Planting Roots in Dali, China: A Swedish Farmer’s No-Till Journey
Swedish farmer Patrick Bachstatter’s journey in Dali, China: how no-till farming, community bonds and a 4,500km family road trip shaped his new life and permanent residency.
Malaysian Court Rejects Najib’s House Arrest Appeal
Malaysia’s High Court rules ex-PM Najib Razak’s royal order for house arrest invalid, rejecting his bid ahead of a key 1MDB trial verdict.
Maduro Vows to Defend Peace Amid US Pursuit of Venezuelan Oil Tankers
President Maduro vows to defend Venezuela’s peace and stability after 25 weeks of alleged aggression, as the US pursues a third oil tanker in under two weeks.
Guangzhou-Zhanjiang High-Speed Rail Launches, 1h32m Trips Begin Today
The Guangzhou-Zhanjiang high-speed rail starts service today, slashing travel time to 1h32m and boosting connectivity across western Guangdong and the Greater Bay Area.
Florida Peace Talks: Progress and Pitfalls in Ukraine Negotiations
Florida peace talks in December 2025 brought productive dialogue on a 20-point plan for Ukraine, but key disagreements on territory and security guarantees remain.
Bohai Oilfield Smashes 40M Tonnes Record in 2025
China’s Bohai Oilfield hit a record 40 million tonnes of oil equivalent in 2025, driving national energy security and representing 40% of the country’s crude output growth.
Dongzhi Delights: Winter Solstice Foods to Warm Your Soul
Discover Dongzhi, the Winter Solstice in China, and the seasonal dishes like tangyuan, jiaozi, nian gao and more that warm hearts this December.
Swiss Minister Proposes Social Media Ban for Under-16s
Swiss Interior Minister Baume-Schneider is weighing a social media ban for under-16s to shield kids from harmful content and predatory algorithms, with discussions set for early 2026.
China’s Silk Road Ark Arrives in Barbados for Humanitarian Mission
China’s hospital ship Silk Road Ark has arrived in Barbados on December 20, 2025, for a seven-day humanitarian mission offering free medical services under Mission Harmony 2025.
China’s Trade Law Draft Embraces Cross-Border Finance
China’s top legislature starts reviewing a trade law amendment draft to boost cross-border finance and empower fintech and e-commerce across Asia.