This week’s social media is packed with Lunar New Year festivities, trending controversies, and major political updates. From red packet giveaways and the Spring Festival Gala to trade tensions and AI breakthroughs, discussions are heating up across platforms. Dive into the latest buzz shaping China’s digital landscape!
Chen Zheyuan’s Lucky Red Packet Giveaway Actor Chen Zheyuan celebrates Lunar New Year by sending virtual red packets to fans, sparking excitement with the phrase, "If you're truly loyal, grab your lucky cash!" Read more
Spring Festival Gala Takes Over Social Media As China prepares for the annual Spring Festival Gala, netizens discuss its joyful theme, "Auspicious Year of the Snake, Endless Prosperity," which promises a spectacular celebration. Read more
Red Packets Dominate New Year Celebrations With the arrival of Lunar New Year, red packets become a trending topic, as people share stories about e-gifting and the traditions behind giving lucky money. Read more
Douyin
China Retaliates Against U.S. Tariff Hike China announces countermeasures in response to the U.S. imposing a 10% tariff on $300 billion worth of Chinese imports, escalating trade tensions. Read more
Spring Festival Gala Shines with Top Stars This year’s gala features stellar performances from Bai Lu, Jin Chen, and other celebrities, bringing festive joy to households nationwide. Read more
Ke Jie Breaks Down in Livestream After LG Cup Controversy After his controversial penalty in the LG Cup semifinals, Go champion Ke Jie gets emotional during a livestream, claiming discrimination against him. Read more
Xiaohongshu
Netizen Suggests Yue Yunpeng Should Skip Spring Festival GalaDuring his crosstalk performance, an outspoken audience member suggested comedian Yue Yunpeng should not return to the gala, sparking online discussions. Read more
Lunar New Year Blessings Fill XiaohongshuUsers flood the platform with festive wallpapers and New Year greetings, embracing the theme "Auspicious Year of the Snake, Happiness & Prosperity." Read more
Canned Peaches Become a Viral Meme as "Dragon Corpse Pieces"A Chinese supermarket labels canned peaches as "Dragon Corpse Pieces," referring to their resemblance to the cartoon character Milk Dragon, amusing netizens. Read more
Baidu
Chinese Leaders Visit Senior Officials for New Year GreetingsPresident Xi Jinping and top leaders meet with senior officials ahead of the Lunar New Year, reinforcing national unity and future development goals. Read more
Every Individual Shines: China's Modernization Success StoriesFrom agricultural innovation to high-tech engineering, stories of Chinese citizens contributing to national progress highlight the country's advancements. Read more
Lunar New Year Banquet: Xi Jinping’s Keynote SpeechDuring the annual Spring Festival gathering, President Xi reflects on 2024's achievements and outlines goals for economic growth and national security in 2025. Read more
Zhihu
What Were the Biggest Highlights of the 2025 CCTV Spring Festival Gala?Users discuss the gala’s most captivating moments, including AI-powered robot dancers and performances by international rock bands. Read more
DeepSeek AI: The Future of Chinese Tech?AI model DeepSeek is gaining recognition for its innovation, affordability, and open-source approach, fueling discussions on its potential global impact. Read more
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