A Permian-era Diaphanopterodea insect fossil, dating back about 300 million years, has been found for the first time in Yangquan, North China's Shanxi Province, according to a report by local newspaper on Monday. The paper detailing the discovery was recently published in the journal Fossil Record. The discovery represents both the earliest and eastern-most record […]
China is intensifying its crackdown on organized criminal networks involved in medical insurance fraud, as they pose a serious threat to the integrity of the medical system. Experts said that it shows a strong commitment to strengthening fund oversight and control. However, policies should be further enforced and implemented across various stages of medical regulation. […]
China's hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup are hanging by a thread, as the national soccer team was held to a 1-1 draw against Thailand, despite playing at home in Shenyang, Northeast China's Liaoning Province. The national team is now sitting in second place with eight points in the four-team group, while […]
n the summer of 1984, a young Chinese shooter Xu Haifeng took aim at a target in Los Angeles, the US and forever changed the trajectory of Chinese sports history. Xu's victory in the men's 50m pistol event earned him the first-ever Olympic gold medal for China, symbolizing the beginning of China's journey toward becoming […]
Two-time NBA champion and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) member Pau Gasol voiced his "unfortunate" feeling on Friday at a press conference over the frequent doping tests that Chinese swimmers have been subjected to, calling for respect toward the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and its testing system. "There was absolutely nothing found [in tests], and […]
Sports reporter Zhu Xiaolong recently violated regulations by participating in a live broadcast, where he made inappropriate remarks about Chinese Olympic champion Quan Hongchan. Nanfang Media Group has promptly launched an investigation and announced on Thursday that they will handle the responsible individuals according to regulations based on the facts. During a recent online livestream, Zhu described […]
A helicopter lands at a flying base in Pudong, Shanghai on August 18, 2024. A low-altitude passenger helicopter route connecting Shanghai's Pudong and Kunshan in East China's Jiangsu Province began operations on Sunday. Covering a distance of approximately 85 kilometers, the trip takes around 25 minutes. Photo: cnsphoto
Embassy of Pakistan in China celebrated the 78th Independence Day of Pakistan in Beijing on Wednesday. Activities were hosted at the embassy. The friendship between China and Pakistan was also celebrated at an award ceremony. Early in the morning, officials and Pakistani community participated in a flag hoisting ceremony to celebrate the 78th Independence Day […]
Editor's Note: In today's world, where challenges and opportunities coexist, the global economy is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. How to respond to these changes and uncertainties has become a common issue for governments, businesses, and individuals alike. Recently, Global Times reporters Xie Wenting and Bai Yunyi (GT) conducted an exclusive interview with renowned economist and […]
Marriage registrations have risen in multiple cities on Qixi Festival, also known as the Chinese Valentine's Day, which fell on Saturday this year, fresh statistics released from a number of cities have shown. A total of 1,290 couples were registered on the Qixi Festival in Guangzhou, representing a 10.92 percent increase compared to last year's […]