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Beijing or Bladerunner? China's Sandstorm as Seen By Netizens

As the worst sandstorm in 10 years swept across the capital, netizens posted their best snaps of the apocalyptic scenes.

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 16 March 2021

Beijing Crippled by Worst Sandstorm in 10 Years

A yellow alert was issued by the CMA, which said the sandstorm spread from Inner Mongolia into Beijing.

by Ryan Gandolfo, 15 March 2021

China Is Having Its Hottest Summer in over 50 Years

The high temperatures lasted longer and covered a larger area than normal, and China bore witness to extremer weather.

by Nassir Ali, 04 September 2018

China Could Soon Be the World's Deadliest Place for Heatwaves

Unsurvivable heatwaves are predicted to hit China's most densely populated region by the end of the century, a new study suggests.

by Phumelele Simelane, 04 August 2018

Heavy Rainfall Continues to Wreak Havoc on Beijing Streets

It's raining, it's pouring and it doesn't show signs of stopping anytime soon.

by That's Beijing, 17 July 2018

It's About to Get Really Cold in Beijing

Thanks to yet another cold front, it's going to feel a little bit like the start of winter in the capital on Tuesday.

by Justine Lopez, 09 October 2017

Facebook Asks Beijing Users if They're Safe from Typhoon Hato for Some Reason

Beijing is nearly 2,000 kilometers away from Hong Kong.

by That's Beijing, 25 August 2017

Beijing Received 30 Percent More Rain This Summer Compared to Past 30 Years

​There's no doubt that this summer has been a wet one in Beijing. And now the numbers prove it.

by Justine Lopez, 23 August 2017

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