China launched its first multi-centre clinical trial of a 128-channel fully implantable brain-computer interface system for patients with spinal cord injuries.
China launched its first multi-centre clinical...
From tactile replicas to audio guides, museums across China are creating more accessible and multi-sensory ways for visitors to experience history and culture.
Fingers slowly moved across the cool surface...
Following their victory at the ITTF World Table Tennis Championships, Team China participated in some ping pong diplomacy in London.
On May 11th a series of speeches, a panel talk, and friendly ping pong...
From banquet highlights to Chinese-style fashion and a surprise magpie, here are the most talked-about moments from Trump’s China visit.
As US President Donald Trump concluded his visit to China, many...
Why is the Temple of Heaven a key stop for global leaders? Explore the history, cultural symbolism and diplomatic significance of this iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As US President Donald Trump visits...
Kinmen sees a new wave of visitors from Shanghai as tourism resumes, with Chinese mainland travellers drawn to its historic villages, coastal scenery and cultural heritage.
The first group of tourists...
Chinese robotics company Unitree unveiled GD01, a human-carrying transforming robot that can switch between bipedal and four-legged movement modes.
Chinese robotics company Unitree has unveiled what it...
As AI costs rise, China is building shared computing platforms that allow businesses to access AI power like electricity or cloud utilities.
When Chinese AI entrepreneur Li Zhong talks about the biggest...
Tibetan antelopes have begun their annual migration across Qinghai’s Hoh Xil in China, as conservation efforts have supported a population recovery to 70,000 antelopes.
On May 7th, the first group of 158...
A Chinese court has ruled in support of a human worker replaced by AI, suggesting that companies cannot just replace humans with AI in China.
Hangzhou Intermediate People’s Court in Hangzhou, an...
Pop Mart opened its largest store to date in London, at Charing Cross, in April, as the Chinese blind box toy retailer continues to expand in the UK.
The new store is over 5,000 square feet, with a ground...
A Chinese box office hit, Dear You, has unexpectedly resonated with audiences through its portrayal of family bonds and the forgotten tradition of “Qiaopi,” handwritten letters sent by overseas Chinese...
China has licensed its first group of domestically trained commercial airship pilots, marking a milestone for the country’s growing low-altitude aviation industry and AS700 airship program.
China’s civil...
Wu Yize beat Shaun Murphy 18–17 in a dramatic Crucible final to win the 2026 World Snooker Championship, marking a key moment in China’s rise in snooker.
Wu Yize won his first World Snooker Championship...
AI tools and digital archives are helping overseas Chinese trace ancestral roots by decoding old records, tombstones, and historical place names.
At the Digital China Summit, held from April 28th to May...
From cosplay date commissions and instant reply companions to digital parents and pet services, China’s young generation is driving a fast-growing companionship economy to meet evolving emotional needs.
Driven...
This May, London-based Jingkun Chinese Arts will present a distinctive programme of Chinese opera at Brighton Fringe 2026.
The programme will include the revival of a nearly lost classical Kunqu work,...
Eurasian otters have returned to Chengdu after decades of absence, with new footage showing how they adapt to urban waterways and drainage canals.
An infrared camera recently captured a rare scene in Chengdu,...
Hong Kong’s e-cigarette ban covers public possession. Offenders face fines up to HK$50,000 and jail. Authorities aim to protect public health.
The Hong Kong Department of Health has announced a new...
The 2026 Beijing International Flower Show opens in Fengtai, featuring 1,000+ flower varieties from 30+ countries, themed gardens and citywide events.
The 2026 Beijing International Flower Show opened...
China is restructuring university majors, adding new interdisciplinary programs while cutting outdated ones to better align with emerging industries and economic needs.
China is reworking the structure...
China clones ten yaks in Tibet through natural delivery, marking a step toward large-scale use of cloning technology in livestock breeding.
A Chinese research team has brought yak cloning closer to practical...
Yiwu sees an early surge in World Cup-related orders as the 2026 FIFA World Cup expansion drives demand for customised football goods and global sports merchandise.
With just over a month left before the...
The 2026 Beijing Auto Show becomes the world’s largest auto exhibition, highlighting electric vehicles, AI-driven mobility, and global automotive innovation.
The 2026 Beijing Auto Show has opened as the...
Shanghai bespoke is attracting foreign visitors with tailor-made suits, fast service and immersive experiences, reshaping how travellers engage with the city.
“Bespoke” was once closely tied to London’s...
The streaming giant’s plan to clone actors using artificial intelligence has ignited a fierce debate — and raised pressing questions about the future of human creativity.
iQIYI, one of China’s leading...
Hong Kong places eight universities in the top 100 in Asia in the Times Higher Education 2026 rankings, with strong performance across major institutions.
The 2026 Asia university rankings released by...
China has selected two Pakistani candidates for astronaut training, with one set to become the first foreign astronaut to join a mission to China’s Tiangong space station.
China has selected two Pakistani...
China is testing robot guide dogs to support people with visual impairment, aiming to improve mobility and independent travel through assistive robotics.
A new generation of robot guide dogs is being tested...
Cleaner water at Erhai Lake in southwest China is drawing more visitors and reshaping daily life after years of restoration and watershed management.
Morning light reaches the western shore of Erhai Lake...
Discover which roles earn the most in China’s 2026 job market. Tech jobs lead, with strong demand in AI, robotics, and new energy sectors.
In spring, the job market becomes active. Across China, labour...
China’s latest reading survey shows rising digital reading rates while printed books remain widely preferred, reflecting a dual-track reading culture in 2025.
China’s adult reading participation rose slightly...