Protesters in Times Square in New York City hold signs during a rally on Saturday opposing United States-Israeli military action in Iran. The US and Israel launched a major attack on Iran earlier on Saturday.Leonardo Munoz/Afp
Well-being of people high on China's agenda
When Li Xiaona, a grassroots official from Jiangsu province, engaged in conversation with President Xi Jinping during last year's two sessions — the annual gatherings of China's top legislative and political advisory bodies — she chose not to present intricate policy proposals.
Wider conflict in Middle East feared
Countries around the world voiced fears of a Middle East conflagration as top Iranian officials vowed on Sunday to avenge their slain supreme leader.
China seen as ideal partner for Germany
As German Chancellor Friedrich Merz concluded his visit to China — his first since taking office in May — and headed home with a delegation of about 30 leading entrepreneurs, the visit as well as the agreements reached between Beijing and Berlin have aroused lively discussions among scholars, entrepreneurs and other observers in Germany.
High-tech disputes test courts' judicial expertise
China has experienced a significant surge in intellectual property cases over the past five years, prompting judges to adopt a range of measures to strengthen protections for innovators and support high-quality development, officials from the Supreme People's Court said.
Distance and duty small obstacles on road to true love
On the eve of Spring Festival, Huang Xin embarked on an extraordinary journey, traveling nearly 5,000 kilometers from Bama in the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region to a remote radar station high in the Karakoram Mountains in the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region to reunite with her husband, Meng Mingtao, a sergeant in the air force of the People's Liberation Army's Western Theater Command.
Military adventurism in the Middle East foolhardy gambling that escalates tensions
Iran confirmed early Sunday that its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israeli air strikes the previous day. A perilous new escalation of tensions in the already volatile Middle East is inevitable.
Rethinking education reform in AI era
Generative AI is transforming how we work, learn and live, posing fundamental challenges to traditional education. Debates over whether AI will "replace education" reflect deeper questions: how humans and machines should interact, and what the core purpose of education really is. As technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, reform is no longer optional but imperative. By understanding the logic of human-AI collaboration, identifying clear transformation priorities, and building a new talent development system, we can chart a feasible path for modern education and cultivate the skills needed for a tech-driven world.
Tariff pain to stay despite court ruling
The US Supreme Court's Feb 20 ruling striking down President Donald Trump's use of emergency powers to impose sweeping tariffs has restricted one avenue for broad duties, yet experts say the administration's switch to other legal tools means high tariffs and their economic costs are likely to continue.
Growth push anchors strong start of 2026
China is expected to unveil its annual economic growth target at the upcoming two sessions, the yearly meetings of the country's top legislature and political advisory body, signaling a growth-oriented stance that will require more proactive fiscal support and renewed efforts to boost domestic demand, economists said.
Foster new growth drivers in services spending
At present, China's economic development is at a critical stage of transitioning from high-speed growth to high-quality development.
Better range and safety within reach
Solid-state batteries are moving from the lab to real-world applications, with automakers and battery makers revealing pilot production lines and technical breakthroughs.
Guardians of woodblock art carry it forward
The air in the west wing gallery of Beijing's Prince Kung's Palace Museum carries a scent mixed with aged pear wood, nutty vegetable oil and earthy ink.
Having a ball with viral trend
LaMelo Ball has never been more popular, and it's not because Charlotte's 6-foot-7 star has the Hornets fighting for a playoff spot.
