Punch the Macaque Finds Friendship After Viral Plush Toy Fame
Punch, a young macaque in Japan, captures global hearts after bonding with a plush toy and forming connections with zoo companions. #GoPunch trends as his story inspires.
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Punch, a young macaque in Japan, captures global hearts after bonding with a plush toy and forming connections with zoo companions. #GoPunch trends as his story inspires.
Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing represents President Xi at the second Nuclear Energy Summit in Paris, highlighting China’s commitment to global energy collaboration and climate goals.
China’s Special Envoy Ni Hong will attend Chile’s presidential inauguration on March 11, highlighting growing economic and diplomatic cooperation between Asia and Latin America.
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulates Portugal’s new President Antonio Seguro, reaffirming commitment to strengthen strategic bilateral cooperation and economic partnerships.
China’s ‘Beautiful China’ initiative drives significant ecological improvements in 2026, enhancing air, water, and land quality while fostering sustainable urban development.
European leaders prioritize collaboration with China in trade and green tech as global economic uncertainties reshape alliances in 2026.
UN official highlights China’s green transition as a model for the Global South, emphasizing renewable energy cooperation and sustainable growth.
China surpasses 90% 15-minute medical access coverage in 2026, advancing its decade-long Healthy China 2030 Initiative to improve healthcare equity nationwide.
Escalating Middle East tensions drive oil above $100/barrel, triggering market turmoil and supply fears as Gulf energy facilities face attacks.
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) enters a critical phase for achieving climate goals, with experts urging rapid renewable energy expansion and grid upgrades.
China’s consumer inflation reaches three-year high in February 2026, signaling economic recovery and shifting consumption patterns, with expert insights from JLL China’s research head.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry accuses the US of seeking control over Iranian resources through military aggression, vowing to defend against ongoing attacks as regional tensions escalate.
X investigates racist and offensive content generated by its xAI chatbot Grok, as global regulators intensify scrutiny over AI risks.
China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlines vision for global stability and multilateralism at NPC press conference, earning praise from international journalists.
China consolidates over 30 environmental laws into a unified code to enhance enforcement and meet 2030 climate targets, impacting businesses and global sustainability efforts.
China’s draft law on national development planning, submitted to the NPC in March 2026, aims to institutionalize long-term economic strategies through legal frameworks, enhancing governance predictability.
Bahrain’s Bapco Energies declares force majeure after an Iranian drone attack on its refinery, injuring 32 civilians. Local markets remain unaffected amid regional tensions.
China raises gasoline and diesel prices starting March 10, 2026, citing global oil market trends. NDRC directs oil firms to ensure supply stability amid Middle East developments.
Tehran residents face toxic black rain after reported US-Israeli airstrikes target oil facilities, sparking environmental and health concerns.
China accelerates its Healthy China 2035 initiative through tech-driven rural healthcare upgrades and systemic policy implementation, as seen in Sichuan’s cloud-connected village clinics.