WHO Approves First Global Mpox Vaccine, Boosting Fight Against Outbreaks
WHO approves MVA-BN vaccine, the first-ever mpox vaccine added to its prequalification list, enhancing global access and aiding efforts to control outbreaks.
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Global Businesses Converge at China’s Services Trade Fair to Explore Opportunities
Global companies are gathering at the 2024 China International Fair for Trade in Services in Beijing to explore opportunities in China’s expanding services market, signaling confidence in the country’s economic potential.
China Unveils Action Plan to Boost Certification and Accreditation Opening-Up
China has unveiled an action plan to promote the opening up of certification and accreditation from 2024 to 2030, aiming to deepen industry reforms and enhance global cooperation.
Apple’s New AirPods Pro 2 Approved by FDA as Affordable Hearing Aids
Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 have been approved by the FDA to function as hearing aids, offering an affordable and accessible option for individuals with hearing loss through a new personalized hearing feature.
China Prepares for Travel Surge During Mid-Autumn Festival
China is gearing up for a significant surge in travel during the Mid-Autumn Festival, with an estimated 1.8 million daily passenger trips expected. Authorities are implementing measures to ensure smooth travel experiences.
OpenAI Unveils Advanced AI Models with Enhanced Reasoning Abilities
OpenAI announces new AI models with enhanced reasoning abilities, aiming to tackle complex tasks in science, coding, and mathematics, promising more accurate and beneficial responses.
EU Privacy Regulator Investigates Google’s Use of User Data in AI Development
Ireland’s Data Protection Commission initiates a probe into Google’s use of EU user data in developing the AI model PaLM 2, highlighting regulatory concerns over privacy compliance in AI innovation.
South Korea Declares Emergency Medical Response Amid Doctors’ Strike
South Korea has declared a special emergency medical response period amid a nationwide doctors’ strike, mobilizing resources to maintain essential health services during this critical time.
China Launches World’s Highest BeiDou-Enabled Meteorological Station in Xizang
China has launched the world’s highest meteorological observation station featuring BeiDou technology in Xizang, enhancing weather monitoring on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau.
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Crew Completes World’s First Private Spacewalk
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission achieved a historic milestone as two astronauts completed the world’s first private spacewalk, marking a new era in commercial space exploration.
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao Set for EV Tariff Talks in Europe
Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao will meet with Valdis Dombrovskis of the European Commission on September 19 to discuss the EU’s anti-subsidy case on Chinese-made electric vehicles.
China’s Inner Mongolia Begins Construction of Massive Energy Storage Station in Ulan Buh Desert
Inner Mongolia Energy Group begins constructing China’s largest energy storage power station in the Ulan Buh Desert, aiming to enhance renewable energy integration and combat desertification.
NASA’s Europa Clipper Mission Set for October Launch to Explore Jupiter’s Icy Moon
NASA’s Europa Clipper mission, set to launch on October 10, aims to explore Jupiter’s icy moon Europa to determine if environments beneath its surface could support life.
Soyuz MS-26 with Russian and American Crew Docks at ISS After Speedy Journey
Soyuz MS-26 spacecraft carrying two Russians and an American docks at the ISS after a swift three-hour journey from Kazakhstan, joining an international crew aboard the station.
China Unveils Ambitious Plan to Propel Mobile IoT for ‘Intelligent Connectivity’
China unveils an ambitious plan to boost mobile IoT development for ‘Intelligent Connectivity,’ aiming to exceed 3.6 billion connections by 2027 and drive innovation across key industries.
China Unveils Asia’s Largest High-Altitude Space Engine Test Stand
China has completed testing of Asia’s largest high-altitude simulation test stand for space engines in Shaanxi Province, marking a significant breakthrough in its manned lunar exploration program.
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Mission Set for Historic First Private Spacewalk
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn mission is set to make history with the first private spacewalk, as four private astronauts orbit Earth aboard the Crew Dragon capsule, pushing the boundaries of commercial spaceflight.
China Denounces U.S. Biosecure Act Targeting Chinese Biotech Firms
China opposes the U.S. Biosecure Act, passed by the House, which targets Chinese biotech firms like WuXi AppTec and BGI Group. Chinese authorities and companies denounce the legislation as discriminatory.
LandSpace Achieves Landmark 10-km VTVL Test, Advancing China’s Reusable Rocket Development
LandSpace, a Chinese commercial rocket company, has successfully completed a 10-kilometer VTVL “jump test”, marking a significant step towards developing its reusable ZQ-3 rocket.
Chinese Researchers Discover Probiotic Therapy for Colorectal Cancer
Chinese researchers from Lanzhou University have discovered a probiotic strain that shows promise in treating colorectal cancer by promoting tumor cell apoptosis and regulating gut microbiota.