As a Beijing-based skier with a decade of experience, Zhang Zhizhi used to make an annual winter ski trip with his family to Niseko, Hokkaido in Japan. This year, however, flight disruptions made him hesitate when booking accommodations.

The General Administration of Sport of China (GASC) on Thursday released a circular on the measures for further promoting reform and development of basketball in the country, stressing that advancing basketball reform is essential to building China into a leading sporting nation and to addressing long-standing issues in the sector.

Two Chinese dancers are taking prominent roles in the Norwegian National Ballet's traditional Christmas production of "The Nutcracker." Last Saturday, Chinese dancer Dingkai Bai, a member of the Norwegian National Ballet, performed as the Nutcracker Prince, while Raymond Bai, a student at the Norwegian National Ballet School, portrayed Fritz, Clara's younger brother -- with Clara being the young girl whose Christmas Eve dream lies at the heart of the story.

Perched on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau, a stone has captivated scholars by reshaping the narrative of early Chinese history. The Garitang Keshi, which can be translated as “Garitang Engraved Stone,” has been identified as an authentic relic of the Qin Dynasty (221BC-206BC). It records an imperial mission by Emperor Qinshihuang, who unified China for the first time, to seek the elixir of life from the mythical Kunlun Mountains. Scholars highlight the stone as a geographic anchor that places the legendary “Kunlun” near the source region of the Yellow River, making it irrefutable proof of the exchanges between the Central Plains and the plateau over 2,200 years ago. This series will illuminate how this stone embodies the interconnected nature of Chinese culture shaped by ethnic exchanges, decode the multidisciplinary science behind the find, and explore the evolving legend of the Kunlun myth. The is the first installment of the trilogy.

A Chinese research team has used advanced scientific techniques to analyze foil artifacts dating to the 6th to 3rd centuries BC unearthed in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, revealing the hidden picture of raw-material circulation, craftsmanship characteristics, and cultural exchange behind these precious artifacts.

Guo Quanshui celebrated his 70th birthday at the Xuebaoshan Nature Reserve in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.

On Tuesday, the Shanghai-based linguistic journal ­Yaowen Jiaozi, which has pioneered the tradition of selecting annual buzzwords in China since 2008, announced the Top Ten Buzzwords of 2025. "Renxing," meaning "resilience," topped the list.

As winter sets in, some theme parks in China have rolled out a host of adjustments to entice visitors amid the cold weather. But challenges lie ahead, as the 2025 China Theme Park Competitiveness ­Evaluation Report, released at a seminar held recently in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, shows that in 2025, the industry has yet to see a clear rebound, with visitor numbers continuing the slight decline seen in 2024.

Archaeologists have excavated 45 tombs with burial dates spanning from the Warring States Period (475BC-221BC) to the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) in Sanmenxia city, Central China's Henan Province. The new discovery provides valuable material for studying the funeral customs of those periods, an expert with the Sanmenxia Yangshao Culture Research Center told the Global Times on Tuesday.

Towering like a pagoda, with scale-like leaves and roots gripping rocks, this tree stands upright on steep cliffs.

Following the Cunchao (Village Super League) in Southwest China's Guizhou Province and the Suchao (Jiangsu Football City League) in East China's Jiangsu Province, Heilongjiang Province in Northeast China will host the inaugural ice-and-snow sports super league (Bingchao), according to the Heilongjiang Provincial Sports Bureau.

In the opening round of the 2025 UK Championship, Chinese players Ding Junhui and Zhao Xintong defeat their respective opponents to reach to the last 16 on Monday. Ronnie "The Rocket" O'Sullivan of the UK is set to take on China's Zhou Yuelong in the first round of the main draw on Tuesday evening, with a spot in the last 16 for grabs.

Archaeologists in Beijing on Monday announced important discoveries in the recent excavation of the Jiankou section of the Great Wall, where a large cannon has been unearthed.

When two brothers long separated by time and circumstance were finally reunited, they uncovered a family secret that had been buried for years: their mother had died of AIDS and the elder of the two brothers had been born with the virus, but the younger, born after the introduction of preventive measures, had grown up healthy.

Archaeological work at the Jiankou sections of the Great Wall has concluded with groundbreaking findings, including the discovery of a large-caliber cannon from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and storage rooms used by frontier garrison troops. These findings have provided new physical evidence for studying the wall's military history and the technological exchange between China and the West, experts from the Beijing Institute of Archaeology announced at a press conference held at the Old Summer Palace, or "Yuanmingyuan," on Monday.

As 2025 approaches its end, one film has reignited the country's theatrical momentum: Disney's Zootopia 2. What began as a highly anticipated sequel has rapidly evolved into a box-office hit. It has received a rating of 8.5/10 on Chinese review platform Douban.

National Highway 334 stretches like a flowing ribbon, winding through the Tianfozhi Mountains on the eastern slope of Changbai Mountain in Northeast China's Jilin Province. Higher up the mountains, dense forests of red pine and Mongolian oak thrive, creating a natural habitat for matsutake mushrooms.

As dawn breaks, a crisp, damp breeze drifts through the Temple of Heaven Park in Beijing. Professional bird photographer Xin Mu weaves among a grove of pagoda trees by the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests in the park, before setting his telescope lightly on the railing as he scans the treetops for movement.

The final stop of this season's ISU Short Track Speed Skating World Tour came to an end on Sunday night in Dordrecht, the Netherlands, with the Chinese team clinching the silver medal in both the men's 1,000 meters and men's 5,000-meter relay on the closing day. Team China finished the stop with two silvers and one bronze.

"Blue Planet Outside the Window" or "SHENZHOU 13," China's first space documentary filmed in space, was screened here on Sunday, showcasing the wonders of aerospace technology.

The exhibition "Civilization of the Qin and Han Dynasties - The First Chinese Emperor's Terracotta Warriors" opened Thursday in Budapest, bringing rare Chinese archaeological treasures to the heart of Central Europe.

At the recent launch ceremony for the Week of Chinese and Russian Literature 2025 and China-Russia Writers Dialogue Conference in Beijing, Dmitry Bak, director of the V.I. Dahl State Museum of Russian Literary History (State Literary Museum) told the Global Times that he appreciated his Chinese library colleagues' professionalism, responsibility, and deep appreciation for Leo Tolstoy's heritage, saying the collaboration was "truly creative."

Picture a city where every airport lounge, subway station, and even the corner bank lobby features shelves lined with books - spaces where teenagers, seniors, and commuters pause to read, not just scroll. Imagine traveling on a high-speed train, and instead of defaulting to a mobile phone, travelers borrow a book for the journey, enjoying moments of quiet focus amid the digital noise. This is not a Utopian vision, but a future that China's new national reading promotion regulation (draft) aims to bring within reach.

The 2025 Shanghai Marathon kicked off on Sunday morning at the Bund Bull in Shanghai, where 23,000 runners from around the world began their journey through the city's landmark streets at 7 am.

Over the weekend, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde did something big in ­China as the film starring them, Zootopia 2, is breaking box-office records.

Despite China's loss to South Korea in Friday's World Cup Asian qualifier contest, point guard Liao Sanning emerged as a rare bright spot.

The ITTF Mixed Team World Cup 2025 opened Sunday in Chengdu, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, marking the first edition of the tournament since the mixed team event was confirmed for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

In a groundbreaking analysis of 413 early Jurassic theropod footprints unearthed in Southwest China's Sichuan Province, scientists have unlocked unprecedented insights into the behaviors and agile movements of these ancient carnivores, reshaping people's view of prehistoric life.

The epic dance drama Tiangong Kaiwu premiered to an enthusiastic reception on Friday evening at Athens' Christmas Theater, the Greek capital's largest indoor venue.

Exhibition themed on various music cultures along ancient Silk Road held in Guangzhou

On a brisk early Wednesday night in Beijing, a long line stretched along a street in Chaoyang district. Despite the chill of early winter, people still waited patiently for a chance to taste the now-viral "Little Guangdong Fierce-Fire Fried Rice" at a small shop in the Tuanjiehu neighborhood. Two cooks stood behind roaring flames, tossing rice or noodles and shredded pancakes in searing-hot woks up in the air. For many, the wait has become part of the experience.

Instead of saying “Nihao” (literally Hello in Chinese), people in East China's Fujian Province often break the ice with strangers by offering them a cup of tea. This welcoming-tea gesture is sometimes an invitation to sample a mellow black tea with a hint of sweetness, or the brisk and aromatic Chinese oolong teas with unique names like “Tieguanyin,” a premium variety of Chinese oolong tea, or “Shuixian,” a variety from the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian. Beyond tea ceremonies, Fujian people's hospitality shows in many other ways. A friendly greeting like “Ah Mei” (literally younger sister) instantly makes an outsider feel a sense of belonging.

The Chinese national basketball team kicked off its campaign for the 2027 FIBA World Cup with a home defeat of 80-76 in Beijing to arch-rivals South Korea on Friday.

A Chinese culture night featuring food, music and Mandarin activities was held on Wednesday at the Chinese Embassy in Kuwait. The event brought together cultural displays, culinary stations, and language-themed performances, offering local audiences an immersive experience of both traditional and contemporary Chinese culture.

This photo taken on Nov. 26, 2025 shows a view of Metroteka, an underground library recently opened at Kondratowicza metro station, in Warsaw, Poland.

Alejandra Frausto Guerrero, Mexico City's tourism secretary and former cultural minister of Mexico, has been promoting the city's travel scheme for Chinese tourists in Guangzhou, Hangzhou, and Shanghai during her recent trip to China.

The Instituto Cervantes in Beijing ­inaugurated an exhibition titled ­Crossroads: An encounter between artists and collectors from China and Spain, which brings together more than 40 Spanish and Chinese artists, whose works are part of important private ­collections promoted by women in Spain and China, on November 21.

Wu Bin, former chairman of the Technical Committee of the International Wushu Federation, was awarded the Order of Friendship by Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was represented by the Governor of the Vologda Region Georgy Filimonov‌.

On Wednesday, Leonz Eder, president of the International University Sports Federation (FISU), officially announced that Changchun in Northeast China's Jilin Province had successfully won the bid to host the 33rd Winter World University Games in 2027.

Featuring cultural heritage experts from more than 20 countries across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Oceania, the 2nd General Assembly of the Alliance for Cultural Heritage in Asia (ACHA) opened on Thursday in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.

On the night of November 19, China's 15th National Games featured an exciting women's high jump showdown. Shao Yuqi, a standout from Central China's Hubei Province, cleared 1.90 meters with remarkable consistency to claim the gold medal.

At the restaurant inside the Yinxu Museum in Anyang, Central China's Henan Province, bowls of “oracle bone script noodles” have become an unlikely cultural sensation. Each noodle carries edible cuttlefish-ink characters, phrases such as “great fortune” or “peace and wellbeing” that remain intact after cooking, offering visitors a playful encounter with China's earliest writing system.

A groundbreaking genetic study of China's Shimao Ruins, an important prehistoric site located in Northwest China's Shaanxi Province, has provided definitive evidence that the core population of the Shimao culture descended from late Yangshao communities in northern Shaanxi Province, reinforcing the theory of China's civilization having evolved continuously on its own soil, experts announced at a press conference held by the National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) on Thursday.

Chinese researchers have identified a new species of horned toad, the Boulenophrys yangchunensis, in south China's Guangdong Province. Their findings were published in the international taxonomic journal Herpetozoa on Monday.

China's consumption landscape is being reshaped by a new trend -- the pursuit of emotional fulfillment. As the country seeks to expand domestic demand, emotion-driven spending is becoming a core force in unlocking China's consumer potential.

The flame for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics was kindled on Wednesday in Olympia, Greece, with the traditional ceremony moved indoors due to unfavorable weather. Instead of the outdoor archaeological site of Ancient Olympia, the ritual took place inside the nearby Archaeological Museum of Olympia, according to CCTV Sports News.

As long as the procedures are standardized and the materials suitable, a single restoration of an ancient book can preserve it securely for as long as 200 years said an inheritor of the national intangible cultural heritage of ancient book restoration.

While many variety shows feel scripted and sanitized, China's viral wilderness survival challenge in Zhangjiajie, Central China's Hunan Province, has recently struck a nerve. Armed with nothing but some basic survival supplies such as a little salt and their wits, 13 contestants are pitched against the natural environment in the dramatic landscape of Qixing Mountain in the Zhangjiajie scenic area, with millions of viewers enthralled by every hardship and triumph. The on-going final competition that kicked off on Monday, broadcast in real time through livestreams and short videos, promises “no script” – just raw, unscripted reality as ordinary people forage for food, build shelters, and push the limits of endurance. The public's fascination is understandable: In a society where daily life can feel routine and predictable, watching someone wrestle with nature offers both vicarious thrill and a refreshing dose of authenticity.

Two newly discovered bronze artifacts unearthed from the Gouwan site in Xichuan county, Central China's Henan Province, have been scientifically dated to around 4,500 years ago, making them the earliest-known bronze finds in the Yangtze River Basin.

China's continuously optimized visa waiver policies have delivered significant results, fueling surge in international travel and strengthening people-to-people exchanges with the rest of the world.

Actresses perform during the rehearsal of the Olympic flame lighting ceremony for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Ancient Olympia, Greece, on Nov. 25, 2025.

An exhibitor showcases Arabian incense at the "Scent Arabia" exhibition in Manama, Bahrain, Nov. 25, 2025. The "Scent Arabia" exhibition opened at Exhibition World Bahrain in Manama, Bahrain on Tuesday, featuring over 100 brands from the Gulf countries and worldwide, including perfumes, home fragrances and Arabian incense. The event is scheduled to run through Nov. 29.

This drone photo taken on Nov. 6, 2025 shows tourists viewing the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge at the nearby Yundu service area in southwest China's Guizhou Province. The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, soaring 625 meters above the Beipan River in Guizhou's mountainous terrain, is the world's highest bridge. The nearby Yundu service area features a comprehensive complex that integrates bridge viewing, sports experiences and other tourism services.

Chinese archaeologists have released the first official findings from an excavation of the Dongshantou site in North China's Hebei Province, a breakthrough that adds fresh evidence to the study of the prehistoric Hongshan Culture.

On Tuesday, China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism unveiled the mascot for the 2026 "Happy Chinese New Year" global celebration - the auspicious horse. The mascot and its related cultural and creative products will be widely used throughout the 2026 festivities, bringing new highlights to Spring Festival celebrations around the world.

Charles-Emmanuel Dewees from France still vividly remembers the thrill he felt more than a decade ago when he unwittingly followed a young man with a mysterious ring into the world of the Chinese web novel Coiling Dragon. It was his first encounter with concepts like elixirs, magical artifacts, and the mastery of the Five Elements to achieve personal breakthroughs. For Dewees, it was like unearthing a hidden treasure - a brand-new world slowly unfolding before his eyes.

The One-Yuan Theater phenomenon is not just a clever subsidy trick; it is one of the most radical and successful experiments in culture the world has seen in decades.

When the International Olympic Committee (IOC) awarded its Coaches Lifetime Achievement Award to Chinese volleyball legend Lang Ping, the honor was more than a personal career summit.

The number of bird species at Qionghai Lake in the city of Xichang in southwest China's Sichuan Province has reached a record high of 310 this year, with a growing number of migratory birds becoming permanent residents thanks to improved ecological conditions, local authorities said on Sunday.

Charity shops scattered along the streets of Stoke-on-Trent display stacks of plates painted with delicate willows, arching bridges, and Chinese-style pavilions. For many locals, these motifs borrowed from traditional Chinese paintings are as familiar as the smell of kiln smoke that once hung over the town.

The Chinese short track speed skating team closed out the third stop of the ISU World Tour with only two silver medals, a result that has raised fresh concerns about China's readiness ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics.

As 2025 draws to a close, China's film industry is gearing up for the New Year film season. Spanning from late November to December 31, this 34-day window is not just a celebration of cinema but a decisive battleground for the annual box office, which has already exceeded 46.2 billion yuan ($6.5 billion) so far this year. With nearly 40 films confirmed for release, the market is poised to surpass an ambitious 50 billion yuan target.

Chinese rookie Yang Hansen recorded several personal milestones on Saturday night despite the Portland Trail Blazers' 95-122 blowout loss, marking what many Chinese fans called a "small highlight" in his young NBA career.

China's intangible cultural heritage (ICH) is undergoing a transformation. Instead of being simply preserved in glass cases or staged demonstrations, it is becoming increasingly woven into youth culture and everyday consumption.

An emotional Wu Lei burst into tears at the Suoyuwan Stadium in Dalian on Saturday, as his club Shanghai Port won the Chinese Super League (CSL) title by collecting 66 points after completing 30 games. The star forward was beleaguered this season due to injury, playing only six games this season and making only one goal.

Chinese and Thai archaeologists have determined that the black-and-white glass beads designed to imitate banded agate, unearthed at the 2,000-year-old Phromthin Tai site in central Thailand were produced using a combination of the winding and drawing techniques.

As China enters Minor Snow, or Xiaoxue, the 20th solar term of the traditional Chinese calendar, the early winter chill is being met with rising enthusiasm as well as the major FIS World Cup China season for ice-and-snow tourism across the country. From Northeast China to the capital region, major winter destinations are launching a new snow season with international sports events upgraded facilities, expanded events and ambitious tourism goals, signaling the start of what officials and industry watchers expect to be a robust year for winter sports and cultural tourism.

Focusing on exploring elements such as old walls, gates, moats, and traditional residences in China's old cities, a special operation has recently been deployed nationwide with the aim of creating archives for the cultural heritage in China's old cities.

The popularity of mascots “Xiyangyang” and “Lerongrong” from China's 15th National Games and National Para Games remains high after the event. Tourists and citizens purchased mascot-themed cultural and creative products in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province on November 23. Photo: VCG

The Global Panda Partners Conference 2025 convened in Chengdu, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, on Friday, showcasing China's latest achievements in giant panda conservation and positioning the species as a symbol of both ecological progress and international cooperation.

"China is my second hometown, and Chinese friends are my cherished family - I will always support one China." On Tuesday, Japanese singer MARiA, who has been developing her career in China, posted these words on her personal Sina Weibo account, which quickly became a trending topic on the social media platform. At a time when Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks regarding China's Taiwan are causing escalating tension in China-Japan relations, MARiA's statement drew intense attention online both in China and Japan, with some extreme voices in Japan attacking her online.

Guests and children attend an event themed "Step up for Climate, Light up Children's Future," held to mark World Children's Day, in Beijing, capital of China, Nov. 20, 2025.

Morning mist clings to the dense forests of Jiulong Mountain, wrapping around peaks that rise like a phoenix spreading its wings. Nestled in this rugged embrace, an ancient village cascades up the slopes of the mountain as if it had grown straight from the earth, contributing to a seamless blend of humanity and nature.

With a bundle slung over her shoulder and twirling an umbrella, the performer moves with light, effortless steps, embodying a readiness to depart at a moment's notice. This sequence of fluid movements represents conventions deeply ingrained in the artistry of 79-year-old Sanjiao Opera veteran He Yufeng. On stage, a subtle tap of her umbrella tip seamlessly integrates her gaze, gestures, posture, singing, recitation and expression.

A vast country with more than 5,000 years of history, China is rich in cultural, geographical and regional diversity. To experience this firsthand, I embarked earlier this year on a solo "journey to the West" by train, traveling from Shanghai to Xinjiang, covering over 3,000 kilometers, 19 days and seven places. Except for Shanghai, which I had previously visited several times, all the other places I explored on this journey were entirely new to me.

Amid the deafening cheers at the near-capacity Guangdong Olympic Center Stadium, China's star sprinter Su Bingtian ran the final race of his career on Thursday.

On November 19, the Embassy of the Republic of Italy in China hosted “Marche meets China,” a cooking show featuring Michelin-starred Chef from Italy Enrico Mazzaroni, as part of its 10th edition of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World, which took place in Beijing between November 17 to 23. Massimo Ambrosetti, Italian Ambassador to China, told the Global Times that the uniqueness of both Chinese cuisine and Italian cuisine is that they are examples of two great civilizations.

The Embassy of Spain in China and the Central Academy of Fine Arts (CAFA) Art Museum jointly inaugurated Off-camera: Moving Images in Beijing on November 14. Marta Betanzos, Spanish Ambassador to China, said that the works showcased at the exhibition experiment, question and seek new ways of narrating the world.

A forum bringing together mayors and mayoral representatives from 10 countries opened on Wednesday in Nanjing, the capital of east China's economic powerhouse province of Jiangsu.

The men's and women's 100-meter at the ongoing National Games in South China's Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area have delivered more than two new champions, but more importantly they have presented a refreshing portrait of China's rising force in track and field.

The athletics competitions at the National Games reached the penultimate day as women's 100 meters hurdler Wu Yanni stole show at the Guangdong Olympic Stadium in Guangzhou.

In March 2021, the latest round of on-site excavation at the Sanxingdui site in Sichuan Province was streamed live nationwide. Through their screens, people could watch conservators working inside the site's No.3 sacrificial pit as they wrapped a hefty bronze vessel with plastic film bit by bit to prepare it for extraction. They only had one shot to lift the vessel intact. Under the gaze of millions, Guo Hanzhong was the person to make that attempt.

Editor's Note: At the 43rd UNESCO General Conference, Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni (Mendoni) renewed Greece's longstanding call for the return of the Parthenon Marbles to Athens, urging UNESCO members to back what she called a "just and deeply symbolic cause." In an exclusive interview with the Global Times (GT) reporter Dong Feng, Mendoni emphasized that the international cultural communities need to shoulder the responsibilities of safeguarding shared human heritage, and noted they can contribute constructively to a just resolution that respects provenance, conservation, and access for global audiences.

Twelve-year-old border collie "Biaobiao" used to be bubbly and an excellent frisbee catcher, but due to a long-term back pain, he has become increasingly quiet, often lying in the corner and sometimes unable to put a paw on the ground because of the pain. For a dog, Biaobiao is already considered elderly, and his condition worries his owner, who calls herself "Biaoma." "My 'fur baby' [a popular nickname for pets in China] is already old, and chronic illness is a torment for the elderly," Biaoma told the Global Times.

For a taste of fried rice, some people are willing to sprint across an entire street. That's how popular "Little Guangdong Fierce-Fire Fried Rice" has become popular in Beijing's Tuanjiehu neighborhood.

An opening ceremony for the exhibition "Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums" was held here Tuesday at the Hong Kong Palace Museum.

Following the postponement of the release of two Japanese films in some Chinese cities, more Japanese performances were cancelled in China as Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's erroneous remarks on the Taiwan question triggered strong criticism from the Chinese public.

Snow-making for the 27th Harbin Ice and Snow World in Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province is underway, while the design for the first snow sculpture to welcome the Year of the Horse has been completed, a staff member of the world's largest ice and snow theme park told the Global Times on Tuesday.

Late autumn in Beijing unfurls like a painting, red bricks and green tiles set off against golden leaves, a beauty that even the richest words cannot fully capture. Yet, as the city bathes in its autumn splendor, Chinese writer Liu Liangcheng's thoughts drift thousands of miles away, back to his courtyard in Caizigou village in the Kazak Autonomous County of Mori, Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. After attending a seminar for his new book, he returned home to a land ablaze with color: apricot, apple, and Russian olive trees swaying in the wind, their green, crimson, and orange hues a palette no human hand could imitate.

Researchers at the Hexian hominid site in He county, Ma'anshan City, East China's Anhui Province, have recently made a major archaeological breakthrough with the discovery of two new Homo erectus tooth fossils and the site's first confirmed stone artifacts produced by Homo erectus, the Global Times learned from the Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences on Tuesday.

Greatness in sports is rarely measured at its loudest moment, but in the hush that follows the final act. At the ongoing 15th National Games being jointly hosted by multiple regions - South China's Guangdong Province, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) and the Macao SAR - the most luminous images have not only been the raised arms of new champions, but also the trembling tears of veterans bowing out after long time in the arena. Their exits are narratives more profound and moving than any victory alone could ever be.

A cake concealed within the intricate, antique-green shell of a "Fu Hao owl-shaped vessel," a fragrant sweetness hidden under the soft pink gloss of a "rose quartz covered incense burner," a mysterious glint of chocolate disguised as the cold, silvery blade of the "sword of King Goujian": When Zou Minglei appears in short videos showing one national treasure after another, your eyes may be deceived. These are not genuine relics, but "artifact-inspired desserts" meticulously recreated by Zou who took inspiration from the most iconic treasures of Chinese civilization.

At least two Japanese artists have openly expressed support for "one China" as of Tuesday. Japanese actor Koji Yano posted words of support for one China on Sina Weibo on Tuesday afternoon. His move echoed fellow Japanese singer MARiA publicly posting a similar stance on the platform earlier that day and drawing hundreds of thousands of likes for the post.

The Baojia site in the city of Liyang, east China's Jiangsu Province, has been confirmed to date back 7,500 to 8,100 years, making it the earliest known prehistoric site discovered so far in the area surrounding Taihu Lake, archaeologists announced at a conference held on Sunday.

Zhang Hang collects images of Wamao with his camera at Haiyan Village in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, Nov. 12, 2025. Zhang Hang, 32, is an inheritor of the Kunming Wamao-making technique and the founder of the Heart Chamber Wamao Museum. Wamao, a cat-shaped pottery artifact originating in Yunnan, combines practical design with folk beliefs. Traditionally mounted on eaves or lintels, it was believed to drive away evil spirits and bring peace to the household. In 2023, Wamao was listed as one of Yunnan's provincial intangible cultural heritage items.

Some cinemas in Beijing have received notifications to postpone the release of two Japanese animated films, the Global Times learned on Monday, after the Weibo account of CZ News of Zhejiang Media Group reported the postponement earlier in the day.

The results of the 2025 China's "Most Beautiful Book" awards were released in Shanghai on Sunday, with 25 titles from 22 publishing houses across 11 provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions recognized this year.

Cases involving AI-generated images of fake intangible cultural heritage (ICH) inheritors or using ICH as marketing stunts to lure consumers were recently highlighted by China's Supreme People's Procuratorate as targeted cases in its efforts to protect China's ICH legacies.

A wave of teenage talent swept through the National Games on Monday, with young athletes breaking records and toppling established champions as the swimming competition came to a close.

Chinese archaeologists have confirmed that the Baojia site in Liyang city, East China's Jiangsu Province, dates back 8,100 to 7,500 years ago, discovered in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River and north of the Qiantang River.