Garlic Coffee Sparks Urban Talent’s Return to Rural China
In Gaoshan near Chengdu, a former finance worker’s garlic coffee bestseller unveils a reverse migration as urban talent seeks fulfillment in rural communities in the Chinese mainland.
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Britain Braces for Most Extensive Third Heat Wave
Britain’s third heat wave of the year is the most extensive yet, with temperatures hitting 33-34°C, amber health alerts, and record dryness straining water resources.
China’s Largest Natural Uranium Project Produces First Barrel
China’s National No.1 Uranium project in north China’s Inner Mongolia has produced its first barrel of uranium, marking a milestone in sustainable, digitalized mining.
Explainer: Why China’s South China Sea Claims Stand Firm
An explainer on China’s historic claims in the South China Sea, tracing the nine-dash line’s evolution from ancient seafaring to post-war maps.
US Children’s Choir Strikes Chords of Friendship in Xi’an
One Voice Children’s Choir from the US visited Xi’an July 6-9 for a youth music exchange. Workshops on Chinese instruments, joint performances, and cultural tours helped 50 kids forge global friendships through song.
Unveiling the Gobi Desert’s 1,000-Year-Old Engineering Marvel
Explore the Gobi Desert’s 1,000-year-old imperial necropolis and its advanced flood-control systems in this ancient engineering marvel.
China Dismisses 2016 South China Sea Arbitral Award as “Illegal, Null and Void”
China brands the 2016 South China Sea arbitral award “waste paper,” argues it violates UNCLOS and key principles of international law.
BRICS 2025: How Global South Powerhouses Plan to Shape a Fairer World
Explore how BRICS 2025, led by Brazil, aims to reshape global governance with South-South cooperation, finance reform and sustainable growth in a shifting world order.
Chinese Rookie Yang Hansen Impresses in NBA Summer League Debut
Chinese rookie Yang Hansen starred in his NBA Summer League debut with 10 points, 4 rebounds, 5 assists and 3 blocks, leading the Trail Blazers to a 106-73 win.
Lyles and Alfred Shine at Monaco Diamond League Meet
At the Monaco Diamond League, Noah Lyles returned from injury to win the 200m in 19.88s, Julien Alfred claimed the 100m in 10.79s, and Emmanuel Wanyonyi set an 800m meet record of 1:41.44.