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flag Chinese factory activity rose in December, but real estate and small business struggles persist.

flag Chinese factory activity expanded in December for the first time in eight months, driven by holiday and Lunar New Year demand, easing trade tensions, and strong high-tech manufacturing, though small businesses and hiring remained weak. flag Meanwhile, property giant China Vanke narrowly avoided bond default, underscoring ongoing struggles in China’s real estate sector. flag In Detroit, the FBI reported a 120% surge in arrests in 2025, focusing on violent crime, cyber threats, and terrorism plots, while tolls on key cross-border bridges are set to rise in early 2026. flag Lee Enterprises secured a $50 million investment from billionaire David Hoffmann, reducing debt costs and enabling a leadership transition, while Sheetz opened its fourth Metro Detroit location, expanding rapidly across Michigan.

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