China Highlights
Though He Has Hung Up His Uniform, His Original Aspiration Remains: Chen Jie of Aier Eye Hospital Honored as a National Advanced Individual in Veterans’ Services and Support
Recently, a ceremony honoring outstanding organizations and individuals for their work in supporting veterans was held in Beijing. Chen Jie, Party Branch Secretary and CEO of Wuzhou Aier Eye Hospital, was named an “Outstanding Individual in Veteran Services and Support.” The honor recognizes his dedication to supporting veterans and reflects his continued commitment to service after leaving military life.
Building Friendship Through Sport and Promoting Unity: The 4th Jiangxi Provincial Traditional Ethnic Sports Games Opens
The Fourth Jiangxi Provincial Traditional Sports Meet of Ethnic Minorities opened on the evening of October 20 at Ruichang Sports Park. The event uses sporting exchanges to strengthen friendship and unity among ethnic groups, and helps preserve traditional ethnic sports while promoting interaction, communication, and integration.
CBA: Xinjiang Men’s Basketball Team Wins Two Straight at Home
Xinjiang defeated Tianjin 107–92 at home in the second round of the CBA regular season, earning back-to-back home wins after narrowly beating Qingdao in the opener. The team made a steady start, adding another victory to its new-season tally and giving the home fans plenty to celebrate.
(Taiwan Photo) AI Boom Drives Closer Integration of Cross-Strait Supply Chains
The wave of artificial intelligence is driving supply chains on both sides of the Taiwan Strait to become more closely integrated. Deeper industrial collaboration is expected to leverage the strengths of both sides and create more opportunities for technological and industrial development.
Why China? The World Marvels at the Transformation | A River of Clear Water as Our Answer, China Seen in Jingchu’s New Look
The online-themed publicity campaign “Why China? A Transformation That Astonishes the World” recently opened in Yichang, showcasing Jingchu’s new look through a decade of efforts to protect the Yangtze River. With clear waters flowing east and the ecosystem improving, the region offers a vivid window into Chinese modernization.
Thrive by the Sea, Grow Strong Through Seeds: Hainan’s Development Speed Through the Lens of ASEAN Journalists
In the morning light, an excursion boat sounds its horn and sails away from the coast. In the distance, islands, coconut groves, beaches, and fishing boats form a vibrant island scene. The footage captures Hainan’s vitality and charm as it embraces ocean-oriented development.
Taiwan Affairs Office: Data show cross-Strait industrial and supply chains remain strong and stable.
Taiwan’s exports to the mainland rose 30.2% year on year in September this year, while imports from the mainland increased 59.1%, keeping economic and trade ties on a growth trajectory. The figures show that cross-strait industrial and supply chains remain robust, sending a positive signal for deeper cooperation and shared development.
Dance Drama “The Long Couplet: Daguan” Premieres in Kunming, Bringing the 180-Character “World’s Longest Couplet” to Life on Stage
The large-scale original dance drama *Long Couplet: Grand View* premiered in Kunming. Through dance, the sound of water, and Haicaiqiang folk singing, it brings to life the 180-character long couplet at the Grand View Pavilion, written by Sun Ranweng, vividly portraying the scenery of Dianchi Lake and Yunnan’s millennia-old history. Innovative staging breathes new life into traditional culture and offers audiences an immersive artistic experience.
Autumn Colors at the China–Russia Border Lake Go Viral, Turning Xingkai Lake’s Colorful Forests into a Must-Visit Destination for Travelers from Far and Wide
On October 21, autumn was in full swing at Xingkai Lake, which straddles the China-Russia border. The vast lake and colorful forests created a stunning scene, while the lakeside “viral tree hollow” entered its best viewing season. The beautiful scenery drew visitors from far and wide, adding a boost to local autumn tourism.
Hebei’s Huai’an: How “one sheep” grew into a whole industry chain—and a path to prosperity
Huai’an County in Hebei is expanding its sheep industry beyond livestock raising to encompass the entire value chain, exploring a development model in which “one sheep” drives “an entire industry chain.” As the chain continues to grow, it is expected to bring new momentum to local residents’ efforts to increase their incomes and prosper.
Taiwanese Youth Zhou Daixiang’s Unconventional Startup Journey in Nanning: From “Playing in the Mud” to “Playing with AI”
Taiwanese entrepreneur Zhou Daixiang started a business in Nanning, expanding from working with soil to exploring artificial intelligence and showcasing the vitality of cross-disciplinary innovation. His journey also highlights the new opportunities Nanning offers young Taiwanese people to put their creativity to work and embrace emerging industries.
Chinese team makes an innovative breakthrough in molecular-sieve catalysis, bringing new life to century-old carbonylation reactions.
A Chinese team has made an innovative breakthrough in molecular sieve catalysis, opening up new possibilities for carbonylation reactions, a field with a history of more than a century. The research could help address the reliance on precious metals, complex processes, and separation challenges associated with conventional methods, offering promising prospects for reducing costs and improving efficiency in the chemical industry.
Wang Shutao, a researcher at the Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, wins the top International Biomimetic Engineering Award.
Professor Wang Shutao, a researcher at the Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Professor Wilhelm Barthlott of the University of Bonn in Germany have jointly received the top honor of the 2026 International Bionic Engineering Award—the Outstanding Contribution Award. This international recognition highlights the important contributions of Chinese researchers to the field of bionic engineering and will inspire further research and innovation.
Yudu: A Single Thread Weaves a 100-Billion-Yuan Industry (A Look at the 72 Transformations of China’s Quality Products)
Starting with a single strand of yarn, Yudu has continued to extend its textile and apparel industry chain and promote industrial clustering. The industry’s growth has injected vitality into the local economy and created new opportunities for employment and county-level development.
Global Good News
Student Plays Truly Epic Birthday Prank on High School Principal Who Changed His Life (WATCH)
Students at Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe High School in Georgia pulled an epic birthday prank on Principal Bobby Davis, luring him from his office with a report of a cafeteria fight. The viral surprise celebrates a beloved educator who has made a lasting difference in a student’s life.
Texas Man Finds More Than $128,000 on Top of a Bank’s ATM–and Returns Every Dollar
A Texas man discovered a bag containing more than $128,000 on top of a bank ATM and immediately contacted police to return it. His honesty helped ensure the cash could be traced to a nearby Chick-fil-A and reunited with its rightful owner.
Tiny Black Cat Stuck in Car Engine Brings Unexpected Joy to Couple With Halloween Wedding Anniversary
A Sandy Springs teacher and her husband discovered a tiny black cat stuck in their car engine while heading to pick up cupcakes for her journalism students. The unexpected encounter brought extra joy as they celebrated their Halloween wedding anniversary.
Retired Couple Surprised With New HVAC System Worth $16k in a ‘Feel the Love’ Program That’s Aided 3100 Folks
Retired Oregon couple Diane and Brian Johnsen received a new $16,000 heating and cooling system at no cost, helping them face winter comfortably and with greater peace of mind. The gift came through the “Feel the Love” program, which has helped 3,100 people.
Village Installs Knitted Traffic Cops to Slow Down Speeding Drivers
Residents of Fillongley, Warwickshire, have installed knitted speed cameras and life-sized mannequins dressed as traffic officers to encourage drivers to slow down. Created by the local Knit and Natter group, the cheerful roadside figures offer a creative way to help reduce speeding and prevent accidents.
Mozambique Protects the ‘Butterfly Forest’ of Mount Mabu, Home to 200 Species
Mozambique has designated 23,000 acres of Mount Mabu as a community conservation area, protecting one of southern Africa’s wettest forests. The measure will help preserve the “butterfly forest” and its more than 200 butterfly species, safeguarding a remarkable natural habitat for the future.
What went right this week: the good news that matters
This week’s good news includes a sharply falling poverty rate in Indonesia, the opening of America’s largest wildlife bridge, and a promising new era for the River Thames. Together, these developments show progress for communities, wildlife, and the environment.
The ‘in awe’ artist painting a wilder Britain
Rebecca Howard’s paintings celebrate a wilder Britain taking shape through nine projects restoring nature. Her exhibition offers an uplifting look at efforts to bring the natural world back to life.
10-Year-Old Dog Found After a Month Lost in Yellowstone
Luna, a 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier, was happily reunited with her owners after surviving more than a month alone in Yellowstone National Park. The reunion brought a joyful ending to a frightening ordeal and showed the determination of a much-loved dog.
Wildlife photographer of the year 2026, the winning images
The 2026 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition received a record-breaking number of entries, showing growing enthusiasm for celebrating the natural world. Its winning images showcase the talent of wildlife photographers and the beauty of wildlife.
Gen Z Is Rescuing Millions in Medical Supplies
Gen Z-led efforts are rescuing surplus medical supplies before they expire, including about 30,000 pounds of N95 masks and hot-and-cold packs from an OhioHealth facility. The supplies, worth an estimated $250,000, can instead help people who need them rather than go to waste.
Brazil Ends Long Tradition of 6-Day Workweek via Constitutional Amendment
Brazil’s Senate voted 75–1 in favor of a constitutional amendment ending the country’s long-standing six-day workweek tradition. The change marks a significant step toward more time for rest and life beyond work for Brazilian employees.
Scientists Discover a Simple, Low-Energy Way to Recycle Acrylic Glass into Brand-New Material
ETH Zurich researchers have developed a practical, low-energy method to break acrylic glass (Plexiglas) almost entirely into its original building blocks. The process could make affordable, high-quality recycling possible, helping turn common products like windows and car taillights into new material instead of waste.