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Chinese border city Dandong

Chinese border city Dandong

Photo taken from the Chinese side of the Yalu River in Dandong shows a building near Sinuiju in northwestern North Korea on March 24, 2026.

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Chinese border city Dandong

Chinese border city Dandong

Photo taken from the Chinese side of the Yalu River in Dandong shows tourists on a bridge linking the city and Sinuiju (background) in northwestern North Korea in March 2026.

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Chinese border city Dandong

Chinese border city Dandong

Photo taken from a sightseeing ship on the Chinese side of the Yalu River in Dandong shows buildings near Sinuiju, northwestern North Korea, in March 2026.

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Chinese border city Dandong

Chinese border city Dandong

Photo taken from the Chinese side of the Yalu River in Dandong in March 2026 shows buildings near Sinuiju, northwestern North Korea.

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Chinese border city Dandong

Chinese border city Dandong

Photo taken from the Chinese side of the Yalu River in Dandong in March 2026 shows buildings near Sinuiju, northwestern North Korea.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning holds a press conference in Beijing on April 2, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning holds a press conference in Beijing on April 2, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning holds a press conference in Beijing on April 1, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning holds a press conference in Beijing on April 1, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning holds a press conference in Beijing on April 1, 2026.

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China: Massive Rodent Roams Fearlessly on Yulin Street

On December 6, 2025, in Yulin, Guangxi, a large black rodent — nearly the size of a small cat — was filmed calmly roaming among scattered chairs, sniffing the ground without any fear of people. Chinese netizens identified the animal as a coypu, a species commonly seen on roads in southern China.

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China: Ducks Killed After Pecking at Feed Bags Causes Grain Stack to Collapse on Farm

This is the shocking moment that a group of Chinese ducks were accidentally crushed when a pile of stored corn suddenly collapsed inside a farm warehouse. On December 21, 2025, in Yancheng, Jiangsu, the video captured a group of ducks sneaking toward stacked feed bags filled with corn inside a grain storage area. The ducks gathered beneath the pile and pecked at the lower bags, which gradually weakened the structure holding the corn in place. Moments later, the entire stack lost balance and collapsed downward. The falling corn bags and grain pile suddenly buried several ducks underneath, leaving some of them trapped and unable to escape. According to the farm owner, eight ducks had been found dead after the cleanup was completed. The video ended with the collapsed grain pile covering the ducks, leaving some of them completely trapped underneath.

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China: Swimming Coach Dives In to Save Drowning Woman at Beijing Pool in Seconds

This is the tense moment that a Chinese swimming coach reacted within seconds to rescue a drowning woman at a swimming pool in Beijing, preventing a potential tragedy. On March 21, 2026, in Beijing, China, the video captured a young woman was seen struggling in the water after accidentally getting into distress.  As panic spread and calls for help echoed around the pool, swimming coach Mr. Song immediately noticed the situation.  Without hesitation, he jumped into the pool and swam rapidly toward the victim.  The footage showed him reaching the woman quickly, securing her, and guiding her safely back to the poolside while others watched anxiously. His swift judgment and decisive action were believed to have prevented the situation from escalating into a fatal incident. The video ended with the woman regaining her footing in the pool, standing steadily in the water and out of immediate danger.

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China: Stray Cat in Sichuan Caught on Camera Rolling Its Eyes

On November 6, 2025, in Sichuan, located in southwestern China's Sichuan province, a video captured a stray cat sitting inside a shop. It stared ahead with wide, alert eyes, before both eyes rolled upward, exposing the whites for an extended moment.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning holds a press conference in Beijing on March 30, 2026.

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Japan: Tokyo Peace Fest Draws 1,400 in Protest Against Constitutional Revision and War

Around 1,400 people gathered near Shinjuku Station in Tokyo on Saturday, March 28, for a rally called "Peace Fest — No to War and Dictatorship," where participants sang anime songs related to peace and called for peace and constitutionalism. Demonstrators protested against Prime Minister Takaichi's push for constitutional revision and the incident involving a Self-Defense Forces member who entered the Chinese Embassy.

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China: Man Casually Strolls Down Street With Large Dog Balanced on His Head

This is the eye-catching moment that a Chinese man was seen casually walking with a large dog standing steadily on top of his head in a street scene that left passersby stunned. On February 26, 2026, in Weinan, Shaanxi, the video captured a man strolling along a street while a full-sized dog stood firmly on his head. The dog appeared calm and balanced, maintaining its position without slipping as the man walked at a steady pace. Pedestrians nearby slowed down and turned to watch the striking sight, some visibly surprised by the man’s composure and the animal’s stability. The man did not seem bothered by the attention and continued moving forward as if it were a routine occurrence. The video ended with the man continuing down the street with the dog still balanced securely on his head.

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China: Geese Appear to Beg Owner to Spare Fellow Bird’s Life at Guangzhou Restaurant

This is the touching moment that two white geese appeared to plead for mercy as they repeatedly nodded at their owner, seemingly asking him to spare a gray goose brought in by a customer. On March 17, 2026, in Guangzhou, Guangdong, the video captured an unusual and emotional scene inside a local restaurant. A customer had brought a gray goose to the venue for a meal. As the goose was placed in the shop, two white geese kept by the restaurant approached and began circling around it. The pair repeatedly nodded toward their owner while staying close to the gray goose, as if trying to communicate distress and ask for intervention. Witnessing the interaction, the restaurant owner and his wife were visibly affected by what they perceived as the white geese’s attempt to “beg” for the gray goose’s life. The couple then decided to step in and prevent the gray goose from being used as food. The owners spent RMB 200 to purchase the gray goose from the customer, choosing to keep it alive in the restaurant alongside the others. The video ended with the rescued gray goose remaining at the restaurant, spared and joining the two white geese that appeared to have saved it.

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China: Family Rescues Cat Stranded Six Stories Up in Tree for Over a Day

This is the heartwarming moment that a Chinese family rescued a cat trapped high in a tree after it had been stranded for more than a day. On March 22, 2026, in Gongyi, Henan, the video captured a tense yet touching rescue as a small cat was found stuck at the top of a tree roughly six stories high. The cat had reportedly been trapped for an entire day and night, unable to climb down. In the footage, members of a local woman’s family worked together, using a homemade device assembled from an extendable pole to reach the frightened cat. As the pole was carefully maneuvered upward, the cat clung nervously to the branches, drawing concern from those watching below. After several careful attempts, the rescuers managed to secure the cat and guide it safely down, prompting relief and cheers. The video ended with the cat safely back on the ground, appearing unharmed as the family gathered around to check on it.

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China: Wild Giant Panda Spotted Strolling Along Roadside, Completely Unbothered

This is the amusing moment that a Chinese man unexpectedly encountered a wild giant panda while driving along a roadside, only for the famously rare animal to remain aloof and walk away without even turning its head. On March 23, 2026, in Ya’an, Sichuan, the video captured a driver slowing down after spotting a wild giant panda walking calmly along the roadside. The panda appeared round and unhurried, moving at a steady pace as the man watched in amazement from inside his car. Despite the rare and exciting encounter, the panda showed little interest in the human presence. It continued walking forward without looking back, maintaining a calm and indifferent demeanor throughout the clip. The video ended with the panda slowly disappearing from view as it continued along the roadside without acknowledging the man.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on March 25, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on March 25, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on March 25, 2026.

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China: Determined Cat Clings to Fish Cart in Hilarious Tug-of-War at Xi’an Fishing Park

On November 27, 2025, in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, a video filmed at Yumei Fishing Park captured a hilarious tug-of-war between a cat and a basket of fresh fish. The owner was pulling a small cart loaded with live fish, but a determined cat refused to let it go. Clinging tightly to the rope at the back of the cart with one paw, the cat was dragged along the ground as the cart moved forward — yet it never released its grip. Chinese viewers laughed at the cat’s sheer determination, calling it “a foodie warrior who knows no surrender.” The video quickly went viral for showing just how far one feline would go for a tasty meal.

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GSDF officer arrested over alleged entry into Chinese Embassy in Tokyo

GSDF officer arrested over alleged entry into Chinese Embassy in Tokyo

Police officers stand guard in front of the Chinese Embassy in Tokyo on March 24, 2026, after a Japan Ground Self-Defense Force member was arrested earlier in the day on suspicion of unlawfully entering the embassy.

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China: Sudden Dust Devil Tears Through Farmland in Liaoning

This is the terrifying moment that a Chinese man experienced a sudden dust devil while working on farmland, as strong winds swept across the field and shook his tractor. On March 17, 2026, in Liaoning, China, the video captured a farmer sitting on a tractor as a powerful dust devil formed nearby and moved rapidly across the farmland.  The swirling winds stirred up dust and debris, reducing visibility and creating a chaotic scene.  Despite the danger, the man remained on the tractor, holding steady as the violent gusts whipped around him.  The intensity of the wind could be seen in the way the surrounding crops bent sharply and loose soil spiraled into the air, highlighting the force of the natural phenomenon. The video ended with the dust devil drifting further across the field, leaving behind scattered dust as the winds slowly subsided.

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China Development Forum

China Development Forum

Chinese Premier Li Qiang is projected on a screen in a live broadcast of his speech during the China Development Forum in Beijing on March 22, 2026. (Pool photo)

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on March 17, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on March 17, 2026.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian speaks at a press conference in Beijing on March 17, 2026.

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent (L), alongside Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, speaks to reporters in Paris on March 16, 2026, following a meeting with top Chinese economic officials.

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China: Border Collie Barks Along to “If You’re Happy and You Know It” in Perfect Rhythm

On June 13, 2025, in Anhui province, eastern China, a delightful clip showed a border collie responding to its owner’s singing. As the man sang the children’s song "If you’re happy and you know it," the dog barked in perfect rhythm, as if joining the tune.

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China: Young Girl Accidentally Causes Glass Door to Burst Apart While Opening It

On March 4, 2026, in Luoyang, Henan, China, surveillance footage captured the moment a young girl accidentally shattered a glass door while pushing it open, causing the panel to instantly burst apart. The family confirmed that the girl was fortunately not injured in the incident.

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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun speaks at a press conference in Beijing on March 13, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping (C) leaves the Great Hall of the People in Beijing after attending the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping (2nd from R) leaves the Great Hall of the People in Beijing after attending the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping (front) attends the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping (L) and Premier Li Qiang attend the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 12, 2026.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping (front) and Premier Li Qiang attend the closing ceremony of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 12, 2026.

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Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference

Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference

Chinese President Xi Jinping attends the closing ceremony of a weeklong meeting of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 11, 2026.

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Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference

Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference

Chinese President Xi Jinping (L in 2nd row) attends the closing ceremony of a weeklong meeting of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 11, 2026.

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Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference

Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference

Chinese President Xi Jinping (C in 2nd row) attends the closing ceremony of a weeklong meeting of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference, China's top political advisory body, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 11, 2026.

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Japan: Residents Protest as Long-Range Missile Launcher Arrives at JGSDF Camp in Kumamoto 2

Early on March 9, the Ministry of Defense delivered a long-range missile launcher to the Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Kengun in Kumamoto for their first domestic deployment. In response to the move, which began without prior notice from the ministry, more than a hundred protesters gathered outside the camp, demanding the withdrawal of the deployment and the holding of a briefing for residents.

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China: Panda Rolls and Tumbles Playfully at Zhejiang Zoo

On October 4, 2025, in Ningbo, located in eastern China’s Zhejiang province, a delightful video was filmed at the city’s wildlife park showing a chubby giant panda in action. The panda ran around the enclosure, repeatedly tumbling and rolling across the ground before climbing up to paw at the glass wall curiously. Visitors nearby laughed as the panda pressed its round face against the glass, appearing to interact with them. Its clumsy but endearing movements reminded many Chinese viewers of scenes from the movie Kung Fu Panda.

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National People's Congress in Beijing

National People's Congress in Beijing

Chinese President Xi Jinping (C) attends a plenary session of the eight-day National People's Congress at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing on March 9, 2026.

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