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
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
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
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 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
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 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
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
The 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) on Thursday adopted the Beijing Declaration for building an “all-weather China-Africa community with a shared future for the new era” and the Beijing Action Plan for 2025-2027.
From the ancient Shaolin temples to the global influence of martial arts icons like Bruce Lee, kung fu has a deep-rooted history and a powerful philosophical foundation. The art of kung fu, also known as wushu, is more than just a physical practice—it’s a way of life, deeply intertwined with Chinese cultural and spiritual traditions. … Read more