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Chinese envoy praises South Korean president's criticism of anti-China reports

Chinese envoy praises South Korean president's criticism of anti-China reports

Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing on Friday praised President Lee Jae Myung for denouncing Korean media outlets accused of fabricating reports and fueling anti-China sentiment, according to Dai's post on X.

1 dead, 17 unaccounted for after heavy rain lashes SW China's Chongqing

One person was killed and another 17 were unaccounted for after heavy rain battered Yongchuan District in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality starting Saturday night, said local authorities.

Over 10 unaccounted for after heavy rain lashes SW China's Chongqing

More than 10 people were unaccounted for after heavy rain battered Yongchuan District in southwest China's Chongqing Municipality starting Saturday night, said local authorities.

China launches uncompromising probe into deadly mine explosion

A "tough and uncompromising" investigation will be carried out by China's central government into the gas explosion that occurred at a coal mine in Shanxi province on Friday and killed dozens of people, Xinhua News Agency reported on Saturday evening.

Business

China-South Korea Economic Friendship and Cooperation Center unveiled at the 8th WCIFIT

The "China-South Korea Economic Friendship and Cooperation Center" was officially launched in Chongqing Liangjiang New Area on Thursday during the China–South Korea (Chongqing–Gyeonggi) economic and industrial cooperation promotion event at the 8th Western China International Fair for Investment and Trade (WCIFIT).

Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange opens polyester futures and options segment to overseas traders

The Zhengzhou Commodity Exchange (ZCE) in Hunan Province opened its polyester futures and options segment to overseas traders on Friday, granting international access to seven related products.

AI coding boom lets non-programmers build apps in hours

Artificial intelligence coding tools are enabling non-programmers in China to build and launch mobile apps within hours, lowering development costs and fueling a wave of small-scale entrepreneurship around so-called "vibe coding," according to developers.

Chongqing's trade with ASEAN reaches 36.48 billion yuan in Q1 2026

Chongqing's trade with ASEAN reaches 36.48 billion yuan in Q1 2026

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Beer museum refreshes China's summer tourism experience

Beer museum refreshes China's summer tourism experience

Converted from a German-built brewery dating back to 1903, Tsingtao Beer Museum is attracting an increasing number of visitors from abroad as the summer tourism peak approaches.

Hainan duty-free sales hit 22.22 billion yuan in six months under revised policy

Beijing restaurants see surge during May Day break

China railways handle 158 million passenger trips during May Day holiday rush

Blending tea culture with travel

Blending tea culture with travel

Brazil announces visa-free travel for Chinese citizens

Brazil announces visa-free travel for Chinese citizens

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Serbian president arrives in Beijing for state visit to China

Fire breaks out at Ebola treatment center in DR Congo

U.S. National Science Foundation releases image of dying star resembling crystal ball

Views of snow mountain in Bomi County of China’s Xizang

Extreme rainfall in central China's Hunan leaves 5 dead, 11 missing

Putin wraps up China visit, leaves Beijing

Rice seedling cultivation in full swing in Anhui

Senior Minister of Singapore Lee Hsien Loong visits China

Chinese Nobel laureate Mo Yan gives literary lecture in Sao Paulo

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Paper-cut master slices living from silhouettes

Paper-cut master slices living from silhouettes

Many of the visitors are drawn to 65-year-old Wang Chuncai's paper-cut silhouette stall, where his scissors slice through black paper to fashion vivid, lifelike silhouettes of his customers in less than a minute.

Infrared cameras, satellites aid China's wildlife conservation

China is expanding the use of infrared cameras and satellite tracking to bolster wildlife conservation, with populations of endangered species showing signs of recovery, according to media reports.

Museums see surge in immersive tour bookings

Visiting museums has become a frequent leisure activity in China. The museum boom is changing in an important way, as people are no longer just visiting museums for quick sightseeing but for deeper immersive cultural experiences that foster understanding, knowledge and emotional connection, according to a report.

Guangdong launches ten tourism measures targeting intl hub status

South China's Guangdong province announced ten initiatives on Tuesday, China Tourism Day, to continue developing its status as an international tourism hub.

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U.S. media say Iran deal may include ceasefire extension, reopening Hormuz

May 24, 2026

A proposed agreement the United States and Iran are close to signing involves a 60-day ceasefire extension during which the Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, Iran would be able to freely sell oil, and negotiations would be held on curbing Iran's nuclear program, Axios quoted a U.S. official as saying on Saturday.

Trump says peace agreement with Iran 'largely negotiated'

May 24, 2026

Trump says peace agreement with Iran"largely negotiated".

Chinese envoy praises South Korean president's criticism of anti-China reports

May 22, 2026

Chinese Ambassador to South Korea Dai Bing on Friday praised President Lee Jae Myung for denouncing Korean media outlets accused of fabricating reports and fueling anti-China sentiment, according to Dai's post on X.

PLA vows to thwart 'Taiwan independence' provocations

May 21, 2026

China's Defense Ministry on Wednesday warned Taiwan regional authorities led by Lai Ching-te that the People's Liberation Army will resolutely thwart any "reckless provocations" toward "Taiwan independence."

Russia begins flight tests of two-seat Su-57 fighter jet

May 20, 2026

Russia has begun flight tests of the two-seat version of the fifth-generation Su-57 fighter jet, the United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) said on Tuesday.

Lebanese National Agency: 6 dead and 7 injured in night raid on home in Kafr Dunin

May 12, 2026

Lebanese National Agency:6 dead and 7 injured in night raid on home in Kafr Dunin.

AI coding boom lets non-programmers build apps in hours

May 22, 2026

Artificial intelligence coding tools are enabling non-programmers in China to build and launch mobile apps within hours, lowering development costs and fueling a wave of small-scale entrepreneurship around so-called "vibe coding," according to developers.

China-developed bone adhesive enters fast-track review in U.S., China

May 22, 2026

A China-developed bone adhesive has been granted fast-track designations by both China and the United States, marking a first for a domestic orthopedic device.

Nvidia reports 85 pct revenue growth for Q1 of fiscal year 2027

May 21, 2026

S.chipmaker Nvidia on Wednesday reported record revenue of 81.6 billion U.Nvidias outlook for revenue in the second quarter of fiscal year 2027 is 91 billion dollars, plus or minus 2 percent.

Neymar suffers fresh injury setback before World Cup

May 21, 2026

RIO DE JANEIRO, May 20--Neymar has suffered a new injury scare less than a month before Brazils opening match of the FIFA World Cup against Morocco.Brazil will begin the tournament against Morocco in New Jersey on June 13 before meeting Haiti and Scotland in Group C.

Amateurs display their smashing form

May 20, 2026

The recent ITF World Tennis Masters Tour MT400 tournament in Beijing drew 880 tennis enthusiasts from home and abroad.

Chinese motorcycle maker ZXMOTO claims fifth WorldSSP win of season

May 18, 2026

French rider Valentin Debise, riding for Chinese motorcycle manufacturer ZXMOTO, won the second WorldSSP race of the 2026 Czech Round at Autodrom Most on Sunday, securing the team's fifth victory of the season.

Wang: Closing Strait of Hormuz serves no common interest

Apr 14, 2026

China's top diplomat Wang Yi said on Monday that closing the Strait of Hormuz would run counter to the common interests of the international community, and achieving a full and lasting ceasefire through political and diplomatic means remains the fundamental way to resolve the crisis.

Nobel laureate calls for balance between AI technology and basic research

Apr 11, 2026

Although artificial intelligence is advancing rapidly, the scientific research paradigm based on physical experiments must be upheld in critical fields, and overreliance on AI should be avoided, said Nobel chemistry laureate Arieh Warshel during an exclusive interview with China News Service at Southwest University in Chongqing on Friday.

Insights | Experts extol tangible fruits from ties between China and ASEAN countries

Apr 8, 2026

China and ASEAN commenced their dialogue relations in 1991, and after more than 30 years of diligent collaboration, they have forged a solid, comprehensive strategic partnership.