Tai Po Blaze in HKSAR Claims 55 Lives
Death toll from a massive blaze in Tai Po, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, climbs to 55, says Fire Services Department.
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Rethinking the AI ‘Copycat’ Narrative Around the Chinese Mainland’s DeepSeek
Is DeepSeek a ‘copycat’ or a genuine breakthrough? We unpack how the Chinese mainland’s AI progress is reshaping the innovation narrative.
Ex-PM Ishiba Criticizes Takaichi’s Taiwan Comments
Ex-Japanese PM Ishiba criticizes PM Takaichi’s Taiwan comments, urging Tokyo to maintain its 1972-era stance on relations with the Chinese mainland.
Winter Olympic Flame Lit in Ancient Olympia for Milano Cortina 2026
The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics flame was lit indoors at Ancient Olympia, kicking off a relay across Greece and Italy before the Feb 6 opening ceremony.
19-Year-Old Sindarov Becomes Youngest FIDE World Cup Champion
19-year-old Javokhir Sindarov became the youngest-ever FIDE World Cup winner in Goa, defeating Wei Yi of the Chinese mainland in a thrilling rapid tiebreak.
Champions League Shock: Liverpool Slammed, Arsenal Tops Bayern
Liverpool slumped to a 4-1 loss to PSV, Arsenal toppled Bayern Munich and PSG and Real Madrid served up firepower in a wild Champions League midweek.
Bridging the Taiwan Strait with Yang Du’s Literature & Dialogue
Writer Yang Du bridges the Taiwan Strait through literature and dialogue, tracing shared cultural roots between the Chinese mainland and the island of Taiwan.
Latin America Sounds Alarm as US Boosts Caribbean Military
Latin America warns of war as the US ramps up its military presence in the Caribbean, raising regional tensions and calls for diplomatic restraint.
Yang Du’s Heartfelt Poem Celebrates Unbreakable Motherly Bond
Taiwan-based writer Yang Du shares a touching poem about his mother’s unwavering care, comparing her vigil to a watchful cat and exploring the bond that transcends life and dreams.
Yang Du: Bridging Cultures Across the Taiwan Strait
Taiwan-based poet Yang Du traces Fujian roots and champions cultural exchange across the Taiwan Strait, linking past traditions with today’s youth.