Explore summer nights in Beijing: Where global flavors meet local energy In Beijing's Haidian district, a cultural and creative park built from a converted wine factory is hosting a summer food festival featuring over 100 global cuisines. From European sourdough to Asian street-food favorites, it's a one-stop destination to explore world flavors without ever leaving the city. This lively festival is just one highlight of Beijing's vibrant summer nightlife. From trendy art districts to ancient hutongs, the city offers countless after-dark spots waiting to be discovered, each with its own unique energy. So grab your friends and go find your own perfect Beijing summer night.

On July 1 at approximately 11:00 PM, police detained independent filmmaker and political satirist Zhang Peng (张鹏)—known online as Zhang Neixian (张内咸)—on suspicion of “picking quarrels and provoking trouble” (寻衅滋事罪). He is being held at the Haidian District Detention Center. The offense of “Picking quarrels and provoking trouble,” is formally intended to address public disorder. A 2013 judicial interpretation extends its application to certain online conduct, including threats, serious harassment, and fabricated information causing severe disruption. Yet authorities have not specified which of these harms Zhang allegedly committed. This shows the charge’s political function: it's purposeful ambiguity allows criticism of the CCP to be recast as "disorder," and dissent to become a threat to social stability.