15 dead, 9 missing after flash floods in Yemen
The agency said the floods, triggered by torrential rains early Friday, struck host communities and camps for internally displaced persons in western and northwestern Taiz.
Shandong releases roadmap for comprehensive rural revitalization
On March 30, the Information Office of Shandong Provincial People's Government held a regular policy briefing to interpret the Implementation Opinions of the CPC Shandong Provincial Committee and Shandong Provincial People's Government on Accelerating Agricultural and Rural Modernization and Solidly Advancing Comprehensive Rural Revitalization.
Weifang Port’s throughput up 17% year-on-year in Jan-Feb 2026
Since 2026, Weifang Port has maintained a growth trend in production and operations, with multiple indicators achieving breakthroughs. In January and February, Weifang Port achieved a cargo throughput of 7.7 million tons, representing a year-on-year increase of 17%, setting a record high for the same period. This has laid a good foundation for the port's development throughout the year.
China’s 15th Five-Year Plan serves as a practical guideline for international investors: NDRC researcher
China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) is not only a blueprint but also a practical roadmap of opportunities for international investors, Liu Yue, deputy director of the Foreign Economic Research Institute at the Institute of Macroeconomic Research under the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), said during a salon discussion held by the China Public Diplomacy Association on China's economic development on Monday.
On the sunlit track of southern Portugal's Portimao circuit last weekend, Chinese motorcycle brand ZXMOTO secured two straight World Supersport category wins, including one with a commanding lead of nearly 4 seconds over established global rivals, in the Portuguese round of the Superbike World Championship, also known as the WSBK.
Chinese official media reveals new details on Type 054B frigate as AI algorithms nearly eliminate air defense blind spots
An official media report on Sunday disclosed multiple new developments regarding the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy's Type 054B guided-missile frigate Qinzhou. The report highlighted one of its most distinctive features: a next-generation architecture powered by advanced AI algorithms, enabling near-zero blind spots in air defense. Experts say the Type 054B represents a major leap in integrated combat capability and positions the vessel among the most advanced frigates in service today.
Expert: How World Data Organization could reshape data governance
The World Data Organization (WDO) was officially launched in Beijing on Monday as the first professional international organization dedicated to advancing data development and governance practices. Positioned as a non-governmental and non-profit platform, it aims to facilitate dialogue, rule-making and international cooperation in the data domain.
Pentagon prepares for potential weeks-long ground operations in Iran
The Pentagon is preparing for weeks of ground operations in Iran, as thousands of US soldiers and Marines arrive in the Middle East, The Washington Post reported on Saturday.
25 years on, Boao forum provides reassuring voice amid global instability, uncertainty
As the humid spring breeze drifts in from the South China Sea, Boao, a tranquil town on China's tropical island of Hainan, once again draws global attention.
The Haiyang Yangko performance Old Folks Dance and Shine has won the Mountain Flower Award for Outstanding Folk Art Performance, making a brilliant appearance on the country's most prestigious cultural stage. As one of the "Three Major Yangko Dances of Shandong", Haiyang Yangko integrates song, dance and drama. Known for its bold, energetic and joyful style, it was inscribed on the first batch of China's National Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2006.
Influencers, journalists explore cultural tourism integration in Zhangdian, Zibo
On March 28, a group of over 20 online influencers and journalists took part in the “Discovering New Trends in Cultural Tourism in Zibo” press tour. They visited key sites including Zibo Aviation Hub, Zibo Liaozhai Teahouse at Qishengli Block, Zibo Ceramic and Glass Museum, Tangku Cultural and Creative Park, and Badaju Market, immersing themselves in Zhangdian’s new cultural tourism landmarks and experiencing the vibrant vitality of the “cultural tourism + consumption” new business models.