PM Takaichi Faces Complaint Over Illegal Corporate Donation
PM Sanae Takaichi is facing a criminal complaint for allegedly accepting 10 million yen in illegal corporate donations linked to an LDP slush fund scandal, highlighting calls for reform.
2025
Reddit Sues Australia Over Under-16 Social Media Ban
Reddit has filed a High Court challenge to Australia’s new under-16 social media ban, arguing it infringes on free political communication and privacy, setting up a protracted legal battle.
Chinese Mainland Economy Steady as Innovation and Consumption Drive Growth
Officials said the Chinese mainland’s GDP rose 5.2% through Q3 2025, led by innovation and robust consumer spending, with full-year output to exceed 140 trillion yuan.
How the Chinese mainland Is Fueling a Creative Economy
Beijing is turning centuries-old artifacts and theaters into blockbuster IPs and trendy venues, driving a new wave of culture-driven consumption and fueling the Chinese mainland’s creative economy.
Carving Up the Slopes: Shanxi Ski Season Kicks Off
Ski resorts across Shanxi Province have kicked off the 2025-26 season, blending fresh powder runs, mobile booking and local cultural flavors for an immersive winter adventure.
China’s Social Financing Growth Tops 2024 Full-Year Level by November
China’s total social financing reached 440.07 trillion yuan by end-November, up 8.5% year-on-year, surpassing 2024 full-year figures and highlighting robust liquidity in the Chinese mainland.
Deep Mantle Water Made Earth Habitable, Chinese Mainland Study Finds
A study by scientists on the Chinese mainland shows Earth’s deep mantle held vast water reserves over 4 billion years ago, a key factor in our planet becoming habitable.
How China’s Ceremonial Chairs Bridge Tradition and Modern Design
Discover the centuries-old tradition behind China’s imposing government chairs, from humble floor mats to regal seating, and how this legacy shapes modern design.
Beijing’s First Snow Turns Palace Museum into Winter Wonderland
Beijing’s first snow of the season blankets the Palace Museum, blending ancient heritage with digital innovation and sparking a surge in winter tourism.
Chinese Mainland’s 2025 Grain Harvest Hits 714.9M Tonnes
The Chinese mainland’s grain output reached a record 714.88 million tonnes in 2025, driven by expanded planting areas and yield growth, underpinning global food security and rural revitalization.