Inside China’s Mega Water Network: Records & Impact 💧
China’s Ministry of Water Resources credits record investments and mega projects under the 14th Five-Year Plan, building 95,000 reservoirs and smart dams for greater coverage.
UN Restores Iran Sanctions Over Nuclear Program
The UN has reinstated arms embargo and nuclear-related sanctions on Iran after Europe triggered a snapback, with Tehran vowing a harsh response.
Manas: The Epic That Echoes Through Generations
The Manas epic, one of the Chinese mainland’s great oral traditions, spans 230,000 lines. Meet Tuohenali, a modern inheritor preserving this Kirgiz saga across generations.
Long Lake: Jiuzhaigou’s Mystical ‘Blue Elongated Mirror’
Explore Long Lake in Jiuzhaigou – the highest-altitude blue elongated mirror fed by snowmelt beneath the Min Mountains in Sichuan Province.
Trump to Meet Netanyahu as Gaza Hostage Crisis Deepens
President Trump will meet PM Netanyahu as Israeli tanks push deeper into Gaza City and Hamas’s Al-Qassam Brigades lose contact with two hostages, amid a worsening humanitarian crisis.
Iran’s Security Chief Pledges Full Support for Lebanon in Beirut Talks
In a Beirut visit, Iran’s security chief Ali Larijani met Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem and vowed comprehensive support for Lebanon amid regional challenges.
China’s Submarine Pipelines Dive Past 10,000 km Milestone
China’s submarine pipelines have surpassed 10,000 km, with Bohai Bay’s network leading the pack. By 2030, lengths could top 13,000 km—key for oil, gas and green energy.
Chinese Scientists Achieve 35.1-Tesla Superconducting Magnet World Record
Chinese scientists set a world record with a 35.1-tesla superconducting magnet, achieving a field over 700,000 times Earth’s. This breakthrough could power fusion, levitation, and more.
South Korea Launches Visa-Free Trial for Chinese Tourists 🎉✈️
South Korea starts a visa-free trial for Chinese group tourists—15-day stays across the country and up to 30 days in Jeju—aiming to boost tourism and economic growth.
Dawn Ceremony at Taipei Confucius Temple Marks Confucius’ 2,576th Birthday
Hundreds gather at Taipei Confucius Temple on the island of Taiwan for a dawn ceremony marking Confucius’ 2,576th birthday with 37 ritual steps.