Source: Xinhua Editor: huaxia An aerial drone photo taken on Sept. 2, 2024 shows the 4th phase project of the Chinese-built Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. (Xinhua) NANCHANG, (Xinhua) -- Across the vast desert landscapes of the Middle East, a blue ocean of solar panels is taking shape. Countries across the region are partnering with Chinese PV companies to drive green energy transitions. The collaboration has gained fresh momentu

Source: Xinhua Editor: huaxia A Zhuque-2E Y5 carrier rocket blasts off from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone in northwest China, May 14, 2026. China on Thursday successfully launched a Zhuque-2E Y5 carrier rocket into space from the Dongfeng commercial space innovation pilot zone in northwest China. The carrier rocket blasted off at 11:00 a.m. (Beijing Time) and the second stage of the rocket entered its preset orbit, marking a successful flight mission. (P

Source: Xinhua Editor: huaxia A modified Long March-6 carrier rocket carrying a new satellite group blasts off from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province, on May 12, 2026. The satellite group was launched at 7:59 p.m. (Beijing Time) and entered its preset orbit successfully. It will constitute the Spacesail Constellation, a mega commercial Chinese low-orbit satellite network. (Photo by Wang Yapeng/Xinhua) TAIYUAN, May (Xinhua) -- China sent a ne

In a landmark move for the global scientific community, the Tokyo Institute of Science has inaugurated a cutting-edge laboratory where robots have completely replaced human researchers in performing complex medical experiments. Located at the Yushima Campus in the Japanese capital, this facility is the centerpiece of a strategic mission to fully automate the entire scientific discovery process through advanced robotics and artificial intelligence. The Rise of "Maholo LabDroid

China has officially announced the development of its groundbreaking quantum computer, "Hanyuan-2" (Hanyuan-2). This 200-qubit system marks a pivotal advancement in the global race for quantum supremacy, introducing a sophisticated framework designed to tackle the most complex data processing challenges known to science today. Built upon Neutral Atom Technology, Hanyuan-2 distinguishes itself through unparalleled stability and scalability. Dual-Core Architecture: A First in Q

According to a report by the Wall Street Journal on Wednesday, Washington and Beijing are considering launching formal bilateral talks on Artificial Intelligence (AI). This strategic dialogue is expected to be a cornerstone of the upcoming summit in Beijing between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Leading the American delegation will be Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, signaling that the U.S. views AI not just as a security issue, but as a vital

As of April 26, 2026, AI models have transitioned from digital assistants into decisive offensive and defensive weapons in cyberspace. Anthropic’s latest model, "Claude Mythos Preview," stands as a landmark in this shift, being the first AI capable of autonomously detecting, exploiting, or patching software vulnerabilities at a scale and speed far surpassing any human researcher. This technological breakthrough is being treated as a "watershed moment" for global cybersecurity

On Monday evening, April 6, 2026, the Artemis 2 crew officially broke the human spaceflight distance record previously held by Apollo 13 (400,171 km), venturing further into the cosmos than any human in history. During a pivotal 7-hour lunar flyby, the four astronauts emerged from behind the Moon, capturing breathtaking footage of the mysterious "Far Side"—a view hidden from Earth's perspective. A Mind-Blowing View: Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen shared his awe via radio,

Humanity’s return to the Moon officially began at 22:35 GMT on Wednesday, as the Artemis 2 mission lifted off from Cape Canaveral. Shortly after the historic launch, NASA reported a "one-way" communication blackout; the crew, including Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen, could hear Ground Control, but their responses weren't reaching Earth. NASA's Jared Isaacman later confirmed that full contact has been restored. A Decades-Long Milestone: This 10-day mission marks the first ti

Wall Street's tech titans faced a brutal start to 2026, as the "Magnificent Seven" erased $3.28 trillion in combined market value during the first quarter. Microsoft led the decline, losing $0.92 trillion (23%), followed by Nvidia, which shed $0.51 trillion. The tech-heavy Nasdaq fell 6% from its October peak, entering a technical correction phase. The Crisis Drivers: Two major factors fueled the sell-off: the oil shock triggered by the U.S.-Israel war against Iran, which p

Source: Xinhua Editor: huaxia This photo taken on March 23, 2026 shows a view of the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) International Conference Center in Boao Town of Qionghai City, south China's Hainan Province. (Xinhua/Yang Guanyu) BOAO, Hainan, March (Xinhua) -- Digital transformation has emerged as a new engine for sustainable development in Asia, according to a report by the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) released on Tuesday. Asia has taken the initiative to explore future-oriented

Source: Xinhua Editor: huaxia People learn about AI model DeepSeek at a fair themed on AI technologies in Hangzhou City, east China's Zhejiang Province, May 4, 2025. (Photo by Long Wei/Xinhua) BOAO, Hainan, March (Xinhua) -- The global epicenter of artificial intelligence (AI) development is progressively shifting from Europe and the United States toward Asia, according to a report released Tuesday by the Boao Forum for Asia. "Capitalizing on their substantial digital populat

As military fronts ignite in the Middle East, a parallel battle is raging behind screens—a war of information where Artificial Intelligence has become the ultimate weapon of deception. Since the strikes began on February 28, 2026, investigative reports, including those by The New York Times, have identified over 110 high-definition AI-generated videos and images designed to mislead global audiences and blur the lines between battlefield reality and digital fiction. Fabricated

Inside nuclear reactors, a captivating blue light often illuminates the cooling water. This phenomenon, known as Cherenkov Radiation, is named after Soviet physicist Pavel Cherenkov. It occurs when charged particles, like electrons, travel through a medium (such as water) at a speed faster than the speed of light in that specific medium. While nothing can travel faster than light in a vacuum, light slows down significantly in water. When high-energy particles exceed this lowe

NASA announced on Sunday that the highly anticipated Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight to the Moon since 1972, has been delayed until at least early April 2026. The decision followed the discovery of a technical issue involving helium flow during launch preparations. Originally scheduled for March 6, the mission’s timeline was pushed back to allow engineers to address the malfunction and ensure the safety of the four-person crew. According to NASA, the rocket and th

Stargazers are in for a rare treat as six planets—Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—prepare to align in the night sky. According to NASA, this "planetary parade" will reach its peak on February 28, creating a stunning visual straight line across the ecliptic. While the planets appear bunched together from our perspective on Earth, they remain millions of miles apart in deep space. NASA experts highlight that four of these celestial bodies (Mercury, Venus, M

Researchers at Wageningen University in the Netherlands have shattered long-standing rules of material science by creating a hybrid class called "Complexes." This new material bridges the gap between the transparency and moldability of glass and the shatter-resistant flexibility of plastic. Led by Professor Jasper van der Gucht, the team developed a molecular structure that relies on "molecular magnets" (electrostatic charges) instead of rigid chemical bonds. This breakthroug

In a world-first for autonomous robotics, the Unitree G1 humanoid robot successfully completed a grueling endurance test on Monday, February 9, 2026. In the freezing Altai region of Xinjiang, where temperatures hit -47.4°C (-53.3°F), the G1 racked up 130,000 steps without human intervention. The robot even "stamped" the official logo of the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics into the snow, showcasing its millimeter-precise movement powered by the BeiDou satellite system. Eng

A Chinese research team from the Chinese Academy of Sciences has achieved a world record by developing the shortest solid-state laser with a wavelength of 158.9 nm. Led by Dr. Pan Shilie, the team utilized a newly engineered nonlinear optical crystal called Ammonium Fluorooxoborate (ABF). This breakthrough, published in Nature, overcomes decade-long hurdles in generating deep-ultraviolet light efficiently. This laser reaches a pulse energy of 4.8 mJ with a conversion efficien

Billionaire Elon Musk has pledged to revolutionize the tech industry by moving AI data centers into Earth's orbit. Aiming to launch up to one million satellites, Musk plans to harness constant solar energy to power AI models without straining terrestrial power grids or increasing utility bills. To fund this odyssey, Musk merged SpaceX with his AI firm, xAI, setting the stage for a massive initial public offering (IPO). Musk’s vision, summarized by his quote "The sun always sh