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China targets stronger livelihood, employment support for people with disabilities
China will strengthen support for people with disabilities over the next five years, with a recently unveiled national plan introducing detailed measures spanning improved social protection, legal safeguards and technology-enabled rehabilitation.
July 28, 2026
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China's shopping mall sector sees upturn in H1
Over 70 percent of shopping malls across China recorded increased foot traffic in the first half of 2026 (H1), showing a mild upward trend, a survey showed Monday.
July 28, 2026
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Researchers achieve microchip optical tristability at ultra-low power
A group of researchers has successfully induced a beam of light to exhibit three stable states within a silicon photonic crystal microcavity measuring merely 20 micrometers in diameter, thinner than a human hair, according to a recent research article published in the journal Nature Nanotechnology.
July 27, 2026
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Antitrust penalty on travel giant underscores China's push for healthier platform economy
China's antitrust action against leading online travel service provider Trip.com Group on Saturday underlines the country's commitment to fostering a fairer and more innovation-driven platform economy, making it clear that market dominance and technological advantages should not be exploited to undermine competition.
July 27, 2026
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China starts building commercial space debris monitoring constellation
China has begun deploying its first commercial constellation dedicated to space debris monitoring, a 120-satellite network that aims for round-the-clock all-orbit target detection.
July 27, 2026
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China's humanoid robots face their real test on the factory floor
Separating two pieces of fabric may look simple. For a humanoid robot, however, the soft, slippery material is a demanding test of dexterity: too much force can distort it, while too little leaves it beyond the robot's grip.
July 24, 2026
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Traditional Chinese medicine pulling in healthy number of international visitors
After a packed sightseeing schedule in Beijing and Shanghai, Francesco Nasta from Italy decided to chill out a bit and walked into a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) clinic in the eastern Chinese city of Hangzhou.
July 24, 2026
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China launches Lijian-1 rocket to send 5 satellites to space
China on Friday launched a Lijian-1 Y15 carrier rocket, carrying five satellites into space.
July 24, 2026
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Pontoon bridges, drones and AI joining China's disaster response
In the ongoing flood season this summer, new technologies ranging from drones to artificial intelligence (AI) have figured prominently in China's efforts to improve disaster rescue, monitoring and early warning.
July 24, 2026
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Why foreigners are drawn to China
China has seen a growing number of foreign visitors. More foreigners are coming to China for work, life and travel, drawn by factors including convenience, public safety and a tangible futuristic vibe.
July 24, 2026
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Chinese mathematicians Deng Yu, Wang Hong awarded Fields Medals
Chinese mathematicians Deng Yu and Wang Hong were awarded the Fields Medals at the 2026 International Congress of Mathematicians opened here on Thursday, marking the first time Chinese mathematicians have won the prestigious honor.
July 24, 2026
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Summer exhibits bring China's space journey closer to children
Currently in China, there is a broader shift in summer science learning -- achievements that could only be followed from afar decades ago are now being turned into experiences children can access firsthand.
July 23, 2026
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Chinese villagers take center stage in revitalizing rural culture
Across China, new forms of cultural expression are lowering the barriers for rural communities to engage in creative activities. Farmers are no longer just characters in stories told by others. Instead, they are increasingly becoming storytellers, performers and beneficiaries in their own right.
July 23, 2026
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Xinjiang deploys 108-arm robot for cotton topping, slashes labor costs
It has 108 mechanical arms, rolls through cotton fields like a slow-moving tank, and performs more than 300,000 snips an hour. It is not some new weapon from a superhero movie, but a real robot built to do one of farming's most tedious jobs: cotton topping.
July 23, 2026
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Centuries-old Beijing pharmacy brings traditional Chinese medicine to modern age
The Tong Ren Tang pharmacy, established in 1669, serves as a window for cultural exchange and display of TCM. Here, visitors can not only see a doctor, get prescriptions and purchase medicine, but also buy nutritional supplements, food items, cosmetics and herbal drinks.
July 23, 2026
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China accelerates building of next-generation communications network
From upgraded 5G base stations in Beijing to newly launched communications satellites and expanding communications coverage in underground mines and urban utility tunnels, China is speeding up the construction of a next-generation communications network as it seeks to lay the digital foundation for future economic growth and technological innovation.
July 23, 2026
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China inaugurates Global Civilization Institute
The Global Civilization Institute was inaugurated in Beijing on Wednesday as a comprehensive academic platform aimed at advancing research on civilizations and promoting exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations.
July 23, 2026
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Shanghai uses innovation ecosystems to nurture future industries
Over the years, Shanghai has brought together universities, research institutes, semiconductor companies, public technology platforms and venture capital in Zhangjiang, creating an environment where technologies, talent and industrial resources can circulate efficiently.
July 23, 2026
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Chinese Gravity-1 rocket launches new satellites from sea
China on Wednesday sent a Gravity-1 carrier rocket into space from waters off the coast of Shanghai in east China, marking a complete success for this flight test mission.
July 22, 2026
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From sand to sensors: How a tech initiative is bridging rural China's education gap
For much of the world, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, a landlocked area in China's arid northwest, conjures images of sweeping deserts, succulent goji berries and tender lamb. Increasingly, it is also known as a green energy powerhouse, with vast solar and wind farms sprawling across its Gobi desert.
July 22, 2026
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Beyond Made in China: Foreign visitors discover appeal of Chinese services
For years, China has attracted overseas consumers via the products it manufactures. However, a quiet shift is now taking place, with an increasing number of foreign visitors coming to China not only to buy goods, but also to experience the country's professional, efficient and personalized services.
July 22, 2026
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'Space factory' mass produces satellites in east China
Inside a dust-free, noise-free smart workshop beside Taihu Lake in east China's Jiangsu Province, technicians in anti-static suits assemble satellites on automated production lines. With continuous upgrades to automated manufacturing, the factory aims to shorten the production cycle further, eventually producing one satellite per day.
July 22, 2026
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China unveils milestone heavy-ion accelerator to unravel universe's secrets
China on Tuesday kicked off trial operations for the High Intensity Heavy-ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF) following its completion and official technological acceptance, marking a major milestone in the nation's quest to unlock the secrets of the universe's fundamental building blocks.
July 22, 2026
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Digital technologies enabling China's shift toward smart manufacturing
Across China, a manufacturing transformation driven by digital intelligence is taking hold. Driven by strong industrial foundations and dense manufacturing clusters, the Yangtze River Delta and the Pearl River Delta regions have taken the lead in demonstrating successful models of industrial transformation.
July 22, 2026
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China distributes childcare subsidies to over 25 million babies in 2026
China has distributed this year's childcare subsidies to 25.16 million babies, the National Health Commission said Tuesday.
July 22, 2026
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Over 53,000 young Chinese to serve in volunteer program
More than 53,000 newly recruited university graduates are heading to less-developed and rural areas for an annual volunteer service program, the Central Committee of the Communist Youth League of China (CYLC) said Tuesday.
July 22, 2026
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China's central SOEs step up share buybacks to steady market
Several Chinese state-owned enterprises (SOEs) directly administered by the central government have recently announced share buyback plans or disclosed that their major shareholders will increase their stakes, sending a strong signal of confidence in their valuations and the broader equity market.
July 22, 2026
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China sets up research center to boost protection for UNESCO heritage site Jiuzhai Valley
China has established a new research center dedicated to the protection and scientific management of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Jiuzhai Valley in the southwestern province of Sichuan, according to a local university.
July 21, 2026
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China's 2026 used car sales nearly match new car purchases
Across China, a growing number of consumers are turning to used cars. At the 2026 China Used Car Conference, a statistic drew wide attention: for the first time, the ratio of new car sales to used car transactions approached parity -- a clear sign that the used car market is gaining traction.
July 21, 2026
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Embodied intelligence gains traction in factories, homes and stores
Now, some robots appear not as mere tools, but as "co-workers" capable of sensing their environment and adapting to changes on their own. The innovation reflects a deeper transition, where embodied intelligence is making its way from research laboratories into industrial mainstream applications.
July 21, 2026