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Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], February 21 (ANI): Samajwadi Party chief and Congress' INDIA bloc ally, Akhilesh Yadav, on Saturday criticised the Indian Youth Congress' 'shirtless' protest at the AI Impact Summit, saying it brought 'shame' to the nation.Speaking to reporters in Jhansi, Akhilesh Yadav said that Congress should have refrained from such an […]

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], February 21 (ANI): Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, visited the pink city Jaipur and said he was captivated by its beauty.The visit hints at a broader approach to boost tourism between both the nations.In a post on X, he said, 'There are always moments when I am captivated by India's radiant culture and beautiful […]

Washington DC [US], February 21 (ANI): The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) has released its weekly brief, highlighting a series of international developments that it says reflect both the intensifying repression of Uyghurs and growing global scrutiny of China's policies.On 15 February, WUC leaders joined approximately 70 members of the Swiss Uyghur diaspora for […]

BEIJING, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- During the Spring Festival holiday, many Yingge dance teams have staged wonderful performances across China.The Yingge dance, or "dance to the hero's song," is a folk dance of south China's Guangdong Province which has enjoyed growing popularity nationwide in recent years. As a dynamic blend of theater, dance, and martial arts, […]

BEIJING, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- Here are the latest Chinese sports headlines from the past week:1. Birthday boy Su Yiming wins men's snowboard slopestyle for China's first gold at Milan-CortinaSu Yiming captured gold in the men's snowboard slopestyle final at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics on February 18, delivering China's first gold medal of the Games.The […]

(260221) -- MELBOURNE, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A lion and dragon dance is staged during a celebration of the Chinese New Year in Melbourne, Australia, Feb. 21, 2026. (Xinhua/Xu Haijing)

(260221) -- MOSCOW, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A woman takes photos of Giant panda Ru Yi during an event celebrating the Chinese Lunar New Year at the Moscow Zoo in Moscow, Russia, Feb. 21, 2026. (Photo by Alexander Zemlianichenko Jr/Xinhua)

BEIJING, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- During the Spring Festival holiday, many Yingge dance teams have staged wonderful performances across China.The Yingge dance, or "dance to the hero's song," is a folk dance of south China's Guangdong Province which has enjoyed growing popularity nationwide in recent years. As a dynamic blend of theater, dance, and martial arts, […]

Some homeowners displaced by the deadly Tai Po blaze were disappointed by Hong Kong authorities’ decision to buy back their flats instead of resettling them at the original site, even as the acquisition offer was described by a surveyor as “generous”. Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong Wai-lun unveiled the long-term resettlement plan on Saturday, […]

Japan's wartime occupation of Myanmar left deep human, economic, and historical wounds that must not be forgotten.by Zhou XinDuring World War II (WWII), to sustain its wartime industrial system, Japan formulated the Southern Expansion Policy, aimed at invading Southeast Asia and plundering strategic resources such as oil and rubber. After capturing Burma […]

(Photo credit: Reuters//Dylan Martinez)LIVIGNO, Italy -- The United States won gold in the Olympics freestyle skiing mixed team final on Saturday, retaining their 2022 title, while Switzerland captured the silver and favorites China were left with the bronze.The Americans stormed to victory after failing to reach the podium in this week's women's and men's […]

(260221) -- FUZHOU, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A staff member dressed as a "God of Wealth" (C) offers blessings to customers at a store in the historic and cultural city block Three Lanes and Seven Alleys in Fuzhou, southeast China's Fujian Province, Feb. 21, 2026. Folk events were held here on Saturday to receive the "Gods of Wealth," a tradition to […]

New Delhi [India], February 21 (ANI): Managing Director of Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), Karan Adani, has highlighted the significance of bringing global events and global sports to India, noting that such exposure is limited to very few people at present and such events can be used effectively to showcase the country's heritage. […]

Campers and hikers have urged Hong Kong authorities to step up public education, law enforcement and impose foot traffic limits at campsites after some areas were flooded with visitors during the Lunar New Year holiday. A visit by the South China Morning Post on Saturday to Ham Tin Wan, a beach in Sai Kung, found about 50 visitors and 30 tents. Empty […]

Chandigarh [India], February 21 (ANI): A day after Indian Youth Congress held a 'shirtless' protest at the India AI Summit, the IYC members in Chandigarh held another protest against Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, criticising the trade deal with the US.The party workers calling the PM 'compromised' were reaching […]

Taipei [Taiwan], February 21 (ANI): Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense detected the presence of eight sorties of Chinese military aircraft and seven Chinese naval vessels operating around its territorial waters as of 6 am (local time) on Saturday.All the sorties of PLA aircraft crossed the median line and entered Taiwan's northern, central and […]

(260221) -- BORMIO, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Bu Luer of China competes during the ski mountaineering mixed relay event at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Bormio, Italy, Feb. 21, 2026. (Xinhua/Yan Linyun)

(260221) -- BEIJING, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A drone photo taken on Feb. 20, 2026 shows people enjoying a Yingge dance performance at a scenic area in Xiaogan, central China's Hubei Province. During the Spring Festival holiday, many Yingge dance teams have staged wonderful performances across China. The Yingge dance, or "dance to the hero's song," is a […]

SHENYANG, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- On the fifth day of the Chinese lunar new year, also known as "Powu," a dumpling-eating tradition is observed in many regions across China to ward off evil and disaster, embrace good fortune, and express hopes for the new year.

(260221) -- AUCKLAND, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- People look at Chinese festive decorations during an event celebrating the Spring Festival in Auckland, New Zealand, Feb. 21, 2026. (Photo by Wu Jiaxiang/Xinhua)

Hong Kong police are investigating the death of a 66-year-old man who fell from bamboo scaffolding, with drugs discovered in the flat he climbed out of. The force said the man, surnamed Yip, was found unconscious on a platform at 3 Nelson Street in Mong Kok at 2.38pm on Saturday. He was rushed to Kwong Wah Hospital in Yau Ma Tei but was subsequently […]

HAIKOU, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- During the first Spring Festival holiday since the launch of island-wide special customs operations in China's Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP), the southern tropical island has become a popular destination for tourists, injecting fresh momentum into the tourism and consumption markets.At the iconic Qilou Old Street in the capital […]

TAIYUAN, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- Although introduced to China from the Middle East, the art of glass-blowing has taken root in an ancient Chinese county and evolved into a vibrant specialty industry.In Qixian County, north China's Shanxi Province, glass-blowing has not only integrated deeply into modern industry but also preserved cultural heritage and achieved […]

NANCHANG, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- As the Chinese people celebrate the Year of the Horse, traditional culture has seen a surge in popularity, with various heritage elements "jumping on the bandwagon" to celebrate the zodiac animal associated with speed, strength and success.The Chinese New Year holiday runs from Feb. 15 to 23. Tourists who pack attractions, […]

(260221) -- CORTINA D'AMPEZZO, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Rescue workers and athletes of Austria carry injured athlete Jakob Mandlbauer during the Bobsleigh 4-man heat 2 at the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics in Cortina D'Ampezzo, Italy, Feb. 21, 2026. (Xinhua/Fei Maohua)

(260221) -- HONG KONG, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Tourists enjoy a night view at the Wan Chai waterfront in Hong Kong, south China, Feb. 20, 2026. Hong Kong had recorded over 1.16 million visitor arrivals from Feb. 15 to Feb. 20 as many people from the Chinese mainland traveled to the city during the Spring Festival holiday, local data showed on Saturday. […]

BEIJING, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- More than halfway through China's nine-day Spring Festival holiday, which began on Feb. 15, travel enthusiasm shows no signs of slowing.Across the country, visitors are flocking to destinations where glowing lanterns, lively temple fairs, and colorful folk parades fill the air with festive cheer, seeking immersive experiences of […]

(260221) -- CANBERRA, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Visitors take a selfie during an event celebrating the Spring Festival in Canberra, Australia, Feb. 21, 2026. (Photo by Chu Chen/Xinhua)

As a gentle summer sea breeze drifts through the streets of Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius, preparations for the annual Spring Festival float parade are underway inside a workshop.PORT LOUIS, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- As a gentle summer sea breeze drifts through the streets of Port Louis, the capital of Mauritius, preparations for the annual Spring Festival […]

BANGKOK, Feb. 21 (Xinhua) -- When a group of Chinese tourists traveling from Shanghai to Thailand arrived at Suvarnabhumi International Airport on Tuesday, they were greeted with souvenirs brimming with New Year blessings.Additionally, a Thai-Chinese friendship performance was staged at the airport to add color and an auspicious atmosphere, impressing the […]

(260221) -- LIVIGNO, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Xu Mengtao of China competes during the freestyle skiing mixed team aerials final 1 at the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games in Livigno, Italy, Feb. 21, 2026. (Xinhua/Hu Chao)

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park has temporarily closed its Arctic Fox Den after the enclosure’s last two remaining animals, “Siu Go” and “Trinity”, died of old age. The theme park announced on Saturday that Siu Go and Trinity had both died at the age of 11. It did not specify when the deaths occurred. “The park’s animal care and veterinary team […]

(260221) -- SHENYANG, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A staff member serves dumplings at Laobian Dumplings, a restaurant chain, in Shenyang, northeast China's Liaoning Province, Feb. 21, 2026. On the fifth day of the Chinese lunar new year, also known as "Powu," a dumpling-eating tradition is observed in many regions across China to ward off evil and disaster, […]

*Chinese tourists traveling abroad during the Lunar New Year, which fell on Feb. 17 this year, are finding Chinese traditions alive in destinations far from home.*The expansion of mutual visa-free arrangements between China and several countries has made overseas travel more accessible for holidaymakers.*Across continents, Spring Festival celebrations are […]

The first prize for the Year of the Horse’s Mark Six snowball draw on Saturday is set to be split across five winning bets, with each garnering a payout of about HK$42.2 million (US$5.4 million). The total turnover for the draw reached HK$402.3 million – 6.45 times the total turnover of the HK$62.4 million recorded for the previous draw earlier this […]

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], February 21 (ANI): Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Saturday said the manner of protest staged by the Indian Youth Congress at the India AI Impact Summit may not have been in the 'right spirit', but the BJP should instead be embarrassed over the controversy surrounding the display of alleged Chinese products at the event. […]

At a rehearsal studio in Hong Kong on an early February morning, a group of 12 dancers gathered around a table, hands on deck and eyes locked in intense glances. They slammed the counter in unison. Then they twisted and turned their bodies with fierce precision, as a wave of energy swept through the room. Half stood, while the others moved in wheelchairs. […]

(260221) -- HAIKOU, Feb. 21, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Passengers board a ship at Xiuying Port in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, Feb. 21, 2026. Connecting south China's island province of Hainan with Guangdong Province on the mainland, the Qiongzhou Strait is bracing for a peak in return trips during this year's Spring Festival travel season. The number of […]

Hong Kong authorities will spend about HK$6.8 billion (US$870 million) to buy back homes damaged in the deadly Tai Po fire from flat owners, offering HK$8,000 or HK$10,500 per square foot as part of a long-term resettlement plan involving HK$4 billion in public funds. Deputy Financial Secretary Michael Wong Wai-lun unveiled the plan on Saturday, ruling out […]

SHANGHAI, 21st February, 2026 (WAM) -- A Chinese research team has developed an AI-powered rare disease diagnostic system called DeepRare, setting a new record for diagnostic accuracy, according to a study published Thursday in the journal Nature.The diagnosis and treatment of rare diseases have long faced challenges in confirming cases without genetic […]

New Delhi [India], February 21 (ANI): Following the US Supreme Court's ruling against the global tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, reiterated his criticism of PM Narendra Modi regarding the India-US interim trade deal.In a post on X, Gandhi once again accused PM Modi of being 'compromised' and […]

New Delhi [India], February 21 (ANI): Following the US Supreme Court's ruling against the global tariffs imposed by former US President Donald Trump, Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, reiterated his criticism of PM Narendra Modi regarding the India-US interim trade deal.In a post on X, Gandhi once again accused PM Modi of being 'compromised' […]

The new 10 per cent global tariffs imposed by the United States will have only a “limited impact” on Hong Kong, the treasury chief has said, adding that the move highlights the city’s strength as a safe haven for capital amid geopolitical uncertainty. The remarks followed US President Donald Trump’s announcement on Friday of his plan to impose a new […]

New Delhi [India], February 21 (ANI): Congress leader Supriya Shrinate backed the protest staged by the Indian Youth Congress during the India AI Impact Summit, saying that they demonstrated how 'PM Modi compromised the integrity' and identity of the nation through the India-US trade deal.'I'm curious to know what wrong the Youth Congress has done. The […]

Patna (Bihar) [India], February 21 (ANI): Janata Dal (United) national spokesperson Rajiv Ranjan condemned the protest held by Indian Youth Congress workers during the India AI Summit.'This is a very shameful and unfortunate incident. The plight of Congress is now beyond the control of Rahul Ji and his group. There is no doubt that they are raising […]