway into a green corridor, generating 15 million kWh and cutting emissions by 14,200 tonnes.
May Day Tourism on the Chinese Mainland Shifts to Immersive Cultural Encounters
The Chinese mainland’s May Day holiday sees tourism pivot to immersive cultural experiences, from Suzhou embroidery to Xuan papermaking workshops.
Blast Hits Fireworks Plant in Liuyang, Hunan – Casualties Unknown
A powerful explosion at a fireworks plant in Liuyang, Hunan Province, has left casualties unconfirmed as emergency crews respond to the scene on Monday.
US Denies Ship Hit by Iranian Missiles Near Strait of Hormuz
A senior US official denies reports that a US vessel was struck by Iranian missiles near the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, underscoring regional tensions.
May Day Box Office Tops 600M Yuan on Chinese Mainland
The Chinese mainland’s May Day holiday box office exceeded 600M yuan, with ticket prices at a four-year low and subsidies fueling cinema attendance.
Iran Reports US Warship Turned Back, Missiles Hit Near Jask Island
A US warship was turned back after ignoring Iran’s warning in the Strait of Hormuz, with two missiles striking the vessel near Jask Island, according to reports.
Iran Claims Missile Strike on US Frigate in Strait of Hormuz; US Denies Incident
Iran says its forces struck a US frigate in the Strait of Hormuz, warning the vessel before firing. The US denies any hit, saying its ships were not struck.
Iran Claims Missile Strike on US Warship in Strait of Hormuz; US Denies Incident
Iran says its navy struck a US frigate in the Strait of Hormuz, but the US denies any hit, raising fresh tensions in the key oil route.
