30,000 Runners Throng Guangzhou Marathon, Marking a Decade of Growth

On December 10th, 2023, the Guangzhou Marathon started at the Tianhe Sports Center in Guangzhou. As a young event, the Guangzhou Marathon is celebrating its tenth year. Today, it has grown into a highly influential marathon event in China with high-level competition and strong media coverage. It is also recognized as a Gold Label race … Read more

Shenzhen Businessman Sentenced to Life for Massive $15.2 Billion Fraud

In a landmark decision, Shenzhen businessman Zhou Shiping, chairman of Hongling Venture Capital Investment Co, has been sentenced to life imprisonment and lifetime political rights deprivation for orchestrating a monumental $15.2 billion fraud. This verdict, announced by the Guangdong High People’s Court on Thursday, marks the culmination of a multi-year investigation into Hongling’s illegal activities. … Read more

Construction Accident Claims Six Lives in Guizhou

A tragic accident occurred on Saturday afternoon in Xishui County, Zunyi City, Guizhou province, resulting in the collapse of a dust-proof color steel shed under construction at a building materials factory. As of 5 pm local time, official reports from the Xishui government confirmed six fatalities and three injuries. The injured are currently receiving treatment … Read more

China’s Foreign Trade Shows Steady Growth in November

China’s foreign trade continued its positive trajectory in November, with total imports and exports increasing by 1.2% year-on-year, according to data released by the General Administration of Customs. This marks the second consecutive month of growth for the sector, further solidifying the trend of stability in foreign trade. November’s performance was driven by a 1.7% … Read more

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge to Open for Tourism Trial Operation on December 15

Get ready to experience the marvel of engineering and scenic beauty of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge! The much-anticipated trial operation for tourism starts on December 15, 2023. Ticket Information: How to Book Your Tour: Eligibility: Route and Duration: A Unique Experience: This trial operation offers a fantastic opportunity to: Don’t miss this chance to be … Read more

Guangzhou Announces New Restrictions on Electric Vehicles in Public Spaces

Guangzhou will implement a new regulation on January 1, 2024, aimed at enhancing public safety and improving traffic flow in designated public areas. This regulation will prohibit the use of various motor and non-motor vehicles, including electric bicycles, regular bicycles, electric unicycles, and electric scooters, in the following locations: This restriction applies to all hours … Read more

Shenzhen Nanshan Takes Flight with “Air Taxis”

Soaring above traffic congestion becomes a reality as Shenzhen’s Nanshan district introduces a novel commuting option: “air taxis.” The Lenovo Houhai Center Heliport and Urban Terminal recently opened its doors, marking the launch of Nanshan’s first Class A elevated heliport and urban terminal. Nanshan’s vibrant business and technology hub, home to many leading companies, faces … Read more

Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge: A Modern Engineering Marvel

The Shenzhen-Zhongshan Bridge, a monumental infrastructure project, recently achieved a crucial milestone with the completion of its mainline. This 24-kilometer link, connecting the two cities across the Pearl River, is slated to open in 2024, drastically reducing travel time between them from two hours to just 30 minutes. This ambitious project comprises two bridges, two … Read more

Foreign Investors Remain Bullish on China’s Bond Market

Foreign capital continues to display strong confidence in China’s bond market, evidenced by a sustained increase in net purchases by foreign institutions month after month. This marks the ninth consecutive month of net foreign buying, with cumulative net purchases exceeding 1 trillion yuan in 2023 alone. October witnessed a particularly significant surge, with net foreign … Read more

Scientists Discover Ancient Male Mosquitoes Also Sucked Blood

A team led by researchers from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Lebanese University has made a groundbreaking discovery that pushes back the fossil record of mosquitoes by nearly 30 million years and reveals a surprising truth: ancient male mosquitoes also sucked blood. Their findings, published in the journal Current Biology, showcase two exceptionally … Read more