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China: Robot Kicks Remote Control Out Of Engineer’s Hand In Zhejiang

A remote-controlled robot kicked a remote control out of an engineer's hand during a test in Shaoxing, Zhejiang, on September 7, 2026. The robot then bowed, resembling a martial artist after a match.

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Chinese commerce ministry spokeswoman Huang

Chinese commerce ministry spokeswoman Huang Ling speaks at a regular press briefing in Beijing on Sept. 10, 2026, at which she said the ministry had summoned several French companies operating in China for talks.

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Chinese commerce ministry spokeswoman Huang

Chinese commerce ministry spokeswoman Huang Ling speaks at a regular press briefing in Beijing on Sept. 10, 2026, at which she said the ministry had summoned several French companies operating in China for talks.

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China: Excited Dog Drags Heavy Cage Across Yard in Zhejiang

On May 21, 2026, surveillance video shows a dog in Yiwu, Zhejiang, dragging its heavy cage across a yard after growing excited at the sight of a man believed to be its owner returning home on a scooter.

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China: Dark Waterspout Forms Beneath Clouds In Shandong

A dark waterspout formed beneath clouds in Weihai, Shandong, on September 6, 2026, and was captured on camera using a 60x zoom lens.

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50th anniversary of death of Mao Zedong

SHAOSHAN, China, Sept. 9 Kyodo - People gather in a square in Shaoshan, Hunan Province, holding up portraits of Mao Zedong, founder of the Communist-led People's Republic of China, on Sept. 8, 2026, a day before the 50th anniversary of his death. (Kyodo)

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China: Workers Caught Off Guard as Doors and Windows Collapse During Unloading

Two workers in Fuyang, Anhui, were unloading a stack of doors and windows when the materials suddenly shifted and collapsed on top of one of them. The incident occurred on July 31, 2026. One worker was pinned beneath the fallen frames while the other narrowly avoided being trapped. The uninjured worker immediately began lifting the fallen materials by hand to free his colleague.

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China: Cat Groomed Into Dinosaur-Style Haircut

A cat in Fuzhou, Fujian, was groomed into the shape of a dinosaur, filmed on May 13, 2026. The fur on its back was trimmed into stegosaurus-like spikes, while its belly and sides were shaved bare. The cat appeared reluctant about its new look, standing up with a resigned expression as its owner teased it.

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China: Disabled Cat Walks on Front Paws in Handstand

Filmed on July 27, 2025, in Urumqi, Xinjiang, this video captures the unique and inspiring journey of a cat named Nunu. Born with a congenital deformity that left its hind legs unable to function, Nunu was rescued from the streets and has since taught itself to navigate the world in a truly remarkable way. The footage shows Nunu moving down a hallway entirely on its front paws in a perfect handstand. With its hind legs lifted and suspended in the air, Nunu uses its two front paws to bear its entire body weight, alternating them in a steady, rhythmic motion to propel itself forward. Its front legs are visibly strong and muscular, allowing it to maintain a steady balance and walk with surprising agility. The video beautifully highlights Nunu's incredible resilience and optimistic spirit, turning a severe physical challenge into a heartwarming display of strength and determination.

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[Breaking News]Asian Games: North Korean delegation

BEIJING, China, Sept. 8 Kyodo - Members of the North Korean delegation arrive at an airport in Beijing on Sept. 8, 2026, en route to Japan for the Asian Games, which will be held mainly in Aichi Prefecture from Sept. 19 to Oct. 4. (Kyodo)

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China: Old Earthen Homes Collapse After Flooding in Fujian

On September 4, 2026, in Putian, Fujian, two old earthen houses in Qibu Village collapsed after being soaked by floodwater during torrential rain. Walls crumbled and roofs caved in as the structures gave way. No casualties were reported, and rescue work continued.

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China: Electric Scooter Rider Hit by Red Light Runner in Jinan, Shandong

Filmed on September 4, 2026, in Jinan, Shandong, an electric scooter rider is struck by a car that runs a red light at an intersection. The impact sends the rider and scooter tumbling to the ground, and their head strikes the pavement, but the helmet absorbs the blow. The rider slowly gets up, dazed but conscious, and checks their body.

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China: Swirling Mist Forms Eye-Like Wind Vortex on Anqing Mountain Road

On August 23, 2026, in Anqing, Anhui, a hiker captured a wind vortex swirling amid thick mist along a mountain road. The mist made the airflow clearly visible, creating what appeared to be a spinning eye in the middle of the road. Some commenters linked the phenomenon to the Venturi effect. They said air could accelerate through a narrow section before flowing into slower surrounding air.

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China: Men Rescue Child Dangling From Sixth Floor Window Grille

On September 5, 2026, in Shuozhou, Shanxi, two men risked their safety to rescue a five-year-old child left dangling from a sixth-floor window after accidentally falling from his home, his head caught in a protective grille. Climbing down from the balcony above, the pair carefully made their way to the child and pulled him to safety.

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50th anniversary of death of Mao Zedong

People gather in a square in Shaoshan, Hunan Province, holding up portraits of Mao Zedong, founder of the Communist-led People's Republic of China, on Sept. 8, 2026, a day before the 50th anniversary of his death.

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50th anniversary of death of Mao Zedong

People gather in a square in Shaoshan, Hunan Province, holding up portraits of Mao Zedong, founder of the Communist-led People's Republic of China, on Sept. 8, 2026, a day before the 50th anniversary of his death.

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50th anniversary of death of Mao Zedong

People gather in a square in Shaoshan, Hunan Province, holding up portraits of Mao Zedong, founder of the Communist-led People's Republic of China, on Sept. 8, 2026, a day before the 50th anniversary of his death.

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50th anniversary of death of Mao Zedong

People gather in a square in Shaoshan, Hunan Province, holding up a portrait of Mao Zedong, founder of the Communist-led People's Republic of China, on Sept. 8, 2026, a day before the 50th anniversary of his death.

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50th anniversary of death of Mao Zedong

People gather in a square in Shaoshan, Hunan Province, the hometown of Mao Zedong, founder of the Communist-led People's Republic of China, on Sept. 8, 2026, a day before the 50th anniversary of his death.

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50th anniversary of death of Mao Zedong

People gather in a square in Shaoshan, Hunan Province, the hometown of Mao Zedong, founder of the Communist-led People's Republic of China, on Sept. 8, 2026, a day before the 50th anniversary of his death.

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China: Towering Dust Devil Sweeps Through Qinghai Desert Scenic Area 2

A towering dust devil swept across sand dunes at Heidushan Scenic Area in Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai, on September 1, 2026, drawing large amounts of sand and dust high into the air as it moved across the desert landscape.

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China: Towering Dust Devil Sweeps Through Qinghai Desert Scenic Area

A towering dust devil swept across sand dunes at Heidushan Scenic Area in Haixi Mongol and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai, on September 1, 2026, drawing large amounts of sand and dust high into the air as it moved across the desert landscape.

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Japan, U.S., S. Korea hold East China Sea drill

Japanese Defense Ministry Joint Staff Operations Department chief Yoshiyasu Ishimaki (L) and U.S. Forces Japan Commander Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost (C) speak to reporters at Yokota Air Base in Tokyo on Sept. 7, 2026, as Japan, the United States and South Korea launch a trilateral multidomain exercise in the East China Sea.

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Japan, U.S., S. Korea hold East China Sea drill

Japanese Defense Ministry Joint Staff Operations Department chief Yoshiyasu Ishimaki (L) and U.S. Forces Japan Commander Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost (C) speak to reporters at Yokota Air Base in Tokyo on Sept. 7, 2026, as Japan, the United States and South Korea launch a trilateral multidomain exercise in the East China Sea.

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Japan, U.S., S. Korea hold East China Sea drill

Japanese Defense Ministry Joint Staff Operations Department chief Yoshiyasu Ishimaki (L) and U.S. Forces Japan Commander Lt. Gen. Stephen Jost (C) speak to reporters at Yokota Air Base in Tokyo on Sept. 7, 2026, as Japan, the United States and South Korea launch a trilateral multidomain exercise in the East China Sea.

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China: Woman Crushed by Falling Sign While Walking Down Stairs

A woman was struck by a falling advertising sign while walking down a flight of outdoor steps in Lhasa, Tibet, on May 10, 2026. The large sign toppled over beside her and knocked her off balance, sending her tumbling down several steps as it fell on top of her.

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China: Powerful ‘Ghost King Tide’ Crashes Ashore, Knocks Down Tourists

A powerful nighttime tidal bore on the Qiantang River slammed into a riverside embankment in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, on August 30, 2026, sending waves surging over the bank and catching onlookers off guard. Several tourists were knocked off their feet as the water rushed toward the crowd, while others scrambled to get away in time. This tide is locally known as the "Ghost King Tide" for occurring just after the Hungry Ghost Festival.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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Aftermath of flash floods in Nepal

Photo taken on Sept. 3, 2026, shows an area hit by flash floods and mudslides in Devighat, Nepal, about a week after the disaster in the Nepal-China border region.

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China: Drone Sprays Dog With Water During Cleaning Demonstration

On August 28, 2026, in Linyi, Shandong province, a video showed a cleaning drone, originally designed for photovoltaic panels, spraying water over a dog during a company demonstration, with the dog appearing calm throughout. Chinese netizens found the demonstration creative and amusing, with some asking about the drone's price.

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China: Startled Guinea Pig Hides Inside Man’s Trouser Leg

On February 21, 2026, in Qinzhou, Guangxi, a video showed a pet guinea pig scrambling into its owner's trouser leg after being startled by nearby firecrackers, then refusing to come out despite his attempts to coax it free.

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China: Capybara Rests Peacefully Among Group Of Pelicans

Filmed on July 5, 2026, at Ledao Ocean Kingdom in Qinhuangdao, Hebei, this video shows a capybara resting calmly among a group of pelicans in an outdoor enclosure, while another capybara rests nearby in the shade, in a peaceful display of interspecies coexistence.

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