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· Ryan General
China’s Xin Zhilei named best actress at Venice Film Festival
Chinese actress Xin Zhilei won the Volpi Cup for best actress at the 82nd Venice Film Festival in Italy on Sept. 6, for her performance in Cai Shangjun’s drama “The Sun Rises on Us All.” The honor made her the third Chinese actress in the festival’s history to receive the award,…
· Editorial Staff
Trump rants about China filling global leadership void he created
President Donald Trump lamented Friday that the U.S. has lost India and Russia to China, expressing frustration over a geopolitical realignment that his own aggressive policies helped accelerate. Catch up: Trump’s comments came after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with…
· Carl Samson
China signals new world order as Trump brushes off ‘conspiracy’
China showcased itself as an alternative to U.S.-led global order in its historic parade this week as Trump dismissed concerns over deepening alliances among Washington’s adversaries. Catch up: China staged its largest-ever military parade Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary…
· Ryan General
Labubu craze fuels China’s growing soft power
The runaway global success of Pop Mart’s Labubu collectibles is a symbol of China’s growing cultural influence in international markets. In the first half of 2025, Pop Mart reported revenue of 13.88 billion yuan ($1.93 billion), marking a 204% increase from the year before. Net…
· Editorial Staff
Philosophy student with full scholarship sent back to China despite valid visa
A 22-year-old philosophy student from China with a full scholarship to the University of Houston was reportedly detained for 36 hours and deported back to his country despite having valid paperwork. What happened: Gu, whose story was first reported by AP News, arrived at George…
· Carl Samson
Honolulu Chinatown cook faces permanent vision loss after acid attack
A restaurant cook attacked with acid in Honolulu’s Chinatown may permanently lose vision in one eye as his recovery continues more than two weeks after the assault. Catch up: Lathson Robert, 30, was working a late shift at Livestock Tavern on Aug. 8 when he was allegedly…
· Ryan General
Oakland Chinatown leaders demand stronger protection after violent robberies
A series of violent smash and grab robberies in Oakland’s Chinatown last week, including a jewelry store heist and two bank ram raids, has left business owners shaken and demanding urgent safety measures. Mayor Barbara Lee and Police Chief Floyd Mitchell met with community…
· Carl Samson
Honolulu Chinatown acid attack suspect was previous target of hate crimes
A 34-year-old man arrested in connection with a recent acid attack in Honolulu’s Chinatown was himself the victim of alleged hate crimes and police misconduct in recent years, court documents show. Catch up: Marquis Johnson turned himself in Sunday evening at Honolulu police…
· Ryan General
Taiwan warns citizens against China’s WWII events over ‘distorted’ history
Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te on Friday reinforced a call from Mainland Affairs Council Minister Chiu Chui-cheng for citizens to reject participation in China’s commemorations marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, including a military parade in Beijing’s…
· Carl Samson
Trump extends China deadline as Asian markets reel from tariff blitz
President Donald Trump has delayed tariffs on Chinese goods from resuming for another 90 days, extending the deadline until mid-November as global trade tensions continue to reshape economic relationships across Asia and beyond. Catch up: The extension came hours before…
· Ryan General
CDC issues travel alert as chikungunya outbreak surges in China
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a Level 2 travel alert on Aug. 14 warning of an “elevated risk” of chikungunya virus exposure in China’s Guangdong province. About the virus: The mosquito-borne virus causes high fever, rash and severe joint pain and is…
· Ryan General
Trump’s Nvidia China deal raises security concerns
U.S. President Donald Trump on Aug. 11 approved an arrangement that lets Nvidia resume selling certain AI chips in China in exchange for the U.S. government taking 15% of revenue from those sales. The decision drew swift bipartisan criticism and questions about national…
· Ryan General
Trump’s Intel CEO clash reflects pattern of politically charged ‘China ties’ accusations
President Donald Trump on Aug. 7 called for Intel CEO Lip Bu Tan to resign, accusing him of being “highly conflicted” over reported investments in Chinese semiconductor firms. The remarks, expressed via a post on his Truth Social network, fit a recent pattern in which Republican…
· Carl Samson
Brutal acid attack in Hawaii’s Chinatown leaves man critical
An acid attack in Honolulu’s Chinatown last week has left a 30-year-old man hospitalized in critical condition and residents fearing for their safety. What happened: The victim was walking near Smith and Hotel streets at around 10 p.m. on Friday when a stranger approached and…
· Carl Samson
Mural honoring Japanese Americans vandalized again in Seattle’s Chinatown
A mural honoring Japanese American history in Nihonmachi Alley of Seattle’s Chinatown-International District was vandalized with spray paint last weekend, marking the second attack on the artwork this year. What happened: The vandalism, which involved silver spray paint…
· Carl Samson
Chicago’s Chinatown residents speak out against proposed new stadium
Chicago’s Chinatown residents are pushing back against plans for a new Chicago Fire soccer stadium, voicing concerns at a July 30 town hall that the nearby $7 billion development could lead to gentrification and displacement of their community. About the plan: The proposed $650…
· Carl Samson
NYC Chinatown deaths at hands of repeat offender cast light on stalled safety promises
Community members and officials are demanding immediate action after learning that the driver in a recent Manhattan crash had been arrested for another traffic incident a few months prior. Catch up: Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero, 23, on July 19 drove a stolen rental car that came…
· Ryan General
Taiwan’s Great Recall: Historic bid to remove ‘pro-China’ lawmakers fails
A historic vote in Taiwan on Saturday targeting 24 opposition Kuomintang (KMT) legislators accused of being too friendly with Beijing ended without any removals but nonetheless shook the island nation’s political landscape. The so-called “Great Recall,” Taiwan’s largest…
· Ryan General
Woman in deadly Chinatown crash was previously charged in Brooklyn hit-and-run
A 23-year-old woman is facing mounting legal trouble after being charged in two major New York City incidents within months. Autumn Donna Ascencio Romero was first arrested for leaving the scene of an accident and driving without a license after an April 13 crash in Brooklyn…
· Carl Samson
Chinese Americans banned from leaving China
China has blocked at least two Americans — a Commerce Department employee and a Wells Fargo banker — from leaving the country in recent weeks, according to reports. Who’s stuck
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Company · China · HKEX:2020
Anta Sports
Anta is China's largest sportswear group — it out-sells rivals at home and owns FILA China plus Arc'teryx and Salomon, turning national-brand pride into a global portfolio.
Company · China · HKEX:2331
Li Ning
Li Ning is the face of 'guochao' — the national-pride streetwear wave that made Chinese consumers choose a homegrown label over Nike and Adidas.
Company · China · NYSE:BABA
Alibaba
Alibaba is China's commerce-and-entertainment backbone — Taobao and Tmall shopping habits fund Youku streaming and Alibaba Pictures, tying online spending to what China watches.
Company · China · NASDAQ:BILI
Bilibili
Bilibili is where China's Gen-Z lives online — anime, gaming, and creator culture, with a fandom so loyal it powers a wildly popular New Year gala.
Company · China · NASDAQ:IQ
iQIYI
iQIYI is the 'Netflix of China' — the subscription streamer whose original C-dramas, variety shows, and donghua set what a billion-plus viewers binge.
Company · China · HKEX:1024
Kuaishou
Kuaishou is China's number-two short-video platform, where livestream selling turned everyday creators into a shopping channel and rewired how goods get sold.
Company · China · NYSE:MNSO
Miniso
Miniso turned character-IP collabs and blind-box impulse buys into a global store network — Sanrio, Disney, and Chiikawa merch you didn't plan to buy, plus its own TOP TOY chain.
Company · China · HKEX:9999
NetEase
NetEase helps explain gaming, music streaming, and online entertainment habits in Chinese consumer culture.
Alibaba · Platforms · NYSE:BABA
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Alibaba is China's commerce-and-entertainment backbone — Taobao and Tmall shopping habits fund Youku streaming and Alibaba Pictures, tying online spending to what China watches.