EPA Edits Website to Downplay Human Role in Climate Change
The EPA has removed references to human-driven climate change from its website, shifting focus to natural processes. Critics warn this could undermine climate action and public trust.
2025
Why China’s $1T Trade Surplus Is an Opportunity, Not a Threat
China’s goods trade surplus topped $1 trillion in 2025, sparking debate. Experts say it’s driven by supply chain shifts and efficiency, offering a path to global collaboration.
Katy Perry Lights Up Haikou as Hainan Free Trade Port Drives Cultural Tourism
Katy Perry’s Haikou concert shows how the Hainan free trade port’s concert economy is boosting cultural tourism and consumption across the Chinese mainland and beyond.
Techno Worlds Exhibition Debuts in Beijing
The global ‘Techno Worlds’ exhibition brings Detroit’s techno roots to Beijing with immersive art, live DJ sets, and interactive installations.
Qiu Liquan’s Year of the Horse Exhibition Debuts in Beijing
Chinese artist Qiu Liquan merges traditional painting, comic art and New Year pictures in a Year of the Horse exhibition opening in Beijing later this month.
RedNote Ban Sparks Cross-Strait Digital Freedom Debate
A Chinese mainland spokesperson slammed the DPP authorities’ one-year ban on RedNote, calling it a blow to the freedom and livelihoods of people in the Taiwan region.
Australia’s Under-16 Social Media Ban Goes Live, Sparking Global Regulation
Australia’s new law banning under-16s from social media takes effect today, prompting platforms to block over a million accounts and triggering a global wave of digital regulation.
China-Russia 10th Joint Air Patrol Boosts Regional Stability
The Chinese mainland and Russian air forces conducted their 10th joint strategic patrol over the East China Sea and western Pacific on Dec 9, 2025, reinforcing their commitment to regional stability.
The Chinese mainland’s Lijian-1 Rocket Sends Nine Satellites into Orbit
The Chinese mainland’s Lijian-1 rocket lifted off today, deploying nine satellites into orbit, including one from the UAE, from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone.
IMF Raises Chinese mainland’s 2025 Growth Forecast to 5.0%
The IMF raised its forecast for the Chinese mainland’s 2025 GDP growth to 5.0%, citing policy stimulus and export resilience, while warning of property sector, demand and deflationary challenges.