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Discover how Zhangjiajie’s mist-shrouded sandstone pillars in China’s Hunan Province inspired the iconic world of Pandora in James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’.
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Discover how Zhangjiajie’s mist-shrouded sandstone pillars in China’s Hunan Province inspired the iconic world of Pandora in James Cameron’s ‘Avatar’.
U.S. scholar Clifford Cobb praises the Chinese mainland’s significant efforts in reducing carbon emissions and advancing sustainable development.
14,000 seed samples from 21 gene banks have been deposited this week in Norway’s Svalbard Global Seed Vault, ensuring the preservation of vital crop varieties worldwide.
Changting County in southeastern China transforms from barren landscapes to a thriving eco-economy through remarkable ecological restoration and sustainable development.
The Chinese mainland sets a bold target to eliminate severe air pollution by 2025 through enhanced pollution control and emission reduction efforts.
Kenya’s National Drought Management Authority reports worsening drought conditions in 20 out of 23 arid counties, putting millions at risk of starvation due to a poor rainy season.
China’s marine economy reached a historic 10.54 trillion yuan in 2024, marking a 5.9% increase and showcasing strong growth across various sectors, according to the Ministry of Natural Resources.
China’s 2025 No.1 central document highlights innovation in agricultural technology, seed industry revitalization, and support for leading agri-tech enterprises to ensure food security and boost productivity.
Heavy snowfall and blizzards disrupt daily life in Türkiye, closing over 2,000 roads across 18 provinces and isolating numerous neighborhoods.
The Anhui-Zhejiang Skyline, the highest mountain road in east China, showcases a stunning winter landscape after recent snowfall, attracting numerous visitors.
China has introduced its first technical standards for precise mangrove restoration, aiming to enhance ecological protection and sustainable development.
China National Petroleum Corporation has completed the deepest vertical well in Asia, reaching 10,910 meters in the northwestern desert, marking a significant advancement in the region’s energy sector.
The Chinese mainland is set to launch a nationwide tagging system to protect ancient and notable trees, reinforcing their status as green national treasures.
Scientists are racing to understand the impact of Los Angeles wildfires on the Pacific Ocean, investigating how hazardous ash from recent fires may be contaminating marine ecosystems.
Researchers are examining the impact of Los Angeles wildfires on the ocean, as crews remove hazardous materials from the affected areas.
A severe winter weather event in the U.S. has resulted in nine fatalities, with Kentucky being the hardest hit due to heavy rain and flooded roads.
The Maldives aims to plant 2 million trees by 2025 as part of its Five Million Tree Plantation Program to combat climate change and protect biodiversity.
The Maldives aims to plant 2 million trees by 2025 as part of its Five Million Tree Plantation Program, targeting climate change and biodiversity.
Chinese researchers unveil Eidoreus haizhuensis, a new insect species discovered in Guangzhou’s urban wetlands.
Chinese researchers have discovered a new insect species, Eidoreus haizhuensis, in Guangzhou’s urban wetlands, highlighting the region’s rich biodiversity and ongoing conservation efforts.