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Chengdu City in Southwest China hosted the 2024 World Dance Sport Federation World Breaking Championship, bringing together over 200 participants. Champions included B-girl India Sardjoe and B-boy Hishikawa Isshin.
Chengdu City hosted the 2024 World Breaking Championship, bringing together over 200 participants from around the globe. B-girl India Sardjoe and B-boy Hishikawa Isshin clinched the women’s and men’s titles respectively.
China is set to become the world’s largest aviation service market by 2043, nearly tripling in value from $23 billion to $61 billion, according to Airbus China’s Vice President Hu Yongdong.
Shanghai Port becomes the world’s first port to exceed 50 million TEUs in annual container throughput, marking its 14th consecutive year as the global leader and setting a new milestone in maritime history.
Palestinian youth Rami Taha sets ambitious goals for 2025, including learning Chinese, practicing martial arts, and earning a professional certificate, reflecting a trend of personal growth and cultural engagement.
Harbin introduces the Harbin Moose, a quirky plush toy mascot inspired by the city’s rich history with deer species and its icy winter spirit. The moose has become a hit with tourists and locals alike.
Beijing’s 12345 Hotline provides a direct line for 22 million residents to voice concerns, enhancing governance by swiftly addressing public complaints.
At the 2024 Beijing Forum, former NYC Deputy Mayor Phil Thompson highlighted Beijing’s effective grassroots response to public concerns, showcasing a model for modern urban governance.
Beijing’s 12345 hotline echoes the historic Bell and Drum Towers, transforming top-down communication into a bottom-up dialogue, and connecting residents directly with municipal authorities.
Four flamingos have been spotted at Shanxi’s Yuncheng Salt Lake, highlighting the success of ecological restoration efforts that have transformed the wetland into a haven for wildlife.
Cities worldwide are ramping up security measures after a deadly attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, which left five dead and over 200 injured. Former Pentagon analyst Michael Maloof emphasizes the need for heightened vigilance.
Tourists visiting Xinzhou Ancient City in Shanxi Province enjoyed a free dumpling feast on December 21, celebrating China’s Winter Solstice and experiencing traditional northern Chinese customs.
Private enterprises in China have surpassed expectations, accounting for over 55% of the total foreign trade value in the first 11 months of 2024, signaling a significant role in the nation’s high-quality opening up.
The 12345 hotline in Beijing has become a vital resource for foreign residents like Turkish PhD candidate Jessica Durdu, highlighting the city’s innovative approach to urban governance and multicultural integration.
A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing five and injuring over 200. The suspect, a Saudi refugee, has been arrested as the nation mourns the tragic event.
A car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, has left five dead and over 200 injured. The suspect, a 50-year-old Saudi refugee, has been arrested as the community mourns.
A tragic car attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, left five dead and over 200 injured. Authorities arrested the suspect as the community mourns the victims.
A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing five and injuring over 200. The suspect has been arrested as the community mourns and leaders call for unity.
A car drove into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing five and injuring over 200. The suspect, a 50-year-old Saudi refugee, was arrested following the attack.
Fifteen young conductors and seven singers gathered in Suzhou, China, for immersive training with Maestro Riccardo Muti at the Italian Opera Academy-China 2024, culminating in a grand graduation concert.
