British Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s first meal in Beijing at a Yunnan restaurant highlights regional Chinese cuisine and a moment of cultural exchange.
When Keir Starmer arrived in Beijing on January...
China Minutes has launched the Chinese Cities Overseas Tourism Influence Rating, ranking the Chinese cities with the best overseas marketing influence for tourism.
Global interest in exploring China has...
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has arrived in Beijing for a four-day official visit to China, with talks expected to focus on bilateral relations, trade and investment cooperation, and global issues.
British...
An 11-year-old female Komodo dragon has hatched two healthy babies without a male in Taiyuan Zoo. This rare parthenogenesis case is the first in China and Asia, offering new insights into reptile reproduction...
China’s University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has opened a new School of Interstellar Navigation to advance space science education and research.
The University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences...
China lost 4-0 to Japan in the AFC U23 Asian Cup final, but the runners-up finish marked a boost for China’s soccer reforms.
Japan on Jan. 24th defeated China 4–0 in the final of the AFC U23...
On December 19th, 2025, the 2025 China-Europe Annual Speech Conference took place in Hall 1 of UNESCO headquarters in Paris.
The theme of the event was “Dialogue Among Civilisations: Envisioning the Future”....
China will launch a nationwide elderly care service subsidy program in 2026, providing monthly digital vouchers for eligible disabled seniors.
China will begin a nationwide elderly care service subsidy...
Workers at a lantern factory in southwest China are busy making red lanterns as demand rises ahead of the Chinese New Year.
As the Chinese New Year approaches, demand for red lanterns is rising across...
China’s manufacturing landscape is undergoing a major shift as smart factories powered by AI, automation, and digital systems reshape production.
Bright lights flood the workshop. Robots glide smoothly...
What is the taste of “Space Barbecue”? An astronaut of the Shenzhou-20 shared the story behind the “Space Barbecue”.
Wang Jie, astronaut of the Shenzhou-20 mission, shared their...
From snow-covered Great Walls and ancient water towns to frosted coastlines, see how China transforms into a serene winter wonderland.
China experienced widespread snowfall in mid-January, transforming...
From Ba Duan Jin to hot water rituals, the “Becoming Chinese” trend on TikTok is reshaping the global wellness landscape.
A new social media trend, humorously called “Becoming Chinese”,...
China’s Year of the Horse commemorative coins and banknotes sell out within minutes, sparking a collector frenzy and soaring resale prices.
On the evening of January 13th, China opened reservations for...
China’s 2025 data show steady gains in green energy, with growth in EVs, wind and solar power, and broader progress in the green economy and clean energy transition.
China released its official economic...
The London Philharmonic Orchestra joins with the China Conservatory Choir to perform Symphony Kukai at Royal Festival Hall in London on January 30th.
In January 2026, the legendary London Philharmonic...
The Louvre Museum in Paris has raised ticket prices for non-EU visitors, including tourists from the UK and China.
Since Jan. 14th, the Louvre Museum in Paris has increased ticket prices for most non-EU...
China’s AI product trade surged in 2025, driven by rapid growth in robotics, smart driving, and computing power.
China’s trade in AI-related products remained strong in 2025, with several notable highlights,...
The Guangzhou–Shenzhen–Hong Kong high-speed rail has surpassed one million cross-border trips, marking a milestone in regional connectivity and travel convenience.
Cross-border passenger traffic on the...
A tribute to Nie Weiping, the legendary Chinese Go player who shaped generations, promoted Go worldwide, and believed the game is ultimately about human judgment, patience, and life lessons.
When Nie Weiping...
In China, a growing number of robot trainers are training their “steel students” to better equip them for real-life applications.
“Every seemingly simple movement requires hundreds of repetitions...
Pipa Musician Gao Hong will perform her new album Symphony of Self with the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra at Temple Church in London on Saturday 17th January.
Gao Hong will play the Pipa alongside...
Four Nobel Laureates shared research insights and views on AI with HKUST students and faculty, inspiring curiosity and innovation.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) hosted the...
Chongqing opens Firefly Harbour Cat‑themed Park, featuring hundreds of rescued cats, interactive visits, and adoption options.
Recently, Chongqing opened a cat-themed park, and it quickly became a favourite...
Explore Demumu, the viral solo-living safety app in China, its rise, user impact, and challenges in the growing safety app market.
On Jan. 14th, the solo-living safety app previously in China as “死了么”...
A minimalist Chinese app that asks users to check in once a day has surged in popularity among young professionals living alone.
For Li Wan, a 25-year-old living alone in Shandong province in eastern China,...
China has tightened rules on medical institutions’ funeral services to protect families and curb abuse in the funeral sector.
On Jan. 12th, Chinese authorities introduced new rules to regulate funeral-related...
Chinese and British university students come together in Harbin for an international ice dragon boat friendship race, strengthening youth exchange through winter sports.
The “HIT–Cambridge–Oxford Cup”...
A factory mistake turned a “crying horse” toy into a viral hit in China, as consumers embraced its imperfect but relatable expression and drove unexpected demand.
A small manufacturing error has unexpectedly...
From a TV classic to a box office success, Back to the Past shows why Hong Kong stories still resonate with audiences 24 years later.
The long-awaited film adaptation of Back to the Past (《寻秦记》) officially...
Over the past decade, the Yangtze River Economic Belt has advanced cleaner shipping, upgraded industry and steady income growth.
Over the past decade, the Yangtze River Economic Belt has become a testing...
Discover Chongqing’s “8D Magic City” with its futuristic architecture and iconic spots like Li Zi Ba and the Bus Through Building.
A visitor from Singapore once said, “One building’s first floor might...