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Source: OT-Team(G), 光明网 Chinese airlines have canceled 49 flight routes to Japan, with free refunds and rescheduling for affected travelers. On the afternoon of January 26, China’s three major carriers—Air China, China Eastern, and China Southern—jointly announced that tickets issued before January 26 for flights to, from, or via Japan scheduled between March 29 and October 24, 2026, can be refunded or rescheduled free of charge. The three airlines are leading the move, and other Chinese carriers are expected to follow suit. This development signals a significant contraction in China–Japan air travel for 2026. Major holiday periods—including Qingming, Labor Day, summer vacations, Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day—are likely to see a notable reduction in Chinese tourists visiting Japan. Data show that in 2025, 9.09 million travelers from the Chinese mainland visited Japan, up 30% from 6.98 million in 2024. However, this growth was concentrated in the first ten months of the year, with monthly arrivals averaging over 800,000. In contrast, the number of mainland Chinese tourists traveling to Japan fell sharply to 560,000 in November and 330,000 in December 2025. Since November 15, 2025, Chinese carriers have been canceling a significant number of Japan-bound flights. According to flight monitoring platform DAST, the cancellation rate of flights from he Chinese mainland to Japan reached 47.2% in January 2026, up 7.8 percentage points from December 2025. By January 26, all flights on 49 routes scheduled for February 2026 had been canceled. Japan’s government statistics, released on January 15, show that 348,700 Chinese nationals (excluding Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan residents) visited Japan in December 2025, a year-on-year decline of approximately 40% and a month-on-month drop of about 35% compared with November 2025. With Chinese airlines continuing to scale back Japan routes, the number of Chinese tourists visiting Japan in 2026 is expected to be significantly affected.

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Source: OT-Team(G), 法治网 A recent topic—“I never knew WeChat Pay had this feature”—has climbed to the top of Chinese social media trending lists, sparking widespread discussion among users. According to posts shared online, some diners reported receiving a lost-item reminder from a merchant shortly after paying their bill. The notification appeared directly within the WeChat Pay interface, alerting them that they may have left something behind at the restaurant. In response to inquiries, Tencent customer service confirmed that the feature is currently supported only by selected merchants. If a merchant does not have access to this function, they may still attempt to notify customers by contacting customer service through other means. Tencent also addressed privacy concerns, stating that merchants do not have access to users’ personal information. The notification is delivered via the official WeChat Pay account and displays only transaction-related details for that specific payment, without revealing any additional personal data. Many users expressed surprise, commenting that they had no idea WeChat Pay offered such a capability. The discussion has since expanded into a broader conversation about lesser-known but highly practical WeChat features that users may be missing out on. Here are several that have recently drawn attention: Turning Image Tables into Editable Documents If you receive a screenshot of an Excel spreadsheet while away from your computer and need to make edits, WeChat can help. By long-pressing the image and selecting “Search,” the app can recognize the table and convert it into an online document, allowing users to edit and manage the data directly. Creating a One-Person Group Chat Instead of sending all files to the “File Transfer Assistant,” which can quickly become cluttered, users can create group chats that include only themselves. By tapping the “+” icon in the chat interface, selecting “Start a Group Chat,” and choosing the “Join Private Group” option, users can enter any four-digit number to create a private group. Renaming these groups allows them to function as organized, self-managed folders. Prioritizing Important Group Messages Previously, even after enabling “Do Not Disturb” for group chats, users would still receive notifications when someone tagged “@all members.” Now, WeChat allows more granular control. Under group settings, users can choose to receive notifications only for messages that mention them directly, tag all members, or relate to group announcements. Up to four key group members can also be designated so their messages still trigger alerts. These understated yet practical tools have prompted many users to rethink how well they actually know the app they use every day. Are these features familiar to you? And are there other WeChat functions you consider indispensable? Users are encouraged to share their tips and discoveries in the comments.

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即将开始的 2026 马年春运，对于绝大部分旅途，将会是首次「全程无纸」旅途。The 2026 Year of the Horse Spring Festival travel peak might well be the first one ever where passengers can experience fully paperless travel.

【车辆名称】：上汽大通V100生活家 【上牌时间】：2024年5月 【公里数】：1.35公里 【过户情况】：原车原户，非营运 【底盘名称】：上汽大通V100 【动力】：2.0T柴油发动机 【驱动方式】：前置后驱 【变速箱】：6AT自动挡 【排放标准】：国六排放 【核载人数】：6人 【车身尺寸】：长:5990宽: 2494 高:3081 【水电配置】：48V302Ah锂电池（14.5度电）+48V6000W行车发电机，3000W逆变器，300W太阳能，155L清水箱，85L灰水箱 【电器配置】：48VKME直流空调，152L英得尔双开门冰箱，驻车燃油暖风热水一体机，生活区智能娱乐大屏，智能语音家居控制系统，JBL音箱，微波炉，电磁炉，抽油烟机，mini3Kg洗衣机，双向换气扇，高清流媒体后视镜，四路监控 【卫生间配置】：独立卫生间，塞特福德抽拉马桶，淋浴花洒，洗漱盆，毛巾架，化妆镜，卫生间换气扇 【户外配置】：电动踏步，电动户外遮阳棚，户外翻折桌板，户外抽拉柴油灶，外置淋浴接口，户外加水口，防蚊纱帘，电动驻车支腿 【其它配置】：多功能方向盘，360影像，中控大屏，一键启动，电子手刹，L2驾驶辅助系统，LED自动头灯

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2026年铁路春运自2月2日开始，至3月13日结束，为期40天。2026年春节假期时间为2月15日（农历腊月二十八、周日）至23日（农历正月初七、周一），共9天。 China's 2026 railway Spring Festival travel period spans 40 days, from February 2 to March 13, encompassing the nine-day official holiday from February 15 to February 23. 按照提前15天售票的规定，春运首日火车票于1月19日开始发售。今年春运期间，全国铁路预计发送旅客5.39亿人次、同比增长5.0%。预计节前售票高峰为1月29日至2月1日，节后返程售票高峰为2月7日至10日。 This travel period will see 539 million railway passenger trips, a 5.0% increase. Ticket sales start on January 19. Sales peaks are forecast for January 29–February 1 (pre-holiday) and February 7–10 (post-holiday returns). 今年春运，铁路部门为2026届高校毕业生异地求职增加2次优惠购票次数。落实学生、儿童、伤残军警等重点旅客票价优惠措施，年满60周岁、14至28周岁持居民身份证、港澳台居民居住证、港澳居民来往内地通行证、台湾居民来往大陆通行证、外国人永久居留身份证的常旅客会员购票乘车可分别获票面金额的15倍、10倍积分。 This year, railway authorities are offering 2026 graduates seeking employment two priority ticket-booking opportunities. Discounted fares continue for students, children, and military or police personnel with disabilities. Additionally, frequent travelers aged 60+ or 14–28 can earn 15x or 10x reward points, respectively, with the valid Resident ID Card, Residence Permit for Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan Residents, Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents, Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents, and Foreign Permanent Resident ID Card. 购票必看 今年这些新变化一定要知道 Must-Read for Ticket Buyers Key New Changes of This Year 12306上线新功能，买错火车票可限时免费退 New 12306 Feature: Time-limited Free Refund for Incorrectly Purchased Train Tickets 1月19日起，铁路12306平台（含网站、App等，下同）推出旅客误购限时免费退票服务，旅客通过铁路12306平台购买乘车日期为2月2日及以后火车票时，如误购车票，在购票支付成功30分钟内且在开车前4小时以上，购票人可线上自助办理退票，不收取退票费。 Starting January 19, the 12306 platform offers free refunds for mistaken ticket purchases for travel dates starting February 2. To qualify, passengers must process the self-service refund within 30 minutes of payment and at least four hours before departure. 铁路“静音车厢”服务范围拓展 Expansion of Railway "Quiet Carriage" Service 图片来自中国铁路 Pic from China Railway 自2月1日起，“静音车厢”服务将拓展至除动卧列车之外的“D”字头、“G”字头动力分散动车组列车，届时全国铁路提供“静音车厢”服务的列车将增至超8000列。提供“静音车厢”服务的列车在铁路12306购票界面上标注“静”字，旅客如选择购买“静音车厢”车票，须同意静音约定。 Starting February 1, the "Quiet Carriage" service will expand to over 8,000 "D" and "G" series trains (excluding sleeper trains). These carriages are identified by the "静" icon on the 12306 platform, and passengers must accept a "quietness agreement" when booking. 雪具可以带上高铁了 Ski Equipment Can Now Be Taken on High-Speed Rail 今年1月15日起，东北地区部分车站、列车试点推出“雪具便利行”服务，“雪”字是其特定车次标识。旅客线上预约成功后可随车携带雪具并存放在列车指定位置，实现人和雪具随车同行。 Since January 15, select Northeast China trains have piloted the "Ski Gear Convenience" service, identified by the "雪" (Ski) symbol. By reserving online, passengers can carry and store their equipment in designated on-board areas. 中国铁路12306网站英文版快速指南 Quick Guide for Navigating 12306.cn English Website https://www.12306.cn/en/index.html 12306英文网站接受哪些身份证件? What ID documents are accepted by 12306.cn English website? https://www.12306.cn/en/faq.html#item0q09 12306英文网站提供哪些服务? What services does 12306.cn English website provide? https://www.12306.cn/en/faq.html#item0q07 什么是车票改签？ What is endorsement? https://www.12306.cn/en/faq.html?item=1 车票改签的规则有哪些？ What are the rules of ticket endorsement? https://www.12306.cn/en/faq.html?item=1 来源：央视新闻微信公众号，中国铁路12306网站 Source of info: CCTV News, 12306 China Railway 图片仅做学习交流使用 Pics for info sharing only 编辑, 翻译 Editing, Translation: 张怡馨 Zhang Yixin 审核 Review：张雯妮 Zhang Wenni, 戴婧 Dai Jing

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Source: OT-Team(G) Starting January 15, 2026, Lufthansa passengers will no longer be allowed to use external batteries during flights, whether on smartphones, tablets, or laptops, the airline announced. Passengers may still bring power banks on board, but with strict limitations. Devices with a capacity of up to 100 watt-hours (Wh) are allowed, while larger models require airline approval. Power banks are strictly prohibited in checked luggage, a rule already enforced by airlines worldwide. The storage and use of power banks on flights will also be more strictly regulated. During the flight, passengers cannot connect power banks to onboard power outlets or USB ports, except when used for essential medical devices. Passengers are prohibited from storing power banks in overhead compartments. Only storage in the seat pocket in front, under the front-row seat, or in carry-on bags is permitted. Lufthansa is not alone in adopting this policy. In the Middle East, Emirates Airlines implemented a complete ban on power bank use in-flight starting October 2025. Similarly, in the Asia-Pacific region, airlines including Singapore Airlines and Thai Airways prohibit charging or using power banks during flights. In South Korea, airlines such as Asiana require passengers to keep power banks in their carry-on luggage and ban their use or storage in overhead bins. In Australia, Qantas prohibited in-flight use of power banks starting December 2025. In India, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has also issued new regulations banning the use of power banks to charge electronic devices during domestic flights. Updated safety guidelines specify that passengers must keep power banks and similar spare lithium batteries in carry-on luggage and are prohibited from placing them in overhead compartments. These measures reflect a global effort to enhance flight safety by reducing the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries.

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北京在过去 5 年中，建成了许多地铁站，还有铁路枢纽站和有特色的铁路车站。Beijing added lots of Subways in the past 5 years — but also three rail hubs, and stations worth a special look!

Source: OT-Team(G), 中国铁路 China’s railway operator has announced two passenger-focused service upgrades aimed at improving ticketing convenience and onboard travel comfort. Free Refund Service for Accidental Ticket Purchases Starting January 19, the 12306 platform—including its website and mobile app—will introduce a time-limited free refund service for passengers who accidentally purchase train tickets. The policy applies to tickets with travel dates on or after February 2. Under the new measure, if a passenger mistakenly purchases a ticket, they may apply for a free online refund within 30 minutes after payment is completed, provided the request is made more than four hours before the train’s departure. No refund fee will be charged, allowing passengers to correct errors quickly and at no cost. The service covers tickets purchased through 12306 using electronic payment or reward points for domestic passenger trains, as well as cross-border trains with Hong Kong West Kowloon as the departure or arrival station. Refunds will be processed through the original payment channel: cash payments will be returned accordingly, while reward points will be credited back with their original validity period unchanged. Each passenger may use this free refund service for one order per calendar day. The policy does not apply to ticket changes, advance reservations, or waitlisted purchases. China’s existing tiered refund policy remains in effect, and refunds made within the standard free-refund period do not count toward the daily limit for accidental purchase refunds. If an accidental purchase occurs at an offline ticket window, passengers must report it immediately, and staff will assist with reissuing the ticket on the spot. Railway authorities said the initiative is designed to reduce financial losses caused by accidental purchases and better protect passenger rights while enhancing the overall ticket-buying experience. Expansion of “Quiet Carriage” Service In a separate move to improve onboard comfort, the railway department will expand its “Quiet Carriage” service starting February 1. The service will be extended to all “D” and “G” series electric multiple unit (EMU) trains, except for sleeper EMU services. With this expansion, more than 8,000 trains nationwide will offer Quiet Carriages. A Quiet Carriage is designed to provide a relatively calm travel environment by lowering broadcast volumes, guiding passenger behavior, and offering attentive, low-volume service from train staff. Carriages are marked with standardized signage and service reminder cards, and disposable earplugs are available upon request. The service follows the principles of voluntary participation, shared responsibility, and moderate staff intervention, allowing passengers to choose whether to travel in a Quiet Carriage. Trains offering the service are marked with a “Quiet” indicator on the 12306 booking interface. Passengers must agree to the Quiet Carriage code of conduct before purchasing a seat. The guidelines require passengers to keep noise to a minimum, set electronic devices to silent or vibrate mode, leave the carriage to make or receive phone calls, use headphones when playing audio or video, and ensure that children are supervised to avoid loud behavior or crying. Train staff will provide friendly reminders and guidance when necessary to maintain a peaceful environment. China Railway first piloted the Quiet Carriage concept in December 2020 on major high-speed routes such as the Beijing–Shanghai and Chengdu–Chongqing lines. The service has since expanded to several other high-speed corridors, including routes linking the Chinese mainland with Hong Kong, and has been well received by passengers. Under the expanded arrangement, single EMU trainsets with 8 or 16 cars will include one Quiet Carriage, while 17-car long “Fuxing” trainsets will feature two. For coupled EMU trains, each set will have one Quiet Carriage. Passengers can select the option “Please prioritize assigning a Quiet Carriage seat” when purchasing tickets via 12306 or ticket vending machines. Railway authorities encourage passengers choosing Quiet Carriage seats to follow the agreed guidelines, helping to jointly create a civilized, comfortable, and tranquil travel environment.

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