China Visa-Free Travel: Expanding Opportunities for Tourists With China’s increasing efforts to promote unilateral visa exemptions and mutual visa-free policies, the expanding visa-free “circle of friends” is attracting more foreign travelers to China. Recent official data highlights the growing impact of these policies on tourism. Significant Growth in Foreign Travelers Border inspection agencies in Shanghai...
AI-Driven Music Platforms: Melodio and Mureka Overview Kunlun Tech, a tech company based in Beijing, has introduced two innovative AI-driven music platforms—Melodio and Mureka—both powered by their advanced SkyMusic 2.0 technology. These platforms are now globally available, with Melodio accessible on both the App Store and Google Play. The launch of these AI-driven music platforms marks a...
On-Demand E-Commerce Growth: Meituan Partners with Midea Chinese food delivery giant Meituan has launched a groundbreaking service, highlighting the rapid on-demand e-commerce growth in the industry. In collaboration with Midea, one of the world’s largest home appliance manufacturers, users can now order home appliances like refrigerators and dishwashers via the Meituan app and have them delivered within...
Cultural Exchange Program Strengthens U.S.-China Student Ties A cultural exchange program hosted by Shijiazhuang Foreign Language School brought together Chinese students with their American counterparts from Iowa, fostering a dynamic and enriching experience. The program not only provided the Iowa group with an opportunity to explore scenic spots around Shijiazhuang but also engaged them in...
WeRide Autonomous Driving: U.S. Testing Approval Milestone Chinese autonomous driving company WeRide has reached a significant milestone by securing approval from the California Public Utilities Commission to test its driverless vehicles with passengers on U.S. roads. This approval, marking a critical step in WeRide’s global ambitions, allows the company to conduct demonstration rides for non-employees, focusing on...
JD.com profit increase soared by 92% year-on-year in the quarter ending June 30, reaching 12.6 billion yuan (US$1.7 billion). Despite slight revenue growth, this profit surge was due to enhanced operational efficiencies. These efficiencies helped the company navigate the competitive domestic e-commerce landscape. JD.com’s net revenues for the quarter rose by 1.2% to 291.4 billion yuan...
Western Painting Techniques in Qing Dynasty Art During the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the imperial court housed a unique collection of paintings. These works, created by European missionaries, showcased a blend of Eastern and Western artistic traditions. A significant example is the painting Pine, Hawk, and Lingzhi Fungus, completed in 1724 by Italian court painter Giuseppe Castiglione,...
CK Hutchison Earnings Decline Amid Heightened Global Tensions Billionaire Li Ka-shing’s flagship companies, CK Hutchison and CK Asset, have reported a weaker performance in the first half of the year, reflecting challenges amid heightened geopolitical and trade tensions. This CK Hutchison earnings decline is part of a broader trend affecting global markets. Financial Performance Overview CK Hutchison,...
Hong Kong Court Upholds Jimmy Lai Conviction Appeal The Hong Kong Court of Final Appeal dismissed appeals on Monday by former media tycoon Jimmy Lai Chee-ying and six former lawmakers. They sought to overturn their convictions related to an unauthorized assembly during the 2019 social unrest. This decision underscores the complexities of the Jimmy Lai conviction...
China Celebrates First Successful Pilot Whale Rehabilitation and Release In a historic conservation milestone, China has successfully released a short-finned pilot whale back into its natural habitat. This event marks the first instance of such an achievement in the nation, showcasing a significant step forward in pilot whale rehabilitation efforts. Initial Rescue and Rehabilitation Efforts On January...