Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni inaugurated an exhibition honoring Marco Polo at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing on Monday, marking her first state visit to China since taking office. The exhibition, titled “A Journey of Knowledge: The Travels of Marco Polo and Its Legacy Between East and West,” commemorates both the 700th anniversary of...
Dr. Zhou Yaoqi, a senior principal investigator at the Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, is a testament to the transformative power of passion and perseverance in scientific research. His journey from a doctoral student in the U.S. to a leading figure in AI-powered biology spans nearly four decades and multiple continents. With a playful disposition and a...
Shenzhen – Despite the rain, international vloggers invited by EyeShenzhen, the city’s official multilingual portal, embarked on an enriching journey on Saturday to explore Shenzhen’s unique blend of history and modernity. The tour offered these influencers a deeper understanding of the city’s rich cultural heritage and highlighted the seamless convenience of its advanced technology. The...
The Customs and Excise Department of Hong Kong is set to revolutionize its approach to handling digital evidence by introducing a cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) system. This new technology promises to process up to an hour of surveillance footage or approximately 6,000 images within seconds, significantly enhancing the department’s ability to crack down on crimes...
The 2024 China Internet Civilization Conference is scheduled to take place on August 28 and 29 in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, according to the event’s organizers. The conference will focus on promoting the spirit of the times and fostering civility in cyberspace. Yang Jianwen, deputy chief of the Office of the Central Cyberspace Affairs Commission and...
As Hong Kong eagerly anticipates more medals from the Paris Olympics, the city is abuzz with admiration for its star fencer, Vivian Kong Man-wai. The 30-year-old épéeist topped the list of trending Google searches on Saturday following her historic triumph, as residents sought to learn more about their current heroine. Kong, affectionately dubbed “Queen Kong,”...
Shenzhen has made significant strides in advancing major construction projects, with a total investment of 179 billion yuan (US$24.67 billion) in the first half of this year, reaching 59.9% of its annual investment target. One of the standout projects is Shenzhen Xinhua Hospital, located on the western side of Hongshan Station on Metro Line 4...
Top athletes from China showcased their talents on the world stage during the third day of the Paris Olympics, earning a series of impressive victories across various sports. Lian Junjie and Yang Hao celebrated their gold medal win in the men’s synchronized 10m platform diving event, marking a standout performance at the Aquatics Centre in...
Chinese marksman Sheng Lihao, a 19-year-old world record holder, secured his second Olympic gold medal yesterday at the Paris Olympics. Sheng, who had previously paired with Huang Yuting to win the 10m air rifle mixed team event on Saturday, set a new Olympic record with a score of 252.2 points in the individual competition. The...
The UK government’s proposal to introduce a 20% value-added tax (VAT) on private school fees could lead to an exodus of around 40,000 students from these institutions, according to estimates. However, Hong Kong education consultants believe the added cost is unlikely to deter parents in the city who favor British private schools. The proposed tax,...