Newly submitted draft revisions to China's Agriculture Law are aimed at further strengthening food security, boosting farmers' incomes and advancing rural modernization, according to an official.
As the May Day holidays draw near, many Chinese travelers are making plans for outbound trips, with various countries and regions, including South Korea, Thailand and Russia, expected to see large numbers of Chinese tourists, according to data from Chinese travel platforms on Sunday.
China has reported increased influenza and rhinovirus activity since April, China’s National Disease Control and Prevention Administration announced on Wednesday, warning of increased risks from mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue fever and chikungunya as the May Day holiday travel surge approaches.
China's 2026 May Day holiday travel market is heating up, with flight and hotel bookings already entering a peak period, according to data from major online travel platforms.
Micro dramas, as a representative form of new mass culture, have sparked a wave of popularity in overseas markets thanks to their "short, punchy and fast" mode of dissemination, audience-oriented storytelling, and distinctive vertical-screen aesthetics. Behind these achievements, the role of platform expansion abroad has been especially critical.
Known as the "giant panda of the sea," the Chinese white dolphin has unique pink skin that is believed by some people to bring good fortune, making it a unique sight emerging from the sea. Among all the sea areas where it appears, Sanniang Bay in South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region is the most "fortunate" as this is where the rare species appears most frequently in the country. Meanwhile, this dolphin population, in turn, brings great fortune to local tourism.
Over the past decade, a quiet shift has taken place across China. What was once a niche endurance sport has evolved into a widespread urban habit, practiced by millions as part of daily life. Running is no longer defined by competition alone; it has become a practical, accessible way to maintain health, manage stress and engage with the rhythm of the city.
The General Office of the State Council, China's cabinet, has issued new guidelines to strengthen basic-level firefighting work, mandating improved investigation mechanisms and promoting a shift in fire safety governance toward prevention, China Central Television (CCTV) reported on Wednesday.
China's railway authorities officially launched on Wednesday an upgraded high-speed rail "Pet Travel" service, which offers two options: "traveling with pets" and "pets traveling alone," according to a release on China Railway's official WeChat account.
China's push to open up its service sector is unlocking new growth avenues for foreign investors, as the country pivots toward more innovation-driven and consumption-led growth, said market watchers and business executives.
