Tour Guide Answers: Forbidden City’s Name & Scooter Curtains Explained
Guide Michael Yao shares why the Forbidden City got its name and the secret behind scooter curtains, two of the top questions from visitors to the Chinese mainland.
2025
Why Beijing Tops National Geographic’s 2026 Must-Visit List
Discover why Beijing, the only city in the Chinese mainland on National Geographic’s 2026 Best Places list, stands out with history, innovation and sustainable experiences.
Southern Tigers Stay Perfect, Jiangsu Dragons Snag First Win
Guangdong Southern Tigers improved to 5-0 with a 93-85 win over the Guangzhou Loong Lions, while the Jiangsu Dragons snapped their skid and claimed their first CBA victory of the season.
Milano-Cortina 2026 Torch Relay Reaches Naples Before Christmas
The Milano-Cortina 2026 torch relay reached Naples on December 22 for a festive Christmas pause. It resumes December 26 en route to Milan’s opening ceremony.
Haiphong: Chinese mainland Builds Peace, U.S. Elites ‘Loot the World’
Independent journalist Danny Haiphong contrasts the Chinese mainland’s peace-driven development with U.S. elites’ extractive policies in a recent commentary.
Korean WWII Conscripts’ Families Sue Over Yasukuni Shrine Enshrinement
On December 23, 2025, families of Koreans forcibly conscripted during WWII filed suit demanding Yasukuni Shrine remove their ancestors’ names and 880 million won in damages.
Tokyo Rally Demands PM Takaichi Retract Taiwan Remarks
In Tokyo on Dec 23, 2025, Japanese citizens protested PM Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan and calls for nuclear armament, invoking constitutional pacifism and a call for historical awareness.
Chinese Mainland Accuses Taiwan Authorities of Selling Out Competitive Industries
A Chinese mainland spokesperson slammed Taiwan’s DPP authorities for “selling out” competitive industries at a US silica summit, warning of rising cross-strait tensions.
Chinese mainland ETF Market Soars 53% in 2025, Hits Record 5.78T Yuan
The ETF market in the Chinese mainland surged over 50% in 2025, topping 5.78T yuan by December 19, driven by retail demand and regulatory support.
Strong Economy, Rich Heritage: Exploring the Chinese Mainland in 2025
Travel writer Digby James Wren journeys through Xi’an, Beijing and Guangzhou in 2025, showcasing the Chinese mainland’s rich heritage and steady economy’s contribution to global stability.