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Both terms, Chinese New Year and Lunar New Year, are commonly used, but there are differences in how they are used and perceived. Chinese New Year specifically refers to the traditional new year celebration in China, which is based on the Chinese lunar calendar. It’s the most well-known form of the celebration globally and is…
Washington, D.C. — U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that, starting February 1, he will impose tariffs of 25% on goods imported from Mexico and Canada, and 10% on goods from China. This move follows his repeated threats since his 2016 campaign and subsequent presidency to impose such tariffs in response to migration issues and…
On Thursday (Jan 30), a young boy in China threw firecrackers into a septic tank, triggering a methane explosion that damaged several nearby vehicles. One car was even flipped over by the force of the blast. Explosion Damages Luxury Vehicles The incident occurred at the China Railway parking lot on Chunlan North Road in Shuinan,…
At 70, Jackie Chan remains a global icon, but his recent appearance at the Australian Open finals on January 25 had netizens buzzing—for unexpected reasons. The Hong Kong action star was spotted in the crowd, and while many were thrilled to see him, others couldn’t help but comment on his aging appearance. Some pointed out…
A Chinese company has once again made headlines with its extravagant year-end bonus distribution, allowing employees to take home as much cash as they could accurately count within a limited time. Henan Mine, a crane manufacturing company, held its annual meeting on January 25, 2025, where it distributed over 100 million yuan (approximately S$18.5 million)…
The global technology sector experienced significant declines on Monday 27 January 2025, driven by concerns over the AI industry’s demand for high-tech chips. This was triggered by the introduction of a cost-effective AI model by Chinese startup DeepSeek, which utilizes lower-cost chips and less data. This development has shaken investor confidence in the previously bullish…
According to the mother, on the now viral TikTok video, her elder boy was borne with a congenital heart disease and requires lots of money for surgeries. She gave birth to him when she was 18 years old and is now 28 years old. Her first husband which she had the boy with has already…
Hong Kong Influencer Rachel Zhong Opens Up About Life as Mistress to 66-Year-Old Bank Chairman Rachel Zhong, also known as Ng Sok, has captured public attention after her relationship with Patrick Ma Ching Hang, the 66-year-old chairman of Tai Sang Bank, became public. The two were photographed by paparazzi sharing a kiss at a restaurant,…