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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Return to Classes in the City at the Only School in the Country Where Mandarin Chinese is Taught

The school year 2026 begins in Buenos Aires at the city's only bilingual institution teaching Mandarin Chinese.

Feb 25 • 14:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Fruit-scented cake: the recipe is very simple and easy, but the taste is astonishing

This article provides a simple and delicious recipe for a mandarin cake that fills the home with a sweet fruit aroma.

Feb 22 • 12:50 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Del Potro continues playing exhibitions and even greeted his fans in Mandarin

Juan Martín del Potro remains active in tennis exhibitions, captivating fans worldwide with his presence and performances.

Feb 21 • 18:17 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Shakira surprises by speaking in Mandarin; sends greetings for the Chinese New Year

Shakira delighted her fans by speaking Mandarin in a TikTok video celebrating the Chinese New Year.

Feb 19 • 03:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The humanoid revolution speaks Mandarin: this is how China showcases its advantage in the new technological race

China is showcasing its advancements in humanoid robotics through a viral television performance featuring synchronized robots executing kung fu moves during the Chinese New Year gala.

Feb 18 • 08:57 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Why Draco Malfoy, a character from ‘Harry Potter’, is a symbol of the Chinese New Year?

Draco Malfoy, the antagonist from 'Harry Potter', has unexpectedly become a mascot of the Lunar New Year in China due to the meaning of his name in Mandarin, which combines the words for 'horse' and 'fortune'.

Feb 17 • 22:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Zaharova's Surprising Performance

Maria Zaharova, spokesperson for the Russian Foreign Ministry, surprised audiences by speaking Mandarin during a New Year’s message celebrating the Chinese New Year.

Feb 17 • 19:53 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

A New Video to Recruit Chinese Spies: What’s Behind the CIA’s Move

The CIA has released a new video in Mandarin aimed at recruiting Chinese spies, particularly from the People’s Liberation Army, encouraging them to share confidential information with the U.S.

Feb 13 • 15:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

CIA publishes recruitment video aimed at disaffected Chinese soldiers

The CIA has released a recruitment video in Mandarin to attract disillusioned Chinese soldiers amid recent instability within the PLA.

Feb 13 • 12:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A disruptive strategy: the language Mendoza decided to teach in some public schools

Mendoza, Argentina, is set to implement an optional program teaching Mandarin Chinese in public schools, aimed at enhancing future educational and job opportunities for students.

Feb 11 • 18:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Bad Bunny is #1 on Apple China with 'I Should Have Taken More Photos'

Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny tops the Apple charts in China with the Spanish song 'Debí tirar más fotos,' breaking through a market predominantly focused on Mandarin, K-pop, and Western music.

Feb 5 • 16:53 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
Life & Tech

A Harry Potter villain is now an unlikely new-year mascot in China

Draco Malfoy from Harry Potter is being embraced as a symbol of good fortune in China for the Lunar New Year due to the auspicious meaning of his name in Mandarin.

Feb 4 • 21:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Blending mandarin peels and baking soda: what it is used for and why they recommend doing it

More people are exploring natural home cleaning solutions, with a simple blend of blended mandarin peels and baking soda gaining popularity as an effective cleaner.

Feb 3 • 18:42 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

New Horizons adds Mandarin to ICT curriculum

New Horizons Nigeria has integrated Mandarin into its ICT curriculum to enhance students' competitiveness in global technology markets and engage with China-driven industries.

Feb 3 • 03:05 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

The 'Olympic' Menu of the Mandarin Oriental Milan

As Milan prepares to host the year's most significant sports event, the Mandarin Oriental introduces a seasonal alpine-inspired menu and wellness experiences throughout the month.

Feb 2 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

We want to know the truth about China: here’s how the CIA wants to recruit new spies

The CIA has launched a recruitment campaign targeting individuals who can provide insight into China's secrets, conveyed through a video in Mandarin shared on its official social media channels.

Jan 16 • 09:27 UTC

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