Science & TechnologyEnergy
China's Minute-Long Catalyst Breakthrough for Green Hydrogen
Chinese scientists develop a transient assembly method to produce platinum catalysts in minutes, slashing energy use by 90%.
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Science & TechnologyTransportation
NASA's X-59 Supersonic Jet Aims to Transform Air Travel
NASA's X-59 supersonic jet achieves first supersonic flight as the FAA proposes overturning the 53-year ban on overland supersonic flight.
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Science & TechnologyChina
China Honors Top Scientists at National Science Awards
China awards top science prizes to lithium battery pioneer Chen Liquan and radar expert Ben De as Xi outlines S&T strategy for 15th Five-Year Plan.
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Science & TechnologyPolitics
Xi Presents Science Awards; China in Innovation Top 10
Xi Jinping presents 2025 National Science and Technology Awards to Chen Liquan and Ben De as China enters Global Innovation Index top 10.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China's AI Surge: Meituan Open-Sources 1.6T Model
China's AI sector accelerates: Meituan open-sources a 1.6T-parameter model on domestic chips, WAIC 2026 set for July 17, robot output to top 100K.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
Meituan Open-Sources 1.6T-Parameter AI on Chinese Chips
Meituan open-sources LongCat-2.0, a 1.6-trillion-parameter AI model trained on domestic Chinese chips, marking a milestone in AI self-sufficiency.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China's Humanoid Robot Output to Top 100,000 Units in 2026
China's MIIT announces humanoid robot output expected to exceed 100,000 units in 2026, a 5x leap from 2025 cementing its global dominance in embodied AI.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
WAIC 2026 Showcases China's AI Surge in Shanghai July 17-20
China's AI industry, now exceeding 1.2 trillion yuan, takes center stage at WAIC 2026 in Shanghai with record space and 300+ global product debuts.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China's AGIBOT Hits 15,000 Humanoid Robots, New Era Begins
AGIBOT produces its 15,000th embodied robot, the Jiling G2, setting a global record and signaling a shift to large-scale commercial deployment.
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Science & Technology
China Builds First High-Precision Roundness Reference Device
China's first high-precision roundness reference device cuts measurement uncertainty from 20nm to 6nm, breaking foreign monopoly in precision metrology.
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Science & TechnologySpace
China Launches 13th Qianfan Satellite Group, 218 in Orbit
China successfully launched the 13th group of Qianfan polar orbit satellites from Taiyuan, bringing the total constellation satellites in orbit to 218.
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Science & TechnologyEnvironment
China's First Aerial Survey Aircraft Completes Maiden Flight
China's first domestically developed Y-12F atmospheric survey aircraft completes maiden flight, enabling 3D pollution detection and gas monitoring.
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Science & TechnologyChina
Tsinghua Micro-Robot Swarm Breakthrough: Physics Over Code
Tsinghua University researchers create 64 micro-robots that coordinate on water using only light and waves, with zero networking or central control.
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Science & TechnologySpace
China Launches Haiyang-2E Satellite for Ocean Monitoring
China launched the Haiyang-2E satellite to upgrade its ocean monitoring network for weather forecasting, disaster prevention, and climate research.
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Science & Technology
China Breaks New Ground in Fusion Superconducting Magnets
Chinese researchers develop the world's largest fusion reactor superconducting magnets with 100% domestic technology, advancing clean energy goals.
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Science & Technology
China Fusion Milestone: Domestic Superconducting Magnets
Chinese scientists achieve breakthrough in fusion reactor superconducting magnets with 100% domestic components, advancing the 'artificial sun' program.
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Science & Technology
China's LineShine Supercomputer Retakes Global No. 1 Spot
China's LineShine supercomputer tops the TOP500 at 2.198 exaflops, the first CPU-only system past 2 exaflops and China's return to No. 1 after nine years.
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Science & Technology
China's Quantum Communication Tech Moves Toward Real Use
Chinese scientists achieve quantum network breakthroughs, bringing unhackable communications closer to commercial use in government, finance, and energy.
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Science & Technology
China's Tech Advances: AI, Drug Trials, Cell Breakthrough
China's AI token calls lead globally for 8th week, drug trials surpass 5,000, and CAS achieves artificial cell asymmetric division breakthrough.
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Science & Technology
China's Lingsheng Supercomputer Tops Global TOP500 List
China's Lingsheng supercomputer tops the TOP500 with 2.198 exaflops, first Chinese system to lead since 2017 and first all-CPU machine over 2 exaflop.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China's AI Models Lead Global Token Calls for Eighth Week
Chinese AI large models lead global token call volume for eight consecutive weeks, reaching 18.81 trillion weekly tokens, more than triple the US figure.
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Science & Technology
First Asymmetric Division of Artificial Cells Achieved
Chinese researchers achieve breakthrough in asymmetric artificial cell division published in Nature, opening new possibilities in synthetic biology.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China's 'AI Plus' Strategy Moves to Large-Scale Deployment
China's 'AI Plus' initiative shifts from pilots to full-scale deployment, with AI core industry exceeding 1.2 trillion yuan and 93% workplace adoption.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China's AI Boom Rewires Power Grid, Pushes Hubs to Deserts
China's AI boom is reshaping its power grid as data center energy demand surges, driving virtual power plants and pushing hubs to desert regions.
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Science & Technology
AI Chip Wars: The Challenge to Nvidia's Crown
The AI chip market is transforming as CPUs resurge, custom ASICs rise, and supply chains diversify. Can anyone break Nvidia's grip on AI computing?
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Science & Technology
China Erects First 100-Meter Met Tower in South China Sea
China completes its first 100-meter vertical gradient meteorological tower in the South China Sea, boosting typhoon forecasting and climate research.
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Science & Technology
China's First Traffic Robot Squad Debuts in Hangzhou
China deploys its first traffic robot squad in Hangzhou, with 15 AI-powered robots directing traffic, detecting violations, and helping pedestrians.
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Science & TechnologySpace
China Launches Communication Technology Test Satellite 26A
China launched the Communication Technology Test Satellite 26A from Wenchang via Long March 7A rocket, the 653rd flight of the Long March series.
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Science & Technology
China Launches Communications Technology Test Satellite 26A
China launched the Communications Technology Test Satellite 26A from Wenchang using a Long March 7A rocket, the 653rd Long March flight.
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Science & Technology
China Builds 100-Meter Weather Tower in South China Sea
China completes first 100-meter vertical gradient weather tower in the South China Sea, filling a critical gap in typhoon monitoring and forecasting.
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Science & Technology
International Science Organizations Accelerate Move to China
International science and technology organizations are relocating to China, reflecting its rising influence in global research and innovation.
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Science & TechnologyAgriculture
Chinese Scientists Crack Century-Old Crop 'Napping' Mystery
Chinese researchers solved why crops 'nap' at midday, discovering a protein that acts as a natural sunscreen to boost rice yields by up to 40%.
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Science & TechnologySpace
China's Remote Sensing Upgrade: From Images to Intelligence
China's remote sensing evolves from image capture to AI-powered information recognition, with new satellites, SAR advances, and cost breakthroughs.
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Science & Technology
China Achieves Dual Tech Breakthroughs in Quantum Chips, 6G
China announces two major breakthroughs: mass production of ultra-pure silicon-28 for quantum chips and metasurface tech for 6G and satellites.
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Science & TechnologySpace
Zhuque-2 Rocket Launches Two Satellites in Landmark Mission
LandSpace's upgraded Zhuque-2E rocket deployed two satellites, marking the first private Chinese launch for a national satellite internet project.
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Science & TechnologySpace
China Launches 18 Qianfan Satellites, Reaching 182 in Orbit
China launched 18 Qianfan polar orbit satellites on June 4, expanding its LEO broadband constellation to 182 satellites with more launches ahead.
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Science & Technology
China's Deep-Sea Winch System Sets Record at 11,000 Meters
China's Haiwei GD11000 deep-sea winch system sets a world record at 11,228 meters, breaking the foreign monopoly on deep-ocean exploration technology.
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Science & TechnologySpace
Long March 12B Rocket Launches, Boosting Commercial Space
China's Long March 12B rocket completes maiden flight, deploying Qianfan constellation satellites and marking a milestone for commercial space.
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Science & Technology
Jiuzhang 4.0: China's Quantum Leap to 3,050 Photons
China's Jiuzhang 4.0 quantum computer manipulates 3,050 photons, achieving a 10^54 speedup. The breakthrough was driven by PhD students averaging 24.
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Science & TechnologyEnergy
China's 'Atomic Stitching' Breakthrough Powers Energy Era
Chinese scientists achieve first commercial supercritical CO₂ power plant using 'atomic stitching,' boosting efficiency by 85% and slashing emissions.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China Releases 51 AI-Energy Scenarios for Power Grid
China releases 51 high-value AI + Energy scenarios at a Shenzhen conference, targeting smart grids, virtual power plants, and computing-power coordination.
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Science & TechnologyBusiness
Zhipu AI Hits $112B Record Valuation, Defying Concerns
Chinese AI developer Zhipu AI surges to $112 billion market cap after shares hit record HK$1,993, reflecting investor confidence in China's AI sector.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China's EVs Are Getting Heavier, Posing Industry Challenges
China's new energy vehicles have gained 27.5% in weight since 2020, driven by larger batteries and features, raising safety and infrastructure concerns.
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Science & TechnologyChina
China Honors 10 Scientists as 'Most Beautiful Tech Workers'
China names 10 scientists as 'Most Beautiful Science and Technology Workers' on National Science Day, honoring innovation and self-reliance.
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Science & TechnologySpace
Shenzhou-21 Crew Returns After Record 210-Day Mission
China's Shenzhou-21 astronauts return to Earth after a record 210-day mission, featuring an emergency crew transfer and groundbreaking space science.
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Science & TechnologySpace
Blue Origin Rocket Explodes During Test at Cape Canaveral
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during a static fire test at Cape Canaveral, destroying the vehicle ahead of a planned satellite launch.
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Science & TechnologySpace
Shenzhou-21 and Shenzhou-23 Crews Complete Space Handover
Shenzhou-21 and Shenzhou-23 crews complete in-orbit handover aboard Tiangong space station, marking a milestone with the first Hong Kong astronaut.
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Science & TechnologyAgriculture
Chinese Scientists Crack Key Gene for Sugarcane Sugar Boost
Chinese scientists identify the key gene controlling sugar content in sugarcane, publishing in Nature and applying findings to breeding programs.
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Science & Technology
China Issues Ethical Guidelines for Human Gene Data Research
China releases new ethical guidelines for human gene data research, establishing standards for privacy, informed consent, and anti-discrimination
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Science & Technology
Huawei Unveils Tau Scaling Law, Rewriting Chip Rules
Huawei presents the Tau (τ) Scaling Law at IEEE ISCAS 2026, proposing time scaling to replace Moore's Law, with 381 chips already mass-produced.
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Science & TechnologySpace
Lunar Soil Fiber: 'Steel Rebar' for Future Moon Bases
Chinese scientists produce continuous fiber from real lunar soil, paving the way for using local materials in moon base construction.
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Science & TechnologyEconomy
China's Commercial Space Sector: Key Growth Areas Identified
People's Daily analysis examines where China's commercial space sector must focus for growth: reusable rockets, innovation ecosystems, and policy support.
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Science & Technology
Chinese Scientist Wins Inaugural ICBS Basic Science Medal
CAS academician Wang Yifang awarded inaugural ICBS Samuel C.C. Ting Medal in Physics for pioneering neutrino oscillation discoveries.
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Science & TechnologyBusiness
China's AI Titans Race for Multi-Dimensional Entry Points
Tencent, Alibaba, Baidu, and China Mobile are racing to dominate AI entry points—from OS-level assistants to model platforms and intelligent agents.
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Science & TechnologySpace
Shenzhou-23 Docks at Tiangong: Hong Kong Astronaut in Space
China's Shenzhou-23 mission docks at Tiangong, carrying the first Hong Kong astronaut Li Jiaying. A review of the historic crewed spaceflight.
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Science & TechnologySpace
China Sets Deep-Sea Record, Chang'e-7 Lunar Mission in 2026
China breaks world record with 537-day deep-sea corrosion test at 10,000 meters, while the Chang'e-7 lunar probe prepares for Moon launch.
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Science & TechnologySpace
China Merges Lunar Programs, Chang'e-7 Set for 2026 Launch
China unifies manned and unmanned lunar programs into a single project, with the Chang'e-7 south pole mission scheduled for launch in H2 2026.
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Science & Technology
China Sets World Record with 537-Day Deep-Sea Corrosion Test
China completes world-first 537-day deep-sea material corrosion test at 11,000 meters in the Mariana Trench, setting a new global record.
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Science & TechnologyPolitics
Trump Administration Set to Release Second Batch of UFOs
The Trump administration is preparing a second release of declassified UFO files after a lawmaker teased a 'Holy Crap' moment. Here's what we know.
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Science & Technology
China's Jiuzhang 4.0: A Cubic-Level Quantum Computing Leap
Chinese scientists unveil Jiuzhang 4.0, a photonic quantum computer manipulating 3,050 photons with a quantum advantage ratio of 10^54.
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Science & TechnologySpace
China-EU SMILE Satellite Launches to Study Solar Shield
China-EU SMILE satellite launched May 19 to study Earth's magnetic shield against solar wind, defying trade tensions between the two powers.
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Science & Technology
Belgian Professor Steven Lowette Appointed to Top CERN Role
VUB Professor Steven Lowette becomes the first Belgian appointed as Physics Coordinator of the CMS experiment at CERN, overseeing major LHC research.
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