China to launch AI Plus initiative: Government Work Report

China will launch an artificial intelligence (AI) Plus initiative to promote the innovative development of digital economy, according to a government work report submitted on Tuesday to the national legislature for deliberation. China will step up research and development (R&D) and application of big data and AI, launch an AI Plus initiative, and build digital […]

12 diplomatic missions organize Diversity and Inclusion Film Festival

The 4th Diversity and Inclusion Film Festival jointly organized by 12 diplomatic missions in China recently took place in Beijing.  With this year's theme being "Finding Our Voice," 12 countries jointly presented fascinating movies and invited people to embark on a fabulous cinematic journey.  The diplomatic missions involved in organizing the event were Australia, Belgium, […]

Maui wildfire tragedy once again exposes US’ incompetence in natural disaster, emergency rescues

News of the devastating wildfire on the Hawaiian island of Maui reminds Chinese oceanologist Wang Yamin of the pristine island he visited nine years ago. Wang still remembered the days when he was amazed by the dazzling blue ocean, the lush green of the trees, and the pretty little houses hidden among vegetation. During an […]

‘New cold war’ with China, a trap concocted by US

Editor's Note: The China-US bilateral relationship is one of the most important in the world. The trajectory of this relationship has attracted international attention. Still, the US is stepping up its efforts to suppress China on various fronts such as politics and diplomacy, economy, trade, technology, and military security, showing the true meaning of a […]

Exhibition showcasing China's manned space achievements kicks off; new-gen manned spacecraft on display for first time

An exhibition showcasing China's 30 years of achievements in manned spaceflight opened at the National Museum of China on Friday. For the first time, the new-generation of manned spacecraft and the lunar surface lander are on public display, according to China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The exhibition highlights China's ambitious space pursuits, showcasing the breakthroughs […]

Ukraine crisis enters 'garbage time,' likely to last long: experts

This past weekend saw continued fighting between Russia and Ukraine on the frontlines and behind the lines. Dozens of battles were reported in frontline areas, while airports, train stations and other targets in both countries were hit. Although the battle is burning its way into Russian territory, neither side has much ability to change the […]

How to tell if a T. rex is expecting

Call it a T. rex pregnancy test. Chemical analyses of fingernail-sized slivers of bone can reveal whether a Tyrannosaurus rex was expecting, paleontologist Mary Schweitzer of North Carolina State University in Raleigh and colleagues report March 15 in Scientific Reports. The analyses confirm that T. rex had medullary bone, a type of reproductive tissue found […]

Ancient dwarf galaxy was heavy-element factory

SALT LAKE CITY — In the primeval universe, a violent event roiled a dwarf galaxy, leaving an indelible mark on the stars that formed there. Scientists reached that conclusion after finding traces of heavy elements produced by the cataclysm in the ancient dwarf galaxy Reticulum II. “It might be the first time where we can […]