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Beijing’s Lunar New Year Glow Captured from the International Space Station
space-exploration6 days ago

Beijing’s Lunar New Year Glow Captured from the International Space Station

NASA astronaut Chris Williams photographed fireworks over Beijing and Tianjin during Lunar New Year from the ISS Cupola, revealing the city’s lights and highways visible from about 250 miles up. The frame also shows the Cygnus NG-23 cargo spacecraft and the MS-28 Soyuz, while Chinese taikonauts decorated Tiangong and released a space-made music video.

Xi's Beijing Effect: Allies Flock In, Leverage Kept Quiet
world8 days ago

Xi's Beijing Effect: Allies Flock In, Leverage Kept Quiet

Western allies are traveling to Beijing to meet Xi Jinping, illustrating China’s growing diplomatic pull without visibly pressuring partners. The piece notes China’s ceremonial power projection (the honour guard) and argues Beijing hasn’t yet used its leverage over these states, signaling a patient, influence-first approach that could reshape international alignments.

North Korea’s Kim Jong-un Visits Beijing for Military Parade Amid Global Alliances
world5 months ago

North Korea’s Kim Jong-un Visits Beijing for Military Parade Amid Global Alliances

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un traveled to Beijing on a specially equipped armoured train to attend a major military parade celebrating the end of WWII, marking his first participation in a multilateral event during his rule and the first gathering of Kim, Xi Jinping, and Vladimir Putin at the same venue, possibly aiming to strengthen ties with China amid recent tensions.

Kim Jong Un Travels to China on Historic Armored Train Amid Diplomatic and Military Showcases
world5 months ago

Kim Jong Un Travels to China on Historic Armored Train Amid Diplomatic and Military Showcases

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un traveled to Beijing aboard his iconic armored train, a symbol of his dynasty and his country's secrecy, as he joins other world leaders for a military parade, highlighting his preference for traditional travel methods and the train's historical significance in North Korea's diplomatic and cultural history.

Kim Jong Un and Putin to Attend Chinese Military Parade in a Show of Defiance to the West
world6 months ago

Kim Jong Un and Putin to Attend Chinese Military Parade in a Show of Defiance to the West

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will visit China to attend a major military parade in Beijing on September 3, coinciding with the 80th anniversary of the end of World War Two, and will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, highlighting growing ties among the three leaders amid complex geopolitical dynamics.