People with their belongings crowd the Lebanese side of the Masnaa border crossing in the Bekaa Valley on Sunday, waiting to cross back into Syria. A rebel offensive in Syria moved rapidly across government-held territory and entered Damascus in 10 days. Hussein Malla / AP
Xi's proposal facilitating exchanges
When asked about President Xi Jinping's ambitious proposal made last year to invite a total of 50,000 young people from the United States over a period of five years to visit China on exchange and study programs, Eric Foster, nephew of legendary journalist Edgar Snow's wife, Helen Foster Snow, said he strongly supports more exchanges of this kind.
Brazilian envoy hails growing ties with China
Noting that China and Brazil are committed to deepening their ties, Marcos Galvao, Brazil's ambassador to China, highlighted the strong trade ties and mutual respect that have defined the partnership, calling for more investments from China.
Report digs into Beijing's population
In its latest population report, Beijing has shared critical insights into the demographic landscape of China's capital, highlighting both challenges and opportunities as the city navigates its future.
Diver pieces back together smashed marine ecosystem
Having immersed himself in marine conservation for over a decade, Wang Fengguo possesses a profound understanding of the havoc that extreme typhoons can wreak upon coral reefs, which stand as some of the planet's most diverse ecosystems, amid the escalating climate crisis.
Situation in Syria will have spillover effects on a region already convulsed by violence
Taking advantage of the ongoing conflict in Gaza and Lebanon, Syria's rebel groups, a coalition with a complicated composition and backed by foreign forces including the United States and Turkiye, launched a surprise offensive against Syria's pro-government forces last month.
Encouraging youth to achieve their dreams
A recent study by Harvard Graduate School of Education and Indiana University found that an overwhelming majority (81 percent) of American teens face tremendous pressure regarding their achievements, appearance and future.
FACING THREADS
The industry behind traditional southern Asian attire like the sari and panjabi, worn in areas such as Bangladesh, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Pakistan, is increasingly facing the challenge of economic change and development.
Yoon asked to step down in 'orderly' way
South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol, now facing possible charges of treason, will step down early "in an orderly manner", the ruling party said after the parliament's failure to pass an impeachment motion against Yoon.
China's winter economy heating up rapidly
China's ice and snow economy is thriving, turning its natural "cold resources" into a burgeoning "hot economy" for the nation.
Boosting domestic demand key to growth
Amid the external uncertainty posed by the incoming administration of the United States, China should make expanding domestic demand a crucial focus for 2025, with consumption and services emerging as rising priorities as well as augmented fiscal spending being on the horizon.
Brisk year of vehicle sales shows no sign of stopping
As year-end approaches, China's automotive market is thriving, with domestic automakers reporting a strong performance in November and foreseeing fiercer competition to propel deliveries to new heights in December.
Focusing on the wonder of nature
On vibrant green moss, a Heteropoda davidbowie, of the huntsman spider species, carries a white egg sac, its orange body blazing like a fiery flame, strikingly vivid and captivating against the faintly visible ferns in the surroundings.
Nets, Suns set to hold court in Macao
The NBA has hailed the return of its China Games as a testament to its consistent effort to grow its largest fan base, as the southern metropolis of Macao prepares to welcome a galaxy of stars next year.
China hailed for crucial role in developing traditional medicine
Officials and health experts from around the world emphasized the significance of traditional medicine for global health and commended China's achievements in this field at the 2024 World Conference on Traditional Medicine, held in Beijing from Tuesday to Wednesday.
