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German Prosthetist Transforms Lives in Beijing with Tailor-Made Prosthetics

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Georg Hoffmann-Kuhnt, a 57-year-old German prosthetist, has spent over 17 years in China, helping patients regain mobility through custom-made artificial limbs. His Meide Yanyuan Studio for Rehabilitation, located in a serene, garden-like setting in northern Beijing, is designed to provide comfort and aid recovery for amputees. Having identified gaps in China’s prosthetic industry, Hoffmann-Kuhnt focuses … Read more

Dunhuang’s Ancient Legacy Could Help Improve China-US Relations, Says American Scholar

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The ancient city of Dunhuang, a Silk Road hub that welcomed Western merchants for centuries, may serve as a “perfect platform” to improve China-US relations, according to Neil Schmid, an American research professor and the first Western scholar hired by the Dunhuang Academy. Schmid studies the Mogao Caves, also known as the Thousand Buddha Grottoes, … Read more

Hong Kong Men Secure Dramatic Victory Over Japan to Claim Second Straight Asia Rugby Sevens Title

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Hong Kong’s men’s rugby team clinched their second consecutive Asia Rugby Sevens Series leg with a thrilling 24-19 victory over Japan in Hangzhou. The win came after a late try by captain James Christie in the final minute, following a yellow card that left Japan a man down. Hong Kong had taken an early 12-0 … Read more

Kuaishou Cracks Down on Accounts Fueling China-Japan Tensions Following Tragic Stabbing Incident

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Kuaishou, the operator of a popular Chinese video-sharing app, announced on Saturday that it has cracked down on accounts spreading harmful misinformation and inciting tensions between China and Japan. This follows the fatal stabbing of a 10-year-old Japanese student in Shenzhen earlier in the week. The company said it had identified and taken action against … Read more

Japanese Schoolboy’s Murder in China Sparks Fear Among Expats, Prompts Corporate and Diplomatic Response

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The killing of a 10-year-old Japanese boy in Shenzhen has triggered alarm among Japanese expatriates living in China. Major Japanese companies like Toshiba, Toyota, and Panasonic are taking steps to safeguard their employees. Toshiba has urged its staff to stay vigilant, Toyota is offering support and information, while Panasonic has gone further, providing free flights … Read more

Hong Kong to Consider Easing Restrictions on Japanese Seafood Imports Amid Beijing’s Gradual Lift of Ban

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Hong Kong authorities will seek further information from both Tokyo and Beijing to explore the possibility of easing the current restrictions on seafood imports from 10 Japanese prefectures. This comes after the central government announced plans to “gradually” lift its ban on Japanese seafood imports, which had been imposed in response to the discharge of … Read more

Nio’s Onvo L60 Set to Compete with Tesla Model Y in China

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Nio is gearing up to challenge Tesla’s dominance in the Chinese electric vehicle market with the launch of its new Onvo L60 SUV. Scheduled for release later this month, the L60 is set to make waves with its competitive pricing and innovative features. The Onvo L60 will be priced at 206,900 yuan (US$29,267), significantly undercutting … Read more

China’s Commerce Minister Meets with Italian Automotive Leader to Address EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs

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China’s Commerce Minister, Wang Wentao, met with Roberto Vavassori, President of the Italian Association of the Automotive Industry, in Italy on Saturday to discuss the European Commission’s (EC) tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) and foster cooperation between China and Italy in the EV sector, according to the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) on Sunday. This … Read more

DHL Expects Surge in China Exports, Plans €100 Million Investment for Q4 2024

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DHL, the global cargo forwarding giant, announced plans to invest €100 million (US$110.3 million) in anticipation of a surge in Chinese exports during the final months of 2024. The company foresees a significant increase in outbound transport from China to global markets, particularly as the year-end peak approaches. In a statement released on Thursday, DHL … Read more

Shenzhen MSU-BIT University Welcomes New Students and Launches Science Culture Festival

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Shenzhen MSU-BIT University (SMBU) welcomed new students from around the world with an official ceremony on its Longgang District campus, marking the beginning of the new semester. The event, held both on-site and online, attracted nearly 150,000 virtual attendees. Stepan Kalmykov, chairman of SMBU’s Board of Directors, congratulated students in a video address, highlighting Moscow … Read more