China activates Level-IV flood emergency response for Hubei, Chongqing
China's State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters on Saturday activated a Level-IV emergency response for flood control in Hubei and Chongqing, while maintaining the same level of response for Hunan, according to the Ministry of Emergency Management (MEM).
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Summer box office hype builds as tally hits ¥15 Bln
China's film market has crossed another major milestone in 2026. According to movie data platform Beacon Pro, the country's total box office revenue, including pre-sales, surpassed 15 billion yuan (about $2.11 billion) on Saturday.As of noon on May 23, the year's top five films at the Chinese box
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Three generations of Yiwu merchants: The enduring core of 'prospering the city through commerce' approach
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged efforts to further review the development experience of the city of Yiwu in East China's Zhejiang Province, and put it to good use.
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China's space station to continue powering up crewed moon landing efforts
China's space station will step up support for the country's first crewed lunar landing, scheduled to be achieved by 2030, the China Manned Space Agency said on Saturday.
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Shenzhou-23 set to launch on Sunday with first Hong Kong astronaut on board
China on Saturday morning held a press conference on the Shenzhou-23 manned spaceflight mission, announcing mission details as well as the astronaut crew, which includes Lai Ka-ying, the country’s first astronaut from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) to carry out a spaceflight
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China dispatches 6 national rescue teams after gas explosion at north China coal mine
China has dispatched six national mine emergency rescue teams, totaling 345 personnel with equipment, to assist in rescue efforts following a coal mine gas explosion in Qinyuan County, north China's Shanxi Province, the Ministry of Emergency Management said on Saturday.
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Four missing Chinese nationals in Thailand found, properly accommodated: Chinese embassy
The Chinese Embassy in Thailand said on Saturday that Thai authorities had informed the Chinese side that the four Chinese nationals who went missing after arriving in Thailand on May 3 had been found on Friday and properly accommodated.
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China's cultural new trio captivates global audiences
Here at the 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair, Chinese culture is going global and this is where we can see it happening. China's cultural "new trio" ‒ online literature, online games and online film and television — is winning fans around the world. So how far has Chinese culture really gone in its overseas journey? Let's follow People's Daily reporter Rennie to find out! (Produced by Wang Ruofan, Li Mingzhi, interns Gong Mengting, Chen Hongxin and Zhao Yilin)
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China discloses Shenzhou-23 mission tasks, testing artificial embryos, year-long stay
China's Shenzhou-23 crew, during their upcoming mission, will carry out experiments involving "artificial embryos," rare-earth alloys and novel batteries, while contributing data on long-duration space residency, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced on Saturday.
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North China coal mine accident leaves 82 dead, nine missing
The death toll rose to 82 following a coal mine accident in Qinyuan County, north China's Shanxi Province.The gas explosion occurred at the Liushenyu coal mine at 7:29 p.m. on Friday. Rescue efforts are ongoing.
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Hunan TV chairman: Chinese culture should go global
As Chinese media expand globally, Hunan Broadcasting System is finding new ways to share Chinese stories, creativity and culture with the world.
In this interview, Gong Zhengwen, chairman of Hunan Broadcasting System, says the group's international communication strategy focuses on two key priorities: building stronger platforms and communication matrices, and creating high-quality content with global appeal.
Gong says Chinese culture, with its profound heritage and strong creativity, should generate a global influence comparable to other cultural trends.
This vision is what the group calls the "Chinese Wave." (Produced by Wang Ruofan, Han Xiaomeng, Qiao Wai, intern Cui Jianing and Wang Jingyu)
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How China, Pakistan take South-South collaboration to deep space
From satellite launches and lunar exploration to astronaut training and satellite navigation services, China and Pakistan have steadily expanded their aerospace partnership in recent years.
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Two Pakistani astronauts undergoing training in China: CMSA
JIUQUAN, May 23 (Xinhua) -- Two Pakistani astronauts have entered the Astronaut Center of China and are participating in mission training alongside their Chinese counterparts, with all related work progressing smoothly, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced on Saturday.According to the plan, one Pakistani astronaut will serve as a payload specialist for a short-term spaceflight mission. They are currently following the program to complete basic training and aerospace technical training, CMSA spokesperson Zhang Jingbo told a press conference in Jiuquan in northwest China.The training focuses on developing hands-on operational capabilities to ensure the Pakistani astronauts are fully qualified to carry out the mission, Zhang explained.During the initial phase of the training, intensive Chinese language instruction will be conducted to strengthen their Chinese proficiency, including basic Chinese knowledge and the relevant command vocabulary required for mission execution.The CMSA announced in April that two Pakistani astronauts, Muhammad Zeeshan Ali and Khurram Daud, had been selected as the final candidates following the completion of the first selection of foreign astronauts for China's manned space program.
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China calls for objective work of ICC on Libya
UNITED NATIONS, May 22 (Xinhua) -- A Chinese envoy on Friday called on the International Criminal Court (ICC) to carry out its work with regard to Libya in an objective and impartial manner.China takes note of the ICC's recent work regarding evidence collection, investigation, and judicial proceedings, and calls on the court to continue fulfilling its mandate in strict accordance with facts and law and ensure that relevant procedures align with the fundamental principles of international criminal justice, Sun Lei, China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations, told the Security Council.The court must continue to respect Libya's judicial sovereignty, strengthen communication and coordination with the Libyan authorities, properly handle the relationship between international and domestic justice, and garner greater understanding and support from the Libyan people, said Sun.In light of the current political impasse in Libya, the international community should collectively engage with relevant Libyan parties, encouraging them to address their differences through dialogue and consultation, participate in UN-led mediation in good faith, and build consensus on holding national elections and unifying institutions. Any work undertaken by the ICC should serve to strengthen intra-Libyan unity, instead of amplifying divisions and tensions, he said.China will work with all parties to firmly support Libya's efforts to safeguard its sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. China stands committed to playing a constructive role for the early realization of national unity and lasting peace in Libya, said Sun.
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