
Sticky Rice Balls Add Sweetness to China’s Lantern Festival Celebrations
Sticky rice balls sweeten China’s Lantern Festival, bringing families together to enjoy this cherished dessert that marks the end of Spring Festival.
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Sticky rice balls sweeten China’s Lantern Festival, bringing families together to enjoy this cherished dessert that marks the end of Spring Festival.

China’s Lantern Festival concludes the Lunar New Year with glowing lanterns and the spectacular tradition of molten iron fireworks, an ancient custom that fills the sky with cascades of sparks.

‘Ne Zha 2’ has made history as China’s highest-grossing film, surpassing 9 billion yuan in revenue. The animated blockbuster is now set to win hearts worldwide with its global release.

Beijing Thousand Lights Night blends tradition and technology at Wenyu River Park, creating a breathtaking spectacle that captivates audiences.

China Media Group has unveiled the exciting lineup for the 2025 Lantern Festival Gala, promising a spectacular blend of performances to celebrate the traditional festival with global audiences.

Harbin dazzles as the International Ice and Snow Festival begins, turning the city into a magical winter wonderland.

The Maolong Festival of the Gelao ethnic group lit up Shiqian County in Guizhou Province with vibrant dragon dances, celebrating the upcoming Lantern Festival and preserving a thousand-year-old tradition.

Nigerian artists are transforming waste into stunning art, promoting environmental sustainability through creative expression.

Chinese animated blockbuster ‘Ne Zha 2’ becomes a global phenomenon with sold-out screenings and over $1.152 billion in box-office earnings, captivating audiences worldwide ahead of its international release.

Thousands gather in Liancheng County, Fujian Province, as a 160-meter-long dragon illuminates the streets ahead of the Lantern Festival, celebrating unity and prosperity in a dazzling display of Hakka culture.