Few years on the Earth
The death of 22-year-old Australian snowboarder Ella Day Brooke during a winter sports trip to Japan has drawn international attention to ski lift safety and the risks associated with equipment entanglement. Brooke was travelling with friends when a tragic accident occurred at Tsugaike Mountain Resort in Nagano prefecture, one of Japan’s most popular snow destinations. … Read more
A disturbing incident at a renowned winter tourism site in northern China has drawn global attention after a female Skier Mauled by Snow Leopard, reportedly after moving closer to the animal to take a photograph. The attack, which was captured on video and rapidly spread across social media platforms, has reignited urgent discussions about wildlife … Read more
Zifan Wang is a research scientist at Meta whose abrupt relocation from San Francisco to London has drawn attention to the fragility of global talent mobility in the current geopolitical climate. After seven years of studying and working legally in the United States, Wang was denied re-entry following a personal visit to China, despite holding … Read more
As China prepares to usher in the Year of the Horse, a zodiac symbol traditionally associated with vitality, perseverance and tireless effort, a very different equine figure has captured the public imagination. Instead of embodying optimism or drive, a small red stuffed horse with a downturned, almost mournful expression has become a viral sensation across … Read more
In an era dominated by wellness checklists, early bedtimes, calorie tracking and strict daily regimens, the story of a 101-year-old woman from eastern China has captured global attention for doing almost everything “wrong” yet ageing remarkably well. Jiang Yueqin, a centenarian from Wenzhou in Zhejiang province, has become an unlikely symbol of healthy ageing precisely … Read more
Alex Honnold, one of the world’s most renowned and controversial climbers, has once again pushed the boundaries of human endurance and mental discipline by scaling Taipei 101, a 101-story skyscraper in Taiwan, without ropes, harnesses, or any form of safety equipment. Rising 508 meters above Taipei’s skyline, the steel-and-glass tower is among the tallest buildings … Read more
North Korea’s Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un once again found himself at the center of global attention after state media released footage of him touring the newly renovated Onpho Hot Spring Resort. While inspections of construction projects and public facilities are a routine part of Kim’s highly choreographed public appearances, this particular visit stood out … Read more
The death of Indonesian influencer and content creator Lula Lahfah has drawn widespread attention across social media and entertainment circles in Indonesia and beyond. Lahfah, who was 26 years old, was found dead on January 23 in an apartment building located in the Dharmawangsa neighborhood of South Jakarta. Authorities confirmed that the discovery was made … Read more
An 18-year-old hiker who disappeared during a climb on one of Indonesia’s most challenging mountains has been found dead after an extensive search operation that lasted more than two weeks. The discovery of Syafiq Ridhan Ali Razan’s body brought a tragic conclusion to a case that drew national attention and underscored the dangers associated with … Read more
A 28-year-old domestic worker has been formally charged in Hong Kong following the hospitalisation of a four-month-old baby boy who suffered a severe brain haemorrhage, a case that has drawn intense public attention after details circulated widely on social media. The charge comes amid allegations of child abuse at a private residence in Sheung Shui … Read more