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A trending discussion on Zhihu seeks to clarify the meaning of the Sichuanese dialect term 'mang mang'. The term is commonly used by adults when referring to children eating or having eaten.

A trending discussion on Zhihu debates the naming of the Hantavirus, with some users criticizing the method and others defending it. A discussion on the Chinese platform Zhihu is trending regarding the naming convention of the Hantavirus.

Production of the 820RR motorcycle has been halted due to an issue where the oil pump may not provide sufficient lubrication when the engine is idling. Zhang Xueji Che, a motorcycle manufacturer, has halted production and delivery of its 820RR model due to an intermittent oil supply issue with the oil pump. Zhang Xue Jiche has announced that some 820RR motorcycles may experience insufficient oil pump supply when in idle state.

A trending interior design approach in China replaces traditional living room furniture like sofas and coffee tables with long tables and bookshelves. This style is described as feeling more like a conference room than a relaxed space. The trend involves replacing conventional furniture sets with long tables and bookshelves, which some find creates a more formal, conference room-like atmosphere. A trending topic on Zhihu discusses replacing traditional living room furniture with long tables and bookshelves, noting that this design can make a space feel more like a conference room and less relaxing. Instead, long tables and bookshelves are being used, creating a style that some find resembles a conference room. This trend is noted for its departure from conventional comfort-focused designs.

A trending question on Zhihu asks about the long-term survival prospects of a hypothetical organism that is inherently toxic, making it unpalatable and avoided by others. The question specifies the organism's toxicity is intrinsic, not secreted.

The American television series 'The Man in the High Castle' is trending on the Chinese social platform Zhihu, generating discussion. The topic has garnered 1.47 million heat points and is ranked #18 among trending topics.

A lawsuit has been filed against ByteDance after a user found discrepancies between a 5% fee and the actual refund amount. The question explores whether an organism that is inherently poisonous, making it dangerous to consume, could survive long-term.

The Zhuque-2E rocket, carrying a mass simulator, has successfully launched. The launch was scheduled for May 20, 2026, at 11:54 UTC, but the successful liftoff occurred earlier on May 14. Further details regarding the provider or specific launch pad were not immediately available. A subsequent launch, also for Kinetica 1 with an unknown payload, is scheduled for May 15, 2026, at 04:30 UTC and is currently 'Go for Launch'. The launch was posted on Hacker News with a score of 1 and 0 comments.

The U17 men's football team is preparing for a match in the U17 World Cup. This event is trending on Zhihu.

Xi Jinping is reportedly cracking down on the military, with theories suggesting it could be related to a leadership transfer or missile issues. President Xi Jinping has initiated a crackdown within the military.