Stories from China

A professional identified as Mr. A specific case involves a worker named Mr. Worker salaries are being cut, with the use of AI cited as the reason. The broadcast linked worker salary cuts to the use of AI, suggesting this is a current trend or development.

A technical worker in Guangzhou reported that new automated equipment, including A-GV small vehicles and mechanical arms, has reduced heavy physical labor.

A traditional Dalian dish featuring sweet and sour pork, made with pork belly and a special sauce incorporating almond juice and almonds, was prepared by a chef.

Late-ripening apricot varieties are entering the market with prices reaching 1,399 yuan per kilogram for premium grades.

A traditional Dalian dish featuring chicken breast and pork belly is a well-known local specialty. A renowned cultural craft, Xuanzhi, known for its beautiful designs and intricate fabrics, is being revived.

China's Ministry of Transport predicted a record 1.52 billion cross-regional trips during the May Day holiday, averaging 304 million trips per day. Over 604,000 people visited police stations during the May Day holiday, according to a report. Train travel saw over 19 million daily passengers from April 30th to May 2nd. The film industry has distributed over 350 million yuan in discounts since the start of the China Film Consumption Promotion Year. Many tourist destinations reported high occupancy rates, with some reaching 90-95%. In Hồ Chí Minh City, average hotel occupancy was around 70%, with specific tourist spots reaching 99%. New attractions like 'Palace Illusions' drew crowds. Hotels experienced near 100% room utilization, with dining and experience services busy from morning. The May Day holiday travel period saw a increase in passenger volume, with 270 million trips recorded.

A new variety of lotus, 'Mei Zao Lian Hua', is being cultivated to extend the harvest season. This variety ripens about a month after the 'Wen Pen' lotus, filling the supply gap until late July.

Shandong province, a major producer of Chinese onions, is experiencing higher prices this year compared to previous seasons. Improved cultivation and digital orchard management have increased the quality and sugar content of these apricots.

Golden apples are being selected for market, with a temperature control of 20 degrees Celsius during sorting to ensure quality. The broadcast also highlighted a traditional Dalian dish featuring chicken breast and pork belly with apricot kernel sauce.

The National People's Congress is scheduled to convene a plenary session on May 5. The session is expected to begin at 5:00. The meeting will take place on the fifth floor.