Police make arrests on Monday as protesters block the Brooklyn Bridge in New York, the United States, during a pro-Palestinian demonstration demanding a cease-fire in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Dozens of protesters were detained. ANDRES KUDACKI/AP
China's agenda for diplomacy set for 2024
When previewing China's diplomacy for the new year, many officials and scholars have voiced hopes that Beijing will play a greater part in fulfilling its due role by expanding its global partnership network, advancing the world's multipolarity and facilitating economic globalization.
Parcel delivery sector sees huge growth
China's parcel delivery sector aims to handle a record 14.25 billion consignments this year, said a senior official with the national agency governing the industry.
Scientists eye space potatoes' growing potential in the field
Scientists have begun the selection and cultivation process of over 60,000 potato seeds that spent five months in space, in the hope of discovering unique qualities that may improve efficiency and yield.
EU presidency puts hurdles for Belgium
Belgium, which has assumed presidency of the Council of the European Union, faces an uphill task of clearing more than 150 legislative files as well as European elections and the Belgian national elections, both in early June.
Big Chinese companies brighten 2024 CES
Chinese technology companies have made a prominent comeback at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES).
'Cat'ering to felines, canines no mere pet project
Zhao Shan had always felt a pang of guilt every time she dropped off her beloved dog, Max, at a pet care center before embarking on her holiday travels. Max's sad eyes and whimpering goodbye always tugged at her heartstrings, but she had no better option.
Japan and ROK should not be party to the lunatics taking over the asylum
In the joint statement they released on Saturday after their Trilateral "Indo-Pacific" Dialogue, the United States, Japan and the Republic of Korea expressed concerns over what they alleged was China's "dangerous and escalatory behavior" supporting its "unlawful maritime claims in the South China Sea".
Model worker
The Global South is becoming a leading force in promoting the reform of the global governance system in a more just and equitable direction. But it is important to recognize the range of development issues that countries in the Global South are currently facing.
Theater takes center stage
The Huichang Theater Season, a 10-day-long event, commenced on Jan 5, marking the official opening of the Huichang Theater Village in East China's Jiangxi province.
