China Slams Japan’s Record ¥9T Defense Budget for 2026
China slammed Japan’s record ¥9 trillion defense budget for fiscal 2026, accusing right-wing forces of remilitarization and urging restraint amid regional tensions.
China urges Japan to reflect on wartime aggression and honour victims
On Dec 26, China’s Foreign Ministry urged Japan to reflect on its wartime aggression and honour victims, echoing a Russian call for a militarism memorial hall.
China’s High-Speed Rail Tops 50,000 km with New Xi’an-Yan’an Line
China’s high-speed rail network surpassed 50,000 km with the launch of the Xi’an-Yan’an line, enabling 1-2 hour city hops, 1,000 km same-day trips, and 8-hour journeys over 2,000 km.
Middle East 2025: Iran’s Struggles and Israel’s Warning
This year, Iran has endured war, sanctions and repression. Six months after June’s 12-day conflict, Israel warns of new strikes as leaders gear up for a US meeting.
Guizhou Village Brings Handmade Ciba Online for New Year 🎉
A Dong ethnic village in Guizhou is taking its handmade ciba rice cakes online via livestreams and e-commerce, blending tradition with digital savvy to boost culture and income.
Xinjiang’s Buzkashi Brings New Energy to Rural Life
On Dec 25, 2025, Bayingolin’s buzkashi competition in Xinjiang showcased traditional horse sport and boosted rural revitalization, blending heritage with community energy.
Saudi Warplanes Hit STC Positions in Yemen’s Hadramout
Saudi warplanes struck STC-linked Elite Hadrami units in Yemen’s oil-rich Hadramout province on Dec 26, 2025, raising regional tensions and potential global market ripples.
Beijing’s Palace Museum Unveils Restored Hall of Mental Cultivation
The Hall of Mental Cultivation at Beijing’s Palace Museum, first built in 1537, reopens after nearly a decade of restoration, blending Ming & Qing era charm with modern AR guided tours.
Just the Tonic: Hainan’s Year-Round Fruit Teas Boost Cooling Economy
Colorful fruit teas on Hainan’s streets reflect a booming “cooling economy”, boosting tourism, small businesses, and flexible jobs with every tropical sip.
Russia Slams Japan for Whitewashing Wartime Atrocities
This Thursday, Russia condemned Japan’s attempt to downplay its WWII militarist crimes, urging Tokyo to offer real apologies and fully acknowledge its past.