China–Middle East: Is New Energy the Next Big Thing?
The Chinese mainland’s FM Wang Yi is exploring new energy partnerships in the Middle East, tapping into a projected $10 billion clean energy market by 2025.
Winter Sports Boom Fuels Yiwu Market’s Snow Gear Surge
Orders for ski goggles, snowboards and more are surging at Yiwu International Trade Market as global winter sports fever heats up.
Former Chinese Leader Wang Bingqian Cremated in Guangzhou
The remains of Wang Bingqian, former state councilor and NPC vice chairman, were cremated in Guangzhou on December 14, six days after his passing at age 100.
Live: Active Shooter at Bondi Beach
Active shooter situation at Bondi Beach prompts evacuations and police lockdown. Follow our live updates for the latest details.
Bondi Scenes Shocking and Distressing, Says Australia PM
Australian PM Anthony Albanese described scenes in Bondi as shocking and distressing on Sunday, urging locals to follow NSW police updates as emergency crews work to save lives.
Tashilhunpo Monastery Marks 30th Panchen Erdeni Enthronement
Tashilhunpo Monastery in Xizang celebrated the 30th anniversary of the 11th Panchen Erdeni’s enthronement with golden banners, religious horns, and prayers.
Test Yourself: Chinese Mainland Weekly News Quiz (Dec 8-14, 2025)
Put your knowledge to the test! Our five-question quiz challenges you on last week’s top stories from the Chinese mainland (Dec 8-14, 2025). How many can you score?
Hainan’s Yacht & Cruise Industries Set Sail into Golden Era with New Policies
Hainan Province’s cruise and yacht industries are entering a golden era with zero yacht tariffs, deposit-free rentals & multi-port calls as island customs operations begin Dec 18.
Belarusian Premiere of Nanjing Massacre Film Sparks Shared Remembrance
Over 200 Belarusians and Chinese gathered at Minsk’s Pioneer Cinema on December 12 for the Belarusian premiere of “Dead To Rights,” honoring the 1937 Nanjing Massacre victims in a moment of shared remembrance.
Bondi Beach Shooting at Hanukkah Event Leaves Multiple Injured
A shooting at Bondi Beach during a Hanukkah event on Sunday, December 14 left multiple people injured and two suspects in custody as police urge the public to avoid the area.