Some of the artifacts discovered during various archaeological projects carried out in China last year on display. The top 10 new archaeological discoveries in China in 2023 were announced in Beijing on Friday. The projects are prominent representatives of field archaeological work in the past year.Xinhua
Archaeologists shed more light on China's past
Incredible efforts made by Chinese archaeologists last year have filled many gaps in knowledge about the origin of human beings and the formation of the Chinese civilization. This was evident from the list of China's top 10 archaeological discoveries in 2023, which was announced by the National Cultural Heritage Administration in Beijing on Friday.
Hong Kong defends new security law
The Commissioner's Office of the Chinese Foreign Ministry in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region published a strongly-worded letter on Thursday criticizing the US newspaper Wall Street Journal for claiming in an editorial that the new national security ordinance is "a giant leap backward" and will "lock Hong Kong people up", as the new ordinance comes into effect.
Better support for housing emphasized
China will optimize its policies pertaining to the property sector and scale up the supply of high-quality housing projects so as to ensure the stable and healthy development of the real estate market, the State Council, the country's Cabinet, said on Friday.
Climate actions vital for a better future
March 23 marks the 64th World Meteorological Day, whose theme this year, "at the frontline of climate action", calls for urgent action across societies to strengthen cooperation in mitigating and adapting to climate change and addressing the severe challenges posed by the Earth's warming.
Officials: China set to pull in more FDI
China's vast market size and complete supply chain, combined with a series of policies focused on stabilizing the economy and enhancing openness, will further brighten conditions for attracting foreign investment, said government officials and heads of multinational corporations on Friday.
US resolution on Gaza vetoed
UNITED NATIONS/GAZA — Russia and China on Friday vetoed a United States-sponsored UN resolution calling for "an immediate and sustained cease-fire" in the Gaza conflict, while Russia said it was exceedingly politicized and contained an effective green light for Israel to mount a military operation in Rafah.
REALITY BITES AS TV SHOW'S APPEAL BECOMES CLEAR
In the back of my mind, I have long considered myself past the point of keeping track of entertainment industry trends. I might pay attention to a new singer's name if the music strikes a chord with me, or an actor when the performance tugs at my heartstrings.
Artist brushes up on his character
More than 50 important works — woodcut prints, videos, drawings, installations — that represent renowned Chinese artist Xu Bing's incredible achievements over more than 40 years — are on display at the Asia Society Texas Center.
