As Hong Kong eagerly anticipates more medals from the Paris Olympics, the city is abuzz with admiration for its star fencer, Vivian Kong Man-wai. The 30-year-old épéeist topped the list of trending Google searches on Saturday following her historic triumph, as residents sought to learn more about their current heroine. Kong, affectionately dubbed “Queen Kong,” … Read more

Shenzhen Advances Major Construction Projects with 179 Billion Yuan Investment in First Half of 2024

Shenzhen has made significant strides in advancing major construction projects, with a total investment of 179 billion yuan (US$24.67 billion) in the first half of this year, reaching 59.9% of its annual investment target. One of the standout projects is Shenzhen Xinhua Hospital, located on the western side of Hongshan Station on Metro Line 4 … Read more

China Shines on Third Day of Paris Olympics with Multiple Medals

Top athletes from China showcased their talents on the world stage during the third day of the Paris Olympics, earning a series of impressive victories across various sports. Lian Junjie and Yang Hao celebrated their gold medal win in the men’s synchronized 10m platform diving event, marking a standout performance at the Aquatics Centre in … Read more

UK Private School VAT Proposal May Not Deter Hong Kong Parents, Say Education Consultants

The UK government’s proposal to introduce a 20% value-added tax (VAT) on private school fees could lead to an exodus of around 40,000 students from these institutions, according to estimates. However, Hong Kong education consultants believe the added cost is unlikely to deter parents in the city who favor British private schools. The proposed tax, … Read more

China Grapples with Severe Flooding: Dike Breaches and Mass Evacuations Amidst Heavy Rainfall

China Severe Flooding

China Faces Severe Flooding After Heavy Rainfall China is currently experiencing severe flooding after heavy rainfall, leading to dike breaches, street flooding, and the mass evacuation of residents. Over the past two days, the Juanshui River in Xiangtan County, Hunan Province, has seen three significant breaches. One of these breaches was successfully sealed on Monday … Read more

Alibaba’s Taobao and ByteDance’s Douyin Shift E-Commerce Strategies to Focus on Sustainability Over Low Prices

In a strategic shift, leading Chinese e-commerce giants Alibaba Group Holding and ByteDance are stepping back from aggressive price wars to foster a more sustainable online shopping ecosystem. This move marks a significant change in the competitive landscape of China’s e-commerce sector, which has been dominated by price-cutting tactics. Douyin, ByteDance’s popular short video app … Read more

Chinese Fans Experience ‘Immersive’ Viewing of Olympic Games in Cinemas

Chinese sports fans are enjoying an unprecedented immersive viewing experience of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, thanks to the introduction of live broadcasts in cinemas across the country. For the first time, audiences can gather in theaters to watch and cheer on their favorite athletes, bringing a new level of excitement and engagement to the … Read more

Students Explore AI Frontiers at Shenzhen Summer Camp

A diverse group of 15 students from around the world recently embarked on an enlightening journey into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) at the “Life With AI” Summer Camp in Shenzhen. The seven-day educational program, hosted at the Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech), aimed to deepen students’ understanding of AI concepts, explore … Read more

Xizang Region Maintains World-Class Ecological Quality Amid Ongoing Conservation Efforts

Recent studies and monitoring by Chinese scientists have revealed that the Xizang Autonomous Region in southwest China continues to be one of the regions with the best ecological environment quality globally. The region’s ongoing ecological security barrier construction project has achieved significant benefits. According to Wang Xiaodan, a researcher at the Institute of Mountain Hazards … Read more