Butter tea in Beijing
A Cup of Butter Tea: Remembering Tibet in Beijing
In Beijing, a small shop shares the warmth of Tibet as the owner turns her experience in Tibet into connections. Years ago, on a snowy road into Tibet, Liu Mengyao feared she might not survive. Her car...
Black Myth: Zhong Kui
Legendary Demon Hunter Zhong Kui Joins Black Myth Series
Black Myth: Zhong Kui, sequel to Black Myth: Wukong has been unveiled by Game Science, inspired by the legendary Chinese demon hunter. On 20th August 2025, during the opening night of Gamescom in Cologne,...
Dongji Rescue
Dongji Rescue European Premiere Held in London
Dongji Rescue European premiere was held on August 15th, with director and actors in London to promote the film telling the rescue of British WW2 POWs by the brave residents of Dongji Island. The film’s...
Xizang education
Through the Eyes of a British Educator: Xizang’s Transformation
A British educator shares Xizang’s transformation in education, infrastructure, and cultural preservation. Michael Crook speaks fluent Beijing dialect and often carries a fountain pen in his pocket. Born...
Zhangjiajie highline
Highline at the Edge: Top Athletes Challenge Zhangjiajie Heights
Watch top highline athletes from around the world take on a breathtaking one-kilometre highline above Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. Twenty top highline athletes from ten countries, including China,...
Xizang Autonomous Region's 60th founding anniversary
Visitors Experience Xizang’s Festive Spirit
Xizang enters its “celebration moment” as locals and international visitors experience festive streets, cultural events, and the 60th anniversary of the Xizang Autonomous Region. The city of Lhasa is buzzing...
Hainan Independant Customs
Hainan Continues to Open Up With Independent Customs
The Hainan Free Trade Port is set to launch an island-wide independent customs operation on December 18th, continuing its process of high-standard opening up. As China’s largest special economic...
London Mid-Autumn Festival 2025
London’s Mid-Autumn Festival to Feature a Fresh Hip Hop Performance from Returning Dancer
With the London Mid-Autumn Festival fast approaching, excitement is building for one of the most important events jointly supported by the Mayor of London’s office and London’s Chinatown. This year, among...
Robots freestyle combat
When Robots Stretch, Sprint, and Show Off
Explore the World Humanoid Robot Games 2025 in Beijing, where robots from around the globe sprint, compete, and even dance. Robots from around the world are stretching, sprinting, and showing off their...
robot Tibetan antelope
Meet the Robot That Runs With Tibetan Antelopes
A robot disguised as a Tibetan antelope roams Hoh Xil, China, capturing close-up wildlife footage without disturbing the herd. On August 11, the world’s first “robot Tibetan antelope” appeared...
Flash delivery China
China’s Flash Delivery: 30-Minute Orders Transform Retail
China’s flash delivery market is taking off. Young consumers now expect same-day delivery for electronics, fashion, and daily essentials, transforming the retail experience. In recent years, instant delivery...
World Robot Humanoid Games
Over 500 Robots from 16 Nations to Compete at World Humanoid Robot Games in China
Over 500 humanoid robots from 16 nations will race, fight, and perform at Beijing’s Ice Ribbon during the 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games. From August 14 to 17, the 2025 World Humanoid Robot Games will...
all-female yue opera 2
All-Female Yue Opera Troop to Perform in London
The all-female Zhejiang Xiaobaihua Yue Opera Theatre will grace London with the Garden of Love Yue opera performances at The Shaw Theatre on August 21st.  There is only one week until the all-female Zhejiang...
Wild Asian elephants in Yunnan
Wild Asian Elephants in Yunnan Pass 300 as Numbers Keep Rising
The number of wild Asian elephants in Yunnan, China, has grown to over 300 and continues to rise, marking a rare conservation success for this endangered species. On World Elephant Day, Yunnan’s rolling...
Science in wartime China
Joseph Needham and the Spirit of Science in Wartime China
British scientist Joseph Needham’s journey across wartime China reveals the resilience of Chinese scientists under extreme hardship. From 1943 to 1946, British scientist Joseph Needham travelled across...
AI-powered breeding robot GEAIR for agriculture
China Unveils AI-Powered ‘GEAIR’ Robot for Agriculture
China has developed GEAIR, the world’s first AI-powered breeding robot, accelerating hybrid plant breeding and boosting agricultural productivity. Chinese scientists have achieved a breakthrough in intelligent...
British tug of war World Games
Pulling Together: Britain’s Tug of War Shines at the World Games
At the World Games 2025 Chengdu, Britain’s tug of war team claimed gold on the grass field, showcasing skill, unity, and tradition. On the grass field of the World Games 2025 Chengdu, one object captured...
Tibet Museum in Lhasa
Exploring the Tibet Museum: Art, History & Hands-On Fun
Discover the Tibet Museum, Xizang’s largest cultural landmark. Explore ancient artefacts, enjoy hands-on exhibits, and experience the vibrant art and history of the region. This summer, Du Mingyu, a “post-90s”...
China esports
China’s Esports Hits £1.4 Billion as Global Audience Surges
China’s esports industry earned £1.4 billion in the first half of 2025, up 6.1% year-on-year, with overseas audiences hitting record highs. As Chengdu hosts the World Games 2025, global attention on competitive...
Chikungunya virus china
Chikungunya Virus China Outbreak Reaches 7,000 Cases
Chikungunya virus China outbreak has exceeded 7,000 cases as Chinese officials introduce more contingency measures. From July 20th to August 6th over 7,000 cases of Chikungunya Virus have been reported...
China orchestra
China NCPA Orchestra Visits UK in First European Tour
China National Center for the Performing Arts Orchestra (NCPAO) is marking its 15th anniversary with a first ever European tour to Scotland, England, Spain, and Germany.  From August 6 – 15, the NCPAO...
Yue Opera London
Garden of Love Yue Opera Performance to Grace London
Garden of Love by Zhejiang Xiaobaihua Yue Opera Theatre will grace London with a collection of Yue opera performances at The Shaw Theatre on August 21st.  The Garden of Love is a specially curated selection...
yiwu
Proposals for Formulating China's 15th Five-Year Plan to be Studied in October
The proposals for formulating the 15th Five-Year Plan for China’s economic and social development will be studied at the fourth plenary session of CPC Central Committee. The photo shows Yiwu International...
London Event August
Chinese Events in London This August
London events in August with a Chinese twist. A roundup of all the best Chinese-related events in London during August. Musical performances, academic talks, business events and more are happening this...
China Business Digest July
China Business Digest July - Engage With China As a UK Business
China Business Digest July presents key takeaways from the past month for doing business in China including:Hot Topic: Reflecting on the not-quite-complete China Audit Hot Topic: What does the UK’s 10-year...
Yushu Horse Festival
Yushu Horse Racing Festival Blends Speed with Tradition
The 43rd Yushu Horse Racing Festival kicked off in Qinghai, showcasing thrilling races and centuries-old traditions at 4,000 meters above sea level. On July 26, the finals of the 43rd Yushu Horse Racing...
Robot PhD student in China
Art Meets AI: China’s First Robot PhD Student Takes the Stage
Scholar 01, an AI robot developed in Shanghai, has been admitted as a PhD student at Shanghai Theatre Academy. On July 27, at the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai, an advanced...
Flood risk in China after heavy rain
Flood Risk Rises in China After Days of Heavy Rain
Days of heavy rain have raised flood risks across China, prompting alerts and evacuations in Beijing and several northern regions. Recent days of heavy rainfall have caused widespread flooding across several...
China-EU young scientists exchange
China-EU Youth Science Collaboration Begins
The China-EU Young Scientists Exchange Program was launched to foster collaboration between young researchers. The initiative promotes joint efforts in addressing global challenges like climate change...
Lin Huiyin English letters
Lin Huiyin’s Letters: From Beijing to London and Beyond
A newly published collection of Lin Huiyin’s English letters reveals her voice, cultural insight, and cross-cultural connections in the 1930s. On July 25, People’s Literature Publishing House announced...
Tibet Salt and Sheep Route
The Salt and Sheep Route: A Thousand-Year Trade Legacy
An ancient salt trade route in Xizang’s Ngari prefecture returns to life through cultural tourism and local salt processing efforts. Over a thousand years ago, more than 50 salt caravans operated in the...
space-bred pumpkins Zhejiang
Space-Bred Pumpkins Weighing 150kg Hit Zhejiang Farms
Space-bred pumpkins weighing 150kg were grown in Zhejiang, China — a cosmic twist to modern farming and rural tourism. A farm in Ninghai County, Zhejiang Province, recently grew several giant pumpkins...
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