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Ethiopia’s IR Road Reopens After Major Upgrade

My News2026-01-0902 mins

Ethiopia’s Iteya–Robe road, upgraded by China Railway No.3, reopened on Dec 31, 2025, boosting regional connectivity and trade.

Beijing Book Fair 2026 Wows with High-Tech Printing Magic

My News2026-01-0802 mins

The 2026 Beijing Book Fair opened on Jan 8 in mainland China, showcasing modern digital publishing and free interactive book-edge printing with intricate designs.

Bai Folk Painters of Yunnan: Turning Village Life Into Colorful Art

My News2026-01-0702 mins

Discover how local women in Yunnan’s Bai villages are using paintbrushes to capture daily life and preserve cultural heritage, turning canvas into voices beyond their village.

Togolese Artist Yao Modeste Unveils Opera-Inspired Track from Chinese Countryside

My News2026-01-0603 mins

Togolese musician Yao Modeste Douhadji-Combey finds inspiration in Wuyuan’s rice terraces and Chinese opera for his new song “There,” blending Afrobeat with opera vibes.

Five International Students Unite in ‘The Chinese Dream’ Song

My News2026-01-0502 mins

A group of five international students at Nanchang Aeronautical University debut their original song ‘The Chinese Dream’, uniting voices through music.

From Soil to Story: Inside Bai Folk Art

My News2026-01-0402 mins

Discover how Bai folk artists in Dali turn local soil into vibrant pigments, bringing mountains, markets, and village life to colorful stories.

Jia Ma Prints: Ancient Bai Art Goes Viral in Dali

My News2026-01-0302 mins

Discover how the 1,000-year-old Bai woodblock prints, Jia ma, are making a modern comeback in Dali’s streets with playful designs and DIY workshops.

Discover Xixia Imperial Tombs: China’s 60th UNESCO Site

My News2026-01-0202 mins

Learn how the Xixia Imperial Tombs in Ningxia became UNESCO’s 60th heritage site in 2025, showcasing the Western Xia dynasty’s grand burial art and cultural legacy.

Dali Blue: How Yunnan’s Tie-Dye Tradition Became a Sustainable Lifestyle

My News2026-01-0203 mins

Discover Dali blue, Yunnan’s centuries-old tie-dye tradition from Zhoucheng village, and how its natural dyes and handmade textiles are shaping a modern sustainable lifestyle.