Recent studies indicate that the uneven melting of the Arctic and Antarctic ice sheets could significantly disrupt the global climate system. This research, published in Science on August 1, reveals that the accelerated and asynchronous melting of these polar ice sheets is likely to disturb the global climate, with far-reaching consequences. Historical Insights on Polar Ice Sheets...
Shenzhen Guangzhou Drive Time to Be Cut to 20 Minutes with New Expressway The drive time between Shenzhen and Guangzhou, currently over an hour, will soon be less than 20 minutes. This reduction follows the opening of the Wanqingsha branch line of the Nansha-Zhongshan Expressway. This new route connects Guangzhou’s Nansha District to the recently...
Aggressive Fan Culture in Chinese Sports Sparks Debate As Team China’s stellar performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics continues to dominate headlines, a heated debate is emerging over the evolution of aggressive fan culture in sports. On August 4, major Chinese social media platforms, such as Sina Weibo and Douyin, announced a crackdown on over...
Quan Hongchan’s Olympic Victory in Thrilling 10-Meter Platform A tearful Quan Hongchan emerged victorious in a thrilling contest against her Chinese teammate Chen Yuxi, claiming her second consecutive women’s 10-meter platform Olympic title at the Paris Aquatics Centre on Tuesday. Quan Hongchan’s Olympic Victory captivated the audience, as she demonstrated both grace and determination throughout...
China’s Ministry of State Security has issued a warning to office workers about the potential espionage risks posed by online work tools, citing repeated incidents of data leaks in recent years. The ministry highlighted the dangers on its official WeChat account on Sunday, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance. According to the ministry, many online...
China’s Anti-Doping Agency (CHINADA) has accused the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) of displaying double standards by clearing American athletes of doping violations while demanding sanctions against Chinese athletes. In a statement released on Tuesday, CHINADA criticized USADA for attempting to exonerate U.S. athletes while accusing CHINADA and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) of “covering...
China’s Supreme People’s Procuratorate reported significant strides in prosecuting crimes against women, minors, the elderly, and the disabled during the first half of 2024. As part of a nationwide campaign launched in February, the focus has shifted towards safeguarding the rights and interests of these key population groups. In the first half of 2024, the...
British authorities have prosecuted three men for allegedly breaching the UK’s National Security Act 2023 by assisting an overseas intelligence service and engaging in foreign interference on behalf of Hong Kong. The spotlight fell on 63-year-old defendant Bill Yuen Chung-biu, an office manager at the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in London. The three...
Hong Kong courts have become popular tourist spots among mainland Chinese visitors, but some appear to have overlooked the law by snapping pictures inside the premises, the Post has found. Over the past nine months, accounts on the social media platform Xiaohongshu have posted photos of courtrooms in the High Court and shared tips on...
Hong Kong health authorities are investigating the city’s third case of suspected mad honey poisoning in two months after a woman fell ill after consuming goods brought by a friend from Nepal. The Centre for Health Protection reported on Monday that the 42-year-old woman experienced hypersalivation, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and drowsiness about an hour after...