Man and two children burn alive trapped in Tesla after horror crash with rescuers ‘unable to work car’s door handles’ A MAN and two children were burned to death after getting trapped inside a Tesla in a horror crash. The Tesla is said to have veered off the road and smashed into a tree while attempting to overtake another vehicle in western Germany. The car then burst into flames – killing a 43-year-old man and two children, both aged nine. Another child managed to get out of the car and…
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China’s most celebrated sci-fi writer Liu Cixin said that a defining feature of Chinese science fiction is its optimism toward the future, compared to its foreign counterparts. “I think a significant portion of Chinese sci-fi pays more attention to positive futures,” Liu told the Global Times on Thursday, ahead of the Galaxy Science Fiction Convention in Chengdu, Southwest China’s Sichuan Province. Many contemporary global sci-fi works project today’s crises and anxieties into dystopian or dark scenarios, according to Liu, noting that Chinese writers often lean toward more hopeful possibilities. “Many…
A US lawmaker’s reported call for the US administration to restrict or suspend Chinese airline landing rights in the US over rare earths access is “utterly absurd,” a Chinese expert said on Friday, noting that such a move would lead to an “unimaginable scenario” of a severance of commercial air routes between the two countries. John Moolenaar, chair of a US House of Representatives committee on China, on Thursday US time called the US administration to restrict or suspend Chinese airline landing rights in the US unless China restores full…
On the opening day of the 2025 Air Force Aviation Open Event and Changchun Airshow, a J-20 stealth fighter jet, after completing its flight performance, was displayed statically on the ground for the first time, allowing on-site spectators to marvel at the exquisite craftsmanship of this Chinese domestically produced stealth fighter jet. Global Times reporters got a close look at the J-20, and beyond its overwhelming presence, it was the first opportunity to observe its exquisite exterior and meticulous craftsmanship. The J-20 features a lift-body design with canards and strake…
Framework deal is breakthrough in long-running dispute over app’s ownership amid security concerns in Washington Jamieson Greer, a US trade representative, said on Monday that Washington and Beijing have struck a framework agreement on transferring TikTok to US-controlled ownership. Speaking after emerging from negotiations with Chinese officials, Scott Bessent said the deal was coming but declined to reveal the commercial terms. “We have a framework for a TikTok deal,” the treasury secretary told reporters after coming out of high-level talks in Madrid. “We’re not going to talk about the commercial…
Some of the paintings on display at an exhibit commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Antifascist War in Tianjin’s Hedong district. [Photo by Yan Dongjie/chinadaily.com.cn] Nearly 100 visitors attended the opening of an art exhibit in Tianjin’s Hedong district on Thursday, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-45) and the World Antifascist War. The exhibition, organized by the Hedong District Publicity Department, will run until Oct…
At the seventh Silk Road (Dunhuang) International Cultural Expo, Gansu province revealed a restored version of Cave 57 from the Mogao Grottoes, brought to life through advanced three-dimensional reconstruction technology. The restoration is so precise that it replicates the caves’ original structure and size, mural colors and textures, and the artistic charm of its sculptures, making it almost indistinguishable from the original. Also, the province’s Digital Dunhuang initiative has made significant strides. The Digital Library Cave database platform now includes more than 74,000 entries — featuring a vast array of…
China hopes that more countries will join its trilateral efforts with Myanmar and Thailand to tackle telecom and online fraud, which poses “a global threat”, a senior official said on Thursday. Liu Zhongyi, assistant minister of public security, made the remarks at a subforum on combating transnational crimes, which was held in Lianyungang, Jiangsu province, as part of the Global Public Security Cooperation Forum. Liu invited international organizations, such as Interpol and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, to participate in the efforts as observers, expressing hope for…
The Fifth Hunan Tourism Development Conference kicked off on Wednesday in Huaihua, Hunan province, bringing together senior officials, industry experts, and practitioners to share insights. Shen Xiaoming, Party secretary of Hunan, said the province has vigorously promoted the development of its tourism industry in recent years by transforming its natural landscapes and cultural heritage into enduring attractions. Mao Weiming, governor of Hunan, emphasized that efforts should be made to deepen the integration of tourism with culture, technology, and other sectors. He added that Hunan will enhance its image, drive project…
Luxury brand Miu Miu named actress Li Gengxi its newest brand ambassador on Monday. As a standout talent among China’s new generation of actresses, Li has won widespread acclaim and numerous honors since her debut in 2018. In 2024, she clinched the Best Actress award at the 37th China Golden Rooster Awards for her compelling performance in the film Viva La Vida— becoming the first actress of her generation to receive this prestigious prize. Known for her versatility and magnetic screen presence, Li has brought a range of memorable roles…