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America's New Team: China's Challenge Continues

November 15, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump is shaping his second administration, focusing first on national security. Bold names like Marco Rubio, Michael Waltz, Elise Stefanik, and Robert Lighthizer are on board, all known for being tough on China. This doesn't bode well for U. S. -China relations, as these "Chi

education

Modern Math's Early Days in China: Pioneers and Visitors

November 15, 2024

China's history is rich with ancient mathematical achievements, but modern math made its way to the country much later. The first university in China was established in 1895, and the first math department opened in 1913. Early in the 20th century, many Chinese students ventured to Europe, the US, an

science

Exploring China's Scientific Breakthroughs: From Numbers to Changes Ahead

November 15, 2024

For the past decade, China has been making waves in the scientific community with its significant rise in Science Citation Index (SCI) publications. Taking a closer look at data from the Web of Science's Science Citation Index Expanded (2010-2019), China has indeed taken the front seat, surpassing t

business

China's New Shopping Craze: A Game of Luck in Every Box

November 15, 2024

In China, a new shopping trend has taken over: blind box livestreaming. It's like a game show, but for buying stuff. Viewers pay a small fee to get a mystery bag, called a "blind box, " which the seller opens live. If you're lucky, you can win more bags or even neat prizes. The thrill of the unknown

environment

Green Cities: How Cleaning the Air Boosts Economic Growth in China

November 14, 2024

One of the main goals of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals is to help cities grow while using resources wisely and reducing pollution. But achieving this balance is tough, especially for countries that are still developing. A recent study looked at how well 284 Chinese cities were do

politics

Biden's Last Chat with Xi: What's Next for US-China Relations?

November 14, 2024

President Joe Biden is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping one last time before he leaves office. This meeting, happening on the sidelines of a Pacific summit in Peru, is a chance for the leaders to reflect on their relationship, which goes back over a decade. However, the shadow of the up

business

Surprise: China Isn't as Tech-Backward as You Think

November 14, 2024

You might be shocked to hear this, but China is not trailing as far behind the West in tech as some people may believe. Brad Smith, the president of Microsoft, has shared his insights after visiting the country. He was impressed by the rapid advancements China has made in technology. So, what's the

crime

Driver's Divorce Sadness Causes Deadly Crash

November 13, 2024

Imagine this: a man, hurt by his divorce settlement, decides to cause harm. He drives his car into a crowd at a sports complex in the city of Zhuhai, China. This shocking event happened during the night, killing 35 people and badly hurting many more. The man, named only as Fan, is 62 years old and w

politics

Trump's Tariff Threat: A Boon for China's Economy?

November 13, 2024

President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to impose a hefty 60% tariff on all Chinese goods entering the U. S. While this move might seem like a blow to China's economy, experts suggest it could actually benefit Beijing in the long run. Professor Chen Zhiwu from the University of Hong Kong believe

business

China's Shopping Bonanza Surprises with Better-Than-Expected Sales

November 13, 2024

China's biggest shopping day of the year, known as Singles' Day, started earlier this year and ended on a high note. Despite a slow retail environment, consumers spent more than expected, according to consulting executives. This shopping event, similar to Black Friday, kicked off on October 14 and w