Stories from Beijing · China

Aerospace engineers successfully reduced the dimensions of a critical spacecraft part, a rotating shaft for a solar wing mechanism, by 0.05 millimeters. This adjustment was made after three days of analysis, research, and experimentation by a team led by Li Xiaobao.

Experienced hydrology personnel utilize detailed observations for waterway management and flood prediction. Understanding which river sections are prone to issues and how to assess upstream dam conditions through flow velocity are details for flood preparedness.

A court ruled that both the driver and the passenger share fault in an accident where a passenger opened a car door, causing injury. The court's interpretation of Article 1217 of the Civil Code allows for judgment on whether the driver acted with intent or gross negligence, considering factors like police reports and the driver's specific actions. This ruling aims to support the 'good Samaritan' principle. Their combined actions led to the accident, constituting shared negligence. A judge from the Supreme People's Court explained that the driver, Dong Maomao, had control over the vehicle's movement and parking location and failed to warn the passenger before the door was opened. A critical task at the accident site today involves transferring the explosives magazine. Sensitive or high-risk explosives are being moved to nearby locations suitable for handling or back to the facility.

Zhao Mingliang, head of the Neihu Station at the Miyun Reservoir Administration Bureau in Beijing, has been safeguarding the bird population on Bird Island for nine years. This surge in visitors has spurred new and diverse cultural and tourism consumption trends.

New safety officers are integrating advanced tools and adopting meticulous work practices to enhance safety protocols. During a 2024 factory renovation, a 60-year-old drill wall was uncovered.

China aims to reduce emissions by approximately 130 million tons by 2025 through energy-saving and emission-reduction upgrades in key sectors. The interpretations clarify responsibility for vehicle leasing and borrowing situations, aligning with Civil Code Article 1209. It specifies that the vehicle user bears compensation responsibility, while the owner or manager is liable if they were at fault. The CNR Voice of China reported these clarifications. It also suggests that individuals might resist orders if they believe following them would lead to collapse, using Yue Le's stance as an example of defiance. New judicial interpretations in China clarify rules regarding liability in motor vehicle leasing and borrowing situations. Six Chinese government departments have issued new rules clarifying liability for vehicle leasing and borrowing.

Historical accounts describe officials manipulating the civil service examination results to alter the rankings of candidates. The manipulation was intended to influence the selection of Hanlin scholars.

Iran is reportedly managing external challenges effectively.

Foreign tourists are increasingly utilizing tax refund services in Beijing, with many visitors to the Wangfujing shopping mall opting for immediate tax refunds at on-site service points. The report mentions traditional flying wing paper art creation, which involves coloring and selecting Xuan paper. Mirror decorations use screws for stability, attaching them to the mirror's back and lens feet. These events aim to promote traditional flying wing art and cultural heritage through events and festivals. Foreign tourist numbers have risen in Chinese cities, with specific promotions for Spring Festival tourism contributing to this growth. This growth is a trend in the country's tourism sector. The evolution of the Hang Seng Index has seen shifts in industry representation, including finance, information technology, and consumer sectors.

The HH-200 aviation commercial unmanned transport system, composed of a drone and ground systems, has met all expected data and proven the correctness and effectiveness of its design, calculation, and analysis.