Chinese Mainland Leads Global Digital Economy Patents in 2024
The Chinese mainland secured the top spot in global digital economy invention patents in 2024, with 500,000 grants and a 23.1% annual jump, led by AI innovations.
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Wild Harmony: Jingmai’s Luxurious Forest Tea
Discover how Jingmai Mountain’s ancient forests and the Blang people’s eco wisdom produce some of the world’s most luxurious tea without terraces, pesticides, or fertilizers.
Xinjiang’s EV Delivery Drivers Forge New Bridge to Central Asia
At Horgos Port in northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, 4,000+ part-time drivers help move electric vehicles into Kazakhstan dent-free, leveraging visa-free policies and QR code clearance.
South Korea Pushes for New US Visa Amid Georgia Raid Fallout
South Korea is urging the U.S. to back a new visa program after 300 workers were detained in a mass immigration raid at Hyundai’s Georgia plant.
Russia’s Progress MS-32 Enters Orbit to Resupply ISS
Russia’s Progress MS-32 has entered its designated orbit after launching from Baikonur, set to deliver vital supplies to the International Space Station.
FBI Releases Photos in Hunt for Suspect in Charlie Kirk Shooting
The FBI has released photos of a person of interest in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, offering a $100,000 reward as the nation reels from political tensions.
Iran, France Near Landmark Prisoner Swap Deal
Iranian FM says a prisoner swap with France is nearing completion, potentially freeing two French detainees held in Iran and an Iranian woman held in France.
Trump Mourns Charlie Kirk Amid 24th 9/11 Pentagon Tribute
At a Pentagon ceremony marking the 24th anniversary of 9/11, President Trump honors the late activist Charlie Kirk as a “giant of his generation” and announces a posthumous Medal of Freedom.
UN Condemns Strike on Doha as Netanyahu Vows No Palestinian State
The UN Security Council condemned a strike on Doha, Qatar, without naming Israel, while Israeli PM Netanyahu vowed no Palestinian state amid stalled peace talks and settlement plans.
Blue Helmets, No Borders: Chinese mainland UN Peacekeepers in Focus
CGTN’s doc series “Blue Helmets, No Borders” (Sept 16-19) spotlights the Chinese mainland’s UN peacekeepers, showcasing courage, commitment, compassion and connection.