Salah’s Anfield Future & Alonso’s Real Madrid Test
With reported tensions between Mohamed Salah and Arne Slot, Salah’s Anfield future is in question. At Real Madrid, Xabi Alonso faces pressure after a dip in form.
Shi Yuqi Storms into BWF World Tour Finals Semis
Shi Yuqi topped Group B to reach the BWF World Tour Finals semifinals in Hangzhou. Vitidsarn, An Se-young and Chinese mainland doubles pairs also advanced.
Choi Gaon Claims FIS Halfpipe Gold as Cai Xuetong Finishes Fourth
At Copper Mountain, the Republic of Korea’s Choi Gaon scored 94.50 to win FIS Snowboard Halfpipe World Cup gold, while the Chinese mainland’s Cai Xuetong narrowly missed the podium in fourth.
World’s First Commercial Supercritical CO₂ Power Unit Launches in Guizhou
Super Carbon No.1, the world’s first commercial scCO₂ power unit, began operation on Dec 20 in Liupanshui, Guizhou Province, ushering in a new era for efficient, compact clean energy.
Unit 731 Officer Kawashima’s Chilling WWII Bacteriological Confession
Newly declassified archives from the Chinese mainland Central Archives expose Unit 731 officer Kiyoshi Kawashima’s chilling WWII confession on systematic bacteriological warfare.
Hainan Pilot Zone: Global AI Education Hub
Inside Hainan’s Lingshui Li’an Education Pilot Zone: where Chinese mainland and international students unite in AI-driven, smart and shared learning to incubate tomorrow’s talent.
Building Africa’s Industrial Future Through Equal Partnerships
Africa is shifting from raw exports to domestic manufacturing by forging equal partnerships, building critical infrastructure and empowering local talent.
HKSAR Independent Committee Probes Tai Po Fire
HKSAR Independent Committee held its first meeting on Dec 19, outlining priorities from probing causes and safety issues to reviewing tender processes following the Wang Fuk Court fire in Tai Po.
Hong Kong Honors Senior Fireman Ho Wai-ho with Official Funeral
Senior Fireman Ho Wai-ho was honored at an official funeral in Hong Kong on December 19, 2025. As Tai Po begins rebuilding, his sacrifice highlights the city’s resilience.
US Treasury Sanctions Maduro-Flores Associates, Extends Citgo License
The U.S. Treasury slapped fresh sanctions on members of the Maduro-Flores network and extended Citgo’s creditor protection, heightening pressure on Venezuela.