China: Rare ‘Buddha’s Light’ Halo Seen on Sichuan Mountain

This breathtaking moment captures a rare “Buddha’s Light” phenomenon encircling a hiker’s head on a mountaintop trail. On June 5, 2025, while hiking Jiuding Mountain in Sichuan, a man recorded a vivid, rainbow-colored halo — known as a “Buddha’s Light” or Brocken Spectre — forming around his head in the misty air. The optical illusion followed him for several meters, creating a surreal, almost mystical scene as he walked through the fog. According to the hiker, Mr. He, the phenomenon appeared not only around his own head but also around those of other nearby hikers, lasting for about 30 seconds. The video ends with the glowing halo slowly fading as the group continued along the mist-covered trail."

Taiwan: Typhoon Kong-Rey Makes Landfall, Bringing Strong Winds, Heavy Rain 6

Typhoon Kong-rey made landfall in Taitung, southeast Taiwan, on Halloween afternoon, October 31. It brought gusty winds and heavy rainfall to eastern Taiwan and was expected to affect other regions as well.

Chinese IOC member explains decision to cut athletes

Chinese IOC member explains decision to cut athletes

SYDNEY, Australia - He Zhenliang, a Chinese member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), talks to reporters Sept. 6 on arrival at Sydney's international airport. Asked about China's decision to cut 40 members from its Olympic team, he said countries frequently drop athletes from their rosters for various reasons. Tests reportedly showed some of the Chinese athletes who were dropped had shown signs of doping.

Chinese IOC member explains decision to cut athletes

Chinese IOC member explains decision to cut athletes

SYDNEY, Australia - He Zhenliang, a Chinese member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), talks to reporters Sept. 6 on arrival at Sydney's international airport. Asked about China's decision to cut 40 members from its Olympic team, he said countries frequently drop athletes from their rosters for various reasons. Tests reportedly showed some of the Chinese athletes who were dropped had shown signs of doping.