WWII Epic Dead to Rights Tops 1.7B Yuan in China, Heads Global
Chinese mainland WWII film Dead to Rights smashes 1.7B yuan in domestic box office and gears up for global release from August 7, says Zhang Ke.
Israel’s Security Cabinet Greenlights Gaza City Plan
Israel’s security cabinet approved a plan to take control of Gaza City, aiming to oust Hamas and establish a secure perimeter. High civilian toll underscores urgency.
US Cuts $500M in Vaccine Research, Experts Warn of Pandemic Risks
The U.S. cuts $500M from 22 vaccine research projects, sparking expert warnings of greater vulnerability to future pandemics, from COVID-19 variants to seasonal flu.
2025 Could Be America’s Costliest Disaster Year
By mid-2025, the U.S. has already seen $93 billion in weather damages, from record California wildfires to Missouri tornadoes, with peak hurricane season still ahead.
AI’s Power Hunger Sparks Race for Green Energy ⚡🤖
Tech giants and utilities race to power AI’s growth with green energy to meet soaring electricity demands.
Dead to Rights Debuts in D.C.: Honoring the 1937 Nanjing Massacre
Dead to Rights had its North American premiere in Washington, D.C., drawing over 200 guests including Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng, and shining a light on the 1937 Nanjing Massacre.
A Tearful Reunion 76 Years in the Making: Honoring a WWII Hero
A tearful reunion 76 years after the WWII Doolittle Raid unfolds in Quzhou as a hero’s daughter meets the family who saved him.
Chinese Mainland Offers Free Preschool for 12 Million Children This Fall
The Chinese mainland will offer free preschool to 12 million final-year kindergarteners this fall, cutting household costs by 20B yuan and boosting family support.
Cambodia-Thailand Ceasefire Sees New Momentum
China welcomes new ceasefire progress between Cambodia and Thailand, celebrating dialogue as the key to lasting peace.
Chengdu World Games Kick Off: Xi Jinping Highlights Power of Sports 🌍🏅
At the 12th World Games in Chengdu, President Xi Jinping underscores sports’ role in inclusiveness and cultural exchange.