Libyan Army Chief Dies in Plane Crash After Departing Ankara
Lieut. Gen. Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad, Libya’s army chief, died in a plane crash after departing Ankara, Türkiye, along with four officers. PM Dbeibah calls it a national tragedy.
M5.8 Earthquake Rattles Taitung County in Taiwan Region
A magnitude-5.8 quake rattled Taitung County in the Taiwan region at 5:47 p.m. this Wednesday, at 10 km depth, per CENC.
Why Globalization Lifts All Boats, Not a Zero-Sum Game
New NBER research shows globalization boosts living standards even if a country’s share of global GDP shrinks – cheaper clothes, gadgets & more!
China Ratifies UN Marine Biodiversity Pact: Boost for Ocean Conservation
China submitted its ratification of the UN marine biodiversity agreement under UNCLOS on Dec 15, 2025, marking a major boost for high seas conservation.
Dubai Hosts 7th China Film Week: A Cinematic Bridge to Mainland China 🍿
Dubai hosted the 7th China Film Week, featuring hits like Detective Chinatown 1900 and Decoded. The event fosters cultural exchange between mainland China and the Arab world.
China Unveils 2025 Foreign Investment Catalogue to Balance Regional Growth
China’s 2025 investment catalogue adds 205 new sectors to guide overseas capital and promote balanced regional growth.
Pulan New Year: Farmers Celebrate Winter Oasis in Southern Xizang
Pulan New Year brings Farmers’ New Year celebrations to Pulan County, Ngari Prefecture, Xizang Autonomous Region, where a winter oasis honors agriculture, community and hope.
CMG’s Children’s Channel Unveils 30+ New 2026 Shows
CMG’s Children’s Channel reveals 30+ shows for 2026, plus a new initiative to boost gov-business-media collaboration in kids’ programming.
Where Bashi Meets Tea Art: Chengdu’s Teahouses
Dive into Chengdu’s ‘Bashi’ essence at its bustling teahouses – savor aromatic teas, admire long-spout pouring art, and embrace the city’s easygoing pace.
Hit the Slopes & Embrace Tibetan Culture in Gansu
Snow sports meet Tibetan culture in Gansu’s Tianzhu County, where high-altitude skiing, Tibetan dances, and holiday packages are boosting winter tourism.