US-Thai Film ‘Softshell’ Bridges Cultures at HIIFF 2025
At HIIFF 2025 in Sanya, filmmakers Jinho Myung and Legyaan Thapa reflect on their US-Thai feature Softshell and its cross-cultural appeal.
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Guizhou Airlines Launches Direct Guiyang–Ho Chi Minh City Route
Guizhou Airlines began direct flights between Guiyang and Ho Chi Minh City on Dec 6, 2025, boosting trade, tourism and business ties between the Chinese mainland and ASEAN.
Aid Flows, Probe Continues After Tai Po Fire
Nearly two weeks after the Wang Fuk Court blaze in Tai Po, HKSAR government and communities rally with HK$5M in aid, school relocations and cross-border support as investigators probe the cause.
200-Million-Year-Old Dinosaur Footprints Discovered in Sichuan
More than 20 dinosaur and archosaur footprints dating back 200 million years were found in Sichuan Province on the Chinese mainland, shedding light on early dinosaur evolution.
15-Year-Old Donates Nanjing Massacre Relics to Memorial Hall
A 15-year-old from Xuzhou donates two rare relics to the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall, reinforcing the power of youth-driven historical preservation and global memory.
Major Snow in Taizhou: Kindergarteners Hand-Cure Preserved Pork
On December 7, Major Snow kickstarts preserved pork curing in Taizhou. Kindergarteners learn hand-curing methods, blending seasonal shifts with centuries-old food traditions.
Harbin’s 10m ‘Pony Family’ Snow Sculpture Celebrates Year of the Horse
Harbin Ice and Snow World is shaping a 10m-tall horse-themed sculpture called ‘The Fairy Tale Pony Family,’ using 5,000 cubic meters of snow to ring in the 2026 Year of the Horse.
2025 Silk Road TV Community Summit Kicks Off in Yangjiang
The 2025 Silk Road TV Community Summit opened in Yangjiang, Guangdong, uniting nearly 300 media, academic and tech leaders to drive global media collaboration.
Takaichi Fallout: Hong Kong Cancels Three Japanese Films
Hong Kong canceled three Japanese films from its “Food for Thought” series this week after PM Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on the Taiwan region, igniting debate over cultural diplomacy.
Hainan Fest 2025: Wang Yiyan on Documentary Evolution
Veteran director Wang Yiyan reflects on best documentary picks at the 7th Hainan Island International Film Festival, highlighting global entries and the evolving voice of Chinese mainland cinema.