March 23, 2025 Beijing , Temple of Heaven Park
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In Beijing, China’s Temple of Heaven Park, over 30,000 cypress trees have burst into bloom, releasing massive amounts of pollen into the air, creating a haze that will persist until late April. The park has implemented a misting and watering system to mitigate the pollen, but for those with allergies, it’s going to be a tough spring. Meanwhile, in a separate event, Taiwan’s military held a combat drill, where soldiers were seen mock-loading air cannon shells, striking a rather comical pose.