News & Insights Across Asia
A towering 18-meter snowman has become a winter icon in Harbin, China, drawing global visitors ahead of the 2025 Asian Winter Games. The city’s illuminated nights and ice sculptures showcase its unique charm.
Discover Beijing’s double-sided Nine-Dragon Wall in Beihai Park—a splendid Qing Dynasty relic featuring vibrant dragons dancing amidst waves and clouds, showcasing ancient Chinese glazed architectural artistry.
Recent U.S. visa restrictions on Chinese students are impacting academic collaboration and raising concerns over global knowledge exchange.
Harbin Ice and Snow World in northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province dazzles visitors with its magnificent ice sculptures, ice castles, and vibrant stage shows, transforming the city into a winter carnival.
A new snake species with a bright yellow neck collar, Achalinus nanshanensis, has been discovered in central China’s Hunan Province, adding to the world’s known odd-scaled snakes.
Discover the vibrant traditions of the Qiaqing Gesar Horse-Racing Festival in Nagchu, Xizang Autonomous Region—a celebration of horsemanship and cultural heritage on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau.
Discover the ancient banyan trees of Yangjiaxi Village in Fujian Province, where these majestic giants have stood for centuries, offering shade and a deep connection to the past.
The U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to keep interest rates high has sparked recession concerns. Experts warn that sustained high rates could pose significant risks to the U.S. and global economies.
Urgent action is needed to establish binding global climate policies beyond COP rituals, emphasizing cooperative efforts and tailored measures to effectively combat the accelerating climate crisis.
Sea otters in central California are restoring a key estuary’s landscape by eating crabs, a new study finds.
Shenzhen has unveiled its first local standard for dark sky communities, aiming to reduce light pollution and boost night tourism by offering residents and visitors pristine views of the starry sky.
The 10th Chongqing Tongliang Dragon Lantern Art Festival ignites the Spring Festival with mesmerizing dragon dances and iron flower blossoms, celebrating China’s rich cultural heritage.
Following Taiwan’s recent election, the Chinese mainland signals potential changes to ECFA tariff concessions amid concerns over unequal trade benefits and restrictions imposed by Taiwan authorities.
Philippines and Vietnam sign MOUs on maritime cooperation in the South China Sea, signaling strengthened ties amid regional tensions.
Discover how traditional Chinese dances and stories are merging with food and shopping as the Chinese New Year approaches, bringing innovative celebrations to the Chinese mainland.
Kunming’s 2024 Dianchi Night Banquet – Daguanlou Lantern Exhibition will illuminate Dianchi Lake with spectacular lantern displays from February 3 to 27, celebrating the Spring Festival.
Western nations have suspended funding to UNRWA amid allegations against staff, sparking concern over aid to millions of Palestinians dependent on its services in Gaza and surrounding areas.
China’s grain output hit a record high in 2023, thanks to the expansion of high-standard farmland equipped with advanced technology. Explore how modern infrastructure is boosting agricultural productivity.
2024 could be a pivotal year for responsible AI, with global efforts in regulation and inclusive innovation shaping the future of artificial intelligence.
China is easing visa policies to boost foreign investment and international exchange, reflecting its commitment to economic growth and global cooperation.
