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China issues flash flood alert as Typhoon Lekima makes second landing
Chinese authorities have warned officials in north China of possible flash floods triggered by rainstorms as the powerful typhoon Lekima is expected to make a second landing late Sunday.
China battles powerful Typhoon Lekima
Chinese authorities have mobilized dramatic rescue efforts after the powerful typhoon Lekima churned through the country's east coast starting from Saturday. 32 people died and 16 remain missing after Lekima landed in Zhejiang Province.
Versace apologizes for mislabeling HK, Macau as countries on T-shirt
Italian luxury brand Versace has apologized for mislabeling China's Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Macau Special Administrative Region as countries on its T-shirts.
New cashless payment option on trial in Beijing rail transit
A new cashless payment option has been introduced for purchasing tickets at some stations along Beijing's rail transport network, making it easier for passengers to use subway trains in the capital.
China's research ship departs for 10th Arctic expedition
Chinese scientists set off for the 10th arctic expedition on Saturday as the oceanographic research ship Xiangyanghong 01 departed from the coastal city of Qingdao in east China's Shandong Province.
Girl, 10, completes grueling cycling challenge along plateau road
A brave and adventurous 10-year-old Chinese girl has completed a grueling adventure of cycling to Tibet along one of the world's most dangerous roads.
PLA garrison in Hong Kong holds blood donation activity
The Chinese People's Liberation Army Garrison in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region on Friday held a voluntary blood donation activity, as part of its continuing efforts to contribute to Hong Kong society and residents.
Chinese researchers discover new species of snow lotus
Chinese researchers have discovered a new but highly endangered species of snow lotus in the Wolong National Nature Reserve in southwestern province of Sichuan.
30 dead after Typhoon Lekima sweeps through east China
A total of 30 people have died and 18 remain missing after super typhoon Lekima made landfall in eastern China's Zhejiang Province on Saturday, local authorities said on Sunday.
Chinese company completes third test of reusable rocket
The private Chinese rocket science company, Linkspace, has successfully conducted a third test of its reusable rocket, reports The Paper.
Death toll rises to 22 as Typhoon Lekima sweeps through east China
The death toll has risen to 22 due to a typhoon-triggered barrier lake burst in eastern China's Zhejiang Province, said local authorities.
List of happiest cities in China 2019 to be released in November
The Xinhua-run Oriental Outlook magazine and think tank Liaowang Institute have been jointly working to select the happiest cities in China of 2019 and will release the result in November.
Shanghai Disney resort closes as affected by Typhoon Lekima
The Shanghai Disney Resort, including Shanghai Disneyland, is closed on Saturday for safety reasons as Typhoon Lekima affects the city.
China issues orange alert as Typhoon Lekima lands
China's National Meteorological Center issued an orange alert for Typhoon Lekima on Saturday morning, as it landed in east China's Zhejiang Province.
Family of slain Chinese scholar holds memorial
A family clinging to fading hope that the remains of a Chinese scholar killed over two years ago may someday be found gathered Friday for a memorial service that included only her photograph and their own memories of her life.
China upgrades emergency response for Typhoon Lekima
China has upgraded the emergency response to the upcoming Typhoon Lekima due to its strong intensity and potential impact.
China's civil aviation authority issues security warning to Cathay Pacific
China's civil aviation regulator on Friday warned Hong Kong-based airline Cathay Pacific about major safety risks as recent incidents exposed latent flight dangers.
Shanghai Wild Animal Park starts receiving visitors at night
The Shanghai Wild Animal Park has become the first zoo in China to open at night, reports People's Daily.
China issues red alert for Typhoon Lekima
China's National Meteorological Center issued a top-level red alert for Typhoon Lekima on Friday morning, as it is expected to make landfall in the coastal areas of eastern Zhejiang Province Saturday.
Chinese scientists discover oldest fossil forest in Asia
Chinese scientists discovered the oldest fossil forest in Asia, lending more clues to how those ancient plants evolved to become coal finally.