U.S. Ban on Drones from the Chinese Mainland Sparks Backlash
The FCC’s new restrictions on drones from the Chinese mainland have left manufacturers and creators disappointed, fueling debate over national security and U.S. tech innovation.
Budapest’s Christmas Boom: Surge in Travelers from the Chinese Mainland
This December, Budapest’s Christmas markets are buzzing with travelers from the Chinese mainland, pushing hotel bookings to record highs and turning winter into the city’s busiest season.
Slovak PM Roller-Skates Through 7.5 km Tunnel to Celebrate Opening
Slovak PM Robert Fico roller-skates through the new 7.5 km Visnove tunnel, ending a 30-year saga and boosting safety on the D1 highway between Bratislava and Košice.
Libyan Army Chief Killed in Plane Crash Near Ankara
Lieutenant General Mohammed al-Haddad and four others died when their Falcon 50 jet crashed near Haymana, Ankara on Dec. 23. Turkish prosecutors have launched an investigation.
China at UN urges swift restart of Iran nuclear talks
China’s UN envoy Sun Lei calls for an urgent restart of Iran nuclear talks to protect non-proliferation and Middle East stability.
High-Tech Farming in Rizhao Blooms for the Holidays
Discover how a Rizhao, Shandong agri-tech company is using LED greenhouses and AI to grow stunning holiday blooms, boost farmers’ incomes, and spark rural innovation.
Oil Tea Camellias Bloom in Tunchang, Driving Rural Revival
Oil tea camellias are blooming across Tunchang County, Hainan, powering a rural revival as farmers tap into the camellia oil industry to boost incomes and inspire agri-innovation this winter.
Tourists’ Top FAQs About the Chinese Mainland
Michael Yao, an English-speaking tour guide, answers the top questions tourists ask on the Chinese mainland, from the Forbidden City’s name to scooter curtains.
Why Beijing Tops National Geographic’s 2026 Must-Visit List
Discover why Beijing is the only Chinese mainland city on National Geographic’s Best Places to Travel in 2026, with tips from tour guide Michael Yao.
Guangdong Tigers Keep Perfect Record, Jiangsu Dragons Get First Win
Guangdong Southern Tigers extended their perfect CBA start to 5-0 with a 93-85 win over Guangzhou, while the Jiangsu Dragons celebrated their first victory of the season.