Search widened after three die in Chinese new year boat sinking off Borneo

Search widened after three die in Chinese new year boat sinking off Borneo

Malaysian authorities have expanded the search operation for missing passengers of the boat that sank sailing from Kota Kinabalu to Mengalum. The incident, which occurred on 28 January, has claimed the lives of at least three Chinese tourists. Reports indicate the boat was being used for a tourist cruise for Chinese New Year, and the authorities are investigating whether it should have been used as a tourist vessel. Both the captain who was rescued and the boat owner have been arrested. Jan 30, 2017
Worlds only surviving giant panda triplets delight Spring Festival visitors

Worlds only surviving giant panda triplets delight Spring Festival visitors

These rare panda triplets entertained Spring Festival visitors at Chimelong Safari Park, China. The world’s only surviving triplets were the star attraction for holiday makers. On 28 January people around the world celebrated the Lunar New Year.Visiting the pandas is particularly popular in the holiday season. Jan 29, 2017
Chinese New Year: People across the globe celebrate the Year of the Rooster

Chinese New Year: People across the globe celebrate the Year of the Rooster

People in China and worldwide celebrated Chinese New Year with family and friends.This Lunar New Year marks the start of the Year of the Rooster. A colourful Spring Festival gala on Chinese TV was watched by 800 million people.Traditional music and dances were performed and firework displays were lit while people hope for good fortune in the year to come. Jan 28, 2017