Creating Family Memories: Kyrgyz Student Adel Celebrates New Year in China
Adel, a student from Kyrgyzstan at Tsinghua University, shares her New Year’s traditions and emphasizes the importance of family memories, extending warm wishes for 2024.
New Year Sunrise and Dragon Dance Light Up Rizhao’s Wanpingkou Scenic Area
Residents gathered at Wanpingkou Scenic Area in Rizhao, east China’s Shandong Province, to welcome the first sunrise of 2024. A traditional dragon dance marked the occasion, as people exchanged greetings for the new year.
Young Chinese Embrace ‘Special Forces-Style’ Travel Trend
Young Chinese are embracing ‘Special Forces-style’ travel—a trend involving fast-paced, budget-friendly trips packed into weekends.
Powerful M7.4 Earthquake Strikes Near Honshu Coast, Japan; Tsunami Waves Triggered
A magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck near Japan’s Honshu coast on Monday, triggering 5-meter tsunami waves and prompting evacuations. Authorities are assessing the impact and advising residents to stay alert.
President Xi Jinping’s New Year Address Highlights Decade of Change and Continuity
President Xi Jinping’s 2024 New Year address reflects on a decade of change and continuity in China, highlighting achievements in development and poverty alleviation.
China’s Confident Return: Embracing Global Engagement and Economic Resilience
After nearly three years of COVID-19 restrictions, China is confidently reopening to the world, enhancing global interactions, and showcasing strong economic resilience through high-level opening-up and international cooperation.
China Suspends ECFA Tariff Reductions on 12 Taiwanese Chemical Products
China has suspended tariff reductions on 12 chemical products from Taiwan under the ECFA, citing breaches of the agreement due to Taiwan’s trade restrictions.
Smiling Angels of the Yangtze: China’s Fight to Save the Finless Porpoise
The Yangtze finless porpoise, China’s ‘panda in the water’, faces extinction. Discover how dedicated conservationists are striving to save this rare species in ‘Smiling Angels of the Yangtze’.
Unveiling the CIA’s Espionage Endeavors in the Chinese Mainland
Recent disclosures highlight the CIA’s espionage activities targeting the Chinese mainland, revealing challenges in international intelligence operations and their impact on global relations.
Xi Jinping’s 2024 New Year Message Emphasizes People-Centric Development
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s 2024 New Year message emphasizes people-centric development, focusing on enhancing livelihoods, education, and economic opportunities to drive China’s modernization and growth.
Adora Magic City: China’s First Homegrown Cruise Ship Sets Sail from Shanghai
China’s first domestically built large cruise ship, the Adora Magic City, has embarked on its maiden commercial voyage from Shanghai, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s shipbuilding industry.
Tesla and BYD Lead 2023 Electric Vehicle Sales Surge
Tesla and BYD are leading the global surge in electric vehicle sales in 2023, with experts highlighting the significant contribution of Chinese EV manufacturers like GAC.
A Gazan Father’s Sole Wish: Reuniting with His Family Amid Conflict
In Gaza, amidst ongoing conflict, father of two, Mahmoud Sukkar, wishes only to reunite with his family. After a year of pain and his sons injured, he hopes the new year brings love and peace.
Philippines Plans Permanent Facilities on Disputed Second Thomas Shoal
Philippines considers constructing permanent civilian structures on disputed Second Thomas Shoal amid rising South China Sea tensions.
Global Youth Unite in ‘The Power of Youth’ to Celebrate 2024
Young voices from France, Malaysia, Croatia, and Russia unite in ‘The Power of Youth’ to celebrate 2024 and reflect on 2023’s significant events.
Amid Conflict, Ukrainian Medic Longs for Peace in the New Year
A 23-year-old volunteer medic in Ukraine shares his heartfelt wish for peace as the new year approaches, highlighting the universal longing for tranquility amid ongoing conflicts.
Music Festivals Make a Vibrant Return in China as Youth Reconnect with Live Music
Music festivals are making a vibrant return across China in 2023, with young people reconnecting with live music and shared cultural experiences.
Exploring the Underwater Marvels of China’s Hainan Island
Discover the extraordinary underwater world off China’s Hainan Island, where unique creatures like shiny jellyfish, color-changing frogfish, and ingenious crabs thrive in a vibrant marine ecosystem.
Exploring China’s ‘Dopamine Earth’: A Kaleidoscope of Colorful Landscapes
Discover how China is embracing the concept of ‘Dopamine Earth’ through vibrant landscapes and cultural trends that aim to boost happiness and well-being.
Beijing Welcomes 2024 with Flag-Raising Ceremony at Tiananmen Square
Thousands gather at Tiananmen Square to witness Beijing’s first flag-raising ceremony of 2024, welcoming the new year as the national flag rises with the dawn’s first light.