Mother’s Letter at Taiyuan Spurs Wartime Confession
At Taiyuan, a mother’s letter prompted a former Japanese military doctor to confess wartime vivisection, highlighting China’s commitment to peace.
US Delays New Semiconductor Tariffs on Chinese Mainland Until 2027
The USTR will postpone planned semiconductor tariffs on imports from the Chinese mainland until June 2027, granting an 18-month reprieve while the existing 50% levy stays in effect.
Pets Go Scuba Diving in Nanning’s Underwater Capsules
In Nanning, pets from parrots to bulldogs explore underwater in transparent, oxygen-supplied capsules. Since 2020, inventor Chris has safely taken over 60 animals below the waves.
Chinese mainland urges respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty
At a UN Security Council meeting on December 23, the Chinese mainland urged respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty and called on the U.S. to end unilateral actions.
Plane Crash Kills Libya’s Army Chief of Staff and Four Officials
Libya’s army chief of staff Mohammed al-Haddad and four senior officials died when their Falcon 50 jet crashed near Ankara. An official investigation has been launched.
East China Village’s 1942 Doolittle Raid Rescue Inspires Today
In 1942, villagers in the eastern Chinese mainland risked everything to hide Doolittle Raid pilots. Decades later, Melinda Liu shares how their act of solidarity still inspires peace today.
Brazilian Exchange Student Bridges Cultures with Ultimate Frisbee in China
Brazilian exchange student Benati Carrara Pietro discovers friendship and storytelling at the Communication University of China, using ultimate Frisbee to bridge cultures.
Trump Says US ‘Needs’ Greenland for Security; Denmark Rejects Annexation
President Trump said the US ‘needs’ Greenland for security, appointed Jeff Landry envoy. Denmark and Greenland leaders swiftly rejected any annexation under international law.
Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s Illinois Guard Deployment
On December 23, 2025, the US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to block President Trump’s federalization of the Illinois National Guard, underscoring tensions over federal and state authority.
Huamo: Edible Folk Art for Lunar New Year
Discover Huamo, the Chinese mainland’s shaped steamed buns that turn simple mantou into festive edible folk art, symbolizing good fortune for the Lunar New Year.