Ballet in the Flames of War: A Sino-Russian WWII Romance of Art and Resistance
Explore ‘Ballet in the Flames of War,’ the 2015 Sino-Russian WWII film where ballet unites war-torn families in a tale of resilience, romance, and art-driven resistance.
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India-Pakistan Conflict Update: Hostilities Countered, Airspace Closed
India-Pakistan conflict update: India reports hostilities countered with no escalation, while Pakistan keeps its airspace closed for 24 hours.
One Erhu, Two Worlds: A Dutch Violinist’s Transcultural Journey
Dutch violinist Anastasia Fridman travels over 8,000 km to Shanghai, mastering erhu and violin at the Shanghai Conservatory for a transcultural musical dialogue.
From Factory to Innovation Hub: Chinese Brands Reshape the Global Marketplace
China Brand Day’s 2024 Hurun list spotlights Douyin, Pinduoduo, BYD and more—signaling a shift from the world’s factory to a global innovation hub driven by tech and culture.
Moscow’s Sky Ablaze for 80th Victory Day Fireworks
A dazzling fireworks display lit up Moscow’s skyline as Russia marked the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s WWII victory, drawing global attention.
FIFA Women’s World Cup to Grow to 48 Teams in 2031
Starting in 2031, the FIFA Women’s World Cup expands to 48 teams, boosting matches from 64 to 104 and reflecting the sport’s global rise.
AI-Generated Avatar of Slain Veteran Confronts Killer in Arizona Court
An AI-generated avatar of a slain veteran addressed his killer during sentencing in Arizona, marking a first-of-its-kind court use and sparking global ethical debates.
Xabi Alonso to Leave Bayer Leverkusen at Season’s End
Xabi Alonso confirms departure from Bayer Leverkusen at season’s end amid Real Madrid links.
Zheng Qinwen Cruises to First Clay-Court Win at Italian Open
Chinese tennis star Zheng Qinwen dominated Olga Danilovic 6-1, 6-4 at the Italian Open, securing her first clay-court win of the season and boosting momentum.
Decoupling U.S. and Chinese mainland Economies Could Cost U.S. Billions
Fareed Zakaria warns that U.S.-Chinese mainland economic decoupling could shrink U.S. GDP by 1.4%, costing hundreds of billions annually and potentially spurring faster innovation in the Chinese mainland.