Shenzhen Universities Welcome Record Number of International Students in 2024

This year marks a significant milestone for Shenzhen’s universities, as they have enrolled full-time international students for the first time. Nearly 40,000 students have been accepted into bachelor’s programs and above, with a record-breaking 2,393 international students among them. This influx of international students reflects Shenzhen’s growing reputation as a global education hub, as the … Read more

Hong Kong to Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with First-Ever Drone Show and Expanded Dragon Dance

Hong Kong is set to celebrate this year’s Mid-Autumn Festival with a groundbreaking drone show and an expanded traditional dragon dance, aiming to boost tourism and offer a fresh take on the city’s festive traditions. The city’s first seasonal drone show will illuminate Wan Chai’s waterfront on September 17, featuring thousands of drones adorned with … Read more

China to Open Doors for Wholly-Owned Foreign Hospitals in Major Cities and Hainan

China has announced plans to permit wholly-owned foreign hospitals in eight major cities and the island province of Hainan, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Commerce. This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the healthcare sector and attract foreign investment. The cities included in this initiative are Shenzhen, Beijing, … Read more

Beijing Fringe Festival 2024: A Celebration of Youth, Innovation, and International Theater

The 16th annual Beijing Fringe Festival is underway, bringing together a diverse collection of theatrical performances by young creators and performers. Running until October 7, this year’s festival will showcase 15 theater works across 30 performances throughout the city, making it a hub for fresh talent and innovative ideas. Meng Jinghui, the festival’s artistic director, … Read more

Zhang Shuai and Kristina Mladenovic Reach US Open Women’s Doubles Final, Highlighting China’s Tennis Surge

China’s Zhang Shuai, alongside France’s Kristina Mladenovic, advanced to the US Open women’s doubles final after a challenging 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 victory against Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend on Wednesday. This marks Zhang’s fourth Grand Slam doubles final and her first at the US Open since winning the title with Samantha Stosur in 2021. Zhang … Read more

From Kindergarten to Nursing Home: Innovative Solutions for Aging Population in China

In a surprising turn of events, Zhuang Yanfang, a former kindergarten director in Jinhua, Zhejiang Province, now leads elderly residents in patriotic songs, a stark contrast to the children’s songs she once sang with toddlers. At 56, Zhuang made the tough decision to close her kindergarten, Beiyuan No.1, and transform it into a nursing home … Read more

Huawei’s Mate XT Pre-Orders Surge to Over 3 Million as Scalpers Drive Prices Up on Grey Market

Huawei Technologies has witnessed an overwhelming response to its latest Mate XT smartphone, the world’s first tri-fold device, with over 3 million reservations just two days after pre-orders began. As of Monday afternoon, 3.04 million people have reserved their spot for the innovative 5G smartphone on Huawei’s official e-commerce platform, Vmall.com. The Mate XT, equipped … Read more

international Students Embark on Cultural Tour of Shekou, Exploring Shenzhen’s Rich History

It sounds like the international students’ tour of Shekou, organized by the Nanshan International Cultural Exchange & Service Center (NSIC) and the College of International Exchange of Shenzhen University, was a great way for them to immerse themselves in the local culture and history before starting their academic journey. Students like Shadi Etbarisani, a freshman … Read more

Lenovo Unveils New AI-Powered PCs for Enterprise and Consumer Markets

Lenovo Group, the world’s largest personal computer (PC) vendor by unit sales, has launched a new range of AI-powered devices aimed at both enterprise and consumer markets. This announcement comes amid expectations of an industry-wide refresh cycle, marking a significant advancement in Lenovo’s offerings. At its Innovation World 2024 event held in Berlin, Lenovo showcased … Read more

ISNS Opens Applications for 2025-2026 Academic Year with Limited Spots for 2024-2025″

The International School of Nanshan Shenzhen (ISNS) is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 academic year, offering a select number of openings for the current 2024-2025 school year. ISNS caters to students aged 2 to 18, welcoming those who hold foreign passports or are residents of Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan. The school provides an … Read more