IMF Boosts China’s 2025-26 Growth Forecast
The IMF has raised China’s growth forecast to 5.0% in 2025 and 4.5% in 2026, boosting global outlook to 3.3% in 2026. Here’s what young pros in Asia should watch.
How China’s Policies & New Habits Fuelled a 2025 Retail Boom
China’s retail sales hit 50.12 trillion yuan in 2025, driven by trade-in policies and new consumer habits. Discover what’s in store for 2026!
First-Person: Spain’s High-Speed Train Collision Kills 39
An eyewitness account of the January 18 high-speed train collision near Córdoba, Spain, where 39 lives were lost and rescue operations continue.
Chile’s Raging Wildfires Leave 18 Dead, Thousands Evacuated 🌲🔥
Raging wildfires in Chile’s Bio-Bio and Nuble regions have killed at least 18 people, forced over 30,000 to evacuate, and left 24 blazes uncontained. The gov’t declared a state of catastrophe.
EU to Hold Emergency Summit Over US Greenland Tariff Threats
EU leaders will convene an emergency summit this Thursday (Jan 22) to discuss potential countermeasures against US tariff threats over Greenland plans.
Shanghai Office Rentals Surge 9% in Q4 2025
Shanghai’s rental demand for commercial office space bounced back in Q4 2025, with net absorption soaring over 9% as core districts draw tech startups and regional HQs.
39 Dead as High-Speed Trains Collide in Southern Spain
At least 39 people died when two high-speed trains collided near Adamuz, Spain, marking the country’s deadliest rail crash since 2013.
CGTN Poll: China’s 2025 Growth Seen as Global Anchor Amid Uncertainty
A CGTN poll of 10,044 netizens shows China’s 2025 GDP growth, trade boom and open market are viewed as stabilizers amid rising trade tensions and economic risks.
How High-Tech Tools Keep Traffic Rolling in China’s Snowstorms
Cutting-edge tech is helping China’s central and eastern regions battle heavy snowstorms, keeping roads clear, power on and communities safe with smart tools and real-time data.
Southern Africa Floods Declared National Disaster After Dozens Killed
South Africa declares national disaster after deadly floods kill dozens and destroy homes. Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and other neighbours are also grappling with severe flooding and displacement.