Stories from China

Researchers at Shenzhen Third People's Hospital found that SARS-CoV-2 ORF3a protein helps tag PTEN for destruction, which weakens interferon defenses. In mice, Oroxin B boosted PTEN and reduced lung virus levels.

China now controls approximately 90% of the world's rare earth metals needed for missiles and military hardware. The country has banned exports to any company that may use these metals for military purposes. This strategic control impacts global supply chains.

China has prohibited foreign companies from acquiring Manus, citing non-compliant "wash-out-to-sea" strategies. China Unicom is facing challenges related to insufficient environmental investment, shareholder reductions, and weak performance growth.

China is preparing for the launch of a Long March 8 rocket, with a target net launch date of June 5, 2026. The next launch of the Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket, carrying Starlink Group 10-35, is scheduled for June 7.

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and other departments have jointly issued a document to establish special testing zones for artificial intelligence technology.

The Chinese central government has allocated 99.9 billion yuan for childcare subsidies, a 10.6% increase from the previous year.

He also appeared in films like 'A Man and Eight' and 'San Mao Joins the Army.' Jonathan Bailey spoke about the invisible barrier separating LGBTQ+ actors, stating he would not let it stop him.

Several Chinese electric vehicle brands announced strong sales figures for May. NIO delivered 37,705 new vehicles, up 62.3% year-over-year and 28.4% month-over-month.

A recent news report indicates that bacterial counts in milk tea significantly increase within two hours of opening, with some samples testing positive for E.

Four tourists in Shantou, Guangdong province, complained that their hot pot tasted too bland and the beef was fishy.