Stories from Beijing · China

The Central Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow wind warning for several regions in China. Draft amendments to the Agriculture Law, Defense Mobilization Law, and Water Law will be submitted for deliberation. Chinese authorities are proposing amendments to change the terminology for certain individuals from 'aid recipients' to 'displaced persons.' The modification does not change the content of the existing relief system or the normal operation of aid work. New policy discussions in China are addressing the need for reasonable compensation for workers in the new economy. China's cumulative installed capacity for wind and solar power reached 1.898 billion kilowatts by the end of the first quarter. This represents a 28.1% increase compared to the same period last year. The country's energy supply remained stable during the first quarter with growth in oil and gas production.

A monitor for the Beijing Wildlife Registry, Sha Fei, reported discovering a bearded vulture at the Heishantou monitoring point in Baiwangshan. A juvenile bearded vulture has been identified in Beijing, marking a rare sighting for the species in China.

Australian buyer Ronak Panchal met with 15 suppliers during a trade matchmaking event to discuss cooperation details. The event is part of a series of 28 matchmaking activities designed to connect international buyers directly with Chinese factories. These activities aim to establish efficient bilateral trade channels.

A journalistic investigation in China has revealed risks associated with 'elf ear' cosmetic procedures. The patient missed the optimal window for emergency rescue, leaving the damage likely irreversible. Complications include risks of blindness, severe infection, and potential liquefaction of ear cartilage. New reports indicate severe infection from fillers can cause ear cartilage liquefaction and require surgery down to the bone to clear facial nerve compression. Severe infections from hyaluronic acid fillers can cause ear cartilage to liquefy and lose structural support. Medical professionals are calling for regulatory oversight as the concept of certain aesthetic treatments is described as a medical myth. Experts note that current medical methods struggle to fully correct these deformities once they occur.

Ethan Robertson, co-founder of a YouTube channel for English-speaking audiences, led a group from Australia, New Zealand, and the UAE at the Beijing Auto Show. Researchers confirmed the discovery of a monazite variant alongside Chang'eite, indicating past oxidation processes on the Moon. This discovery provides critical data for understanding lunar geological history. The findings suggest the Moon underwent complex chemical changes during its early stages. These minerals are considered essential life elements that provide insight into planetary layers and elemental migration. The discovery aids in understanding planetary evolution and the potential for life on other planets. The research team expects to maintain high production and growth rates through 2025. The discovery includes 8 minerals from lunar samples and 3 from lunar meteorites, totaling 11 new minerals.

Two Kenyan athletes, Obiri and Jepkor Moe Kaplet, participated in an event in China. Great distance runners from Kenya and other parts of Africa have been a inspiration. Many children are running, and there is hope for more to participate after watching athletes like Sebastian Coe break records. A Kenyan athlete has reportedly achieved a accomplishment in China.

The 22nd meeting of the 14th National People's Congress Standing Committee is convening in Beijing. The Agriculture Law revision aims to improve the agricultural support and protection system and increase farmers' income. Additionally, the committee will conduct its first review of an amended Agricultural Law aimed at improving the agricultural support and protection system and increasing farmer income. The National Bureau of Statistics is also expected to release industrial enterprise profit data for the first quarter of the year. The 139th Canton Fair's second phase, themed around quality home goods, concludes today with 515,000 square meters of exhibition area and 25,000 booths. Chairman Zhao Leji presided over the session. Additionally, Central Political Bureau Standing Committee member and Central Commission for Discipline Inspection Secretary Li Xi met in Beijing on April 27.

China will operate 179 specialized tourist trains starting in late April to accommodate May Day holiday travel. Some routes and time slots still have available tickets according to the 12306 platform. As of 8:00 AM on April 29, the 12306 railway service has sold 83.02 million tickets. The Ministry of Transport expects daily highway traffic to reach approximately 64 million vehicles during the holiday. Congestion is anticipated in Jiangsu, Hubei, Hunan, and Anhui provinces, as well as on major expressways like the Shenhai and Hu Yu highways. China State Railway Group Limited announced that railway transportation for the May Day holiday will run from April 29 to May 6. Approximately 12,000 passenger trains are planned for the duration, with May 1 identified as the peak travel day. A video dispatch meeting said safety prevention and risk mitigation to maintain social stability.

China has implemented stricter regulations targeting government officials whose family members reside abroad.

Parents in China are reporting skin redness, swelling, eczema, and allergic reactions in children following the use of certain cosmetics. Journalists investigated products marketed for children that lack the required 'Xiao Jianduan' safety logo. Some merchants are selling children's cosmetics that lack the required mandatory safety certification marks. Reports indicate that certain vendors have attempted to obstruct journalists by seizing products and driving them away from stores to prevent photography. These merchants are allegedly aware of the products' true attributes but continue to sell them. The investigation highlights a lack of compliance with strict regulatory processes for children's goods. Merchants in Beijing are reportedly evading inspections by obstructing journalists and preventing photography of non-compliant products.