Diverse cultural projects launched in Xinjiang, Xizang

"The work of aiding Xinjiang and Xizang serves as a crucial means to enhance interactions, exchanges and integration among various Chinese ethnic groups, thereby reinforcing the development of a community with a shared future and building a shared spiritual home for the Chinese nation," Pan Yue, director of China's National ...

Archaeological education bridges past, present

China's National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) on Wednesday released a guideline on promoting high-quality development of archaeological research and education, marking a significant step forward in the preservation and promotion of cultural heritage across the whole nation.

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  • Legendary Shi Banyu, iconic voice of Stephen Chow, remembered by fans

    Chinese netizens poured out their grief on social media over the death of Shi Banyu, who was deemed the "official voice of comedian Stephen Chow." Shi passed away in Beijing on Tuesday at the age of 66.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/19 23:45:38
  • Silk Road cultural expo to be held in Dunhuang

    Featuring multiple activities including forums, cultural exhibitions and artistic performances to showcase China's rich cultural heritage and promoting dialogue on global cultural cooperation, the seventh Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo is set to take place in Dunhuang, Northwest China's Gansu Province, on Saturday.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/9/19 23:22:02
  • World needs dialogue, co-op instead of tension, confrontation: scholars, experts at Beijing forum

    As the world faces challenges from threats, disputes, and misunderstandings, we need to work together to showcase different cultures, learn about them, respect them, and learn from each one, said various scholars and experts at the 2024 Beijing Culture Forum on Thursday.

    By Xu Liuliu | 2024/9/19 23:15:09
  • Austria: Double solo exhibition opened in Beijing

    The Austrian Cultural Forum at the Embassy of the Republic of Austria and its cultural center in Beijing launched a double solo exhibition of Austrian artists Stefan Pani & Stefan Reiterer, from September 14 to October 6, 2024, in Simulacra, a gallery in Beijing.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/19 19:25:24
  • Argentina: Argentine Film Cycle tells stories

    The Consulate General of the Argentine Republic in Guangzhou held an Argentine film tour themed “River, Dream, Distance,” launched on September 19 and will run until October 10.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/19 19:15:15
  • The Netherlands: 10 films staged at the 2024 Netherlands Film Festival, featuring Dutch culture

    The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and the China Film Group Corporation jointly launched the 2024 Netherlands Film Festival in Beijing on September 12.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/19 18:56:16
  • Russia: Opening ceremony of the Russian Theatre School master classes

    An opening ceremony for master classes at the Russian Institute of Theatre Arts was jointly hosted by Russia's Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living Abroad, and the International Humanitarian Cooperation, or Rossotrudnichestvo, the Russian Institute of Theatre Arts (GITIS), the Beijing Federation of Literary and Art Circles, and the Russian Cultural Center in Beijing on September 18.

    By Dong Feng | 2024/9/19 18:38:56
  • Reception held in Beijing to celebrate friendship between China and Pacific Island countries, expand cooperation in the future

    A reception was held to celebrate the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and the 5th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and the Solomon Islands in Beijing on September 13.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/19 18:28:34
  • Lessons of perseverance and wisdom from Sun Wukong's trials

    When it comes to Journey to the West, the first thing that comes to my mind are the stone benches in the shade of tall willows overlapping with green and flowing in the humid summer breeze.

    By Qin Yuzhu | 2024/9/19 18:27:38
  • County tourism wins over young travelers

    Lately, county tourism has become increasingly popular in China, with more young people opting for lesser-known counties as holiday destinations instead of crowded cities with famous attractions. They are eager to escape the hustle and bustle of popular spots and enjoy a quieter, more relaxed experience away from the city.

    By Jiang Li and Li Hang | 2024/9/19 15:28:32
  • Egypt's tourism, antiquities minister seeks to boost ties

    The Minister of Tourism and Antiquities of Egypt Sherif Fathy expressed his desire to enhance cooperation with China in the fields of tourism and archaeology at a press conference in Cairo on Tuesday, the Xinhua News Agency reported on Wednesday.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/9/18 23:30:45
  • Hiking companions: Growing trend during Chinese holidays

    As the Mid-Autumn Festival concluded and the National Day holidays approach, more and more travelers have chosen mountain hikes as a favorite pastime. The rise of "hiking companion" services, which, while not a formal profession, has gained significant attention due to increasing demand, particularly on social media platforms.

    By Sun Langchen | 2024/9/18 23:30:35
  • New TV series shows story of respectable education pioneer Zhang Guimei

    Wearing a shabby helmet and riding a scooter up and down on the bumpy dirt road, she finally drove to the door of a student's house but saw someone coming to propose marriage.

    By Xu Liuliu | 2024/9/18 23:20:35
  • Shaolin a modern beacon for Chinese culture

    The Shaolin Temple, nestled in the Songshan mountain range of Central China's Henan Province, is renowned not only as a sacred site of Zen Buddhism but also as the birthplace of the renowned Shaolin kung fu. Now, the temple is constructing a museum dedicated to promoting Shaolin culture.

    By Li Hang | 2024/9/18 23:15:03
  • 'Chinese Bridge' realizes dream for Egyptian girl

    Having stood out for her language skills and deep understanding of Chinese culture, Yasmine Hamed from Egypt claimed the African Continental Championship of the 23rd "Chinese Bridge" Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign College Students and participated in the global finals of the competition that recently concluded in Pingtan, East China's Fujian Province.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/9/18 21:57:03
  • New soccer majors to kickstart China's sports future with career path

    The Ministry of Education of China announced plans to add 39 new soccer sports majors at universities on Friday. This highlights the current scarcity of soccer programs in higher education and underscores the pressing need for the development of Chinese soccer. While the impact of this initiative may take time to materialize, it represents a promising long-term strategy for the sport's advancement in China.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/9/17 23:48:48
  • 'The Sinking of Lisbon Maru' refreshes historic memory of heroism

    During the Mid-Autumn Festival holidays, one documentary film The Sinking of Lisbon Maru garnered widespread acclaim in China. The film not only recounts a relatively obscure episode of World War II but also serves as a vivid reminder of the cruelty of war and the bravery of ordinary Chinese people.

    By Li Hang | 2024/9/17 23:44:00
  • International stars flock to give shows and enjoy tourism

    Grammy Award-winning rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, performed a sold-out show in Haikou, South China's Hainan Province, on Sunday. Just one day later, an encore performance set for September 21 was announced by the Bureau of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television, and Sports of Haikou City, extending the festivities.

    By Jiang Li and Sun Langchen | 2024/9/17 22:30:02
  • Dance festival connects people through exchanges: UK choreographer

    Dancers from the most renowned troupes in the world performed by the seaside in Qinhuangdao, North China's Hebei Province for the Move to Move International Dance Festival, which ran from Sunday to Tuesday during this year's Mid-Autumn Festival holidays.

    By Xu Liuliu | 2024/9/17 22:26:33
  • Culture Beat: Han Dynasty stone reliefs on display

    An ongoing exhibition about Han Dynasty (206BC-AD220) stone reliefs at the Art Museum of West Taihu Lake in Changzhou, East China's Jiangsu Province, has been a major draw during the Mid-Autumn Festival holidays.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/17 22:25:09
  • Culture Beat: 'Stars over the Volga' celebrates Russian art

    The recently opened exhibition titled Stars over the Volga: Works by Academicians of the Russian Academy of Arts is marking the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Russia at the China Millennium Monument in Beijing.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/17 22:23:29
  • Opening win

    Shandong Taishan midfielder Valeri Qazaishvili (right) scores against Central Coast Mariners of Australia during their AFC Champions League Elite League Stage first-round match in Jinan, East China's Shandong Province on September 17, 2024. The Chinese team won 3-1.

    By VCG | 2024/9/17 21:56:30
  • Diversity of species at Chinese dinosaur fossil site unmatched globally

    Fossils of pterosaurs, stegosaurs, plesiosaurs, and more - this dinosaur fossil site in Southwest China's Sichuan Province showcases numerous prehistoric creatures that surpass the diversity seen in the Jurassic World movies.

    By Li Hang | 2024/9/17 21:40:15
  • Grammy Award-winning rapper Ye's Haikou concert draws global spotlight to Hainan

    Grammy Award-winning rapper Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, performed a sold-out show for his album series "Vultures" in Haikou, South China's Hainan Province, on Sunday night, marking the start of the Mid-Autumn Festival holidays of the tropical island.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/9/16 16:00:49
  • Yangtze River Cultural and Artistic Season opens to promote millennia-old cultural heritage

    The Yangtze River Cultural and Artistic Season officially commenced in Wuhan, the capital city of Central China's Hubei Province, with a spectacular opening ceremony on Saturday night, featuring a dazzling fireworks display, a heart-stirring drone performance, and a vibrant light show along the Yangtze River banks. The event committee stated on Sunday that a series of cultural events are scheduled to take place during the season to better promote the culture and history of the Yangtze River.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/9/15 16:40:03
  • Archaeologists announce earliest fire-drilling tools found in China and major prehistoric findings

    China's National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) on Friday revealed major advancements at three archaeological sites, showcasing significant discoveries of history and culture from prehistoric period and the Xia Dynasty (c.2070BC–c.1600BC).

    By Chen Xi | 2024/9/13 18:09:43
  • 'The Temple of Earth and Me' book fair in Beijing sets record with 400,000 book titles

    As one of the events of the 2024 Beijing Culture Forum, "The Temple of Earth and Me" book fair kicked off on Friday and will run through September 23 at Beijing's Ditan Park, also known as the Temple of Earth Park.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/9/13 12:17:03
  • Mid-Autumn Festival shines a light on unity and inheritance

    Editor's Note: Mid-Autumn Festival, a celebration that has spanned centuries in China, is synonymous with the ancient practice of moon worship. Falling on the 15th day of the eighth month of the Chinese lunar calendar, when the moon is at its fullest and brightest, the festival has been bestowed with the meaning of unity, with legends such as Chang'e and the moon rabbit enriching its heritage. For Chinese people, the festival is of special ethical significance, while the thought of reuniting with family on this occasion has been a sentiment and mind-set for hundreds of years. The symbolic snack known as mooncake, a traditional offering to the lunar deities and a seasonal treat, has now evolved into a cultural brand representing China. In this special issue, Global Times reporters Chen Xi, Li Hang and Sun Langchen will help you understand how and why Chinese celebrate this day even though many customs are changing with the times. As the Mid-Autumn Festival, which falls on Tuesday this year, is being celebrated across the whole world nowadays, the festival has also evolved in different ways.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/12 23:39:39
  • How ancient towns south of Yangtze River regain life, becoming hot tourism sites

    Boasting elements like stone bridges, winding rivers and elegant above-water architecture, ancient towns are highlights to the landscape of China's Jiangnan. Jiangnan is a geographic area that is commonly known as the south of the mighty Yangtze River.

    By Li Yuche and Sun Langchen | 2024/9/12 23:08:19
  • Technology unlocks Han Dynasty lifestyle at Mawangdui site for the public in reality

    Fifty years ago, not only the archaeological community but also ordinary people were stunned by the excavation of the Mawangdui Han Tombs. Among the findings was a remarkable discovery known as China's "Sleeping Beauty" (Lady Xin Zhui), an over 2,100-year-old lady who looks nearly as good as she did when she was buried after her death at the age of about 50, during China's Western Han Dynasty (206BC-AD25). The world has marveled at the mystery behind her body, as well as the numerous precious treasures unearthed from the tombs, including textiles, bamboo and silk manuscripts.

    By Li Yuche | 2024/9/12 22:21:26
  • Novel 'Wonder' helps me understand how kindness can make a big difference

    Over the years, reading has become an important part of my life. I always remember a notable motto that says, "Books are the ladder of human progress."

    By Lu Jiapei | 2024/9/12 19:49:23
  • Mid-Autumn film season aspires to energize box office with diversity

    As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, China's film industry is gearing up for a promising season, offering a diverse lineup of 21 new releases to draw audiences back to theaters. At a time when the market faces challenges, will this mix of films have the potential to energize the box office? An industry expert told the Global Times that he has confidence in this year's Mid-Autumn film season.

    By Li Hang | 2024/9/11 23:48:52
  • Culture Beat: NCPA to stage Peking Opera classic 'Farewell My Concubine'

    To celebrate the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival, which will fall on Tuesday in 2024, the National ­Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA) will present a series of exciting performances, including the Peking Opera Farewell My Concubine, which will be staged on Friday.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/11 23:39:48
  • Will changing coach cure nation's soccer woes?

    The calls to change the head coach of the Chinese national soccer team have been growing louder since their home 2-1 loss to Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. The game marked yet another defeat for China in the third round of the World Cup Asian qualifiers under the helm of Croatian coach Branko Ivankovic.

    By Lu Wenao in Dalian | 2024/9/11 23:39:17
  • Culture Beat: Chinese painter's legacy honored at CAFA's centenary exhibition

    The Unspoken Mastery – Lin Gang's Centenary Art Exhibition opened on Wednesday at the Central Academy of Fine Arts (CAFA) Art Museum in China's capital Beijing.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/11 23:36:50
  • Rediscovering the Mawangdui Han Tombs: 50 years of unveiling ancient Chinese civilization

    Fifty years ago, not only the archaeological community but also ordinary people were stunned by the excavation of the Mawangdui Han Tombs. Among the findings is a remarkable discovery known as China's "Sleeping Beauty" (Lady Xin Zhui), an over 2,100-year-old lady who looks nearly as good as she did when she was buried after her death at the age of about 50, during China's Western Han Dynasty (206BC-AD25). The world has marveled at the mystery behind her body, as well as the numerous precious treasures unearthed from the tombs.

    By Dong Feng | 2024/9/11 23:31:59
  • Culture forum focuses on inheritance and creativity

    The 2024 Beijing Culture Forum will kick off in the Chinese capital from September 19 to 21, according to its organizers. With a permanent theme of "Inheritance, Creativity, Mutual Learning," the forum has "Enhance Cultural Exchanges for Common Progress" as its theme for this year.

    By Xu Liuliu | 2024/9/11 23:29:50
  • Notre Dame exhibit comes to Beijing

    In one of the northern exhibition halls of the National Museum of China, a sculpture of a gargoyle, which was originally designed as a foremost part of the rainwater drainage system of Paris' famed Notre Dame cathedral, sits silently among orderly arranged devices, ready to accompany visitors on a journey between the past and the present, the virtual and the real.

    By Ji Yuqiao | 2024/9/11 23:27:57
  • Rock climbing's popularity soars among Chinese youth inspired by Olympics

    Rock climbing has become a go-to stress reliever for many young people, and its inclusion in the 2024 Paris Olympics has further fueled its appeal. Chinese athlete Wu Peng's silver medal in the men's speed climbing event in Paris has sparked widespread interest, with his climbing videos attracting significant attention online. Many netizens expressed a newfound desire to try the sport themselves.

    By Wu Jie and Sun Langchen | 2024/9/11 23:24:57
  • Switzerland: 2nd Sino-Swiss Research Integrity Workshop held

    The second Sino-Swiss Research Integrity Workshop: Responsible Research and Innovation was held at the Residence of the embassy of Switzerland in China on September 5 in Beijing.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/11 23:14:50
  • Sustainability Tour 2024 kicks off online, calling for cooperation

    The Delegation of the European Union to the People's Republic of China kicked off its Sustainability Tour 2024 with a livestream on September 12. Launched by the Delegation of the European Union to China, the online campaign aims to showcase the cooperation between the EU and its member states and China in the fields of environment, climate, energy and other sustainable development, and to promote a green lifestyle.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/11 22:59:58
  • EU Jazz Month splashes across Chinese cities in September

    The consulates general of Spain, Germany, the Netherlands, Luxembourg, and Poland in Shanghai and the European Union jointly launched the EU Jazz Month from September 6 to 29, creating good, healthy and happy vibes for music lovers.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/11 22:40:36
  • Morocco: 70-year-old cyclist reaches Beijing, witnessing BRI results

    Moroccan Ambassador to China Abdelkader El Ansari hosted a welcome ceremony at the Moroccan residence in Beijing on September 6 for the cyclist Karim Mosta, who had successfully cycled from Casablanca, Morocco, to Beijing.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/11 22:16:52
  • Spanish pianist Marco Mezquida makes debut in Beijing with unique Chinese song interpretation

    Delivering performances in several Chinese cities like Beijing and Xiamen, East China's Fujian Province, Spanish jazz pianist Marco Mezquida recently made his debut in China featuring a solo piano concert in Beijing on September 9.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/11 22:06:01
  • Ancient Chinese clothing exhibition in Berlin reveals Confucian elegance

    A new exhibition on ancient Chinese clothing was held in German capital Berlin. The exhibition traces the history of Chinese clothing, highlighting how the Confucian core value of “ritual” is expressed in Chinese clothing culture.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/11 21:51:06
  • Helping more young people understand martial arts

    "Go, Paris Olympics!" Recently, in the training room of the French martial arts club "Oriental Martial Arts School," Fang Xiaofen, coach of the French national martial arts team, and her French students recorded a video together, cheering in Chinese to show their support for Chinese and French Olympic athletes.

    By Gao Qiao | 2024/9/11 18:39:46
  • 43 players banned for life from soccer

    A total of 61 professional soccer players have been given disciplinary sanctions, including 44 of them being banned from soccer for life, as China's sports and public security authorities jointly issued sanctions on Tuesday in the aftermath of a series of corruption cases in the sport since November 2022.

    By Lu Wenao in Dalian | 2024/9/11 0:45:00
  • Chinese national soccer team suffer home defeat to 10-man Saudis

    The Chinese national soccer team suffered a bitter second consecutive defeat in the World Cup Asian qualifiers as they were defeated by 10-man Saudi Arabia 2-1 on Tuesday in Dalian, Liaoning Province.

    By Lu Wenao in Dalian | 2024/9/11 0:44:45
  • Cervantes Institute opens new branch in Shanghai

    After setting up its first branch in Beijing in 2006, the Cervantes Institute opened its second branch in Shanghai on Tuesday, making Spain the first European country to have official cultural institutions in two Chinese cities.

    By Huang Lanlan in Shanghai | 2024/9/11 0:44:29
  • AIGC expands footprint in Chinese film industry, enhancing efficiency, creativity

    The integration of AI-generated content (AIGC) into the film industry has taken a step forward with the launch of the Kling AI "Movie Co-Creation Project" on Monday. This initiative brings together nine prominent Chinese directors, including Li Shaohong and Yu Baimei, to create nine short films using AIGC. It marks China's first large-scale effort to apply AI-powered video-generation models to cinematic content creation.

    By Sun Langchen | 2024/9/11 0:26:45
  • From 'underground army' to 'cultural icon'

    This year marks the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the Terracotta Warriors, one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century. On Sunday, an international conference on protecting the Qinshihuang Mausoleum and its surrounding heritage site was held.

    By Li Hang | 2024/9/11 0:16:34
  • Noble graves from 2,000 years ago offer insights into ancient Chinese beliefs about the afterlife

    Fifty years ago, not only the archaeological community but also ordinary people were stunned by the excavation of the Mawangdui Han Tombs. Among the findings is a remarkable discovery known as China's "Sleeping Beauty" (Lady Xin Zhui), an over 2,100-year-old lady who looks nearly as good as she did when she was buried after dying at the age of about 50, during China's Western Han Dynasty (206BC-AD25). The world has marveled at the mystery behind her body, as well as the numerous precious treasures unearthed from the tombs, including textiles and bamboo and silk manuscripts.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/10 21:39:12
  • WADA raises alarm over US anti-doping flaws in letter to USADA, calls for sweeping reforms

    The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) renewed its call for comprehensive reforms in the US anti-doping system, citing growing concerns about American athletes participating in major international competitions without undergoing adequate testing.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/9/10 18:41:00
  • Paralympic triumph fueled by determination, national support

    With 94 gold, 76 silver, and 50 bronze, China once again topped both the gold medal tally and the overall medal table at the 17th Paralympic Games that concluded on Sunday, marking the sixth consecutive time to do so since the 2004 Athens Paralympics.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/9/9 23:36:02
  • Miles apart, yet close at heart: China-Africa cooperation deepens in new era

    As the Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) unfolds, global attention turns to the strengthening partnership between China and Africa. As China and Africa discuss the path of Global South modernization, artworks have showcased the deep emotional and cooperative ties between them.

    By Ji Deqiang | 2024/9/9 22:53:06
  • Chinese soccer team faces 'redemption fight'

    After a humiliating 7:0 defeat to Japan last week on away soil, the Chinese national soccer team will take on a crucial match at home as they host Saudi Arabia in Dalian, Northeast China's Liaoning Province on Tuesday.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/9/9 22:41:32
  • Life stories of Qing princesses come to Taipei Palace Museum

    Based on the voluminous imperial archives in its collection, a new exhibition shedding light on the lives of princesses in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) opened at the Taipei Palace Museum, the island of Taiwan on Saturday.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/9 22:19:44
  • Hearing the world, Chinese vibe at Shanghai Symphony Orchestra

    The Shanghai Symphony Orchestra (SSO) kicked off its 2024-25 season on Sunday with a grand opening concert.

    By Xu Liuliu and Li Hang | 2024/9/9 22:17:52
  • How world-class violinist Lu Siqing bridges East and West through the language of music

    Lu Siqing, a world-class violinist dubbed as the “Paganini of the East,” has captivated audiences globally with his interpretation of the Butterfly Lovers' Violin Concerto, hailed as one of the most distinguished versions of the classic. At a young age, he had already secured his place among the world's top violinists through his own talent and strength. Today, he remains an active figure in both domestic and international classical music scenes. His performances are not just concerts but experiences that transcend cultural boundaries, offering listeners a glimpse into the soul of music. The Global Times talked with Lu, who shared stories of his ties with the violin, the “chemical” reaction he made by experimenting with Chinese and Western music and his new role as a music educator.

    By Chen Xi, Zhang Ni and Ji Yuqiao | 2024/9/8 23:41:30
  • A dance troupe's efforts in strengthening China-Africa ties

    A dance troupe staged a performance that integrated elements of Chinese and African folk dances at the opening ceremony gala show of the just-concluded 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation held in Beijing.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/9/8 22:28:08
  • Qinshihuang Mausoleum archaeological discoveries make first collective public debut

    As the year 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of the discovery of the Terracotta Warriors, an exhibition featuring archaeological discoveries at Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum site, the tomb of the first emperor in Chinese history, opened on Sunday in Xi'an, Northwest China's Shaanxi Province.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/8 21:01:01
  • Fine traditional Chinese culture rides digitization wave overseas

    Recently, several music pieces themed around Journey to the West have gone viral on social media platforms, both in China and abroad. The theme song from the 1986 TV series Journey to the West, "Yungong Xunyin," has been rearranged, which not only enhances its fantasy feel but also gives it an epic sense of grandeur. Tracks such as "cyber sutra chanting" and Shaanbei-style storytelling have not only ignited passion among young Chinese audiences but have also attracted international listeners.

    By Sun Jiashan | 2024/9/6 1:01:03
  • Tennis triumphs drive youth engagement

    China's Zhang Shuai and France's Kristina Mladenovic advanced to the US Open women's doubles final after a hard-fought 7-5, 4-6, 6-3 victory over Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend on Wednesday. This marks Zhang's fourth appearance in a Grand Slam doubles final and her first US Open final since winning the doubles title with Samantha Stosur in 2021 in New York, the US. The pair will face the seventh seeds, Lyudmyla Kichenok and Jelena Ostapenko, in the final on Friday.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/9/6 0:43:23
  • During 'Bailu,' or White Dew of Chinese solar term, fruitful cool autumn begins

    "Bailu," or White Dew, the 15th of the 24 solar terms in the traditional Chinese calendar, falls on September 7 this year.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/6 0:35:33
  • French elements highlighted at 2024 Beijing Fringe Festival

    "In the 16-year history of the Beijing Fringe Festival, people have come and gone, but the young gaze, heartbeat and young feeling have always been there for the festival," said Meng Jinghui, artistic director of the Beijing Fringe Festival, on Wednesday night.

    By Xu Liuliu | 2024/9/5 23:55:44
  • Documentary 'The Sinking of The Lisbon Maru' to be released, uncovers truth of sunken WWII ship

    The highly anticipated documentary The Sinking of The Lisbon Maru will be released publicly across China on Friday.

    By Huang Lanlan | 2024/9/5 23:52:35
  • China's national soccer team suffer 0:7 defeat in away game against Japan

    The Chinese national soccer team lost 0-7 to Japan on Thursday in the first match of the third round of the 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/5 23:48:11
  • Qi Baishi's paintings featured at art fair in Beijing

    As flocks of visitors explored the 2024 Beijing China Art International Fair on Thursday, they found Chinese culture elegantly embedded in cultural collections and relics.

    By Dong Feng and Chen Xi | 2024/9/5 23:45:43
  • China, Africa build partnership in culture, tourism and sports

    In one exhibition corner, several guests from Chad, Nigeria and Egypt carefully explore traditional cloisonne techniques by painting some cultural products. Nearby, some guests are fully immersed in an 8k ultra HD video experience, which is taking them on a virtual journey from the Central Axis of Beijing to the majestic wildlife migrations of Africa.

    By Chen Xi, Wang Wenwen and Zhang Yiyi | 2024/9/5 23:41:48
  • Cultural envoys shape China-Africa relations in education and tourism

    As Tungamirai Eric Mupona experienced rural areas in North China and Feng Xinxin kicked off her journey between China and Africa, they may not have noticed themselves taking on a new role - cultural envoys. Looking back, their endeavors have been valuable in people-to-people exchanges.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/9/5 23:21:14
  • China-Egypt hydrological sites sprint for joint UNESCO title, paving roads in archaeology, heritage conservation

    Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time proposed the principles of "zhen shi qin cheng" for China's Africa policy in a speech in 2013 at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Center in Tanzania. Eleven years have passed since that momentous day in the history of China-Africa ties, but the principles endure. They have not only underpinned China's engagement with Africa in numerous fruitful cooperation projects, but also helped people get closer through exchanges and deepening friendships.

    By Li Yuche | 2024/9/5 23:01:55
  • Tunisian student sees vitality of Chinese modernization through a peach

    "I'm a foreigner, but I don't feel foreign!" In China, there's a group of foreigners who don't feel foreign at all – they eat Chinese food, speak Putonghua, read ancient poetry, and practice Tai Chi, embodying the essence of Chinese people. Their unique bond with China has led them to fall deeply in love with the country.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/5 21:28:09
  • Embodying spirit of the Long March

    Birds who want to fly first need to flutter their wings, people who seek progress first need to read. In today's society, many people love reading books very much, and I'm no exception. During the summer vacation, I read Red Star Over China, and it attracted me a lot because of the story of the Red Army.

    By Cui Moxuan | 2024/9/5 20:45:47
  • Lao edition of "Up and Out of Poverty" launched in Vientiane

    The launching ceremony for the Lao edition of Chinese President Xi Jinping's book on poverty relief "Up and Out of Poverty" is held in Vientiane, capital of Laos, on Sept. 4, 2024.

    By Xinhua | 2024/9/5 11:54:33
  • Germany: 100th anniversary of Franz Kafka's death commemorated

    The year 2024 marks the 100th anniversary of German-speaking Bohemian novelist Franz Kafka's death. The Embassy of Germany in China held a session titled Literatur abend Der unendliche Kafka (or Literature Evening the Infinite KafKa in English) in Beijing on August 30.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/5 0:01:05
  • UAE: First UAE-China Think Tank Forum held in Beijing

    The Consulate General of Malaysia, Guangzhou hosted the 67th National Day of Malaysia celebration held in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, on August 30, marking the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/4 23:53:06
  • Malaysia: The 67th National Day of Malaysia celebration hosted in Guangzhou

    The Consulate General of Malaysia, Guangzhou hosted the 67th National Day of Malaysia celebration held in Guangzhou, South China's Guangdong Province, on August 30, marking the 50th anniversary of the establishment of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/4 23:40:13
  • Malawi: Ambassador holds talks with GEIDCO chief for cooperation in energy

    Cheng Zhiqiang, chief cooperation officer at Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (GEIDCO), a Beijing-based organization for promoting sustainable energy development worldwide, held talks with the Ambassador of Malawi to China, Allan Chintedza, in Beijing on August 29.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/4 23:29:01
  • Chinese volunteers fight poaching of elephants in Africa, improve wildlife conservation by sharing resources, expertise

    In 2013, Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time raised the principles of "zhen shi qin cheng" for China's Africa policy in a speech at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Center in Tanzania, meaning sincerity, real results, amity and good faith.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/4 23:19:50
  • Pakistan: Embassy of Pakistan in China hosts photo exhibition to promote bilateral tourism, with year 2023 a strong beginning

    The Embassy of Pakistan in China hosted a photo exhibition titled "Pakistan in Frames: A Visual Journey by Chinese Tour Operators" in Beijing on September 3.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/4 23:18:48
  • Xiaolongbao varieties nationwide offer diverse choices for diners

    World-renowned Chinese restaurant from Taiwan that specializes in soup dumplings and noodles, Din Tai Fung, officially announced on August 26 that it would be closing 14 of its restaurants in China, including those in Beijing, Tianjin, and Xi'an, by October 31.

    By Li Hang and Sun Langchen | 2024/9/4 22:40:18
  • Carving a new path, boxwood artisan rides Wukong wave

    As the Chinese AAA game Black Myth: Wukong gains widespread popularity, its unique artistic style and profound cultural depth have invigorated the cultural and creative market.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/9/4 22:32:54
  • China's Zheng Qinwen eyes WTA finals after US Open exit

    China's Zheng Qinwen concluded this year's Grand Slam journey with a US Open quarterfinal defeat to Aryna Sabalenka on Wednesday, as her runs to the final stages of major tournaments have attracted widespread attention and interest in tennis across China.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/9/4 20:29:29
  • 24-hour libraries gain popularity across China

    As the sun sets and the city is enveloped in the peaceful cover of night, a new trend is gaining momentum across China: the 24-hour library. These well-lit havens provide a sanctuary for students, professionals, and anyone in need of a quiet place to read or study in the late hours.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/9/3 23:02:06
  • Inheritance of traditional China-Africa friendship, cultural exchanges among youths bridge mountains and seas

    Editor's Note: In 2013, Chinese President Xi Jinping for the first time raised the principles of “zhen shi qin cheng” for China's Africa policy in a speech at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Center in Tanzania, meaning sincerity, real results, amity and good faith. Many years have passed since that momentous day in the history of China-Africa ties, but the principles endure. They have not only underpinned China's engagement with Africa in numerous fruitful cooperation projects, but also helped people get closer and closer through exchanges and deepening friendships. As part of our special coverage of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), the Global Times Life Desk discovered some of these warm stories involving subjects such as cultural exchanges and joint biodiversity conservation that benefit China and Africa's friendship across mountains and seas.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/3 22:41:19
  • Jurassic dinosaur fossils site among latest three Chinese sites listed as IUGS geological heritage

    The International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) has announced the inclusion of three Chinese geological heritage sites in its second batch of sites to be inscribed on the global 100 Geological Heritage Sites list. The recognized sites are the Permian vegetation of the Wuda Fossil Site, the Dashanpu Middle Jurassic Dinosaur Fossils Site, and the Guilin Karst Landscape.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/3 21:36:58
  • Chinese soccer team takes low-key approach for World Cup qualifiers

    The Chinese national soccer team has embarked on the third stage of the 2026 World Cup Asian qualifiers campaign with a low-key approach as they look to make the most of their opportunity against Japan on Thursday.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/9/3 20:38:43
  • 'Pan-fashion' approach transforms Zhejiang's 'sweater hometown' Puyuan

    As one of the official events of 2024 New York Fashion Week, a T-stage gala made its debut in Puyuan Town in East China's Zhejiang Province on Saturday. Known as the "hometown of knitted clothing" in China, Puyuan became a sensation when its sweater market turnover reached 130.4 billion yuan ($18.3 billion) in 2023.

    By Li Yuche in Tongxiang | 2024/9/2 22:51:26
  • Boundless potential remains in future of inbound 'China Travel'

    Thanks to expanding visa-free policies and favorable conditions like more manageable payment methods for international travelers, an increasing number of tourists are flocking to China.

    By Zhang Nan | 2024/9/2 23:08:04
  • From cradle to grave, breeders guard giant pandas in every stage of life

    Gao Gao the giant panda is 32 years old, equivalent to 112 years old in human age. Although he is in the sunset years of his life with some unavoidable age-related health issues such as abraded teeth, Gao Gao still lives in the Dujiangyan panda park of the China Conservation and Research Centre for the Giant Panda (CCRCGP) and has been nicknamed "Grandpa Gao."

    By Ji Yuqiao | 2024/9/2 21:29:58
  • Rise of micro-dramas among elderly audiences should break content homogenization

    After the robust micro-drama industry intrigued young Chinese viewers with romance shows, it is now experiencing a notable surge in popularity among middle-aged and elderly audiences, evolving from a niche medium into a mainstream entertainment phenomenon. These short, melodramatic shows, often featuring middle-aged protagonists in fantastical scenarios, have captured the imagination of an older demographic.

    By Sun Langchen | 2024/9/1 22:27:40
  • Olympians bolster bonds in HK, Macao

    Chinese mainland Olympians are currently visiting Macao right after their Hong Kong visit, participating in various activities, sharing their experiences and teaching local youths.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/9/1 22:19:42
  • Summer box office hits $1.64b

    China's 2024 summer box office, spanning from June 1 to August 31, generated a total of 11.64 billion yuan ($1.64 billion) in revenue, according to the data released by the China Film Administration on Sunday.

    By Li Hang and Chen Xi | 2024/9/1 21:42:52
  • Archaeology site unveils historical layers spanning over 3,000 years

    The discovery of the Malangxia Site in Yuyao, East China's Zhejiang Province has contributed to a more comprehensive understanding of the social development and way of life in the Yuyao region from the Shang-Zhou (c.1600BC-256BC) to the Ming-Qing (1368-1911) dynasties, according to the Xinhua News Agency.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/1 21:34:54
  • Culture Beat: 'Rise' exhibition to showcase dragon-scale bookbinding craft

    The dragon-scale bookbinding is a traditional Chinese way of bookbinding with a history of over 1,000 years. Passed down from generation to generation, the completed artworks are known to resemble dragons as each page looking like a scale.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/1 21:26:43
  • Culture Beat: Ballet performance closes summer art festival in Beijing

    A performance by dancers of the National Ballet of China closed the two-month-long Open Door to Art summer festival in Beijing's Forbidden City Concert Hall (FCCH) on Saturday night.

    By Global Times | 2024/9/1 21:25:09
  • Paris Paralympic Games athletes compete with unyielding spirit

    China leads the 2024 Paris Summer Paralympics medal table with 20 gold medals and 42 total medals as of Sunday (local time). Since the end of the second day of competition, Chinese athletes have set six new world records.

    By Jiang Li and Ji Yuqiao | 2024/9/1 21:17:06
  • Exploring the potential of blending genres in TV production

    A number of high-quality Chinese TV series have been rolled out by younger directors who have made a name for themselves in recent years with creative production ideas. One such work, Escape from the Trilateral Slopes, a newly released thriller generating buzz on Chinese social media, exemplifies its director's exploration of creative expression.

    By Ji Yuqiao | 2024/8/30 1:16:46
  • Czech Republic: Exhibition 'My Room' opened in Beijing

    The Embassy of the Czech Republic in China and the Czech-China Contemporary Art Gallery jointly inaugurated the exhibition "My Room," which was opened at the Czech Embassy in Beijing on August 20.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/30 0:50:05
  • Mexico: National Day of Mexican Cinema 2024 celebrated

    In commemoration of the National Day of Mexican Cinema 2024, the Embassy of Mexico in China will screen Cronos, a movie directed by Oscar-winning director Guillermo del Toro at the Beijing Yuan Museum on August 31.

    By Global Times | 2024/8/30 0:45:27
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