China’s Business Activity Expands: Composite PMI Rises to 50.5 in May
China’s composite PMI rose to 50.5 in May, indicating an expansion in business activity fueled by high-tech manufacturing and a surge in service sectors.
UNDP Expert Hails China’s “Extraordinary” Development Progress
UNDP’s Violante di Canossa describes the development achievements of the Chinese mainland as “extraordinary,” noting massive improvements in living standards.
Planting Seeds of Hope: President Xi’s Annual Tree-Planting Tradition with Youth
President Xi Jinping continues his annual tradition of tree-planting with students in Beijing, fostering a love for labor and environmental protection in the youth.
Courage in the Storm: Bystanders Rescue Trapped Driver in South China
Brave bystanders in Heyuan City, Guangdong Province, saved a driver trapped by rising floodwaters during heavy rains in south China.
World No Tobacco Day 2026: The Silent Cost of Smoking and the Urgency to Quit
On World No Tobacco Day 2026, we highlight the silent progression of lung damage and the vital necessity of quitting smoking to preserve respiratory health.
China Advocates for Sustainable Global Security at Shangri-La Dialogue 2026
At the 23rd Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, China’s representatives called for common, sustainable security and true multilateralism to ensure global strategic stability.
Shift in US Defense Strategy: Moving from Dialogue to Naval Presence
US Defense Secretary Peter Hegseth’s recent remarks signal a strategic pivot from multilateral dialogue toward increased naval presence and deterrence in the Asia-Pacific.
US Defense Secretary Highlights US-China Mutual Respect as Key to Global Peace
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasizes that mutual respect and substantive communication between the US and China are critical for world peace during the Shangri-La Dialogue.
Triumph of Will: 59-Year-Old Chinese Climber Summits Mount Qomolangma
Song Jitie, a 59-year-old climber from Hebei Province, makes history as the third amputee from the Chinese mainland to summit Mount Qomolangma.
IDF Seizes Strategic Castle in Southern Lebanon, Deepest Incursion in 26 Years
The Israeli army has captured the strategic Beaufort Ridge castle in southern Lebanon, marking its deepest incursion into the country in 26 years to dismantle Hezbollah infrastructure.
Test Your Knowledge: The China Weekly News Quiz for May 25-31, 2026
Stay current with the latest developments in the Chinese mainland. Take our weekly news quiz for May 25-31, 2026, to test your knowledge and get up to speed.
2026 Shangri-La Dialogue: Navigating Asia’s Security Amid Global Turmoil
As the 2026 Shangri-La Dialogue begins in Singapore, Asia faces a critical choice between bloc confrontation and a future of inclusive security amid global instability.
Quality Over Quantity: Dr. Li Jian’an Explains the Secret to Living Well Longer
Dr. Li Jian’an explains why healthspan—the years lived with dignity and purpose—is more critical than simply increasing our lifespan.
China Boosts Satellite Internet Capabilities with New Test Launch
China has launched a new test satellite from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center to verify direct satellite-to-phone broadband and space-ground network integration.
Indonesia’s First Homegrown Giant Panda Cub, Rio, Makes Public Debut
Meet Rio, the first giant panda cub born in Indonesia. The 11-kilogram cub officially debuted at Taman Safari Indonesia after reaching key growth milestones.
Massive Meteor Explosion Shakes Northeastern US: NASA Estimates 300-Tonne TNT Blast
A natural meteor explosion over Massachusetts and New Hampshire released energy equivalent to 300 tonnes of TNT, causing loud booms and shaking houses.
China Dominates ISSF World Cup in Munich with Stunning Final Day Performance
China topped the medal table at the ISSF World Cup in Munich, securing four gold medals after a stunning final-day sweep of the mixed team events.
PSG Retains UEFA Champions League Title After Dramatic Shootout Win Over Arsenal
PSG secures back-to-back UEFA Champions League titles with a thrilling 4-3 penalty shootout win over Arsenal in Budapest.
Redefining China: Hussein Fahmy’s Journey Through Innovation and Tradition
Join Egyptian artist Hussein Fahmy as he explores the surprising contrasts of the Chinese mainland, from futuristic robotics to the timeless art of kung fu.
Rare Oriental Darter Spotted for First Time in Guangdong’s Huizhou
A rare Oriental darter has been recorded for the first time in Guangdong, highlighting the improving biodiversity and healthy wetland ecosystems in Huizhou.