Archaeologists in China’s Shaanxi province have uncovered a life-size statue believed to represent a senior military commander at the mausoleum of Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. This discovery, revealed at pit No. 2 of the famous terracotta warriors’ site, marks the first such figure found at the location. Zhu Sihong, head of...
Shangwei, a 400-year-old Hakka village in Shenzhen’s Longhua District, has undergone a remarkable transformation into a cultural hub. This revitalization initiative, launched in 2017, has encouraged artists to settle in and breathe new life into the ancient community. The village boasts a rich heritage, featuring four 500-year-old watchtowers and nearly 50 traditional Hakka dwellings. Today,...
Shenzhen Metro will launch its first train services one hour earlier at 5:30 a.m. this Sunday to accommodate participants in the 2024 Shenzhen Nanshan Half Marathon, Shenzhen Metro Group announced. This special adjustment to the metro schedule applies to lines 2, 3, 8, and 11 and aims to support the expected 20,000 runners as they...
President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly extended an invitation to Chinese President Xi Jinping to attend his inauguration on January 20, according to CBS News. The report, based on multiple anonymous sources, indicates that the invitation was made earlier in November, though it remains unclear whether Xi has accepted. CBS News also suggested that Trump’s team...
This is a heartwarming initiative by the Kowloon Shangri-La hotel in Hong Kong, blending festive joy with meaningful charitable giving. The partnership with Operation Santa Claus (OSC), a long-standing campaign organized by the South China Morning Post and RTHK, highlights a community-focused approach during the holiday season. The limited-edition Edward Panda mascots, dressed in festive...
A 75-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire broke out on Wednesday, severely damaging a noise barrier on a major road in Hong Kong’s southern New Territories and causing significant traffic disruptions. The blaze started around 11 a.m. beneath a footbridge on Cheung Pei Shan Road, near Shek Kuk House...
Despite rainy skies, a unique gathering of Chinese and French sci-fi artists captivated audiences at Nantou Ancient City in Nanshan District yesterday. The event, part of the Chinese/French Artists Exchange Program’s third season, aimed to strengthen cross-cultural collaboration through art and storytelling. During the event, titled “A Date in Ancient City: An Artistic Conversation from...
The recent surge in direct flights between China and Canada marks a significant step towards easing air travel demand and improving connectivity between the two nations. The deal between aviation regulators has led to the resumption of regular direct flights from Toronto and Vancouver to Beijing, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. The first flight under the...
As former US President Donald Trump campaigns for a potential second term, manufacturers in China’s eastern manufacturing hub, Yiwu, are witnessing a surge in demand for Trump-themed merchandise. Despite the trade tensions that marked his previous term, which included tariffs on Chinese goods, Trump’s 2024 bid has sparked a wave of orders from US retailers...
China’s leading chip foundry, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp (SMIC), reported record-breaking third-quarter revenue, driven by robust domestic demand for “legacy chips.” SMIC’s Q3 revenue reached US$2.17 billion, a 34% increase year-over-year, marking the first time the Shanghai-based company has surpassed US$2 billion in quarterly revenue. Net profit surged by 58.3% to US$148.8 million. SMIC’s continued...