Last November, a southern Chinese court handed a death sentence to a 62-year-old man, Fan Weiqiu, who killed 35 people by driving into a crowd. The court revealed that Fan was driven by anger over his divorce settlement. The attack took place at a sports center where people were exercising. The cour
Imagine you're a business leader in China. Would you believe that paying taxes on pollution could actually boost your exports? Well, that's what happened with the Environmental Protection Tax Law (EPTL) introduced in 2018. This law charged companies for the pollution they produced, and the result? A
Ever wondered what sets apart the research on elderly care between China and Australia? Let's dive in. We'll look at the current state of studies, the top contributors, and where each country is focusing its efforts. The aim? To spark some smart collaborations for the future. In China, researchers
Ever wondered why some older adults in China who've had strokes spend so much time sitting? Scientists used two different methods, decision trees and logistic regression models, to figure this out. They wanted to know what factors play a role in these seniors being too sedentary. Let's take a step
In today's world, digital transformation is a hot topic, with governments everywhere pushing businesses to adopt these changes. But it's not all smooth sailing—there are uncertainties and companies might be missing out on some key factors. One such factor is official visits. To understand how these
President Joe Biden recently signed a defense bill into law, approving a significant increase in military spending and pay raises for junior enlisted members. The bill, totaling $895 billion, aims to counter China's influence and boost military capabilities. However, Biden expressed strong oppositio
Growing up is tough, but what happens when tough becomes too much? Scientists are digging into how harsh childhood events, or ACEs, shape our mental health when we're older. They found that depression isn't a one-size-fits-all story. It can change a lot over time, especially in China where these eff
A recent defense bill has sparked concern among drone users like Russell Hedrick, a North Carolina farmer, who relies on Chinese-made drones for his work. These drones, known for their affordability and efficiency, are under scrutiny due to national security fears. Congress wants to stop new sales o
The Biden administration has started a trade investigation into China's production of older-type computer chips, which are crucial for cars, appliances, telecom networks, and military equipment. This move could lead to tariffs or other measures to restrict Chinese chips from the U. S. market. China
Former President Donald Trump stirred the waters with his latest comments on the Panama Canal. He claimed that the fees Panama charges for using the canal are too high. Trump even suggested that the US should take back control of the canal if Panama doesn't manage it better. He seems worried that Ch
