Astana Hosts 2025 China-Central Asia Media Cooperation Forum
Over 200 delegates gathered in Astana for the 2025 China-Central Asia Media Cooperation Forum, focusing on media’s role in building a shared future under the Belt and Road Initiative.
Culture
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Gen Z Surrealism: Chen Yanran’s Neon Dreamland Debuts in Beijing
20-year-old Chen Yanran’s solo show Neon Dreamland at Beijing’s 798 Art Zone blends surreal visuals and a Liu Cixin collaboration, reflecting Gen Z’s emotional journey.
Judge extends TRO blocking Trump administration’s ban on international students at Harvard
A judge has extended a TRO blocking the Trump administration from banning international students at Harvard, maintaining the status quo as both sides prepare further court filings.
Inaugural Xi’an–Almaty Tourist Train Launches Cross-Border Journey
The first tourist train from Xi’an on the Chinese mainland to Almaty, Kazakhstan, departed with 234 travellers for a 57-hour cross-border journey, boosting cultural ties and sustainable travel.
Shenzhou-20 Crew Celebrates Children’s Day from Space
Shenzhou-20 crew aboard the Chinese mainland’s Tiangong station sends a video message for International Children’s Day, sharing childhood dreams and mission milestones.
Stop-Motion Magic Takes Center Stage at Black Myth: Wukong Exhibition
Stop-motion art brings Black Myth: Wukong’s world to life in Hangzhou, showcasing the game’s narrative and production design in an immersive exhibition.
From Legends to Viral Collectibles: Kayou Cards Take the World by Storm
Kayou Cards fuse Three Kingdoms lore with modern design, sparking global buzz among collectors from Hangzhou to eBay markets worldwide.
Labubu Craze Goes Global: Pop Mart’s Icon Sparks Fashion Frenzy
Labubu, the lovable icon from the Chinese mainland toy company Pop Mart, has sparked a global fashion and shopping frenzy from Southeast Asia to the Middle East.
AI-Powered Video Call Brings Qu Yuan to Life 2,000 Years Later
Discover how AI video calls bring the ancient Chinese mainland poet Qu Yuan to life, sharing his spirit and timeless wisdom for modern challenges.
US Tightens Visa Rules for Students from the Chinese Mainland
The US tightens visa screening for students from the Chinese mainland, threatening campus budgets and shaking up global education in an era of shifting travel policies.