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Thousands of people have been evacuated in central China's Henan Province after days of torrential rain swelled rivers and triggered a levee breach, local authorities said Thursday.

China's quantum technology goes from lab to life2026-08-11
Chinese scientists have reported a series of advances in weather forecasting and drug discovery powered by quantum technology, highlighting how a field once regarded as a distant scientific ambition is steadily transitioning from the laboratory to real-world use.

Digital technology reshapes China's service consumption landscape2026-08-10
From virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) experiences that bring museum collections closer to visitors, to AI-powered travel planning and personalized recommendations on e-commerce platforms, digital technologies are fundamentally reshaping how Chinese consumers discover and enjoy exciting new services.

Chinamaxxing: What is it and why is it happening?2026-08-09
For years, American travel vlogger Tressa had known China from afar. She thought she knew what China was like -- until she experienced it herself.

China wins gold, 3 silvers in Int'l Nuclear Science Olympiad debut2026-08-09
China won one gold and three silver medals at the third International Nuclear Science Olympiad (INSO) in Jeddah on Saturday, marking the country's debut at the competition.

China steps up nationwide fitness campaign to promote public health2026-08-09
China is accelerating the integration of fitness and healthcare, with community health centers, smart exercise services and professional guidance helping people pursue safer and more scientifically grounded lifestyles.

East China provinces raise alert as Typhoon Dolphin approaches2026-08-08
Authorities in east China's Zhejiang and Fujian provinces elevated their emergency responses for Typhoon Dolphin from Level IV to Level III on Friday, as the 13th typhoon of 2026 approaches the country's eastern coast.

Twin AI satellites fast-track China's global space partnerships2026-08-07
A burst of flame lit the morning sky over waters off Haiyang in east China's Shandong Province on Wednesday as a Smart Dragon-3 (SD-3) carrier rocket lifted off, drawing cheers from viewing sites along the coast.

Abandoned Chinese mines offer cool solutions for scorching summer heat2026-08-06
As summer heatwaves scorch parts of China, a city in east China's Jiangsu Province has launched the country's first residential centralized cooling project that uses water from abandoned coal mines, offering a cost-effective and eco-friendly cooling solution.

China's botanical garden bridges borders for biodiversity conservation2026-08-06
At the height of summer, tourists flock to the Xishuangbanna Tropical Botanical Garden (XTBG) in southwest China's Yunnan Province, posing for photos atop giant water lilies or joining hands around the massive trunks of towering rainforest trees.

Beijing pioneers new model for big-city renewal2026-08-06
With gentle light, the aroma of coffee, and people strolling leisurely, Beijing's Dajixiang, a once-forgotten block of historic guild halls, has become a new photo and citywalk hotspot after nine years of urban renewal.

China rolls out five-year action plan to boost climate resilience against geological hazards2026-08-05
China has unveiled a five-year action plan to bolster geological disaster prevention across the country from 2026 to 2030, with a focus on strengthening climate resilience and enhancing grassroots response capabilities, according to a document released Tuesday.

Measures rolled out to strengthen Hong Kong-mainland capital market cooperation2026-08-04
The China Securities Regulatory Commission and the Securities and Futures Commission of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Monday jointly announced a slew of measures to deepen capital market cooperation between the HKSAR and the Chinese mainland.

Chinese cities explore new roles for gig workers as "community responders"2026-08-04
Wearing a yellow jacket and riding an electric scooter through Beijing's bustling streets, 37-year-old Zhang Mengmeng is a familiar sight as he delivers hot meals to customers.

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