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The Politburo Meeting Features 4 Mysterious Empty Chairs That Conceal Significant Messages. Who Left the Meeting Early?
Last month, the Politburo of the Communist Party of China (CPC) discussed the 'Regulations on the Work of the Central Decision-Making and Coordination Institution' in the morning.
Is Hu Jintao Critically Ill? Rumors Questioned as Hu Haifeng Appears in Xinjiang, Not at 301 Hospital
On June 30, some independent media figures reported that former Chinese Communist Party (CCP) General Secretary Hu Jintao was critically ill, claiming that his son, Hu Haifeng, had been specially permitted to accompany him at the 301 Military Hospital every day.
Something’s Happening in Beijing? Online Footage Shows Camouflaged Tank Convoy Passing Through Chang’an Avenue at Night
Increasing evidence suggests that rumours of Xi Jinping losing actual power and being forced into retirement are not baseless. Amid intense power struggles within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) leadership, any disturbance in Beijing draws significant external attention.
Xi Jinping’s Sensitive Nerve Struck — Urgently Orders the Central Military Commission to Study Countermeasures
Recently, CNN released an audio recording in which Donald Trump says he once told Xi Jinping that if China attacked Taiwan, he would bomb Beijing. Following the U.S. military’s June 21 “Operation Midnight Hammer” strikes on three Iranian nuclear facilities, Xi was reportedly so alarmed that he couldn’t sleep, and immediately ordered China’s Central Military Commission to convene and discuss countermeasures.
Chen Yixin in Trouble? Wang Xiaohong Stripped of Power as Knife Handle (Security Forces) Changes Hands?
The power struggle within Zhongnanhai is now shifting from control of the military ("gun barrel") to control over state security and police forces ("knife handle").
Miles Yu: Wang Yi Unwittingly Reveals the Truth — CCP Fears the U.S.
According to U.S. scholar Miles Yu, a recent slip of the tongue by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi revealed a harsh truth: Beijing fears a Russian defeat in Ukraine because it would expose the CCP’s vulnerability and threaten its own authoritarian regime.
Scapegoat or Silencing? Shocking Inside Story Behind Zhou Xianwang’s Fall — Involves the Top Leadership
Former Wuhan Mayor Zhou Xianwang was placed under investigation on July 8. Official reports cite “serious violations of discipline and law.” Analysts believe the international community has never stopped its investigation and accountability efforts regarding the origin of COVID-19, and that higher-level authorities now need a scapegoat to deflect blame.
24 Political Bureau Members in Disarray, Xi Jinping Claims 'Enemies Within the Party'
As the Beidaihe meeting approaches, the situation in Zhongnanhai has become increasingly complex.
Xi Jinping Travels to Shanxi While Cai Qi Holds Ground in Beijing with Strong Political Presence—A New Power Center Emerging?
Xi Jinping skipped the BRICS meeting in Brazil for the first time and instead visited Yangquan, Shanxi, on July 7 to tour the Hundred Regiments Offensive Memorial Hall. State media photos showed overcast skies and heavy fog.
Chinese Pows Appeal to Xi Jinping, 'We Want to Go Home' - Chai Jing's Interview Uncovers Shocking Truths
On the internet in mainland China, there is frequent propaganda suggesting that iron-blooded soldiers must embody a spirit of 'fearless of hardship, fearless of death'; they should possess a selfless attitude in peacetime and a disregard for death in wartime, demonstrating bravery in battle and confidence in victory. But is this truly the reality?
Zhou Xianwang a Prophet? His Famous Saying When Ordering the City Lockdown Has Proven Prophetic
Former Wuhan Mayor Zhou Xianwang was dismissed on July 8. He faced significant criticism for his slow response during the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak in 2020. At the onset of the outbreak, he ordered a city lockdown and famously declared, 'I am willing to resign to apologize to the world.' His subsequent investigation and dismissal can be seen as a fulfilment of that statement.
How to Handle Xi Jinping: Li Qiang Has a Trick Li Keqiang Never Had
Recently, Chinese Premier Li Qiang has been making headlines by standing in for Xi Jinping at the BRICS summit in Brazil, marking the first time in 12 years that Xi has missed the meeting. That Xi allowed Li Qiang to represent him shows the deep level of trust between them. So what exactly is Li Qiang’s secret weapon that has earned Xi’s favour?
Why Was Li Ka-shing's Son Excluded From the Hong Kong Chief Executive's Advisory Group?
On June 27, the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region government announced the list of 34 members for the new Chief Executive's advisory group. Notably absent from this list was Li Ka-shing's eldest son, Li Zeju, chairman of CK Hutchison Holdings.
Young Man Breaking a Train Window, Elderly Monk Joining the Party, and the Party-State’s Cracked Defense
Recently, two incidents in mainland China have triggered widespread public attention and debate. One concerns the "window-smashing" event on train K1373, and the other involves 92-year-old actor You Benchang, famed for portraying the monk Ji Gong, joining the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Former Wuhan Mayor Zhou Xianwang Under Investigation — Sent Classical Poem to Friends Days Before Being Taken Away
On July 8, the Chinese Communist Party officially announced that Zhou Xianwang, a former member of the Party Leadership Group and vice chairman of the Hubei Provincial Political Consultative Conference, is under investigation.
Jack Ma's Newspaper Openly Discusses Xi Jinping's Retirement, While the National People's Congress Investigates Li Keqiang's Cause of Death
On July 6, 2025, the Hong Kong English newspaper South China Morning Post published an article titled "New Communist Party rules hint China’s Xi Jinping is delegating more power to deputies." The article suggests that Xi Jinping may be delegating more authority.
Outrageous! 233 Out of 251 Children at Tianshui Kindergarten Diagnosed with Lead Poisoning
The lead poisoning incident involving children at a kindergarten in Tianshui, Gansu Province, has sparked widespread public and media concern. On the evening of July 7, parents of affected children from Tianshui gathered outside the inpatient department of Xi’an Central Hospital.
Absence from BRICS Meeting Due to More Important Matters: Xi Jinping's Actual Destination Revealed
The BRICS leaders' meeting in Brazil took place on July 6 and 7, with Chinese Premier Li Qiang attending in place of Xi Jinping. Beijing explained that Xi Jinping's schedule conflicted with the summit, while external speculation suggests he had more pressing matters to address. What significant commitments could have led to Xi Jinping's absence from a meeting he has never missed?
Senior Leadership Shake-Up: CCP Internal Disputes Stall Fourth Plenum
The much-anticipated Fourth Plenary Session of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) appears to be indefinitely delayed. While the CCP has yet to release any official announcement about the meeting’s schedule, a series of recent high-level personnel changes suggest unusual political turbulence.
Caught in a Dilemma? Senior Officials of the Chinese Communist Party Face a Tough Choice
On July 4, 2025, just hours after a phone call between Trump and Putin, Russia launched its largest drone and missile attack to date against Kyiv and other cities in Ukraine.
BRICS Summit Avoids Provoking Trump; Xi Jinping Absent for 'More Important Matters'
The BRICS leaders' meeting took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on July 6 and 7. Chinese Premier Li Qiang represented Xi Jinping, who was reportedly occupied with more pressing matters. Russian President Putin attended via video link due to concerns about potential arrest.