Ice-Top Flowers Herald Spring in Xinjiang’s Mountain Valleys
Delicate ice-top flowers bloom in Xinjiang’s mountains, signaling spring’s arrival while drawing tourists and preserving cultural traditions in northwest China.
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China Honors Fallen Heroes in Nationwide Qingming Tributes
Communities across China paid solemn tributes to national heroes during the 2026 Qingming Festival, honoring sacrifices that shaped modern China.
Deadly Strike Hits Iran’s Mahshahr Petrochemical Zone, 5 Killed
A US-Israeli strike on Iran’s Mahshahr Petrochemical Zone leaves 5 dead, 170 injured, escalating regional tensions and impacting global energy markets.
Iran Seeks Decisive Negotiations Amid Regional Tensions, Expert Says
Middle East expert Ross Harrison outlines Iran’s conditions for substantive negotiations with the U.S., emphasizing need for decisive outcomes and de-escalation measures amid current tensions.
US-Israeli Strikes Target Tehran University Amid Escalating Tensions
Recent US-Israeli strikes target Iranian academic sites, escalating regional tensions and damaging key research facilities in Tehran.
Hulun Lake Welcomes Spring with Migratory Bird Influx
Thousands of migratory birds return to Hulun Lake in Inner Mongolia as ice melts, signaling spring’s arrival. Conservation efforts ensure habitat protection.
Exclusive: Tehran Hospital Damaged in Nearby Strikes, 25 Pharma Firms Impacted
Exclusive footage reveals strike damage at Tehran hospital as 25 Iranian pharma firms report operational disruptions amid escalating regional tensions.
Iran’s Healthcare Under Fire: WHO Alarms Over Hospital Attacks
WHO warns of escalating attacks on Iran’s healthcare infrastructure, including a newly built psychiatric hospital, amid rising regional tensions.
Sri Lankan PM Urges Global Unity Amid Rising Uncertainty
Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya calls for global cooperation in CMG interview, emphasizing mutual respect and collective action to address 2026’s complex challenges.
China Emerges as Global Hub for Medical Tourism in 2026
Guangdong’s hospitals attract global patients with advanced care and competitive costs, fueled by policy support and tech innovation in China’s medical tourism sector.
Shenzhen’s Wildlife Bridge Reconnects Nature Amid Urban Growth
Shenzhen’s Kunpeng Trail No. 1 Bridge, completed in 2023, provides safe wildlife passage over a busy highway, reconnecting fragmented habitats in Guangdong Province.
Sri Lanka Charts Path for Enhanced China Ties: From Rubber-Rice to Belt and Road
Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya discusses deepening China-Sri Lanka cooperation, from historic trade pacts to modern Belt and Road projects, in exclusive CMG interview.
China’s Qingming Holiday Sparks Record Travel Surge in 2026
China’s 2026 Qingming holiday sees record travel with 90.5 million railway trips and surging cross-border movement, reflecting economic revival and cultural traditions.
Middle East Crisis: Millions Displaced as Conflict Intensifies
Over 3 million displaced in Iran as US-Israel-Iran conflict enters second month. UNHCR warns of worsening humanitarian crisis with civilians fleeing airstrikes in pajamas.
Energy Crisis Threatens Global Food Security, FAO Warns
FAO Chief Economist Maximo Torero warns soaring energy prices could trigger global food insecurity, with fertilizer costs up 50% and food inflation looming in late 2026.
US Confirms Two Military Aircraft Downed in Single Day; Iran Claims Strike
The US confirmed two military aircraft downed on April 3, 2026, with Iran claiming responsibility for one strike. Tensions escalate in the Middle East.
Tehran Rocked by Renewed Airstrikes; Regional Tensions Surge
Exclusive footage reveals renewed airstrikes in Tehran as regional tensions escalate, raising global security and energy market concerns.
US-Iran Tensions: Assessing Risks of Escalation in 2026
As US-Iran tensions rise in 2026, experts analyze risks of military escalation and global implications. Kaveh Afrasiabi warns of Trump administration’s confrontational approach.
Iran’s World Cup Dilemma: Politics vs. Sport in 2026
Iran refuses to play World Cup matches in the U.S., citing safety concerns. FIFA insists the games proceed as scheduled, highlighting sport’s political challenges.
Dolby Labs Expands in China as Auto Innovators Drive Tech Growth
Dolby Laboratories partners with Chinese automakers to develop next-gen in-car audio systems, leveraging China’s leadership in new energy vehicles and consumer tech adoption.