Category: China Daily

  • China Turns Desert Into Gold

    China’s Taklimakan Desert green belt is no longer just holding back sand; it is turning desert edges into profitable farmland.

  • China Won’t Fight This War

    China is furious over the US-Israel strikes on Iran, and the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling it illegal, regime-change escalation and demanding an immediate ceasefire.

  • The App That Checks If You’re Alive

    China’s viral paid app “Are You Dead?” turns solo-living anxiety into a one-tap daily check-in; miss it, and your emergency contact gets an email. Its boom tracks a bigger shift: millions living alone, and new “online + neighbourhood” safety nets filling in for shrinking family safety nets.

  • China Just Fast-Tracked Self-Driving Cars

    China has officially crossed into Level-3 autonomous driving, approving its first conditionally self-driving cars for real-world use. It’s a cautious but historic step toward mass adoption in the world’s largest auto market.

  • China’s Robotaxis Overtake the World

    Chinese robotaxi leaders are going global: Pony.ai starts testing in Qatar with Mowasalat, WeRide expands in Singapore/UAE, and Momenta readies Uber rides in Germany by 2026. Backed by China’s pro-AV policies and giant home pilots, partnerships with Uber/Grab speed scale, though localisation, rules, and profitability still loom as hurdles.

  • China, US Reach Deal To Extend Tariff Suspension

    China and the US extended their pause on tariff hikes for 90 days, aiming to stabilize trade worth nearly $700 billion. The move boosts business confidence, supports negotiations, and eases costs for companies, with leaders stressing the need for equality, cooperation, and long-term stability.

  • Advanced Weapon Systems Make Debut in China

    China’s top defense company Norinco showcased advanced drones and counter-drone weapons in Baotou, Inner Mongolia. Highlights included the BZK-005E surveillance drone, the versatile CR500B helicopter drone, and the FL-30 loitering munition system for precision strikes. They also revealed laser weapons and missile systems designed to detect and destroy hostile drones efficiently.

  • Unprecedented Heat Wave Sweeping across China

    China is gripped by a searing heat wave, with temperatures soaring past 40°C in many regions and some areas expected to reach 42°C. Nights remain uncomfortably warm, humidity levels are rising unusually in northern cities, and meteorologists note shifting climate patterns, though long-term data is still needed to confirm permanent change.

  • AI-Powered Virtual Idols Raise Ethical Hazards

    AI-powered anime streamers are charming millions by mimicking real emotions and chat interactions without any humans behind the screen. They build strong fan bonds but also raise big concerns about privacy, addiction, and replacing real connections with virtual comfort. The question now is how to manage this growing influence.

  • UK Overtakes US As Top Choice For Chinese Students

    More Chinese students are now heading to the UK instead of the US, attracted by shorter courses and a steadier political climate. Popular fields include engineering, management, and economics, with rising interest in remote and cross-disciplinary studies—largely influenced by well-off, globally minded parents, professionals, and even retirees.