National

Navy Chief Urges Joint Action on Indian Ocean Threats at Goa Conclave


At the 5th Goa Maritime Conclave in Panaji, Dinesh K Tripathi called for stronger regional cooperation to tackle piracy, trafficking, and IUU fishing across the Indian Ocean.

International

South Korea, China to Discuss Lifting Decade-Long Ban on K-Pop and K-Dramas


South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has confirmed that Seoul and Beijing will begin working-level consultations on Chinaโ€™s long-standing unofficial restrictions on Korean cultural content, marking a possible thaw in cultural relations between the two nations.

International

China Shocker: Former Haikou Mayor Sentenced to Death After Discovery of Massive Illegal Wealth


In one of Chinaโ€™s most shocking corruption cases, a former mayor of Haikou has been sentenced to death after authorities uncovered an extraordinary cache of illegal assets, including 23 tons of cash and 13.5 tons of gold, linked to bribes from government contracts and land deals.

Special Occasion

Itโ€™s 11.11: Singlesโ€™ Day 2025


November 11 isnโ€™t just another date โ€” itโ€™s a global celebration of self, love, and shopping. From Chinaโ€™s Singlesโ€™ Day to South Koreaโ€™s Pepero Day, the world turns its attention to 11.11, a day that unites culture, connection, and commerce in creative ways.

Entertainment

Pop Martโ€™s Labubu Craze Fuels Global Expansion as Brand Eyes $2.78B Revenue


Pop Mart, the Chinese collectibles powerhouse behind the viral Labubu doll, is evolving into a global cultural brand. With nearly 400% net profit growth and rapid expansion across the U.S., Middle East, and Latin America, CEO Wang Ning projects $2.78 billion in revenue by 2025. The company is also branching into entertainment, exploring films, theme parks, and more.