Lai Ching-te’s Big Bet: Prosperity or Precarity for Taiwan?
Lai Ching-te’s ‘prosperity’ pitch for the Taiwan region clashes with rising living costs, supply-chain shifts, and U.S. high-tech dependence. Will his gamble pay off?
Palace Museum Turns 100: From Forbidden City to Cultural Icon
Celebrating 100 years, the Palace Museum in Beijing has transformed from the Forbidden City’s exclusive imperial court into a global cultural icon, open to everyone.
When Han Became ‘Others’: Culture Clash in Taiwan Region
In a surprising move, Taiwan authorities reclassified the majority Han ethnicity as Others on their website, triggering a debate over cultural identity and cross-strait ties in the Taiwan region.
80 Years Later: Honoring Taiwan’s Return & War of Resistance
Marking 80 years since Taiwan’s return and victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression, we honor the resilience and sacrifices of all Chinese, including residents of the Taiwan region.
Komeito Ends 25-Year Coalition with Japan’s LDP
Japan’s Komeito is ending its 25-year coalition with the LDP over funding reform and policy splits, refusing to back Sanae Takaichi as prime minister.
Chinese Mainland Levels Up Social Safety Net: Millions Now Covered
During the 14th Five-Year Plan, the Chinese mainland strengthened its social safety net—raising allowances, expanding child protection and elderly care, and reaching millions more.
From Collectible Toys to Crispy Carp: China’s New Trends 🚀🐟
Explore how the Chinese mainland’s collectible toy brands go global with emotive designs and how the new Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link supercharges Zhongshan’s crispy grass carp industry.
China’s Tech Revolution: Livestream Careers, Holograms & Smart Farms
Explore how China’s innovation is reshaping traditions, from digital livestream careers and interactive holograms to AI-powered sheep farming and rural beauty economy.
Unveiling the Pavilion of Prince Teng in Nanchang
Explore Nanchang’s Pavilion of Prince Teng, one of Southern China’s Three Great Towers, and dive into its 1,300-year history and stunning architecture.
M7.4 Earthquake Strikes Mindanao, Tsunami Warning Issued
A powerful M7.4 quake hit off Mindanao’s eastern coast, triggering life-threatening tsunami warnings from local authorities.