Tonight: Cloudy, northerly winds of force 2-3. Tomorrow: Cloudy turning sunny, northwesterly winds of force 2-3 shifting to westerly winds of force 4 with gusts up to force 6 in the evening. Temperature: -2°C to 8°C. Tomorrow (7:00-21:00), vehicles with license plates ending in the Arabic numerals 1 and 6 will be subject to traffic restrictions in Zhengzhou.
The first day back after the New Year's holiday, whose DNA hasn't quite recovered from the lazy mornings and food-filled gatherings? The alarm rings and the soul departs; zoning out in meetings with minds full of New Year's fireworks and hotpot—the post-holiday blues have hit the workforce hard! Are you, reading this, fully recharged or still yawning incessantly?
During the New Year's holiday, domestic tourism reached 142 million trips, with total spending of 84.789 billion yuan.
The 2026 New Year's holiday saw a generally stable and orderly national cultural and tourism market, with sustained consumption vitality. According to calculations by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism's data center, the three-day holiday period recorded 142 million domestic tourist trips, with total domestic tourism expenditure reaching 84.789 billion yuan.
During the New Year's holiday, cross-regional passenger traffic volume reached 595 million person-trips.
Data released by the Ministry of Transport on January 4 showed that during the 2026 New Year's holiday (January 1-3), the total volume of cross-regional passenger movement across society was 595 million person-trips, averaging 198 million per day, a daily increase of 19.62% compared to the same period in 2025.
The national railway operating mileage has reached 165,000 kilometers.
In 2025, the railway sector successfully concluded its 14th Five-Year Plan, with the national railway operating mileage reaching 165,000 kilometers, including over 50,000 kilometers of high-speed rail. China has built the world's largest and most advanced high-speed railway network.
Childcare subsidies! Applications open starting tomorrow.
The 2026 childcare subsidy system is undergoing renewal testing, and some individuals have already received invitations via Alipay and completed their applications. The 2026 childcare subsidies will be fully open for application starting tomorrow (January 5). Eligible parents can apply through online channels like the Alipay app or offline channels, with a maximum annual subsidy of 3,600 yuan per child under 3 years old.
Regarding salaries: The 2026 payroll calculation days are here.
The total number of payroll days for 2026 is 261 days (365 days minus 104 weekend rest days, including 13 statutory holidays). The monthly payroll calculation days are fixed at 21.75 days (261 days divided by 12 months). This directly affects daily wage calculations, overtime pay, salary deductions for leave, compensation for unused annual leave, year-end bonus calculations, etc. The daily wage is calculated by dividing the monthly salary by 21.75, which is the statutory standard for payroll accounting.
Starting tomorrow, domestic route fuel surcharges will be reduced.
Several airlines have issued notices stating that domestic route fuel surcharges will be reduced starting January 5, 2026. According to the latest levy standards, the surcharge per passenger for flight segments of 800 kilometers or less will be 10 yuan, and for segments over 800 kilometers, it will be 20 yuan, representing reductions of 10 yuan and 20 yuan respectively from previous rates.
Lei Jun responds to质疑 regarding "fine print marketing" and other criticisms.
On the evening of January 3, Xiaomi founder Lei Jun conducted a scheduled live stream disassembling the YU7. During the stream, Lei announced that Xiaomi Auto delivered over 410,000 vehicles in 2025 (exceeding the target of 350,000 units) and set a target of 550,000 vehicles for 2026. He also disclosed data on store numbers and factory visit人次. Additionally, he addressed nine major criticisms point by point, including "fine print marketing," "green belt warrior," and "comment disabling," denying false rumors, promising to optimize promotional methods, and vowing to crack down on "black PR" armies.
Changchun issues通报 regarding "driver insulting passenger over loud door closing."
On January 4, Changchun, Jilin issued a通报 concerning a ride-hailing driver who insulted a passenger: a fine of 500 yuan is proposed, and his professional qualification will be revoked. The case has been transferred to public security authorities for further handling, and the ride-hailing platform has been ordered to undergo rectification.
Zhang Shuihua resigns, hospital responds.
Recently, "the fastest nurse" Zhang Shuihua posted a video announcing her resignation, which attracted attention. On January 4, staff from the First Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University told reporters that Zhang Shuihua personally submitted her resignation, and the hospital has approved it. "As for the details, it is不便 to disclose."
Burger King apologizes twice in one day.
At 10:00 AM on January 4, Burger King's小程序 and app experienced a short-term crash due to a large influx of fans following the launch of their New Year's gift box featuring endorser Tian Xuning. At 11:12, Burger King China issued an apology, stating that they were urgently repairing the system. Approximately one hour later, Burger King China apologized again, stating that due to the system故障, some users were unable to purchase the 2026 endorser New Year's gift box套餐. They announced that reservations for the same套餐 would open soon on their Tmall flagship store, with specific times and rules to be announced promptly.
Zhengzhou adds 62 sets of "iron cavalry motorcycle-mounted video recording and evidence collection devices."
On January 4, it was learned from the Zhengzhou Municipal Public Security Bureau Traffic Management Detachment that to strengthen urban road traffic秩序 management and enhance technological management levels, 62 sets of "iron cavalry motorcycle-mounted video recording and evidence collection devices" will be added in the urban area. This batch of new mobile law enforcement equipment will officially commence operation on January 12, 2026.
During the New Year's holiday, Zhengzhou Railway累计 sent 2.334 million passengers, a year-on-year increase of 59.6%.
During the New Year's holiday, the China Railway Zhengzhou Group累计 sent 2.334 million passengers over three days, averaging 778,000 passengers per day, an increase of 59.6% compared to the same period in 2025.
During the New Year's holiday, these were the favorite destinations for Zhengzhou residents.
Relevant reports indicate that the top 5 popular local scenic spots in Zhengzhou during the New Year's holiday were: Henan Museum, Only Henan·Drama Fantasy Kingdom, Shaolin Temple, Zhengzhou Yinji Animal Kingdom, and Songshan Mountain Scenic Area. It is worth mentioning that Zhengzhou, together with cities like Luoyang and Kaifeng, forms the "Henan Cultural Tourism Golden Triangle," where surrounding attractions like the Longmen Grottoes and the Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden were also exceptionally popular, creating a regional联动 consumption effect. Details >>>
17.437 million trips! 8.99 billion yuan! Henan's cultural tourism sector welcomes a "strong start" in the New Year.
During the 2026 New Year's holiday, Henan's cultural tourism market enjoyed a strong start. The province累计 received 17.437 million domestic tourist visits, achieving tourism revenue of 8.99 billion yuan. Calculated on a comparable basis, the number of tourist visits and tourism revenue increased by 3.2% and 4.1% respectively compared to the same period in 2025. The top five scenic spots in terms of visitor numbers were: Kaifeng Wansui Mountain Martial Arts City, Kaifeng Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden, Luoyang Luoyi Ancient City, Jiaozuo Yuntai Mountain, and Luoyang Longmen Grottoes.
Henan plans to select 1,268 cadres! Registration starts January 6.
On January 4, Henan issued a notice regarding the 2026 selection of outstanding university graduates to work at the grassroots level. The plan is to select a total of 1,268 individuals, including 1,104普通类选调生 and 164法检专项选调生. Details >>>
Henan adds 2 new undergraduate institutions! Ministry of Education拟 agrees to establish 15 undergraduate schools.
On January 4, the Ministry of Education's official website released a公示 regarding the proposed establishment of undergraduate higher education institutions. Two institutions from Henan were selected: Henan Vocational University of Industry and Technology and Henan University of Information Science and Technology.
Frequent cold air and strong winds expected in Henan next week.
According to Henan Meteorology, starting tomorrow and until next Friday, most of Henan will experience mainly sunny or cloudy weather. However, due to previous precipitation and weak nighttime winds, there will still be fog in some eastern areas from tonight until tomorrow morning. Influenced by cold air, from tomorrow until the 7th, most parts of the province will experience westerly or northwesterly winds of around force 4, with gusts reaching force 7 in the northwest and central-western regions. Although sunshine returns starting tomorrow, the cold air hasn't relaxed its "control." Over the next five days, most areas will see limited temperature increases, with maximum temperatures in many places slowly rising from today's 6°C-8°C to around 10°C, while minimum temperatures will remain at or below freezing.
2026 New Year's holiday box office exceeds 700 million yuan, "Zootopia 2" takes the crown.
According to Lighthouse Pro data, as of 21:00 on January 3, the 2026 New Year's holiday (January 1-3) box office reached 736 million yuan. "Zootopia 2" won the 2026 New Year's holiday box office冠军 and is poised to surpass "Avengers: Endgame" to top the chart of all-time highest-grossing imported films in China.
New national football coach Shao Jiayi: Core goal is to qualify for the World Cup.
On January 4, the new head coach of the Chinese national football team, Shao Jiayi, attended his first media conference since taking office. Shao Jiayi stated that becoming the national team coach is just an important step towards his dream. Leading the team to demonstrate a fighting spirit and achieve results satisfactory to the nation, and helping Chinese football realize its long-standing aspiration of qualifying for the World Cup, are the core work objectives for him and his team.
Cherry prices plummet, but merchants are making a killing.
Recently, the topic "cherry prices have plummeted by nearly 40%" trended online. Reporters visited several supermarkets and fruit stores. In a Hema Fresh store in Chengdu, a 5-jin box of 2J cherries was priced at only 159 yuan. In a fruit shop in Tianfu New Area, 4J cherries originally priced at 78 yuan per jin were reduced to 50 yuan, while 3J cherries could be bought by the box for 40 yuan per jin. Many retailers also launched promotional prices of 80 to 99 yuan for 5-jin boxes. The price drop was even more significant in wholesale markets. In the fruit trading area of the Chengdu Agricultural Products Wholesale Market, a merchant said: "The 5-jin box of 2J cherries we are currently selling is 130 yuan, which is much lower than the over 180 yuan during the same period last year." The merchant attracted customers with a sign saying "Cherries wholesale even for one box," admitting that although the unit price dropped, increased sales volume created a "win-win" situation. Do you think 40 yuan per jin for cherries is expensive or a bargain?
US forcibly detains Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife; Chinese Foreign Ministry issues statement.
On January 4, China responded to the US's forcible detention of the Maduros: China calls on the US to ensure the personal safety of President Maduro and his wife, immediately release President Maduro and his wife, and cease its attempts to颠覆 the Venezuelan government.
Maduro疑似 appears at US DEA, hands cuffed, wearing slippers.
On January 3 local time, the US White House Rapid Response Team's social media account RapidResponse47 shared a video purportedly showing Venezuelan President Maduro arriving under escort at the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). In the footage, Maduro is seen wearing a black hoodie, hands cuffed, wearing slippers, and being escorted by two US agents. Maduro said in English to those present and reporters: "Good evening, Happy New Year."
Rodríguez assumes presidential duties as acting president.
According to CCTV News, on January 3 local time, the Venezuelan Constitutional Court ruled, ordering Venezuelan Executive Vice President Delcy Rodríguez to assume and exercise all the powers, duties, and authority inherent to the office of President of Venezuela in her capacity as "Acting President," to guarantee the continuity of the state administration and the nation's comprehensive defense.
Video曝光: Maduro walks down aircraft ramp wearing脚镣.
An aircraft carrying Venezuelan President Maduro and his wife landed at Stewart Air National Guard Base in New York State on the evening of the 3rd. Earlier that day, US forces conducted a raid on Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, and other locations, apprehending the Maduros and transporting them by helicopter to a warship. Venezuelan Vice President Delcy Rodríguez delivered a televised address on the afternoon of the 3rd, demanding the immediate release of the "kidnapped" Maduros by the United States.
Protests in over 100 US cities denounce attack on Venezuela.
On January 3, demonstrations took place in over 100 US cities, protesting the US attack on Venezuela and opposing the use of武力手段 to颠覆 foreign governments.
Trump reveals details of night raid: Weather caused 4-day delay, Maduro captured in "fortress."
In a telephone interview with Fox News on January 3, US President Trump revealed some details of the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Maduro. Trump said the US had originally planned to carry out the action four days earlier but was delayed due to weather. Trump stated that during the US operation, Maduro was in a highly guarded location, "it was like a fortress." He said the location was equipped with a secure space with steel doors, but Maduro "didn't make it there."
Starlink announces: Providing one month of free broadband service to Venezuela to ensure uninterrupted internet connectivity.
On January 3, Starlink, the satellite internet project under US company SpaceX, stated it would provide one month of free broadband service to Venezuela. Starlink posted a message on social media that day: "Will provide free broadband service to the people of Venezuela until February 3, ensuring uninterrupted internet connectivity." Starlink did not provide further explanation. Currently, internet connectivity in Venezuela is基本正常.
Large-scale power outage strikes southwest Berlin, may last until the 8th.
Large areas in southwest Berlin, the German capital, experienced a power outage on the 3rd due to a fire, affecting approximately 50,000 households and over 2,000 businesses. Some mobile networks, transportation, and electric heating facilities were impacted.
Multi-vehicle collision in Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, leaves 1 dead, 3 injured.
A traffic accident involving over 10 vehicles occurred in Tochigi Prefecture, Kanto region, Japan, on the 4th, resulting in at least 1 death and 3 injuries.
This is not the first time the US has captured a foreign leader.
The Trump administration's current overthrow of the Maduro government in Latin America under the pretext of combating drug trafficking is not exactly "innovative." On the same day (January 3) in 1990, Manuel Noriega, then head of the Panamanian government and once a US ally, was captured by the US, extradited to the United States, and sentenced to long-term imprisonment on drug trafficking charges.
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