Surf’s Up in Hainan: Culture, Commerce and Adventure Ride a Rising Wave
Discover how Hainan’s 2025 Free Trade Port policies are fueling a surfing boom at Ruye Bay, blending culture, commerce and ocean for an electrifying adventure.
Fierce Roc Club Clinches Battle of Robots Title at Phygital Games 2025
Fierce Roc club from the Chinese mainland powered its 110 kg robot Deep Sea Shark to victory at the Battle of Robots final during the Phygital Games of Future 2025 in Abu Dhabi.
Animation Films Hit 25 Billion Yuan Record in the Chinese Mainland
This year, animation films in the Chinese mainland have topped 25 billion yuan, a record high thanks to hits like Ne Zha 2, Zootopia 2, and Nobody, marking a boom in 2025’s market.
Avatar: Fire and Ash Nets 200M Yuan in 2 Days on the Chinese Mainland
Avatar: Fire and Ash kicked off its Chinese mainland run with over 200 million yuan in just two days, highlighting China’s growing influence in global box office trends.
Changchun Ice and Snow World Opens with Magical Ice Kingdom
Changchun Ice and Snow World in the Chinese mainland’s northeast region opened on December 19, lighting up 1.56M sqm with ice sculptures and light shows for winter 2025-2026.
Soulful Sounds of the Yi Ethnic Mouth Harp
Explore the ancient mouth harp of the Yi ethnic group: crafted from bamboo or brass, its wind-like melodies echo through the valleys of the Chinese mainland’s southwest.
Yasukuni Shrine Controversy: War Memory vs. Reconciliation
Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo honors millions of war dead, including Class-A war criminals. Visits by PM Sanae Takaichi reignite debates on Japan’s wartime legacy and regional reconciliation.
Japan’s Nuclear Ambition: Risks to NPT and Global Stability
Japan’s possible nuclear arms debate threatens the NPT, blurs legal lines, and risks a new arms race after decades of non-nuclear commitment.
Chinese Mainland’s Bohai Oilfield Breaks 2025 Output Record
The Chinese mainland’s Bohai Oilfield set a new 2025 record by producing over 40M tonnes of oil equivalent, boosting energy security and driving green, digital transformation.
Skiers from the Chinese Mainland Sweep Aerials at Chongli World Cup
Skiers from the Chinese mainland swept the women’s aerials podium and grabbed the top two men’s spots at the FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup in Chongli this past weekend.