International Scientists Unite to Protect China’s Black Soil
International scientists are collaborating in China’s Jilin Province to promote sustainable use of black soil, two years after the black soil protection law came into effect.
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Australian Study Finds Invasive Snails Attracted to Red, Repelled by Garlic
An Australian study reveals invasive snails are attracted to red and repelled by garlic, offering new insights into pest control methods to protect crops.
South Korean Scientists Develop Nano-MIND: A Breakthrough in Wireless Brain Control
South Korean researchers have developed Nano-MIND, a revolutionary technology that enables wireless control of brain regions, potentially transforming neuroscience and therapeutic applications.
Study Finds Most of World’s Drylands Unprotected, Endangering Biodiversity
New study reveals that most of the world’s drylands remain unprotected, posing significant threats to biodiversity, especially in Asia. Researchers urge urgent conservation efforts to safeguard these vital ecosystems.
China Unveils Ambitious Green Targets for Data Centers
China has unveiled an action plan to accelerate the low-carbon transition of its data centers, aiming to lower average power usage effectiveness to less than 1.5 by 2025 and boost renewable energy use.
China Unveils Inaugural List of 26 Most Innovative Central SOEs
China’s state assets regulator unveiled its inaugural list of 26 centrally administered SOEs leading in innovation, highlighting their pivotal role in advancing the nation’s technological capabilities.
Bug in CrowdStrike’s Quality Control Causes Global Outages
An internal bug in CrowdStrike’s quality-control system caused a global outage, disrupting industries worldwide and impacting millions of devices. Financial losses mount as companies assess the damage.
GM Delays Self-Driving Origin Vehicle, Shifts Focus to New Bolt EV
General Motors delays its steering wheel-free Origin vehicle, shifting focus to developing a new Chevrolet Bolt EV for Cruise robotaxis to mitigate regulatory challenges.
Elon Musk Asserts Tesla Will Weather Potential Trump EV Policy Changes
Elon Musk believes Tesla will be less impacted by potential EV policy changes proposed by Donald Trump, emphasizing the company’s focus on autonomy and self-driving technology.
Meta Unveils Llama 3: Open-Source AI Model Challenges Industry Giants
Meta Platforms unveils Llama 3, its most advanced open-source AI model, aiming to rival industry giants like OpenAI and Google. Llama 3 boasts multilingual capabilities and enhanced performance.
China’s ‘CarbonBox’ Achieves Milestone in Carbon Capture Technology
China’s ‘CarbonBox’, Asia’s largest direct air capture module, passes reliability tests, marking a major breakthrough in CO2 capture technology with vast implications for green initiatives.
Israeli Researchers Develop Non-Invasive Therapy to Ease Pancreatic Cancer Pain
Israeli researchers have developed a non-invasive radiation therapy that significantly reduces severe pain in pancreatic cancer patients, improving their quality of life.
China’s AG600 Amphibious Aircraft Enters Flight Certification Phase
China’s AG600 large amphibious aircraft has entered the flight certification test phase, marking a significant milestone in enhancing the nation’s emergency rescue capabilities.
China’s 5G Expansion: Nearly 3.92 Million Base Stations Serve Over Half the Population
China’s 5G base stations reached nearly 3.92 million by June’s end, with over half the population now using 5G services, reflecting rapid expansion of the nation’s telecommunications infrastructure.
China Boosts Support for Innovative SMEs to Accelerate Tech Advancement
China intensifies efforts to support innovative SMEs, aiming to accelerate technological advancements and drive new product development in a push for economic growth.
Discovery of Water on the Moon Fuels Urgent Call for Lunar Research Station
New evidence of water on the moon has intensified calls for a lunar research station. Nasr Al-Sahhaf, chair of International Moon Day, emphasizes its importance for sustainable human presence and deeper space exploration.
New Zealand Study Reveals Mice as Hidden Carriers of Leptospirosis
House mice are an underestimated source of leptospirosis in New Zealand, putting anyone in contact with them at risk. A new study highlights the need for increased awareness beyond rural areas.
Chinese Scientists Discover Water Molecules in Chang’e-5 Lunar Sample
Chinese scientists have discovered water molecules in a lunar sample from the Chang’e-5 mission, revealing a new mineral with significant water content and offering fresh insights into the moon’s composition.
China’s Second Homegrown Cruise Ship Chooses Guangzhou as Home Port
China’s second homegrown large cruise ship will call Guangzhou Nansha International Cruise Home Port its home, enhancing south China’s cruise industry and offering new routes to South and Southeast Asia.
China’s National Data Centers Harness 80% Green Energy
China’s advanced national data centers achieve 80% usage of green electricity, marking a significant milestone in sustainable technology infrastructure, as announced by the National Data Administration.