Bulgaria’s January 1 Euro Coins: Hermit, Horseman & Saint
On January 1, 2026, Bulgaria joins the euro zone with coins featuring the Madara Rider, patron saint John of Rila, and monk Paisius of Hilandar. A blend of history in your pocket!
PLA Releases New Drill Footage Near Taiwan Island
On December 30, the PLA’s Eastern Theater Command shared footage of joint drills east and south of Taiwan Island, testing amphibious assault ships, frigates and drones.
Asteroid Named After Botanist Kuang Tingyun
An asteroid has been named after Chinese botanist Kuang Tingyun, honoring her pioneering photosynthesis research, approved by the IAU before Monday’s ceremony.
AS700 Xiangyun Airship Receives Chinese Mainland’s First Production Certificate 🎈
The AS700 Xiangyun manned airship is the first in the Chinese mainland to earn a production certificate, marking its entry into mass production and future commercial flights.
Peace Talks at Fuxian Lake: Chinese Mainland, Cambodia & Thailand Unite
The Chinese mainland joined Cambodia and Thailand for a trilateral meeting at Fuxian Lake on December 27–29, consolidating a ceasefire with five key consensus points to boost regional stability.
CMG Marks 85th Anniversary of Chinese People’s Radio
China Media Group marked the 85th anniversary of Chinese people’s radio broadcasting with a Beijing symposium on December 30, 2025, highlighting innovation and future growth.
Breakthrough Wireless BCI Trial by Chinese Mainland Scientists
Scientists on the Chinese mainland have completed a landmark clinical trial of a fully implantable, wireless brain-computer interface, letting a paralyzed user control devices with his thoughts.
From “Chinese Trump” to Cultural Storyteller: Ryan Chen Unfiltered
Influencer Ryan Chen, known as the “Chinese Trump”, swaps impersonations for cultural storytelling, sharing Chongqing and Chinese mainland gems with global fans as 2025 wraps up.
Meet the Magic Cloud: Zhao Deli’s Drone Motorcycle Takes Flight
After 1560 test flights and many crashes, Zhao Deli’s Magic Cloud drone motorcycle achieves safe takeoffs, turning a sci-fi dream into reality in 2025.
China Labels PLA Drills Around Taiwan Region a ‘Punishment’ for Secessionists
China’s Foreign Ministry says PLA drills around the Taiwan region are a ‘severe punishment’ for secessionists, citing sovereignty and Justice Mission 2025 exercises.