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Illegal Artificial Lakes, Dams Revealed in Gansu Amid Water Shortage

Water irrigation is essential for sustaining economic activities in the Heihe River Basin, including for corn production. But dwindling water supplies have led some to resort to illegal means to divert water.

He Qitong

Experts Warn Against New Fad in Chinese Schools — Nasal Sticks

The China Consumers Association warned against the surge in students using nasal energy sticks at school, noting they may cause side effects or even spread bacteria.

Ding Rui

Male Mosquitoes Sucked Blood Too — Then Went Plant-Based to Survive: Researcher 

Turns out male mosquitoes were just as blood-thirsty as female ones.

Zhu Junxi

In China’s Latest Hit Film, Family Downfall Meets Bloody Revenge 

Adapted from a 2015 novel, “Across the Furious Sea” joins a wave of successful suspense and crime films in China this year.

Ye Zhanhang

China Sees Slight Dip in Growth of CO2, Experts Urge Caution

Experts believe recent La Niña events have increased oceans’ ability to absorb carbon dioxide, indicating that natural factors may have contributed to the recent slowdown in the rise of carbon dioxide concentrations.

Chinese Cities Set Minimum Times for Physical Activity in Schools  

The longstanding battle over physical education in Chinese schools continues as local education bureaus try to establish minimum levels of physical activity for students.

In Hebei, AI Tech Reunites Abducted Son With Family After 25 Years

Xie Qingshuai was abducted when he was still an infant from his home in 1999. His devastated family spent the next two decades searching for him.

Rock Band Mayday Faces Music Over Lip-Sync Claims at Shanghai Gig 

While the popular Taiwanese band’s management company denied any allegations of lip-syncing, authorities in Shanghai have launched a probe.

One Year After Exit, Blizzard Games Eyes Return to China: Reports

Reports on Blizzard Entertainment’s negotiations with prospective Chinese partners surfaced after a domestic company appeared to be streaming World of Warcraft content.

Yang Caini

In a First, Beijing Court Grants Copyright to AI-Assisted Artwork

The court ruled that AI-generated images demonstrating human originality and intellectual input should be protected by copyright law.