A traditional craft passed down for generations, Yongchun bamboo splint incense from Yongchun county in Fujian Province blends natural fragrances such as agarwood and sandalwood. Applied to thin bamboo sticks, the incense paste is meticulously kneaded, soaked, stretched and straightened. When burned, the incense releases thin, vertical wisps of smoke and a mellow fragrance believed to have medicinal and air-purifying qualities. More than a craft, it is a cultural vessel of self-cultivation, carrying centuries of memory in each delicate curl of smoke. (Produced by interns Liu Jiahui, Tang Kexin; Edited by Guan Haoyu; Video source: Kuaishou)

A guard won applause with his impressive basketball moves on campus. (Produced by Zhu Yurou, Zou Yun and intern Zhang Jingxuan)

Watch Yu'ai, the adorable panda, push a chunk of snow down a slide, chase after it, and give it a big hug! This cute clip shows the playful side of this lovely panda. (Produced by Liang Xiaojian and intern Zhao Liyuan)

Amid the rush of food deliveries, one courier chose to slow down, stepping in to help an elderly man push his overloaded tricycle up a steep hill. It's small gestures of warmth like these that can make a world of difference.

In March, discover China in full bloom. Across this vast land, a tapestry of blossoms unfolds, immersing you in the beauty of spring.

Universities from China and abroad gathered at Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) to experience the thrills of ice dragon boat racing. The inaugural HIT Cambridge Oxford Cup Ice Dragon Boat International Friendship Race was held on January 10 on the frozen Songhua River in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province. Fourteen teams competed, including students from Oxford University, the University of Cambridge, Peking University, Tsinghua University and HIT. Paddling in unison across the ice, the young contestants raced toward the finish line, demonstrating strong teamwork and determination. (Edited by Tang Kexin)

In Meitan, Guizhou Province, China, two elderly grandmothers quietly defy age through simple living. They handle their own daily chores, cook with local ingredients, and rise with the sun. Living in harmony with nature's rhythm, they are enjoying long, healthy lives.

This January, immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of China's winter landscapes. Wander through the historic streets of Fenghuang ancient town and experience the serene elegance of West Lake, where snowflakes gently blanket the scenery. From the glittering ice sculptures of Harbin to the crystalline rime ice of Jilin, each destination offers its own unique charm.

This teacher in Dongguan, Guangdong Province of South China, turns a class break into an epic dance session. Pure energy and sunshine. (Video source: Douyin account of Xinhua; Compiled by Yao Yuhe)

Huangyuan leather embroidery, also known as Danga'er leather embroidery, is a distinctive traditional folk craft from Huangyuan county in Northwest China's Qinghai Province. With a history spanning more than 3,000 years, this ancient art form transforms specially prepared animal hides, typically cow or sheep leather, into striking embroidered works. Instead of silk or fabric, artisans use leather as their canvas, applying a variety of threads and specialized techniques to create intricate patterns depicting landscapes, flowers, birds, animals, figures and scenes from life on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. (Video source: Kuaishou)

Xuanwei Ham, one of China's top three hams, comes from Xuanwei in Yunnan Province. Premium pork hind legs undergo trimming, salting, curing, fermentation, air-drying and over a year of natural aging. Scarlet, aromatic, crisp yet tender and bursting with umami, its nickname "Yuntui" (Yunnan's ham) designates it as a provincial culinary icon. (Edited by Guan Haoyu, intern Liu Jiahui )

Who are we? Why do we matter? Why do we stand together? What is our vision? We are the Global South — An important force for peace, stability and progress in the international community. We join hands and march forward together to advance the building of an equal and orderly multi-polar world.

In this recently shared video, broken ice drifts and rises with rolling waves as the sun sets at Sayram Lake in Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Slabs of ice move across the water's surface, reflecting golden light as wind-driven waves push them toward shore. (Video source: Douyin; Compiled by Li Yuanxin and Yang Xirui)

Be amazed as a skilled warehouse worker demonstrates incredible precision by spinning 200-liter oil drums into place. With a smooth, arc-like movement that seems guided by a positioning system, he effortlessly saves time and effort while expertly aligning the drums into storage. (Video source: Douyin)

China on January 9 said that it hopes the Gaza ceasefire agreement will be effectively implemented to ease the humanitarian crisis and restore regional stability at an early date.

Fireworks burst in the sky as a visitor glides down a 521-meter ice slide at Harbin Ice-Snow World in Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on January 1. The display illuminates the park's ice sculptures, making them sparkle against the night. The 521-meter slide is one of 24 built with about 15,000 cubic meters of ice. The number 521 sounds like "I love you" in Mandarin. The park is hosting its 27th winter festival. (Compiled by Fan Yuting)