Vision Times Staff
From Democracy Wall to Secret Executions: Yang Shangkun’s Diary on Hu and Deng
Recently unearthed excerpts from "Yang Shangkun’s Diary" shed new light on private conversations between former Chinese Communist Party (CCP) General Secretary Hu Yaobang and state leader Yang Shangkun in 1988. Over several meetings, Hu reportedly...
Lao Deng: Why the CCP’s Crackdown on Falun Gong, Shen Yun Is Doomed to Fail
By Xiao Ran, Vision Times The Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) suppression of Falun Gong has lasted for 26 years, extending far beyond China’s borders and evolving into a systematic campaign of transnational persecution. In an...
Brewing Guide for Optimum Flavor in Six Types of Tea
Although any infused beverage is generally referred to as tea, true tea is made from the leaves of a unique plant: Camellia Sinensis. “Teas” made from other plants are technically considered herbal infusions. Depending on...
Thrall Library Director Matt Pfisterer: Building Community, One Chapter at a Time
When Matt Pfisterer first walked through the doors of Thrall Library in Middletown, New York, in January 2011, the city still had quiet streets and many vacant storefronts. Fourteen years later, it has transformed into...
How Acupuncture Improves Women’s Health
Acupuncture, a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), has been widely used for centuries to address a variety of women’s health issues, particularly gynecological disorders. In recent years, its popularity has grown in Western countries,...
The Offering Begins in Autumn — for Charlie Kirk
By Yuanxi, Vision Times A gunshot shatters the autumn.This world has lost a radiant young man.He was erudite and keen of memory.He was wise and eloquent.His great name, Charlie Kirk, resounds in heaven’s air. At...
The Devil Wears Data: How AI Threatens to Erase the Creative Spark in Fashion
By Babak Baniasadi, Vision Times contributor The screen glows with an ethereal blue light, casting shadows across abandoned sketching tools. A single click unleashes a torrent of designs — endless variations cascading like digital rain....
Documentary ‘State Organs’ Wins Awards at Toronto Film Festival, Stuns Audiences
On Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025, the documentary State Organs, directed by Peabody Award winner Yongjin Zhang, premiered at the Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (TINFF). The packed theater was left in stunned silence as the...
China’s Victory Day Parade Shows Off Military Might, Draws Criticism
Commentary Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted a grand military parade in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square on Wednesday, Sept. 3 commemorating the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II. The event drew global attention as...
Rolling Thunder Audio: A Story of Resilience and Community Connection
For 32 years, Rolling Thunder Audio, led by owner Dave Helale, has been a cornerstone of the local community, bringing high-quality car audio installations, remote starters, and accessories to car enthusiasts. Now 59, Dave reflects...
Animated Feature Mina Brings Uplifting Family Fun to Theaters
New York, NY – The vibrant and heartwarming animated film Mina premiered on Aug. 30 at the Middletown Cinema, captivating audiences with its bold reimagining of classic fairy tales. Produced by Magic Frame Pictures and...
China’s Real Estate Enters Death Spiral: Economic Miracle Comes to a Permanent End
According to the latest July real estate data released by China’s National Bureau of Statistics, second-hand home prices in first-tier cities fell 3.4 percent year-on-year, a 0.4 percentage point increase in the decline compared to...