Punk-cute Labubu builds global emotional bridges, one grin at a time
When the same toothy little monster appears dangling on Rihanna’s purse and in David Beckham’s social media post, and its hashtag racks up over 1 billion views on TikTok, it’s…
Dialogue among civilizations gains momentum as global voices highlight shared values
As the world marked the first International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations on Thursday, calls for mutual respect, inclusive development and cultural exchange resonated from UN headquarters to tea ceremonies…
Remains of former senior Chinese legislator Ragdi cremated
Xi Jinping shakes hands with a family member of Ragdi to express deep condolences in Beijing, capital of China, June 12, 2025. The remains of Ragdi, former vice chairman of…
Pakistan: 57 licences issued to EV makers
Pakistan’s electric vehicle (EV) ecosystem is steadily gaining momentum under the Automotive Industry Development and Export Policy 2021-2026 and to date, 57 manufacturers have been granted licences for producing electric…
Chinese mainland’s largest ship leasing center hits 1,000-vessel mark
A signing ceremony was held Wednesday for the 1,000th vessel leased through the Dongjiang Free Trade Port Zone (DFTP) in the northern Chinese municipality of Tianjin. As the Chinese mainland’s…
More Chinese provinces extend marriage leave in family support push
China is rolling out extended marriage leave in at least 27 provincial-level regions as part of ongoing efforts to foster a more family-friendly society. The government of Sichuan Province, one…