Volkswagen's New Flagship Sedan Set to Rival Mercedes and BMWNew Volkswagen Spotted in GermanyFeaturing a Grand Sedan DesignPresumed Successor to the Phaeton Volkswagen, the leading German car manufacturer, has been spotted testing a new vehicle on the road. Initially, it was believed to be the successor to the Jetta. However, after seeing the larger-than-expected body, some speculate it could be the successor to the […]
Korean Film "Exhuma" Faces Backlash from Chinese Viewers Over Cultural DepictionsProfessor Seo Kyung Deok of Sungshin Women’s University addresses online criticism from China regarding the film “Exhuma.” Despite exceeding 8 million viewers and securing sales and releases in 133 countries, including Mongolia, the South Korean film “Exhuma” has recently faced criticism from Chinese social media users. A post on X (formerly Twitter) gained significant traction […]
SAAB: Once Volvo's Rival, Now Lost in History's Shadows, What Really Happened?The Swedish vehicle brand Volvo’s eternal rival It was once selected as the safest vehicle brand SAAB, a Swedish automaker, has always been mentioned together with the Volvo brand. Their history goes back to the days when they originally made fighter planes. They produced fighter planes until World War II, but after the war, they […]
GWM Unleashes the Mecha Dragon: Is This the Future of Electric Cars?GWM’s New “Mecha Dragon”A Shocking Design Worthy of Its NameHow Was the Reaction in China? The Chinese electric car market boasts the largest scale in the world. BYD, Xiaopeng, and thousands of other electric car manufacturers offer endless choices within China. Electric cars attract attention with their unconventional appearances. Recently, the electric car brand Ora, […]
Can Chinese Automaker GWM Compete with Rolls-Royce? China's Great Wall Motors has announced the launch of a luxury sedan and released renderings. The new luxury line will be codenamed ZX and will compete with the likes of Hongqi, Maybach, and Rolls-Royce. The plagiarism controversy that has been brewing for some time is still to be resolved...
Chinese Airlines to Increase U.S. Bound Flights to 50 Per WeekIncreasing from 35 flights to 50 per week.One-third of the pre-COVID level.The airline is gearing up for the surge in summer air travel demand. The United States has decided to increase the number of flights by Chinese airlines to 50 per week. According to CNBC on the 26th (local time), the US Department of Transportation […]
Groom Invited His 8 Ex-Girlfriends to Eat with Him at His WeddingA Chinese wedding story sparks debate as the groom invited 8 ex-girlfriends to his wedding + reasons why he invited them. A group of wedding guests in China drew the attention of other guests. Guests from the groom’s side at a wedding in Henan Province, China, captivated attention on Chinese social media platforms. Typically, the […]
A Teacher Remains Indifferent as a Student Collapses From PunishmentA student suddenly collapses from punishment in class, but the teacher remains indifferent. Student tragically dies. A bizarre reaction from a teacher to a student collapsing while standing as punishment has ignited controversy. The sudden death of a 16-year-old male student has become a hot topic across Chinese social media platforms. Reportedly, in Hebei, China, […]
BYD Targets Sales of 4 Million Units in 2024, Driven by Low-Cost Models China's BYD will have a production capacity of 4.2 million units in 2024 and a sales target of 4 million units, 30% higher than in 2023, China Daily reported on February 26, 2024...
US Congress Targets Chinese E-Commerce Giant Temu Over Forced Labor Allegations Chinese e-commerce platform Temu has become a controversial topic in the U.S. political arena over the issue of forced labor. Temu's sales events are garnering increasing attention, and some lawmakers are calling for the company to be regulated...
Critics Blame President Xi Jinping's Control Obsession for Struggles in Chinese Stock MarketChina and Hong Kong stock markets leak $1.5 trillion in January aloneXi Jinping’s obsession with control is the biggest problem, critics sayThe outlook suggests the potential for a rebound similar to JapanGoldman Sachs: “Active fiscal easing and economic adjustment to consumption are necessary” It’s not just the Chinese economy standing at a crossroads. The Chinese […]
China Condemns US Sanctions on Chinese Companies Supporting RussiaSix Chinese Companies Included in the U.S.’s SanctionsChina’s Ministry of Commerce, “We firmly oppose the disruption of trade order” China has objected to including several Chinese companies in sanctions imposed by the U.S. against companies supporting Russia. According to Reuters on the 26th, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce stated in a spokesperson’s statement, “China is […]
China Transforms Truffles from Pig Feed to Global Culinary TreasurePhoto=Image Today Truffles, often referred to as one of the world’s three most prized foods alongside caviar from armored sturgeon and foie gras from geese, were fed to pigs 30 years ago. On the 25th, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported, “According to the China Customs Administration, China exported 32.5 tons of frozen and […]
China Mourns Loss of Self-made Billionaire Founder Zong Qinghou, Dies at 79Self-made Chairman Zong Qinghou of Wahaha died at 79Once the wealthiest businessman in China“A first-generation entrepreneur after China’s reform and opening up” Zong Qinghou, the founder of China’s largest food and beverage company, Wahaha Group, died at the age of 79 on the 25th, according to China Daily. The memorial service will be held in […]
Samsung's Galaxy AI Sets New Standards: What to Expect from the S24 Series The competition for AI phones is growing, led by Samsung Electronics' Galaxy S24, and Chinese manufacturers and Apple are also entering the market. The AI phone market is expected to drive innovation in ICT and provide direct benefits of AI technology to consumers...
North Korea and China Strengthen Friendship at 2024 New Year's Banquet The North Korean Embassy in China organized a banquet for the 2024 New Year, the Rodong Sinmun reported on Wednesday. "Wang Dong-myong, vice chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress of China, and workers (cadres) from relevant departments including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, the External Liaison Department of the CPC Central Committee, the Central Military Commission, the Supreme People's Court, the Supreme People's Procuratorate, the Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the State Administration of Immigration, the People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, the Communist Youth League, and the All-China Women's Federation were invited to the banquet," the newspaper said on Feb. 25. "North Korean Ambassador to China Ri Ryong Nam and members of the embassy staff attended.
Legendary Dragon's Ancestor? 240-Million-Year-Old Reptile Resembling Mythical Creature Discovered in China A 240-million-year-old fossilized reptile, Dinochepalosaurus orientalis, has been discovered. It was 5 meters long and had a dragon-like neck. Adapted to forage in rock crevices under water. No other species similar to modern-day creatures...
What's Up with Chinese Live Streamers Taking Over Parking Lots?① Chinese Blocking Parking Spaces and Broadcasting Live Videos depicting Chinese individuals live-streaming on the streets have ignited discussions across social media platforms. These individuals were observed occupying parking spaces and maintaining approximately 3 feet of distance from one another as they conducted their live streams. Holding multiple sets of clothing, they were deeply immersed […]
North Korea-China Celebrate Air Transport Agreement Anniversary with Cultural Exchange Plans North Korea and China are expected to resume transportation, including air travel, and expand cultural exchanges as the two countries mark the Year of Friendship this year.The DPRK's Committee for Foreign Cultural Liaison and the General Administration of State Aviation jointly hosted a reception at the Okryugwan in Pyongyang on March 22 to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the signing of the DPRK-China Air Transport Agreement and the DPRK-China Cultural Cooperation Agreement. Seo Ho Won, chairman of the DPRK's Committee for Foreign Cultural Liaison, Park Kyong Chol, vice minister of culture, and Ri Young Sun, deputy director of the General Administration of Civil Aviation, attended the event, along with Chinese Ambassador to the DPRK Wang Yazhun, Chinese Ambassador to the DPRK Feng Chun Tai, and Chinese Counsellor Zhou Changting...
China's Complex Sentiments Towards Mexico: Balancing Act Between Trade Partner and Immigration Woes Hong Soondo, Beijing Correspondent, AsiaToday = China's love-hate relationship with Mexico has been analyzed as a love-hate relationship. This is because while Mexico has recently emerged as a staging ground for bypassed exports to the U.S., which has helped Beijing considerably, the U.S.-Mexico border is also a highly publicized conduit for illegal immigration of its own citizens to the U.S. Diplomatic sources in Beijing cited the 23rd as a distribution route for the drug fentanyl, which is plaguing the United States. The raw material for the drug, produced in China, enters the U.S. through Mexico. Moreover, the two countries have grown closer in recent years, with China actively utilizing Mexico as a staging ground for bypassing exports to the United States. As of last year, the value of Chinese goods exported to Mexico increased by a whopping 30 percent from the previous year. Industry insiders said that most Chinese goods are either further processed in factories across Mexico or "labeled" into finished products before being exported to the U.S. overland. The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which offers broad tariff reductions...
Volkswagen's New Flagship Sedan Set to Rival Mercedes and BMW New Volkswagen Spotted in GermanyFeaturing a Grand Sedan DesignPresumed Successor to the Phaeton Volkswagen, the leading German car manufacturer, has been spotted testing a new vehicle on the road. Initially, it was believed to be the successor to the Jetta. However, after seeing the larger-than-expected body, some speculate it could be the successor to the […]
Korean Film "Exhuma" Faces Backlash from Chinese Viewers Over Cultural Depictions Professor Seo Kyung Deok of Sungshin Women’s University addresses online criticism from China regarding the film “Exhuma.” Despite exceeding 8 million viewers and securing sales and releases in 133 countries, including Mongolia, the South Korean film “Exhuma” has recently faced criticism from Chinese social media users. A post on X (formerly Twitter) gained significant traction […]
SAAB: Once Volvo's Rival, Now Lost in History's Shadows, What Really Happened? The Swedish vehicle brand Volvo’s eternal rival It was once selected as the safest vehicle brand SAAB, a Swedish automaker, has always been mentioned together with the Volvo brand. Their history goes back to the days when they originally made fighter planes. They produced fighter planes until World War II, but after the war, they […]
GWM Unleashes the Mecha Dragon: Is This the Future of Electric Cars? GWM’s New “Mecha Dragon”A Shocking Design Worthy of Its NameHow Was the Reaction in China? The Chinese electric car market boasts the largest scale in the world. BYD, Xiaopeng, and thousands of other electric car manufacturers offer endless choices within China. Electric cars attract attention with their unconventional appearances. Recently, the electric car brand Ora, […]
Can Chinese Automaker GWM Compete with Rolls-Royce? China's Great Wall Motors has announced the launch of a luxury sedan and released renderings. The new luxury line will be codenamed ZX and will compete with the likes of Hongqi, Maybach, and Rolls-Royce. The plagiarism controversy that has been brewing for some time is still to be resolved...
Chinese Airlines to Increase U.S. Bound Flights to 50 Per Week Increasing from 35 flights to 50 per week.One-third of the pre-COVID level.The airline is gearing up for the surge in summer air travel demand. The United States has decided to increase the number of flights by Chinese airlines to 50 per week. According to CNBC on the 26th (local time), the US Department of Transportation […]
Groom Invited His 8 Ex-Girlfriends to Eat with Him at His Wedding A Chinese wedding story sparks debate as the groom invited 8 ex-girlfriends to his wedding + reasons why he invited them. A group of wedding guests in China drew the attention of other guests. Guests from the groom’s side at a wedding in Henan Province, China, captivated attention on Chinese social media platforms. Typically, the […]
A Teacher Remains Indifferent as a Student Collapses From Punishment A student suddenly collapses from punishment in class, but the teacher remains indifferent. Student tragically dies. A bizarre reaction from a teacher to a student collapsing while standing as punishment has ignited controversy. The sudden death of a 16-year-old male student has become a hot topic across Chinese social media platforms. Reportedly, in Hebei, China, […]
BYD Targets Sales of 4 Million Units in 2024, Driven by Low-Cost Models China's BYD will have a production capacity of 4.2 million units in 2024 and a sales target of 4 million units, 30% higher than in 2023, China Daily reported on February 26, 2024...
US Congress Targets Chinese E-Commerce Giant Temu Over Forced Labor Allegations Chinese e-commerce platform Temu has become a controversial topic in the U.S. political arena over the issue of forced labor. Temu's sales events are garnering increasing attention, and some lawmakers are calling for the company to be regulated...
Critics Blame President Xi Jinping's Control Obsession for Struggles in Chinese Stock Market China and Hong Kong stock markets leak $1.5 trillion in January aloneXi Jinping’s obsession with control is the biggest problem, critics sayThe outlook suggests the potential for a rebound similar to JapanGoldman Sachs: “Active fiscal easing and economic adjustment to consumption are necessary” It’s not just the Chinese economy standing at a crossroads. The Chinese […]
China Condemns US Sanctions on Chinese Companies Supporting Russia Six Chinese Companies Included in the U.S.’s SanctionsChina’s Ministry of Commerce, “We firmly oppose the disruption of trade order” China has objected to including several Chinese companies in sanctions imposed by the U.S. against companies supporting Russia. According to Reuters on the 26th, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce stated in a spokesperson’s statement, “China is […]
China Transforms Truffles from Pig Feed to Global Culinary Treasure Photo=Image Today Truffles, often referred to as one of the world’s three most prized foods alongside caviar from armored sturgeon and foie gras from geese, were fed to pigs 30 years ago. On the 25th, the South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported, “According to the China Customs Administration, China exported 32.5 tons of frozen and […]
China Mourns Loss of Self-made Billionaire Founder Zong Qinghou, Dies at 79 Self-made Chairman Zong Qinghou of Wahaha died at 79Once the wealthiest businessman in China“A first-generation entrepreneur after China’s reform and opening up” Zong Qinghou, the founder of China’s largest food and beverage company, Wahaha Group, died at the age of 79 on the 25th, according to China Daily. The memorial service will be held in […]
Samsung's Galaxy AI Sets New Standards: What to Expect from the S24 Series The competition for AI phones is growing, led by Samsung Electronics' Galaxy S24, and Chinese manufacturers and Apple are also entering the market. The AI phone market is expected to drive innovation in ICT and provide direct benefits of AI technology to consumers...
North Korea and China Strengthen Friendship at 2024 New Year's Banquet The North Korean Embassy in China organized a banquet for the 2024 New Year, the Rodong Sinmun reported on Wednesday. "Wang Dong-myong, vice chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress of China, and workers (cadres) from relevant departments including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China, the External Liaison Department of the CPC Central Committee, the Central Military Commission, the Supreme People's Court, the Supreme People's Procuratorate, the Ministry of National Defense, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Commerce, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the State Administration of Immigration, the People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, the Communist Youth League, and the All-China Women's Federation were invited to the banquet," the newspaper said on Feb. 25. "North Korean Ambassador to China Ri Ryong Nam and members of the embassy staff attended.
Legendary Dragon's Ancestor? 240-Million-Year-Old Reptile Resembling Mythical Creature Discovered in China A 240-million-year-old fossilized reptile, Dinochepalosaurus orientalis, has been discovered. It was 5 meters long and had a dragon-like neck. Adapted to forage in rock crevices under water. No other species similar to modern-day creatures...
What's Up with Chinese Live Streamers Taking Over Parking Lots? ① Chinese Blocking Parking Spaces and Broadcasting Live Videos depicting Chinese individuals live-streaming on the streets have ignited discussions across social media platforms. These individuals were observed occupying parking spaces and maintaining approximately 3 feet of distance from one another as they conducted their live streams. Holding multiple sets of clothing, they were deeply immersed […]
North Korea-China Celebrate Air Transport Agreement Anniversary with Cultural Exchange Plans North Korea and China are expected to resume transportation, including air travel, and expand cultural exchanges as the two countries mark the Year of Friendship this year.The DPRK's Committee for Foreign Cultural Liaison and the General Administration of State Aviation jointly hosted a reception at the Okryugwan in Pyongyang on March 22 to commemorate the 65th anniversary of the signing of the DPRK-China Air Transport Agreement and the DPRK-China Cultural Cooperation Agreement. Seo Ho Won, chairman of the DPRK's Committee for Foreign Cultural Liaison, Park Kyong Chol, vice minister of culture, and Ri Young Sun, deputy director of the General Administration of Civil Aviation, attended the event, along with Chinese Ambassador to the DPRK Wang Yazhun, Chinese Ambassador to the DPRK Feng Chun Tai, and Chinese Counsellor Zhou Changting...
China's Complex Sentiments Towards Mexico: Balancing Act Between Trade Partner and Immigration Woes Hong Soondo, Beijing Correspondent, AsiaToday = China's love-hate relationship with Mexico has been analyzed as a love-hate relationship. This is because while Mexico has recently emerged as a staging ground for bypassed exports to the U.S., which has helped Beijing considerably, the U.S.-Mexico border is also a highly publicized conduit for illegal immigration of its own citizens to the U.S. Diplomatic sources in Beijing cited the 23rd as a distribution route for the drug fentanyl, which is plaguing the United States. The raw material for the drug, produced in China, enters the U.S. through Mexico. Moreover, the two countries have grown closer in recent years, with China actively utilizing Mexico as a staging ground for bypassing exports to the United States. As of last year, the value of Chinese goods exported to Mexico increased by a whopping 30 percent from the previous year. Industry insiders said that most Chinese goods are either further processed in factories across Mexico or "labeled" into finished products before being exported to the U.S. overland. The U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which offers broad tariff reductions...
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