News & Insights Across Asia
Explore the planet’s natural wonders, with special attention to Asia’s diverse environments and wildlife through inspiring videos and stories.
He Ye, one of the famous panda twins at Chengdu Research Base, was thought to be male. Recent checks revealed He Ye is actually female, adding a new twist to the twins’ remarkable story.
A new study reveals that the carbon-reducing benefits of replacing traditional cookstoves have been overestimated by up to ten times, raising concerns about the effectiveness of current carbon offset programs.
China’s Gaofen-5 01A satellite has begun service, enhancing environmental protection with high-quality hyperspectral data after completing in-orbit tests.
Discover the cradle of China’s wild aloe in Yunnan’s Yuanjiang River basin, home to rare and abundant ‘immortal grass’ with rich medicinal properties.
Discover the winter beauty of Keketuohai Geopark in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, known as “China’s Yosemite,” where granite canyons and blue rivers create a stunning landscape.
New study warns that rising sea levels threaten California’s coastline, with significant impacts projected over the next 30 years, affecting communities, infrastructure, and the state’s economy.
China has completed its first carbon credits deal in its revamped voluntary carbon market, marking a significant step in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Explore the discovery of Royle’s spurge, known as the ‘Hegemon-King’s whip,’ thriving in Yunnan’s Red River Valley, revealing the rich biodiversity of China’s Southern Yunling Mountains.
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake hit Xinjiang’s Wushi County, prompting experts to warn of potential aftershocks in the coming days.
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Wushi County in Xinjiang’s Aksu Prefecture, causing structural damage but no reported casualties. Rescue teams have been mobilized and relief efforts are underway.
Explore the ancient origins of China’s mythic ‘loong’ and its significance in Chinese culture, dating back over 5,500 years to the Yangshao period.
Discover the enchanting snow scenery of Kanas Lake in Xinjiang’s Altai Mountains, where sapphire blue snow-capped peaks meet emerald-green waters, creating a winter wonderland unlike any other.
China has relaunched its voluntary carbon market, the CCER scheme, enabling enterprises to trade carbon credits voluntarily and boosting efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Discover how China’s Yuanjiang River Valley mirrors the African savanna, shaped by the unique foehn wind phenomenon.
Beijing increased its forest coverage to 44.9% in 2023, planting 1,000 hectares of trees and opening new parks, reflecting significant ecological progress and commitment to environmental sustainability.
IPCC approves a new six-year climate program emphasizing adaptation, with a synthesis report due by late 2029.
Severe flooding and landslides in the Davao Region of the Philippines have killed 15 people, injuring five others. Rescue efforts continue amid ongoing heavy rainfall and further risk of landslides.
World’s largest iceberg A23a breaks free after decades and heads north, offering a rare glimpse into the life cycle of icebergs and the changing Antarctic environment.
Train services between Guangdong and Hunan have been suspended amid forecasts of heavy snow and blizzards, as the region experiences its first major cold snap of 2024.
Over 80 people have died as severe snowstorms continue to batter the United States, causing widespread disruption and concerns over potential impacts on Asian markets.
