Chinese scientists have announced the success of a space experiment in which a chrysalis metamorphosed into a butterfly, yielding valuable data on biological survival in the harsh microgravity environment beyond Earth.

Shanghai aims to become one of the world's top three cities by economic scale within this decade, driven by an ambitious annual GDP growth target that was outlined in the draft of the city's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30).
China's steel sector is expected to reach a globally advanced technological level by 2030, with breakthroughs in high-end steel and low-carbon metallurgical technologies making the nation one of the world's key sources of innovation in the sector, said Mao Xinping, an academician at the Chinese Academy of Engineering.
A Vietnamese couple present a banner in gratitude to doctors of the Children's Hospital of Fudan University after their child, suffering from Type 1 spinal muscular atrophy, was successfully treated in September, 2024.
On Feb 3, 1988, China and Uruguay — separated by vast oceans — established diplomatic relations, opening a chapter of engagement grounded in mutual respect and shared interests.

China's Commercial Aircraft Corporation (COMAC) said Tuesday it is showcasing its C909 and C919 aircraft at the 2026 Singapore Airshow, which opened the same day, as it seeks to deepen exchanges and cooperation with partners.
Nanshan district in Shenzhen, Guangdong province, is showing how technological innovation can lead to economic growth and turn it into a sustainable driver of development, even with limited resources.
Former US president Bill Clinton (L) and former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton (R) arrive for the inauguration ceremony where Donald Trump will sworn in as the 47th US president in the US Capitol Rotunda in Washington, DC, on Jan 20, 2025.
In a bid to address potential safety risks associated with hidden door handle designs, a mandatory national standard on automotive door handle safety will come into force on Jan 1, 2027, said the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology on Monday. The standard mandates that each vehicle door—excluding the tailgate—must be equipped with both a mechanically released exterior door handle and a mechanically released interior door handle.
Five people were killed in a fire at a nursing home in Qiqihar city, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, on Monday, local authorities said Tuesday. The fire, which broke out on Monday at about 3 pm, has been put out. Investigation into the cause of the accident is underway.

This was announced by the National Forestry and Grassland Administration on Monday, the 30th World Wetlands Day. The administration added that the achievement was realized through more than 3,800 projects.

The world's first hybrid-powered unmanned cargo aircraft successfully completed its maiden flight on Sunday in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.
Increasing efforts in facilitating cross-border travel enhance mutual understanding and exchanges between the Chinese and ROK people, said Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Lin Jian on Monday.
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday held a welcome ceremony for President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay Yamandu Orsi, who is on a state visit to China.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang stressed on Monday the need to advance development, improve people's well-being and boost growth momentum in a more solid and effective way.

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The United States and India have reached a trade deal, under which the U.S. will lower its so-called reciprocal tariffs on India from 25 percent to 18 percent, U.S.
Operations along a third of the "Blue Line" -- the unofficial border between the two countries -- were halted for over nine hours. UNIFIL labeled the action "unacceptable," noting it hindered the mission's mandate and could pose health risks to both peacekeepers and civilians.
UN humanitarians on Monday called on more countries to accept patients from Gaza as the Rafah crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopens.The limited reopening of Rafah allowed some patients and their companions to exit directly into Egypt, while others transited through the Israeli-controlled Kerem Shalom crossing.
France adopted its 2026 state budget after the government led by Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu survived two no-confidence votes over the issue in the National Assembly on Monday.
Chinese automaker Deepal Automobile Technology, a unit of Changan Automobile, led electric vehicle sales in Israel in January, industry data showed on Monday.
Former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has been recommended as a candidate for the next UN secretary-general, said the spokeswoman for the president of the UN General Assembly on Monday.
Two people have been killed and three others remain missing after a bridge under construction collapsed on Monday afternoon in Yancheng City, east China's Jiangsu Province, local authorities said early Tuesday. Rescue operations and an investigation into the cause of the accident are underway.
Britain on Monday imposed another package of sanctions against ten individuals and an organization, blaming their role in dealing with the recent unrest in Iran, according to a statement by the country's foreign office.
"It is the same spirit that will now embrace the world's best winter sports athletes as they prepare to make their Olympic dream come true."Updates are expected from coordination commissions and organizing committees for the upcoming Games, including Milan-Cortina 2026, Los Angeles 2028 and future editions through 2034, as well as the Youth Olympic Games.
U.S. stocks gained on Monday as Wall Street balanced optimistic corporate earnings against the logistical disruptions of a partial government shutdown.
Construction worker Liu, seated inside train K4069, felt a rush of excitement as the platform clock at Beijing West Railway Station struck 12:40 am and the whistle blew on cue.
People take part in a demonstration against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Games in Milan, northern Italy, on January 31, 2026.
A British martial arts enthusiast demonstrates Chinese kung fu at the square in front of the Bell and Drum Towers in Beijing on Monday.Sipping ginger tea and trying acupuncture are also among those praised, as well as the proclamation, "You met me at a very Chinese time of my life".
The "50,000 in Five Years" initiative was proposed by Xi in November 2023, aiming to bring 50,000 young Americans to China for exchange and study programs over a five-year period.
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