Stories from Wuxi · China

An ancient Chinese lamp has been hailed as the 'First Lamp of China'. The broadcast suggested the lamp's significance may be comparable to the 'first lamp' in historical records.

China Construction Bank was fined 43.5 million yuan. The fine was issued by regulators in Wuxi. Authorities in Wuxi have cancelled 26 illegal activities. The bank's operations in Wuxi were subject to the penalty.

The Liangxi District Disabled Persons' Federation in Wuxi has partnered with the brand founder of Scientist Coffee to launch the 'Chenxi Plan.' The program provides employment training for people with disabilities. The initiative aims to facilitate the integration of disabled individuals into the workforce through specialized training and subsequent placement in coffee shops. The program includes barista training courses, where participants like Xiao Ye have shown progress. Yu Menglin, chairperson of the Wuxi Liangxi District Disabled Persons' Federation, noted the program supports employment in new business formats like barista roles. One participant, Xiao Ye, successfully completed the training and was subsequently hired at the Scientist Coffee Chenxi location. The training includes practical instruction on equipment placement and operational procedures.

Numerous schools have undergone renovations in recent years to improve cooling, not by installing air conditioning, but by planting grass and gardens. A local non-profit organization has launched the 'Green Campus Action' to install grass and gardens on school grounds in Wuxi.

A new employment initiative is training visually impaired individuals to work in coffee shops by utilizing their sense of hearing and touch. Training includes mastering coffee machine operation through auditory cues, such as the sound of water pouring.

A new local coffee brand has opened a shop near the Grand Canal in Wuxi. One employee noted they rely on the sound of water pouring to operate the machine. A new coffee shop opened near the ancient canal in Wuxi, China, employing visually impaired individuals.

A cinema in Wuxi is offering a 30% discount on the listed price for Super League fans, along with special barbecue meal deals. The market department representative mentioned that customers can receive up to a 50% discount on snacks with their movie tickets.

Tens of thousands of participants joined the 2026 Wuxi Marathon, including a group of visually impaired runners and their sighted guides. The role of a 'guide runner' involves sacrificing personal best times to focus on the success of the visually impaired runner, a commitment described as deeply meaningful. The purpose of marathon running extends beyond personal physical training to leading and supporting others. Thousands of runners, including a group with visual impairments, participated in the 2026 Wuxi Marathon. During the 2026 Wuxi Marathon, visually impaired participants ran alongside guides who sacrificed their personal best times to ensure the runners completed the race. Approximately 58-year-old Peng Meijing is a founder of the Wuxi station for the 'Dark Running Group,' established in 2023.

Chinese companies are increasing overseas investment to meet customer demand and expand market share, with one exhibitor reporting a 60% investment increase in North Macedonia.

A cinema in Wuxi is offering discounts to fans of the Super League football team, including a 70% discount on the original ticket price and up to 50% off snack combos. Marketing lead Lu Zhenzhen stated the initiative aims to link film audiences with sports fans to drive growth. A cinema in Wuxi is offering a 70% discount on the original price for Super League fans, along with a 'Super League Fan Package' with a 50% discount on snacks for ticket holders. The cinema is also promoting a 'starry sky cinema' experience. Nighttime purchases are highlighted as a growth area for the holiday economy. A representative from Wuxi's cinema marketing department stated that customers can enjoy a 70% discount on the original price with a 'city ID card.' Additionally, special 'Super League' packages are available, offering up to a 50% discount on snacks for fans purchasing tickets at the cinema.