The opening of the new youth soccer training base in Kashgar, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, marks a significant development in the region’s sports infrastructure. Supported by Shenzhen, the base has received an investment of 100 million yuan (approximately US$13.76 million) and boasts 14 sports fields, including three FIFA Quality Pro certified 11-a-side pitches. Currently, the...
Many high-tech products from Shenzhen will make an appearance during the upcoming Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games and help with the smooth running of the opening ceremony and various events. As the Olympic flame arrived in Paris on the evening of July 14, a dazzling drone and fireworks show lit up the sky. A total...
The Eighth Belt and Road Teenagers Makers Camp and Teacher Workshop has commenced in Kunming, Yunnan Province, celebrating its ongoing commitment to global education and cooperation. This year’s event, running from July 23 to 28, is marked by record participation, with nearly 300 educators and students from over 30 countries joining the initiative. Organized by...
In a bid to balance sedentary office life with fitness, Chinese office workers are turning to unconventional exercise routines during their workday. This new health trend, known as the “5-minute quick-charge workout,” involves using everyday items and office spaces as makeshift gym equipment, offering a practical solution for those with limited time for traditional workouts....
Jessica Du Yanjia, a 36-year-old former sportswoman and entrepreneur, has become a beacon of hope and resilience after a life-altering accident. Known for her daring pursuits in free-diving and skydiving, Du was a popular figure in China’s social media landscape, celebrated for her global adventures and her own swimsuit brand. However, her life took an...
In a bid to enhance platform integrity, Douyin, China’s counterpart to TikTok, has launched a major crackdown targeting accounts that misuse exaggerated or fabricated identities to mislead users and generate profit. The initiative, announced on Monday, aims to address the growing issue of “we-media” accounts that falsely claim to be high-ranking company executives, renowned experts,...
In the first half of 2024, Shenzhen recorded 66.8 million noncash payment transactions by foreigners, amounting to 8.7 billion yuan (US$1.2 billion). This represents an 85% year-on-year increase, according to data from the People’s Bank of China Shenzhen Branch, as reported by Shenzhen Special Zone Daily. Shenzhen has enhanced the payment experience for foreigners, facilitating...
In the realm of public relations, whether for businesses, NGOs, or governments, the impulse to showcase a positive image is almost universal. For commercial enterprises, a rosy portrayal can attract customers and investors; charities can benefit from increased donations; and governments can enhance their credibility, facilitating smoother governance. However, overly optimistic portrayals can backfire. An...
China’s National Meteorological Center (NMC) issued an orange alert on Tuesday, warning of extremely high temperatures that could exceed 40°C in certain regions. The alert covers parts of Southwest China’s Chongqing Municipality, East China’s Zhejiang, Anhui, and Fujian Provinces, and the Turpan Basin in Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. In addition to these areas,...
Shenzhen’s real estate market is showing promising signs of recovery, highlighted by the rapid sale of all 116 apartments in the new Haideyuan A estate on Sunday. Located in the Antuoshan area of Futian District, this development made headlines as the first project this year to achieve such swift sales, selling out in under three...