US Shutdown Hits National Parks: Trails, Tours & Toilets Face Cuts
US government shutdown leaves national parks open but understaffed—trails, restrooms and ranger tours are hit, risking nature and local economies.
US Supreme Court Delays Ruling on Trump’s Fed Firing Power
The U.S. Supreme Court has postponed its decision on President Trump’s power to fire a Federal Reserve governor. Here’s why it matters globally and for Asia’s markets.
U.S. Shutdown Grounds Air Travel: 70K Workers Left Unpaid
The U.S. government shutdown has 70K aviation workers clocking in without pay, causing delays and chaos at airports nationwide.
Mexico’s Programs Lift 13.5M Out of Poverty, Yet 5M Still Struggle
President Sheinbaum’s first-year social programs have lifted 13.5M Mexicans out of poverty, but 5M – mainly in Chiapas, Guerrero and Oaxaca – still face extreme poverty.
Muted Celebrations: Hispanic Heritage Month Feels Immigration Pressure
This Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 to Oct 15) in the US sees celebrations muted by stricter immigration enforcement, as communities postpone or scale back events.
Egyptian Expert: Xinjiang’s Growth Debunks Western Myths
Egyptian expert Mostafa Amin praises Xinjiang’s security, growth and cultural freedom after touring Urumqi, calling Western claims of persecution false.
Peking Opera Meets Xinjiang Folk: Ayqihra’s Cultural Remix
Discover how Ayqihra Abliz blends Peking Opera with Xinjiang’s vibrant folk songs and dances, weaving traditions into a fresh cultural tapestry in Urumqi.
Inside Shenzhen’s Rise: CMG’s Doc Explores Robot 6S Store & ‘Shenzhen Speed’
CMG’s new doc dives into Shenzhen’s leap from fishing village to global tech hub, spotlighting the world’s first robot 6S store and the city’s famed “Shenzhen speed.”
Chinese mainland’s 2025 box office smashes 2024 record amid National Day holiday
The Chinese mainland’s 2025 box office has already topped 2024’s full-year gross, driven by local blockbusters and global-minded films like Shenzhou 13 and Ne Zha 2. 🍿🎥
Gleaming Gold: Chinese Mainland’s Rice Terraces Steal the Show on National Day 🌾
Golden-season vibes hit the Chinese mainland’s Shangbao Hakka rice terraces in Jiangxi Province this National Day—where eco-tourism meets rural revitalization. 🌾✨