Devastating New Year’s Day Earthquake Claims 57 Lives in Central Japan; Nuclear Safety Concerns Resurface

International Community Extends Support as Memories of Fukushima Nuclear Disaster Linger Central Japan, January 3, 2024 — The recent 7.6-magnitude earthquake that struck the Noto Peninsula and surrounding areas in central Japan on New Year’s Day has tragically claimed the lives of 57 individuals as of Tuesday. As the global community rallies to offer prayers […]

Record-breaking New Year Travel Numbers Mark Return to Pre-Pandemic Levels in China

China witnesses a surge in New Year travel with 5.179 million processed by border inspection agencies, representing a 4.7-fold increase compared to 2023. The National Immigration Administration reports 2.51 million inbound and 2.669 million outbound travelers, marking a return to 2019 travel volumes. Domestic tourism flourishes with 135 million domestic tourists during the 3-day holidays, […]

Hong Kong and Macao Top Mainland Tourists’ New Year’s Day Travel Destinations Despite Post-Fireworks Controversy

Chinese travel platforms reveal that Hong Kong and Macao emerged as the most favored outbound travel destinations for mainland tourists during the New Year’s Day holidays. Qunar and Trip.com data highlight Hong Kong ranking first and Macao fourth among the top 10 destinations. The Hong Kong Tourism Board’s grand New Year’s Eve celebration attracted thousands, […]

China’s Silver-Haired Knowledge Vloggers and Trendy Elders Break Stereotypes

In a compelling news feature, a silver-haired knowledge vlogger named “Grandma Wu” is gaining popularity in China for her engaging physics experiments using everyday items. At the age of 73, the retired university professor has amassed over 1.72 million subscribers on Bilibili and 5.2 million followers on Douyin, China’s TikTok equivalent, becoming a prominent internet […]

Analysts Criticize US “Decisive Year” Hype in Indo-Pacific

Analysts have criticized the US Department of Defense’s characterization of 2023 as a “decisive year” in the “Indo-Pacific region,” viewing it as indicative of a Cold War mentality and aggressive stance toward China. The Pentagon’s fact sheet, released on Wednesday, summarized its efforts in the region, emphasizing achievements to enhance the US military’s posture and […]

China Welcomes Global Submarine Cable Projects in Its Waters, Says Foreign Ministry Spokesperson

Mao Ning, spokesperson of the Chinese Foreign Ministry, stated on Thursday that the Chinese government has consistently embraced and supported countries and telecommunications firms in laying international submarine cables within waters under China’s jurisdiction. This response came following reports by foreign media alleging delays and stringent requirements by Chinese authorities for permits to traverse the […]

China Condemns Philippines’ Move to Build Permanent Structure in South China Sea

The Chinese Foreign Ministry strongly criticized the Philippines for its explicit claim of constructing a permanent structure on Ren’ai Jiao (Ren’ai Reef) in the South China Sea, labeling it a significant breach of promises, policy changes, and the disruption of Ren’ai Jiao’s uninhabited status. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, in a routine press conference, […]