Stories from China

The Guangzhou Tower tourist area has upgraded its cultural and tourism services to attract international visitors and facilitate economic exchange. Guangzhou Tower's tourism area has upgraded services for international visitors, aligning with themes of opening up and economic exchange. China has launched an intelligent service for offshore tax refunds, allowing for quick processing within two to three minutes via ID scanning. This initiative aims to make the refund process more efficient and convenient for international visitors. A Venezuelan buyer expressed satisfaction with the services and the friendliness of the people. China has fully promoted the tax-free shopping service, 'buy and refund immediately,' nationwide since April 2025.

Professor Zhang Xiuqin, a renowned expert in Gua Sha, and Professor Han Tianlu from the School of Humanities at Hebei University will discuss Gua Sha from a cultural and etymological perspective, moving beyond purely medical viewpoints. They described Gua Sha as a 'people-friendly' method that is easy to master, unlike precise acupuncture. Wenge is described as bitter, salty, and cold, and it enters the kidney, liver, and stomach meridians. They said that traditional Chinese medicine said following natural seasonal changes for health. The professors also detailed how to use Gua Sha on the abdomen, specifically around the Qihai and Guanyuan acupoints, to improve energy flow. They explained that Gua Sha can promote circulation and reduce fever, and is for conditions like coughs and sore throats.

Hundreds of thousands of overseas buyers attended the Canton Fair, with many exploring Guangzhou's attractions in the evenings. The Guangzhou Tower saw a 21% increase in overseas visitors during the 139th Canton Fair compared to the previous year.

Hebei Province's Department of Transportation Deputy Director, Dang Yongqiang, stated that during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, efforts will focus on connecting Hebei's green transport areas with Beijing.

To accommodate an anticipated increase in foreign tourists during the upcoming holiday, China is upgrading services. A hotel in Ganzhou, Jiangxi Province, has enabled international card payments and ensured staff can communicate in English. In Heihe City, Heilongjiang Province, a cross-border tourism trend featuring traditional Chinese medicine and wellness services is emerging, attracting Russian visitors seeking health treatments. The integration of visa-free policies is extending the stay of foreign tourists, boosting demand for customized and in-depth travel experiences. Several Chinese cities have reported substantial increases in foreign tourist numbers. These services can help slow muscle mass loss, enhance nerve excitability, and improve the central nervous system's control over muscles.

Chinese manufacturing capabilities are advanced and could lead to surprises in future conflicts. China prefers not to overtly display its military strength but is developing its war-making potential. Western arms restrictions are mentioned in the context of potential conflicts.

China's electric vehicle market continues to be dominated by affordable models, driving growth.

CNR Economic Voice discussed workplace skills and emotional intelligence, said the importance of scale for effective results without causing harm. China's Business Radio reported that the national cumulative inspection of foreigners reached 21.333 million person-times in the first quarter, a year-on-year increase of 22.3%. Foreigners are increasingly choosing immersive, in-depth travel experiences in smaller cities rather than just visiting major cities like Beijing and Shanghai. The broadcast also mentioned learning workplace etiquette and wisdom from historical contexts.

A large bird, identified as an Oriental White Stork, was found unable to fly on the roadside.

A trending topic on Zhihu explores the dual nature of randomness, examining why it can evoke feelings of excitement in some contexts and frustration in others.