Olympic mascot gets Year of Snake makeover featuring traditional Chinese culture

To celebrate the third anniversary of the Beijing Winter Olympic Games, the new version of the mascot of the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic Games was unveiled in Beijing on Tuesday to welcome the upcoming Year of the Snake.

Why 'Black Myth' got four TGA nominations

The Game Awards (TGA) announced the nominees for its 2024 categories on Tuesday. China's AAA game Black Myth: Wukong was nominated in four categories: Game of the Year, Best Art Direction, Best Action Game, and Best Game Direction.

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  • New study by Chinese researchers reveals hunting tactics and survival challenges of Allosaurus

    A new study by Chinese researchers focusing on Allosaurus, a top predator of the Jurassic era, has offered fresh insights into its forearm motions, its hunting strategies and survival challenges of this formidable dinosaur, a member of the research team told the Global Times on Thursday.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/11/21 12:55:14
  • 'The Greeks' exhibition shows similarities between civilizations of China, Greece

    Featuring 270 artifacts from 14 Greek museums, the exhibition The Greeks: Agamemnon to Alexander the Great opened at the Capital Museum in Beijing on Wednesday.

    By Li Yuche | 2024/11/20 22:55:11
  • First national youth games for major ball sports begin

    The First National Youth Games for Football, Basketball and Volleyball kicked off on Wednesday in Changsha, Central China's Hunan Province, with the aim to nurture the next generation of elite athletes in China's three most popular team sports.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/11/20 22:48:49
  • New archaeological discoveries revealed at Yuanmingyuan

    The Beijing Archaeological Research Institute (BARI) and the Yuanmingyuan Administrative Office jointly unveiled several new discoveries at the site of the Wenyuan Pavilion relic site in the Old Summer Palace, or Yuanmingyuan, in Beijing on Tuesday, clarifying the specific locations of key structures, including palace gates, imperial pathways, waterways, drainage systems, and stairways, according to a report released on its official WeChat account.

    By Sun Langchen | 2024/11/20 22:43:51
  • Beijing to host major international winter sports events

    Beijing will host three major international winter sports events from late November to early December, the ISU Speed Skating World Cup, the FIS Snowboard and the Freestyle Ski Big Air World Cup, and the ISU Short Track Speed Skating World Cup, officials said at a press conference on Tuesday.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/11/19 23:58:42
  • 7 Chinese sites become world-class 'Tourism Villages,' offer chance to explore spiritual life

    The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has recently named seven villages in China among the world's 55 best "Tourism Villages" of 2024.

    By Li Yuche | 2024/11/19 23:30:02
  • Tang Dynasty exhibition in Paris highlights 'different but beautiful' history

    Chinese President Xi Jinping and French President Emmanuel Macron have respectively prefaced an exhibition titled "Tang China - A Cosmopolitan Dynasty (7th-10th Century)," which was inaugurated Monday at France's Guimet National Museum of Asian Arts.

    By Chen Xi and Dong Feng | 2024/11/19 23:14:08
  • Chinese national football team suffers 3-1 home defeat to Japan

    The Chinese national football team suffered a home 3-1 defeat to Asian No.1 Japan in the World Cup Asian qualifier on Tuesday, a result that many considered worthy of praise.

    By Lu Wenao in Xiamen | 2024/11/19 22:05:27
  • Bridging Cultures: Confucius Institute in Brasilia highlights China-Brazil affinity

    Nestled within a lush green landscape, the Confucius Institute at the University of Brasília is a hidden gem that embodies the spirit of cultural exchanges between China and Brazil.

    By Wang Qi in Brasilia | 2024/11/19 21:56:16
  • Zheng Qinwen disbands fan group, shows performance on site true foundation for athletes

    Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen recently announced to disband fan group linked to her account on social media platform Sina Weibo. Many expressed supports for her decision, saying that an athlete's primary focus should be on earning respect and accolades on the field through their performance, rather than responding to the expectations from fans and chasing fleeting fame from media buzz.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/11/18 23:58:03
  • Border region and ethnic stories breathe new life into China's literary scene

    To celebrate outstanding works by ethnic minority authors and showcase the vibrant scene of Chinese literature, the "2024 Chinese Literature Festival: Junma Award Night" was recently held in Nanning, South China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.

    By Bi Mengying | 2024/11/18 23:52:58
  • 17-meter sperm whale to become crown jewel at China's Natural History Museum

    Once stranded on Changxing Island in Dalian, Liaoning Province, the 17.1-meter-long body of a sperm whale will be placed at the National Natural History Museum of China in Beijing in 2029, the museum's representative surnamed Yang told the Global Times on Monday.

    By Li Yuche | 2024/11/18 23:35:17
  • Head coach Ivankovic confident ahead of home match with Japan

    The Chinese national football team's head coach Branko Ivankovic expressed his confidence in the team's preparations ahead of their World Cup Asian qualifier against Japan, despite injuries and suspensions affecting his choices of players.

    By Lu Wenao in Xiamen | 2024/11/18 23:32:39
  • China's largest ankylosaur fossil identified as new species of dinosaur

    A Late Cretaceous ankylosaur specimen found in Guangchang county in Fuzhou, East China's Jiangxi Province, nearly four decades ago has recently been identified as a new species of dinosaur.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/11/17 23:15:34
  • 10th Intl Symposium on Mazu Culture kicks off

    The Forum of Mazu's Great Love and Peace and the 10th International Symposium on Mazu Culture kicked off in Putian, East China's Fujian Province on Sunday with at least 150 attendees, including dozens of Taiwan compatriots in attendance. Scholars are discussing important topics on Mazu culture and the reasons why Mazu culture has gained even more powerful influence among overseas Chinese and around the globe after a decade of endeavor.

    By Dong Feng | 2024/11/17 23:14:10
  • Rising popularity of skiing calls for better education, coaches

    The falling winter temperatures in Northern China may send shivers down anyone's spine, but also ignite the passion of skiers flocking to resorts to embrace the thrill of the slopes, even though the snow conditions of the early winter season are not ideal.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/11/17 22:56:47
  • Chinese learning empowers mutual trust

    At the just-concluded 2024 World Chinese Language Conference, participants said that Chinese language learning plays a very important role in promoting mutual learning among civilizations and enhancing mutual political trust. Meanwhile, language teaching needs to adjust approaches to meet the demands of a new generation of students.

    By Dong Feng | 2024/11/17 22:50:25
  • Why US movie 'Oppenheimer' soared at Golden Rooster Awards

    Among all the competitive nominees, the 37th Golden Rooster Awards, one of the most prestigious industry honors in China, has awarded the Best Foreign Language Film to the US movie Oppenheimer. Industry experts have weighed in on the film's impact, noting that it met the awards' criteria, which includes professionalism, artistry, innovation, and diversity.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/11/17 22:46:17
  • New Museum dedicated to 4,000-year Taosi site

    Editor's Note: Ancient artifacts, silent carriers of the country's memories and national spirit, can offer valuable insights into the appreciation of Chinese culture. In 2023, over 1.29 billion visits were made to museums across the country. Beyond the top national-level museums, smaller museums also offer insights into cities, businesses or groups of people. The Global Times cultural desk is proud to announce the launch of a series called “Museum Wonders” designed to showcase how these cultural gems illustrate the essence of Chinese civilization and promote its great wisdom.

    By Li Hang and Li Yuche | 2024/11/14 22:41:20
  • Zhao Lusi highlights inspiration to learn, live traditional Chinese culture

    In a modest dress, she plunges into the depths to find the perfect pearl. As the scene shifts, she is seen again wearing flawless makeup, dancing as she tries to offer the valuable pearl to clients, hoping to exchange it for her freedom from her master.

    By Li Hang | 2024/11/14 23:39:19
  • My thoughts and suggestions on children's books

    There are countless children's books in the world, each interesting in their own way. There are certainly outstanding ones like The War That Saved My Life, Swim Team and Dress Coded. However, there are also numerous unpleasant, typical, or predictable stories with unsatisfying endings. Today, I want to discuss these and offer some suggestions on how children's book should be more interesting to young readers.

    By Chen Situ | 2024/11/14 23:38:19
  • Mainland, Taiwan filmmakers gather at top movie festival

    A series of cross-Straits cultural exchange activities were recently held at the ongoing China Golden Rooster & Hundred Flowers Film Festival, ­China's top film awards ceremony, which is being held from Wednesday to Saturday in the coastal city of Xiamen, East China's Fujian Province.

    By Niu Xiaoman in Xiamen, Xu Liuliu and Sun Langchen in Beijing | 2024/11/14 23:32:42
  • From pen and paper to drones: The evolution of cultural relics census witnessed by the Sun family

    In Lichuan, Central China's Hubei Province, a family's unwavering dedication to preserving cultural heritage has become a beacon of ­inspiration. The Sun family, comprised of father Sun Hui and son Sun Ru, has been the backbone of the national cultural relics census in ­Lichuan since the 1970s, spanning the second to the fourth census, embodying the nation's spirit of protecting cultural treasures.

    By Chen Xi in Lichuan | 2024/11/14 23:23:06
  • New discovery reveals complete water conservancy system of Liangzhu Ruins

    "Following the confirmation of 11 dams around the outer water conservancy systems of the Liangzhu Ruins in earlier studies, archaeologists have recently discovered more than 20 additional dams by making use of technology such as remote sensing, geographic information systems, and artificial intelligence. This discovery has essentially revealed the complete layout of the Liangzhu water system," said Chen Guangsheng, director of the Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism Department of Zhejiang Province, at a press conference for the second Liangzhu Forum on Wednesday.

    By Li Hang | 2024/11/14 23:01:51
  • Films illuminate deepening ties between China and Latin America

    Since the beginning of November, a wave of high-quality Chinese films such as Endless Journey and YOLO have been hitting cinemas across Latin America, coinciding with the rise of Chinese film festivals in the region. These films present a glimpse of contemporary China to Latin Americans, who are eagerly visiting the country to communicate with Chinese people, record local development and the essence of Chinese culture through their own cameras.

    By Ji Yuqiao | 2024/11/14 22:58:39
  • The splendor of Chu culture

    If you like classic Chinese literature, Romance of the Three Kingdoms, prepare to fall in love with Jingzhou city in Central China's Hubei Province, a living and breathing embodiment of ancient Chu culture and the legendary tales of the Three Kingdoms period (220-280AD).

    By Chen Xi | 2024/11/14 22:09:06
  • Zhang Yimou's concern about short video challenge may find cure in cinema experience

    Chinese veteran filmmaker Zhang Yimou's recent comment during an interview about urging audiences to step into cinemas rather than watching three-minute video summaries on their phones has garnered widespread attention on social media. Film critics remarked that finding the right balance between short videos and traditional cinema is crucial.

    By Sun Langchen | 2024/11/14 0:34:32
  • Popularity of Li Ziqi's videos rooted in cross-border cultural resonance

    On Wednesday, Chinese video influencer Li Ziqi posted a video in which she showcased the fusion of velvet flower making techniques and Shu brocade. The reactions from both Chinese and overseas netizens reaffirm the widespread appeal of Chinese culture around the globe.

    By Li Hang | 2024/11/14 0:29:13
  • Strengthening ties between China and Peru through lion dance

    During the 31st APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Lima, the capital of Peru, visitors from around the world, including Chinese delegates, experienced the warm hospitality of the Peruvian people. Despite the physical distance between China and Peru, the friendship between the peoples of both countries goes way back in history. The deep bond has been evident through the example of the lion dance.

    By Bi Mengying and Jiang Li | 2024/11/13 23:39:41
  • Beeple hosts digital art solo exhibition in Nanjing, eyes China as major hub

    For digital artist Mike Winkelmann, more commonly known as Beeple, Nanjing in East China's Jiangsu Province holds significant meaning for him as this is where he will host his first solo museum show at the Deji Art Museum on Thursday.

    By Xu Liuliu | 2024/11/13 23:29:52
  • World Chinese Language Conference to kick off

    About 2,000 participants from more than 160 countries and regions are set to participate in the World Chinese Language Conference 2024 to be held in Beijing on Friday. Scholars and experts said they have high expectations for the event as they look forward to sharing experiences and the best practices gained at various Confucius Institutes and acquiring more resources in Chinese teaching while beefing up the extent of localized teaching forces.

    By Chen Xi and Dong Feng | 2024/11/13 23:23:45
  • Italy: Exhibition 'Perfect Path: Hangzhou, Marco Polo's 'city of heaven'' launched in Zhejiang Province

    With the support of the Consulate General of Italy in Shanghai and the Italian Institute of Culture in Shanghai, an exhibition titled "Perfect Path: Hangzhou, Marco Polo's 'city of heaven,'" was inaugurated in Hangzhou, East China's Zhejiang Province, on November 9.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/13 22:25:09
  • Cambodia: 71st National Day anniversary celebrated in Beijing

    The Cambodian Embassy in China hosted a reception for the 71st anniversary of Cambodia's independence on November 11. Upon invitation, Vice Foreign Minister Chen Xiaodong attended the event.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/13 22:16:58
  • Switzerland: 'Swiss Design Classics' exhibition kicks off in China

    As a warm-up activity for the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Switzerland in 2025, the Embassy of Switzerland in China and the Today Art Museum jointly launched an exhibition titled "Swiss Design Classics" featuring at least 200 iconic Swiss design works in Beijing on November 8.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/13 22:11:45
  • Brazil: 'Brazilian Beats 2' launched at the China Film Archive

    The Embassy of Brazil in China launched Brazilian Beats 2 at the China Film Archive, one of Beijing's most prestigious cinema venues, in an evening dedicated to celebrating Brazilian music and culture in Beijing on November 11.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/13 22:03:22
  • Malaysia: Malaysian Gastronomy Festival 2024 hosted in Beijing

    The Embassy of Malaysia in China hosted the Malaysian Gastronomy Festival 2024, a vibrant celebration of Malaysian culture, cuisine, and heritage in Beijing on November 12.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/13 21:56:52
  • Hanfu craze: Gen Z revives traditional clothing

    Mamianqun (the horse-face skirt), beizi (a traditional Chinese outer coat with loose and long sleeves), baidiequn (hundred-fold skirt)… In recent years, traditional Chinese clothing has become a fashionable choice for many young people. No longer limited to photo shoots, weddings, or special events, Hanfu (the traditional attire which used to be worn by Han Chinese) is now seen on the streets, in daily commutes, and even at work. This trend has spurred a boom in traditional clothing consumption and fostered the rise of cultural events like China Hanfu Day, local Hanfu festivals, and traditional clothing exhibitions, breathing new life into thousands of years of cultural heritage.

    By Yin Jie and Zhang Pengyu | 2024/11/13 19:58:14
  • 270-million-year-old petalodont shark tooth fossil discovered in Southwest China

    A fossil enthusiast recently discovered a fossilized tooth dating back 270 million years from a petalodont (petal-toothed) shark in the mountains of Qujing, Southwest China's Yunnan Province. Experts said this find holds significant importance for studying marine biodiversity in the Permian period in southwestern China and for analyzing paleoenvironmental indicators, the China News Service reported on Tuesday.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/13 2:19:17
  • China faces crucial World Cup qualifier against Bahrain on Thursday

    The China Men's National Football Team will take on a crucial away match against Bahrain in the third round of the Asian World Cup qualifiers on November 14. Despite significant pressure from injuries and the absence of several key players, the team remains hopeful for their upcoming game, as young players step up and the squad's form shows signs of stability.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/11/12 23:29:38
  • Harbin gearing up for new ice and snow season

    The opening ceremony of the 2024-25 Yabuli Ski Resort Season and Harbin Ice and Snow Season kicked off on Monday in Harbin, capital of Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. While Harbin hosts the 9th Asian Winter Games from February 7 to 14 in 2025, eight venues in Yabuli will accommodate snow-based competitions for the Games.

    By Bi Mengying | 2024/11/12 23:02:54
  • Growing influence of Chinese publications brings Latin American readers closer to modern China

    When renowned Chinese poet Zhao Lihong sat at a bookstore in Santiago, Chile, following the opening of the Santiago International Book Fair 2024 to exchange literary visions with Latin American writers and readers, he noticed several covers of contemporary Chinese literature on the shelves. He couldn't help but reminisce about his Mexico tour in 1985 when he struggled to find Chinese publications in the Latin American country.

    By Ji Yuqiao | 2024/11/12 22:48:33
  • XL-sized relics enlighten railway travelers

    Among the 800 or so railway stations in China, the stations in Wuwei, Gansu Province, and Chengdu in Sichuan Province have recently become internet sensations. These sites are neither the busiest nor the largest transportation hubs, so what have people found so intriguing? It seems that the story of "XL-sized cultural relics" is the answer to that question.

    By Li Yuche | 2024/11/12 22:36:08
  • Chinese video influencer Li Ziqi resumes uploading after 3-year hiatus, triggering widespread online attention

    After a three-year hiatus, renowned Chinese video influencer Li Ziqi restarted posting online with two new videos on Tuesday afternoon. The videos were shared by her across social media platforms, including Douyin, Sina Weibo, and YouTube and quickly became the top trended topic online, with her Douyin uploads alone garnering over 2 million likes and nearly 200,000 comments in just two hours.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/12 19:39:48
  • New discovery of Neolithic stone artifacts reveal key prehistoric human activities in NE.China

    More than 90,000 stone artifacts from the Neolithic period have been discovered from the Shiren Cave relic site in the city of Hailin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, China News Service reported on Monday.

    By Sun Langchen | 2024/11/12 13:11:25
  • Exhibition marking Marco Polo's 700th death held in Hangzhou

    The exhibition The Perfect Path: Marco Polo's 'City of Heaven' opened recently at the China Academy of Art to mark the 700th anniversary of Marco Polo's death.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/12 0:21:37
  • Chinese science fiction ascends to new heights

    One day, Confucius ascended Mount Tai, only to find that the world had already perished countless times. Yet, in the end, after all the hardships, he did encounter a future China. This is a narrative contained in the renowned short story "It Dwarfs All Peaks Under My Feet," crafted by Jia Liyuan, an associate professor at Tsinghua University, who writes under the pseudonym Feidao.

    By Xinhua | 2024/11/12 0:16:04
  • Santiago Book Fair guest of honor China opens new window for dialogue

    The Santiago International Book Fair 2024 is currently being held in Chile with China as the guest of honor. The fair features thousands of publications from around the globe, offering a myriad of cultural activities designed to immerse the public in the literary richness of one of the world's oldest cultures as well as promote dialogue with other civilizations, especially with China.

    By Ji Yuqiao | 2024/11/12 0:12:32
  • Humanoid robot highlighted in Beijing's half marathon

    A humanoid robot named "Tiangong" has been in the spotlight since the just-concluded Yizhuang Half Marathon in Beijing, where it crossed the finish line together with human participants.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/11/12 0:05:22
  • 201 Chinese film projects at American Film Market show export prospects

    The 45th American Film Market (AFM) was graced by the presence of Chinese films, with the China Film Joint Pavilion showcasing a total of 201 film projects.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/11/11 23:32:04
  • Revival of 'wuxia': Spirit, meaning of genre will continue to inspire generations: award winner

    The Wuxia Literature Golden Sword Awards ceremony was held on Friday in celebration of the 100th birthday of late wuxia novelist Louis Cha Leung-yung, more widely known by his pen name Jin Yong. The event was held in Cha's hometown Yuanhua township in East China's Zhejiang Province to award individuals and works that have made outstanding contributions to the field of wuxia literature.

    By Jiang Li in Haining | 2024/11/11 23:21:14
  • Upholding cultural inclusiveness of Marco Polo

    Italian explorer Marco Polo was a key focus of a recent meeting that highlighted the China-Italy Cultural Cooperation Mechanism.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/11/11 23:19:12
  • Culture Beat: Han Dynasty paintings displayed to showcase research achievements

    The Yangzhong Chen Lüsheng Art Museum in East China's Jiangsu Province is hosting a new exhibition on the latest research achievements in Han Dynasty (206BC-AD220) paintings. Expert teams from cultural organizations and museums as well as scholars who are deeply involved in the study of Han Dynasty paintings gathered for the exhibition to discuss new results and future paths in the study of Han Dynasty paintings.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/10 22:46:14
  • Culture Beat: Art exhibition on environmental conservation held

    A new art exhibition to promote China's environmental conservation achievements is on display at Beijing's Shu Yong Museum of Modern Art. Hosted by the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts, the exhibition is one of China National Arts Fund's Communication, Exchange and Promotion projects.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/10 22:43:54
  • Italian musical based on Dante's 'Divine Comedy' to debut in China

    In April 2025, The Divine Comedy Opera Musical, based on Italian poet Dante Alighieri's eponymous poem, is scheduled to kick off its China tour as part of the celebrations of the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between China and Italy, according to a press conference held at the Italian Embassy in China on Saturday.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/11/10 22:37:13
  • Details about 56 relics returned by Italy show intl collaboration, add glow to Chinese civilization

    Featuring pottery ware made 4,800 years ago, a total of 56 ancient Chinese relics have recently been returned by Italy to their home country. Of the relics, 53 pieces belong to China's Majiayao culture. Known for its painted pottery, the Majiayao cultural relic demonstrates that human civilization was thriving 5,000 years ago in Northwest China.

    By Li Yuche | 2024/11/10 22:21:59
  • Daliangshan Theatre Festival 2024 opens with a cross-cultural journey

    The ongoing 6th Daliangshan Theatre Festival 2024 in Xichang, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, brought a cultural feast to audiences over the weekend. Attracting around 100 productions from 11 countries, the festival, which officially kicked off on Friday, is set to end on November 17.

    By Bi Mengying | 2024/11/10 21:39:55
  • Revised cultural relics protection law provides strong legislative support for recovery, return of lost treasures

    The revised Law on Protection of Cultural Relics, adopted by he Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress on Friday, will take effect on March 1, 2025. It comprehensively implements new principles for cultural relics protection under current national guidelines and upholds scientific and democratic legislative processes to improve China's legal framework concerning cultural heritage.

    By Huo Zhengxin | 2024/11/10 21:34:36
  • Chinese Tennis Association congratulates Zheng Qinwen's runner-up finish at WTA Finals, applauds her as role model for youths

    In the early hours of Sunday, the China Tennis Association published a congratulatory letter on its official website, celebrating Chinese tennis ace Zheng Qinwen's runner-up finish at the 2024 WTA Finals.

    By Li Hang and Lu Wenao | 2024/11/10 12:30:02
  • China's first raptor conservation science book released at National Zoological Museum

    China's first raptor conservation science book --Fly! The King of All Birds --has been released on Saturday.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/11/9 18:23:24
  • Youyang in Chongqing: where nature and history intertwine

    While the fourth national cultural relics census was underway, I made my first visit to the picturesque Tujia-Miao Autonomous County of Youyang in Southwest China's Chongqing Municipality.

    By Chen Xi in Chongqing | 2024/11/7 22:24:56
  • Gao Dianliang brings innovation to the only painted paper-cutting

    "With strokes that dance along the blade, bringing characters vividly to life; within each piece lies a poem, exuding profound charm" - this is how experts describe the first collection of paper-cuttings from Yuxian county, North China's Hebei Province that is also recognized as a World Intangible Cultural Heritage.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/11/7 21:47:29
  • Seven Great Wuxia Sects gather to admire martial arts novelist Jin Yong's contribution

    As this year marks the 100th birthday of renowned wuxia novelist Jin Yong (Louis Cha), representatives of the Seven Great Wuxia Sects in China (Shaolin, Wudang, Emei, Qingcheng, Kunlun, Kongtong, and Mount Hua) gathered on Thursday evening to recall Jin's contributions to promoting Chinese martial arts and discuss the development and future direction of wuxia literature.

    By Jiang Li | 2024/11/8 12:15:41
  • New models of anti-doping education underscored at CHINADA symposium

    Anti-doping education is emerging as a global strategic focus, experts said at an international anti-doping symposium held by the China Anti-Doping Agency (CHINADA) earlier this week.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/11/8 11:34:19
  • Sporting the beauty of traditional legacies and design innovation

    The sense of beauty has intrigued humanity since the dawn of civilization. Various ancient cultures have developed their own recognizable aesthetics. Among these, Chinese aesthetics has its own unique school of thought. Today, a fresh wave of neo-Chinese aesthetics, rooted in tradition and blended with contemporary innovation, is reaching people not just in China, but all over the world. Like a spring breeze that turns into a nourishing rain, it flows softly, enriching the hearts of many. In this series the Global Times will capture the diverse embodiments of neo-Chinese aesthetics across a spectrum of life aspects. The journey to discover beauty begins with the neo-Chinese fashion embraced by today's youth.

    By GT staff reporters | 2024/11/7 23:17:04
  • US scholar's love affair with China's ancient Shu Road system

    "The road system to Shu is difficult, even more difficult than climbing to the blue sky," echoes the lament of ancient Chinese poet Li Bai through the annals of time, immortalizing the ancient Shu Road system, or shudao, an ancient road system to the Shu Kingdom separated from the Central Plains of China by numerous steep mountains.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/11/7 23:05:04
  • A story of selflessness and gratitude

    In this summer holiday, I read a book titled Charlotte's Web. The author of the book is E.B. White from the US. This book is very interesting and it talks about a very moving story of friendship.

    By Yang Xiangwan | 2024/11/7 22:06:16
  • India: Symposium on 'Ramayana – A Timeless Guide' hosted in Beijing; scholars and officials discuss influential epic poem heritage

    The Embassy of India in China organized a symposium on “Ramayana – A Timeless Guide” in Beijing on November 2, inviting scholars, officials, and artists to reflect on Ramayana, its influence and relevance in Southeast Asian countries, its footprints in China, as well as its visual presentation in various art forms.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/7 19:57:44
  • Norway: 'Hei, Norway!' exhibition opens in Shanghai

    On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Norway, and to warm up the Norwegian National Pavilion at the 2024 edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE), the Norwegian Consulate General in Shanghai opened its cultural exhibition "Hei Norway![Hello Norway!]" to the public at the People's Square, a large interchange station of the Shanghai Metro on November 2.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/7 19:46:49
  • Pakistan: International Culture Day observed at Pakistan Embassy College

    Themed "Bringing the World Together," Pakistan Embassy College Beijing (PECB) hosted its annual International Culture Day on November 2. Featuring vibrant performances, art displays, traditional costumes, and culinary delights, the event showcased the energy and creativity of cultures from around the globe.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/7 19:41:24
  • Italy: Lecture 'What is the truth of art' given at NMC

    The Embassy of Italy in China and the National Museum of China (NMC) jointly hosted a lecture titled "What is the truth of art" that served as a warm-up session for the upcoming "Caravaggio's World of Art" exhibition in Beijing on November 7. The lecture aims to bring an enriched experience to the audience.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/7 19:36:04
  • The UK: British Consulate General Chongqing stages 'Snow Leopards and Friends'

    The British Consulate General Chongqing jointly staged "Snow Leopards and Friends" with Xi Zhinong, China's leading wildlife photographer, in Chengdu, capital of Southwest China's Sichuan Province, on November 2.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/7 19:28:13
  • Challenges ahead for a successful Indian 2036 Olympics bid

    India has officially thrown its hat into the ring for the 2036 Summer Olympics. President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) P. T. Usha said on Twitter the IOA has submitted its bid to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in early October.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/11/7 18:14:21
  • New museum to open at 4,300-year-old Taosi site

    A new museum dedicated to the Taosi site, which is believed to be most likely the ruins of the capital city during the period of Yao and Shun - two sage emperors dating back more than 4,000 years, is scheduled to open in North China's Shanxi Province next Tuesday. Chinese archaeologists have stated that the museum will serve as a significant platform to showcase the archaeological findings from the Taosi site.

    By Chen Xi | 2024/11/6 23:24:40
  • Exhibit highlights similarities of ancient Shu and Inca civilizations

    A golden sun and immortal bird ornament, along with a massive bronze mask and altar from the Sanxingdui and Jinsha ruins in Southwest China's Sichuan Province, finally met with pottery and golden artifacts that illustrate the prosperity of the ancient Inca Empire, at a new exhibition at the Inca Museum in Peru on Wednesday, together weaving a compelling narrative of the spiritual connections and diverse allure that link these two ancient cultures despite being separated by oceans.

    By Ji Yuqiao | 2024/11/6 23:20:21
  • The joy of dance

    Dancers of Russia's St. Petersburg Star Ballet perform at the Daimiao Temple at the foot of Mount Taishan in Tai'an, East China's Shandong Province on November 6, 2024. Russian dancers and Shandong Bangzi Opera artists gave performances during a cultural exchange event.

    By VCG | 2024/11/6 23:05:57
  • Charm of C-dramas: positive values, aesthetics

    Online novels, online dramas, and online games are considered the "three carriages" that have brought contemporary Chinese culture overseas in recent years.

    By Xu Liuliu | 2024/11/6 22:59:32
  • Creative museum-inspired souvenirs drive cultural tourism development

    Intricately designed "phoenix crown" fridge decorations, luminous ceiling designs, and delicate "pink furnace" pieces are the latest viral museum souvenirs in China. Inspired by iconic artifacts, these cultural products have become highly sought-after collectibles.

    By Li Hang | 2024/11/6 22:56:42
  • Crucial role of bamboo and wooden slips in devt of Chinese written scripts revealed

    Before the invention of paper, ancient Chinese recorded important texts on various materials such as tortoise shells, animal bones, and bronzewares. In the Shang Dynasty (c.1600BC-1046BC), bamboo and wooden slips started to prevail as a written material and their dominance lasted until the Jin Dynasty (265-420).

    By Bi Mengying and Jiang Li | 2024/11/6 22:49:48
  • Ancient Greek art show including millennia-old statues opens in Beijing

    Featuring a total of 279 artifacts rooted in ancient Greece, the exhibition The Countless Aspects of Beauty in Ancient Art opened in Beijing on Tuesday. The Greek show in China seems a perfect match, since on site, Despoina Ignatiadou, deputy director at the Hellenic National Archaeological Museum, told the Global Times that she has noted how "beauty" has "profound traditions in both the two ancient civilizations."

    By Li Yuche | 2024/11/5 23:47:42
  • Appeal of China increases for UK sports

    The recent news that UK snooker star Ronnie O'Sullivan has become a Hong Kong resident has stirred discussion among his vast fan base in the Chinese mainland, with many expressing excitements that they may see more of the "Rocket" at Chinese events.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/11/5 23:44:14
  • Culture Beat: Exhibit featuring ancient Egypt opens in Beijing

    The Meet Ancient Egypt: Mummy, Life and Death in Ancient Egypt exhibition opened at the Meet You Museum in Beijing's 798 Art Zone, showcasing 123 ancient Egyptian artifacts.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/5 22:36:20
  • Culture Beat: Chinese 'Les Misérables' wows French audiences

    The Chinese version of the play Les Misérables was performed at the Théâtre National Populaire in Lyon, France, over the weekend, drawing an enthusiastic response from local audiences.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/5 22:34:41
  • Daliangshan Theatre Festival to engage global artists in multicultural creativity

    Around 100 productions from 11 countries will grace the stage of the 6th Daliangshan Theatre Festival 2024, to be held from Friday to November 17 in Xichang, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, organizers of the event told the Global Times on Tuesday.

    By Wu Jie | 2024/11/5 22:30:47
  • Xinjiang exhibit booth debuts at London World Travel Fair

    More than 10 outstanding domestic tourism enterprises from Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, along with eight other Chinese provinces and cities, made their debut at the World Travel Market in London, the UK, on Tuesday.

    By Chen Xi in Beijing and Sun Wei in London | 2024/11/5 22:29:07
  • Dragon boating thrives beyond Chinese waters to become a global sport

    It would be wishful thinking to say that dragon boat racing is a sport totally dominated by the Chinese since it originated and is widely celebrated in China.

    By Lu Wenao in Miluo | 2024/11/5 22:11:48
  • Culture Beat: Exhibit on 'Three-Body Problem' to debut

    An exhibition titled Three-Body Art Project· Prologue: First Contact, is set to debut in Shanghai on November 9.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/5 0:17:30
  • Culture Beat: Festival celebrates leaves through art

    The China Academy of Art recently launched the "One Leaf Weaves Autumn" initiative, featuring the performance art piece Falling Leaf Rabbit and the Autumn Leaf Art Festival at the Jiuzhai Beautiful China Resort in Jiuzhaigou county, Southwest China's Sichuan Province.

    By Global Times | 2024/11/5 0:14:44
  • More than 400 foreign scholars explore Chinese ancient history

    Over 400 foreign experts from 30 countries will participate in the first World Conference of Classics that is set to be held in Beijing on Wednesday. Experts from both China and abroad said the exchange and mutual learning of civilizations is not only a need within the academic field but also a crucial pathway for achieving peace and understanding among nations.

    By Jiang Li and Sun Langchen | 2024/11/5 0:02:05
  • Nobel Prize in Physics winner Thorne, 'Wandering Earth' director Guo Fan mull over sci-fi collaboration

    It's no question that Christopher Nolan's movie Interstellar is considered one of the greatest sci-fi movies, constantly discussed not only because of its compelling storyline and dazzling special effects, but also for sticking to established science, while any speculation remains in the realm of plausibility. Behind the masterpiece film was Kip Thorne, winner of the Nobel Prize in Physics 2017 and science advisor and executive producer of Interstellar.

    By Xu Liuliu in Chengdu and Wu Jie in Beijing | 2024/11/4 23:43:25
  • Rays of hope shine forth at 2024 CSL

    The curtain closed on the 2024 Chinese Super League (CSL) season over the weekend, with Shanghai Port clinching their second consecutive title in a display of offensive prowess and unyielding consistency.

    By Lu Wenao | 2024/11/4 21:04:01
  • Returned Shenzhou-18 taikonauts welcomed with steamed egg custard, noodles

    The Shenzhou-18 crew, consisting of three taikonauts, returned to Earth safely in the early hours of Monday, after completing a six-month space station mission. Their first meal on Earth after half a year became a hot topic immediately.

    By Bi Mengying | 2024/11/4 19:49:11
  • Relics protection law revision to regulate artifacts banned from leaving China

    The third draft amendment of the Law on Protection of Cultural Relics was submitted for review at the 12th meeting of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress (NPC) on Monday. The draft specifies that the State Council's cultural relics administrative department will determine and publish the specific range of cultural relics prohibited from being exported, according to China News Service.

    By Sun Langchen | 2024/11/4 14:00:41
  • Exclusive: China's dark matter catcher chimes in on new efforts, sci-fi craze

    “If we can increase the detection sensitivity by two to three orders of magnitude, we expect that we will be close to possible traces of dark matter in 10 years,” Liu Jianglai, a professor from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the chief scientist of PandaX group of the university, told the Global Times during an exclusive interview on Sunday.

    By Xu Liuliu in Chengdu | 2024/11/3 23:02:25
  • Documenting history with culture surveyors

    Bathed in the morning sunlight, I put on an official vest and outdoor hat, both emblazoned with “the fourth national cultural relics Census,” fastened my surveyor's badge, and gathered an array of equipment to set off on my daily mission.

    By Chen Xi in Chongqing | 2024/11/3 22:57:34
  • Original Italian manuscripts of Marco Polo books first exhibited in China

    The exhibition Real and Imaginary Lands, China and Marco Polo: A Tale of Books opened at the Shanghai Library in East China, showcasing original Italian manuscripts and featuring over 100 significant documents from both China and abroad, marking the 700th anniversary of Marco Polo's death.

    By Sun Langchen and Dong Feng | 2024/11/3 19:08:06
  • 30,000 compete in Beijing Marathon

    Some 30,000 runners braved the smog in Beijing on Sunday morning to take on the 42.195-kilometer challenge of the 2024 Beijing Marathon, winding through the capital's main arteries and landmarks.

    By Lu Wenao, Sun Langchen and Jiang Li | 2024/11/3 13:41:53
  • 'Harmony' and 'convergence' offer experience to global cooperation, mutual understanding: experts

    It is important to foster global cooperation and mutual understanding through Hehe culture, represented primarily by the concept of "harmony" and "convergence," said world experts at the 2024 Global Forum on Hehe Culture which began on Saturday in Taizhou, East China's Zhejiang Province.

    By Xia Wenxin in Taizhou | 2024/11/2 21:39:16
  • Halloween could be a cultural bridge for friendship, understanding

    To live in China for many foreign residents is to learn about the country's national calendar holidays. From the internationally celebrated Chinese New Year to the National Day celebrations, many of China's holidays hold rich cultural significance and are steeped in history and national pride.

    By Ngina Mark Allan Karanja | 2024/11/1 0:13:21
  • Culture Beat: Variety show visits China's medical team base in Africa

    This year marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Tanzania, as well as marks the 60th year of China's medical team serving in Zanzibar.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/31 23:51:07
  • Culture Beat: Classic arts highlighted at Guardian Fine Art Asia festival

    Over 1,000 artworks and antiques from nearly 50 galleries and art institutions are on display at the ongoing Guardian Fine Art Asia festival (GFAA) 2024.

    By Global Times | 2024/10/31 23:48:35
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