What China’s most famous ‘gaokao factory’ reveals about the limits of its exam-driven education model
The military-style Hengshui model seems to have lost its magic.
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China's war games around Taiwan over the years
Dec 29 - China launched its most extensive war games around Taiwan on Monday called \"Justice Mission 2025\" to showcase Beijing's ability to cut off the island from outside support in a conflict.
Thai army accuses Cambodia of violating truce with over 250 drones
Cambodia’s foreign minister describes the incident as “a small issue”.
'Adapt, shrink or die’: US ties €1.7bn UN aid pledge to sweeping reforms
The US is offering €1.7 billion in humanitarian funding — far less than in previous years — while demanding a radical overhaul of how the UN delivers aid worldwide.
Bandos and Parrandas: Venezuela celebrates freedom on Holy Innocents Day
Each December, Caucagua in Venezuela bursts with colour for the Bandos and Parrandas of the Holy Innocents, a tradition celebrating freedom and resistance through humour.
Three Turkish police officers killed in raid on IS militants as New Year security tightens
Another nine officers were injured in a shootout during a counter-terrorism operation in Yalova province, after Turkey arrested over 100 suspects allegedly plotting holiday attacks.
South Korean police probe hamster abuse allegations
The suspect is accused of abusing hamsters, guinea pigs, pygmy squirrels and Mongolian gerbils.
Indonesian officials recover body during search for drowned Spanish soccer coach and children
The boat was carrying 11 people.
Indonesian authorities recover body during search for drowned Spanish soccer coach and his children
JAKARTA, Dec 29 - Indonesian rescuers on Monday found a body during the search for Spanish soccer coach Fernando Martin and his children after their boat sank near the coast of a popular tourist spot on Friday, the country's rescue agency said.
Bangladesh’s Gen-Z party faces revolt over Islamist alliance, risking its future
Analysts say the alliance could jeopardise the National Citizen Party's future.
Japan’s Premier Takaichi moves into PM’s official residence
Sources say an initial heavy diplomatic and parliamentary schedule pushed back the relocation.
Babysitting services for foreign tourists taking off in Japan
There were 36.8 million visitors to Japan in 2024, of which about 690,000 were aged four or younger.
China opposes recognition of Somaliland, affirms support for Somalia
BEIJING, Dec 29 (Reuters) - China opposes any attempt to split territories in Somalia, the foreign ministry said on Monday, affirming Chinese support for the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of the East African country. "No country should encourage or support other
Bones, brides and odysseys: The 20 most anticipated movies of 2026
Welcome to your moviegoing guide for 2026! Here are our picks for the unmissable movies coming to a cinema near you in the first half of the year.
