Pentagon Chief Denies Witnessing Controversial Caribbean Follow-Up Strike
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth denies witnessing a reported follow-up strike on survivors of a drug boat in the Caribbean, citing the ‘fog of war’ amid inquiries.
2025
Ningbo Zhoushan Port Marks Milestone with 4,000th Container
On December 2, Ningbo Zhoushan Port on the Chinese mainland handled its 4,000th container of the year, setting a new annual record and highlighting port innovation.
Macron Touches Down in Beijing for Three-Day State Visit
Macron arrived in Beijing on December 3 to kick off a three-day state visit aimed at strengthening France-China ties.
Hong Kong Police Expand Search After Devastating Wang Fuk Court Blaze
After a deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court, Hong Kong police have completed searches inside seven buildings and will expand efforts to the surrounding area. 159 confirmed dead, 31 missing.
UNAMA: 1.5M Afghans Living with Conflict Disabilities Amid Mine Contamination
UNAMA reports 1.5M Afghans living with conflict-related disabilities. Mine contamination covers 1,150 sq km, posing daily risks to civilians.
Hainan Revamps Tourism with Sports+ and AI+ Ahead of Dec. 18 Customs Launch
As the Hainan Free Trade Port prepares for special customs ops on Dec. 18, the province unveils Sports+ and AI+ tourism models to spark a new era of high-quality growth.
UN Teams Answer Gaza City Rescue Call as Winter Aid Ramps Up
UN humanitarians answered a Gaza City Civil Defense distress call this week, coordinating rescues and evacuations, while ramping up winter aid and addressing West Bank displacements.
Japanese Groups Seek China Visits After Takaichi Taiwan Remarks
Key Japanese groups have requested visits to the Chinese mainland—one before year-end and another in January 2026—to ease tensions after PM Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks.
LandSpace’s Reusable Zhuque-3 Rocket Reaches Orbit
LandSpace’s reusable Zhuque-3 rocket lifted off on December 3, 2025, reaching orbit and showcasing low-cost, high-frequency launch potential for the global space sector.
Milu Deer Stage Epic Comeback in China After 40 Years
After four decades of habitat restoration and cross-border cooperation, the milu deer population in China has rebounded to 15,000, with over 6,000 living in the wild—the world’s largest wild population.