China on Sunday handed over 17 Filipino sailors it rescued from a shipwreck near Huangyan Dao to the Philippines.
On Friday, a Singapore-registered cargo ship en route from the Philippines to China had lost contact near Huangyan Dao. Two of the 17 rescued sailors were confirmed dead. Four others remain missing.
At the request of the Philippine side, the China Coast Guard (CCG) at 14:43 Sunday successfully handed over the rescued personnel to the Philippine Coast Guard in the waters where the incident occurred.
Following the shipwreck, the CCG immediately dispatched vessels to carry out humanitarian rescue operations for the distressed crew and will continue to mobilize relevant forces for search and rescue efforts.
China hands over 17 Filipino sailors from shipwreck to Philippines
The China Media Group (CMG) on Sunday wrapped up the second rehearsal of its 2026 Spring Festival Gala, bringing the highly anticipated cultural event one step closer to its global broadcast next month.
Production teams said the rehearsal went smoothly, with each performance carefully polished to reflect the joy and union that define Chinese New Year celebrations.
Behind the scenes, creators are still adjusting choreography, enhancing visuals, and fine-tuning every detail to deliver what is envisioned as a genuine "People's Gala,"-- one that feels grounded, emotional, and authentic to everyday life.
As the Year of the Horse draws near, the Gala continues to evolve, embracing cutting-edge technology while staying true to warm, time-honored traditions.
Commonly known as "Chunwan" in Chinese, the Gala has been broadcast live each Chinese New Year's Eve since 1983, and is widely seen as a major cultural symbol of the festival. This year's edition will air on February 16.
2026 Spring Festival Gala runs second rehearsal
