Immigration & Borders: China says it has taken action against 100+ Philippine nationals accused of illegally working or residing in the country, as Beijing tightens supervision of foreigners’ status. Diplomacy & Cultural Exchange: Manila is weighing tighter oversight of academic and cultural exchange with China, with a spotlight on Chinese-language schools, amid claims of “foreign malign influence.” Culture & Lifestyle: Beijing’s National Centre for the Performing Arts hosts “Guanhua: The Art of Tea,” an immersive exhibition asking what tea’s “true value” means in an AI age. Heritage & Art: Hangzhou museum debuts original Yuanmingyuan bronze animal heads, while a new study on ancient Shu jades links Sanxingdui and Jinsha ritual culture. Tech & Business: Unitree sets its Shanghai IPO price at 150.80 yuan/share, aiming to become the first mainland-listed humanoid robot maker. Robotics & Travel: Tech-themed tours are rising among overseas visitors, mixing factory visits and demos with business travel. Sports & Pop Culture: “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” keeps smashing box-office records worldwide. Environment: Marine heatwaves are flagged as an emerging public health threat, not just an ocean problem.