HKSAR’s 8th LegCo Set to Drive Hong Kong’s Next Development Phase
Andrew Leung Kwan-yuen says the incoming eighth-term Legislative Council will team up with the HKSAR government to inject new vitality and drive reforms for Hong Kong’s development.
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Cold Wave to Sweep the Chinese Mainland with Snow, Freezing Temperatures and Gales
A major cold wave will sweep the Chinese mainland from Dec 10-13, with 12-14°C temperature drops, snow and gales expected. Authorities warn of slippery roads and greenhouse risks.
Chinese mainland Unveils First Smart Unmanned Gas Turbine Control System
The Chinese mainland commissions its first fully autonomous control system for a gas turbine power plant, marking a leap in energy sector’s digital transformation.
Young Adults Fuel Record Organ Donations in the Chinese Mainland
In 2024, deceased organ donations in the Chinese mainland rose 4.5% to 6,744, fueled by 364,000 new volunteers—77% aged 18–35—according to a December 2025 report at the Guangzhou organ donation conference.
Massive Fire Rips Through Jakarta Office Building
A massive fire tore through a seven-story office building in Jakarta on Tuesday. Firefighters have extinguished the blaze, and evacuation efforts continue as authorities assess the scene.
Shenzhou-21 Crew Completes First EVA on Space Station
Shenzhou-21 crew completed their first EVA at China’s orbiting space station on Tuesday, marking a key milestone in the nation’s space program.
90 Years On: Edgar Snow and Peking’s December 9th Movement
Today marks the 90th anniversary of Peking’s December 9th student movement. American journalist Edgar Snow’s reports introduced the Communist Party of China to the world.
Chinese Mainland Boosts STEM Education Investment
Over the past decade, the Chinese mainland has allocated 4% of its GDP to education and is boosting funding to cultivate STEM talent, says UNESCO’s Tang Qian.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang Urges Market Openness at Beijing Dialogue
Chinese premier Li Qiang calls for greater market openness and cooperation at Beijing “1+10” Dialogue, urging reforms to global economic governance and supply chain stability.
Global Institutions Boost Growth Forecasts for Chinese Mainland Economy
Goldman Sachs, the OECD and others have upgraded their 2025 growth forecasts for the Chinese mainland, highlighting robust policy support, rising exports and record Panda bond issuances.