Stories from Beijing · China

Pan Fenglin has continued to make breakthroughs in tree theory despite facing difficulties and working long hours. The country's bio-manufacturing industry is experiencing a dual dividend from green transformation goals and optimization of its energy structure. This bio-pesticide is used for tea crops, with the farmer Chen Chenhui performing spraying operations after mechanized harvesting. Tan Tianwei, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering and president of Beijing University of Chemical Technology, stated that breakthroughs in synthetic biology and bio-protein design have been recognized with Nobel Prizes, signifying fundamental advancements in bio-manufacturing. The green transformation of industries and the dual carbon goals are driving demand for green alternatives, creating a dual dividend for the industry.

New policies effective from May 1st to December 31st allow families purchasing new commercial housing in a district where they do not own property to be recognized as first-time homebuyers. It also mentions a land issue in Xiaoliuqiu related to a candidate's family.

Wang Xuzong was forcibly dragged out and bound by guards after questioning by Lai Junchen. Lai Junchen has ordered the arrest of Wei Xuzong, a move that has created a tense atmosphere. Wu Zetian ordered the construction of the Grand Mingtang.

Empress Taiping inquired about Wang Han, a noble from Jinyang, noting his reputation for handsomeness and talent. She asks Xie Yaohuan if Wang Han is more attractive than the 'fifth and sixth brothers' of Zhen.

China has taken the initiative to use its first comprehensive ban, responding strongly and drawing red lines on the Taiwan issue, thereby taking the lead in the rhythm of talks and rewriting the rules of US-China competition. The US warned that attacking military forces engaged in removing vessels from the strait will result in retaliation. The United States and China will hold face-to-face meetings during the upcoming summit in Beijing from May 14th to 15th to discuss the conflict in Iran. The US government submitted documents to the legislature suggesting that activities like flying drones or other prize games might involve elements of probability and prizes. The US is also said the importance of maintaining stable relations with China following the trade war initiated in October last year.

The report suggests the key to success lies in the number of chess pieces available, implying the US has fewer. China has initiated the use of a 'first-strike ban' to strongly respond to the United States regarding Taiwan, establishing control over the negotiation pace and reshaping the dynamics of US-China competition. This strategy aims to control the negotiation pace and rewrite the rules of US-China competition, with China's leverage appearing to increase while the US's diminishes. The report suggests the effectiveness of these tools will be, with the US appearing to have fewer options. The United States is working to maintain stable relations with China following last October's trade war, with a face-to-face meeting planned during the upcoming summit in Beijing on the 14th and 15th of this month.

The economic outlook for 2026-27 remains consistent with the February fiscal budget estimates, despite a projected 3.2 billion decrease in tax revenue compared to 2025-26. The report mentions ongoing trade concerns and a summit held in Beijing. Renewed conflict in the Middle East has caused all four major stock indices to close lower on Monday. Taiwan's stock market declined, falling 146 points to 40,558, a drop of 0.36%. Tianqi Lithium and Kweichow Moutai also experienced drops. Ningde Times, however, recorded a substantial increase. Several major Chinese stocks experienced declines, including China Telecom Holdings down 4.2% at 468.8, China Unicom down 3.2% at 25.92, Xiaomi Group down 7.6% at 30.22, BYD Company down 3.2% at 99.8, Alibaba down 7.0% at 131.00, and Kuaishou down 9.4% at 407.6. China's stock market experienced a decline due to ongoing trade concerns.

Wu Zetian ordered the destruction of the original palace hall and the construction of the Mingtang on its site, a grand building intended to showcase her enlightenment. The construction of the Grand Mingtang was overseen by Xu Huiyi.

Psychologist Zeng Richang, who studied psychology at Beijing Normal University in 1962, has developed the 'Yin-Yang Dialectical Therapy'. Inspired by the Taijitu symbol, his therapy said balance and duality. Psychologist Zeng Richang believes it is possible to detect the upper limit of prize values and player income in gambling to reduce potential harm to adults. Psychologist Zheng Richang developed the 'Yin Yang Bian Zheng Therapy,' which deviates from Western psychological models to better suit Chinese culture. He believes people live on hope and that he will not struggle forever. Zeng Richang reportedly faced personal challenges in his own educational journey. Coughing can be caused by external factors like wind affecting the spleen and stomach, or internal factors such as disharmony of the seven emotions. Improper diet is also a contributing factor.

An investigation into national exams in China revealed that subjective grading significantly impacts test scores. Traffic disruptions on Lung Cheung Road towards Chun Wan and near Choi Hung Village have been cleared.