China Highlights
Longzi, Tibet: “Cloud Clinic” Online 24/7, Doctors Supporting Tibet Safeguard Plateau Health
The “Cloud Clinic” in Longzi County, Tibet, operates year-round and is available 24/7, providing local residents with remote medical consultations and imaging consultations. For nearly four years, Dr. Wang Ping, a doctor supporting Tibet, has leveraged an online platform to connect people with professional medical resources, safeguarding the health of people of all ethnic groups across mountains and seas. This has made access to healthcare more convenient in the plateau region and demonstrated the responsibility and dedication of doctors aiding Tibet.
The Second Children’s Voices Salute Heroes Library Magical Night Opens in Fuzhou
“Heroes Come and Go, Reading Beauty by Night”—the Second “Children’s Voices Singing the Praises of Heroes” Magical Library Night opened at the Fuzhou Children’s Library. The event combined children’s storytelling of heroic tales, red-themed reading, and interactive experiences, attracting many children and parents and bringing them an educational and enjoyable night of reading.
The world’s first pterosaur museum opens in Hami, Xinjiang.
The world’s first pterosaur museum—the Hami Pterosaur Museum—opened on September 13 in Hami, Xinjiang, alongside the unveiling of the Xinjiang Hami Pterosaur–Yadan National Geopark. The two projects will further showcase the area’s precious paleontological fossils and geological landscapes, promoting science education and the development of cultural tourism.
The China-Russia Fishing Competition, “Making Friends Through Fishing,” Promotes Cultural and Sports Exchanges
The second “Unaj Birch Town Cup” China-Russia Fishing Competition and Cold-Region Lobster Food Tasting Event was held in Xunke County, Heilongjiang. Chinese and Russian contestants gathered through fishing to make friends and hone their skills, showcasing the appeal of fishing while promoting cultural and sports exchanges and people-to-people friendship between the two countries.
Chinese serow reappears in Guangxi Huaping National Nature Reserve
Recently, monitoring personnel at the Guangxi Huaping National Nature Reserve once again captured footage of a Chinese serow, a nationally protected Class II animal. This is the first time in two years that the reserve has recorded this rare species. The discovery demonstrates the positive results of local ecological conservation and biodiversity restoration.
Pinghu, Jiaxing Hosts Zhejiang-Taiwan Baseball and Softball Exchange, with Most Players Being Young Taiwanese
Pinghu, Jiaxing, Zhejiang, hosted a Zhejiang-Taiwan baseball and softball exchange event, with most of the participants being young people from Taiwan. Xujiadai Village’s rural baseball field, built to international standards, boasts comprehensive facilities and an excellent experience, providing a strong platform for young people from both sides of the Taiwan Strait to interact and experience the vitality of rural development.
Overseas Chinese Businesspeople Participate in CIFTIS: Expanding into Emerging Markets and Promoting Connectivity
The 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services is being held in Beijing. Overseas Chinese businesspeople say that the fair provides an important platform for expanding into emerging markets and finding partners. Through exchanges in trade in services, they will further promote connectivity and inject new momentum into global trade in services.
(90th Anniversary of the Victory of the Long March) The “Cradle of the Republic” Spreads Its Wings, and Ruijin “Soars” into a New World
As the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March approaches, Ruijin in Jiangxi, known as the “cradle of the Republic,” is brimming with new vitality. Seizing development opportunities, Ruijin is spreading its wings and soaring toward a broader new frontier.
Fujian’s Lianjiang: A Colorful and Spectacular “Ocean Ranch”
On September 13, the “marine ranch” in the waters off Lianjiang, Fujian, presented a vibrant and spectacular scene. The beautiful marine ecological landscape showcased the vitality of local marine resource development and ecological conservation efforts, adding color to coastal development.
The Anhui Provincial Huangmei Opera Theater Wins Over Taipei Audiences
The Anhui Huangmei Opera Theater delivered a spectacular performance of *The Heavenly Match* at Taipei’s Wenshan Theater, winning the audience’s affection with its classic melodies. Actors and audience members sang together, creating a lively atmosphere that showcased the unique charm of Huangmei opera and promoted cultural exchange across the Taiwan Strait.
2026 Hockey Junior Asia Cup: India Wins Both the Men’s and Women’s Titles
The 2026 Hockey Junior Asia Cup concluded in Hulunbuir on the 13th, with India sweeping both the men’s and women’s titles after 10 days and 60 matches. The Chinese men’s and women’s teams both successfully qualified for the 2027 Hockey Junior World Cup, securing valuable international exposure and opportunities for growth for their young players.
“Two Parks, One River” Western Beijing Rafting Festival Links Three Districts
The “Two Parks, One River” Western Beijing Rafting Festival kicked off again on September 13, expanding from a single water area in Shougang Park to a coordinated event spanning the three districts of Shijingshan, Fengtai, and Mentougou. The event has also expanded from professional racing to public water-based activities, offering residents a wider range of leisure options and further invigorating the region’s cultural tourism.
Moments in Time: “Planting” This Green! Xi Jinping and Other BRICS Leaders Plant Trees Together
On September 12 local time, the leaders of the BRICS countries planted a tree together in New Delhi, demonstrating their shared desire to jointly address climate change and build a green homeland. President Xi Jinping has planted trees with foreign heads of state and political leaders on numerous occasions, sending a positive signal about advancing the development of an ecological civilization and promoting international cooperation.
Zhangzhou, Fujian, Holds Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day Celebration for Taiwan Compatriots and Their Relatives
Zhangzhou, Fujian, hosted the “Overseas Letters Connecting Both Sides of the Strait: Families and Nation Reunited” event for Taiwan compatriots and their relatives to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day. Nearly 30 Taiwan compatriots in Zhangzhou and representatives of cross-Strait marriage families attended. Through joint celebrations and interactive exchanges, the event strengthened cross-Strait family ties and emotional bonds, promoting mutual understanding and affinity.
WTT Macao Championships: Truls Möregårdh and Miwa Harimoto win the men’s and women’s singles titles, respectively.
The WTT Macau Champions finals were held in Macau on the evening of the 13th, with Sweden’s Truls Möregårdh and Japan’s Miwa Harimoto winning the men’s and women’s singles titles, respectively. The event concluded in spectacular fashion, showcasing the outstanding competitive level of the new generation in world table tennis and bringing a high-level sporting event to Macau.
Global Good News
Hotel Staff Give Girl’s Lost Plushie the VIP Treatment Before Sending Her Home with a Note (LOOK)
Four Seasons Taormina staff went above and beyond after Julia accidentally left behind Rosie, her beloved childhood stuffed animal. They carefully cared for the plushie and returned it with a sweet note, turning a stressful loss into a heartwarming reminder of exceptional kindness and hospitality.
Homeless Guy Got Famous Playing Amazing Piano in a Church–Now He’s Raised $50K for Charity
After a decade of homelessness, Rhys Wynne-Jones’s beautiful piano performance at an English church went viral and transformed his life. Two years later, he has raised $50,000 for charity, turning his newfound recognition into meaningful help for others.
In pictures: 10 years of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards celebrate their 10th anniversary with a new immersive experience in London this autumn. The exhibition will bring a decade of hilarious and heartwarming wildlife images to life, offering visitors an uplifting way to appreciate animals and photography.
Kenyan Startup Makes Robotic Hands That Translate Teacher’s Voice into Signs for Deaf Students
A Kenyan entrepreneur has developed a robotic hand that converts teachers’ spoken words into sign language, helping make lessons more accessible for deaf and hearing-impaired students. The innovation could support education for thousands of children, especially in a country without a standardized sign language.
A Hungry Cleaning Lady Bit into an Apple and Solved the Case of Legendary Diamond Heist
A hungry cleaning lady’s bite into an apple helped solve the legendary disappearance of the Grand Condé diamond nearly a century ago. Thanks to this unexpected discovery, the historic gemstone has survived and can continue delighting the public in exhibitions, including an upcoming show at Château de Chantilly near Paris.
91-yo ‘Greybeard’ Becomes Oldest Person to Hike Appalachian Trail After 359 Days and 71 Falls
At 91, a Kentucky-born hiker known as “Greybeard” has become the oldest person to complete the Appalachian Trail. After 359 days and 71 falls, his achievement highlights remarkable perseverance and proves that determination can overcome daunting challenges at any age.
Indie Comic Creator Sells Out Thanks to Viral Visit from Reviewer Who Stopped When Others Didn’t
An independent comic creator’s career received a major boost after a reviewer’s viral convention visit brought widespread attention to his work. With around 40,000 TikTok followers and a passion for sharing his comics, the creator sold out—showing how social media can help talented artists connect with enthusiastic new audiences.
‘My life-changing career break happened because I was wearing a secondhand coat’
Actor Richard E. Grant says a secondhand coat bought in a charity shop helped lead to his life-changing career breakthrough. Now, he is fronting a campaign encouraging people to discover the value and possibilities of secondhand shopping.
The ‘National Park’ That Stretches From Coast to Coast
Doug Tallamy’s 10-acre Pennsylvania property shows how restoring native habitats can bring wildlife back: wood thrushes now nest there, and rare Luna moths have reached record numbers. His work highlights the encouraging potential for connected, community-driven “national parks” across the country to strengthen biodiversity.
Former Poachers Are Protecting One of Nigeria’s Last Rainforests
Former poachers in Nigeria are turning their deep knowledge of wildlife and the rainforest into conservation skills. Their transformation offers hope for protecting one of the country’s last rainforests while creating a more sustainable future for local communities.
The Goat-Cow Is Spain’s Wildfire-Fighting Secret Weapon
In Galicia, Spain, fast-growing vegetation can become dangerous fuel for wildfires during the dry summer months. Innovative grazing by goats and cows helps naturally clear this growth, offering an environmentally friendly and hopeful way to reduce fire risks while supporting local communities.
Elephants Can Think Before They Act and Resist Impulsive Behavior, Shows Study
New research at Thailand’s National Elephant Institute shows that Asian elephants can pause, control impulses, and choose rational actions to solve problems. The findings add to growing evidence of elephants’ sophisticated intelligence and highlight their remarkable cognitive abilities.