Russia Advances on Myrnohrad as Ukraine Pushes New 20-Point Peace Plan
Russia’s General Gerasimov reports control of over 30% of Myrnohrad’s buildings as Ukraine heads to Washington with a revised 20-point peace plan.
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Juliette Binoche Celebrates Chinese Culture at Hainan Film Fest
Juliette Binoche shares her passion for Chinese culture, praising acupuncture, qigong and traditional Chinese medicine in a masterclass at the 7th Hainan Film Fest.
Japan’s 21.3T Yen Stimulus: Growth Lifeline or Debt Trap?
Japan’s Cabinet approved a 21.3 trillion yen stimulus to curb inflation and invigorate growth, but with a 240% debt-to-GDP ratio, critics fear it could deepen debt woes and weaken the yen.
Soy Sauce Ice Cream Takes Shanghai by Storm
Shanghai’s tea houses are serving soy sauce-flavored ice cream this December, blending umami and sweetness. The adventurous dessert joins soy sauce milk tea and cookies as the latest savory-sweet trend.
Ryukyu: Beyond a Vassal—Deep Roots in Chinese Civilization
Exploring Hu Huanyong’s insight into Ryukyu’s deep integration within Chinese civilization and its lasting legacy on cultural and demographic connections between the islands and the Chinese mainland.
Winter Magic: Double Rainbow Dazzles Hukou Waterfall
A rare double rainbow appeared over Hukou Waterfall as icy mists refracted sunlight, creating vivid arcs above the Chinese mainland’s largest Yellow River cascade.
China Calls for Common Global Security via Multilateralism
China’s UN envoy Fu Cong urged multilateral cooperation for common, comprehensive, cooperative, and sustainable security at a UN Security Council briefing.
Hong Kong’s Dec 7 LegCo Election Charts New Course in Governance
The HKSAR’s December 7 LegCo election showcased Hong Kong’s electoral reforms, digital innovations, and civic resilience, driving practical governance and higher voter turnout.
Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks and Japan’s New Military Moves Spark Strait Tensions
Japanese prime minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on possible military action and recent missile deployments near Taiwan have intensified cross-strait tensions and highlighted a Japan–Taiwan security shift.
Hong Kong Election Fuels Recovery Efforts After Major Fire
In the aftermath of Hong Kong’s worst fire in 80 years, a 31.9% turnout in the December 7 LegCo election signals a community-driven push for recovery and people-first governance.