To cope with the peak electricity consumption in summer, many regions in China have urged government agencies, businesses, and residents to join efforts to conserve energy. Measures include reducing decorative lighting, suspending unnecessary light shows, and promoting the use of energy-efficient appliances. “We call for a united effort from all sectors of society to actively...
Bome County in Nyingchi City, located in southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, is home to one of the country’s largest growing stock volumes, featuring vast stretches of virgin forests. Most people tend to associate snow-covered highlands with an inclement climate and a lack of greenery. So, how does this magnificent forest exist in such a...
The Harvard Din & Tonics, a renowned a cappella group from Harvard University, embarked on a vibrant three-day visit to Shenzhen, China, from Friday to Sunday, as part of their global performance tour. This visit was organized by The Harvard Club of South China, Guangdong. During their stay, the group delved into Shenzhen’s high-tech landscape...
In a move that has sparked amusement online, a restaurant owner in central China has devised a test for his casual employees after noticing their difficulty in writing Chinese characters correctly while taking orders. The owner of a barbecue outlet in Xinxiang, Henan province, asked his summer season staff to sit at separate tables with...
As China approaches the critical flood control period from late July to early August, the Ministry of Water Resources is preparing to address the increasing frequency and intensity of river flooding caused by prolonged rain. Between Saturday morning and Sunday morning, 31 rivers across the country, including in Chongqing Municipality, Hubei Province, and Jilin Province,...
The highly anticipated Wanfeng Coastal City, the second Coastal City following the popular shopping complex in Shenzhen’s Nanshan District, officially opened its doors Saturday in Shajing Subdistrict, Bao’an District. The 200,000-square-meter shopping center has attracted 300 brands, with more than 100 opening their first stores in Bao’an. A new Sam’s Club is currently under construction...
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatments such as acupuncture, long used on humans, are now being applied to pets, gaining popularity in specialist pet wellness centers. These methods are used to cure diseases and offer various health benefits for dogs and cats. A typical animal acupuncture session costs about 200 yuan (US$28) and provides benefits like...
Trouble Brews for China Coffee Chain After Jobseeker Rejected for Being ‘Timid, Weak’China’s largest coffee chain, Luckin Coffee, is under scrutiny again, this time for rejecting a job applicant due to her perceived lack of experience and personality traits deemed unsuitable for the job. At the beginning of July, a woman posted on social media...
Kelvin Au Yeung, executive chef of the three-Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant Jade Dragon in Macau’s City of Dreams resort, is deeply concerned with both the flavor and health benefits of his dishes, especially his soups. Au Yeung’s approach to menu creation is highly personalized, often tailoring dishes to meet specific health needs of his diners. “Some...
A pioneering robot developed by a Shenzhen-based institute recently conducted intelligent inspections of a bridge spanning the Yangtze River in Chongqing. This marks the first time in the world that a robot has climbed to the top of a cable tower along the main cable, as reported by Shenzhen Economic Daily. “Climber,” the robot developed...