China and Germany sought on Monday to downplay suggestions of rising tension between the world's second and third largest economies, after German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul postponed his first trip to Beijing.

The National Meteorological Center also renewed a yellow fog warning at 6 am, indicating that foggy conditions would affect not only Beijing but also many other parts of the country from morning to noon. In some areas, including southern Beijing, visibility could be as low as 200 meters.

The city that has reinvented itself across dynasties has no shortage of new must-see attractions in 2026. Here’s how to see the best of Beijing, from the Forbidden City to its hidden courtyards and alleyways.

Sen. Ted Cruz leads Senate resolution condemning Chinese Communist Party's persecution of Christians and demanding release of detained religious leaders.

The White House is considering banning exports to China of all items that were made with or contain U.S.-made software in response to China’s announcement of rare earth export controls. According to Reuters,

The Trump Administration ramped up its pressure on Chinese tech firms on Monday by expanding restrictions imposed on certain companies to also cover their subsidiaries, a move that’s drawn the ire of Beijing as the two powers remain locked in a technology race.

ASEAN Summit concludes in Kuala Lumpur after three days with a restatement of commitment to the grouping’s centrality. It ended on a deal-making high, with an expanded Free Trade Agreement inked with Beijing.

A dog participates in a contest during a police dog skills competition in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 24, 2025. The police dog skills competition of Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau was held in Beijing from Oct. 24 to 27, with a total of 125 contestants and 108 police dogs from 19 teams attending the event. (Photo: Xinhua)

National Geographic has released its annual list of destinations to visit in the year ahead. Here are the 25 places that made the cut.

German sports car maker Porsche inaugurated Beijing's first "Destination Porsche" retail center on Tuesday, marking a strategic move to enhance its brand presence and operational efficiency in China's capital.

With 101 days to go before the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy, Austrian athletes on Tuesday unveiled their Games outfits as the winter sports powerhouse looks to match the medal haul from four years ago in Beijing.