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As Europe Swelters, Old Cooling Traditions Offer New Ideas
As Europe faces another heatwave, discover traditional ways to stay cool, from window tricks to yoga breathing and winter melon. Another heatwave is pushing temperatures higher across Europe. Health authorities...
China vocational education
China Expands Vocational Education with 27 New Majors for Emerging Industries
China has added 27 new vocational education majors in fields including AI, the low-altitude economy and humanoid robotics. The new programmes will begin enrolling students in 2027. China has added 27 vocational...
China's delivery poet
China's 'Delivery Poet' on Winning the Lu Xun Literature Prize
China’s “delivery poet” Wang Jibing talks about winning the Lu Xun Literature Prize, his poetry collection Flying Low and writing about ordinary lives. When Wang Jibing learned that he...
Dear You exhibition
'Dear You' Film Props and Qiaopi Exhibition Opens in Beijing
A Beijing exhibition showcases Dear You film props alongside historic Qiaopi letters, revealing the lives, memories and cultural heritage of overseas Chinese. Props from the hit Chinese film Dear You are...
China academic integrity
China Tightens Academic Integrity Rules Amid High-Profile Degree Revocations
China is tightening academic integrity through stricter plagiarism rules, AI guidelines and stronger oversight in higher education. China is stepping up efforts to strengthen academic integrity, as two...
China's foreign trade
China's Next Stage | How China's Foreign Trade Reached a Record High
China’s foreign trade reached a record high in the first half of the year, driven by innovation, private-sector vitality and a more diversified global market. China’s total imports and exports...
Nansun Shi
Nansun Shi, Producer Behind Hong Kong Cinema's Golden Age, Dies at 75
Hong Kong film producer Nansun Shi, who helped shape the city’s cinematic golden age and brought Chinese-language films to global audiences, has died at the age of 75. When the credits rolled on...
China cooling appliance exports
China's Cooling Appliance Exports Rise Amid Global Heatwaves
China’s exports of cooling appliances reached 107.91 billion yuan in the first half of 2026 as global heatwaves boosted overseas demand, while smart home appliances and Chinese brands continued to...
China cave adventure
Why China's Caves Are Becoming Adventure Hotspots
Discover how caves in southwest China’s Guizhou Province are evolving from sightseeing attractions into adventure destinations, offering activities such as via ferrata climbing, underground paddleboarding...
Lighthouse Factory for Traditional Chinese Medicine
Inside the world's first Lighthouse Factory for Traditional Chinese Medicine
Step inside the world’s first Lighthouse Factory for traditional Chinese medicine and see how AI and digital systems support herbal medicine production. For many people, traditional Chinese medicine...
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BIEA International Youth STEM Competition Final and Showcase Held in London
On July 7th, the 2026 BIEA International Youth STEM Competition Final and Showcase took place at Mercato Metropolitano in Elephant & Castle, London. Now in its ninth year, the competition has built...
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How Overseas Chinese Youth Explored China This Summer
Overseas Chinese youth explored Shanxi, Shanghai and Chengdu this summer, experiencing ancient architecture, intangible cultural heritage and traditional Chinese culture through immersive activities. This...
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Visitors Suit Up for an 'Interstellar' Adventure in China's Alien Valley
Visitors explore China’s Alien Valley in astronaut suits, where colourful rock formations and dramatic canyons create a landscape that looks like another planet. It looks like a scene from a science...
Beijing new Ferris wheel
Can Beijing's New Ferris Wheel Become the City's Next Landmark?
Beijing’s new 99-metre Ferris wheel, Big Eye Beijing, is attracting crowds and sparking hopes it could become the city’s next iconic landmark. Beijing has added a new feature to its skyline...
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Chinese Hot Pot Brand Shoo Loong Kan Opens First Belgium Restaurant in Antwerp
Chinese hot pot chain Shoo Loong Kan has opened a restaurant in Antwerp in June, its 23rd in Europe. The grand opening took place on June 27th with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, lion dancing, traditional...
Chinese robot exports
Chinese Robots Reach More Countries as Exports Top 10 Million Units
China exported more than 10 million robots in the first five months of the year, with smart cleaning robots leading shipments to over 150 countries. Chinese-made robots are reaching more countries around...
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East 2046 Festival Lands in July During London During Data Week
East 2046 Festival’s second edition is coming to London from 4–12 July 2026 in collaboration with London Data Week. Themed “Good Luck ~ Bad Luck”, the idea is that, in an age when algorithms are...
China health plan
China's Next Stage | Bringing Health Closer to Home
China is expanding access to healthcare, fitness and preventive services as it works toward a healthier future under its new five-year health plan. Staying healthy is becoming easier for many people in...
Beijing and London digital economy
Beijing and London Lead Global Digital Economy City Rankings
Beijing and London rank among the world’s top digital economy cities, according to a new report released at the 2026 Global Digital Economy Conference. Beijing and London rank among the world’s...
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The Garden Cinema to Open Hong Kong Film Season
From July 9th to August 27th a new Hong Kong film season is opening at The Garden Cinema in London, focused on the Golden Age. Following last year’s Hong Kong New Wave 1979–1989 season, The Garden...
Hong Kong return anniversary
Hong Kong Marks 29th Anniversary of Return to Motherland
Hong Kong marked the 29th anniversary of its return to the motherland on July 1, 2026, with a flag-raising ceremony and commemorative events. Hong Kong marked the 29th anniversary of its return to the...
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Meet Zub: The Shop Cat Winning Hearts Across Hong Kong
Meet Zub and discover why Hong Kong’s famous shop cats have become social media stars, tourist attractions and beloved neighbourhood icons. “The first thing I wanted to do in Hong Kong was...
Chinese cooling products
As Europe Heats Up, Chinese Cooling Products Gain Ground
Europe’s heatwave is driving demand for Chinese cooling products, from portable air conditioners and fans to ice makers, as consumer habits begin to shift. A deadly heatwave sweeping across Europe...
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Yunnan Tea Showcased at It begins With YUN Pop-Up
The It Begins With YUN pop-up is bringing together independent brands including Pulu° tea for a limited time only. The summer pop-up was created to give smaller or independent brands a physical space....
Global Entrepreneurship Connection
Shanghai's Global Entrepreneurship Connection Makes International Debut in London
Shanghai’s Global Entrepreneurship Connection made its international debut in London in June during London Tech Week. In 2026, Shanghai Technology Innovation Center (STIC), serving as the coordinator,...
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Why Global Companies Are Deepening Supply Chain Partnerships in China
Multinational companies are expanding partnerships with Chinese firms to boost innovation, strengthen supply chains and reach global markets. “Supply chains also create shared success.” Companies...
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Why Young Chinese Turn to a British Scholar for Life Advice
Young Chinese people are turning to British anthropologist Alan Macfarlane for answers about anxiety, work, relationships and the future. What do you think about death? When asked how he views death, Alan...
China ethnic autonomous regions
China’s Next Stage | Growth Beyond the Numbers in China's Ethnic Autonomous Regions
China’s ethnic autonomous regions have seen rapid growth in GDP, infrastructure, connectivity and mobility over the past decade. China’s five ethnic autonomous regions have undergone profound...
LineShine supercomputer
China's LineShine Becomes the Fastest Supercomputer in the World
China’s LineShine supercomputer has ranked first on the latest TOP500 list, becoming the world’s first system to exceed 2 exaflops in sustained performance. Where is the fastest supercomputer...
Dragon Boat Festival tourism
Dragon Boat Races and Cultural Experiences Boost China's Holiday Tourism
China’s Dragon Boat Festival holiday saw strong tourism growth, driven by dragon boat races, traditional cultural experiences and a surge in inbound travel bookings. Dragon boat races and traditional...
China AI stamps
China Puts Artificial Intelligence on Stamps for the First Time
China’s first AI-themed stamp set highlights the origins of artificial intelligence, large language models, and humanoid robots. China Post released the country’s first special stamp set dedicated...
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BIBF 2026 Highlights Growing UK-China Publishing Cooperation
The 32nd Beijing International Book Fair brings together over 1,700 exhibitors from 82 countries and regions, promoting copyright trade, publishing cooperation and cultural exchange. The 32nd Beijing International...
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