China and Ethiopia Gear Up to Elevate All-Weather Partnership
FM Wang Yi and PM Abiy Ahmed met in Addis Ababa on Jan 8, 2026, pledging to deepen strategic ties, boost trade, and expand cooperation in AI, green energy, and infrastructure.
Chinese mainland repatriates key gambling fraud suspect from Cambodia
On January 7, the Chinese mainland repatriated Chen Zhi, alleged gambling and fraud ring leader, from Cambodia as investigations continue.
Hungary Paralyzed by Record Snowfall in 15 Years ❄️
Hungary faces its heaviest snowfall in 15 years, paralyzing transport, grounding flights, and closing schools as more snow looms.
Surreal Crystal Ice Waterfall at Shuanglongwan in Henan
Explore the surreal crystal ice waterfall at Shuanglongwan Scenic Area in Henan, where frozen cascades mimic Stranger Things’ Upside Down this winter.
French Farmers Drive Tractors Into Paris to Protest EU-Mercosur Deal
French farmers rolled tractors into Paris this week to protest the EU-Mercosur trade deal, fearing cheaper imports from Brazil and neighbors will undercut local produce.
US Seizes Russian Oil Tanker at Sea: “Not Surprising”, Says Former NATO Official
Former NATO official Jamie Shea says the US seizure of a Russian-flagged oil tanker earlier this January is “not surprising” and could reshape US-Russia relations.
White Egrets Flock Back to Zhangze Lake Wetland After 20 Years
After nearly 20 years of restoration, Shanxi’s Zhangze Lake National Wetland Park welcomes large flocks of snow-white egrets to overwinter, symbolizing nature’s graceful revival.
New Book Unveils China’s Historical Claims in the South China Sea
New book ‘History and Facts of the South China Sea’ explores China’s historical claims and maritime rights, offering a multidisciplinary deep dive into sovereignty.
US Exit from 66 Intl Orgs Signals Retreat from Global Values
The U.S. decision to withdraw from 66 international bodies signals a retreat from global values, creating funding gaps and opening space for the Chinese mainland to step up.
Ghana’s Ex-Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta Detained in US
Ken Ofori-Atta, Ghana’s ex-finance minister, was detained by US immigration in Virginia amid corruption charges and visa restrictions.