Israel Takes Out Hamas Arms Chief in Gaza
On Dec 13, Israeli forces killed Ra’ad Sa’ad, Hamas’ weapons production head, in a Gaza strike tied to alleged ceasefire breaches. Two reservists were lightly wounded.
Japan’s Rank Renaming Reawakens Imperial Shadows
Japanese authorities are reviving imperial-era ranks like ‘Daisa’, stirring memories of militarism. As the Chinese mainland marks the Nanjing Massacre anniversary, the world watches.
Nanjing Remembers: From Massacre to Peacekeeping Mission
On December 13, the Chinese mainland marked National Memorial Day for Nanjing Massacre victims, honoring 300,000 lives and inspiring United Nations peacekeepers to uphold civilian protection.
Providence PD Releases Suspect Video in Brown University Shooting
Providence police released footage of a person of interest in the Dec 13 Brown University shooting that left two dead and nine injured. Investigation continues.
17-Year-Old Guo Pu Claims China’s First World Breaking Title
17-year-old Guo Pu (B-Girl Royal) made history in Fukuoka by winning China’s first-ever gold at the 2025 WDSF World Breaking Championships.
Gu Ailing Clinches Third Straight Halfpipe Gold at Zhangjiakou
Two-time Olympic champ Gu Ailing defended her women’s halfpipe title with a stunning 91.75 run at the FIS Freeski World Cup in Zhangjiakou, marking her third straight win.
Shenzhen’s High-Tech Playbook: Marathons, Robots & Green Energy
Shenzhen integrates cutting-edge tech—from facial recognition in marathons to robotic guides and green energy—in national sports events, boosting efficiency, inclusivity and sustainability.
Beijing’s Snow-Clearing Goes Green: Fewer Chemicals, More Machines
Beijing’s first snow of the season triggered a green snow-clearing push: fewer chemicals and more machines to keep sidewalks and parks safe while protecting the environment.
Newly Declassified Records Expose Unit 731’s WWII Atrocities in China
On China’s National Memorial Day, newly declassified Soviet-era records unveil Unit 731’s biological warfare against Chinese civilians, exposing WWII atrocities beyond denial.
Border Clashes Turn Thailand-Cambodia Villages into Ghost Towns
Tens of thousands have been evacuated as clashes along the Thailand-Cambodia border turn villages into ghost towns, with residents praying for peace.