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China’s Fourth Reusable Spacecraft Launch Shows Growing Ambition

February 7, 2026

China has successfully launched a reusable experimental spacecraft for the fourth time since 2020, using a Long March‑2F rocket from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The mission aims to test reusable spacecraft technology and support peaceful space use, though details on the duration in orbit or

sports

Wang Cong: A Chinese Fighter’s Journey to the UFC

February 7, 2026

Born in Dalian, China, on May 15, 1992, Wang Cong grew up in a city known for its maritime trade and sports culture. Her early years were marked by participation in national teams, where she honed skills that would later earn her gold medals at the World Wushu Championships and the Asian Games. A

finance

Soybean Futures: A New Look at Prices and Global Moves

February 6, 2026

The soybean market, which serves food, feed, and energy needs worldwide, is now moving in a fresh direction as economic signals change. Key influences come from weather in big growing areas, currency shifts, trade rules, and oil prices. A stronger U. S. dollar can hurt exports, while higher oil c

sports

Winter Games Fantasy: Pick Your Team and Win

February 6, 2026

The Olympic season is here, and fantasy sports fans can join the excitement even if real competitions are still in their early stages. Fantasy Olympics lets you draft teams or choose individual athletes, giving everyone a chance to bet on the event that happens only every four years. There are tw

entertainment

New Directors Announced for Peacock Drama Superfakes

February 6, 2026

Peacock has greenlit a fresh crime drama that will be called Superfakes, and the network has just revealed who will steer its creative vision. The series was signed onto NBCU in January 2025, and now it is clear that Jim McKay, Karena Evans and Andrij Parekh will all take turns behind the camera. ...

celebrities

How Celebrity Obsession Affects College Students' Happiness in China

January 29, 2026

Celebrity worship is a big deal among college students in China. But what does it really do to their happiness? A recent study tried to figure this out. They gathered 1103 students and asked them about their celebrity worship habits and how happy they felt with their lives. The study used a special

finance

Charging Up: The US EV Boom Beyond the Hype

January 29, 2026

In the US, electric vehicle (EV) drivers now have more fast charger options than ever before. This surge in charging stations happened even though EV sales slowed down and federal incentives ended. The number of chargers grew the most in the last three months of last year. The growth in chargers is

business

MOGU: Fashion, Figures, and Future

January 29, 2026

In the first half of 2026, MOGU, a major player in China's online fashion scene, showed some impressive growth. The company's focus on live-streaming and working with key opinion leaders (KOLs) paid off, with a 24% increase in gross merchandise value (GMV). Total revenue also saw an 11% boost, reach

health

How Faith and Health Intertwine in Golden Years

January 29, 2026

In the twilight of life, the mind and body often face new challenges. For many older adults in China, physical limitations can cast a long shadow over mental well-being. Anxiety and depression often creep in, making it harder to think clearly. But here's a twist: faith might play a role in how these

business

Starbucks' Global Coffee Adventure: More Stores, More Flavors

January 29, 2026

Starbucks has big plans to grow its business around the world. The company wants to double its international presence, aiming for 40, 000 stores outside North America. This is a huge goal, but Starbucks is already doing well internationally, with a $8 billion a year business that is growing fast. O