AccidentChina
Bus Plunges into River in Sichuan, Killing 6 and Injuring 11
A bus carrying 17 people plunged into a riverbank in Sichuan's Baoxing County, killing 6 and injuring 11. Rescue operations concluded early July 16.
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Society & CultureEconomy
Sichuan Hotel Price Hikes During Exam Spark Regulatory Row
A Sichuan hotel raised prices during civil service exams. Regulators say they can't cap prices, reigniting debate on price gouging in China.
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Military & DefenseTechnology
China's Type 076 Sichuan Installs Electromagnetic Catapult
China's Type 076 amphibious assault ship Sichuan reaches key milestone with electromagnetic catapult and arrestor gear installation.
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Natural Disaster
Sichuan Earthquake: 5.5 Magnitude, 13 Injured, Response On
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Sichuan's Gaoxian County, injuring 13. China activated Level 3 response as improved preparedness limited damage.
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EnergyInfrastructure
World's Tallest Dam Begins Operations in Sichuan Province
The Shuangjiangkou Hydropower Station, the world's tallest dam at 315 meters, has begun operations in Sichuan, adding 2,000 MW of clean energy capacity.
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Infrastructure & Transportation
Sichuan to Fix Excessive Highway Speed Limit Zones in 2026
Sichuan Province announces plans to reduce excessive highway speed limit zones after drivers question 80 km/h limits on roads designated as high-speed.
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InfrastructureChina
Chengdu-Chongqing High-Speed Rail Link Reaches Key Milestone
Two critical tunnels at Lezhi Station were bored through, marking a major milestone in integrating China's southwestern high-speed rail network.
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TechnologyRegional Development
Sichuan Unveils 'AI+' Strategy Across 20 Key Sectors
Sichuan Province launches a sweeping AI+ strategy covering 20 sectors with a three-step roadmap to 2035, positioning itself as a national AI leader.
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EnvironmentWildlife
World's Only Wild White Giant Panda Spotted Again in Sichuan
The world's only known wild white giant panda spotted again in Sichuan's Wolong Nature Reserve, with new footage showing the rare albino thriving.
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