A landmark China-UK exhibition opens at the Shanghai Museum, showcasing portraits, manuscripts, and first editions of British literary icons from Shakespeare to J.K. Rowling.
The Shanghai Museum opened...
China tests a saucer-shaped eVTOL aircraft in Wuhan, designed for urban transport, emergency rescue, and low-altitude mobility.
A silver, saucer-shaped aircraft lifts straight into the air, hovers, moves...
Demos Chiang’s monochrome paintings offer a quiet pause, inviting viewers in Chengdu to reflect amid a fast-paced world.
In a city that rarely stops, one exhibition invites viewers to pause. Artist Demos...
DeepZang, the world’s first large language model for Tibetan, debuted in Lhasa, marking a new step in bringing the Tibetan language into the AI era.
The world’s first large language model designed for...
A new art exhibition dedicated to Suzhou embroidery opens at the Royal Geographical Society in London from March 5th-17th.
From March 5th to March 17th, the Suzhou Embroidery: The Awakening of a 1000-Year...
Experience the excitement of the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai. British George Russell leads Mercedes in practice, while Chinese drivers Zhou Guanyu and Shi Wei showcase local talent.
Shanghai International...
New Star Press celebrated the 20th anniversary of China’s Midnight Library mystery and detective publishing brand.
It was held on the 10th March at the China International Communications Group (CICG) stand...
At midnight on Feb. 17th, the first day of the Year of the Horse, a train whistle echoed through Chengdu International Railway Port. A China-Europe freight train laden with “Sichuan-made” goods...
Will AI replace jobs? Industry leaders in China say artificial intelligence is also creating new roles as technology reshapes the job market.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the global job market....
Professor Ling Youshi has advocated for increased support for Chinese language education among overseas Chinese.
As China’s Two Sessions convened, Ling Youshi, a professor at the Hong Kong Institute...
China is accelerating agricultural modernisation as AI, drones and digital technologies transform farming.
China is accelerating the modernisation of its agriculture with artificial intelligence, smart...
George Russell secures victory at the 2026 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, leading Mercedes to a dominant season opener with teammate Kimi Antonelli second and Charles Leclerc third.
On March...
China’s NPC deputies and CPPCC members propose measures to support teen mental health, including education programs, sports activities and AI-based support in schools.
Mental health among young people...
The Macao Government Tourism Office hosted a tourism promotion event in London on March 6th, showcasing Macao’s latest tourism offerings.
Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) hosted the event in collaboration...
Traditional tea farmers in Hangzhou’s West Lake area shout to awaken the mountains, marking the start of the Longjing tea spring harvest.
Drums echoed through the tea hills near West Lake on March 5th...
China has reclaimed the top spot in the global billionaire ranking with 1,110 billionaires, according to the Hurun Global Rich List 2026, as AI drives new wealth creation.
China has once again become the...
China reviews major draft laws at its Two Sessions, including a proposed environmental code and a draft law on promoting ethnic unity and progress.
Legislation is a key focus of China’s two sessions, currently...
The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race fleet arrives in Qingdao after departing from Portsmouth, marking the start of the race’s China leg.
After 10 days at sea, all ten yachts competing in the 2025–2026...
The Jiangkou Sunken Silver Museum in Sichuan opens to the public, displaying more than 7,000 gold and silver artefacts from major Ming dynasty discoveries.
On March 3rd, a media open day was held at the...
From dragon and lion dances to colourful lanterns and folk rituals, see how communities celebrate the Lantern Festival across the country.
The Lantern Festival lights up China on the 15th day of the first...
Chinese private-sector leaders highlight AI-driven opportunities while calling for stronger resilience, financing support, and cybersecurity safeguards amid rapid industry transformation.
As China begins...
Zhejiang Xiaobaihua Yue Opera Troupe returns to Taiwan after 15 years, performing My Grand View Garden and Garden of Love, delighting audiences and strengthening cultural ties.
From February 25th to 28th,...
China’s emerging “Guochao” cultural trend is being highlighted as a way to strengthen ties between young overseas Chinese and their cultural roots.
As generational change reshapes Chinese communities abroad,...
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz sampled traditional Hangzhou cuisine during his China visit, tasting Dongpo Pork and West Lake Vinegar Fish.
When German Chancellor Friedrich Merz travelled to China for...
China surpasses 5 million valid invention patents, shifting from quantity to high-value innovation in AI, robotics and green technology.
For years, China led the world in patent filings. Now, it has reached...
Anda Union from Inner Mongolia in China took to the stage in London on 12th February for the penultimate stop of their UK tour.
Formed in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, Anda Union is a dynamic collective of musicians...
Hong Kong’s 2026/27 Budget introduces HK$10 billion funds to support AI, life sciences and advanced industries, reinforcing its ambition to become a global innovation hub.
On February 25th, Hong Kong unveiled...
China Minutes celebrated Chinese New Year with a special Year of the Horse newspaper distributed during the festivities in London on Sunday 22nd.
The special newspaper was warmly received by locals and...
From record-breaking victories to quiet resilience, this photo essay captures the defining moments of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
The 25th Winter Olympic Games concluded on Feb. 22nd after...
Eileen Gu won the halfpipe gold at Milano Cortina 2026, leading a 1–2 finish as China secured five gold medals and its best-ever performance at a Winter Olympics held outside China.
Eileen Gu and Li Fanghui...
Expats explore Chengdu through “City Walk,” drawn to its relaxed lifestyle, vibrant culture and welcoming atmosphere.
“The red lanterns, Spring Festival couplets and other decorations seen everywhere...
China’s Wang Xindi won gold in the men’s freestyle skiing aerials at Milano Cortina 2026, scoring 132.60 in the one-jump super final to secure China’s fourth gold medal.
China’s Wang Xindi claimed gold...