North China province surrounding Beijing and Tianjin
Multiple storms have triggered heavy rainfall and evacuations across the Philippines and China. Landslides, flooding, and infrastructure disruptions have prompted emergency responses, with millions moved to safety and governments easing rules for disaster claims.
Gao Zhen has been sentenced to three years in a Hebei prison for works authorities deem insulting to revolutionary figures. He has been in detention since August 2024 and plans to appeal. Amnesty International and the UN condemn the ruling as a crackdown on artistic freedom.
Pilgrims and tourists flock to the Wudang Mountains in central China, drawn by Taoist temples, ancient halls and the belief that the site embodies weather, harvest and peace. Local families visit with reverence, while guides describe Taoist practices that blend movement with stillness.