Iranians march with flags and signs in Teheran on Sunday during a rally against the United States' attack on Iran's nuclear sites.Atta Kenare/Afp
5 cities rise as intl centers for consumption
China is accelerating the building of five major cities — Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou in Guangdong province, Tianjin and Chongqing — into international consumption centers on a par with global metropolises such as New York, Paris and Tokyo, as part of the country's broader efforts to boost domestic spending.
Body's pain is not an alarm, but a distress signal
An eating disorder is not a weakness, but a battle between the left hand and the right hand.
Heavy rainfall affects over 400,000 in Hunan province
The torrential rains that have pounded northern and northwestern Hunan province since Wednesday have affected more than 400,000 people in seven cities and prefecture-level areas of the province, with more downpours forecast through Tuesday.
Balancing farmland protection, development
The Ministry of Natural Resources has called for strict protection of arable land while balancing the interests of farmers and rural industry development, ahead of the country's annual National Land Day, which falls on Wednesday this year.
CHINA STUDY TOUR IMPRESSES VIETNAMESE YOUTHS
It was a tearful farewell at Friendship Gate in Pingxiang, southern China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, as 75 Vietnamese youth representatives hugged their Chinese counterparts and staff members of the receiving party. The visitors were set to return home after finishing a weeklong educational study tour of the region and the neighboring Guangdong province.
River cleaners keep Yangtze waters clear
Editor's note: As protection of the planet's flora, fauna and resources becomes increasingly important, China Daily is publishing a series of stories to illustrate the country's commitment to safeguarding the natural world.
Outlawed strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities have made very bad situation even worse
The United States' unilateral strikes targeting Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan constitute a reckless escalation and a flagrant violation of international law. This direct intervention in the volatile Israel-Iran conflict violates the sovereignty of Iran and the fundamental principles of the UN Charter. Such outlawed unilateralism sets a dangerous "might-makes-right" precedent.
Entrepreneurship can build better tomorrow
Editor's note: The 2025 Summer Davos forum offers a platform to show China's commitment to pursue high-level opening-up and create opportunities through its development for the rest of the world. Four experts share their views on the issue with China Daily.
Ancient echoes, new voices
For young people from the US state of Idaho, Shanxi was once an unfamiliar name, known only as a "sister province" on the other side of the world in official documents. This summer, that distant name became a vivid reality as they set foot on this ancient land in North China.
Tariff worries weigh on US retail sector
The United States' retail sales fell more than expected in May for the second month in a row, as consumers showcased their anxiety over spending — particularly on cars — amid a period of uncertainty over tariffs, economists say.
Tech firms ramp up AI talent recruitment
Shen Wenhan, a 30-year-old who has obtained a doctoral degree in wireless communication from Queen Mary University of London, will be formally employed with Chinese technology heavyweight Baidu Inc in July after finishing his internship as an algorithm engineer there.
Bullish stock mkt can ignite nation's consumption
A series of major policies have been introduced since the end of the third quarter last year to boost consumption and stabilize economic growth. Amid rising external instability and uncertainty, one key task for China this year is to effectively expand domestic demand, among which invigorating consumption should be prioritized.
Rural market in spotlight to tap growth
The campaign to promote new energy vehicles in China's rural areas features a larger and more diversified portfolio this year, catered to evolving consumer demands to unlock consumption potential in the extensive market.
Brushstrokes celebrate nature's vigor
A blooming, lively garden at his villa in Giverny, France, inspired Claude Monet to create his iconic Water Lilies series. So it was with Chinese modern ink artist Qi Baishi (1864-1957) who cultivated plants and raised small animals in his hutong, or alleyway, courtyard in Beijing.
Bringing young players to the fore
With an exciting format designed to test their mental mettle and golfing craft, the Beijing leg of the HSBC National Junior Golf Championship has teed up young golfers for their progression to the pro circuit.
