The US and UK conducted airstrikes on more than 30 targets in Yemen, prompting a response from the Houthi armed forces who warned that “things will not just go away.” Meanwhile, reports have surfaced that an American media personality, who is rumored to be a potential partner of Trump, is currently in Moscow, with Russian media claiming that the White House has blocked him from interviewing Putin. In other news, a “clenbuterol” scandal involving Taiwan’s self-produced pork has led to a collapse in the credibility of the Democratic Progressive Party authorities. Additionally, Russian organizations have prioritized tourists from China and five other countries for Russian tourism in 2024. Protests have also broken out in Israel, demanding Netanyahu’s resignation and new elections. Amidst these events, the U.S. Ambassador to China posted a picture of “visiting the Harbin Ice and Snow World” and described it as “truly impressive.” In a series of opinion pieces, Liu Dan raises questions about Canada’s China policy, Wang Yong explores the “culture war” behind the US border crisis, Ding Gang reflects on the absurdity of American political drama, and Duan Weiwen discusses ethical problems related to the radical development of brain-computer interfaces.
The news is accompanied by photographs capturing various scenes, including “Village Evening” in opening society, migratory birds passing through the West Lake in Hangzhou, and groups of Philip’s langurs appearing in Yunnan. In the realm of sports, the Chinese team has won an optional gold medal in synchronized swimming collective skills at the World Swimming Championships, while the Xinjiang Men’s Basketball Team has completed the signing with foreign player Lindell Wigginton. Society news also includes reports of theft, fraud, and accidents, with law enforcement taking action against those involved. Lastly, Beijing citizens are enjoying the lanterns on weekends as displayed in a gallery of wonderful pictures.