Space Economy Emerges as New Economic Driver at 2025 World Economic Forum
The 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos will focus on ‘Reimagining Growth,’ highlighting the space economy as a new driver for global economic development.
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China’s Triple Success: Three Liquid Rocket Engine Tests Completed in a Single Day
China successfully conducted three liquid rocket engine ignition tests in a single day, marking a significant advancement in its aerospace capabilities and supporting future high-frequency Long March rocket launches.
China Boosts Malaysia’s Renewable Energy Through Solar Collaboration
Chinese solar companies are partnering with Malaysian firms and schools, accelerating Malaysia’s shift towards renewable energy through community demonstrations and training programs.
TikTok Restores Services in the U.S. Following Trump’s Executive Order
TikTok restores services in the U.S. after President-elect Donald Trump announces plans to revive the app when he returns to power on Monday.
China’s Shenzhou-19 Crew Gears Up for Second Spacewalk
The Shenzhou-19 crew aboard the China Space Station is preparing for their second spacewalk, set to occur in the coming days, marking another milestone in China’s ambitious space exploration program.
Chinese Icebreaker Xuelong-2 Embarks on Antarctic Research Mission in Amundsen Sea
Chinese icebreaker Xuelong-2 has begun a month-long research mission in the Amundsen Sea as part of China’s 41st Antarctic expedition, focusing on polar marine science.
TikTok Suspends App in U.S.; President-Elect Trump Hints at Reprieve
TikTok suspended its app in the U.S. ahead of a looming ban, but President-elect Donald Trump indicated a possible 90-day reprieve once he takes office on Monday.
TikTok to Become Temporarily Unavailable in the U.S. on Sunday
TikTok announced to U.S. users that the app will be temporarily unavailable starting Sunday due to a new law banning the platform. Users were met with a message about the impending service disruption.
Massive Rare Earth Deposit Discovered in Southwest China’s Yunnan Province
China Geological Survey announces discovery of a massive rare earth deposit in Yunnan Province, with potential resources of 1.15 million tonnes, strengthening China’s high-tech industries.
Science Saturday: Climate Change Impacts and China’s Lunar Magnetic Field Discovery
Explore recent scientific breakthroughs: the impact of climate change seen in wildfires and global warming records, Antarctic ice revealing Earth’s past, and China’s Chang’e-5 discovering the moon’s magnetic history.
Chinese Observatory Unveils New Comet C/2025 A3 (Tsuchinshan)
Chinese astronomers at the Purple Mountain Observatory have discovered a new comet, designated C/2025 A3 (Tsuchinshan), confirmed by the International Astronomical Union.
China’s Internet Users Surpass 1.1 Billion, Powering Digital Economy
China’s internet users reached 1.1 billion by December 2024, highlighting the immense growth and potential of the nation’s digital economy, according to a recent report.
China’s NEV Ownership Surges to Over 31 Million by End of 2024
China’s NEV ownership has surged to 31.4 million by the end of 2024, marking a 260-fold increase over the past decade, showcasing the nation’s dedication to sustainable transportation.
China Reveals U.S. Cyberattacks Targeting Major Tech Enterprise
China’s CNCERT reports two sophisticated U.S. cyberattacks on a major Chinese tech enterprise, leading to the theft of nearly 5 GB of critical commercial data.
China Launches Pakistani Satellite PRSC-EO1 and Two Others into Orbit
China successfully launched Pakistan’s PRSC-EO1 satellite and two others into orbit from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, marking the 556th mission of the Long March rocket series.
Chinese Academy of Sciences Honors Pioneers in Science and Technology
CAS announced the recipients of the 2024 Outstanding Science and Technology Achievement Prize, honoring two scientists and recognizing 14 groundbreaking achievements in fields spanning lithium batteries to Mars exploration.
China’s Birth Rate Rises in 2024, First Increase in Seven Years
China’s birth rate rose in 2024 for the first time in seven years, with 9.54 million newborns recorded, signaling a potential demographic shift boosted by the Year of the Dragon and supportive policies.
SpaceX’s Starship Explodes During Seventh Test Flight
SpaceX’s Starship exploded during its seventh test flight after a successful booster catch, highlighting the challenges in advancing space exploration technology.
Chinese CITIC Dicastal Group Launches Africa’s First Global Lighthouse Factory
Chinese company CITIC Dicastal Group launches Africa’s first Global Lighthouse Factory, as announced by the World Economic Forum, marking a significant advancement in the continent’s manufacturing sector.
China to Launch Probe into U.S. Low-Priced Chip Exports
China’s Ministry of Commerce announces a probe into U.S. low-priced chip exports, citing unfair competition from U.S. subsidies. The investigation aims to protect domestic industries affected by cheap imports.