China’s Shenzhou-18 Crew Returns Safely After 192-Day Space Mission
China’s Shenzhou-18 astronauts, Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu, have safely returned to Earth after a successful 192-day mission aboard the China Space Station.
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Shenzhou-18 Crew Returns to Earth After 192-Day Space Journey
China’s Shenzhou-18 astronauts—Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu—have safely returned after a 192-day mission aboard the China Space Station, marking a successful conclusion to their six-month journey.
Shenzhou-18 Astronauts Prepare to Return After Six-Month Space Journey
China’s Shenzhou-18 astronauts are concluding their six-month mission and are set to return to the Chinese mainland on Monday, marking the 32nd flight mission of China’s manned space program.
Experts Call for Enhanced U.S.-China AI Cooperation at Beijing Forum
At the 2024 Beijing Forum, experts urge the U.S. and China to strengthen collaboration in artificial intelligence to promote global innovation and share benefits widely.
Shenzhou-18 Crew Embarks on Return to Earth After Successful Space Mission
China’s Shenzhou-18 spacecraft has separated from the space station, beginning the return journey for astronauts Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu after a successful mission.
China Eastern Airlines Successfully Completes First C919 Engine Replacement
China Eastern Airlines completes the first engine replacement for the C919 aircraft, marking a key advancement in China’s aviation maintenance capabilities.
Mirror Platform Enhances Scientific Research at China’s Space Station
China’s new mirror platform for scientific experiments at its space station has begun official operations, bolstering support for upcoming research missions like Shenzhou-19.
Nobel Laureate Gerard Mourou to Pioneer Extreme Light Research in China
Nobel laureate Gerard Mourou joins Peking University to advance extreme light research in medicine and energy, reflecting China’s growing role in global scientific innovation.
Intel’s AI Ambitions Struggle as Gaudi Chips Fall Short of Expectations
Intel’s Gaudi accelerator chips have fallen short of sales expectations, leading the company to scrap its 2024 forecast. This highlights Intel’s ongoing challenges in the competitive AI hardware market.
Chinese Scientists Develop Soft Robotic Gripper Capable of Handling Delicate Living Things
Scientists at China’s USTC have developed a flexible robotic gripper that gently handles delicate living things, opening new possibilities in medical procedures and wildlife rescue.
Apple Invests $1.5 Billion in Globalstar to Enhance Satellite Services
Apple invests $1.5 billion in satellite provider Globalstar to expand iPhone communication services, developing new satellites and infrastructure to enhance connectivity options for users worldwide.
China Unveils World’s First Mobile Thermal-Injection Platform
China has unveiled the world’s first mobile thermal-injection platform, Recai No.1, marking a significant advancement in heavy oil extraction technology and tapping into vast domestic reserves.
Shenzhou-18 Astronauts Hand Over China Space Station to Shenzhou-19 Crew
The Shenzhou-18 crew has handed over control of the China Space Station to the Shenzhou-19 crew, marking a significant milestone in China’s space exploration efforts.
China’s Sweeping Reforms Chart New Course for Modernization
China is deepening comprehensive reforms following a landmark CPC meeting, unveiling over 300 measures to advance modernization across economy, politics, culture, society, and ecological civilization.
Dongfeng Landing Site Prepares for Shenzhou-18 Crew’s Return
Teams at China’s Dongfeng landing site are preparing for the return of the Shenzhou-18 space crew on November 4, completing final drills to ensure a safe and coordinated recovery.
China’s Einstein Probe Discovers Mysterious Cosmic ‘Fireworks’
China’s Einstein Probe satellite has detected a mysterious transient celestial object that flickers like cosmic fireworks, potentially unveiling new insights into the universe’s extreme phenomena.
Ancient Rice Traces Found in China Rewrite History of Domestication
Chinese researchers discover 10,000-year-old rice traces in ceramic sherds using CT scanning, shedding new light on rice domestication origins.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT Now Searches the Web, Taking on Google
OpenAI has enhanced its ChatGPT chatbot with search engine capabilities, challenging Google’s dominance. Users can now receive real-time, sourced answers directly within ChatGPT, marking a significant shift in AI technology.
China Unveils Its Largest Self-Developed Tunnel-Boring Machine
China has unveiled its largest self-developed tunnel-boring machine, a 5,000-tonne giant capable of excavating diameters up to 16.64 meters, marking a significant advancement in infrastructure technology.
First U.S. Case of H5N1 Bird Flu Detected in Pig on Oregon Farm
The USDA confirms the first U.S. case of H5N1 bird flu in a pig on an Oregon farm, raising concerns about potential animal and human health risks.