Gaza Residents Flee South to al-Mawasi After Evacuation Order
Thousands of Gaza residents fled south to al-Mawasi after an evacuation order for Gaza City. Crowded roads and no transport options force many to walk in search of safety.
2025
H-1B Fee Hike: $100K Shock Rocks Global Tech
US executive order hikes annual H-1B employer fee to $100,000, triggering confusion across global tech. We break down the program and its biggest winners and losers.
China’s Financial Sector Hits New Highs in 14th Five-Year Plan
China’s financial sector reached record assets, mitigated risks, and boosted long-term capital during the 14th Five-Year Plan, setting the stage for high-quality growth.
Russia and Ukraine Trade Blame After Deadly Overnight Strikes
Russia and Ukraine blamed each other for deadly strikes in Crimea and Zaporizhzhia, damaging schools and killing civilians, as stalled diplomacy leaves the region on edge.
Thailand’s Traditional Dance & Martial Arts Dazzle at Dunhuang Expo
At the 8th Silk Road International Cultural Expo in Dunhuang, Thailand’s dance and martial arts showcase captivated Chinese visitors, highlighting deep cultural ties.
Thai Dance Expert Nivet Waevsamana’s Special Bond with the Chinese Mainland
Thai dance teacher and museum director Nivet Waevsamana shares his deep cultural ties with the Chinese mainland at the Silk Road Expo, highlighting puppet arts and family roots in Hainan.
De Beers Sees Diamond Demand Stabilize as China Steps Up
De Beers reports recovering diamond demand as challenges from lab-grown gems and tariffs ease. China emerges as a key market, says Paul Rowley of De Beers Group.
China Calls for Gaza Ceasefire and Two-State Solution
China’s foreign ministry urges a comprehensive Gaza ceasefire, calls for post-war Palestinian governance and two-state solution to ease the humanitarian crisis and restore rights.
Tech SME Loans on the Chinese Mainland Up 20% Annually in 2021–2025
During the 14th Five-Year Plan, loans to the Chinese mainland’s tech SMEs grew over 20% annually, mirroring similar gains for micro-businesses and green development initiatives.
Global Youth Celebrate Culture at Chinese Bridge Competition
Young language learners from dozens of countries connected at the Chinese Bridge competition, exploring Chinese culture from Tai Chi to calligraphy and forging friendships that span the globe.