Xiaohongshu, the Instagram-style Chinese social media platform also known as Red, is emerging as a formidable player in China’s bustling e-commerce market. With 300 million monthly active users, the platform allows young consumers to share lifestyle tips and has recently intensified its efforts to capture a share of the online shopping industry, competing with giants...
Chinese EVs Gain Popularity in Egypt
A giant ship carrying Chinese EVs is ready to travel abroad from Suzhou City, East China’s Jiangsu Province, January 24, 2024. /CFP In the Egyptian capital Cairo, Poula Mounir, an electric vehicle (EV) seller, recently transitioned from using a gasoline-powered car to a Chinese-made EV. Mounir chose a BYD Song L SUV after a thorough...
Guangming-Made Bikes to Debut at Paris Olympics
Riders compete during a warm-up event for the Paris Olympics in Guangming District on May 25. Bicycles crafted by Guangming-based Xidesheng (XDS) Carbon-Tech are set to make their highly-anticipated second appearance at the Olympic Games as the Paris Olympics prepare to kick off on July 26. As a longstanding partner of the Chinese Cycling Association...
Chinese Researchers Develop Quantum Computing Pipeline for Drug Discovery
Chinese scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking quantum computing pipeline designed to revolutionize drug discovery. This innovative approach, developed by the Tencent Quantum Lab, China Pharmaceutical University, and AceMapAI Biotechnology, was detailed in a recent paper published in the peer-reviewed journal Scientific Reports. The pipeline leverages quantum computing’s advanced capabilities to simulate complex molecular interactions and...
Shanghai Museum Hosts Unique Cat-Themed Event at Ancient Egyptian Exhibition
The Shanghai Museum recently hosted an unprecedented event, welcoming around 200 pet cats, dressed in fashionable outfits, to the museum for the first cat-themed gathering during the “Fantastic Night” event. The occasion coincided with the exhibition “On Top of the Pyramid: The Civilization of Ancient Egypt,” co-hosted by the Shanghai Museum and the Supreme Council...
Trains Suspended in Shenzhen Due to Typhoon Gaemi Threat
Shenzhen railway’s operator has announced the suspension of nearly 260 trains on the Shenzhen-Hangzhou High-speed Railway today as Typhoon Gaemi approaches the southeastern coast of China. The typhoon, recently upgraded to a super typhoon, is expected to make landfall in Fujian Province today after impacting Taiwan. The suspension affects trains traveling to Meizhou, Shantou, Xiamen,...
Enhanced Connectivity Transforms GBA Healthcare Landscape
The recent opening of the Shenzhong (Shenzhen-Zhongshan) Link and the increased frequency of high-speed trains connecting cities within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) have revolutionized healthcare access in the region, creating a “one-hour living circle” for residents. This enhanced connectivity allows for a seamless integration of medical services across the GBA, enabling Hong...
Lianhua Hill Park Welcomes Drone Delivery Service
In a pioneering move, Meituan has launched China’s first drone delivery service in a national key park at Lianhua Hill Park. This innovative service aims to enhance visitor convenience and streamline access to park amenities. The newly established landing site, located in the park’s camping area, allows drones to deliver a variety of products to...
Chinese Guzheng Musician Chang Jing Releases Album as a Gift to Paris Olympics
Renowned Chinese guzheng musician Chang Jing is celebrating the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with a unique musical gift. On the opening day of the Games, Chang will release her new album, Red, White, Blue, which features adaptations of works by French composers Maurice Ravel, Erik Satie, and Claude Debussy. Chang Jing, known for her captivating...
Chinese Culture Takes Center Stage at Paris Olympic Games
At the Paris 2024 Olympics, Chinese culture is making a significant impact, showcased through various cultural elements and the Chinese sports delegation’s distinctive uniforms. This cultural exchange is highlighted by the French National Olympic and Sports Committee’s (CNOSF) recent receipt of four pieces of Chinese blue and white porcelain, symbolizing the ongoing cultural appreciation between...