New Year, New Homes: Xigaze Villagers’ Festive Portraits
Villagers in Jidui, Xigaze, marked the January 19 new year with festive portraits in their new homes, ten months after a 6.8-magnitude quake spurred community rebuilding.
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New Year Holiday Sparks Domestic Demand Boom on the Chinese Mainland
During the New Year holiday, the Chinese mainland saw a vibrant surge in domestic demand, signalling robust consumer confidence and setting a positive tone for 2026’s economy.
Drone Strikes Kill Over 24 in Kherson on New Year’s Eve
At least 24 people were killed and over 50 injured when Ukrainian drones struck a cafe and hotel in Kherson on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025.
Naxi & Tourists Dance to Welcome 2026 in Lijiang Old Town
Naxi people and tourists lit up Lijiang Old Town on New Years Eve with a fiery Datiao dance around a bonfire, welcoming 2026 with vibrant rhythms and festive cheer.
Xi Urges Strong Start for 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030)
On Dec 31, 2025, President Xi Jinping urged officials to kick off the Chinese mainland’s 15th Five-Year Plan (2026–2030) with strong momentum at a New Year gathering by the Chinese mainland’s top advisory body.
Xi, Putin Exchange New Year Greetings
On December 31, 2025, Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin exchanged warm New Year greetings, underscoring strong China-Russia ties and optimism for 2026.
🎉 Wuhan’s Maomiaoji Temple Fair Lights Up the New Year! 🎊
Maomiaoji Temple Fair in Wuhan kicks off the New Year with vibrant festivities, cultural performances, and traditional delights in central China’s Hubei Province.
New Year Thrills: Northern China Embraces Ice and Snow Sports!
Northern China’s New Year celebrations are heating up with cool ice and snow sports! From Taiyuan’s epic snow parks to buzzing ski resorts, winter fun is on overdrive. ❄️🎿
🎉 Tujia’s Colorful Cakes Spice Up New Year Celebrations in Guizhou! 🎊
Discover how the Tujia people of Guizhou celebrate the New Year with colorful cakes that are as meaningful as they are delicious! 🍰✨
Spectacular Fireworks Light Up the Globe as New Year Begins 🎆
Cities around the world lit up the skies with dazzling fireworks as they welcomed the New Year. From Sydney to Berlin, these spectacular displays brought hope and excitement for the adventures ahead.